Parts of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa receive fresh spell of snowfall and rain
PESHAWAR: Various parts of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) received a fresh spell of snowfall and rain, bringing much-needed relief after a prolonged period of heat. According to local reports, snowfall was observed in the mountainous areas of Jehaz Banda in Upper Dir, as well as in Shangla, Swat, Chitral, and Naran
KP govt, anti-corruption body vow action against electoral misconduct
By: Kashifuddin Syed PESHAWAR: The Khyber Pakhtunkhwa government and the Anti-Corruption Department are committed to upholding the rule of law in cases of electoral maladministration. Actions against such misconduct will proceed in accordance with the law. In response to multiple complaints regarding electoral maladministration from constituencies PK-79 and PK-82, the
Barrister Saif offers personal security to Aimal Wali Khan, says no need to worry
PESHAWAR: Barrister Muhammad Ali Saif, the Special Assistant to the Chief Minister of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP), has stated that he will personally guard Aimal Wali Khan if needed, assuring him that he does not have to worry about his security. In a statement by the special assistant’s office on Sunday,
First supermoon to light up Pakistan’s sky on October 7
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan’s Space and Upper Atmosphere Research Commission (SUPARCO) has announced that the first supermoon of 2025 will grace the country’s skies on October 7. According to a SUPARCO spokesperson, the supermoon will rise from the eastern horizon shortly after sunset at 8:47 PM and remain visible throughout the night,
Women’s World Cup 2025: Pakistan opt to field against India
COLOMBO: Pakistan Women’s cricket team won the toss and opted to bowl first against India in the sixth match of the ICC Women’s Cricket World Cup 2025, being played at the R. Premadasa Stadium today (on Sunday). Ahead of the high-voltage clash, Pakistan made one change in their lineup —
Mina Khan Afridi orders cancellation of Tank road tenders to ensure transparency
PESHAWAR: Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Minister for Communication and Works Mina Khan Afridi has set an example of transparency and good governance by cancelling road repair tenders in Tank within a day of their issuance. According to official sources, the tenders were issued in violation of clear directives from Chief Minister Khyber
Pak-Afghan trade resumes at Angoor Adda border after two-year closure
PESHAWAR: Trade between Pakistan and Afghanistan has officially resumed through the Angoor Adda crossing point in South Waziristan after the inauguration of a newly constructed border terminal. The crossing had remained closed to trade for nearly two years. According to the National Logistics Corporation (NLC), the terminal was developed in
PM Shehbaz leaves for Malaysia on two-day visit
ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif departed on Sunday for a two-day official visit to Kuala Lumpur at the invitation of Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim. According to the Prime Minister’s Office, Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar, Federal Minister for Information and Broadcasting Attaullah Tarar, and Special
KP governor Kundi urges use of BISP data to assist Punjab flood victims
PESHAWAR: Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Governor Faisal Karim Kundi has emphasised the need for a dedicated forum to discuss issues related to water and canals, warning that promoting provincialism is detrimental to national unity. Speaking to the media, the governor remarked that if Punjab did not require foreign assistance, it should redirect
NDMA issues rain alert across KP during 24 hours
ISLAMABAD: The National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) has issued a weather advisory for the federal capital, Punjab, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP), Sindh, and Gilgit-Baltistan, warning of possible adverse weather conditions over the next 12 to 24 hours. According to NDMA officials, intermittent rainfall is expected during this period, with light to
