The assault comes days before Pakistan goes to polls. The country has seen dozens of attacks in the last few weeks. Watch to know more!

Pakistan: Dozens of militants attack police station in North Pakistan, 10 killed

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Dozens of militants attacked a police station in northern Pakistan early Monday, killing at least 10 officers, a senior commander said. The assault comes just days before Pakistan votes in a general election that has already seen dozens of attacks on candidates and party supporters.

"More than 30 terrorists launched an attack from three directions. There was an exchange of fire for over two-and-a-half hours," Khyber Pakhtunkhwa provincial police chief Akhtar Hayat Gandapur told AFP.

He said 10 officers were killed and four wounded in the attack on Chaudhwan police station in Dera Ismail Khan district.

The border regions of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa have for years seen Pakistan Taliban, Islamic State and other groups attacking government and security targets, as well as targeting civilians.

Gandapur told AFP the attackers briefly seized control of the police station during the assault in the early hours of Monday.

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At least 24 militants were killed last week when ethnic Baloch separatists launched raids on a compound of government facilities in a remote part of Pakistan's southwest, the military said.

Four security personnel and two civilians were killed during the attack and subsequent search operations.

The Balochistan Liberation Army (BLA), a banned Baloch separatist group, claimed responsibility for that attack in a statement on social media.

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Pakistan's election commission last week said polls would go ahead as planned on Thursday, February 8, after it held an urgent meeting with security officials following a spate of violence in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa and Balochistan provinces.

Thousands of security personnel will be deployed across the country to provide safety to voters.

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Dozens of militants attacked a police station in northern Pakistan early Monday, killing at least 10 officers, a senior commander said. The assault comes just days before Pakistan votes in a general election that has already seen dozens of attacks on candidates and party supporters.

Dozens of militants attacked a police station in northern Pakistan early Monday, killing at least 10 officers, a senior commander said. The assault comes just days before Pakistan votes in a general election that has already seen dozens of attacks on candidates and party supporters. "More than 30 terrorists launched an attack from three directions. There was an exchange of fire for over two-and-a-half hours," Khyber Pakhtunkhwa provincial police chief Akhtar Hayat Gandapur told AFP. He said 10 officers were killed and four wounded in the attack on Chaudhwan police station in Dera Ismail Khan district. The border regions of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa have for years seen Pakistan Taliban, Islamic State and other groups attacking government and security targets, as well as targeting civilians. Gandapur told AFP the attackers briefly seized control of the police station during the assault in the early hours of Monday. Also read | Pakistan elections: Balochistan govt bans public meetings, electoral gatherings after ‘suicide bomber’ threat At least 24 militants were killed last week when ethnic Baloch separatists launched raids on a compound of government facilities in a remote part of Pakistan's southwest, the military said. Four security personnel and two civilians were killed during the attack and subsequent search operations. The Balochistan Liberation Army (BLA), a banned Baloch separatist group, claimed responsibility for that attack in a statement on social media. Also watch | 10 police personnel killed as militants attack police station in northwest Pakistan Pakistan's election commission last week said polls would go ahead as planned on Thursday, February 8, after it held an urgent meeting with security officials following a spate of violence in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa and Balochistan provinces. Thousands of security personnel will be deployed across the country to provide safety to voters.

Pakistan: 10 cops killed after militants attack police station

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Just a week ahead of the country's general elections, Islamabad is struggling to contain violence in its restive northwestern region. Pakistan's security says it has killed 21 terrorists in Balochistan's Mach and Kolpur areas in operations conducted after the militant attacks.

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After a series of coordinated attacks in Balochistan province, including one on a high-security&nbsp;Mach jail housing nearly 800 prisoners, Pakistani security forces&nbsp;successfully eliminated at least 21 militants&nbsp;of the separatist group - Baloch Liberation Army Mujahid Brigade.

In Pakistan, Balochistan has seen the emergence of various Baloch nationalist movements advocating for greater autonomy or outright independence. Some of these groups are the Balochistan Liberation Army (BLA), Balochistan Liberation Front (BLF), and Baloch Republican Army (BRA).

