The latest status regarding the internal developments in Iran
Islamabad : The iran Ambassador Said From last night through Sunday afternoon, the country experienced a calm and peaceful situation. Tehran and other major cities, in particular, witnessed no significant disturbances. Internet connectivity was temporarily disrupted due to security consideration and threats posed by terrorists, as well as documented external interference. The wise and discerning Iranian people, fully aware of the enemies’ conspiracies and attempts to destabilize the country, have clearly distanced themselves from terrorists and rioters. As in the past, the Iranian nation will be able to overcome this challenging phase safely, with resilience and steadfastness.
Source:The Patriot
January 11, 2026 16:44 UTC
Shocking revelation
At least 1.6 million Britons used weight-loss injections last year, a new survey has found. Weight-loss drugs such as Vegovi and Monjaro have become increasingly popular, with many people buying them without a prescription to help them lose weight. A survey of 5,260 people by researchers at University College London estimated that 3.3 million people are expected to use weight-loss drugs this year. The survey found that 2.9% of people said they had used GLP-1 drugs to help them lose weight. Of these, 15% were using drugs that were not licensed for the purpose.
Source:The Patriot
January 11, 2026 16:44 UTC
Trump says US 'ready to help' as Iran unrest grows
WASHINGTON- US president says Iranians ‘looking at freedom’ while Tehran accuses Washington, Tel Aviv of fomenting protestsUS President Donald Trump said on Saturday that Iranians were “looking at freedom,” as protests continued to spread across the country, adding that Washington was ready to offer support. “Iran is looking at FREEDOM, perhaps like never before,” Trump wrote on his social media platform, Truth Social. “The USA stands ready to help!! !”Iran has witnessed waves of protests since late December, largely due to a steep decline in the value of the Iranian rial and deteriorating economic conditions. On Friday, Trump said Iran was “in big trouble” as unrest grew, adding that Washington was closely monitoring developments and warning authorities against using lethal force against protesters.
Source:The Patriot
January 11, 2026 16:44 UTC
Groom among four killed in Jamrud traffic accident
JAMRUD : A tragic traffic accident in Jamrud claimed the lives of four people, including a groom. In the Jamrud area of Khyber district, a collision between a car and a truck resulted in the deaths of four people, including the groom, while one person was injured. The groom was returning from a salon along with his friends when the accident occurred. According to rescue officials, the deceased were identified as Mansoor son of Abdul Qadir, Nauman son of Mujeeb, Suhail, and Zarrab son of Khushdil. Police cordoned off the accident site, collected evidence, and have launched further investigations to determine the cause of the accident.
Source:The Patriot
January 11, 2026 16:44 UTC
Investigation launched into chaos dur
LAHORE : The Punjab Police have formally initiated an investigation into the disruption that occurred during Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Chief Minister Sohail Afridi’s visit to the Punjab Assembly. The Punjab Assembly Secretariat has been informed about the proceedings. Earlier, the report prepared by a committee formed by Punjab Assembly Speaker Malik Muhammad Ahmad Khan was sent to the IG Punjab. The report also mentioned that the name of a convicted individual, Haider Majeed, was included in the list provided by the opposition. Statements from assembly security personnel present at the time have been recorded by the Assembly Secretariat for further review.
Source:The Patriot
January 11, 2026 16:44 UTC
Alleged voice note of Rajab Butt's wife
Karachi: A leaked voice note of Pakistani YouTuber Rajab Butt’s wife Iman Rajab with her mother-in-law has been leaked. In the leaked voice note, Iman Rajab is heard crying and talking to her mother-in-law, in which she requests not to mention her son Keyvan in her vlogs. In the voice note, Iman also says that she knows everything about the safety of her child and does not want to see him harmed in any way. Some users expressed concern over the leak of the voice note, questioning who and why made this private conversation public. This matter has taken a new turn in the family disputes between Rajab Butt and Iman Rajab, which is being vigorously debated on social media.
Source:The Patriot
January 11, 2026 16:44 UTC
Scheduled meeting between KP, Sindh CMs cancelled
KARACHI – The scheduled meeting of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Chief Minister Sohail Afridi with Sindh Chief Minister Murad Ali Shah has been cancelled. According to sources at the Chief Minister’s House, the meeting between the two Chief Ministers was scheduled for Monday. The meeting was cancelled due to the Sindh Chief Minister’s busy schedule. The Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Chief Minister has been informed about the cancellation of the meeting. It should be noted that the Chief Minister of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa is in Sindh on a 3-day visit.
