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  • Pahalgam Incident, Pakistan’s Successful Diplomacy In The Security Council, Indian Desire Could Not Be Fulfilled

    Pahalgam Incident, Pakistan’s Successful Diplomacy In The Security Council, Indian Desire Could Not Be Fulfilled

     Canada Global (Web News) Pakistan’s diplomacy failed in the UN Security Council regarding the Pahalgam incident.

    India’s wish against Pakistan could not be fulfilled, only the words of all the relevant authorities were used in the Security Council. The statement in the Security Council was proposed by the United States but a unanimous statement could not be passed. Pakistan did not allow the controversial words to be included through diplomatic efforts. Pakistan also included the word Jammu and Kashmir in the statement. India wanted the word Pahalgam to be included to give the impression that India had occupied occupied Kashmir. India was unable to express its condemnation immediately by failing to include the word Pahalgam. The attack in Pahalgam took place on April 22, while the condemnation statement was issued 4 days later on April 26. The UN official said that the UN expresses concern about the situation in the region and India and Pakistan should show restraint to prevent the situation from deteriorating.
  • Shutter-Down Strike, Shops Closed In Lahore And Other Cities On Jamaat-E-Islami’s Call

    Shutter-Down Strike, Shops Closed In Lahore And Other Cities On Jamaat-E-Islami’s Call

     Canada Global(Web News) – A shutter-down strike is being held across the country on the call of Jamaat-e-Islami to express solidarity with the Palestinian people, under which commercial centers in various cities of the country are completely closed.

    Badami Bagh Auto Parts Market in Lahore is completely closed while all car dealer markets in the city are also closed. Business will also remain closed in Urdu Bazaar, Mall Road and other markets in the inner city today.

    Anarkali and adjacent markets are also closed on the call of Jamaat-e-Islami. Shah Alam Market, Brandrath Road, Hall Road and adjacent markets will also remain closed. Ready-made garments, solar market are also closed while the city’s main green market is also completely closed.

    Meanwhile, shops in Qissa Khawani, Khyber Bazaar, Peepal Mandi, Saddar, Hasht Nagri and other important business areas in Peshawar are closed, while according to the traders’ organization, a protest camp will also be set up at Rampura Gate.

    Jamaat-e-Islami Pakistan Ameer Hafiz Naeem-ur-Rehman has said that the nationwide shutter-down strike is an expression of solidarity with the people of Gaza. The Pakistani nation cannot tolerate the genocide of Palestinians.

    All City Traders Alliance Karachi has announced its separation from the strike. On the other hand, the All City Traders Alliance in Karachi has announced its separation from the Jamaat-e-Islami strike. Traders Alliance leader Sharjeel Goplani has said that the Karachi Timber Market will remain fully open today as well.

    We have nothing to do with the strike called by Jamaat-e-Islami.

    Sheikh Muhammad Irshad, Chairman of Jamaat-e-Ittehad Market Association, has alleged in the letter that he is receiving threatening messages from Jamaat-e-Islami regarding today’s strike and has appealed to the police to provide protection.

  • Decision Will Be Taken After The Meeting Of The Council Of Common Interests, Prime Minister Stops The Plan To Build Canals

    Decision Will Be Taken After The Meeting Of The Council Of Common Interests, Prime Minister Stops The Plan To Build Canals

      Canada Global(Web News) Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif has said that the plan to build canals on the Indus River has been stopped.

    While holding a joint press conference with Bilawal Bhutto Zardari in the federal capital, Shahbaz Sharif said that no canal will be built until a consensus decision is taken in the Council of Common Interests. He said that the meeting of the Council of Common Interests will be held on May 2. I am also grateful to Bilawal Bhutto Zardari. We also discussed India’s issues.
    Shahbaz Sharif further said that Pakistan is a federation and it has some requirements, the canal project and the situation of the country have been discussed very seriously, and issues between the provinces are resolved through talks. Bilawal Bhutto Chairman Pakistan People’s Party Bilawal Bhutto said that the Prime Minister listened to our complaints and accepted the principled position and demands of the PPP. We have agreed that no canal will be built without mutual consent. He said that he stands with the government on the suspension of the Indus Water Treaty and other measures by India and a befitting response will be given to this matter.

