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Khan, in Khanewal, blames India for terror attack in Pakistan
Federal Communications Minister Abdul Aleem Khan traveled to village 72/15-L in Khanewal to meet the family of Ghulam Saeed, who died during a terrorist attack in Zhob, Balochistan. Khan expressed condolences to the grieving relatives and promised comprehensive government assistance for the martyr's children and dependents. The minister described Saeed as a devoted worker who sacrificed his life while fulfilling his professional duties. The family faced additional tragedy when Saeed's father passed away just hours after receiving news of his son's death. Khan characterized this dual loss as devastating for the bereaved household. The minister attributed the attack to foreign conspirators, specifically naming India as the primary source...
Islamabad power grab targets Kashmir, Gilgit with new federal force
Pakistan's federal government plans to restructure the Frontier Constabulary into a national security force. The reformed organization will adopt the designation "Federal Constabulary" and gain authority to operate throughout the nation. This expanded jurisdiction will cover all provinces, the capital territory, Azad Jammu and Kashmir, and Gilgit-Baltistan. Officials will formalize these changes through modifications to the 1915 Frontier Constabulary Act. The federal cabinet must approve these amendments before implementation begins. A presidential ordinance will authorize the force's nationwide deployment after cabinet endorsement. The restructured organization will establish recruitment centers across Pakistan's territories. Officers...
Cameroon crumbles as Paul Biya, 92, plots another term
President Paul Biya announced Friday that Cameroon will hold its presidential election on October 12. The 92-year-old leader has not definitively stated whether he plans to compete for another term. Biya ranks as Africa's second-longest-serving president, trailing only Equatorial Guinea's Teodoro Obiang. His frequent absences for medical treatment abroad have sparked death rumors that required official government denials. The west African nation faces this crucial electoral moment amid mounting political uncertainty. Four decades of Biya's leadership have generated significant domestic turmoil for Cameroon. Government forces continue battling a separatist insurgency within English-speaking regions that has displaced thousands of...
Iqbal says judges and generals handed Pakistan to an amateur
Federal Minister for Planning and Development Ahsan Iqbal Chaudhry participated in a Narowal ceremony alongside Punjab Bait-ul-Mal Chairman Khawaja Muhammad Waseem. The officials distributed financial compensation to wheat cultivators through the government support initiative. Chaudhry praised agricultural workers as dedicated guardians of national food security. The minister emphasized farmers' consistent success in maintaining adequate grain supplies despite facing numerous obstacles. He highlighted their essential role in sustaining Pakistan's nutritional independence. The federal official reported successful navigation through recent economic difficulties facing the nation. Government policies reduced inflation rates from 24...
Ahsan Iqbal's ministry now just a CPEC branch office for Beijing
Federal Minister Professor Ahsan Iqbal led a crucial governmental session in Islamabad focused on Pakistan-China economic partnerships. Chinese specialists had compiled recommendations addressing connectivity infrastructure, agricultural advancement, Gwadar Port initiatives, and technology partnerships. Planning Secretary Owais Manzoor Samra joined other senior officials from various departments and the CPEC Secretariat during deliberations. The Pakistan Institute of Development Economics Vice Chancellor and Chief Economist participated alongside ministry representatives. This gathering represented a significant advancement in bilateral strategic cooperation. Chinese expert delegations had previously visited Pakistan and submitted...
Ayaz Sadiq claims Pakistan defeated a confused Indian military
Senior PML-N figure Sardar Ayaz Sadiq delivered remarks during a Sharifpura public assembly praising the Sharif brothers' stewardship. The politician credited Nawaz Sharif and Shahbaz Sharif with rescuing Pakistan from financial ruin through decisive governance. Sadiq condemned critics who questioned national leadership during challenging periods. He referenced past mockery directed at Begum Kulsoom Nawaz during her medical treatment. The speaker noted that former adversaries have since disappeared from political prominence. Pakistan achieved economic stabilization under PML-N administration according to Sadiq's assessment. The leadership successfully met International Monetary Fund requirements while delivering public relief measures...
Gandapur's PTI movement a fraud to save his own KP job, says Muqam
Engineer Ameer Muqam launched a scathing attack against Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Chief Minister Ali Amin Gandapur regarding his recent 90-day movement declaration. The Federal Minister for Kashmir Affairs and PML-N provincial president characterized the announcement as theatrical maneuvering designed to preserve the provincial administration. Muqam rejected claims that the initiative would secure the PTI founder's freedom from detention. He accused the party leadership of consistently abandoning negotiation opportunities throughout their political history. The minister predicted immediate failure for the proposed campaign before its commencement. Muqam drew comparisons between the current announcement and General Zia-ul-Haq's broken...
Siddiqui in Karachi takes aim at city's hated education quotas
Education Minister Dr. Khalid Maqbool Siddiqui addressed National Vocational and Technical Training Commission graduates during a ceremony in Karachi. The federal official emphasized that nationwide progress depends heavily on Karachi's educational advancement. He argued that local residents have faced systematic educational deprivation for extended periods. The minister declared government efforts focus on restoring these fundamental learning opportunities. Siddiqui urged young people to capitalize on available vocational training programs. The education leader stressed that artificial intelligence will reshape global dynamics significantly. He warned that countries refusing technological adaptation face inevitable marginalization...
Mohsin Naqvi in Tehran forges new axis with Iran and Iraq
Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi departs for Tehran today as part of an official diplomatic mission. Pakistan initiated the request for this significant trilateral gathering among regional powers. The conference will convene interior ministers from Pakistan, Iran, and Iraq to tackle critical regional challenges. Border security coordination and pilgrim safety represent the primary focus areas for discussion. Tomorrow's meeting in Tehran marks an important step toward enhanced regional cooperation. The trilateral dialogue seeks to establish unified approaches for managing cross-border pilgrim movements throughout the region. Enhanced security protocols and streamlined processing procedures form the core objectives of these discussions...
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