SCBA President Supports Creation of New Provinces
ISLAMABAD: Supreme Court Bar Association (SCBA) President Haroonur Rashid has endorsed the proposal for the creation of new provinces, saying it could improve governance, promote economic development and strengthen political stability in the country. Speaking at a Full Court Reference held at the Supreme Court in honour of Justice Musarrat
Funding Shortage Halts 215MW Madian Hydropower Project
PESHAWAR: Khyber Pakhtunkhwa government has removed the 215-megawatt Madian Hydropower Project from the World Bank-funded Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Hydropower and Renewable Energy Programme due to a lack of additional funds, prolonged delays and rising project costs. The provincial cabinet has approved the decision, which has also been included in the World
PTI Chairman Barrister Gohar’s Mother Passes Away
BUNER: The mother of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) Chairman Barrister Gohar Ali Khan passed away on Saturday. According to reports, Barrister Gohar’s mother died in his native area of Buner. The funeral prayer will be offered later today at 4 pm in Daggar village of district Buner. Barrister Gohar Ali Khan
KP to Spend Rs3B on Digitalising Excise & Tax Departments
PESHAWAR: The Khyber Pakhtunkhwa government has announced development projects worth more than Rs3 billion for the Excise, Taxation and Narcotics Control Department under the Annual Development Programme, aimed at modernising the tax system, strengthening anti-narcotics operations and expanding excise infrastructure in merged districts. According to official documents, the projects comprise
Petrol and Diesel Prices Reduced in Latest Adjustment
ISLAMABAD: The government has announced a reduction in the prices of petroleum products. According to a notification issued by the Petroleum Division, the price of petrol has been reduced by Rs2.20 per litre, bringing the new price to Rs327.62 per litre. The price of high-speed diesel has also been cut
Operation Radd-ul-Fitna 3: Security Forces Eliminate Four BLA Militants in Lasbela
LASBELA: Four militants belonging to the banned Balochistan Liberation Army (BLA) were killed during an intelligence-based operation conducted by security forces in Balochistan’s Lasbela district under Operation Radd-ul-Fitna 3, according to security sources. The sources said the killed militants were allegedly involved in activities aimed at disrupting law and order
‘An Honour to Sign’: PM Shehbaz Reacts to Pakistan-Saudi-Türkiye Defence Pact
ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has welcomed the Makkah Joint Defence Agreement between Pakistan, Saudi Arabia and Türkiye, calling the signing a matter of honour and a significant step toward strengthening cooperation among the three countries. In a statement, the prime minister said it was a privilege to sign the
Private Hajj Goes Digital: Pak Hajj App to Control Packages, Payments and Bookings
ISLAMABAD: The Ministry of Religious Affairs has decided to introduce a new regulatory framework for private Hajj operations, bringing private Hajj services under its direct supervision for the first time, according to sources. Under the proposed system, the private Hajj scheme will be operated through the government’s official Pak Hajj
Section 144 Imposed Across Peshawar Ahead of Independence Day
PESHAWAR: The district administration has imposed Section 144 across Peshawar until August 15 to maintain law and order and ensure the safety of citizens during Independence Day celebrations. According to the Deputy Commissioner’s Office, the restrictions prohibit aerial firing, one-wheeling, and the sale and purchase of toy guns, toy horns
11 Injured in Traffic Accident on DHA Northern Bypass Road in Peshawar
PESHAWAR: At least 11 people, including men, women and children, were injured in a traffic accident on DHA Northern Bypass Road in Peshawar on Friday, Rescue 1122 said. According to Rescue 1122, emergency teams responded promptly to the scene on the instructions of District Emergency Officer Iftikhar Khan and provided
