In the volatile Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) province, at least seven Pakistani Army soldiers, including two officers, were killed during a terrorist assault on a security checkpoint. The KP region has been a hotspot for militancy and extremism for decades.&nbsp;The attack, orchestrated by six militants, occurred in the North Waziristan region bordering Afghanistan. The assailants targeted the check post in Mir Ali by ramming an explosives-laden vehicle. The militants carried out multiple suicide bombings as well. Despite the efforts by the army to repel the intrusion, the attackers managed to breach the post.&nbsp;

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During the clearance operation, all six terrorists were neutralised. Lieutenant Colonel Syed Kashif Ali and Captain Muhammad Ahmed Badar were also killed in the exchange of fire.&nbsp;

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Following the attack, a sanitisation operation was launched to root out any remaining threats in the area. KP Chief Minister Ali Amin Gandapur denounced the assault.&nbsp;

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“The terrorists rammed an explosive-laden vehicle into the post, followed by multiple suicide bombing attacks, which led to the collapse of portion of a building," as per the military which added that five security personnel were killed due to the debris.&nbsp;

It also added that two out of the seven soldiers were killed in further combat with the militants.

The incident comes as Pakistan continues to face persistent security challenges. Even as the military did not give any official statement on who carried out the attack, however, Jaish-e-Fursan-e-Muhammad has claimed responsibility for the attack on the security post.

Pakistani President Asif Ali Zardari and Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif also denounced the attack.&nbsp;

The Pakistan Taliban, formally known as Tehrik-i-Taliban Pakistan (TTP), had established its presence in North Waziristan and had planned attacks. However, the military claimed that it&nbsp;rooted out the militants from the region.&nbsp;

The TTP emerged in 2007 following the Pakistani military's operations in the tribal regions bordering Afghanistan. The group has been responsible for numerous terrorist attacks in Pakistan, targeting both military and civilian targets.

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In the volatile Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) province, at least seven Pakistani Army soldiers, including two officers, were killed during a terrorist assault on a security checkpoint.

In the volatile Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) province, at least seven Pakistani Army soldiers, including two officers, were killed during a terrorist assault on a security checkpoint. The KP region has been a hotspot for militancy and extremism for decades. The attack, orchestrated by six militants, occurred in the North Waziristan region bordering Afghanistan. The assailants targeted the check post in Mir Ali by ramming an explosives-laden vehicle. The militants carried out multiple suicide bombings as well. Despite the efforts by the army to repel the intrusion, the attackers managed to breach the post. Also Read | Missile attack hits Belgorod on second day of Russian elections During the clearance operation, all six terrorists were neutralised. Lieutenant Colonel Syed Kashif Ali and Captain Muhammad Ahmed Badar were also killed in the exchange of fire. Also Read | Governor of Russia’s Belgorod shuts schools and shopping centres for safety reasons Following the attack, a sanitisation operation was launched to root out any remaining threats in the area. KP Chief Minister Ali Amin Gandapur denounced the assault. WATCH | Pakistan: Why timing of the Achakzai's raid is notable × “The terrorists rammed an explosive-laden vehicle into the post, followed by multiple suicide bombing attacks, which led to the collapse of portion of a building," as per the military which added that five security personnel were killed due to the debris. It also added that two out of the seven soldiers were killed in further combat with the militants. The incident comes as Pakistan continues to face persistent security challenges. Even as the military did not give any official statement on who carried out the attack, however, Jaish-e-Fursan-e-Muhammad has claimed responsibility for the attack on the security post. Pakistani President Asif Ali Zardari and Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif also denounced the attack. The Pakistan Taliban, formally known as Tehrik-i-Taliban Pakistan (TTP), had established its presence in North Waziristan and had planned attacks. However, the military claimed that it rooted out the militants from the region. The TTP emerged in 2007 following the Pakistani military's operations in the tribal regions bordering Afghanistan. The group has been responsible for numerous terrorist attacks in Pakistan, targeting both military and civilian targets. (With inputs from agencies)

Terror attack kills 7 Pakistani soldiers in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa; six terrorists neutralised

Officials said on Sunday (Mar 3) that at least 37 people lost their lives in rain-related incidents in Pakistan during days of heavy downpours in the last 48 hours. More than 50 were reportedly injured.&nbsp;

Since Thursday, widespread heavy rain has caused significant disruption in various sections of the country.&nbsp;

Authorities in different provinces were forced to close schools as the rains swept across Pakistan leading to the collapse of houses and triggering landslides that blocked roads.&nbsp;

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The situation was particularly worsening in the northwestern Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KPK) province as eighteen children were among 26 killed there as a result of collapsed buildings.&nbsp;

"As a result of continuous rainfall over the past four days in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, a total of 27 individuals have lost their lives," said Taimur Ali Khan, the spokesperson for the Provincial Disaster Management Authority in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa.&nbsp;

Another person was killed in a landslip, and over 150 buildings were damaged.&nbsp;

Authorities said that as many as 37 people have been injured in the torrential rains that hit 10 districts, including Bajaur, Swat, Lower Dir, Malakand, Khyber, Peshawar, North, South Waziristan, and Lakki Marwat, of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province.&nbsp;

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Chief Minister of KPK Ali Amin Gandapur stated that rain-affected people would not be abandoned in this critical hour and would be adequately compensated for their losses.

Five people were killed in southern Balochistan province after buildings fell on Thursday and Friday, according to Jahanzain Khan, the disaster management agency's chairman.&nbsp;

Damaged roads, floods, and landslides have cut communities off from important towns in Balochistan, while major routes have been blocked in Gilgit-Baltistan, according to local media.&nbsp;

Pakistan's Meteorological Department predicts more rain and snowfall in the region on Sunday.

(With inputs from agencies)&nbsp;

Officials said on Sunday (Mar 3) that at least 37 people lost their lives in rain-related incidents in Pakistan during days of heavy downpours in the last 48 hours.

Officials said on Sunday (Mar 3) that at least 37 people lost their lives in rain-related incidents in Pakistan during days of heavy downpours in the last 48 hours. More than 50 were reportedly injured. Since Thursday, widespread heavy rain has caused significant disruption in various sections of the country. Authorities in different provinces were forced to close schools as the rains swept across Pakistan leading to the collapse of houses and triggering landslides that blocked roads. Also read: Shehbaz Sharif 'elected' Pakistan PM weeks after disputed polls The situation was particularly worsening in the northwestern Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KPK) province as eighteen children were among 26 killed there as a result of collapsed buildings. "As a result of continuous rainfall over the past four days in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, a total of 27 individuals have lost their lives," said Taimur Ali Khan, the spokesperson for the Provincial Disaster Management Authority in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. Another person was killed in a landslip, and over 150 buildings were damaged. Authorities said that as many as 37 people have been injured in the torrential rains that hit 10 districts, including Bajaur, Swat, Lower Dir, Malakand, Khyber, Peshawar, North, South Waziristan, and Lakki Marwat, of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province. Also read: Zardari Vs Achakzai clash to decide who will be Pakistan's next president Chief Minister of KPK Ali Amin Gandapur stated that rain-affected people would not be abandoned in this critical hour and would be adequately compensated for their losses. Five people were killed in southern Balochistan province after buildings fell on Thursday and Friday, according to Jahanzain Khan, the disaster management agency's chairman. Damaged roads, floods, and landslides have cut communities off from important towns in Balochistan, while major routes have been blocked in Gilgit-Baltistan, according to local media. Pakistan's Meteorological Department predicts more rain and snowfall in the region on Sunday. (With inputs from agencies)

More than 35 killed in rain-related incidents in Pakistan in past 48 hours

Pakistan - where terrorism seems to have taken another turn after terrorist killed six men who were barbers by profession. The killings took place in North Waziristan, a tribal district in Northwestern Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province.

