Islamabad’s airspace to remain closed temporarily
The Pakistan Airports Authority (PAA) announced on Wednesday that the airspace over Islamabad will be temporarily closed for the next two days. This closure will impact both arriving and departing flights at Islamabad International Airport during certain hours. Passengers are advised to check with their airlines for updated flight schedules
Pakistan regains strategic relevance in West Asia, admits The Hindu
A recent report published in the Indian newspaper *The Hindu* acknowledges that Pakistan has re-established its significance and credibility in West Asia. This is regarded as a notable achievement in Pakistan’s foreign policy at both regional and global levels. The recognition by the Indian media serves as a clear testament
KP PHE dismisses chief engineer over illegal appointment
By: Muhammad Ijaz Afridi PESHAWAR: The Public Health Department, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, has dismissed the Chief Engineer, Centre Public Health Peshawar Region, who had allegedly appointed Operator-cum-watchman as a sub-engineer and has directed him to report to the Public Health Department, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, immediately. The Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Public Health Department has
Bannu witnesses 134 militant attacks in 2025: RPO
BANNU: The Bannu Regional Police Officer (RPO) Sajjad Khan has said that Bannu witnessed 134 militant attacks in the current year 2025. 27 police officers lost their lives in the line of duty in these terror attacks. In view of the overall law and order situation in Bannu district, Bannu
Fresh illegal appointments case emerges in KP
PESHAWAR: Another illegal appointments case surfaced in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa as the Sports Department has appointed three computer operators to the posts of District Sports Officer. The Sports Department of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa has appointed computer operators as District Sports Officers. According to a notification issued on December 19, a total of
Top military brass vow no tolerance for efforts undermining national unity
RAWALPINDI: Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir, Nishan-e-Imtiaz (Military) and Hilal-e-Jurat, Chief of Army Staff and Chief of Defence Forces, on Wednesday presided over the 273rd Corps Commanders Conference, which reviewed the country’s internal and external security situation amid evolving challenges. The forum offered Fateha for the martyrs of the armed
UAE President to visit Pakistan on December 26, 2025
ISLAMABAD: At the invitation of Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif, His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, President of the United Arab Emirates and Ruler of Abu Dhabi, will undertake an official visit to the Islamic Republic of Pakistan on 26 December 2025. This will be his first visit to
Govt announces two public holidays
ISLAMABAD: The district administration has announced that, following the Christmas public holiday on December 25, December 26 will also be a public holiday. Additional Deputy Commissioner Sahibzada Muhammad Yousaf has issued a formal notification regarding this matter. According to the notification, December 26 will be a holiday in observance of
School pickup meets accident in Lower Dir
LOWER DIR: A private school vehicle fell into a ditch in the Maidan Beshgram area of Lower Dir, injuring ten students. According to rescue officials, a double-cabin vehicle belonging to Islamia Foundation Public School veered off the road and plunged into a ditch, leaving 10 students injured. Rescue 1122 Lower
PTI approves reference for Saifullah Abro’s disqualification
Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf parliamentary party meeting gave approval to file a disqualification reference against Saifullah Abro. The meeting of the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf parliamentary party was held under the chairmanship of Senator Ali Zafar. Senators Awon Abbas Bappi, Zeeshan Khanzada, Faisal Javed, Falak Naz, and Fawzia Arshad, among others, attended the meeting.





