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By our correspondent QUETTA: Balochistan Chief Minister Sarfraz Bugti on Sunday confirmed that at least 145 terrorists have been killed in almost 40 hours across the province after terrorists belonging to the outlawed Balochistan Liberation Army (BLA) launched “coordinated attacks across 12 towns”. “17 security personnel and 31 civilians embraced martyrdom during the attacks carried out across the province,” the provincial chief executive said while addressing a press conference in Quetta. The statement comes as terrorists affiliated with India-sponsored Fitna al-Hindustan carried out multiple attacks targeting civilians in Quetta, Mastung, Nushki, Dalbandin, Kharan, Panjgur, Tump, Gwadar, and Pasni. During the…

By our correspondent ISLAMABAD: Pakistan and several other Muslim and Arab countries have warned that Israel’s repeated violations of the Gaza ceasefire pose a serious risk to regional peace and stability. In a statement, the foreign office said Pakistan, Egypt, Jordan, the United Arab Emirates, Indonesia, Turkiye, Saudi Arabia and Qatar — founding members of US President Donald Trump’s Board of Peace — had condemned Israel’s repeated breaches of the ceasefire. The violations, it said, had resulted in the killing and injury of more than a thousand Palestinians. Israel launched some of its deadliest airstrikes since the October ceasefire on…

By our correspondent QUETTA: The Balochistan government has imposed Section 144 across the province for one month, introducing strict restrictions to maintain law and order. The notification issued by the provincial Home Department bans the display and use of weapons, double riding on motorcycles, tinted or blacked-out vehicle windows, and unregistered vehicles. Gatherings of five or more people, public processions, and covering the face with masks, scarves, or mufflers are also prohibited. Authorities have warned that the restrictions take effect immediately and violators will face legal action. District administrations have urged citizens to fully cooperate with government measures to ensure…

By our correspondent KARACHI: A high-level meeting of the central departments of the Muttahida Qaumi Movement (MQM-P) was held today at the party headquarters in Bahadurabad under the chairmanship of Dr. Khalid Maqbool Siddiqui, with senior leaders Syed Aminul Haq and Kaif Aluri also in attendance. The meeting reviewed strategic plans regarding the Gul Plaza tragedy, the ongoing Karachi Relief Campaign, and humanitarian initiatives planned under the Khidmat-e-Khalq Foundation during the holy month of Ramadan. Addressing the participants, Dr. Siddiqui reiterated the party’s commitment to the victims of the Gul Plaza incident, stating that MQM-P would not leave the affected…

By our correspondent KARACHI: The Pakistan Teachers’ Association (PTA), Karachi Division, convened a significant organizational meeting at Bahadur Yar Jung Academy, bringing together professors, teachers, and educational leaders from schools, colleges, and universities across Karachi. The meeting marked the completion of organizational bodies for Karachi Division and all its seven districts. The event also highlighted the formation of women teachers’ committees in all districts, strengthening inclusivity and representation within the association. The gathering was attended by Prof. Dr. Fayyaz Ahmed Shaheen, central president of PTA, Dr. Anwar Iqbal Siddiqui, President of Karachi Division, and prominent leaders from Multan, including Raja…

By our correspondent KARACHI: The Let Karachi Live march has given the final warning against ongoing injustices in the city, as Jamaat-e-Islami (JI) Pakistan Ameer Engr. Hafiz Naeemur Rehman announced an indefinite sit-in outside the Sindh Assembly, starting February 14, until all demands for an empowered local government and accountability are met. The march, held on Shahrah-e-Faisal, saw participation from tens of thousands of Karachiites, including women, children, senior citizens, JI workers, social activists, political figures, and representatives from traders, lawyers, and other professional associations. The protest came in the wake of the Gul Plaza tragedy, which claimed over 80…

By our correspondent KARACHI: Sindh’s senior minister and provincial minister for Information, Transport, and Mass Transit, Sharjeel Inam Memon, visited Karachi Film School in Korangi, where he attended the screening of student-made films and interacted with aspiring filmmakers. During the visit, students briefed the minister on their projects, sharing insights into their creative work. Speaking to the media, Sharjeel Inam Memon noted that this was his second visit to the film school, Pakistan’s only institution offering a one-year diploma in filmmaking. He said the school provides a platform for young talent to build careers and deliver positive messages to audiences…

By our correspondent KARACHI: Senior MQM-P leader and Federal Minister for Health, Syed Mustafa Kamal, inaugurated a new digitalized health care center under the Federal Health Care Digitalization Program at the Federal Government Dispensary in F.C. Area, near Rangers Headquarters, Karachi. Speaking at the ceremony, Mustafa Kamal described the establishment of digital health care centers as a significant step toward providing timely, high-quality, and modern medical services to urban populations. He emphasized that the government aims to promote a preventive health care system rather than focusing solely on treatment. Highlighting Pakistan’s growing population as a major challenge, he said, “Countries…

By our correspondent KARACHI: The third edition of the Empower School Cricket Tournament concluded with a grand closing ceremony, organized by Empower Education Consultancy to promote sports and healthy competition among school students. Mr. Fazal Karim Dadabhoy, Honorary Consul of the Republic of Côte d’Ivoire, attended the event as the Chief Guest. He distributed medals and awards to the winning and runner-up teams, commending the young players for their talent, discipline, and sportsmanship throughout the tournament. In his address, Mr. Dadabhoy praised Empower Education Consultancy for its role in encouraging sports at the school level. He highlighted the importance of…

By our correspondent ISLAMABAD: Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb reaffirmed the government’s commitment to collaborating closely with the Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan (SECP) to advance a comprehensive market reform agenda aimed at deepening Pakistan’s capital markets. Speaking to the new SECP leadership in Islamabad, the minister outlined a vision for a more efficient, competitive, and transparent financial ecosystem that could attract a broader range of investors while reducing reliance on traditional banking channels for financing. He emphasized that expanding participation beyond banks was essential to creating a resilient and diversified financial system. Aurangzeb highlighted the role of insurance companies,…