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Day: May 21, 2023

‘Pakistan’s existence’ was attacked on May 9, says Khawaja Asif

SIALKOT: Defence Minister Khawaja Asif described the May 9 violent protests on military facilities as an “attack on Pakistan’s integrity and existence,” on Sunday. “On May 9, Pakistan’s existence was attacked.” “One person [Imran Khan] carried out this attack solely for the sake of his power,” Asif told the journalists in Sialkot. The defense minister stressed that the government was…

PPP contacts JI for mayor slot in Karachi

KARACHI: The central leadership of the Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) has approached Jamaat-e-Islami (JI) to discuss the Karachi mayorship. According to the facts, the PPP leader has sent a message to the JI calling for ‘constructive’ talks on the Karachi mayor race. The PPP leadership has asked Jamaat-e-Islami to design a mechanism for the seamless operation of Karachi’s local bodies…

Mayor polls: Ghani says most PTI members opted not to vote JI

KARACHI: Sindh Minister for Labour and Information Saeed Ghani stated on Sunday that if the PTI and Jamaat Islami join forces, the PPP will lose nine members. “We did not seek support from PTI; we are being accused of arresting PTI members in order to prevent them from voting,” PPP Karachi President Saeed Ghani stated in a press conference. He…

Multan airport gets facial recognition system

Multan International Airport (MIAP) has become the fourth airport in Pakistan to have a functional Facial Recognition System. According to a CAA official, the device would aid border agencies at Multan International Airport while also discouraging unlawful international travel. According to him, officials from the Japan International Cooperation System (JICS) trained officials from the Federal Investigation Agency (FIA) and the…

PIA restores flights from Lahore to Skardu

SKARDU: Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) has decided to resume service between Lahore and Skardu on June 3rd. This is part of the airline’s initiative to boost tourism in Pakistan, which aligns with the objective of Federal Civil Aviation Minister Khawaja Saad Rafique. According to the spokesperson, PIA intends to improve tourist travel amenities by increasing domestic airline services on various…

KP police say overall 809 rioters arrested after May 9 violence

PESHAWAR: Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) police stated on Sunday that 809 rioters were arrested on terrorism charges following the May 9 unrest. According to a report, as many as 18 first information reports (FIRs) were filed in the aftermath of Imran Khan’s detention on May 9. According to the KP police report, 267 people have been arrested in Peshawar, 216 in…

WhatsApp chats become more exciting with this fun-filled feature

With its impending update, WhatsApp, the go-to app for millions of users worldwide, is going to add even more excitement to discussions. The popular messaging platform is now working on a new feature that will allow users to design their own stickers within the app itself, according to credible sources at WaBetaInfo. While still under development, the function promises to…

China advises dialogue to resolve political issues, says Siraj

ISLAMABAD: According to Jamaat Islami chairman Sirajul Haq, China’s foreign minister carried a message from the Chinese leadership during his recent visit to Pakistan. “The Chinese foreign minister is in Pakistan with a message from China’s President advising Pakistani leadership to resolve issues through political dialogue,” Sirajul Haq stated. It should be noted that China’s Foreign Minister, Qin Gang, paid…

Security forces kill three terrorists in tank IBO

RAWALPINDI: Security forces killed three terrorists in an intelligence-based operation (IBO) in the Tank area of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) province on Saturday. The security forces carried out an intelligence-based operation (IBO) in KP’s Tank area, according to the military’s media wing. “Three terrorists were killed during an intense exchange of fire,” the ISPR stated, adding that weapons and ammunition were…

Imran Khan says ready for ‘minus-one formula’ if it benefits Pakistan

LAHORE: Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) Chairman Imran Khan stated on Saturday that he is willing to accept a “minus-one formula” if it “benefits the country.” “Tell me how minus one benefits Pakistan.” “I am willing to withdraw from the field in the larger interest of the country,” the former premier declared to party workers and supporters. Imran Khan maintained that the…