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At least five police officers were killed and dozens of others were injured after a bomb blast hit&nbsp;a polio protection team in northwestern Pakistan's Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province, on Monday (Jan 8), said local officials. &nbsp;

<h2>What happened?</h2>

“A police truck transporting around 25 policemen for anti-polio campaign duties was targeted by an IED (improvised explosive device),” Anwar ul Haq, a senior government official in Bajaur district, told the news agency.

A report by Dawn citing rescue services said around 27&nbsp;injured people were taken to the Bajaur district headquarters hospital.

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Dr Wazir Khan Safi, a medical superintendent in the district, as per the Dawn, said that 12 out of the 22 injured were being treated at the hospital, while 10 others seriously injured were sent to another medical facility in the Pakistani city of Peshawar.&nbsp;

Those seriously injured would be taken to Peshawar via a helicopter, said Malakand Division Commissioner Saqib Raza, adding that the area had been cordoned off. The ongoing polio campaign in the area has also been suspended due to the blast, he added.&nbsp;

In a statement, caretaker Chief Minister of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Arshad Hussain Shah condemned the blast and expressed his grief at the “martyrdom of police officials”. He has also directed the district administration to ensure that those wounded receive timely aid.&nbsp;

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<h2>Rise in attacks in Pakistan</h2>

The blast took place in Mamund in Bajaur district, an area which is around 14 kilometres away from Afghanistan and has witnessed a rise in attacks since&nbsp;the Taliban took control of Kabul in 2021.

The Pakistani Taliban or&nbsp;Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan later claimed responsibility for the attack that took place&nbsp;hours after&nbsp;authorities launched the first anti-polio campaign of this year. The militant group is a&nbsp;separate group but a close ally of the Afghan Taliban.&nbsp;

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Pakistan and Afghanistan are among the only countries where polio – a debilitating virus which can cause lifelong disability – continues to be endemic,&nbsp;even though vaccines for the disease have been around for decades now.&nbsp;

Islamic militants often target polio teams and police assigned to protect them, claiming falsely that the campaigns are a Western conspiracy to sterilize children.

The opposition against the vaccines&nbsp;grew after the United States Central Intelligence Agency organised a fake vaccination drive to help track down Al-Qaeda’s former leader Osama bin Laden in the Pakistani town of Abbottabad.&nbsp;&nbsp;

(With inputs from agencies)

At least five police officers were killed and dozens of others were injured after a bomb blast hit a polio protection team in northwestern Pakistan's Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province, on Monday (Jan 8), said local officials.

At least five police officers were killed and dozens of others were injured after a bomb blast hit a polio protection team in northwestern Pakistan's Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province, on Monday (Jan 8), said local officials. What happened? “A police truck transporting around 25 policemen for anti-polio campaign duties was targeted by an IED (improvised explosive device),” Anwar ul Haq, a senior government official in Bajaur district, told the news agency. A report by Dawn citing rescue services said around 27 injured people were taken to the Bajaur district headquarters hospital. ALSO READ | Explained | Why Pakistan’s national elections remain a delayed affair Dr Wazir Khan Safi, a medical superintendent in the district, as per the Dawn, said that 12 out of the 22 injured were being treated at the hospital, while 10 others seriously injured were sent to another medical facility in the Pakistani city of Peshawar. Those seriously injured would be taken to Peshawar via a helicopter, said Malakand Division Commissioner Saqib Raza, adding that the area had been cordoned off. The ongoing polio campaign in the area has also been suspended due to the blast, he added. In a statement, caretaker Chief Minister of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Arshad Hussain Shah condemned the blast and expressed his grief at the “martyrdom of police officials”. He has also directed the district administration to ensure that those wounded receive timely aid. ALSO READ | Pakistan: 21 Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan militants connected to various attacks arrested Rise in attacks in Pakistan The blast took place in Mamund in Bajaur district, an area which is around 14 kilometres away from Afghanistan and has witnessed a rise in attacks since the Taliban took control of Kabul in 2021. The Pakistani Taliban or Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan later claimed responsibility for the attack that took place hours after authorities launched the first anti-polio campaign of this year. The militant group is a separate group but a close ally of the Afghan Taliban. ALSO READ | Three Pak police officers slain, Ansar-ul-Islam militant group claims responsibility Pakistan and Afghanistan are among the only countries where polio – a debilitating virus which can cause lifelong disability – continues to be endemic, even though vaccines for the disease have been around for decades now. Islamic militants often target polio teams and police assigned to protect them, claiming falsely that the campaigns are a Western conspiracy to sterilize children. The opposition against the vaccines grew after the United States Central Intelligence Agency organised a fake vaccination drive to help track down Al-Qaeda’s former leader Osama bin Laden in the Pakistani town of Abbottabad. (With inputs from agencies)

Pakistan: Bomb blast in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa kills at least five, injures dozens

Pakistani-Hindu Dr Saveera Parkash is set to be the first female candidate from the minority community to stand in the upcoming general elections from Buner district of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province.

Hindu woman files nomination from Khyber Pakhtunkhwa

In a historic development in Pakistan politics, a Hindu woman named Saveera Parkash from the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa region filed her nomination for a general seat in the country’s upcoming polls that are scheduled to take place next year.&nbsp;

Parkash, who is from Khyber Pakhtunkhwa reportedly filed nomination papers for the general seat of PK-25 in the Buner district.&nbsp;

Filing her nomination on a Pakistan People’s Party (PPP) ticket, Parkash is optimistic about contesting the elections scheduled to take place on February 8, 2024, to elect the members of the 16th National Assembly,

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A report by the Pakistani newspaper Dawn, on Monday (Dec 25), citing local politician Saleem Khan, who is affiliated with the Qaumi Watan Party said Parkash is the first woman from Buner to have submitted her nomination papers to contest the upcoming elections from the general seat.

<h2>Who is Saveera Parkash?</h2>

Saveera told Dawn that she is following in her father’s footsteps Oam Prakash, a retired doctor and dedicated PPP member for the past 35 years.&nbsp;

Parkash, general secretary of the PPP women’s wing in Buner, completed her MBBS from the Abbottabad International Medical College last year. &nbsp;

In an interview with the Pakistani media outlet, Prakash said that she filed her nomination on December 23 and also spoke about her commitment to the welfare of the community.&nbsp;

Parkash said that she wants to work for the welfare of women in the area, ensure a safe space for them and help them attain their rights.&nbsp;

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During the interview with Dawn, Parkash highlighted the historic neglect and suppression of women in the development sector. If endorsed by the PPP leadership she would be the first woman from Buner to contest elections on a general seat.&nbsp;

When asked about the party giving her a ticket, Parkash said that she hoped she would get one as the “senior leadership” had requested her father to let her run for the general seat. She also expressed hope that&nbsp;PPP would endorse her candidature.

She said “serving humanity is in my blood” due to her medical background, but her aspiration to become an elected official stems from having experienced poor management and helplessness in government hospitals as a doctor.

A social media influencer from Buner, Imran Noshad Khan expressed his wholehearted endorsement of Saveera Parkash, irrespective of her political affiliation, reported Dawn.&nbsp;

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Parkash is “breaking stereotypes perpetuated by traditional patriarchy,” Khan told the Pakistani media outlet which was necessary to recognise.&nbsp;

It took 55 years “since Buner merged with Pakistan for a woman to step forward and contest in elections,” said the social media influencer.&nbsp;

According to recent amendments by the Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP), a five per cent inclusion of women candidates is mandatory on general seats.

(With inputs from agencies)

In a historic development in Pakistan politics, a Hindu woman named Saveera Parkash from the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa region filed her nomination for a general seat in the country’s upcoming polls that are scheduled to take place next year.

