National Press Club condemns alleged torture, detention of journalist Shahid Qureshi at Sarhad University
ISLAMABAD: The National Press Club Islamabad has expressed serious concern over the torture and detention of young journalist Shahid Qureshi at Sarhad university Islamabad and strongly condemned the incident. According to a statement issued by the press club, journalist Shahid Qureshi was allegedly subjected to a violent attack during a
47 Districts Cross 1 Million Voters — See Which Cities Lead
PESHAWAR: The number of registered voters has surpassed the one-million mark in 47 districts across Pakistan, according to data from the Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP). Lahore has the highest number of registered voters in the country, with 7,414,704 voters, while Islamabad has a total of 1,252,287 registered voters. In
Big Bureaucracy Reshuffle: Federal Government Announces Key Transfers
ISLAMABAD: The federal government has ordered a major reshuffle across the civil service and administrative departments, with several officers transferred and appointed to new positions. The Establishment Division has issued formal notifications detailing the latest changes involving officers from various federal and provincial departments. According to the notifications, a key
Petrol, Diesel Prices Increased — New Rates Announced
ISLAMABAD: The government has announced an increase in the prices of petroleum products for August 26 and 27, with both petrol and diesel becoming more expensive. According to a notification issued by the Petroleum Division, the price of petrol has been increased by Rs1.12 per litre, taking the new price
Afghan Migrants Close Bank Accounts as KP Seeks Approval to Seize Assets
PESHAWAR: Dozens of Afghan migrants residing in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa have reportedly closed their bank accounts and withdrawn their funds amid the ongoing repatriation of undocumented migrants, while the provincial government has sought federal approval regarding the possible seizure of assets belonging to undocumented Afghans living in Peshawar. According to sources,
Public Holiday Alert: Banks Across Pakistan to Remain Closed Tomorrow
ISLAMABAD: The State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) and all commercial banks will remain closed on Wednesday, August 26, on account of the public holiday announced for Eid Milad-un-Nabi. According to an official notification, all offices of the State Bank will remain closed on the occasion of 12 Rabi-ul-Awwal. Commercial banks,
Governor Kundi Calls for Greater Focus on Youth Employment and Digital Awareness
PESHAWAR: Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Governor Faisal Karim Kundi has called for greater cooperation between educational institutions, the government and youth organisations to address the challenges facing young people and fresh graduates across the province. The governor made the remarks during a meeting with a delegation of the Pakistan Youth Vision Parliament,
Rescue 1122 KP Promotes 27 Officers and Officials in Special Ceremony
PESHAWAR: A ceremony was held at the Provincial Headquarters of Rescue 1122 Khyber Pakhtunkhwa in Peshawar to honor officers and officials who have recently been promoted. Secretary Relief, Rehabilitation and Settlement Sohail Khan and Additional Secretary Relief Zia-ur-Rehman attended the ceremony as special guests. Upon their arrival, the distinguished guests
Babar Azam Set for Return in Lord’s Test Against England
LONDON: Pakistan captain Babar Azam is increasingly likely to return to the playing XI for the second Test against England at Lord’s after making encouraging progress from a finger injury. Pakistan bowling coach Umar Gul said Babar had completed a full batting session in the nets and looked confident following
Bannu Peace Committee Chief Involved in Stealing Government Weapons — Investigation Reveals
BANNU: A recent investigation has raised serious allegations against members of a local peace committee in Bannu, including claims of abductions, torture, raids on citizens’ homes, seizure of property and extortion. According to sources and findings attributed to the Pashtun Investigation Team, several incidents involving members of the committee have
