Category: NATIONAL

One Policeman Martyred, Another Injured in Attack on Mizee Adda Checkpost

Syed Sardar Muhammad Khondai
News report on the attack at Mizee Adda Police Checkpost on the Chaman-Quetta highway

Chaman (Syed Sardar Mohammad Khondai) — One police personnel was martyred and another injured when unidentified armed men attacked the Mizee Adda Police Checkpost on the Chaman-Quetta international highway. According to sources, police personnel Jailan died at the scene, while Constable Mirwais sustained injuries in the attack. Further details about the incident were not immediately available. Local Tribes Block Chaman-Quetta Highway Following the attack, local tribesmen blocked the Chaman-Quetta international highway to all traffic in protest against recurring incidents of violence in the area. The road closure disrupted movement along…

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Character Assassination of Private Schools Deplorable, Says Balochistan Alliance

Syed Sardar Muhammad Khondai
All Balochistan Private Schools Associations Alliance

Quetta (Syed Sardar Mohammad Khondai) — The All Balochistan Private Schools Associations Alliance has strongly condemned what it described as a campaign to damage the reputation of private educational institutions, saying their dignity and standing would not be compromised. In a joint statement, the Alliance’s provincial leadership expressed serious concern over what it called organized propaganda against private schools over the past several days. The leaders said such efforts threatened to undermine nearly two decades of hard work by students, teachers and education professionals across Balochistan. The Alliance said private…

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Pakistan’s First Tree Transplantation Orchard Opens in Faisalabad

Zafar Chishti
Mature transplanted trees at the Tree Transplantation Orchard in Bagh-e-Jinnah, Faisalabad, Punjab, Pakistan.

Pakistan’s First Tree Transplantation Orchard Opens to the Public in Faisalabad By Zafar Chishti, Bureau Chief Punjab, Pakistan FAISALABAD: Under the environment-friendly vision of Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif, Pakistan’s first Tree Transplantation Orchard has opened to the public at Bagh-e-Jinnah in Faisalabad. So far, 166 trees aged between 30 and 60 years have been transplanted to the orchard after coming in the way of the Metro Bus Project routes. Commissioner Faisalabad Dr. Imran Hamid Sheikh visited the Tree Transplantation Orchard and inspected the replanted trees. Incharge Women Cricket…

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Chaman Chamber of Commerce Takes Steps to Resolve Traders’ Issues

Syed Sardar Muhammad Khondai
Chaman Chamber of Commerce meeting chaired by President Haji Muhammad Hanif Khan

Key decisions focus on Pak-Afghan trade, membership services and transparent access for the business community Chaman (Syed Sardar Mohammad Khondai): The Chaman Chamber of Commerce and Industry has decided to take practical steps to address traders’ concerns, improve membership services and remove obstacles affecting Pak-Afghan trade. The decisions were made during an important meeting chaired by Chamber President Haji Muhammad Hanif Khan. Participants discussed the challenges facing local traders, bilateral trade with Afghanistan and the performance of committees responsible for resolving business-related issues. Senior Vice President Maqsood Khan, Vice President…

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Haji Aslam Khan Achakzai Demands Action Over Power Outages, Law and Order in Chaman

Syed Sardar Muhammad Khondai

Chaman (Syed Sardar Mohammad Khondai): Haji Aslam Khan Achakzai, a national elder and head of the Haji Lalu Khan Foundation, has urged the authorities to address prolonged electricity outages, rising unemployment and the deteriorating law and order situation in Chaman. Speaking at an emergency press conference, Haji Aslam Khan Achakzai was accompanied by foundation office-bearers, including Dr Abdul Baqi Achakzai. The speakers highlighted public concerns over the difficulties facing residents. Haji Aslam Khan Achakzai criticized the performance of WAPDA, claiming that electricity remains suspended for weeks in several areas of…

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Lyalpur Museum Opens 1896 Tehsil Office Replica for Public Viewing

