KP leads as first province to enact Digital Payments legislation
PESHAWAR: Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) has become the first province to enact the Digital Payments Act to promote the digital economy. According to a statement issued by the CM KP office on Saturday, Chief Minister Khyber Pakhtunkhwa has approved the Digital Payments Act 2025. The bill will be sent to the
Two commanders among 17 terrorists killed in Bannu, Lakki Marwat
BANNU: Security Forces, Bannu police and Counter Terrorism Department (CTD) conducted several joint operations, killing 17 militants, including two commanders in Bannu and Lakki Marwat districts on Friday night. Regional Police Officer (RPO) Muhammad Sajjad Khan reported to the media that during various engagements on Friday evening and night, two
Peshawar–Islamabad Motorway reopens to traffic
PESHAWAR: The Peshawar-Islamabad Motorway reopened after its closure due to dense fog from midnight to early morning. According to the National Highway and Motorway police, the motorway connecting Peshawar-Islamabad and other areas of the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province has been reopened for all types of traffic on Saturday morning. The road
Six die in traffic mishap in Abbottabad
ABBOTTABAD: At least six people died when a pickup fell into a gorge in Abbottabad’s Baran Gai Kari area on Saturday morning. According to the Rescue 1122, six people, including women, were killed when a pickup locally called as Bolan Carry plunged into a gorge in the Baran Gai Kari
KP slashes lab test fees across public hospitals
PESHAWAR: The Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) Health Minister, Khaliq ur Rehman, and Secretary Health, Shahid Ullah Khan, have issued important directives to all District Health Officers and Medical Superintendents regarding the public display of the newly notified, standardised laboratory test charges across all health facilities in the province. A meeting was
Peshawar gold price today: Updated market rates
PESHAWAR: The Gold price in Pakistan increased as reported by the All Pakistan Sarafa Gems and Jewellers Association on Thursday, November 22, 2025. According to the latest data released by the All Pakistan Gems and Jewellers Association (APGJA), the price of 24-karat gold increased to Rs 437,000 per tola, marking a
Dry, cold, weather expected in most district, KP
PESHAWAR: The Meteorological Department has forecast dry and cold weather across most parts of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) for Saturday. According to the Met Office, most districts in the province are expected to remain dry, with temperatures anticipated to drop further in hilly areas. Weather experts predict that cold conditions will
Green tea benefits that can improve daily health
Regular consumption of green tea can help in weight management by boosting fat metabolism and increasing energy expenditure. Green tea a popular beverage consumed worldwide, is increasingly recognized for its numerous health benefits that can enhance daily well-being. Rich in antioxidants and bioactive compounds, green tea has been linked to
6 foods to keep you warm, energized this winter
Winter is the right season to get a tasty feel of foods that your body needs to charge itself to sustain the cold. It’s almost that time of the year when you will feel tempted to warm your belly. Winter is the right season to get a tasty feel of
Shahid Afridi visits Landi Kotal, announce major sports projects
Former captain of Pakistan’s national cricket team, Shahid Khan Afridi, paid a special visit to Bacha Mena, a locality near the Torkham border in Landi Kotal. Shahid Afridi spent time interacting with the youngsters, listening to their concerns and learning about the challenges they face. During his visit, he announced
