Pakistan

ISLAMABAD (Kashmir English): Almirsad, a media outlet linked to the intelligence apparatus of the Afghan Taliban, has been blocked in Pakistan for spreading anti-Pakistan propaganda. As per details, access to the WhatsApp channel of Almirsad Urdu has been taken down in the country. Almirsad is considered to be an online media propaganda platform operating from

KARACHI (Kashmir English): Karachi Traffic Police have announced plans to ban all types of regular rickshaws from the roads across the port city, with only meter-fitted rickshaws will be allowed to operate. Speaking to the media at the Karachi Press Club, DIG Traffic Pir Muhammad Shah said that efforts have been made to improve traffic

ISLAMABAD (Kashmir English): The National Database & Registration Authority (NADRA) has announced a temporary suspension of its services at all its 68 registration centres situated in various cities of Pakistan, as there are problems with satellite connectivity. It further added that “satellite communication services will not be available on Thursday, July 9, 2026, i.e., between

CHAGHI (Kashmir English): Security forces and police foiled an attempted robbery at an MCB Bank branch in Balochistan’s Chagai district following a swift response, according to official statements. Authorities said armed assailants attempted to target the bank, but their plans were disrupted after security personnel and police responded promptly to the incident. A security operation

ISLAMABAD (Kashmir English): The Inspector General of Police (IGP) Syed Ali Nasir Rizvi announced an initiative to recruit 9000 young people into the Islamabad police. He stated that during this recruitment process, various posts are going to be filled, such as Assistant Sub-Inspector, Sub-Inspector, direct inspectors, and others etc. He further explained how the addition

ISLAMABAD (Kashmir English): The Islamabad police have extended the date for submitting applications for the job to July 15, according to media reports. Applications were invited for recruitment on 1712 vacant posts in the Islamabad Police, the last date of which was set as July 8. Considering the interest of the aspirants, the administration has

ISLAMABAD (Kashmir English): Pakistan on Wednesday urged all parties in the US-Iran conflict to exercise restraint and refrain from any actions that may further undermine regional peace and stability after both countries exchanged overnight strikes. In a statement, the Foreign Office spokesperson expressed its deep concern over the escalation in tensions in the Middle East, saying

ISLAMABAD (Kashmir English): The United States Embassy in Islamabad on Wednesday announced the reopening of the US consulates in Lahore and Karachi for regular consular services from July 20, 2026. In a statement, the US Embassy in Islamabad said the consulates will provide services to US citizens as well as process non-immigrant visa applications. “Whether