In a historic development in Pakistan politics, a Hindu woman named Saveera Parkash from the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa region filed her nomination for a general seat in the country’s upcoming polls that are scheduled to take place next year. Parkash, who is from Khyber Pakhtunkhwa reportedly filed nomination papers for the general seat of PK-25 in the Buner district. Filing her nomination on a Pakistan People’s Party (PPP) ticket, Parkash is optimistic about contesting the elections scheduled to take place on February 8, 2024, to elect the members of the 16th National Assembly, ALSO READ | Mumbai 26/11 terror attacks mastermind Hafiz Saeed's party to contest polls in Pakistan A report by the Pakistani newspaper Dawn, on Monday (Dec 25), citing local politician Saleem Khan, who is affiliated with the Qaumi Watan Party said Parkash is the first woman from Buner to have submitted her nomination papers to contest the upcoming elections from the general seat. Who is Saveera Parkash? Saveera told Dawn that she is following in her father’s footsteps Oam Prakash, a retired doctor and dedicated PPP member for the past 35 years. Parkash, general secretary of the PPP women’s wing in Buner, completed her MBBS from the Abbottabad International Medical College last year. In an interview with the Pakistani media outlet, Prakash said that she filed her nomination on December 23 and also spoke about her commitment to the welfare of the community. Parkash said that she wants to work for the welfare of women in the area, ensure a safe space for them and help them attain their rights. ALSO READ | Former Pakistan PM Imran Khan's party to approach high court against 'flawed' verdict from polls watchdog During the interview with Dawn, Parkash highlighted the historic neglect and suppression of women in the development sector. If endorsed by the PPP leadership she would be the first woman from Buner to contest elections on a general seat. When asked about the party giving her a ticket, Parkash said that she hoped she would get one as the “senior leadership” had requested her father to let her run for the general seat. She also expressed hope that PPP would endorse her candidature. She said “serving humanity is in my blood” due to her medical background, but her aspiration to become an elected official stems from having experienced poor management and helplessness in government hospitals as a doctor. A social media influencer from Buner, Imran Noshad Khan expressed his wholehearted endorsement of Saveera Parkash, irrespective of her political affiliation, reported Dawn. ALSO READ | Security nightmare in Pakistan? Country reports highest instances of suicide attacks since 2014 Parkash is “breaking stereotypes perpetuated by traditional patriarchy,” Khan told the Pakistani media outlet which was necessary to recognise. It took 55 years “since Buner merged with Pakistan for a woman to step forward and contest in elections,” said the social media influencer. According to recent amendments by the Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP), a five per cent inclusion of women candidates is mandatory on general seats. (With inputs from agencies)

Saveera Parkash: In a first, Hindu woman files nomination for Pakistan’s 2024 general elections

Three police officers were killed in a militant attack near the northwestern Afghan border on Friday (Dec 15). The incident, which resulted in the killing of three militants as well, marked an escalation in violence in the recent past. At the same time, it also heightened security concerns in the lead-up to national elections scheduled for early next year.

This attack followed closely on the heels of another assault in the region just days prior, wherein 23 Pakistani soldiers were killed in the Dera Ismail Khan district in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, situated near the&nbsp;tribal areas bordering Afghanistan.&nbsp;

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The Friday (Dec 15) attack unfolded in the adjacent Tank district, where a militant detonated himself at the main entrance of a police office and residence block, paving the way for others to storm in, as per&nbsp;police official Iftikhar Shah.

A prolonged gun battle ensued as the security forces engaged the attackers, resulting in the injury of two additional police officers. Provincial police chief Akhtar Hayat confirmed the death of three attackers and disclosed ongoing efforts to locate the remaining assailants.&nbsp;

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A militant group, Ansar-ul-Islam, claimed responsibility for the attack in a statement sent to a Reuters reporter. However, the police have not yet verified the claim.

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It was not immediately clear if this group is linked to the main Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) group of Islamist and sectarian militants.

In response to the rising threat, the Pakistani military has conducted multiple operations against militants, particularly in the Waziristan region adjacent to the district where the recent attacks occurred. Waziristan had previously served as a stronghold for both local and foreign Islamist militants.

UN Security Council members condemned the "heinous and cowardly terrorist attack on Pakistan’s security forces’ post" on December 12, claimed by Tehreek-e-Jihad Pakistan, a terrorist group affiliated with the Tehrik-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP).

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Three police officers were killed in a militant attack near the northwestern Afghan border on Friday (Dec 15). The incident, which resulted in the killing of three militants as well, marked an escalation in violence in the recent past.

Three police officers were killed in a militant attack near the northwestern Afghan border on Friday (Dec 15). The incident, which resulted in the killing of three militants as well, marked an escalation in violence in the recent past. At the same time, it also heightened security concerns in the lead-up to national elections scheduled for early next year. This attack followed closely on the heels of another assault in the region just days prior, wherein 23 Pakistani soldiers were killed in the Dera Ismail Khan district in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, situated near the tribal areas bordering Afghanistan. Also Read | Flu cases skyrocket in Japan, hit warning levels with fastest rise in a decade The Friday (Dec 15) attack unfolded in the adjacent Tank district, where a militant detonated himself at the main entrance of a police office and residence block, paving the way for others to storm in, as per police official Iftikhar Shah. A prolonged gun battle ensued as the security forces engaged the attackers, resulting in the injury of two additional police officers. Provincial police chief Akhtar Hayat confirmed the death of three attackers and disclosed ongoing efforts to locate the remaining assailants. Also Read | Officials in Iceland warn of volcanic eruption on Reykjanes Peninsula: Report A militant group, Ansar-ul-Islam, claimed responsibility for the attack in a statement sent to a Reuters reporter. However, the police have not yet verified the claim. Watch | US to operate drone bases in Pakistan? × It was not immediately clear if this group is linked to the main Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) group of Islamist and sectarian militants. In response to the rising threat, the Pakistani military has conducted multiple operations against militants, particularly in the Waziristan region adjacent to the district where the recent attacks occurred. Waziristan had previously served as a stronghold for both local and foreign Islamist militants. UN Security Council members condemned the "heinous and cowardly terrorist attack on Pakistan’s security forces’ post" on December 12, claimed by Tehreek-e-Jihad Pakistan, a terrorist group affiliated with the Tehrik-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP). (With inputs from agencies)

Three Pak police officers slain, Ansar-ul-Islam militant group claims responsibility

At least 4 security personnel are dead, and 10 are injured in an apparent suicide attack at a police station in the Dera Ismail Khan district. Tehreek-e-Jihad Pakistan, one of the country's terror outfits, has claimed responsibility for the attack.

Pakistan: 4 security personnel killed, several injured in attack at Pak police station | BREAKING

Residents of the Pakistani province of Punjab on Friday afternoon (Oct 6) reported a loud explosion which triggered panic while some, according to media reports, said that the blast was heard from 30 to 50 kilometres away in the neighbouring Balochistan and Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. However, the district administration dismissed the report of it being a blast and said it may have been a “sonic boom”.&nbsp;

<h2>What happened?</h2>

The noise triggered panic among residents of the Pakistani city of Dera Ghazi Khan while some videos circulating on social media showed the police personnel and emergency services including a fire brigade rushing to the site and some civilians following them on their motorbikes.&nbsp;

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According to the reports, Dera Ghazi Khan is also home to Pakistan’s atomic energy department which is controlled by the country’s government.

Meanwhile, the country’s media said that the loud explosion was the noise of an unexpected sonic boom after a Pakistan Air Force (PAF) fighter jet broke the sound barrier at a high altitude.&nbsp;

<h2>Investigation launched</h2>

It was not until later on Friday that DG Khan Commissioner’s spokesperson Mazhar Sheerani released a statement confirming that an explosion had taken place and was heard across the city, adding that the “concerned departments have presented an initial report after investigation.”&nbsp;

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The Pakistani official also said there were no reports of terrorism, vandalism, accident or damage as per Rescue 1122, police, sensitive institutions or the public, reported the Dawn.&nbsp;

“There is a strong possibility that the sound barrier of a warship broke, but final confirmation is pending,” said Sheerani.&nbsp;

Similarly, DG Khan Commissioner Nasir Mehmood, said that the noise was likely caused by the “breakage of sound barrier”, adding that such incidents were “normal”.

