PAKISTAN NEWS

QUETTA, 14 August, 2026 (Nosheen): Six police personnel were injured when armed assailants ambushed the convoy of Balochistan Home Minister Mir Zia Langau in Mastung, while the provincial minister remained safe.According to Mastung police, the minister’s convoy was travelling from Kalat to Quetta when armed men ambushed it at Guru in the Khadkocha area of Mastung district and opened fire. Six police personnel sustained injuries during the exchange of fire.Police said the attackers fled the scene following the incident, while a search operation has been launched to trace and apprehend the assailants. Balochistan Home Affairs Assistant Babar Yousafzai said the exchange of fire between the attackers and police continued for around 20 minutes. He praised the police personnel for displaying co...

Islamabad, 14 August 2026(Nosheen): Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) has commenced celebrations to mark Pakistan’s 79th Independence Day with traditional enthusiasm and patriotic spirit, extending the festivities from airports to the skies.As part of the celebrations, PIA counters and offices at major airports across the country have been beautifully decorated with national flags, green-and-white decorations and decorative lights.A competition for the best Independence Day decoration was also organized among PIA offices to encourage greater participation and national spirit among employees.The national airline arranged special activities for passengers during flights, including Independence Day cake-cutting ceremonies. National flag badges and small flags were distributed ...

ISLAMABAD, 14 August, 2026 (Ghufran): Pakistan and Norway have agreed to further strengthen cooperation in counterterrorism, combating illegal migration, police training and mutual legal assistance, with both sides expressing a commitment to expanding collaboration in security and law enforcement.The understanding was reached during a meeting between Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi and Norwegian Foreign Minister Espen Barth Eide at the Ministry of Interior in Islamabad on Friday. The two sides discussed bilateral relations, regional developments and matters of mutual interest.Mohsin Naqvi said measures taken by Pakistan had resulted in a 47 percent decline in illegal immigration. He reiterated the government's zero-tolerance policy towards irregular migration and noted that Pakistan's effor...

Islamabad, August 14, 2026(Kamran Raja):Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian has called for further strengthening bilateral relations between Iran and Pakistan, saying the shared interests and destinies of the two neighbouring countries have become more closely linked than ever.In his message on the occasion of Pakistan’s Independence Day, President Pezeshkian extended heartfelt congratulations to the Pakistani nation and described the day as an opportunity to acknowledge Pakistan’s achievements and further promote the longstanding ties between the two countries.He said Pakistan’s Independence Day provided a fresh opportunity to broaden and deepen the long-standing and strategic relationship between Iran and Pakistan. President Pezeshkian reaffirmed Tehran’s commitment to expanding compreh...

Islamabad, 14 August 2026(Ghufran): U.S. Chargé d’Affaires Natalie A. Baker called on Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Senator Mohammad Ishaq Dar at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.The meeting focused on Pakistan-U.S. bilateral cooperation and recent regional developments.Deputy Prime Minister Ishaq Dar appreciated the positive trajectory in Pakistan-U.S. relations and underscored the importance of dialogue and diplomacy in achieving lasting peace and stability.The Deputy Prime Minister emphasized that the implementation of the Islamabad Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) of June 18 in letter and spirit was the only way forward. He reaffirmed Pakistan’s commitment to promoting regional peace and security while safeguarding the country’s national interests.The U.S. ...

Islamabad, 14 August  2026(Kamran Raja): Ambassador of China to Pakistan Jiang Zaidong called on Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Senator Mohammad Ishaq Dar at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs on Thursday, where the two sides discussed matters of mutual interest, regional developments and the close Pakistan-China relationship.During the meeting, Deputy Prime Minister Ishaq Dar conveyed condolences over the tragic death of a Chinese mountaineer following an avalanche incident at Broad Peak in Gilgit-Baltistan.The Deputy Prime Minister assured the Chinese Ambassador of Pakistan’s full facilitation for the repatriation of the deceased’s remains.Ambassador Jiang Zaidong appreciated Pakistan’s prompt assistance and support following the tragic incident.The two sides als...

Rawalpindi , 14 August 2026(Kamran Raja): Chief of Army Staff and Chief of Defence Forces (COAS & CDF) Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir, NI (M), HJ, hosted a reception in honour of Pakistan Army veterans on the occasion of Independence Day.A large number of retired officers and soldiers attended the reception, which provided an opportunity to acknowledge the services and sacrifices of veterans who dedicated their lives to the defence of the country.Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir paid rich tribute to the invaluable contributions and lifelong services of Pakistan Army veterans in safeguarding the country and strengthening national resilience.The COAS & CDF highlighted that the experience, professional expertise and guidance of veterans constitute a valuable institutional asse...

Rawalpindi, 14 August 2026(Kamran Raja): A dignified flag-hoisting ceremony was held at the Rawalpindi Cantonment Board (RCB) office to mark Pakistan’s 79th Independence Day, with officials and employees expressing their love for the country, national unity and solidarity with the Armed Forces of Pakistan.The ceremony was attended by Additional CEO Zia Hussain, Cantonment Board Member Zahid Bakhtawari, Secretary Cantonment Board Imran Habib, and a large number of officers and employees of the Rawalpindi Cantonment Board.The national flag was hoisted during the ceremony, followed by the cutting of an Independence Day cake. Participants raised enthusiastic slogans of “Pakistan Zindabad” and “Pakistan Army Zindabad”, expressing their solidarity with the Armed Forces of Pakistan....

 Islamabad, 14 August 2026(Kamran Raja): U.S. Chargé d’Affaires Natalie A. Baker has extended warm congratulations to the people of Pakistan on the occasion of the country’s 79th Independence Day.In her Independence Day message, Baker, on behalf of the government and people of the United States, congratulated Pakistan on completing 79 years of independence and highlighted the longstanding partnership between the two countries.She recalled that the United States was among the first countries to recognize Pakistan’s independence, saying that the two nations have since built an enduring partnership based on a shared vision and a commitment to the future.The U.S. Chargé d’Affaires expressed particular enthusiasm for the upcoming milestone, noting that 2027 will mark the 80...