  • Jamaat-E-Islami’s Palestine Solidarity March Against Israeli Atrocities, Red Zone Sealed

    Jamaat-E-Islami’s Palestine Solidarity March Against Israeli Atrocities, Red Zone Sealed

    Canada Global (Web News) Jamaat-e-Islami’s Palestine March in the capital of Pakistan against Israeli atrocities in Palestine, the red zone was sealed.

    Barbed wires and barriers have been installed at the entrance and exit points of the Red Zone and any illegal gathering is prohibited in the federal capital. .. D Chowk and Serena Chowk have been sealed with containers.. Barbed wires and barriers have been installed at the entrance and exit points of the Red Zone and any illegal gathering is prohibited in the federal capital. Islamabad Traffic Police says that there are extraordinary security arrangements on the Srinagar Highway, so citizens should use the service road connected to the Srinagar Highway. Heavy traffic is prohibited from 9:30 am to 11:30 am today.
    According to the traffic police, the H8 underpass should be used for the Blue Area, Sectors F6 and F7, and the Rawalpindi-Peshawar Road and IJP Road should be used for Sectors I and H. Containers have also been installed in Faizabad in Rawalpindi and the main highway from Faizabad Interchange to Islamabad has been closed. Regarding the road closures, Jamaat-e-Islami Islamabad Information Secretary Amir Baloch said that the purpose of the march is to express solidarity with the oppressed people of Gaza and the closure of roads cannot demoralize us.
    On the other hand, Federal Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi and Minister of State for Interior Talal Chaudhry contacted Jamaat-e-Islami Secretary General Liaquat Baloch over the telephone. A statement issued by Jamaat-e-Islami in this regard said that the two federal ministers discussed the Palestine Solidarity March in Islamabad today. Liaquat Baloch said that the government has no right to stop the march to express solidarity with the Palestinians. Jamaat-e-Islami’s march to express solidarity with Palestine will remain peaceful and the government should not be humiliated around the world by erecting obstacles. The Jamaat-e-Islami leader said that the government should refrain from stopping the Palestine solidarity rally in Islamabad today and no new area should be created to express solidarity with Palestine.

  • Hospital Staff Commits Violence Against Doctors

    Hospital Staff Commits Violence Against Doctors

     Canada Global(Web News) Violence against doctors by patients attending to them in the ICU of Jinnah Hospital Karachi.

    Doctors in the hospital’s medical department stopped work, severely affecting emergency services. The incident took place on Monday night when 17-year-old patient Nisar Ali, who was suffering from respiratory problems, was brought to Jinnah Hospital by his family for treatment. The family said that the doctors refused to admit the patient to the ICU, due to which Nisar Ali’s condition deteriorated and he died. After the incident, the family staged a strong protest at the hospital along with the body. The family alleged that the doctors not only refused to provide a bed to the patient but also mistreated him, in response to which the attendants tortured Dr Shiva Ram.
    According to CCTV footage, 10 to 15 people forcibly entered the ICU and dragged Dr Shiva Ram out. According to Dr Shiva Ram, only 9 beds were available in the ICU and all were full, due to which it was impossible to admit new patients.
    He said that due to the unavailability of beds, the patient was directed to be shifted to another ward. After the incident, doctors of the Emergency Medicine Department of Jinnah Hospital stopped working in protest against the violence, due to which patients coming to the emergency room faced severe difficulties. According to Senior Medical Officer Dr. Waqar, initial treatment in emergency situations is provided by medical doctors, in whose absence the situation can become serious. On the other hand, the family alleges that Nisar Ali lost his life due to the alleged negligence and inhumane behavior of the doctors.

  • Bodies Of 8 Pakistanis Killed In Iran Arrive Home

    Bodies Of 8 Pakistanis Killed In Iran Arrive Home

      Canada Global(Web News) On April 12, armed men killed Pakistani citizens at a workshop in the Mehrestan region of Iran’s border province of Sistan.

    Seven of the murdered Pakistanis belong to Khanqah Sharif area of ​​Bahawalpur, while one Pakistani belongs to Shujaabad area of ​​Multan. Last night, a special plane transported eight bodies from Iran to Islamabad and then to Bahawalpur, from where they were sent to their native areas by ambulances. The victims of the terror attack were motor mechanics who worked in a workshop in Iran’s Sistan province.

