Counter terrorism
There must be genuine political engagement with Balochistan’s people, and the democratic process should be allowed to evolve without "management".
Updated 31 Aug, 2024 12:34pm
Addressing the concerns raised by the jirga can go a long way in restoring confidence in the state.
Updated 31 Aug, 2024 09:25am
Mohsin Naqvi informs Senate that Rs8bn allocated for "minor" governance issues of Balochistan while Rs5bn for counterterrorism efforts.
Updated 30 Aug, 2024 04:28pm
Says IBOs carried out to hunt perpetrators of Balochistan attacks this week; says 37 terrorists killed so far since Aug 20 in IBOs in KP's Tirah valley.
Updated 30 Aug, 2024 10:29pm
Having served as the Balochistan IG till 2018, this is Ansari's second tenure as the IG of his home province.
Updated 30 Aug, 2024 10:58am
Rana Sanaullah calls for Balochistan truth and reconciliation commission with solely provincial membership.
Updated 30 Aug, 2024 12:08am
Correcting course would require engagement with Balochistan’s genuine representatives, who are often crowded out by political ‘influentials’.
Updated 28 Aug, 2024 11:18am
4 soldiers embrace martyrdom; intelligence-based operation dealt major setbacks to TTP, its affiliates, says military.
Published 27 Aug, 2024 04:27pm
Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi vows to stand behind CM; senators question role of intelligence agencies.
Updated 27 Aug, 2024 09:09pm
Premier says talks possible with those "believing in Pakistan's Constitution"; refuses negotiations with "enemies"; US, China, Iran condemn attacks.
Updated 27 Aug, 2024 05:06pm
The state must go after all violent elements instead of crushing ‘digital terrorists’ and other straw men.
Updated 24 Aug, 2024 08:57am
Last rites of 12 cops martyred in Machka’s deadly rocket attack held.
Updated 24 Aug, 2024 11:51am
Say five other dacoits injured; number of martyred cops rises to 12; CM Maryam orders immediate operation.
Updated 23 Aug, 2024 08:52pm
President Zardari pays tribute to martyrs, says entire nation will be grateful.
Published 19 Aug, 2024 09:27pm
Two policemen, civilian injured in IED blast in Peshawar.
Updated 17 Aug, 2024 11:47am
Is slapping on a new label on a hard-core terrorist outfit the right strategy, especially when the label is also imbued with religious meaning?
Published 15 Aug, 2024 07:16am
Deputy PM says it is necessary to eliminate anti-state elements trying to destroy peace in province.
Updated 14 Aug, 2024 10:08am
Mohsin Naqvi says online visas for Chinese nationals from Aug 14.
Updated 07 Aug, 2024 10:20am
US working with partners to “counteract the TTP’s recruitment efforts”, State Dept spokesperson says.
Updated 03 Aug, 2024 10:21am
Wants TTP referred to as "Fitna al Khawarij" in all official correspondence.
Published 01 Aug, 2024 08:07am
Opposition from political parties, peace campaigns, and civil society groups has cast doubt on its efficacy, leaving the public and observers questioning the fate of the operation.
Published 30 Jul, 2024 10:53am
PUC chairman says Nacta needs to improve its information for there are 30,000 registered seminaries in the country and not 15,000 as claimed by it.
Updated 29 Jul, 2024 10:42am
Razzaq was alleged facilitator of a March suicide attack where 7 seven security personnel were martyred.
Updated 27 Jul, 2024 12:05pm
Centre slams CM for "misguiding" people over Azm-i-Istehkam campaign.
Updated 27 Jul, 2024 10:10am
Such initiatives have been tried before, in Swat for instance, at centres run by the military as well as NGOs.
Published 24 Jul, 2024 08:59am
All stakeholders want what is best for the country and its people; their differing approaches shouldn’t be viewed with such suspicion all the time.
Published 23 Jul, 2024 08:47am
Says Afghanistan is expected to fulfil obligations, deny use of soil by terrorists for perpetrating acts of terrorism against Pakistan.
Published 22 Jul, 2024 10:15pm
Says operation Azm-i-Istehkam’s purpose is to “reinvigorate the already in-place National Action Plan”.
Updated 22 Jul, 2024 06:27pm
ISPR says three terrorists killed by security forces; 8 security officials martyred in separate suicide blast targeting Bannu Cantonment, 10 terrorists killed.
Updated 16 Jul, 2024 09:30pm
Any attempt to initiate negotiations with the TTP would be a significant blow to the country.
Updated 14 Jul, 2024 09:13am
