Roads closed, internet services suspended in Islamabad, Rawalpindi amid protest call
ISLAMABAD: Authorities have blocked multiple major roads in Lahore, Rawalpindi, and Islamabad after a religious group announced plans to hold a protest rally, triggering widespread disruptions across the twin cities. The protest call caused severe traffic congestion, halting normal city operations and affecting essential services. Containers were placed on key
Dera people warmly welcome Ali Amin Gandapur
PESHAWAR: Ali Amin Khan Gandapur expressed heartfelt gratitude to the people of Dera, including workers, elders, youth, and children, for their warm and enthusiastic welcome. He said that the love and devotion shown by the people upon his arrival in Dera Ismail Khan were unforgettable. “The passion of the people
Fake branded cold drink factory busted in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa
PESHAWAR: The Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Food Safety and Halal Food Authority on Friday busted a fake, unhygienic branded cold drink factory in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa’s Nowshera. A statement was issued in this regard by the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Food Safety & Halal Food Authority (KPFS&HFA), stating that under the supervision of Director General
KP govt drafts local government accounts & financial reporting rules 2025
The Government of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa has taken a historic and revolutionary step by completing the draft of the “Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Local Government (Accounts and Financial Reporting) Rules, 2025.” This initiative marks a major milestone in improving the system of public financial management in the province, as for the first time
Five militants killed by Police after attack in DI Khan
By: Sabeha Sheikh DI KHAN: At least five attackers were killed in a suicide bombing at a police training centre in Dera Ismail Khan district, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, on Friday night. According to the district police officer, Sajjad Ahmad Sahibzad, 7-8 terrorists attacked the police training centre in Dera Ismail Khan
‘Electro’ electric bus service launched in Lahore – Full route list here
LAHORE: The government of Punjab has launched its first electric bus service, ‘Electro,’ in Lahore, a transition towards green Pakistan. The Punjab government has officially launched its first-ever electric bus service, ‘Electro’, in Lahore, marking a major step toward eco-friendly urban transport. Chief Minister Punjab Maryam Nawaz inaugurated the initiative.
Afghan FM calls on Pakistan to open Wagah border
DELHI: Afghanistan Foreign Minister Amir Khan Muttaqi has called on Pakistan’s government to open the Wagah border for trade between Afghanistan and India. Addressing a news conference in Delhi, India, on Friday, Afghan Foreign Minister Amir Khan Muttaqi has called on Pakistan to open the Wagah border for Afghan traders
7.3 million children to be vaccinated during KP anti-polio drive
PESHAWAR: The Provincial Task Force on Polio Eradication on Friday launched an anti-polio drive targeting over 7.3 million children under the age of five to be vaccinated across the province in two phases. The meeting of the Provincial Task Force on Polio Eradication was held on Friday under the chairmanship
Gold prices drop sharply as silver hits record high
Gold prices in Pakistan fell on Friday in tandem with a downturn in the international market, according to the All-Pakistan Gems and Jewellers Sarafa Association (APGJSA). The All Pakistan Sarafa Gems and Jewellers Association said that the price of 24-carat gold per tola decreased by Rs 4,578, after which it
Punjab school closure announced for tomorrow
RAWALPINDI: The All Pakistan Private Schools Federation announced that all private schools will remain closed tomorrow, Saturday, across Punjab province due to the deteriorating security situation following the Tehreek-i-Labaik protest. Private schools in Punjab and Islamabad will be closed tomorrow due to security concerns, as announced by the All Pakistan