    The Pakistani ambassador had said that the dead included Muhammad Amir, Muhammad Dilshad, Muhammad Nasir, Malik Jamshed, Muhammad Danish, Muhammad Naeem, Ghulam Jafar and Muhammad Khalid. Prime Minister Shahbaz Sharif expressed deep sorrow and concern over the incident and called on the Iranian government to immediately arrest and punish the accused. On the other hand, Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesman Esmail Baqai said that the terrorists strongly condemned the attack, saying that this attack is a criminal act and goes against Islamic teachings, law and human values. The spokesman added that Iran will leave no stone unturned to identify the perpetrators of this crime and bring them to justice.

  • 5.6 Magnitude Earthquake Hits Various Cities Of Pakistan

    5.6 Magnitude Earthquake Hits Various Cities Of Pakistan

    Canada Global(Web News) A 5.6 magnitude earthquake struck various cities in Pakistan. People came out reciting the Kalima Tayyaba.

    The earthquake struck on the intervening night of Tuesday and Wednesday. Tremors were felt in Lahore and its surrounding cities, including Islamabad, Rawalpindi, Swabi, Dir, Swat, Malakand and Chitral. The earth also shook in Peshawar, Malakand, Abbottabad and Battagram. The earthquake struck at 4:13 pm local time. The magnitude of the earthquake was recorded at 5.6. The intensity was so severe that people woke up from their sleep and came out of their homes in fear. Read more: Severe earthquake in Pakhtunkhwa and Balochistan; Citizens flee their homes in fear. According to the US Geological Survey, an earthquake of 5.6 magnitude and a depth of 69 km was recorded in the Hindu Kush region of Afghanistan.

    The epicenter of the earthquake was 108 kilometers east of the Afghan region of Kalfghan. Tremors were also felt in the Afghan province of Nuristan, while tremors were also felt in Tajikistan and Uzbekistan. There was severe panic among citizens and in many areas people were seen running to open spaces and reciting the Kalima Tayyiba. No casualties or damage have been reported so far, but authorities are closely monitoring the situation. Rescue and emergency services have been alerted, while relevant agencies have been instructed to take precautionary measures in view of possible aftershocks.

  • The World Bank Has Approved A Loan Of 1 Billion Dollars For Pakistan

    The World Bank Has Approved A Loan Of 1 Billion Dollars For Pakistan

    This financing marks a major boost for Pakistan’s clean energy ambitions, as the country continues to grapple with energy shortages, rising fuel import bills, and the effects of climate change.

    The Project: Dasu Hydropower – A Game Changer

    The funding is specifically designated for Stage I of the Dasu Hydropower Project, a mega initiative located on the Indus River near Dasu in the Kohistan District. Stage I of the project will generate 2,160 megawatts (MW) of electricity and is expected to produce over 12,000 gigawatt hours (GWh) of clean, renewable energy annually.

    The long-term vision includes a Stage II expansion, which could double the capacity to between 4,320 and 5,400 MW, making it one of the largest hydropower projects in South Asia.

    Najy Benhassine, the World Bank Country Director for Pakistan, described the site as “one of the best hydropower locations in the world” and emphasized its potential to transform the country’s energy sector.

    “This project is a game changer. It will not only help provide low-cost electricity but will also contribute to greening the energy mix and reducing Pakistan’s carbon footprint,” he said.

    Loan Breakdown and Structure

    The $1 billion package is a combination of different financial instruments:

    • $435 million – IDA Shorter Maturity Loan

    • $365 million – Regular IDA Scale-Up Window Credit

    • $200 million – IBRD Loan

    The funding will also support infrastructure development, local community services, and the strengthening of the Water and Power Development Authority’s (WAPDA) institutional capacity for future hydropower projects.

    Economic and Environmental Impact

    Pakistan’s energy sector has long struggled with inefficiency, frequent power outages, and a heavy reliance on imported fossil fuels. The Dasu Hydropower Project is expected to save the country an estimated $1.8 billion per year in fuel imports and offset nearly 5 million tons of carbon emissions annually.

    In addition to environmental benefits, the project boasts a strong economic case, with an estimated economic return rate of 28%.

    The project is already under construction, with Stage I scheduled for completion in 2027. It is also expected to create thousands of jobs, improve regional infrastructure, and provide socio-economic benefits to communities in the surrounding areas.

    Global Support for Sustainable Development

    This approval comes at a time when international financial institutions are ramping up support for clean energy projects in developing nations. The World Bank has repeatedly emphasized its commitment to helping countries transition to low-carbon energy sources and build climate resilience.

