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2019-12-13

| Terrorism

Phony claims increase as ISIS flounders in Pakistan, Afghanistan

Phony claims increase as ISIS flounders in Pakistan, Afghanistan

The terrorist groups is falsely claiming responsibility for terrorist acts to divert attention from its defeat in the region, say analysts.

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Pakistani doctors lend training to Afghan colleagues in treating terror victims

2019-12-12

| Health
Pakistani doctors lend training to Afghan colleagues in treating terror victims

Pakistan has trained 150 doctors, paramedics and nurses in the management of burn and trauma injuries in the past two years.
Court indicts Hafiz Saeed on terror-financing charges

2019-12-11

| Security
Court indicts Hafiz Saeed on terror-financing charges

The move is part of the government's efforts to meet requirements to stamp out terror financing and money laundering.
In photos: persimmon orchards flourish once again in Mohmand District

2019-12-11

| Economy
In photos: persimmon orchards flourish once again in Mohmand District

Businesses, including the persimmon trade, are returning to the region, business owners say.

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KP Police bolster operations against drug dealers linked to terror financing

Raids by law enforcement officers are netting drug dealers throughout the province, say police.
KP Police bolster operations against drug dealers linked to terror financing
Tehran's friendly overtures to Pakistan mask deepening troubles

2019-12-10

| Diplomacy
Tehran's friendly overtures to Pakistan mask deepening troubles

Relations between Pakistan and Iran have always been strained by Iranian double standards, and Iranian forces are openly violating the rules of bilateral engagement.
New school for Peshawar's Sikh community highlights interfaith harmony

2019-12-09

| Education
New school for Peshawar's Sikh community highlights interfaith harmony

The Baba Guru Nanak School of Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Mathematics is expected to bolster computer skills for young Sikhs.
Pakistan shows improvement on Global Terrorism Index

2019-12-06

| Terrorism
Pakistan shows improvement on Global Terrorism Index

The country has seen steady progress in reducing terrorism's impact since 2013.
Proposed tax rules would require jewellers, realtors to report suspicious transactions

2019-12-05

| Business
Proposed tax rules would require jewellers, realtors to report suspicious transactions

The amendments are part of an effort to tackle terror financing and money laundering.
Terrorism-scarred Pakistanis observe International Day of Disabled Persons

2019-12-04

| Health
Terrorism-scarred Pakistanis observe International Day of Disabled Persons

The Taliban's violence has resulted in numerous disabilities.
KP Police bolster operations against drug dealers linked to terror financing

2019-12-04

| Terrorism
KP Police bolster operations against drug dealers linked to terror financing

Raids by law enforcement officers are netting drug dealers throughout the province, say police.
Women on Wheels campaign gets women moving in Karachi

2019-12-03

| Women's Rights
Women on Wheels campaign gets women moving in Karachi

The campaign seeks to teach thousands of women in Sindh Province how to ride motorcycles and scooters.
KP agriculture programme aims to provide work for vulnerable tribal youth

2019-12-02

| Youth
KP agriculture programme aims to provide work for vulnerable tribal youth

By providing youth an opportunity to earn an income, the initiative is expected to curb efforts by extremists to lure them into their ranks while boosting the local agricultural industry.
KP Police publish photos of most-wanted terrorist and criminal suspects

2019-11-29

| Terrorism
KP Police publish photos of most-wanted terrorist and criminal suspects

Police are seeking citizens' help in locating and arresting more than 3,000 wanted fugitives.
In photos: KP's young IT specialists build key critical-thinking skills

2019-11-28

| Education
In photos: KP's young IT specialists build key critical-thinking skills

Critical thinking is essential for the children and could help them avoid extremism, say observers.
Jirga Pakistan's tent schools offer education for children in tribal districts

2019-11-27

| Education
Jirga Pakistan's tent schools offer education for children in tribal districts

Education for girls in the Tirah Valley of Khyber District, once a distant dream, is now in full bloom amid the defeat of militants.
United States receives almost 20,000 messages from Iranian protesters

2019-11-27

| Protests
United States receives almost 20,000 messages from Iranian protesters

The images and videos came four days after US officials asked Iranians to send in information so the United States can expose the regime's abuses.
Vintage car rally in Pakistan sends message of peace

2019-11-26

| Society
Vintage car rally in Pakistan sends message of peace

The 10th annual Vintage Classic Car Rally 2019 began November 23 in Khyber District and will reach Karachi by December 10.
Tribal youth project wins grant to battle extremism with education

2019-11-25

| Education
Tribal youth project wins grant to battle extremism with education

The initiative aims to help high school students learn critical thinking skills to reduce the effectiveness of extremist recruiters.
ISIS-K 'vulnerable' to security agencies following death of al-Baghdadi

2019-11-22

| Terrorism
ISIS-K 'vulnerable' to security agencies following death of al-Baghdadi

The ISIS leader's death could provide an opening for law enforcement in Pakistan and Afghanistan to further crack down on the group, say analysts.
US warns Pakistan of risks from Chinese investment

2019-11-22

| Economy
US warns Pakistan of risks from Chinese investment

Pakistan will face long-term economic damage if China goes ahead with its projects, warned a US diplomat.
Taliban ranks as deadliest terror group in the world

2019-11-22

| Terrorism
Taliban ranks as deadliest terror group in the world

Taliban attacks in 2018 killed 7,379 people, according to the 2019 Global Terrorism Index.
Women encourage peace in Lyari with sports, peace initiatives

2019-11-21

| Society
Women encourage peace in Lyari with sports, peace initiatives

The Karachi neighbourhood was once notorious for gang violence.
Peshawar's first Cineplex seeks to revive movie industry

2019-11-20

| Society
Peshawar's first Cineplex seeks to revive movie industry

The re-establishment of security is seen as the key factor to the revival of the once-loved way to spend free time.
Revolutionary Guard vows bloody crackdown on protesters in Iran

2019-11-19

| Protests
Revolutionary Guard vows bloody crackdown on protesters in Iran

The increasingly violent protests reportedly have hit 100 cities, with three security personnel killed by rioters and 'dozens' of Iranian citizens gunned down in the streets.
Al-Huda orphanage in Bajaur provides shelter, education to all

2019-11-19

| Society
Al-Huda orphanage in Bajaur provides shelter, education to all

The centre accommodates orphans from a variety of backgrounds, including the offspring of militants, security personnel and civilians.

SPOTLIGHT

KP Police bolster operations against drug dealers linked to terror financing

KP Police bolster operations against drug dealers linked to terror financing

Raids by law enforcement officers are netting drug dealers throughout the province, say police.

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Do you believe China's economic plans for Pakistan are in the best interests of Pakistanis?

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