Tourists throng upper parts of KP to witness snowfall
A large number of tourists have flocked to the snow-covered tourist destinations in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa and Gilgit Baltistan on Thursday to witness the fresh snowfall that has blanketed the mountainous region. According to locals, widespread snowfall and rain have disrupted life in the upper parts of the country, particularly in
From politics to security: Pakistan’s most impactful news of 2025
ISLAMABAD: The year 2025 has proven to be a pivotal and decisive one for Pakistan, marked by significant geopolitical changes, regional tensions, and ongoing internal challenges. From improving relations with the United States to facing a near-war situation with India, Pakistan has adeptly navigated through several crises. The following report
Gold latest prices in Peshawar
PESHAWAR: The Gold prices as reported on Thursday morning, the new year has seen an increase with Rs 464,450 per Tola. According to the All Pakistan Sarafa Gems and Jewellers Association, the price of 24-carat gold per tola is Rs 463,500. While the price of silver per tola has also
Long battery life, fast charging: The top 5 smartphones of 2025
ISLAMABAD: The world is changing rapidly and mobile phones are not only used to communicate anymore, but they have also become a necessity and need to cater to multiple requirements accordingly. Consequently, the smartphone manufacturers in 2025 have presented not only long-lasting battery life but also mighty tools and fast
Taliban expands educational censorship, bans key books and courses in Afghanistan
KABUL: The government of the Taliban in Afghanistan has tremendously broadened its restrictions on access to books, curricula, and information, thus imposing stringent controls over what educational materials are permitted. According to international media reports, the Taliban not only provided a list of books forbidden for reading in public libraries
Zelensky reveals peace deal with Russia is nearly complete
KYIV: President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelensky has revealed the truth that Russia’s peace treaty is only 10% from the final stage. During his New Year’s speech, he said that the peace agreement is 90% done and he also said that Ukraine is dying to end the conflict but not with
Australian cricketer Damien Martin fights for recovery after sudden Meningitis diagnosis
MELBOURNE: Former Australian batsman Damien Martin has gone into a state of coma caused by meningitis. The 54-year-old player got sick last Friday and is now being treated at a hospital in Queensland. His professional career spanned 1992 to 2006 during which he played for Australia and had a total
President Zardari and PM Shehbaz extend New Year wishes for peace, growth and prosperity
ISLAMABAD: The President Asif Ali Zardari and the Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif issued their warmest greetings to the nation on the New Year’s day, and from their side, they admitted the same country’s progress and prosperity. During his New Year’s address, President Zardari acknowledged the difficulties that Pakistan is going
China accuses Salman Khan’s upcoming film of distorting history
BEIJING: China has accused Bollywood actor Salman Khan’s upcoming film Battle of Galwan of misrepresenting historical facts. As per foreign media, the first look of the movie was out on December 27 to celebrate Salman Khan’s birthday and was also posted by the star on his verified Instagram account. The
CM Afridi chairs key meeting to discuss political and security situations
PESHAWAR: Chief Minister Mohammad Sohail Khan Afridi chaired a very important party meeting at the Chief Minister’s House in Peshawar. The meeting, which was attended by party leaders and members of the provincial assembly, was mainly concerned with different national and provincial issues such as the political situation in the