The latest operation was initiated after the militants bombed several Mach town areas including attacks in Kolpur areas on Monday (Jan 29). According to the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR), the Pakistani military's media wing, four security personnel and two civilians lost their lives during the operation.

Notably, ISPR officially confirmed the death of 12 militants but reports citing security officials disclosed that 21 militants were killed in the operation.

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Reports said that the death toll of security officials might be higher. According to ISPR, the militants included suicide bombers. The Central Mach Jail, which the militants tried to break in, has&nbsp;many high-profile prisoners and those sentenced to death and awaiting execution.

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As per reports, the operation is in its final stages. It is pertinent to note that Balochistan has witnessed a surge in attacks on security forces and civilians over the past year.

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The Baloch militant groups have been involved in armed struggles and insurgency activities against the Pakistani government, alleging economic exploitation, human rights abuses, and political marginalisation of its&nbsp;people.

(With inputs from agencies)

After a series of coordinated attacks in Balochistan province, including one on a high-security Mach jail housing nearly 800 prisoners, Pakistani security forces successfully eliminated at least 21 militants of the separatist group - Baloch Liberation Army Mujahid Brigade.

After a series of coordinated attacks in Balochistan province, including one on a high-security Mach jail housing nearly 800 prisoners, Pakistani security forces successfully eliminated at least 21 militants of the separatist group - Baloch Liberation Army Mujahid Brigade. In Pakistan, Balochistan has seen the emergence of various Baloch nationalist movements advocating for greater autonomy or outright independence. Some of these groups are the Balochistan Liberation Army (BLA), Balochistan Liberation Front (BLF), and Baloch Republican Army (BRA). The latest operation was initiated after the militants bombed several Mach town areas including attacks in Kolpur areas on Monday (Jan 29). According to the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR), the Pakistani military's media wing, four security personnel and two civilians lost their lives during the operation. Notably, ISPR officially confirmed the death of 12 militants but reports citing security officials disclosed that 21 militants were killed in the operation. Also Read | Who is Bushra Bibi, the prayerful wife of ex-Pakistan PM Imran Khan? Reports said that the death toll of security officials might be higher. According to ISPR, the militants included suicide bombers. The Central Mach Jail, which the militants tried to break in, has many high-profile prisoners and those sentenced to death and awaiting execution. Also Read | 'Harassed, interrogated and deported': China alleges US targeting Chinese students, using them as spies As per reports, the operation is in its final stages. It is pertinent to note that Balochistan has witnessed a surge in attacks on security forces and civilians over the past year. Watch | Toshakhana case: Imran Khan, wife sentenced to 14 years × The Baloch militant groups have been involved in armed struggles and insurgency activities against the Pakistani government, alleging economic exploitation, human rights abuses, and political marginalisation of its people. (With inputs from agencies)

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Toshakhana case: Imran Khan, wife sentenced to 14 years

The former Pakistani prime minister Imran Khan and his wife Bushra Bibi have now been sentenced to 14 years in prison. Both of them have been found guilty of acquiring expensive gifts illegally from the Toshakhana or the country's State Treasury.

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has revised down Pakistan's growth estimate for fiscal year 2024 to two per cent, marking a 0.5 per cent reduction from October's projection of 2.5 per cent, AFP reported.<o:p></o:p>

The World Economic Outlook (WEO) report for January highlighted challenges facing Pakistan's economy, with the IMF estimate falling below the government's target of 3.5 per cent GDP growth for the current year. <o:p></o:p>

In contrast, the IMF raised its global growth forecast to 3.1 per cent for 2024, citing unexpected resilience in major economies worldwide, including the United States and China.<o:p></o:p>

AFP cited IMF Chief Economist Pierre-Olivier Gourinchas, who noted, "The global economy continues to display remarkable resilience, with inflation declining steadily and growth holding up."<o:p></o:p>

Economists express concerns about Pakistan's economic trajectory, emphasising the need for targeted reforms to stimulate growth. The downgraded growth estimate signals a challenging environment for the country, requiring proactive measures to address structural issues and boost economic prospects.<o:p></o:p>

The IMF's revised projection is indicative of the multifaceted challenges Pakistan faces, including inflation, energy prices, and weakened foreign demand. Experts stress the importance of policy interventions to navigate these challenges and foster a more robust economic landscape.<o:p></o:p>

