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The security forces conducted an intelligence-based operation on the night of October 7 and 8 in the Orakzai district on the reported presence of terrorists belonging to the Indian proxy network, Fitna al Khwarij. According to a statement issued by the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR), during the operation, 19 Indian-sponsored terrorists were eliminated. The ISPR confirmed that the enemy suffered heavy losses and that their network was significantly disrupted in the region. Lt Col Junaid, Maj Tayyab among those martyred Amid the fierce exchange of fire, Lieutenant Colonel Junaid Tariq (age 39, resident of Rawalpindi district), who was leading his…

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif chaired a meeting of the government negotiation committee following the successful conclusion of talks in Azad Kashmir. The meeting focused on reviewing the outcomes of the negotiation process and the next steps for addressing the region’s development and public concerns. The meeting was attended by senior government figures, including Raja Pervaiz Ashraf, Rana Sanaullah, Ahsan Iqbal, Muhammad Aurangzeb, Sardar Muhammad Yousaf, Dr. Tariq Fazal Chaudhry, Ahad Khan Cheema, and the chairman of the Youth Program Rana Mashhood Ahmed Khan. PM commends negotiation committee’s efforts Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif praised the committee for its dedicated efforts to…

The International Cricket Council (ICC) released its latest player rankings on Wednesday. While England’s Joe Root and India’s Jasprit Bumrah continue to dominate their formats, players from Pakistan and Sri Lanka have also made remarkable strides. Test rankings overview England’s Joe Root has successfully retained his top spot in the Test batsmen rankings. Behind him, South Africa’s Temba Bavuma climbed one place to fifth, while Sri Lanka’s Kamindu Mendis moved up to sixth. Pakistan’s Saud Shakeel stands firm at 12th position, showcasing his consistency with the bat. In the bowling department, India’s Jasprit Bumrah reclaimed the No. 1 position, moving…

Hollywood and Bollywood groups are lobbying an Indian panel for stricter copyright protection that will prevent artificial intelligence firms from using their intellectual property to train AI models, letters show. AI companies remain at loggerheads with content owners globally and governments are fast developing regulations that lay down rules for the new technology. While Japan gives broad exemptions to AI firms in using copyrighted content, the European Union has stricter rules that allow content owners to opt-out of such use. The movie industry is particularly concerned that AI tools could scrape their copyrighted videos, images and clips online – like…

Australia’s Ashes preparations have suffered a major setback, with captain Pat Cummins still not cleared to bowl just over six weeks out from the series opener in Perth. The star fast bowler is battling a lumbar bone stress issue in his lower back that continues to restrict his return to full fitness. According to media reports, Cummins’ latest scan showed some improvement, but not enough for medical staff to allow him to resume bowling. This has cast serious doubt over his availability for the first Ashes Test starting November 21, and potentially the entire series. Scan results show slow progress…

Pakistan is planning to double its manpower exports to Saudi Arabia following last month’s landmark defense deal between the two countries, according to Arab news. The initiative aims to strengthen bilateral economic cooperation and capitalize on Saudi Arabia’s growing labor demands under Vision 2030. According to the Bureau of Emigration & Overseas Employment (BEOE), Pakistan sent 1.88 million workers to Saudi Arabia between 2020 and 2024 — a 21 percent rise from the 1.56 million recorded between 2015 and 2019. Remittances from the Kingdom also increased from $7.39 billion in 2020 to $8.59 billion in 2024, underscoring the strong and sustained…

Deepfake scams are becoming a serious digital threat in 2025, tricking users with realistic videos and cloned voices to steal data or money. Here’s how to protect your privacy and stay one step ahead of cybercriminals. Deepfakes use artificial intelligence to create hyper-realistic videos, images, or audio that mimic real people. Scammers now use them to impersonate friends, family, or public figures—often asking for urgent financial help or sensitive data. According to a Reuters report, deepfake-related cybercrimes have surged globally, costing businesses and individuals millions in data theft and fraud. How scammers use deepfakes to steal your data 1. Impersonation and Voice…

The ongoing second half-year economic review talks between Pakistan and the International Monetary Fund (IMF) are likely to conclude today, with optimism surrounding the completion of the $7 billion Extended Fund Facility (EFF) review. However, major differences remain over the release of the much-debated Governance and Corruption Report, officials confirmed. According to officials from the Ministry of Finance, the talks—ongoing since September 25—have been described as “constructive and positive.” The IMF mission is expected to depart today, after which discussions will continue virtually. The government anticipates the IMF board’s approval of the third tranche of the EFF program, along with…

The South Africa cricket team on Wednesday landed in Pakistan to play a two-match Test series. The players arrived at Allama Iqbal International Airport and were moved to their hotel amid strict security arrangements. The visiting South African team reached Lahore via a private airline flight. Soon after landing, the players and support staff were escorted to a private hotel under tight security provided by law enforcement agencies. Pakistan has hosted several international teams in recent years as part of its efforts to revive international cricket at home. The arrival of South Africa marks yet another step forward in restoring…

The Federal Board of Intermediate and Secondary Education (FBISE) has announced a new grading policy for matriculation and intermediate students, following a recent meeting of the Inter-Board Coordination Commission (IBCC). The new system will be implemented from the 2026 examinations for grades 9 and 11, while for grades 10 and 12, it will come into effect from the first annual exams of 2027. Revised grading structure Under the new policy, students will be graded based on performance percentages instead of traditional marks. The revised grading scale is as follows: A++ (Exceptional): 96% to 100% A+ (Outstanding): 91% to 95% A…