<h2>Bomb blasts in Pakistan</h2>

The suspected “sonic boom” comes a week after Pakistan witnessed two suicide bombings – amid a rise of attacks across the country – which had targeted two mosques on the birthday of Prophet Mohammad killing at least 57 people and injuring dozens.&nbsp;

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The first blast took place in a mosque in Mastung city in the country’s southwestern province of Balochistan killing at least 52 people, on Friday (Sep 29). The second attack took place in a mosque in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa region killing five people.

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Residents of the Pakistani province of Punjab on Friday afternoon (Oct 6) reported a loud explosion which triggered panic while some, according to media reports, said that the blast was heard from 30 to 50 kilometres away in the neighbouring Balochistan and Khyber Pakhtunkhwa.

Residents of the Pakistani province of Punjab on Friday afternoon (Oct 6) reported a loud explosion which triggered panic while some, according to media reports, said that the blast was heard from 30 to 50 kilometres away in the neighbouring Balochistan and Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. However, the district administration dismissed the report of it being a blast and said it may have been a “sonic boom”. What happened? The noise triggered panic among residents of the Pakistani city of Dera Ghazi Khan while some videos circulating on social media showed the police personnel and emergency services including a fire brigade rushing to the site and some civilians following them on their motorbikes. ALSO READ | Ex-Pak PM Nawaz Sharif submits medical reports to court for protective bail Disclaimer: WION cannot independently verify the authenticity of photos, videos and information shared on social media. Pakistan ⚡️A powerful explosion occurred in Dera Ghazi Khan, that joins with both Balochistan and KP province. DGK has an Pak Army Atomic energy complex ! The sound of the explosion was heard up to 30 km away from the blast site. Alert Sounded ⚠️ pic.twitter.com/GVLeoLiTCx — Megh Updates 🚨™ (@MeghUpdates) October 6, 2023 × As per sources, a Shaheen Missile test has likely gone wrong at DeraGahziKhan, Pakistan and a blast took place near Atomic Energy Commission (PAEC), DGK office.#PAKISTAN #PUNJAB #DeraGhaziKhan #Blast #Explosion #ShaheenMissile pic.twitter.com/iJYabQLoSO — mishikasingh (@mishika_singh) October 6, 2023 × According to the reports, Dera Ghazi Khan is also home to Pakistan’s atomic energy department which is controlled by the country’s government. Meanwhile, the country’s media said that the loud explosion was the noise of an unexpected sonic boom after a Pakistan Air Force (PAF) fighter jet broke the sound barrier at a high altitude. Investigation launched It was not until later on Friday that DG Khan Commissioner’s spokesperson Mazhar Sheerani released a statement confirming that an explosion had taken place and was heard across the city, adding that the “concerned departments have presented an initial report after investigation.” ALSO READ | Pakistan security forces witness highest casualties in nearly a decade: Report The Pakistani official also said there were no reports of terrorism, vandalism, accident or damage as per Rescue 1122, police, sensitive institutions or the public, reported the Dawn. “There is a strong possibility that the sound barrier of a warship broke, but final confirmation is pending,” said Sheerani. Similarly, DG Khan Commissioner Nasir Mehmood, said that the noise was likely caused by the “breakage of sound barrier”, adding that such incidents were “normal”. Bomb blasts in Pakistan The suspected “sonic boom” comes a week after Pakistan witnessed two suicide bombings – amid a rise of attacks across the country – which had targeted two mosques on the birthday of Prophet Mohammad killing at least 57 people and injuring dozens. ALSO READ | Suicide bomb attacks in two Pakistan mosques kill at least 57, toll feared to rise The first blast took place in a mosque in Mastung city in the country’s southwestern province of Balochistan killing at least 52 people, on Friday (Sep 29). The second attack took place in a mosque in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa region killing five people. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

Pakistan: Residents in Dera Ghazi Khan report 'loud explosion', officials suspect 'sonic boom'

Pakistani security sources said that the main border crossing between Afghanistan and Pakistan was closed on Wednesday (September 6). Locals reported hearing gunfire at the Torkham crossing and said individuals in the bustling border area near the Khyber Pass ran once the shooting began.&nbsp;

Security forces from both countries exchanged fire, which reportedly killed at least two Afghan soldiers killed. Four Afgan soldiers were injured and one Pakistan soldier was also injured in clashes at the Torkham border. But so far, there's no official confirmation. Local reports mentioned that various villages have been captured.&nbsp;

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According to reports, a Pakistani Taliban (TTP) spokesman and a key commander have claimed that TTP fighters in "large" numbers have entered Chitral district, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, which borders Afghanistan's Kunar, Nuristan and Badakhshan provinces.&nbsp;

A TTP commander told The Khorasan Diary, "An operation in Chitral district has been launched by the TTP and various villages have been captured. It started at 4 am this morning. We will share pictures as well as currently we are having poor internet issues there."&nbsp;

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<h2>Torkham border point</h2>

Torkham border crossing is a border crossing between the Pakistani city of Torkham and Afghanistan. It is located along the Grand Trunk Road on the international border between the two countries.&nbsp;

Disputes linked to the 2,600 km border have been a bone of contention between the neighbours for decades and the crossing has been closed several times in recent years, including a closure in February that saw thousands of trucks laden with goods stranded on each side of the border for days.

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Pakistani security sources said that the main border crossing between Afghanistan and Pakistan was closed on Wednesday (September 6). Locals reported hearing gunfire at the Torkham crossing and said individuals in the bustling border area near the Khyber Pass ran once the shooting began.

Pakistani security sources said that the main border crossing between Afghanistan and Pakistan was closed on Wednesday (September 6). Locals reported hearing gunfire at the Torkham crossing and said individuals in the bustling border area near the Khyber Pass ran once the shooting began. Security forces from both countries exchanged fire, which reportedly killed at least two Afghan soldiers killed. Four Afgan soldiers were injured and one Pakistan soldier was also injured in clashes at the Torkham border. But so far, there's no official confirmation. Local reports mentioned that various villages have been captured. Also read: Sara Sharif's dad and stepmom break silence in first video message since girl's death According to reports, a Pakistani Taliban (TTP) spokesman and a key commander have claimed that TTP fighters in "large" numbers have entered Chitral district, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, which borders Afghanistan's Kunar, Nuristan and Badakhshan provinces. A TTP commander told The Khorasan Diary, "An operation in Chitral district has been launched by the TTP and various villages have been captured. It started at 4 am this morning. We will share pictures as well as currently we are having poor internet issues there." Also read: Over 45 women fell victim to Karachi school principal accused of rape, blackmail Watch: Indian parliament special session called from September 18 × Torkham border point Torkham border crossing is a border crossing between the Pakistani city of Torkham and Afghanistan. It is located along the Grand Trunk Road on the international border between the two countries. Disputes linked to the 2,600 km border have been a bone of contention between the neighbours for decades and the crossing has been closed several times in recent years, including a closure in February that saw thousands of trucks laden with goods stranded on each side of the border for days. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

Key Afghan-Pakistan border crossing closed as forces exchange fire: Report

In Pakistan, the death toll in the deadly blast has now topped 44 while more than 200 have been reported injured so far. Local authorities in northwest Pakistan reported that a massive bomb tore through a political event. On the outskirts of Khar in Pakistan's northwest Bajur district, which borders Afghanistan, the fundamentalist Jamiat Ulema-e-Islam (JUI-F) party gathering was where the explosion occurred on Sunday.

