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PAF camp attacked in Badaber: Army captain among 29 martyred

Awaz Apni: PESHAWAR/ISLAMABAD: Terrorists attacked a Pakistan Air Force (PAF) camp in Badaber area and killed 15 worshipers offering prayers inside a mosque, the Inter Services Public Relations (ISPR) said.  According to details the number of casualties was confirmed at 29, of which 15 were martyred in the mosque, 7 while performing ablution in the barracks next to the mosque, 3 including one officer embraced martyrdom while fighting the terrorists and 4 civilians employed at the base also met their maker. "Terrorists entered the camp at 2 points and further split in into sub groups. The encounter began immediately due to quick response. The terrorists were contained within a close area. Meanwhile a group rushed to the mosque and martyred 15 Namazis offering prayers," said DG ISPR Maj-Gen Asim Bajwa in tweets. He said that 13 terrorists were surrounded and killed by security forces. The attackers were clad in Frontier Constabulary (FC) uniforms, he...

Wireless phone recovered from imprisoned Dr Afridi

Breaking News PESHAWAR: Investigations have been kicked off against six security personnel in the wake of recovery of a satellite phone from Dr. Shakil Afridi, being detained in Central Prison Peshawar. According to sources, Dr. Shakil Afridi used the satellite phone to give interviews to a foreign newspaper and to make a number of calls within and outside Pakistan. A security man has also bee taken into custody for allegedly delivering the phone to Dr. Afridi, sources told CNewsworld . On the other hand, Deputy Superintendent Prison Maqsood-ur-Rehman told CNewsworld that Dr. Afridi's lawyer or brother who had come to see him a while ago might have smuggled the phone into the prison and given it to him. Investigations are now being carried out against six security officials who were deployed for Dr. Afridi's security. According to the Deputy Superintendent, neither any official was taken into custody nor suspended.   0 ...

Prayers continue for Malala’s recovery

Awaz Apni PESHAWAR: The nation continues to pray for the recovery of Malala Yousafzai, the 14 year old student shot by the Taliban in Swat. Prayers were held in Churches and other areas across Peshawar. Residents of the city prayed for the speedy recovery of Malala Yousafzai. In Lahore, women and children lit candles in the Cathedral Church and expressed solidarity with Malala. While speaking to CNewsworld , children hoped that Malala’s health would improve and she would continue with her mission for an education. A protest was held in Karachi by members of the civil society. The protest and walk which was held at ‘Do Talwar’ was attended by doctors, teachers and other professionals. A large number of women and children were also in attendance. Protestors were of the view that the attack on Malala was an attack on every daughter of the nation.

Breaking News Peshawar Bomb blast in Sadar

Awaz Apni PESHAWAR: A powerful explosion has been heard in Peshawar area of Saddar, Awaz Apni News reported Wednesday. The sounds of gunshots rang up in the area following the blast. There is no report as to the nature and magnitude of the blast; however, the reports received said the blast was so powerful that it was heard far and wide. According to eyewitness, soon after a blast, a black car was seen engulfed by a fire. The law-enforcers soon arrived on spot. The blast site is being said to the commercial area surrounded by government office.

Tension between in MQM and ANP

 Awaz Apni KARACHI: Muttahida Qaumi Movement (MQM) leader and Deputy Parliamentary leader Haider Abbas Rizvi Monday slammed ANP leader Bashir Bilour’s statement in which the latter labeled MQM as ‘terrorist outfit’. Haider Abbas Rizvi talking to Geo News said: “He (Bashir Bilour) should worry more about the situation in Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa and not Sindh where they enjoy no mandate.” “ANP wants to amass money here (in Sindh) in the same manner they had made a deal in exchange for the blood of their own brothers in Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa,” he alleged. Awaz Apni PESHAWAR: Senior Minister Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa Bashir Ahmed Bilour Monday labeled Muttahida Qaumi Movement (MQM) as a ‘terrorist outfit’. “MQM flourished during the rule of Zia-ul-Haq and then it was provided further support in Musharraf’s regime,” Bashir Bilour maintained.

Funeral prayers of Mian Rashid offered

Awaz Apni PESHAWAR: Mian Iftikhar Hussain’s son Mian Rashid Hussain has been buried at a local graveyard in Pabbi amid moving scenes, Dunay news reported on Sunday. Hussain, 27, was gunned down by three unidentified assailants at a local market in Nowshehra on Saturday night. Earlier, thousands of people, including Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa Chief Minister Amir Haider Hoti, provincial ministers and ANP leaders, attended the funeral prayers of Mian Rashid. PML-N leader Iqbal Zafar Jhagra and Punjab minister Mujtaba Shujaur Rehman also attended the funeral prayers. Meanwhile, an FIR was lodged at the Pabbi Police Station against Hussain’s murder in the light of statement of Mian Amjad Hussain, who was also wounded in the attack. Police said that they have nominated three unknown assailants in the FIR.  The funeral prayers of Mian Rashid Hussain, son of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa’s Information Minister Mian Iftikhar Hussain, has been offered here in his native area, Awaz Apni News ...

