KP CM stresses to expedite work on Swat and D.I Khan Motorways
The Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Chief Minister Sohail Afridi stressed to expedite work on Swat and Peshawar-D.I Khan Motorways and said that construction of motorways is among the signature projects of the provincial government and progress should be ensured on them according to the timelines. There is no room for any delay
Slow pace of developmental projects in KP increases public worries
MOHMAND: (Shakirullah Mohmand) Slow pace of developmental projects in KP increases public worries in Mohmand and other parts of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa(KP)despite a promise of development package worth billions of rupees and big promises after FATA merge while the ground realities in the tribal district of Mohmand in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa are
Gold price in Pakistan, check latest price here
The price of gold per tola in the country has increased by Rs 9,100 in a single day last night as the prices stood on 5,14000 till Saturday morning. According to the All Pakistan Sarafa Gems and Jewelers Association, the price of gold per tola has reached Rs 514,000 after
Traffic updates of expressways and Motorways
PESHAWAR: The National Highways and Motorway Police announced that all motorways, including M-1 Peshawar-Islamabad, have been reopened for traffic. According to the motorway police spokesperson, the motorway M-1 from Peshawar to Islamabad has been reopened to all types of traffic after visibility improved. Earlier, the M1 motorway from Peshawar Toll
Routine life badly disrupts as heavy snowfall continue in Muree
MUREE: Routine life badly disrupted as heavy snowfall continue in Muree Heavy snowfall has forced authorities to restrict movement on the Islamabad–Murree Expressway with officials temporarily stopping general traffic from entering the route toward Murree. In an alert shared by the National Highways and Motorway Police, the district administration said
Hidden hazards of drinking water from plastic bottles
PESHAWAR: Recent research by Concordia University, coupled with an analysis of over 140 international studies, has revealed that individuals who regularly consume water from plastic bottles may ingest thousands of microplastic particles annually. The study found that bottled water can contain anywhere from 2 to 6,626 microplastic particles per liter,
High sugar consumption driving diabetes surge in Pakistan
ISLAMABAD: The authorities highlighted a growing public health concern, stating that nearly 40 percent of the country’s population is affected by diabetes or related diseases, with excessive sugar consumption being a major contributing factor. During a question-hour session in the National Assembly, the government projected that Pakistan’s sugar production for
Weather alert, rain, snow forecast from sunday night onwards
ISLAMABAD: The Meteorological Department has forecast a westerly wave approaching the western parts of Pakistan on Sunday, 25th January, which is expected to affect the upper regions of the country on 26th January. The system is likely to bring widespread rainfall, thunderstorms, and snowfall in various parts of the country
KP facing direct impact of terrorism, climate change: Shafi Jan
PESHAWAR: Special Assistant to the Chief Minister of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa for Information and Public Relations, Shafi Jan, has said the province is confronting serious challenges, including terrorism and the impacts of climate change. Responding to remarks made at an opposition press conference, Shafi Jan highlighted the difficulties faced by residents
48-hour gas shutdown for certain consumers announced
ISLAMABAD: The Sui Southern Gas Company (SSGC) has announced a 48-hour gas suspension for industries and the CNG sector starting from January 24, as part of measures to manage increased demand during the winter season. According to an SSGC spokesperson, the decision has been taken to ensure better gas pressure
