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ISLAMABAD (DI NEWS) : As dawn breaks over the Punjab plains, the Control Room at the Sahiwal 1,320 MW Coal-Fired Power Plant hums with purpose. The shift-change handover unfolds with disciplined precision. The off-going shift lead briefs the incoming team in low tones: yesterday’s boiler start-up curve, minor voltage fluctuations at the 500 kV switchyard, status of circulating water pumps, and the day’s anticipated grid demands. No sub-headings, just the human rhythm of continuity, guarded by strict record-keeping and disciplined trust. Operators settle at the Distributed Control System (DCS) consoles, two banks of workstations glowing with charts, alarms, and trend…

The Peshawar High Court (PHC) has restrained the Speaker of the National Assembly and the Chairman of the Senate from appointing new opposition leaders, following the disqualification of Omar Ayub and Shibli Faraz. A two-member bench headed by Justice Arshad Ali heard the case on Tuesday against the Election Commission of Pakistan’s (ECP) August 5 decision to de-notify nine lawmakers, including the opposition leaders in both houses. Barrister Gohar, representing the petitioners, argued that the ECP could not invoke Article 63(1)(h) on its own without due process. He also expressed concern that the opposition leader’s positions might be handed over…

Pakistan has welcomed the United States’ decision to designate the Baloch Liberation Army (BLA) and its Majeed Brigade faction as Foreign Terrorist Organisations, calling it a boost to global counter-terrorism efforts.  US decision aligns with Pakistan’s ban According to the Foreign Office (FO), Pakistan had already declared both the BLA and Majeed Brigade as terrorist entities on July 18, 2024. The spokesperson said these groups were behind several deadly attacks, including the Jaffar Express bombing and the Khuzdar bus attack, which claimed multiple lives. “Pakistan has made countless sacrifices to ensure the safety of not only our citizens, but also…

The wait is over for thousands of Cambridge AS and A-Level students in Pakistan as the May–June 2025 exam results were announced on Tuesday, despite ongoing controversy over alleged paper leaks. Results released for over 100,000 students According to Cambridge Assessment International Education (CAIE), more than 100,000 students from over 700 schools sat for the June 2025 AS and A-Level, IGCSE, and O-Level exams in Pakistan. Cambridge received over 127,900 entries for AS and A-Level alone this year. Uzma Yousuf, CAIE’s country director for Pakistan, congratulated learners for their “hard work, dedication, and remarkable resilience – despite the uncertainty caused…

Renowned Pakistani singer Atif Aslam is mourning the loss of his father, Chaudhry Muhammad Aslam, who passed away after a prolonged illness. Long illness claims life Family sources confirmed that Chaudhry Muhammad Aslam had been unwell for an extended period before his demise. His passing marks a profound personal loss for the award-winning singer, who has often credited his parents for their unwavering support throughout his career. Funeral prayers The funeral prayers for Chaudhry Muhammad Aslam will be offered today in Valencia Town, Lahore. Relatives, friends, and well-wishers are expected to attend to pay their respects and offer condolences to…

Pakistan’s relations with the United States appear to be on an upward trajectory after an unanticipated diplomatic push by Field Marshal Asim Munir during his return visit to Washington, according to a report by the Financial Times. The British newspaper said Munir’s meetings with senior US officials were “well received” and marked a significant improvement in bilateral engagement. His visit included attending the retirement ceremony of US Commander Michael Kurilla — a gesture viewed as symbolic of deepening military-to-military ties. Systematic strategy wins Trump’s trust The Financial Times noted that Pakistan’s senior military leadership adopted a systematic approach to win the confidence…

The security forces’ operation in Balochistan’s Zhob district entered its fourth day, with three more Indian-sponsored militants killed, the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) said on Tuesday. According to the ISPR, weapons, ammunition and explosives were recovered from the slain militants. The total number of militants killed in the ongoing operation has now reached 50. The military’s media wing stated that security forces remain committed to safeguarding the country’s borders and will foil all attempts to undermine peace, stability, and development. Read more: The United States has officially designated the Balochistan Liberation Army (BLA) and its militant wing, the Majeed Brigade,…

Supreme Court on Tuesday issued notices to the Punjab government in connection with bail appeals filed by the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) founder in May 9 cases. A three-member bench headed by Chief Justice Yahya Afridi directed the prosecution department to prepare arguments on legal questions raised in the matter. The court adjourned the hearing till August 19. During the proceedings, the chief justice remarked that the court would not give any findings that could prejudice any party’s case. He asked counsels from both sides to assist the court on the legal questions at the next hearing.

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has called on Pakistan to tighten measures against corruption and misuse of public office, warning that current systems to identify politically influential figures remain inconsistent. The IMF recently sent Pakistan the initial draft of its Corruption Diagnostic Assessment Mission report, urging the government to review and act on its recommendations before the final version is released later this month. The report, prepared under a $7 billion agreement, comes after the IMF mission met with representatives from 36 government and state institutions. Originally scheduled for publication in July 2025, the report’s release was delayed to August at…

Portuguese football legend Cristiano Ronaldo has officially proposed to his long-time partner Georgina Rodríguez, marking the next chapter in their decade-long relationship. Georgina, 30, announced the news on Instagram with a photograph of herself holding Ronaldo’s hand, a dazzling diamond ring prominently on display. In the caption, she wrote: “Yes, I do — in this life and in all our lives.” The couple first met in 2016 at a Gucci store in Madrid and have since built a family together, raising three children of their own alongside Ronaldo’s eldest son, Cristiano Jr. A ring to remember Spanish media report that the…