US drone strikes kill 18 in SWaziristan

 Awaz Apni  PESHAWAR: A US drone fired four missiles into a compound reportedly used by terrorists in northwestern tribal belt on Saturday, killing at least 18 militants, security officials said. The missiles targeted the compound in Dwasarak village, about 40 kilometres (25 miles) west of Wana, the main town in South Waziristan district, a senior Pakistani security official who wished to remain anonymous told media. "At least 18 militants have been killed in this attack," he said adding that two US drones fired four missiles. Two intelligence officials, one in Wana and one based in Peshawar, also confirmed the attack and the death toll. South Waziristan, considered a militant stronghold, was the scene of a major Pakistani offensive last year. Dwasarak is close to the Afghan border in the Angoor Adda area of South Waziristan. Officials said militants belonging to local commander Maulana Halimullah were killed in the attack, the second time tha...

Mohmand suicide attack toll reaches to 56

Awaz Apni PESHAWAR: The death toll of Mohmand Agency suicide attack has been reached to 56 whereas more than 73 sustained injuries. Sources said a suicide bomber blew up himself outside political agent’s office in tehsil Yeka Ghand on Friday morning. The high intensity blast has damaged nearby buildings and Yeka Ghanda jail premises. Rescue operations stated at the site of the blast and the bodies and injured were shifted to Civil Hospital Shab Qadar. Political Agent Amjad Ali Khan told media that 56 people were killed and over 73 wounded in the incident. Four personnel of Khasadar Force are also included among the dead. According to sources, several prisoners have been escaped after the blast that damaged the jail building. Four bodies and 65 injured shifted to Lady Reading Hospital Peshawar after giving first aid at Shab Qadar Hospital where emergency has been imposed.

Tribute to Quaid-e-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah

The Founder of Pakistan - Quaid-e-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah - December 25, 2009 Tribute to Quaid-e-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah Quaid-e-azam Welcome to in Pakistan (Original) Quaid-e-azam in Lahore Urdu Takrer Quaid-i-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah - Aug 15, 1947 Quiad-e-azam 1st Governor General of Pakistan. Aazadi ka safar 1940-1947 Quaid-e-azam & Britisch Prime Minister Quaid-e-azam 1948(Death) quaid e Azam Daughter report by Shaikh Mehmood KhursHEED beGUM GraND DauGHTER of QuaID e AzaM livING in slUM!!!

Pakistan celebrate T20 World Cup win

KARACHI: Pakistan’s historic win in the final of the T20 World Cup against Sri Lanka at Lord’s sparked jubilation across the country and worldwide. People took to the streets after the match in all major cities of the country including Lahore, Rawalpindi, Islamabad, Multan, Karachi, Peshawar and Quetta and expressed their joy in their own peculiar manner. They distributed sweets and danced to the beat of drums to celebrate the much-needed victory. While some people resorted to aerial firing, others set off fireworks lighting up the night sky. They also sang national songs and chanted slogans of ‘Pakistan Zindabad’. Large screens were installed in all major cities for people to watch the match. Theses were the scenes witnessed not only in Pakistan but also in every corner of the world wherever Pakistanis are living. Whether it would be streets of US or grounds of Britain, Pakistani flag flying high conveying the message of peace and expressed that Pakistani nation is a peace loving nati...

Democracy not allowed to flourish in 60 years: Deposed CJ

Cnewsworld.co.cc PESHAWAR: Deposed chief justice Iftikhar Muhammad Chaudhry Wednesday said during the last 60 years democracy was not allowed to thrive on part of the dictators who on more than occasion went ahead and usurped the rule of country.Addressing the lawyers’ convention here, Iftikhar Muhamamd Chaudhry said a year ago people of Pakistan, using their right to self-determination under the Constitution of Pakistan, voted to elect the new administration.“The lawyers are very well aware of the fact that Allah Almighty is the only supreme power over the Constitution under which the country’s affairs are being run,” he said adding “what must be a point of concern at this point in time is no one ever tried to determine the underlying reasons for the problems that the country continued to face.”The deposed chief justice said: “The existence of our country and ourselves is possible only through establishment of true democracy in the country.”Earlier, Iftikhar Muhammad Chaudhry administ...