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An Indian national named Anju has travelled to Pakistan’s Dir Bala in the northern province of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa to meet a Pakistani national she met through online gaming.

Anju, 35, who was a manager in an automobile company, has recently been divorced.

Anju met Nasrullah, 29, through online gaming and the two soon took their&nbsp;friendship to the social networking platform Facebook, and&nbsp;eventually connected with each other on WhatsApp for the past 3 years, as per officials.

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Anju, who was born in northern India's Uttar Pradesh state, and currently is a resident of&nbsp;Rajasthan in western India, crossed into Pakistan on the 21st of July 2023 by finally obtaining a visa after a painful and agonising wait of four months.

On the 22nd of July, she reached Rawalpindi where upon arrival, she was received by Nasrullah.

Nasrullah works as a medical representative in his native town of Dir Bala and has never visited India.

For Anju, this is the first time she is visiting Pakistan, with the intention of marrying Nasrullah, on a 30-day visit visa. Her documents were found to be in order by authorities in Pakistan.&nbsp;

Continued hostility between India and Pakistan has&nbsp;made people-to-people contact almost impossible between the two countries.

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An Indian national named Anju has travelled to Pakistan’s Dir Bala in the northern province of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa to meet a Pakistani national she met through online gaming.

An Indian national named Anju has travelled to Pakistan’s Dir Bala in the northern province of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa to meet a Pakistani national she met through online gaming. Anju, 35, who was a manager in an automobile company, has recently been divorced. Anju met Nasrullah, 29, through online gaming and the two soon took their friendship to the social networking platform Facebook, and eventually connected with each other on WhatsApp for the past 3 years, as per officials. Also watch | PUBG love story: Anti-Terrorist Squad probes Seema Haider, her lover × Anju, who was born in northern India's Uttar Pradesh state, and currently is a resident of Rajasthan in western India, crossed into Pakistan on the 21st of July 2023 by finally obtaining a visa after a painful and agonising wait of four months. On the 22nd of July, she reached Rawalpindi where upon arrival, she was received by Nasrullah. Nasrullah works as a medical representative in his native town of Dir Bala and has never visited India. For Anju, this is the first time she is visiting Pakistan, with the intention of marrying Nasrullah, on a 30-day visit visa. Her documents were found to be in order by authorities in Pakistan. Continued hostility between India and Pakistan has made people-to-people contact almost impossible between the two countries. WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

Love in the times of animosity: Rajasthan’s Anju reaches Dir Bala in Pakistan’s KPK

Ex-Defence Minister and Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) senior leader Pervez Khattak announced stepping down as the party's Khyber Pakhtunkhwa chapter president late Thursday. The development comes hours after PTI President Parvez Elahi was arrested by anti-corruption officials in Lahore outside his home.

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Overnight, dozens of militants launched a siege on a Hungarian-owned oil and gas exploration site in Pakistan. The attack resulted in the death&nbsp;of six security personnel, according to police and the energy firm involved. The attack took place in the Hangu district of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province, near the Afghan border.&nbsp;

Around 50 fighters, armed with light and heavy weapons, fired mortar shells at the main entrance of the site owned by Budapest-headquartered MOL Group.&nbsp;

<h2>Statement by the company that owns the oil exploration site</h2>

In a statement, the MOL Group confirmed the death toll but stated that none of its employees were killed.&nbsp;

Two wells located near the attack site have "been temporarily shut down by remote access and the wells are now secured", it said. The Group as per AFP, has operated a Pakistan subsidiary since 1999 and employs around 400 people there.

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<h2>The attack</h2>

As per police, four members of the Frontier Constabulary, a paramilitary police assistance force, and two Pakistani security guards are among the dead.

Talking to AFP, district police chief Asif Bahadur said, "They were armed with light and heavy weapons and fired mortar shells, killing six security personnel at the main entrance."

The Pakistan&nbsp;police engaged in an exchange of fire with the militants, forcing them to flee.&nbsp;"The exchange of fire continued for more than an hour. Police forced the militants to flee," said Bahadur.

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<h2>Who is behind the attack?</h2>

While no group has claimed responsibility for the attack, the local chapter of the Taliban — which happens to be the most active militant group in the region, is believed to be responsible.&nbsp;

The attackers, as per district police chief Asif Bahadur, are believed to have originated from the nearby North Waziristan district, which has a history of militancy and borders Afghanistan.&nbsp;

The attack comes amidst a rise in militancy in Pakistan following the Taliban's return to power in the neighbouring country.&nbsp;

Militant attacks in Pakistan have primarily targeted security forces and foreign interests accused of exploitation.&nbsp;

The Hungarian embassy in Islamabad stated that it is assessing the situation but has no immediate plans for diplomatic action.&nbsp;

<h2>Who is Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP)?</h2>

The Pakistan Taliban, known as Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP), was formed in 2007 by militants who separated from the Afghan Taliban to focus on Islamabad for its support of the US invasion.

In a separate incident, militants attacked two girls' schools in the province, destroying nine classrooms without causing any casualties. The attack has not been claimed by any group.

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Overnight, dozens of militants launched a siege on a Hungarian-owned oil and gas exploration site in Pakistan. The attack resulted in the death of six security personnel, according to police and the energy firm involved.

Overnight, dozens of militants launched a siege on a Hungarian-owned oil and gas exploration site in Pakistan. The attack resulted in the death of six security personnel, according to police and the energy firm involved. The attack took place in the Hangu district of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province, near the Afghan border. Around 50 fighters, armed with light and heavy weapons, fired mortar shells at the main entrance of the site owned by Budapest-headquartered MOL Group. Statement by the company that owns the oil exploration site In a statement, the MOL Group confirmed the death toll but stated that none of its employees were killed. Two wells located near the attack site have "been temporarily shut down by remote access and the wells are now secured", it said. The Group as per AFP, has operated a Pakistan subsidiary since 1999 and employs around 400 people there. Also read | Former Pak PM Imran Khan, wife Bushra Bibi granted bail in different cases The attack As per police, four members of the Frontier Constabulary, a paramilitary police assistance force, and two Pakistani security guards are among the dead. Talking to AFP, district police chief Asif Bahadur said, "They were armed with light and heavy weapons and fired mortar shells, killing six security personnel at the main entrance." The Pakistan police engaged in an exchange of fire with the militants, forcing them to flee. "The exchange of fire continued for more than an hour. Police forced the militants to flee," said Bahadur. Also read | Pakistan govt calls Imran Khan 'liar' over his role in alleged removal of Gen Munir as ISI chief Who is behind the attack? While no group has claimed responsibility for the attack, the local chapter of the Taliban — which happens to be the most active militant group in the region, is believed to be responsible. The attackers, as per district police chief Asif Bahadur, are believed to have originated from the nearby North Waziristan district, which has a history of militancy and borders Afghanistan. The attack comes amidst a rise in militancy in Pakistan following the Taliban's return to power in the neighbouring country. Militant attacks in Pakistan have primarily targeted security forces and foreign interests accused of exploitation. The Hungarian embassy in Islamabad stated that it is assessing the situation but has no immediate plans for diplomatic action. Who is Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP)? The Pakistan Taliban, known as Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP), was formed in 2007 by militants who separated from the Afghan Taliban to focus on Islamabad for its support of the US invasion. In a separate incident, militants attacked two girls' schools in the province, destroying nine classrooms without causing any casualties. The attack has not been claimed by any group. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

Pakistan: Six die as Hungarian energy firm fends off attack by dozens of militants

Eight teachers were killed in two separate shootings in Pakistan's Khyber Pakhtunkhwa on Thursday (May 4). According to a report by Geo TV, the shootings took place in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa's Upper Kurram Tehsil. The police said that unidentified gunmen shot seven teachers in the staff room of the Government High School, Tari Mangal. All these teachers were at the building to perform their examination duties.&nbsp;

In the second incident in Parachinar, which falls in Upper Kurram, a teacher was killed while he was in a moving vehicle, the report said. The police said that the teacher was identified as Mohammad Sharif and he belonged to the same school. Sharif, who was in a car, was shot while he was travelling on the Shalozan Road.

