Development budget slashed by Rs300 billion to record low of Rs700 billion: KP finance advisor
PESHAWAR: Advisor to the KP Chief Minister on Finance, Muzzammil Aslam, has said that the development budget was slashed by Rs 300 billion to a record low of Rs 700 billion. The CM advisor stated the country’s economy on Monday, saying that this year’s development budget was already the lowest
Resolution tabled in KP assembly seeking reforms in local government system
By: Shahid Jan PESHAWAR: The parliamentary leader of the Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) in the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa assembly, Ahmed Kundi, has submitted a significant resolution to the provincial assembly secretariat aimed at strengthening and ensuring the independence of the local government system. The resolution proposes an amendment to Article A-140
Rains, snowfall predicted in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa from tomorrow: PDMA issues alert
PESHAWAR: The Provincial Disaster Management Authority (PDMA) on Monday predicted rain and snowfall in parts of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa from tomorrow, Tuesday. According to a statement issued by the PDMA, intermittent rains are expected across various areas of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa from tomorrow until November 5, with snowfall likely in some higher
KP assembly passes resolution regarding PMS examination
PESHAWAR: The Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Assembly on Monday unanimously passed a resolution seeking the provincial government to provide additional time for candidates to prepare for the upcoming Provincial Management Service (PMS) examinations. Member of the Provincial Assembly Abdul Karim Khan presented the resolution. According to the text of the resolution, PMS
DG ISPR says keep military away from politics
ISLAMABAD: Director General ISPR, Lieutenant General Ahmed Sharif Chaudhry, has said that the decision regarding the Gaza peacekeeping force will be taken by the government and parliament. According to ARY News, DG ISPR Lieutenant General Ahmed Sharif Chaudhry, while addressing a press conference in Peshawar, stated that the decision on the
How much gold prices increase in Pakistan?
Gold prices in the local and international have increased,the price of gold per tola went up by Rs1,300 in Pakistan on Monday. with the price of ten grams rising by Rs1,115 and one tola by Rs1,300. In the local bullion market, the price of gold per tola went up by
30 KG drugs seized, 28 FIRs registered in jurisdiction of Quaid-e-Azam University
ISLAMABAD: Atleast 30 kg of drugs have been seized and 28 FIRs registered in the last two years within the boundaries of Quaid-e-Azam University, the country’s largest university. Police officials told the Senate Standing Committee on Rules, Regulations and Privileges Sub-committee that 48 students are currently residing in hostels illegally
Three police personnel injured in Waziristan attack
BANNU: Three police personnel injured when militants attacked North Waziristan Police vehicle near Mumsh Khel on Miranshah Road, sources local said that incident occurred when Armed men opened fire on the squad of DPO North Waziristan, sources said. Three North Waziristan Police personnel have been injured in the firing.
KP Governor expresses grief over Earthquake in Afghanistan
Governor Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Faisal Karim Kundi expressed his heartfelt grief and sorrow over the deaths caused by the earthquake in Afghanistan. Governor Khyber Pakhtunkhwa also expressed his regret over the financial losses caused by the earthquake Governor Khyber Pakhtunkhwa expressed his condolences and heartfelt sympathy to the families of the
Credit for Pak-Afghan negotiation goes to Turkey and Qatar
Defence Minister Khawaja Asif said that the credit for the negotiation process goes to Turkey and Qatar, and if these negotiations succeed, it will be a big disappointment for India because India has a deep relationship and understanding with the people sitting in Kabul. Asif said that Pakistan does not