Earthquake tremors in various areas of country

Awaz Apni ISLAMABAD: A strong earthquake shook various areas in Pakistan early Monday, sending people running from their homes.However, there were no immediate reports of any casualties or major damage.The cities jolted were Islamabad, Swat, Chitral, Gilgit, Bonair, Peshawar,Abbotabad, Kohat, Lahore, Faisalabad, Gujranwala, Mirpur, Batgram, Hangu, Kurk and Azad Kashmir.The epic centre of the earthquake was Hindu Kush mountain range, according to the Meotrological department.The Met Office said that the intensity of the tremors was registered 5.7 on Richter scale.According to the US Geological Survey, the earthquake shockwaves were felt at 4-13 in the early morning on Monday.

Quake rattles Pakistan

Awaz Apni ISLAMABAD: A strong earthquake jolted upper parts of Pakistan early Monday.According to sources, the quake magnitude was reported 5.7 on Richter scale while its epicenter was in the remote Hindu Kush mountain range.Tremors were felt in Islamabad, Peshawar, Swat, Chitral, Gilgit, Buner, Lahore, Mirpur Azad Kashmir, Abbotabad, Balakot, Mansehra, Batgram, Kohat, Hangu and Karak.Meanwhile, people in panic have come out of their homes. However, there were no immediate reports of any casualties or damage.

15 militants killed, six injured in Swat

CNews PESHAWAR: At least 15 militants were killed and six others injured in three separate incidents in Tehsils Charbagh, Matta and Khwazakhela of Swat district on Monday.According to media centre, the first incident occurred at Mangal Thaan in Charbagh Tehsil when security forces backed by gunship helicopters, targeted a vehicle of militants. Resultantly, 11 militants were killed on the spot. The other incident was reported at Namal area of Tehsil Matta in which two militants were killed and as many injured in a clash with security forces. Likewise, the security officials said two militants were killed and four others injured in Khawazakhela Tehsil.

Several injured in Peshawar blast

CNews PESHAWAR: Nine people are reported injured in an explosion that ripped through an Imam Bargah here in Takia Sanghan area of Hashtnagri on Monday.Emergency activities have been kick started in the area where ambulances are ferrying the injured to a nearby Lady Reading Hospital where emergency has been declared. A woman is also reported to be among the injured.According to IG Police NWFP, the blast which was not of high intensity was caused by explosives planted in the Imam Bargah’s bath room next to the Mutawali room. Security was already alert in view of the information of three suicide bombers’ entry in Peshawar.Hashtnagar is an old area located on G.T. Road and normally remains busy with a lot of human activity. The explosion damaged the building of the Imam Bargah.NWFP Chief Minister, Amir Haider Hoti condemning the fresh blast in Peshawar, has directed an inquiry into the incident.President Asif Ali Zardari, Prime Minister Yousuf Raza Gilani and Interior Advisor Rehman Malik ...

Earthquake in Southwestern Pakistan Kills 50 People

CNews Peshawar-- At least 50 people were killed and another 30 injured when a magnitude 6.4 earthquake struck southwestern Pakistan near the city of Quetta today, the country's largest ambulance service said. ``The death toll may rise because our ambulances are still coming in,'' Yousuf Jamali, a spokesman for the Edhi Foundation, said by telephone today from Quetta. A landslide in Ziarat, a tourist resort about 100 kilometers (62 miles) east-northeast of Quetta, killed 17 people, Dilawar Hussain Shah, an official at police control in Quetta said, citing reports from local people. More deaths were reported from Pishin town and its neighboring villages, he said. The quake hit at 4:09 a.m. local time in a mountainous region about 60 kilometers north-northeast of Quetta at a depth of 15 kilometers, the U.S. Geological Survey said. The quake hit about 185 kilometers southeast of the city of Kandahar in southern Afghanistan. Quetta, located about 1,500 kilometers southwest of Is...

Earthquake jolts Balochistan, 35 dead

CNews QUETTA: The death toll in earthquake in various parts of Balochistan has reached to 35 as dozens reported wounded in the Wednesday morning temblor in the western province of Pakistan. In Ziarat at least 15 dead bodies have been found from the landslides caused by the tremors. which jolted Balochistan here early Wednesday morning as a quake of six point two magnitude hits northeast of Quetta. Strong earthquake jolted Quetta and it’s vicinity with magnitude 6.2 on Richter scale but no loss of life was reported in preliminary reports. At least 40 person were injured while 17 persons confirmed dead in the quake. According to details, three quake tremors felt in Balochistan near Quetta, one of which was stronger enough to shake the earth for some time. People of the area flee out of their homes in panic and started praying as the temblor shook the earth. Several houses were collapsed in some affected areas. Initial reports suggest that areas of Quetta, Sibi, Bolan, Chaman ,Mastung, Qi...

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