Tuesday, May 5th, 2026
JUI-F delegation meets IGP over Maulana Sheikh Idris’ killing
PESHAWAR, May 5: A delegation led by Senator Maulana Atta-ur-Rehman on Tuesday called on Inspector General of Police (IGP) Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Zulfiqar Hameed, and discussed the martyrdom of Maulana Sheikh Idris and progress on the arrest of those involved. During the meeting, which was also attended by Additional IGP CTD, the delegation expressed concern over the tragic incident and demanded immediate arrest of the perpetrators.The IGP expressed deep sorrow over the martyrdom of Maulana Sheikh Idris and extended condolences to the delegation.He informed them that police and Counter Terrorism DepartmentRead More
COAS chairs 275th Corps Commanders’ Conference at GHQ
RAWALPINDI, MAY 5: /DNA/ – Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir, NI (M), HJ, COAS & CDF, presided over the 275th Corps Commanders’ Conference (CCC) at General Headquarters (GHQ), Rawalpindi. The Forum paid rich tribute to the Shuhada of the Armed Forces, Law Enforcement Agencies, and innocent civilians who laid down their lives in defence of the motherland. Paying profound tribute to their unmatched sacrifices, the Forum reaffirmed that the enduring legacy of the martyrs continues to serve as the bedrock of Pakistan’s national security, unity, and resilience. The COAS &Read More
Climate Champions Take the Lead: PRCS Ignites Green Action for a Sustainable Tomorrow
ISLAMABAD, MAY 5 /DNA/ – The Pakistan Red Crescent Society (PRCS), through its Climate Change Department, organized a vibrant “Climate Champion” event on Tuesday aimed at promoting environmental awareness and encouraging practical action against climate change. The event brought together students and youth in a series of engaging and creative activities designed to inspire a climate-friendly culture. The event was attended by Chairperson PRCS Mrs. Farzhana Naek, Secretary General PRCS Mr. Muhammad Abaidullah Khan, along with heads of delegations and representatives from Movement partners including IFRC, ICRC, Turkish Red CrescentRead More
Iran’s attacks ‘below the threshold’ of restaring war, US Gen. Dan Caine says
US Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth added that the US established a “red, white, and blue dome” over the Strait of Hormuz as a “gift from the US to the world.” WASHINGTON, MAY 5: United States Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, Gen. Dan Caine, said in a Tuesday press conference at the Pentagon that Iran’s recent attacks would not restart the war, saying the attacks remain “below the threshold of restarting major combat operations at this point.” Caine added that US operations remain at “low-level kinetics at thisRead More
FPCCI chief warns trade deficit surges 20.28% to $32bn
KARACHI, MAY 5 /DNA/ – Atif Ikram sheikh, President of the Federation of Pakistan Chambers of Commerce and Industry (FPCCI), has expressed his grave concerns over the critical expansion in Pakistan’s trade deficit – which has surged by 20.28% to reach $32 billion during the first 10 months of the current fiscal year (July-April FY26). Mr. Atif Ikram Sheikh, in an urgent appeal to policymakers, emphasized that the only sustainable solution to stabilize the nation’s fragile external account and protect foreign exchange reserves shall be a comprehensive and fast-tracked strategyRead More
UAE calls Iran aggressor
News Desk ABU DHABI: Iran launched missiles and drones targeting the UAE, with a drone strike causing a fire at the Fujairah Oil Industry Zone (a key oil storage and export hub outside the Strait of Hormuz). UAE air defenses intercepted most of the threats (reports cite around 15 missiles and 4 drones), but the Fujairah attack injured three Indian nationals. UAE officials strongly condemned the strikes as “treacherous aggression” violating sovereignty and international law. Anwar Gargash, UAE Presidential Adviser, explicitly called Iran the “aggressor party” responsible for escalating theRead More