    For Pakistan, which faces rising energy demands from a growing population and economy, the Dasu project could be a cornerstone of its sustainable development strategy.

    Looking Ahead

    As Pakistan moves forward with this ambitious hydropower project, all eyes will be on the effective implementation of the loan and the on-time completion of construction milestones. If successful, the Dasu Hydropower Project could serve as a model for future green energy initiatives in the region.

    The World Bank’s financial backing reaffirms global confidence in Pakistan’s renewable energy potential and could pave the way for further investments in sustainable infrastructure.

  • Seven passengers offloaded, shot dead in Barkhan

    Seven passengers offloaded, shot dead in Barkhan

    Canada Global (Web News) At least seven passengers lost their lives in a deadly attack in Balochistan’s Barkhan district late Tuesday night, as confirmed by Barkhan Assistant Commissioner (AC) on Wednesday morning.

    The incident occurred along the National Highway in the Rarkan area, where unidentified gunmen intercepted a passenger bus and fired warning shots into the air, according to AC Khadim Hussain.

    The assailants then boarded the bus, checked passengers’ identification cards, and forcibly removed seven individuals, taking them to a nearby mountainous area. Soon after, gunfire was heard.

    Upon arrival, local law enforcement, including the Levies force, found the bodies of the abducted passengers. The deceased have been transported to a hospital in Rakni, authorities reported, confirming that they were residents of different cities in Punjab.

    The bus service office revealed that the vehicle, carrying at least 45 passengers, was traveling from Quetta to Faisalabad.

    One of the passengers, Zeeshan Mustafa from Burewala, shared that his brother was taken away by the attackers after they checked his ID card.

    According to Zeeshan, the gunmen, estimated to be between ten and twelve in number, were all armed with Kalashnikov rifles.

    Following the attack, security forces have cordoned off the area and initiated a search operation to track down those responsible. As a result, two-way traffic on the National Highway, which links Punjab and Balochistan, has been halted.

    Balochistan CM Vows Justice

    Balochistan Chief Minister Sarfaraz Bugti strongly condemned the brutal killings, labeling the attack as “heinous and despicable” while assuring that the perpetrators would be brought to justice.

  • IFC chief says $2bn annual investment in Pakistan not rigid target

    IFC chief says $2bn annual investment in Pakistan not rigid target

    Canada Global (Web News) Following key meetings with Finance Division officials, International Finance Corporation (IFC) chief Makhtar Diop stated on Thursday that a $2 billion annual investment is feasible for Pakistan, given its pressing infrastructure needs in airports, energy, water, and ports.

    Diop’s visit, his first to Pakistan, comes as part of the World Bank’s broader plan to allocate up to $20 billion for the country under the Country Partnership Framework (CPF) announced in January, with IFC set to contribute the same amount.

    In an exclusive interview with Reuters, Diop expressed optimism about progress on major transactions by October, signaling Pakistan’s readiness for large-scale financing in critical infrastructure.

    Pakistan, currently navigating economic recovery under a $7 billion IMF bailout program, urgently requires external funding for development projects. The country’s foreign exchange reserves remain insufficient to cover even a month’s worth of controlled imports.

    During the fiscal year 2024, IFC had an investment exposure of $2.1 billion in Pakistan—its highest yet in the country’s $350 billion economy, which saw minimal growth of 0.92% in the first quarter. Diop highlighted IFC’s interest in agriculture, infrastructure, financial services, and the digital sector.

    The government is pushing for privatization to generate revenue, but efforts to privatize Pakistan International Airlines and outsource Islamabad’s airport have faced challenges.

    Diop noted that while debt financing remains crucial, equity-based transactions will also play a greater role in Pakistan, reflecting IFC’s long-term commitment to the country.

    Earlier, Diop and his delegation met with Finance Division officials to discuss strategies for industry-driven growth, particularly through export expansion. During a high-level meeting at the Ministry of Finance, he reaffirmed IFC’s commitment to supporting Pakistan in areas such as green energy, data centers, agriculture, telecom, and digitization.

    Finance Minister Mohammad Aurangzeb and his team were also present at the meeting, where Diop praised Pakistan’s CPF agreement with the World Bank, calling it a model for global best practices.

