PTI Protest Shuts Peshawar-Islamabad Motorway, Stranding Thousands and Hurting KP Economy

February 17, 2026

PTI Protest Shuts Peshawar-Islamabad Motorway, Stranding Thousands and Hurting KP Economy

PTI activists have blocked the key Peshawar-Islamabad Motorway since last Friday, causing major traffic jams and business losses in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. The closure demands treatment for Imran Khan. Nearby roads are overcrowded, causing hours-long delays for commuters and rising food prices in Peshawar.

Gujranwala Police Arrest Serial Killer of Woman, Children, and Boy in Multiple Attacks

February 17, 2026

Gujranwala Police Arrest Serial Killer of Woman, Children, and Boy in Multiple Attacks

Gujranwala police caught a serial killer involved in four murders. The suspect killed a woman, her two kids, and a 13-year-old boy to steal valuables. He tried fleeing but was caught during investigation.

Three Policemen Martyred in Shangla, Two Killed in Bannu IED Blast

February 17, 2026

Three Policemen Martyred in Shangla, Two Killed in Bannu IED Blast

Three policemen died in a clash with terrorists in Shangla, while an IED blast near a police station in Bannu killed two and injured 17. Security forces responded quickly and started search operations.

India Seizes Three U.S.-Sanctioned Iran-Linked Oil Tankers Amid Tightened Maritime Surveillance

February 17, 2026

India Seizes Three U.S.-Sanctioned Iran-Linked Oil Tankers Amid Tightened Maritime Surveillance

India seized three U.S.-sanctioned oil tankers linked to Iran and increased coastal surveillance to stop illegal oil trade. The vessels changed identities frequently to avoid detection and were captured near Mumbai.

Train Derails in Swiss Alps Injuring Five Amid Avalanche Warning

February 17, 2026

Train Derails in Swiss Alps Injuring Five Amid Avalanche Warning

A train derailed near Goppenstein, Switzerland, injuring five people amid heavy snowfall and avalanche risks. Rescue teams investigate as avalanches threaten the Alps region.