A once-in-a-lifetime event: Ramadan will be seen twice in 2030
RIYADH: The holy month of Ramadan will be witnessed twice by Muslims worldwide within a single Gregorian year in 2030, as per an ultra-rare event. As Saudi astronomer Khalid Al-Zaqaq expressed in words, such a heavenly event is an occurrence that takes place once every 30-33 years. The cause of
Pat Cummins to miss first Ashes Test due to injury
ISLAMABAD: The Australian Test captain Pat Cummins, due to a back injury, will not play in the first Ashes Test against England. Steve Smith will lead the side in the opening Test of the five-Test series, which is due to commence on November 21 in Perth. Head coach Andrew McDonald
Ex-minister Amjad Ali accuses NAB of issuing unlawful notices, seeks investigation
PESHAWAR: Former provincial minister and PTI MPA Dr. Amjad Ali has accused the National Accountability Bureau (NAB) of issuing illegal notices, containing baseless allegations him and his family members. Dr. Amjad Ali said in his statement that not only did NAB lack the authority, but also it was an outright
Sugar prices skyrocket to Rs 210 per kg in Peshawar
PESHAWAR: Government measures aimed at curbing the price hike of sugar across Pakistan have seemingly been in vain, as prices have again peaked at Rs 210 per kg in Peshawar, the highest in the nation. According to statistics released by the Pakistan Bureau of Statistics (PBS), the sugar price in
Anas Mallick: Taliban unwilling to sign anti-terror pact, talks at risk
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan’s talks with the Taliban, aimed at reaching an agreement, are struggling to deal with serious issues, and the conversation on the third day is said to be about collapse. Anas Mallick, a senior journalist, tweeted that the militant group was unwilling to stop attacks in their areas
CM Afridi meets Corps Commander alone: Did he seek Imran Khan’s permission?
PESHAWAR: An important one-on-one meeting was held between Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Chief Minister Sohail Afridi and Corps Commander Peshawar, Lt. Gen. Umar Ahmed Bukhari, at the CM Secretariat to discuss the province’s law and order situation and the recent terror incidents. According to reports, the meeting encompassed not only the security
State bank keeps policy rate unchanged at 11pc
The State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) announced on Monday that it will maintain the key interest rate at 11 per cent. This decision comes as policymakers consider the effects of recent flooding and rising food prices on inflation. In a statement shared via social media platform X, the SBP noted
Vehicle of KP governor’s media advisor snatched at gunpoint in Karachi
KARACHI: The Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) governor, Faisal Karim Kundi’s media advisor’s car was reportedly snatched at gunpoint in Karachi FB area, police said on Monday. According to the police, the vehicle of Ali Ayub, media advisor to Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Governor Faisal Karim Kundi, was reportedly snatched at gunpoint in Karachi.
KP government removes secretary of forest and environment
By: Muhammad Ijaz Afridi PESHAWAR: The Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) government has removed Shahid Zaman from his position as Secretary of the Department of Environment, Forests, Wildlife, and Climate Change. He has been instructed to report immediately to the Establishment Division in Islamabad for new responsibilities. This decision follows a notification
MDCAT 2025: Only 53% of candidates qualify for MBBS in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa
By: Andaleeb Rani PESHAWAR: In the recent Medical and Dental Colleges Admission Test (MDCAT) 2025, only 53 per cent of candidates have qualified Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS) in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. Khyber Medical University (KMU) Peshawar released the results of Medical and Dental Colleges Admission Test (MDCAT) 2025
