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
Saudi FM Hails Pakistan-Türkiye Defence Pact as Key to Regional Stability
MAKKAH: Saudi Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan has said the newly signed joint defence agreement between Saudi Arabia, Pakistan and Türkiye will help promote regional peace and have positive implications for the wider region. Reacting to the agreement, Prince Faisal said the pact reflects the strong strategic ties between
Bad News for Electricity Consumers: Another Tariff Shock Announced
ISLAMABAD: The National Electric Power Regulatory Authority (NEPRA) has approved an increase in electricity prices across Pakistan under the monthly fuel cost adjustment mechanism. According to the notification, electricity tariffs have been increased by Rs 0.75 per unit, with the adjustment set to be applied in consumers’ electricity bills for
Good News for Tourists: Saif-ul-Malook Road Opens Again
PESHAWAR: The road leading to the scenic Saif-ul-Malook Lake has been reopened for tourists after improvement in weather conditions, the district administration announced. According to officials, a formal notification has been issued allowing visitors to travel on the lake road from 9 am to 4 pm daily. The road was
PIA Announces One-Month Basic Salary Bonus for Employees
ISLAMABAD: The Pakistan International Airlines Corporation Limited (PIACL) Board of Directors has approved a bonus equivalent to one basic salary for employees, marking the first major employee-related decision after the airline’s privatisation process. The decision was taken during the board’s 102nd meeting, which was also the first meeting held after
KP’s First Female SC Judge Justice Musarrat Hilali Retires After Historic Career
ISLAMABAD: Justice Musarrat Hilali, the first woman from Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) to serve as a judge of the Supreme Court and the first female Chief Justice of the Peshawar High Court, retired from office on Thursday. A full court reference was held at the Supreme Court to honour her distinguished
Pakistan-Saudi Arabia-Türkiye Defence Pact a Geopolitical Setback for India, Says Former Indian Ambassador
NEW DELHI: Former Indian ambassador to the United Nations T.S. Tirumurti has described the defence agreement between Pakistan, Saudi Arabia and Türkiye as a major geopolitical setback for India, saying the emerging partnership could reshape the regional balance. Sharing a post by Indian journalist Siddhant Sibal on social media platform
KP Assembly Approves Amendment Bill Revising Lawmakers’ Privileges and Entitlements
PESHAWAR: The Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) Assembly has approved an amendment bill related to the privileges, powers and entitlements of provincial lawmakers, including changes concerning blue passports, arms licences and penalties related to journalists. The amendment bill was presented in the assembly by ruling party member Ikramullah Ghazi and was passed
Gold Price Alert: Pakistan’s Gold Market Sees Massive Surge
ISLAMABAD: Gold prices in Pakistan witnessed another sharp increase on Friday, with the price of one tola of 24-karat gold rising by Rs26,400 over the past three days amid gains in both local and international markets. According to the All Pakistan Sarafa Association, the rate of 24 carat gold has
411 Appointments, Rs400 Million Monthly Burden: Gomal University’s Biggest Hiring Controversy Explained
DERA ISMAIL KHAN: The controversy surrounding 411 permanent appointments made at Gomal University during the past year has intensified, with questions being raised over their legal status, financial implications and the procedure followed in the recruitment process. While critics have demanded a thorough investigation into the matter, the university administration
