The Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) started on a bullish note on Tuesday as the benchmark index regained the 179,000-point level in early trade.

Market statistics showed the KSE-100 Index jumped over 900 points in early trade to 179,405 points.

Market observers said the move was buoyed by restored investor confidence after last session’s turmoil.

The index had closed lower on the last trading day, down 450 points to 178,471 points.

The Pakistan Stock Exchange witnessed a comeback in market confidence as trading started for the second business day of the week with early gains.

— Security forces stopped a major terrorist conspiracy in Balochistan’s Panjgur district in a timely and information based response, security sources said.

The operation was undertaken in the Jirak area on the basis of secret information and a considerable quantity of weapons and communication equipment was recovered, security sources said. During the operation, the police seized 4 rocket fuses and many improvised explosive devices (IEDs) from a vehicle.

Security officials stated the explosive supplies were intended to be used in a possible large-scale terrorist attack, which was being prepared in the region.

They noted that the prompt and professional action by the security forces had prevented serious destruction and protected the area from a possible catastrophe.

This successful operation is a clear sign that the security forces are still a formidable barrier against the anti-peace groups in Balochistan, claimed the security forces.

Comedian Ali Gul Pir has announced the joyous news that he and his wife Dr Azeemah Nakhoda have had their baby son Salar Gul Pir.

He announced the birth on Instagram and also wished himself a Happy Father’s Day!

In his message, Ali wrote that he loved his new born son and praised his wife calling her the greatest blessing in his life.

He added, “From the second I held Salar for the very first time, I wanted to give him all the happiness in the world and protect him from every pain.

“Life won’t always be easy for my son,” Ali said as well. There will be sad times, there will be hard times, and there will be lessons to learn.

But he swore he would always be there for his son, support him and love him as a parent.

The touching letter accompanied images Ali posted from the hospital, precious family moments and their journey home with newborn Salar.

Many celebrities and fans have congratulated the newlyweds. Actress Hira Khan commended Ali saying that he would be a fantastic father. Actress Aiman Khan also wished her the best.

Salar’s birth is a wonderful and happy new chapter in Ali Gul Pir’s life as he celebrates first Father’s Day as a parent.