Kaghan Valley to Host Three-Day Tourism Festival to Boost Travel and Culture
MANSEHRA: The Khyber Pakhtunkhwa government has announced plans to hold a three-day “Kaghan Festival” in the scenic Kaghan Valley as part of efforts to promote tourism and showcase the region’s cultural heritage. A MoU regarding this event has already been signed, it was revealed by the officials. Malik Adil Iqbal,
Mobile Phone Alert: PTA Warns Against Buying Illegal Devices in Pakistan
ISLAMABAD: The Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) has issued an important advisory for mobile phone buyers, warning them against purchasing unregistered or unauthorized devices. According to the PTA, mobile phones that are not approved or registered under its Device Identification, Registration and Blocking System (DIRBS) are automatically blocked from use in
Absar Alam Reports Ban on JAAC to Remain in Place
ISLAMABAD: Senior Journalist Absar Alam reported, citing official sources, that the ban on the Joint Awaami Action Committee (JAAC) will remain in place, with authorities stating that no relaxation will be granted and previously registered cases will not be withdrawn under any circumstances. He maintained that the government’s position remains
Global Crude Oil Prices Fall Further in International Market
LONDON: Global crude oil prices fell further in international trading on Thursday, extending a recent downward trend driven by easing geopolitical tensions and shifting supply-demand dynamics. Benchmark Brent crude declined to $72.91 per barrel, while West Texas Intermediate (WTI) slipped to $69.63 per barrel. The Abu Dhabi benchmark Murban crude
Pakistan Protests Against BBC Urdu for ‘False News’ Story on AJK
ISLAMABAD: The Ministry of Information and Broadcasting has lodged a formal protest and official complaint with BBC Urdu over what it described as the publication of “fake news” regarding Azad Jammu and Kashmir (AJK). According to a ministry’s statement, the report was based on unverified and unsubstantiated allegations and completely
President Zardari Approves Finance Bill 2026–27
ISLAMABAD: President Asif Ali Zardari has formally approved the Finance Bill 2026–27, completing the final step for its implementation after parliamentary approval. As reported by the government sources, the Finance Bill was presented for the approval of the President through the recommendation of the Prime Minister after its passage in
Good News for Public: Petrol Prices to Likely Drop Again in Coming Weeks
ISLAMABAD: Petroleum prices in Pakistan are likely to see further decreases in the upcoming weeks as government officials are signalling continuous decreases in petroleum prices in the country due to stabilization in international oil markets. Speaking during a television interview on a local morning show, Prime Minister’s Adviser Rana Sanaullah
Saudi Arabia to Host 1,000 Umrah Pilgrims as Royal Guests
RIYADH: Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud has approved the hosting of 1,000 Umrah pilgrims from 66 countries as royal guests under a special program aimed at strengthening ties with Muslims around the world. This scheme is a part of the Guest Program for
AJK IG Rejects BBC Report on Road Closures
MUZAFFARABAD: Inspector General (IG) Azad Jammu and Kashmir (AJK) Police Liaquat Ali Malik has said that the news of the British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC) regarding the closure of roads is completely contrary to the facts. While holding a press conference in Muzaffarabad, he expressed regret that an international organization like
Fact Check: Viral Claims of Imran Khan-Barrister Saif Jail Meeting Are Baseless
ISLAMABAD: Reports circulating on private television channels and social media claiming that a meeting is being arranged between former prime minister Imran Khan and senior Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) leader Barrister Muhammad Ali Saif at Adiala Jail have been dismissed as unfounded and contrary to the facts. A private TV channel
