Saudi Arabia strikes Houthi-held Hodeidah, Yemeni group says
Saudi Arabia has launched strikes on Yemen’s Houthi-held city of Hodeidah, the group’s Foreign Ministry has said, in the latest escalation of the conflict amid the regional war between the United States and Iran. The ministry warned that the attack late on Friday will prove costly for Riyadh, suggesting that
KP youth faced with growing frustration due to lack of Jobs
PESHAWAR: Thousands of educated young people across Khyber Pakhtunkhwa are staring at an uncertain future as unemployment continues to rise in the province. With government hiring nearly frozen and limited opportunities in the private sector, graduates are left with degrees in hand but no clear path forward. The growing frustration
PDMA issues alert as rain, strong winds forecast for KP
PESHAWAR: The Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Provincial Disaster Management Authority (PDMA) has issued a weather alert to all district administrations, warning of rain, strong winds and thunderstorms across various parts of the province from July 24 to July 27. According to the PDMA, there is a risk of landslides in the upper
FBR announces 52-hour maintenance shutdown of key online systems
ISLAMABAD: The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has announced a scheduled maintenance and upgrade of its key digital platforms, during which several online tax services will remain temporarily unavailable for more than two days. According to an official statement, the maintenance will begin at 12:30am on Saturday, August 8, 2026,
Global oil prices sees fresh decline
Global crude oil prices fell by more than 2% during trading on Friday, according to a Bloomberg report, despite persistent concerns over inflation and geopolitical tensions. US West Texas Intermediate (WTI) crude for September delivery dropped $2.28, or 2.47%, to settle at $89.91 per barrel, while Brent crude for September
Federal govt decides to import one million tonnes of wheat immediately
ISLAMABAD: The federal government has decided to immediately import one million tonnes of wheat to ensure adequate supplies across the country and maintain stability in the domestic market. According to the Ministry of National Food Security and Research, the decision was taken during a consultative meeting between the federal government
Tomato prices cross Rs400 per Kg in Peshawar as vegetable costs soar
PESHAWAR: Vegetable prices have surged across Khyber Pakhtunkhwa following recent floods and heavy rains, with tomato prices crossing Rs400 per kilogram and reaching as high as Rs500 per kg in some retail markets. The sharp increase has added to the financial burden on consumers, who are already grappling with rising
Poor road infrastructure continues to hit tourism in Kalash valley
CHITRAL: Chitral’s internationally renowned Kalash Valley, which attracts thousands of domestic and foreign tourists each year for its breathtaking landscapes, unique culture and centuries-old traditions, continues to face accessibility challenges due to poor road infrastructure. According to local residents and visitors, several stretches of the road leading to the valley
PTI announces new venue for August 5 rally
PESHAWAR: Pakistan Tehreek-i-Insaf (PTI) has changed the venue for its planned August 5 public rally, shifting it to an open ground near the Peshawar Motorway to facilitate public participation, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Chief Minister Sohail Afridi announced. The decision was made during a meeting of the PTI parliamentary party held at
Khyber Pakhtunkhwa police undergoes major administrative reshuffle
PESHAWAR: The Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Police has announced a major reshuffle of its senior command, with the Inspector General of Police (IGP) ordering the transfer and posting of 12 officers with immediate effect in what the department described as a move made in the public interest. According to the notification, SP
