Swat admin issues threat alert for schools, other educational institutions
SWAT: The Swat Deputy Commissioner has issued a threat alert for all educational institutions across the district, directing administrations to tighten security arrangements in view of the prevailing situation. According to an official letter issued by the deputy commissioner, Swat, on Tuesday, universities, colleges and schools, particularly girls’ schools, have
Plea bargain granted to key suspect in Kohistan financial case
PESHAWAR (Kashifuddin Syed): A significant development has emerged in the Rs38 billion Kohistan financial scandal, as the chairman of the National Accountability Bureau (NAB) has approved a plea bargain request from a key accused in the case. Sources indicate that the accused, Mumtaz, currently in NAB custody, has requested a
Heavy snowfall: Roads to KP tourist destinations closed to traffic
PESHAWAR: The upper parts of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, including Galiyat, Naran, Kaghan, Shangla, Swat, Kalam, Chitral, and Dir Upper, received heavy snowfall, resulting in the blockage of key roads following a fresh spell of snow. Under the direction of the Provincial Government of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, the Galiyat Development Authority (GDA) is
KP govt sets new rules for employee CP Fund accounts
PESHAWAR (Muhammad Ijaz Afridi): The Khyber Pakhtunkhwa government has made it mandatory for all government employees participating in the contributory pension scheme, known as the CP Fund, to register accounts with approved asset management companies. Failure to register by the specified deadline may result in the withholding of their salaries.
‘Wazir 1’ tops KP choice number plate auction in Peshawar
PESHAWAR: A spectacular auction of personalised “Marks Choice” vehicle number plates was held at Nishtar Hall here, drawing strong public interest and fetching record-breaking bids for several premium numbers. According to officials, the auction witnessed enthusiastic participation, with many choice number plates sold at exceptionally high prices. The number plate
Pakistan defeats New Zealand by 8 wickets in under 19
HARARE: Pakistan defeated New Zealand by eight wickets in the Under-19 World Cup. The thrilling match was played at Harare on Tuesday. Abdul Subhan and Sameer Minhas led Pakistan to a convincing eight-wicket triumph over New Zealand in the 29th match of the Men’s Under-19 World Cup. In the match
Khawaja Asif criticises KP govt for shifting failures onto army
ISLAMABAD: Defence Minister Khawaja Asif announced that migration from Tirah has begun during the snowfall in the valleys along the Afghanistan border, and it continues for several months. Meanwhile, families typically leave one or two members at home. During a crucial news conference flanked by Information Minister Atta Tarar and
Khyber Pakhtunkhwa CM pens letter to PM Shehbaz on key matter
PESHAWAR: Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Chief Minister Muhammad Sohail Khan Afridi has sent a formal letter to the Prime Minister of Pakistan, Mian Shahbaz Sharif, expressing serious concerns over the federal government’s ongoing failure to disburse constitutionally owed financial amounts. In the letter, the Chief Minister emphasises that Khyber Pakhtunkhwa is facing
Senior police officers reshuffled in KP
PESHAWAR: The Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Police have ordered the transfer and posting of two senior officers in the public interest with immediate effect. According to a notification issued by the Central Police Office (CPO), the transfers were made under sub-section (4) of Section of the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Police Act, 2017, exercising the
FACT CHECK: The truth behind the Tirah relocation vs political propaganda
PESHAWAR: As operations intensify in the strategic Tirah Valley, a wave of conflicting narratives have emerged. While some political circles have characterised the movement of residents as a “forced evacuation,” a detailed look at the facts reveals a process rooted in local jirga decisions, precision security strategies, and a significant