    Dr. Syed Tauqeer Hussain Shah, Executive Director (Pakistan) at the World Bank Group, described the recently approved $40 billion CPF as a strong vote of confidence in Pakistan’s economic reforms. He emphasized that IFC has a robust investment pipeline for the country, though continued economic and political stability will be key to sustaining investor confidence.

  • Karachi traffic accidents claim 108 lives in 45 days

    Karachi traffic accidents claim 108 lives in 45 days

    Canada Global (Web News) Traffic accidents in Karachi have escalated in 2025, resulting in 108 fatalities—72 in urban areas and 24 in the suburbs. The rise in dumper truck-related crashes has further worsened the situation.

    A freight train collided with a trailer near Mai Kolachi, followed by an oil tanker crashing into them. The oil tanker’s front portion was crushed, trapping its driver inside. After intensive rescue efforts, the driver was successfully freed.

    Authorities confirmed the accident occurred at an unmanned railway track. Traffic on Mai Kolachi Road was severely affected, with diversions in place from MT Khan Road to PIDC and Boat Basin towards Bilawal Chowrangi.

    Meanwhile, a separate accident in Malir’s Memon Goth claimed one life. Initial reports suggested a dumper was involved, but investigations found no evidence. The deceased’s identity remains unknown.

    In response, Senior Minister Sharjeel Inam Memon announced measures to improve road safety. The Sindh government has mandated fitness and registration for all heavy vehicles, barring those without valid fitness certificates.

    Additionally, the water board has introduced a barcode system for registered water tankers to ensure compliance with safety standards. Unregistered vehicles will be seized, and previously registered ones will be reassessed.

    A 30-day deadline has been set for heavy traffic vehicles to obtain fitness certification. Furthermore, the operational hours for dumper trucks in Karachi have been revised, now restricted to 10pm-6am instead of 11pm-6pm.

    Speaking on news channel, Memon emphasized shared responsibility for road safety, attributing accidents to reckless driving, traffic violations, and enforcement gaps.

    He clarified that vehicle fitness regulations are longstanding and that the government plans to outsource the transport department to improve oversight.

  • Journalists protest against PECA law for second day

    Journalists protest against PECA law for second day

    Canada Global (Web News) Protests against the Prevention of Electronic Crimes (Amendment) Act (PECA) 2025, led by the Pakistan Federal Union of Journalists (PFUJ), continued for a second day on Thursday.

    Journalists have challenged the law in the Supreme Court and multiple high courts, arguing that it undermines media freedom and violates constitutional rights.

    In a petition filed at the Islamabad High Court, the PFUJ called PECA unconstitutional and demanded a judicial review to overturn the amendments.

    Hunger strike camps and demonstrations were held nationwide, with journalists condemning the law as an attempt to suppress freedom of expression.

    In Quetta, the Balochistan Union of Journalists (BUJ) staged a symbolic hunger strike outside the Quetta Press Club, vowing to resist the law. The Karachi Union of Journalists (KUJ) also launched a hunger strike at the Karachi Press Club, which entered its second day.

    Representatives from human rights organizations, lawyers, and civil society joined the KUJ’s protest, which runs daily from 11 AM to 5 PM. The KUJ labeled PECA a “black law” and urged journalists to continue demonstrations until it is repealed.

    In Rawalpindi and Islamabad, the Rawalpindi-Islamabad Union of Journalists (RIUJ)’s Talagang-Chakwal Unit organized protests and hunger strikes, with participants raising slogans against the law.

    The amendments to PECA were swiftly passed by the ruling coalition in both the National Assembly and Senate without proper consultation with opposition parties, journalists, or media organizations.

    Signed into effect by President Asif Ali Zardari, the revised law introduces new definitions, regulatory bodies, and stricter penalties for so-called “false” information. It also reduces the punishment for spreading “fake news” online to three years in prison and a fine of up to Rs 2 million.

    The amendments establish the Social Media Protection and Regulatory Authority (SMPRA), the National Cyber Crime Investigation Agency (NCCIA), and the Social Media Protection Tribunal, increasing government control over online content.

  • Turkish President welcomed with guard of honour at PM House as Pakistan visit begins

    Turkish President welcomed with guard of honour at PM House as Pakistan visit begins

    Canada Global (Web News) Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan received a guard of honour at the Prime Minister’s House upon arriving in Pakistan for a two-day official visit on Thursday. Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif welcomed him and First Lady Emine Erdogan with a formal salute, followed by the national anthems of both countries.