After these two incidents, the ongoing matriculation examinations, which started on April 28, were postponed until further notice.&nbsp;

A search for the killers is on, but police have not been successful so far. Further details are awaited.&nbsp;

Taking to Twitter, Pakistan President Arif Alvi condemned the killings.&nbsp;

"President Dr Arif Alvi strongly condemned the killing of 8 teachers in Upper Karam and Para Chinar The President of the country expressed deep grief and sorrow over the killing of teachers on duty in two incidents The attack on teachers by the enemies of knowledge is condemnable," Alvi's tweet, roughly translated from Urdu, read.&nbsp;

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Eight teachers were killed in two separate shootings in Pakistan's Khyber Pakhtunkhwa on Thursday (May 4). According to a report by Geo TV, the shootings took place in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa's Upper Kurram Tehsil.

Eight teachers were killed in two separate shootings in Pakistan's Khyber Pakhtunkhwa on Thursday (May 4). According to a report by Geo TV, the shootings took place in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa's Upper Kurram Tehsil. The police said that unidentified gunmen shot seven teachers in the staff room of the Government High School, Tari Mangal. All these teachers were at the building to perform their examination duties. In the second incident in Parachinar, which falls in Upper Kurram, a teacher was killed while he was in a moving vehicle, the report said. The police said that the teacher was identified as Mohammad Sharif and he belonged to the same school. Sharif, who was in a car, was shot while he was travelling on the Shalozan Road. After these two incidents, the ongoing matriculation examinations, which started on April 28, were postponed until further notice. A search for the killers is on, but police have not been successful so far. Further details are awaited. Taking to Twitter, Pakistan President Arif Alvi condemned the killings. "President Dr Arif Alvi strongly condemned the killing of 8 teachers in Upper Karam and Para Chinar The President of the country expressed deep grief and sorrow over the killing of teachers on duty in two incidents The attack on teachers by the enemies of knowledge is condemnable," Alvi's tweet, roughly translated from Urdu, read. WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

Pakistan: Eight teachers killed in separate shootings in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, says report

Pakistani officials and the army, on Friday (April 28) reported that a militant on a motorcycle blew himself up amid an attack on a temporary military camp in northwest Pakistan. At least three soldiers and seven militants were killed in multiple clashes which occurred in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province, which shares a border with neighbouring Afghanistan.&nbsp;

Two officials told Reuters, on condition of anonymity that the troops had engaged with the militants for hours, Thursday night in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa’s Lakki Marwat district. However, the Pakistan military seemingly confirmed the clashes later and said there were two other clashes which occurred on Thursday in the vicinity.&nbsp;

“A motorcycle-borne suicide bomber exploded himself near security forces post,” the Pakistani army said in a statement, as quoted by news agency Reuters. It added that the attack was followed by a fierce exchange of fire between the troops and the militants.&nbsp;

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The statement confirming the death of seven militants also said, “Weapons and ammunition were also recovered from the seven killed terrorists.” The army indicated that the soldiers had been on their way to take up new posts at a nearby military base, adding that the troops repulsed two more militant attacks in the same area.&nbsp;

This comes as Pakistan declared a new offensive against militants after a recent rise in the number of attacks. No group or individual has claimed responsibility for the attack.&nbsp;

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The attack follows the deadly twin explosions, which occurred within an interval of 12 minutes, late Monday, and claimed the lives of 17 people, including six police personnel. The blasts occurred at an anti-terrorism police station at Kabal, Swat Valley in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province which housed the Counter Terrorism Department (CTD) and a mosque.&nbsp;

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While some media reports claimed that it was a suicide attack officials have formed a fact-finding committee and launched a probe into the incident.

KP Inspector General of Police (IGP) Akhtar Hayat Gandapur, during his visit to the blast site, told the media that a preliminary investigation showed that the blasts were not an act of terrorism and occurred after explosives stored in a police depot caught fire. He added that there were also no indications of forced entry or gunshots.&nbsp;

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Pakistani officials and the army, on Friday (April 28) reported that a militant on a motorcycle blew himself up amid an attack on a temporary military camp in northwest Pakistan.

Pakistani officials and the army, on Friday (April 28) reported that a militant on a motorcycle blew himself up amid an attack on a temporary military camp in northwest Pakistan. At least three soldiers and seven militants were killed in multiple clashes which occurred in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province, which shares a border with neighbouring Afghanistan. Two officials told Reuters, on condition of anonymity that the troops had engaged with the militants for hours, Thursday night in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa’s Lakki Marwat district. However, the Pakistan military seemingly confirmed the clashes later and said there were two other clashes which occurred on Thursday in the vicinity. “A motorcycle-borne suicide bomber exploded himself near security forces post,” the Pakistani army said in a statement, as quoted by news agency Reuters. It added that the attack was followed by a fierce exchange of fire between the troops and the militants. ALSO READ | Pakistan: Bushra bibi warns authorities against another operation on Zaman Park during Eid al-Fitr holidays The statement confirming the death of seven militants also said, “Weapons and ammunition were also recovered from the seven killed terrorists.” The army indicated that the soldiers had been on their way to take up new posts at a nearby military base, adding that the troops repulsed two more militant attacks in the same area. This comes as Pakistan declared a new offensive against militants after a recent rise in the number of attacks. No group or individual has claimed responsibility for the attack. ALSO WATCH | Pak Defence Minister to virtually attend Shanghai group meet in Delhi The attack follows the deadly twin explosions, which occurred within an interval of 12 minutes, late Monday, and claimed the lives of 17 people, including six police personnel. The blasts occurred at an anti-terrorism police station at Kabal, Swat Valley in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province which housed the Counter Terrorism Department (CTD) and a mosque. ALSO READ | Pakistan: Deadly explosions in Swat valley kill 17 While some media reports claimed that it was a suicide attack officials have formed a fact-finding committee and launched a probe into the incident. KP Inspector General of Police (IGP) Akhtar Hayat Gandapur, during his visit to the blast site, told the media that a preliminary investigation showed that the blasts were not an act of terrorism and occurred after explosives stored in a police depot caught fire. He added that there were also no indications of forced entry or gunshots. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

Pakistan: Three soldiers, seven militants killed in motorcycle suicide bomb attack, clashes

A suspected suicide blast has rocked Pakistan's Swat Valley. Pakistan's home-grown terror group Tehrik-e-Taliban or TTP has been wreaking havoc in the country. Pakistan has been fuelling terror for years, now countering it remains its biggest challenge. Molly Gambhir reports.

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At least 17 people have died and dozens have been injured in twin explosions that rocked the Swat valley in the Northwestern region of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa which neighbours Afghanistan in Pakistan. The incident took place in an office of the counterterrorism department in the late hours of Monday.

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The State Bank of Pakistan is caught in a cross-fire between the Pakistani Parliament and Supreme Court. The SC's order to dispense funds for the upcoming polls in Punjab and Khyber Pakhtunkhwa has been sent back to the Parliament to debate whether the Supreme Court's order should be deferred or not.

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The Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) group claimed responsibility for an attack on Pakistani soldiers that killed two and injured an unspecified number of people in northwestern Pakistan's Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province.

The Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan gave a higher death toll in Saturday's attack in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province, claiming that eight Pakistani soldiers died. There was no immediate explanation for the discrepancy.

The TTP also claimed responsibility for a hand grenade attack on a police van in the Swabi area of the province that killed a police officer and injured two others on Saturday.