While Pakistan faces economic headwinds, the global economic outlook appears more optimistic, with the IMF upgrading its 2024 global growth forecast to 3.1 per cent. Despite acknowledging the remarkable resilience of the global economy, Gourinchas highlighted the persistence of risks and challenges. <o:p></o:p>

Policymakers worldwide continue to grapple with the impact of elevated interest rates, the withdrawal of pandemic-related government support, and consistently low levels of productivity. The IMF predicts that global growth will remain below its recent historical average, indicating a cautious approach toward the ongoing complexities of the global economic landscape.<o:p></o:p>

The United States and China, the world's two largest economies, received significant upgrades to their growth outlook for 2024. The IMF now expects the US economy to grow by 2.1 per cent, down slightly from an estimated 2.5 per cent in 2023. <o:p></o:p>

In contrast, China's economy is on track to achieve 4.6 per cent growth, reflecting carryover from stronger-than-expected growth in 2023 and increased government spending on capacity building. India continues to shine as a bright spot in the global economy, with a growth estimate of 6.5 per cent for 2024.<o:p></o:p>

Despite ongoing challenges in Europe, Asia remains buoyant, contributing to an overall positive growth outlook for many countries in 2024.<o:p></o:p>

(With inputs from AFP)<o:p></o:p>

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has revised down Pakistan's growth estimate for fiscal year 2024 to two per cent, marking a 0.5 per cent reduction from October's projection of 2.

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has revised down Pakistan's growth estimate for fiscal year 2024 to two per cent, marking a 0.5 per cent reduction from October's projection of 2.5 per cent, AFP reported. The World Economic Outlook (WEO) report for January highlighted challenges facing Pakistan's economy, with the IMF estimate falling below the government's target of 3.5 per cent GDP growth for the current year. In contrast, the IMF raised its global growth forecast to 3.1 per cent for 2024, citing unexpected resilience in major economies worldwide, including the United States and China. AFP cited IMF Chief Economist Pierre-Olivier Gourinchas, who noted, "The global economy continues to display remarkable resilience, with inflation declining steadily and growth holding up." Economists express concerns about Pakistan's economic trajectory, emphasising the need for targeted reforms to stimulate growth. The downgraded growth estimate signals a challenging environment for the country, requiring proactive measures to address structural issues and boost economic prospects. The IMF's revised projection is indicative of the multifaceted challenges Pakistan faces, including inflation, energy prices, and weakened foreign demand. Experts stress the importance of policy interventions to navigate these challenges and foster a more robust economic landscape. While Pakistan faces economic headwinds, the global economic outlook appears more optimistic, with the IMF upgrading its 2024 global growth forecast to 3.1 per cent. Despite acknowledging the remarkable resilience of the global economy, Gourinchas highlighted the persistence of risks and challenges. Policymakers worldwide continue to grapple with the impact of elevated interest rates, the withdrawal of pandemic-related government support, and consistently low levels of productivity. The IMF predicts that global growth will remain below its recent historical average, indicating a cautious approach toward the ongoing complexities of the global economic landscape. The United States and China, the world's two largest economies, received significant upgrades to their growth outlook for 2024. The IMF now expects the US economy to grow by 2.1 per cent, down slightly from an estimated 2.5 per cent in 2023. In contrast, China's economy is on track to achieve 4.6 per cent growth, reflecting carryover from stronger-than-expected growth in 2023 and increased government spending on capacity building. India continues to shine as a bright spot in the global economy, with a growth estimate of 6.5 per cent for 2024. Despite ongoing challenges in Europe, Asia remains buoyant, contributing to an overall positive growth outlook for many countries in 2024. (With inputs from AFP)

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What is Toshakhana? Established in 1974, Toshakhana is a department under the administrative control of the Cabinet Division and stores precious gifts given to rulers, parliamentarians, bureaucrats and officials by heads of other governments and states and foreign dignitaries as a goodwill gesture. It has valuables ranging from bulletproof cars, gold-plated souvenirs and expensive paintings to watches, ornaments, rugs and swords. What is the case?

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