    As part of the reception, PM Shehbaz introduced Erdogan to members of the federal cabinet and met the Turkish delegation. Later, Chief of Army Staff General Asim Munir also met Erdogan and extended greetings. The Turkish president was further honoured with a flypast by F-16 fighter jets.

    Erdogan, accompanied by the First Lady and a delegation of investors and business leaders, landed at Noor Khan Airbase late at night. President Asif Ali Zardari and PM Shehbaz personally received him, and a 21-gun salute was presented in his honour.

    His visit focuses on strengthening bilateral ties and enhancing economic cooperation between Pakistan and Türkiye. High-level meetings will take place to discuss trade, investment, and strategic collaboration.

    Erdogan will co-chair the seventh meeting of the Pakistan-Türkiye High-Level Strategic Cooperation Council (HLSCC) with PM Shehbaz. The discussions will cover key areas of mutual interest, including trade, defense, and technology.

    The visit will conclude with a joint declaration, along with the signing of several agreements and Memorandums of Understanding (MoUs). The two leaders will also address a joint press conference to outline future cooperation between the two nations

  • Babar Azam urges fans to stop calling him ‘King’

    Babar Azam urges fans to stop calling him ‘King’

    Canada Global (Web News) Pakistan’s star batter, Babar Azam, has requested fans to stop calling him “king,” stating that he does not see himself as one yet.

    Speaking after Pakistan’s victory against South Africa in the tri-nation series, Babar emphasized that his main focus while batting is to score runs, though he has struggled to finish games.

    “Unfortunately, I haven’t been able to see the innings through, but Rizwan and Salman performed well today. Contributions like these help boost the team’s confidence,” he said.

    Reaffirming his stance, Babar urged people to avoid referring to him as “king.”

    “I don’t consider myself a king yet. That’s something to reflect on when I leave. Opening is a new challenge for me, and I’ve taken on this role to meet the team’s needs,” he told reporters.

    He explained that once his innings progresses, he gains a clearer understanding of the game and pitch conditions. “I always aim to perform well, but I haven’t been able to convert starts into big innings consistently,” he added.

    Discussing his approach, Babar shared that he frequently reminds himself to stay focused on the present rather than past performances.

    “What’s done is done. If I keep thinking about past games, it will affect my future performances. Each day brings a fresh strategy and mindset. Successfully chasing big targets gives us confidence moving forward,” he concluded.

     

  • Father ends own life after killing four children in Swabi

    Father ends own life after killing four children in Swabi

    Canada Global (Web News) A heartbreaking tragedy unfolded in Swabi, a district in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP), where a father took the lives of his four children before ending his own.

    According to rescue officials, the incident occurred early Thursday morning in the Yar Hussain Sarra China area. The man, identified as Saif-ul-Islam, allegedly used a sharp-edged weapon to kill his children before taking his own life.

    The victims included two sons and two daughters, ranging in age from two to twelve years. They have been identified as 12-year-old Zia, 10-year-old Abdul Rehman, 8-year-old Sana, and a two-year-old girl.

    Local residents shared that Saif worked as a tailor and had been living alone after his wife left for her parental home due to domestic disputes.

    Authorities have begun gathering evidence from the scene. While initial reports suggest it was a case of murder-suicide, police officials stated that further investigations will provide more clarity on the circumstances surrounding the tragedy.

  • Imran Khan calls for meeting with PTI’s negotiation team ahead of Jan 28 talks

    Imran Khan calls for meeting with PTI’s negotiation team ahead of Jan 28 talks

    Canada Global (Web News) Imran Khan, founder of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI), has called for a meeting with the party’s negotiation team ahead of the next round of talks with the government on January 28. Speaking to party leaders at Adiala Jail, he emphasized that PTI’s final stance on the dialogue process would be decided after the meeting.

    PTI’s position on the negotiations has been unclear, with party chairman Barrister Gohar Ali Khan recently stating that talks were “on hold” despite earlier announcements of calling them off. The party initially withdrew from the talks, citing the government’s delay in forming a judicial commission to investigate the May 9 riots and the November 26 crackdown.

    So far, three rounds of talks have taken place, but a deadlock persists, with PTI demanding the commission’s formation before proceeding further, while the government has promised a written response in the next round.

