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36+ min ago (220+ words) ISLAMABAD " Acting US Ambassador Natalie Baker met Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi on Saturday, where both sides agreed to enhance cooperation in curbing illegal immigration, counter-narcotics operations, and strengthening security collaboration. During the meeting, the two officials reviewed joint measures to prevent illegal immigration. They reaffirmed their commitment to intensifying information-sharing, improving coordination, and adopting a unified strategy to combat drug trafficking. Ambassador Baker offered full technical assistance from the United States to support Pakistan's efforts against narcotics smuggling and illegal migration. Minister Naqvi emphasised that Pakistan's policy on illegal immigration is clear, and the government is taking concrete steps to address the issue. The interior minister further stated that, on the prime minister's directives, a National Narcotics Coordination Centre will soon be established to ensure unified and effective cooperation among all relevant agencies. Ambassador Baker praised the ANF's performance and…...

1+ hour, 44+ min ago (577+ words) Relations have soured between former allies Afghanistan and Pakistan since the Taliban returned to power in 2021. Afghanistan and Pakistan's forces have exchanged heavy fire along their border as tensions between the South Asian neighbours escalate after peace talks in Saudi Arabia failed to produce a breakthrough. Officials from both sides said the skirmishes broke out late on Friday night, with the two countries accusing one another of opening fire first. In a post on X, the spokesman for Afghanistan's Taliban government, Zabihullah Mujahid, said Pakistani forces had "launched attacks towards" the Spin Boldak district in the Kandahar province, prompting Afghan forces to respond. A spokesman for Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif said it was the Afghan forces who carried out "unprovoked firing" along the Chaman border. "Pakistan remains fully alert and committed to ensuring its territorial integrity and the safety…...

1+ hour, 51+ min ago (208+ words) RAWALPINDI " Security forces have killed nine terrorists belonging to Indian proxy "Fitna Al Khwarij" in two separate engagements in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. RAWALPINDI " Security forces have killed nine terrorists belonging to Indian proxy "Fitna Al Khwarij" in two separate engagements in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. ISPR said on reported presence of khwarij, an intelligence based operation was conducted by the security forces in Tank District. During the conduct of operation, the troops effectively engaged the terrorists" location and after an intense fire exchange, seven militants were neutralised. Another intelligence based operation was conducted in Lakki Marwat district. In ensuing fire exchange, two more khwarij were effectively killed by the security forces. The military"s media wing said weapons and ammunition were also recovered from killed Indian sponsored khwarij, who remained actively involved in numerous terrorist activities against the security forces, law fnforcement agencies…...

2+ hour, 16+ min ago (144+ words) KASUR " A woman allegedly set herself on fire near Kasur after a police constable, accused of raping her, was acquitted by the court, officials said on Saturday. The local police said that the woman had lodged a rape case in 2022 against Constable Rafiq. The court, however, acquitted the accused after his DNA did not match during the investigation. Police said that instead of filing an appeal against the verdict, the woman sprinkled petrol on herself and attempted suicide. She was immediately shifted to a hospital for medical treatment. Following the incident, the District Police Officer (DPO) ordered an inquiry, and directed the SP Investigation to probe the matter. The officials said that if any collusion or negligence by the investigation officer was found, departmental and legal action would be taken. The authorities confirmed that accused constable Rafiq had already been…...

2+ hour, 26+ min ago (155+ words) ISLAMABAD " The National Database and Registration Authority (Nadra) is the competent authority to issue B-Form officially known as Child Registration Certificate (CRC) for all children under the age of 18 years. The registration authority advises public to get the birth of their children registered at the relevant union council within a month and later apply for the B-Form at any Nadra office. It is the fundamental right of a child to get registered with the NADRA as it is required for various procedures such as obtaining passport, appearing in board exams and others. CRC can be taken by providing documented proof of child birth from union council. Parent is required to be a holder of National Identity Card (NIC)/National Identity Card for Overseas Pakistanis (NICOP). The normal fee for B-Form stands at Rs50 with processing time of seven days while the…...

2+ hour, 30+ min ago (226+ words) FIFA has unveiled the official draw for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, placing the expanded lineup of 48 teams into 12 groups. The tournament will be hosted across the United States, Canada and Mexico next year. According to details, Group A features co-host Mexico, alongside South Africa, South Korea, and a team to be decided through Playoff D. In Group B, co-host Canada will compete with Qatar, Switzerland, and the winner of the UEFA Playoff A, either Wales or Northern Ireland. Group C consists of Brazil, Morocco, Scotland and Haiti, while Group D includes co-host United States, Australia, Paraguay, and the qualifier from UEFA Playoff C. In Group E, Germany, Ecuador, Ivory Coast and Cura'ao have been grouped together. Group F brings together the Netherlands, Japan, Tunisia, and the winner of UEFA Playoff B. Group G includes Belgium, Iran, Egypt and New Zealand, whereas Group H…...

3+ hour, 5+ min ago (1032+ words) Imprisoned ex-President Jair Bolsonaro has endorsed his eldest son's presidential bid, teeing up a race against Lula. Brazilian Senator Flavio Bolsonaro, the eldest son of imprisoned former President Jair Bolsonaro, has announced he has received his father's endorsement to run for the presidency in 2026. In a social media post on Friday, Flavio shared a picture of himself kissing the top of his father's head, along with a statement. It explained that his father " whom he called the "greatest political and moral leader" in Brazil " had given him the "mission of carrying on our national project". "I cannot and I will not accept seeing our country go through a time of instability, insecurity and discouragement," Flavio wrote. "I will not stand idly by while I see the hopes of families fading and our democracy dying." Brazil is scheduled to hold elections…...

3+ hour, 8+ min ago (183+ words) LAHORE " The Punjab government has announced a province-wide crackdown on the violation of the one-dish rule and the unlawful use of loudspeakers at weddings and other events. Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz has directed all commissioners and deputy commissioners to ensure strict enforcement of the one-dish policy across the province. The move is aimed at maintaining decorum and reducing noise pollution caused by high-volume music during weddings and ceremonies. The provincial government has issued specific instructions to take action against the use of loudspeakers during Qawwali nights and other similar events. Authorities have been instructed to monitor and enforce legal action against the illegal use of loudspeakers in venues such as farmhouses and grounds, alongside the conventional wedding halls. In addition to the crackdown on loudspeakers, the government has also mandated that all marriage halls adhere to their designated operating hours....

3+ hour, 9+ min ago (41+ words) World leaders, high-level diplomats and business executives take part in annual platform held in Qatar's capital. World leaders, high-level diplomats and business executives take part in annual platform held in Qatar's capital. By Stephen Quillen and Umut Uras...

3+ hour, 29+ min ago (784+ words) The US leader, who has campaigned for the Nobel Peace Prize, gets FIFA award at the 2026 World Cup draw in Washington, DC. Trump takes the spotlight, Peace Prize at FIFA World Cup Draw United States President Donald Trump has been awarded FIFA's newly created peace prize at the draw for the 2026 men's football World Cup. Trump, who has campaigned aggressively for a Nobel Peace Prize, thanked FIFA on Friday and called the award "one of the great honours of my life. The US leader had been heavily favoured to win the football governing body's inaugural prize. He and FIFA president Gianni Infantino are close allies, and Infantino had made it clear that he thought Trump should have won the Nobel Peace Prize for his efforts to broker a ceasefire in Israel's genocidal war on Gaza. "This is your prize, this is…...