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Federal Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi on Wednesday expressed gratitude for the failure of the “conspiracy of mischief” behind the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) protest. In a statement following the operation to disperse protesters, Naqvi lauded the role of the law enforcement agencies in upholding peace and order. Speaking at a visit to D-Chowk and Khyber Plaza, Mohsin Naqvi commended the Rangers, Pakistan Army, FC, and the police forces from Islamabad, Punjab, and Sindh for their courageous efforts in repelling the demonstrators. The minister also stressed the bravery of the Rangers officers and personnel who took the lead in restoring calm to…

ISLAMABAD  : As Lahore continues to grapple with severe smog, the air quality index (AQI) of the megapolis was recorded at 299, just one point short of the “hazardous” category on Wednesday. The Punjab capital has hovered around the 300 mark, the threshold considered hazardous for human health for nearly 10 days, according to the Swiss air quality monitor, IQAir, after almost a month of registering dangerously high levels of pollutants in the atmosphere. Today, Lahore ranked as the second-most polluted major city in the world in terms of air quality, with a concentration of PM2.5 particles — the fine…

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has summoned an emergency meeting of the federal cabinet today to discuss the current political situation, particularly the aftermath of the PTI-led protests that have escalated tensions across the capital. Sources privy to the development said that the meeting will focus on the unfolding developments related to the protest and the impact it has had on the country’s security and governance. The cabinet is expected to review the situation in detail and make important decisions regarding responding to the ongoing unrest. The huddle follows a series of violent incidents during the PTI’s protest march in Islamabad,…

Oil prices steadied in early trade on Wednesday, with markets assessing the potential impact of a ceasefire deal between Israel and Hezbollah, and ahead of Sunday’s OPEC+ meeting. Brent crude futures fell 2 cents to $72.79 a barrel by 0114 GMT, while U.S. West Texas Intermediate crude futures were at $68.73 a barrel, down 4 cents, or 0.1%. Both benchmarks settled lower on Tuesday after Israel agreed to a ceasefire deal with Lebanon’s Hezbollah. A ceasefire between Israel and Hezbollah will take effect on Wednesday after both sides accepted an agreement brokered by the United States and France, U.S. President Joe Biden…

Despite an agreed-upon ceasefire, tribal clashes in Kurram district escalated on Tuesday, leaving three more people dead and 21 others injured. The death toll has now climbed to 90, with 114 individuals injured over the past four days of violent conflict, according to police reports. Another injured victim succumbed to injuries in the hospital. Authorities confirmed that the violence has brought the region to a standstill, with the Parachinar-Kohat-Peshawar highway remaining closed to all types of traffic. Tensions have also led to the postponement of Intermediate Part II exams in the district, according to the district administration. Kohat Commissioner Motasim…

Former federal minister Faisal Vawda said that Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) founder Imran Khan will face more difficulties following the embattled party’s protests. Expressing his thoughts on Samaa TV, Vawda said, “Ali Amin Gandapur and Bushra Bibi might be getting arrested.” He talked about the possibility of the raid by the law enforcement agencies (LEAs), saying, “KP is not the part of India where it is impossible to raid.” “The police is chasing Bushra Bibi. She was only inciting the people but did not come to D-Chowk,” Vawda stated. He also schooled the PTI founder, saying, “The PTI founder is seeing…

A massive crackdown on Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) protesters unfolded in Islamabad on Tuesday night, as law enforcement launched a large-scale operation to clear key areas, including Kulsoom Plaza Chowk and the Blue Area. It is reported that all the PTI workers in the main protest convoy have dispersed, while Imran Khan’s wife, Bushra Bibi, and Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Chief Minister Ali Amin Gandapur have left the Blue Area in the same vehicle. Earlier, it was reported that Bushra Bibi and Gandapur were likely to be arrested. Reportedly, Bushra Bibi and Ali Amin Gandapur left the containers two hours ago, and since…

Pakistan had sped up the development work at the Karachi stadium for the highly anticipated Champions Trophy, slated to be happen next year in February. According to details, the new building had been constructed at the University End. The old screen had been removed from the stadium. The new screens will be installed at the stadium for the highly anticipated tournament. The galleries will be constructed for the VIPs and broadcasters at the stadium. Meanwhile, the fans seemed to be pleased with the renovation of the stadium.

Chinese President Xi Jinping said that the pressing task for the Palestinian question is to comprehensively and effectively implement the relevant UN Security Council resolutions to end the war as soon as possible. The fundamental way out is to implement the two-state solution and promote the political settlement of the Palestinian question, Xi said in his congratulatory message to a UN meeting held on Tuesday to commemorate the International Day of Solidarity with the Palestinian People.

China said  that it strongly condemns and firmly opposes the recent U.S. move to blacklist 29 Chinese companies under the “Uygur Forced Labor Prevention Act” and has lodged solemn representations with the country. The U.S. move, which has no factual basis, is an act of bullying under the guise of human rights protection and “a typical act of economic coercion,” a Chinese Ministry of Commerce spokesperson said, adding that China will take necessary measures to resolutely safeguard the legitimate rights and interests of Chinese enterprises. The spokesperson said that China firmly opposes forced labor, and there is no such thing…