Peace committee, police reach 11-point agreement to maintain peace in Bannu
BANNU: 11-point agreement has been reached between the peace committee and the police department to maintain peace and combat terrorism in Bannu. Under the agreement, members of the peace committee will be required to fully cooperate with the police and the Counter Terrorism Department (CTD) in efforts against terrorism. The
PDMA issues alert in upper KP districts over potential glacier melting
PESHAWAR: The Provincial Disaster Management Authority (PDMA) Khyber Pakhtunkhwa has issued an alert for upper districts of the province over the potential risk of increased glacier melting. According to the authority, rising temperatures and intermittent rainfall expected from August 31 to September 4 could accelerate glacier melting, increasing the volume
Easy way to appeal against wrong E-challan
Lahore Traffic Police has explained an easy procedure for citizens to appeal against incorrectly issued e-challans, allowing motorists to challenge disputed tickets online without visiting a traffic police office. According to Lahore Traffic Police, citizens who believe they have received a wrong e-challan can challenge it through the online review
What benefits will Pakistani workers receive in Saudi Arabia?
ISLAMABAD: Important information has been issued regarding end-of-service benefits available to Pakistani workers employed in Saudi Arabia, along with circumstances under which an employment contract may be terminated. According to the Bureau of Emigration and Overseas Employment (BEOE), employees completing up to five years of service are entitled to end-of-service
Want to Work Abroad? Here’s How Pakistanis Can Find Verified Jobs
ISLAMABAD: A large number of Pakistani young people aspire to seek employment abroad, but many job seekers fall victim to fraudsters who exploit their desire to work overseas by making false promises of foreign jobs. For Pakistanis looking for employment abroad, the Bureau of Emigration and Overseas Employment (BEOE) provides
New Pakistani Passport to Get Advanced Security Upgrade
ISLAMABAD: The government has taken important decisions regarding the preparation of a new passport booklet equipped with advanced security features, according to officials. Director General Immigration and Passports Muhammad Ali Randhawa, accompanied by his team, visited the Pakistan Security Printing Corporation in Karachi to review preparations for the new travel
KP Livestock at Risk as Lumpy Skin and Foot-and-Mouth Diseases Spread
PESHAWAR: Lumpy skin disease and foot-and-mouth disease are reportedly spreading rapidly among livestock in several parts of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP), particularly Peshawar, prompting concern among livestock farmers and calls for immediate government intervention. The Livestock Farmers Welfare Association Khyber Pakhtunkhwa has expressed serious concern over the spread of the diseases,
IHC Moved to Regulate Social Media Use by Children Under 16
ISLAMABAD: The Islamabad High Court (IHC) has been approached with a petition seeking legislation to regulate social media use by children under the age of 16 and strengthen safeguards for their online safety. The petition was filed through High Court lawyers Muhammad Jalal Haider and Yahya Farid Khawaja, seeking effective
Subsidized Flour Scheme Launched in Kohat, 20kg Bag Priced at Rs2,520
KOHAT: The Government of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa has launched a Subsidised Flour Scheme in Kohat district, offering a 20-kilogram bag at a fixed price of Rs2,520. The scheme is being implemented through 64 approved dealers across the district to provide affordable flour to consumers, the administration said. Customers will be required
16 Years Later, Pakistan Suffer Test Defeat at Lord’s as England Seal Series
LONDON: Pakistan suffered a 194-run defeat against England in the second Test at Lord’s on Sunday, allowing the hosts to take an unassailable 2-0 lead in the three-match series. Chasing a target of 389 runs, Pakistan were bowled out for 194 in their second innings. Saud Shakeel was Pakistan’s top