Zafar Chishti
Lyalpur Museum historical corner featuring a replica of the 1896 Tehsil Lyalpur office

Lyalpur Museum historical corner recreates the 1896 Tehsil Lyalpur office and highlights Faisalabad’s cultural heritage   (By Zafar Chishti, Bureau Chief Punjab Pakistan) FAISALABAD: Lyalpur Museum has opened a historical corner featuring a replica of the Tehsil Lyalpur office established in 1896. The display showcases historic office equipment and preserved items associated with Captain Popham Young, the tehsil’s first Colonization Officer. Commissioner Faisalabad Dr Imran Hamid Sheikh visited the newly established display with Sri Lankan High Commissioner Rear Admiral Fred Senevirathne and his delegation. Officers from the divisional and district…

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Pakistan and 17 Other Countries Reject Colombia’s Jerusalem Embassy

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Israeli Foreign Minister Gideon Sa’ar and Colombian Foreign Minister Omar Bula Escobar open Colombia’s embassy in West Jerusalem on 14 October 2026.

Joint Statement Says the Move Has No Legal Effect Pakistan and 17 other countries have strongly condemned the opening of the Colombia embassy in Jerusalem, saying the step has no legal effect. Their foreign ministers issued a joint statement on Friday, 16 October 2026, two days after the embassy was inaugurated. They said the move contravenes United Nations Security Council resolutions and weakens efforts to reach a lasting peace. Colombia’s government has described the opening as a diplomatic milestone. Background: A Sharp Turn in Colombia’s Israel Policy Colombia opened its…

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Mandi Bahauddin Colleges Ordered to Ensure Student Safety and Discipline

Raja Muhammad Ayub
Officials review student safety, discipline and fire-safety arrangements in Mandi Bahauddin colleges.

Officials direct government colleges to strengthen student safety, discipline and fire protection (By Raja Muhammad Ayub) Additional Deputy Commissioner (Social Services) Nadeem-ul-Ghani has directed heads of government colleges across Mandi Bahauddin district to ensure student safety, discipline, cleanliness and punctuality, with particular emphasis on maintaining functional fire-safety equipment. He issued the directives while chairing a monthly meeting of government college principals at the Deputy Commissioner’s Office. The meeting reviewed administrative arrangements, educational activities and measures to improve the learning environment in colleges across the district. Those attending included Deputy Director…

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Clean Environment Top Priority, Says SPA MD Imran Shams

Zafar Chishti
Sanitation workers cleaning a road in Faisalabad as part of city cleanliness operations.

Clean Environment Top Priority, Says MD SPA Imran Shams By Zafar Chishti, Bureau Chief Punjab Pakistan FAISALABAD: Managing Director of the Suthra Punjab Agency (SPA), Faisalabad, Imran Shams has said that providing citizens with a clean, healthy and pleasant environment is the agency’s foremost responsibility. He said practical measures were being taken to improve the sanitation system and maintain cleanliness standards throughout the city. Sanitation Operations Continue Across Faisalabad Imran Shams said the agency’s sanitation staff remained active in the field daily, carrying out cleaning operations on roads, streets, highways,…

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Mandi Bahauddin Students Excel in Divisional Qirat and Naat Competitions

Raja Muhammad Ayub
Jinnah Public School and College Mandi Bahauddin students recognised for success in divisional Qirat and Naat competitions.

Jinnah Public School and College students secure first and third positions in Gujranwala Division-level competitions   MANDI BAHAUDDIN: Students of District Jinnah Public School and College, Mandi Bahauddin, have brought distinction to their institution and district by securing top positions in the Gujranwala Division-level Husn-e-Qirat and Naat competitions. Anusha Kanwal, a second-year student, secured first position, while Abdul Rehman, a ninth-grade student, won third position in the competitions, demonstrating their talent and dedication. In recognition of their achievements, Engineer Dr. Aqsa Shabbir, Chairperson of the Board of Intermediate and Secondary…

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