Hajj 2027: Applications Delayed as Major Changes Announced
ISLAMABAD: The date for receiving applications for Pakistan’s Hajj 2027 government and private schemes has been revised, with the process now scheduled to begin on August 18 instead of August 17, according to sources in the Ministry of Religious Affairs. Hajj applications and payments will be accepted through Habib Bank
BBC Criticized for Promoting Sexual Topics ‘Just for Views’
ISLAMABAD: The BBC has come under criticism from some Pakistani readers over its coverage and promotion of reports involving highly sensitive and private sexual matters, with critics questioning whether such content serves a genuine public interest or is being used primarily to attract views and clicks. The criticism has emerged
Who Killed TikToker Gilamana? Police Reveal Key Details in Case
TAXILA: Police have named three suspects in the murder case of TikToker Shamsu, also known as Gilamana Ayesha, who was shot dead in Taxila two days ago. According to police, the three suspects nominated in the case are from Dir district of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. Gilamana Ayesha was also originally from
Major Update for Students as KP Education Department Responds to Viral Holiday Notice
PESHAWAR: The Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) Elementary and Secondary Education Department has rejected a viral notification claiming that summer vacations in schools across the province have been extended until August 31. According to the fake notification going viral on social media, the schools will continue to be closed up to the
Nimra Khan and Zain Hamid Confirm Divorce Three Months after Marriage
ISLAMABAD: Pakistani actress Nimra Khan and her former husband, UK-based pilot Zain Hamid, have confirmed their divorce, just three months after their marriage. Hamid confirmed the separation in an Instagram post, saying he divorced Khan on July 17 due to personal differences and differing priorities. The couple had married in
Why is Karoline Leavitt Stepping Down? Conflicting Claims Emerge
WASHINGTON: A new claim has emerged over the reasons behind White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt’s decision to leave her post at the end of August, after an Iranian embassy accused her of resigning because of disillusionment with US President Donald Trump. The Iranian Embassy in South Africa made the
Bangladesh Make History in Australia as Captain Celebrates Landmark Victory
SYDNEY: Bangladesh captain Najmul Hossain Shanto has described his side’s historic nine-wicket victory over Australia in the first Test as the biggest win in the team’s history across any format. The Bangladesh team shocked the top ranked Australia to gain an upper hand in the two-match Test series held in
KP’s Digital Work Gets Global Recognition—Details Here
PESHAWAR: The Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Information Technology Board (KPITB) has been selected for the ASOCIO Digital Government Award 2026, recognising the province’s progress in digital governance and technology-based public services. In this connection an awarding giving ceremony will be held in Jakarta, Indonesia, during the ASOCIO summit scheduled to be held
New ‘Paigham-e-Aman’ Committee in KP—Why It Matters
PESHAWAR: The Khyber Pakhtunkhwa government has setup a provincial level ‘Paigham-e-Aman Committee’ to promote peace, tolerance and harmony among different communities and schools of thought. According to an official notification issued here on Sunday, the committee was formed with the approval of Chief Minister Sohail Afridi, with Maulana Muhammad Tayyib
What Happened to Shahid Afridi’s Dog?
ISLAMABAD: Former Pakistan cricket captain Shahid Afridi’s pet dog Max has gone missing in Islamabad and he appealed to the public for help. Please help bring Max home, Shahid Afridi appealed to anyone, urging if someone finds his missing pup, keep him safe and reach out. The Pakistani former cricketer
