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PESHAWAR : A deadly attack on the police training school in Ratta Kulachi, Dera Ismail Khan, was repelled by security forces, resulting in the deaths of 6 terrorist attackers. However, 7 brave police personnel were martyred during the intense gun battle. According to the Central Police Office, the attackers referred to as Khawarij (militant extremists) rammed an explosives-laden truck into the school’s main gate, causing a massive explosion. Following the blast, the terrorists, disguised in various uniforms, stormed the training facility with heavy weapons. Officials stated that police personnel responded with great bravery, engaging in a fierce exchange of gunfire.…

LAHORE/ISLAMABAD:  Protests by a religious party have led to the continued closure of all major entry points into Lahore and Islamabad for a second consecutive day, causing severe difficulties for citizens in both cities. In Lahore, the Saggian Bridge has been blocked with containers, and the road from Ravi Bridge to Shahdara has also been sealed. The old Ravi Bridge road into Lahore has been shut down as well. Numerous containers are positioned around the Lahore Press Club and nearby areas, significantly hindering the movement of people attempting to carry out essential tasks. The Lahore-Islamabad Motorway remains closed to all…

The Afghanistan Cricket Board (ACB) on Sturday rejected reports circulating on social media claiming that the national team will not travel to Pakistan for the upcoming tri-nation series involving Pakistan, Sri Lanka, and Afghanistan. According to sources from the Afghanistan Cricket Board, no such decision has been made regarding the team’s withdrawal from the Pakistan tour. Officials termed the online rumours as “completely baseless and misleading.” The board confirmed that the Afghanistan team remains committed to participating in the tri-series as per the original schedule. Afghanistan currently busy in Abu Dhabi series Sources further revealed that the Afghanistan cricket team…

Federal Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb has departed for Washington to attend the annual meetings of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) and the World Bank, where Pakistan’s crucial economic review talks are set to take place this week. During his visit, Finance Minister Aurangzeb will meet World Bank President Ajay Banga and attend a dinner hosted by him for global finance ministers. He will also hold a one-on-one meeting with IMF Managing Director Kristalina Georgieva and address the Middle East, North Africa, Afghanistan, and Pakistan (MENAP) forum as a keynote speaker. The minister is scheduled to participate in two significant events…

Notorious gangster Teefi Butt – the prime suspect in the Ameer Balaj murder case –  was shot dead by his own associates during an alleged police encounter on the outskirts of Rahim Yar Khan on Saturday morning, sources confirmed. According to initial reports, Teefi Butt—whose real name was Khwaja Tareef—had been arrested from Dubai through Interpol and brought back to Pakistan for investigation. Police sources said that while he was being transported to Lahore for questioning, two of his close associates attacked the police convoy on Ahmedpur Lama Road and opened fire. The attack killed Teefi Butt on the spot,…

As AI rapidly transforms workplaces in 2025, several technical skills that once guaranteed jobs are now becoming irrelevant. Tasks that once required hours of human effort are now automated — changing what employers actually value. Here are five tech skills you should stop investing your time in this year. 1. Data entry Data entry was once a major source of employment, especially in South Asia. But with AI-driven tools like ChatGPT, Google Gemini, and Microsoft Copilot, most organizations now rely on automation to handle repetitive data tasks. Modern software can scan, extract, and organize data from documents or emails within…

The Norwegian Nobel Committee has defended its decision to exclude U.S. President Donald Trump from the 2025 Nobel Peace Prize, saying the award is given solely on merit — not under political or media pressure. In an official statement, the head of the Norwegian Nobel Committee said the Peace Prize selection process remains independent and guided by Alfred Nobel’s original principles. “Our decisions are based on merit, not campaigns or public appeals,” the committee chair clarified. According to reports, nominations for the 2025 Nobel Peace Prize closed on January 31, just days after Trump’s January 20 inauguration. This timeline meant…

After months of devastation, thousands of Palestinians are making their way back to their homes in Gaza following a ceasefire between Israel and Hamas. Streets once filled with rubble now see weary families carrying their belongings — hopeful for peace, yet haunted by loss. The ceasefire, which officially began at noon local time (09:00 GMT) on Friday, has brought a temporary halt to Israel’s relentless bombardment. Palestinians from across the Strip began returning to what remains of their homes, with the Israeli army repositioning itself along new borders under the agreement. US Special Representative for the Middle East, Steve Witkoff,…

The trade rivalry between the United States and China has intensified once again after President Donald Trump announced a 100% tariff on Chinese imports and new export controls on sensitive technologies, prompting Beijing to tighten its grip on rare-earth metal exports. In a post on social media, Trump said the tariffs and restrictions—set to take effect next month—were aimed at safeguarding U.S. economic and security interests. “Some very strange things are happening in China! They are becoming very hostile,” Trump wrote, accusing Beijing of trying to “hold the world captive.” Markets react as Trump Threatens Xi meeting The president’s remarks…

As a fragile ceasefire took effect on Friday, tens of thousands of displaced Palestinians began returning to their homes in northern Gaza—many finding the once-bustling city almost unrecognizable after weeks of intense Israeli bombardment. The truce, brokered under a broader international initiative, comes amid mounting humanitarian needs and uncertainty over Gaza’s future governance. Palestinian groups assert sovereignty over Gaza In a joint statement, Hamas, the Palestinian Islamic Jihad, and the Popular Front for the Liberation of Palestine (PFLP) reaffirmed that the governance of Gaza must remain a “purely internal Palestinian matter.” “We renew our rejection of any foreign guardianship,” the…