Source:The Patriot
January 11, 2026 16:44 UTC
Clean, Green Sindh
Tando Jam (Staff Reporter): The Sindh Solid Waste Management Board (SSWMB) continues to carry forward the mission of Bilawal Bhutto Zardari and Aseefa Bhutto Zardari to make Sindh clean and green, while promoting women’s empowerment. Under his vision, SSWMB aims to promote environmental awareness, proper waste management, and community participation across the province, ensuring that future generations inherit a healthier and greener Sindh. Under this initiative, SSWMB has launched an “Awareness Campaign” across the districts of Sindh. During the event, the SSWMB team educated students about proper waste management practices. Art projects created by the students became the center of attention, showcasing creativity while reinforcing the message of cleanliness and environmental awareness.
Source:The Patriot
January 11, 2026 16:00 UTC
Iran says it will target Israeli
Tehran: Amid ongoing protests in Iran and concerns over possible US intervention, the Iranian parliament held an extraordinary session. The session discussed Iran’s response and national security in the event of a US attack. Iranian Parliament Speaker Mohammad Baqer said that if the US attacks Iran, it will definitely be responded to and, if necessary, US bases in Israel and the region will also be targeted. He alleged that the US and Israel are behind the recent riots in Iran. On the other hand, according to Israeli media, Israel is on high alert in view of possible US intervention.
Source:The Patriot
January 11, 2026 14:32 UTC
PCB also decided to sell Multan Sultans immediately.
Lahore: A major development has come to light in the case of PSL franchise Multan Sultans, PCB has also decided to sell the Multan Sultans team immediately. The PCB is expected to get a huge amount from the sale of Multan Sultans. Earlier, the PCB had announced to run Multan Sultans on its own for one year in the current season. The former owner of Multan Sultans, Ali Tareen, can also participate in the open bidding and become the new owner of Multan Sultans after fulfilling the conditions of the advertisement. Multan Sultans will also be in action with a new owner in PSL season 11.
Source:The Patriot
January 11, 2026 14:32 UTC
Sindh and KP Chief Ministers deny
Karachi: There is still confusion over the news regarding the cancellation of the meeting between Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Chief Minister Sohail Afridi and the Sindh Chief Minister. PTI leader Haleem Adil Sheikh, while talking to Express News, clarified that no official information has been received regarding the cancellation of the meeting. Haleem Adil Sheikh said that information is being received through the media that the Sindh Chief Minister has canceled the meeting with Sohail Afridi, however, the Sindh government has not been officially informed in this regard. He said that the meeting between the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Chief Minister and the Sindh Chief Minister is scheduled for Monday.
Source:The Patriot
January 11, 2026 14:32 UTC
Pakistan is also ready to host Bangladesh
Lahore: Pakistan is also ready to host the matches of the Bangladesh team in the ICC T20 World Cup. According to sources, due to the shortage of grounds in Sri Lanka, all the grounds of Pakistan are available to host these matches. The Bangladesh Cricket Board has refused to go to India for security reasons. After the Pakistani team refused, the ICC has already scheduled all Pakistan’s matches in Sri Lanka. According to Bangladesh Cricket Board President Aminul Islam Bulbul, they have written and sent their concerns in detail to the ICC, and are now waiting for their response.
Source:The Patriot
January 11, 2026 14:32 UTC
Agreement to provide free medicines to cancer patients in Pakistan Archives
A ceremony was held to sign an agreement to provide free medicines to cancer patients under a public-private partnership. Giving a briefing at the ceremony, the Federal Health Secretary said that free medicines will be provided to cancer patients in Islamabad, Azad Kashmir and Gilgit-Baltistan. The medicines will be provided in joint cooperation with the […]
Source:The Patriot
January 11, 2026 12:17 UTC
Newlyweds among eight killed i
ISLAMABAD :At least eight people were killed, including newlyweds, and 12 injured in a gas cylinder explosion in Islamabad’s G-7/2 sector during wedding event, on Sunday. The injured were taken to the Pakistan Institute of Medical Sciences (PIMS), where an emergency was declared to ensure immediate medical treatment. Deputy Commissioner Yousaf said the rescue operation had been completed and no one remained trapped under the rubble. He added that sniffer dogs and modern equipment were used during the search operation to ensure all victims were recovered. Islamabad Police said Deputy Inspector General Muhammad Jawad Tariq reached the site and personally supervised the ongoing rescue operation.
Source:The Patriot
January 11, 2026 11:18 UTC
Global Urban Growth
The extent to which the Global South will be at the center of the world’s growing urbanization is highlighted in the UN’s World Urbanization Prospects report 2025. For example, the research notes that around 60% of the land that has been transformed into urban areas since 1970 was formerly fertile farmland. This has manifested as urban sprawl in Pakistan, where expanding housing societies are engulfing agricultural land. Those who abandon farming or are uprooted by urban sprawl frequently wind up living in metropolitan areas. The general helplessness of local administrations, whether urban and rural, contributes to and exacerbates the problems produced by poor data.
Source:The Patriot
January 10, 2026 20:10 UTC