22 terrorists killed in intelligence-based operation in K-P, military says

Terrorists opened indiscriminate fire during the operation, resulting in the death of a 10-year-old child, says ISPR Security forces and law enforcement agencies killed 22 terrorists during a joint intelligence-based operation (IBO) in the Khyber district of Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa (K-P) on April 21, the military’s media wing said on Friday. According to a statement issued by the…

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Iran murals project defiance in war with US

Murals and banners long shaped Iran’s cities, reflecting state political messaging and policy A woman walks next to an anti-Israeli mural on a street, amid a ceasefire between U.S. and Iran, in Tehran, Iran, April 20, 2026.REUTERS Since the outbreak of war between Iran, Israel and the United States, colourful murals have sprung up across…

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Cantt boards told to trim staff, slash spending

Concern over disproportionately high allocation to non-development expenditure compared to development spending RAWALPINDI: Authorities concerned have decided to reduce non-development expenditure across 44 cantonment boards (CBs) nationwide, including Rawalpindi and Chaklala, by gradually phasing out surplus staff, enforcing newly approved staffing limits, introducing a paperless administrative system, and establishing a food quality control regime based…

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Road accidents: a massive economic challenge

Over 90% of freight, 95% of passenger traffic moves by road; accidents are dangerous and unaffordable KARACHI: Road accidents in Pakistan have become a persistent national tragedy – one that unfolds daily on our highways, city streets and rural roads. Beyond the heartbreaking loss of life, these accidents impose a massive and often overlooked economic…

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Russia invited to G20 summit in US: Report

Russia receives a “highest level” invitation to the G20 in Miami, representative undecided An officer stands guard ahead of the G20 summit in Nusa Dua, Bali, Indonesia, November 13, 2022. PHOTO: REUTERS Russia has been invited to participate in the G20 summit in the US, which will be held in December, according to a report…

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Hospitals lack waste disposal units

With no incinerators, most healthcare facilities hire private contractors for medical waste disposal KARACHI: Government district and taluka hospitals in Karachi and interior Sindh lack proper incinerator facilities to dispose of medical waste on scientific grounds. As a result, hazardous hospital waste is largely being handed over to private contractors, with little oversight on its…

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Lessons from America’s AI policy

Pakistan treats AI largely as a software and skills initiative on grounds of energy crisis and lack of HPC centres ISLAMABAD: In March 2026, the White House published a new policy framework for Artificial Intelligence (AI), comprising a set of legislative recommendations for the US Congress. It reflects the current administration’s philosophy that AI regulation…

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EDB tightens used vehicle import rules

Compliance with tax regulations is mandatory, including a valid NTN and active filer status with the FBR ISLAMABAD: Engineering Development Board (EDB) CEO Hamad Ali Mansoor has issued a comprehensive code of conduct for the import of used vehicles, stating that ensuring transparency, quality standards and consumer protection remains his top priority, according to an…

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