Tag: Pakistan News
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Punjab Approves ‘One Punjab, One Standard’ Policy for Uniform Infrastructure
Lahore (The Nation) — February 25, 2026: Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz has approved a province-wide infrastructure standardisation initiative titled “One Punjab, One Standard,” aimed at creating uniform development patterns and a cohesive urban identity across the province. The decision was taken during a high-level meeting chaired by the chief minister, where officials presented proposals…
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PTI Workers Block Islamabad–Peshawar Motorway, Disrupt Travel and Trade
Swabi (The News) — February 17, 2026: Supporters of the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf continued their protest on Monday by blocking the Islamabad–Peshawar Motorway near Swabi for a fourth straight day, leading to widespread travel disruptions and daily life impacts in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. Key Developments: PTI workers continued motorway blockades near Swabi on the fourth consecutive day, causing major…
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Gender-Based Violence in Pakistan Surges by 25% in 2025
Key Highlights Over 6,500 cases of violence against women reported in 11 months Punjab accounts for 78% of all documented incidents More than 1,400 women murdered and 585 raped in 2025 Sahil warns real numbers may be far higher due to underreporting ISLAMABAD (TRIBUNE) — December 2, 2025: Gender-based violence against women has surged sharply…
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Pro-Khalistan Group Pledges Support to Pakistan in Case of India–Pakistan Conflict
November 5, 2025: On the occasion of Gurpurab, the pro-Khalistan organization Sikhs for Justice (SFJ) issued a statement declaring its support for Pakistan in the event of any future armed conflict with India. In a message marking the birth anniversary of Guru Nanak Dev Ji, the group’s leadership said it would “stand shoulder to shoulder…
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Pakistan | Major Road Closures, Diversions as TLP Protest March Advances Toward Islamabad
ISLAMABAD – October 11, 2025: Widespread traffic disruptions are being reported across Lahore, Rawalpindi, and Islamabad as the Tehreek-e-Labbaik Pakistan (TLP) protest march continues its advance toward the federal capital. Security has been heightened throughout the twin cities, with major roads sealed and several diversions implemented to maintain order and prevent any untoward incidents. In…
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Traffic Diversions, Internet Shutdown Paralyze Twin Cities Amid Security Lockdown
ISLAMABAD/RAWALPINDI – October 10, 2025: A comprehensive traffic diversion plan and partial communication blackout were enforced across Islamabad and Rawalpindi on Friday amid growing security concerns in the Faizabad area, where authorities anticipated unrest linked to ongoing religious demonstrations. According to the Islamabad Traffic Police (ITP), all types of heavy traffic have been banned from entering the…
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Lahore Tense as Police, TLP Clash Ahead of Planned ‘Gaza March’
Key Updates: Religious Party Protest | Section 144 Imposed | Security Alert LAHORE – October 10, 2025: The city remained on edge Thursday and Friday as violent clashes between police and Tehreek-i-Labbaik Pakistan (TLP) workers intensified ahead of the group’s planned “Gaza March” toward Islamabad. The unrest, which began overnight on Multan Road, has now spread…
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Bride Dies After Being Forced to Drink Acid, Husband and Mother-in-Law Arrested
WAZIRABAD – October 10, 2025: In a shocking case of domestic violence, a 22-year-old newlywed woman was allegedly killed by her in-laws after being forced to drink acid over a dowry dispute in the outskirts of Wazirabad. The brutal incident has sent shockwaves through the local community, prompting calls for swift justice. According to police and…
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ANF Busts Heroin Smuggling Network Targeting UAE; 11 Arrested, Including Four Women and Pharmacist
ISLAMABAD – October 9, 2025: The Anti-Narcotics Force (ANF) has successfully dismantled a major international drug trafficking network attempting to smuggle heroin from Pakistan to the United Arab Emirates (UAE). According to ANF officials, 11 suspects, including four women and a pharmacist, have been arrested in a series of coordinated operations. The investigation revealed that the network…
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FGEHA Director Land Gunned Down in Islamabad’s Blue Area; Intense Hunt Underway
Islamabad – October 8, 2025: In a shocking incident last night, Ehsan Elahi, Director Land at the Federal Government Employees Housing Authority (FGEHA), was assassinated in Islamabad’s Blue Area, one of the city’s most sensitive zones. Officials report that Elahi had exited a hotel after dinner when unidentified motorcycle-mounted assailants opened fire. He was struck…