Kohistan financial scandal: PHC rejects bail plea of accused
By: Kamran Ali Shah PESHAWAR: The Peshawar High Court (PHC) has rejected the bail plea of an accused in the Kohistan financial scandal case. During the hearing of the bail application for the accused, Muhammad Riaz, who was arrested in connection with the Upper Kohistan scandal, Justice Sahibzada Asadullah and
Gold prices rise for second consecutive day
Gold prices in Pakistan increased for the third consecutive day on Thursday as the precious metal climbed to a new all-time high in Pakistan and global markets. As data about the gold prices surge provided by the All Pakistan Sarafa Gems and Jewellers Association (APSGJA), the price of 24-karat gold
Pakistan, Kazakhstan conduct joint counter-terrorism exercise ‘Dostarym-V’ at Cherat
CHERAT: Pakistan-Kazakhstan Joint Exercise Dostarym-V is being conducted between the Armies of Pakistan and Kazakhstan in the Counter Terrorism domain from 13-24 October 2025 at Special Operations School, Cherat, Pakistan. According to the statement issued by Pakistan military media wing, Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR), the Special Services Group of Pak
Punjab govt decides to ban a political party
LAHORE: The Punjab government on Thursday announced a ban on what it describes as an “extremist party” and will make a recommendation to the federal government regarding this action. As reported by Aaj News, in a statement issued by the Punjab government, it was noted that the leadership of the
Meta to invest $1.5 billion in new AI data centre in Texas
NEW YORK: Social Media Company Meta said on Thursday it plans to invest more than $1.5 billion in a new data centre in the US state of Texas by 2028, as part of its expanding investment in artificial intelligence infrastructure. The company issued a statement that said the El Paso
Voting continues in PHC for Supreme Court Bar Association elections
Kamran Ali Shah PESHAWAR: The voting process continued for the Supreme Court Bar Association in the Peshawar High Court (PHC) to elect a new cabinet for the year 2025-26. According to our reporter present at the PHC, the polling process will continue from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM, and the
15 family members die in road accident in Malakand
MALAKAND: At least 15 family members died and eight others sustained critical injuries when a truck met with an accident on the Swat-Expressway on Thursday morning. A tragic traffic accident occurred near Tunnel No. 3 on the Swat Motorway, resulting in the deaths of 15 people and injuries to 8
Vitamin B3 found to be a powerful ally in the fight against skin cancer
ISLAMABAD: Recent research has suggested that Vitamin B3 might play a role in the prevention of fatal diseases, among which cancer is the one with the highest rate of occurrence, particularly skin cancer. A reliable online medical source reports that the research just published on the topic promotes the idea
Pakistan makes major leap in Space Tech with launch of HS-1 satellite
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan is progressing with great advancement in space technology and the first-ever hyperspectral satellite HS-1 is to be launched on October 19, 2025, from China. Cities’ development and environmental monitoring are some of the major areas where the satellite is going to help the most. A representative of the
India’s access to Pakistani airspace remains restricted until November 23
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan has extended the closure of its airspace with India until November 23, 2025. The month-long extension will apply to both Indian commercial and military aircraft. The Pakistan Civil Aviation Authority (PCAA) has issued a new NOTAM (Notice to Airmen) indicating that Indian aircraft will not be able to
