Sunday, December 21st, 2025
Security forces target ‘Indian-sponsored’ militants in two districts: ISPR
RAWALPINDI, DEC 21 /DNA/ – On 19 December 2025, nine khwarij belonging to Indian Proxy Fitna Al Khwarij were killed in two separate engagements in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Province. On reported presence of khwarij, an intelligence based operation was conducted by the Security Forces in Dera Ismail Khan District. During the conduct of operation, own troops effectively engaged the khwarij location and after an intense fire exchange, four khwarij were sent to hell. Another intelligence based operation was conducted in Bannu District. In ensuing fire exchange, five more khwarij were effectivelyRead More
Palestinian GDP remains 24% below pre-war level, data shows
RAMALLAH, DEC 21 /DNA/ – The Palestinian economy remains in a deep, protracted recession, with its productive capacity severely damaged by the ongoing conflict, according to a joint economic report released today. The Palestinian Central Bureau of Statistics (PCBS) and the Palestine Monetary Authority (PMA) stated that while Gross Domestic Product (GDP) showed a statistical increase of 4% in 2025 compared to 2024, it marks a catastrophic collapse of 24% from pre-war 2023 levels. The data, which excludes parts of Jerusalem annexed by Israel in 1967 and is measured at constantRead More
Erdogan attends commissioning of Pakistani navy ship built in Turkey
ISLAMABAD, DEC 21 /DNA/ – The commissioning ceremony of 2nd Pakistan Navy MILGEM class ship PNS KHAIBAR was held at Istanbul Naval Shipyard, Türkiye. The President of Republic of Türkiye, Recep Tayyip Erdoğan, graced the occasion as Chief Guest. Chief of the Naval Staff Admiral Naveed Ashraf also attended the ceremony. While addressing on the occasion, President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan termed the brotherly relations between Pakistan-Türkiye as exemplary. The President further emphasized the need for enhanced mutual collaboration in the field of defence production in future as well. Speaking onRead More
Pakistan’s winning moment as Green Shirts clinch U19 Asia Cup title
DUBAI, DEC 21: Scenes of jubilation erupted at the ICC Academy in Dubai as Pakistan thumped India in the Men’s U19 Asia Cup final on Sunday. The Green Shirts sealed a commanding 191-run victory in the final after bowling out their arch-rivals for 156 runs. As Ali Raza dismissed Deepesh Devendran, India’s last batter to fall, jubilant Pakistani players and support staff stormed the field, waving national flags. Among the support staff was former Pakistan captain Sarfaraz Ahmed, who serves as the national U19 team’s mentor. Pakistan lifted the Men’sRead More
Policymakers urged to adopt climate-resilient strategy
LAHORE, Dec 21 (APP/DNA): Federal Tax Ombudsman (FTO) Coordinator Saif Ur Rehman has urged policymakers to adopt a long-term climate-resilient strategy in the face of climate change bringing extreme weather events more frequent. Talking to a traders delegation here Sunday, he added that Pakistan, being a water-stressed country, cannot afford to let billions of gallons of rainwater go to waste every year while facing recurring floods, energy shortages and infrastructure damage.The Coordinator suggested that yearly monsoon heavy downpours can be used for power generation and sustainable development rather than merelyRead More
Terrorists backed by Afghan Taliban harm civilians, children: CDF Asim Munir
RAWALPINDI, DEC 21: Chief of Defence Forces (CDF) Field Marshal Asim Munir said terrorism backed by the Afghan Taliban is targeting innocent civilians and children. Addressing the National Ulema and Mashaikh Conference, Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir said he witnessed divine help during Operation Bunyan-um-Marsoos. He said no authority except the state can issue an order or fatwa for jihad in any Islamic state. He said nations that abandon the scholarly and intellectual legacy of their forebears, and the power of the pen, fall into decline. Field Marshal Asim MunirRead More