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Pakistan is continuing to face an increased number of attacks on security forces after the TTP ended a ceasefire with Islamabad last November. The government on Friday said that it intends to carry out a massive anti-militant operation across the country in the immediate future.&nbsp;

Islamabad recently claimed success after it arrested the leader and founder of the banned Baloch National Army (BNA), Gulzar Imam alias Shambay. Balochistan,

Pakistan's southwestern province, has been demanding freedom from Islamabad for decades and it remains a battleground between Pakistan's security forces and Baloch separatists.&nbsp;

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Meanwhile, Pakistan's National Security Committee, comprising the prime minister and the military’s top brass, agreed to re-launch their anti-terrorusm operation this month under a national action plan.

The plan involves military and intelligence operations, death sentences for militants, setting up special military courts for trials, and the deployment of anti-extremist forces in vulnerable areas.

The country previously launched a counter-militancy plan in 2014, after 132 children were massacred in a Peshawar school in an attack claimed by Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan.

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The Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) group claimed responsibility for an attack on Pakistani soldiers that killed two and injured an unspecified number of people in northwestern Pakistan's Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province.

The Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) group claimed responsibility for an attack on Pakistani soldiers that killed two and injured an unspecified number of people in northwestern Pakistan's Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province. The Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan gave a higher death toll in Saturday's attack in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province, claiming that eight Pakistani soldiers died. There was no immediate explanation for the discrepancy. The TTP also claimed responsibility for a hand grenade attack on a police van in the Swabi area of the province that killed a police officer and injured two others on Saturday. ALSO READ | Pakistan overtakes Afghanistan as country with most terror attacks Pakistan is continuing to face an increased number of attacks on security forces after the TTP ended a ceasefire with Islamabad last November. The government on Friday said that it intends to carry out a massive anti-militant operation across the country in the immediate future. Islamabad recently claimed success after it arrested the leader and founder of the banned Baloch National Army (BNA), Gulzar Imam alias Shambay. Balochistan, Pakistan's southwestern province, has been demanding freedom from Islamabad for decades and it remains a battleground between Pakistan's security forces and Baloch separatists. ALSO WATCH | Gravitas | Rising terrorism in Pakistan: 58 attacks in 28 days × Meanwhile, Pakistan's National Security Committee, comprising the prime minister and the military’s top brass, agreed to re-launch their anti-terrorusm operation this month under a national action plan. The plan involves military and intelligence operations, death sentences for militants, setting up special military courts for trials, and the deployment of anti-extremist forces in vulnerable areas. The country previously launched a counter-militancy plan in 2014, after 132 children were massacred in a Peshawar school in an attack claimed by Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan. WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

Islamabad-Rawalpindi vow to act as terror targets Pakistan army in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa

The Pakistan's Supreme Court (SC) has reserved verdict in Punjab and Khyber Pakhtunkhwa polls delay case and will announce its verdict on tomorrow (Tuesday).

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In separate incidents, two police officers deployed on census duty in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa’s Tank and Lakki Marwat districts were killed, reported the Associated Press Pakistan (APP) citing the local officials and Rescue 1122 on Monday (March 13). It added that five others were injured after they sustained bullet injuries during the armed attack in Tank. Meanwhile, another police officer was also shot dead after he was attacked in the Lakki Marwat district.&nbsp;

According to the report, police constable Khan Nawab was killed on the spot while constables Shah Nawaz and Aslam Khan, Levies official Bismillah, Frontier Constabulary official Abdullah and driver Eid Jan were injured during the attack which took place in Tank’s Kot Azam area. The aforementioned officers were deployed in the district for the security of the census staff when armed terrorists attacked the police van, reported the APP.&nbsp;

Subsequently, the injured officers reportedly retaliated and the attackers fled the scene. The officer who was killed and those injured were taken to the District Headquarters Hospital Tank where they were said to be in stable condition. According to APP, another contingent of police was deployed who then cordoned off the area and started a search operation.

In a separate incident, two terrorists allegedly attacked police constable Dil Jan who had also been deployed for census duty near Lakki Marwat district’s Parwala village and killed him, reported APP, on Monday. They too managed to escape and later the police reportedly surrounded the area and began a search operation. So far, no group has claimed responsibility for either of the attacks.&nbsp;

This also comes a week after a police officer was killed and four others were injured when a census team accompanied by police personnel was attacked in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa’s Dera Ismail Khan district, said a report by Dawn. The officer killed was later identified as constable Gul Faraz while those injured were assistant sub-inspector Hayatullah, constables Aftab and Mohammad Naeem and Sabir, the driver. It was later that Tehreek-i-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) claimed responsibility for last week’s attack, as per APP.&nbsp;

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In separate incidents, two police officers deployed on census duty in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa’s Tank and Lakki Marwat districts were killed, reported the Associated Press Pakistan (APP) citing the local officials and Rescue 1122 on Monday (March 13).

In separate incidents, two police officers deployed on census duty in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa’s Tank and Lakki Marwat districts were killed, reported the Associated Press Pakistan (APP) citing the local officials and Rescue 1122 on Monday (March 13). It added that five others were injured after they sustained bullet injuries during the armed attack in Tank. Meanwhile, another police officer was also shot dead after he was attacked in the Lakki Marwat district. According to the report, police constable Khan Nawab was killed on the spot while constables Shah Nawaz and Aslam Khan, Levies official Bismillah, Frontier Constabulary official Abdullah and driver Eid Jan were injured during the attack which took place in Tank’s Kot Azam area. The aforementioned officers were deployed in the district for the security of the census staff when armed terrorists attacked the police van, reported the APP. Subsequently, the injured officers reportedly retaliated and the attackers fled the scene. The officer who was killed and those injured were taken to the District Headquarters Hospital Tank where they were said to be in stable condition. According to APP, another contingent of police was deployed who then cordoned off the area and started a search operation. In a separate incident, two terrorists allegedly attacked police constable Dil Jan who had also been deployed for census duty near Lakki Marwat district’s Parwala village and killed him, reported APP, on Monday. They too managed to escape and later the police reportedly surrounded the area and began a search operation. So far, no group has claimed responsibility for either of the attacks. This also comes a week after a police officer was killed and four others were injured when a census team accompanied by police personnel was attacked in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa’s Dera Ismail Khan district, said a report by Dawn. The officer killed was later identified as constable Gul Faraz while those injured were assistant sub-inspector Hayatullah, constables Aftab and Mohammad Naeem and Sabir, the driver. It was later that Tehreek-i-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) claimed responsibility for last week’s attack, as per APP. WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

Pakistan: Two police officers killed, five others injured after attacks on census team

Terrorists, who were equipped with sniper guns fitted with night vision thermal goggles, attacked a police station in Pakistan's Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) reportedly on Friday.&nbsp;

Local media outlets reported that Deputy Superintendent of Police (DSP) Badaber Sardar Hussain and&nbsp;two constables were killed during an exchange of gunfire with the terrorists during the overnight attack on assault on the Sarband Police Station in Peshawar.&nbsp;

The way terrorists attacked the police station, is a matter of concern for the Pakistani government as the militants allegedly had the latest and advanced weapons, including hand grenades and night-vision thermal imaging guns.&nbsp;

Geo News reported that Senior Superintendent of Police Operations Kashif Aftab Abbasi confirmed the details, stating that at least six to eight terrorists were involved in the attack and they attacked the station from two to three sides.&nbsp;

The News International reported that those who lost their lives were laid to rest on Saturday. After the attack, there is a rise in demand across the nation to provide the force with the latest technology to counter such assaults with night vision thermal scope rifles.&nbsp;

The attack comes after Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) ended its months-long ceasefire with the Pakistan government on November 28.&nbsp;

According to the Dawn report, there has been a spike in attacks on law enforcement officials as well as a comeback of terrorism in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa.&nbsp;

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Terrorists, who were equipped with sniper guns fitted with night vision thermal goggles, attacked a police station in Pakistan's Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) reportedly on Friday.