    PTI Senator Shibli Faraz reiterated the party’s demand for an impartial probe and criticized the government’s shifting stance on timelines. He stressed the need for political stability and reaffirmed PTI’s willingness to continue discussions if the commission is established.

  • Taliban deputy foreign minister urges reopening of girls’ high schools

    Taliban deputy foreign minister urges reopening of girls’ high schools

    Canada Global (Web News) Taliban’s acting deputy foreign minister, Sher Mohammad Abbas Stanekzai, has urged the group’s leadership to reopen schools for Afghan girls, calling the ongoing restrictions unjust and contrary to Islamic teachings.

    Speaking over the weekend, Stanekzai emphasized that education was accessible to both men and women during the time of the Prophet Muhammad (PBUH). He argued that denying education to Afghanistan’s female population, nearly half of the country’s 40 million people, was a significant injustice.

    His remarks mark one of the strongest public criticisms from within the Taliban regarding the school closures, which were reportedly enforced by the group’s supreme leader, Haibatullah Akhundzada, despite internal disagreements.

    The Taliban initially promised to reopen girls’ high schools in 2022 but later reversed their decision and also barred women from universities by the year’s end. They claim to uphold women’s rights under Islamic law and Afghan traditions but have provided no timeline for reopening educational institutions for females.

    International criticism has been widespread, with Islamic scholars and Western diplomats stating that the Taliban’s stance on women’s education remains a major obstacle to their recognition on the global stage.

    Taliban officials in Kandahar, where Akhundzada is based, have not responded to Stanekzai’s remarks.

  • PAF training jet crashes in K-P, killing pilot

    PAF training jet crashes in K-P, killing pilot

    Canada Global (Web News) A Pakistan Air Force (PAF) pilot, Squadron Leader Ahmed Mian, lost his life on Tuesday when a K8 training aircraft crashed during a routine operational training mission near the runway in Risalpur, Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa, as reported by Pakistani News.

    The aircraft, which had departed from the Asghar Khan Academy in Risalpur, was conducting a routine low-altitude flight when it went down in a field close to the runway.

    Following the crash, senior military officials promptly arrived at the site. The area was secured by personnel from the Air Force, Army, and Police, who also initiated an investigation into the incident.

    The fire that engulfed the aircraft was extinguished by the fire brigade, allowing rescue teams to recover the pilot’s body and transport it to a hospital. The Pakistan Air Force has commenced an inquiry to identify the cause of the crash.

  • Omar Ayub urges immediate release of Imran Khan, other PTI leaders

    Omar Ayub urges immediate release of Imran Khan, other PTI leaders

    Canada Global (Web News) Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) leader Omar Ayub on Friday demanded the immediate release of party founder Imran Khan, along with other leaders and workers currently in detention.

    Speaking to the media, Ayub reaffirmed the party’s clear stance on dialogue with the government, emphasizing that PTI has outlined its key demands, including the release of its leaders and an impartial judicial inquiry into the incidents of May 9 and November 26.

    He highlighted the need for PTI leaders to have access to Imran Khan, who has been held in Adiala Jail for an extended period. Ayub argued that the detention of the party’s founder is based on unfounded allegations, adding that political uncertainty will persist unless the rule of law and constitutional supremacy are upheld.

    “Imran Khan is a staunch advocate for the rule of law and the constitution,” he stated.

    Additionally, Ayub criticized the government’s claims of progress, pointing to widespread power and gas shortages during the winter season as evidence of mismanagement.

  • Pakistan, India exchange lists of nuclear sites

    Pakistan, India exchange lists of nuclear sites

    Canada Global (Web News) Pakistan and India have exchanged their respective lists of nuclear installations and facilities, the Foreign Office reported on Wednesday.

    This annual exchange takes place under the Agreement on the Prohibition of Attacks against Nuclear Installations and Facilities between the two nations, according to the FO statement.

    Pakistan’s list of nuclear sites was handed over to a representative of the Indian High Commission in Islamabad at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs. At the same time, the Indian Ministry of External Affairs delivered India’s nuclear list to a representative of the Pakistan High Commission in New Delhi.

    The agreement, signed on December 31, 1988, stipulates that both countries must exchange lists of nuclear installations and facilities on January 1 each year. The agreement came into effect on January 27, 1991, and the exchange has been occurring annually since January 1, 1992, said FO spokesperson Mumtaz Zahra Baloch.