Governor Visits Wali Bagh: Kundi Says KP Must Be Known for Peace, Not Terrorism
CHARSADDA: Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Governor Faisal Karim Kundi has said the decision to impose governor’s rule was a difficult one, saying ‘fight against terrorism is on top’. Speaking to the media at Wali Bagh, Kundi said the province was ahead with major challenges and stressed the need for collective efforts to
Pakistan Take on Sri Lanka Tomorrow
RAWALPINDI: All is set for Pakistan and Sri Lanka to face each other in the opening match of the ODI tri-nation series at Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium (tomorrow) Sunday. The match will begin at 1pm with the toss at 12:30pm, marking the start of the seven-match tournament featuring Pakistan, Sri Lanka
KP Schools to Undergo Safety Inspections
PESHAWAR: In the wake of the unfortunate roof collapse incident at a private school in Peshawar, the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Elementary and Secondary Education Department has directed the relevant authorities to take immediate measures to ensure the safety of school buildings and protect students and staff. In the first phase, a
Better Late Than Never: Nawaz Sharif Backs Emergency in KP
LONDON: Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) President Nawaz Sharif has defended the imposition of emergency and governor’s rule in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, saying the decision was necessary and should have been taken earlier to address the province’s worsening law and order situation. Speaking during a meeting in London, Nawaz said the situation
Gold Prices Drop, What Is the New Rate?
PESHAWAR: The price of gold in Pakistan and the global market witnessed a decline, a day after a slight hike. On Saturday, the price of 24-karat gold per tola fell by Rs1,600, bringing the new rate to Rs439,036, according to the All Pakistan Sarafa Gems and Jewellers Association. Similarly, the
Why Has Actor Imran Abbas Quit Showbiz?
ISLAMABAD: Pakistani actor and model Imran Abbas has said he stopped working in television dramas two to three years ago and is now focusing on real estate and construction projects in Islamabad. Imran Abbas is among Pakistan’s well-known television actors. He gained widespread recognition for his role as Hammad in
Police Register FIR Against Deputy Speaker Over Official Vehicle
PESHAWAR: Police have registered a case against Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Assembly Deputy Speaker Suriya Bibi for allegedly failing to return an official vehicle belonging to the Upper Chitral district administration. According to the First Information Report (FIR), the case was registered under Section 406 of the Pakistan Penal Code, which deals
Hope for Peace and Development: Govt Notifies 48-Member Council for 12 KP Districts
PESHAWAR: The federal government has issued a notification finalising the names of 48 members of the Area Representative and Development Council (ARDC) for 12 designated districts of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa to support peace, good governance and development. As per the notification issued here on Saturday said that the council aims to
Pakistan, Iran Discuss Border Reopening
QUETTA: To reopen the Pak-Iran border, officials from the two the countries held high-level talks that were described as highly positive. According to details, Pakistan-Iran border is an important trade route connecting businesses and communities. Cross-border trade includes food items, fruits, vegetables and other essential commodities. During the latest talks,
Rs222bn Audit Findings Put Asad Mahmood’s Tenure in Focus
ISLAMABAD: Financial irregularities amounting to Rs222 billion reported when JUI-F chief Maulana Fazlur Rehman’s son, Asad Mahmood, was serving as federal minister for communications and Pakistan postal service department during 2022-23. The audit report has highlighted serious questions over recruitment, procurement, banking arrangements and the use of private courier companies,