Terrorists, who were equipped with sniper guns fitted with night vision thermal goggles, attacked a police station in Pakistan's Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) reportedly on Friday. Local media outlets reported that Deputy Superintendent of Police (DSP) Badaber Sardar Hussain and two constables were killed during an exchange of gunfire with the terrorists during the overnight attack on assault on the Sarband Police Station in Peshawar. The way terrorists attacked the police station, is a matter of concern for the Pakistani government as the militants allegedly had the latest and advanced weapons, including hand grenades and night-vision thermal imaging guns. Geo News reported that Senior Superintendent of Police Operations Kashif Aftab Abbasi confirmed the details, stating that at least six to eight terrorists were involved in the attack and they attacked the station from two to three sides. The News International reported that those who lost their lives were laid to rest on Saturday. After the attack, there is a rise in demand across the nation to provide the force with the latest technology to counter such assaults with night vision thermal scope rifles. The attack comes after Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) ended its months-long ceasefire with the Pakistan government on November 28. According to the Dawn report, there has been a spike in attacks on law enforcement officials as well as a comeback of terrorism in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

Pakistan: Terrorists equipped with night vision thermal scope guns outflank police

Former Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan announced that his party's governments in Punjab and Khyber Pakhtunkhwa will dissolve their assemblies on December 23.

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The ceasefire between the Pakistan government and Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) has ended as the terrorist group took responsibility for 3 attacks on police constables in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Lakki Marwat, and an attack in Peshawar that killed 1 security official and left 3 police personnel injured.

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An area of 14,430 acres was damaged after more than 200 wildfires continue to rage in various districts of Pakistan's Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province during the past two weeks, according to a report.

The area includes forests and pastures, Dawn reported on Sunday.

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Of the 210 wildfire incidents, around 55 blazes have been started intentionally by local people and 12 ascribed to dry weather conditions while the cause of another 143 blazes is unknown, according to a report compiled by the provincial forestry, environment and wildlife department.

These figures are based on daily situation reports generated by the department between May 23 and June 9.

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Latifur Rehman, a spokesperson for the department said that rumours had been circulating in the affected areas that the government would pay compensation for any damage to forests due to wildfires.

Pakistan had a harsh and lengthy heatwave, the longest one in the country's history.

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Besides this, Pakistan continues to struggle with the electricity and gas outages, the protestors at multiple places in the country demonstrated against the federal government demanding an immediate supply of electricity and natural gas.

The country is also witnessing nationwide protests on the water shortage, as the water crisis has broken a 22-year record in Pakistan as the provinces face a 50 per cent shortage of water and there is 97 per cent water scarcity in reservoirs, as per the details released by the Indus River System Authority (IRSA).&nbsp;

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An area of 14,430 acres was damaged after more than 200 wildfires continue to rage in various districts of Pakistan's Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province during the past two weeks, according to a report.

An area of 14,430 acres was damaged after more than 200 wildfires continue to rage in various districts of Pakistan's Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province during the past two weeks, according to a report. The area includes forests and pastures, Dawn reported on Sunday. Also read | Pakistan withdraws pensionary benefits of five former-servicemen: Report Of the 210 wildfire incidents, around 55 blazes have been started intentionally by local people and 12 ascribed to dry weather conditions while the cause of another 143 blazes is unknown, according to a report compiled by the provincial forestry, environment and wildlife department. These figures are based on daily situation reports generated by the department between May 23 and June 9. Watch | Wildfire ravages southern Spain: Warm weather & adverse winds causing the blaze Latifur Rehman, a spokesperson for the department said that rumours had been circulating in the affected areas that the government would pay compensation for any damage to forests due to wildfires. Pakistan had a harsh and lengthy heatwave, the longest one in the country's history. Also read | Pervez Musharraf stable and out of a ventilator; family says 'recovery not possible, organs malfunctioning' Besides this, Pakistan continues to struggle with the electricity and gas outages, the protestors at multiple places in the country demonstrated against the federal government demanding an immediate supply of electricity and natural gas. The country is also witnessing nationwide protests on the water shortage, as the water crisis has broken a 22-year record in Pakistan as the provinces face a 50 per cent shortage of water and there is 97 per cent water scarcity in reservoirs, as per the details released by the Indus River System Authority (IRSA). WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

Over 14,430 acres damaged due to wildfires in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa in fortnight: Report

At least, seven soldiers have been killed in an ambush near the Afghan border in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. According to Pakistan military, one of its convoy was targeted near the Afghan border triggering an intense gunfight between the two sides.

Seven soldiers killed in killed in an ambush in northwest Pakistan

&nbsp;A total of 12 militants were killed in two separate operations by security forces in Pakistan's Balochistan and Khyber Pakhtunkhwa provinces on Wednesday.

As many as 10 militants were killed in the Hoshab area of Balochistan in an exchange of fire with the security forces, The News International reported.

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A huge cache of arms and ammunition was also recovered from the possession of these militants, who were involved in recent firing and attack on security forces incidents in Turbat and Pasni areas, the publication reported.

In a separate operation, two militants were killed in an Intelligence Based Operation conducted by security forces on the reported presence of terrorists in Dera Ismail Khan district of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa.

Arms and ammunition, including submachine guns, hand grenades, and a large quantity of multiple calibre rounds, were recovered from their possession.

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The militants were involved in attacks against the security forces, according to the military's media wing Inter-services Public Relations (ISPR), Samaa TV reported. In January alone, several terror incidents rocked Pakistan as major cities including Islamabad and Lahore were targeted. An Islamabad-based think tank, the Pakistan Institute for Peace Studies, recently published a report endorsing the fear that Pakistan has been slowly sliding into chaos and instability for the last couple of years.

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Apart from the brewing terrorism in Balochistan province, the Baloch are also against the Pakistani security forces as the region has registered thousands of disappearances of political activists, intellectuals, journalists, and students.

A total of 12 militants were killed in two separate operations by security forces in Pakistan's Balochistan and Khyber Pakhtunkhwa provinces on Wednesday. As many as 10 militants were killed in the Hoshab area of Balochistan in an exchange of fire with the security forces, The News International reported.

A total of 12 militants were killed in two separate operations by security forces in Pakistan's Balochistan and Khyber Pakhtunkhwa provinces on Wednesday. As many as 10 militants were killed in the Hoshab area of Balochistan in an exchange of fire with the security forces, The News International reported. Also read | As United States watches, Pakistan PM Imran Khan 'excited' to meet Vladimir Putin in Moscow A huge cache of arms and ammunition was also recovered from the possession of these militants, who were involved in recent firing and attack on security forces incidents in Turbat and Pasni areas, the publication reported. In a separate operation, two militants were killed in an Intelligence Based Operation conducted by security forces on the reported presence of terrorists in Dera Ismail Khan district of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. Arms and ammunition, including submachine guns, hand grenades, and a large quantity of multiple calibre rounds, were recovered from their possession. Also read | Pakistan PM Imran Khan biggest propagator of fake news, says opposition leader The militants were involved in attacks against the security forces, according to the military's media wing Inter-services Public Relations (ISPR), Samaa TV reported. In January alone, several terror incidents rocked Pakistan as major cities including Islamabad and Lahore were targeted. An Islamabad-based think tank, the Pakistan Institute for Peace Studies, recently published a report endorsing the fear that Pakistan has been slowly sliding into chaos and instability for the last couple of years. Watch | Pakistan PM Imran Khan arrives in Moscow to hold talks amid Ukraine crisis Apart from the brewing terrorism in Balochistan province, the Baloch are also against the Pakistani security forces as the region has registered thousands of disappearances of political activists, intellectuals, journalists, and students.

12 militants killed in encounter with security forces in Pak's Balochistan, KP