Taliban impose new ban on women at key Afghan-Uzbek border market
KABUL: The Taliban have imposed a new restriction on women by banning their entry without a male guardian (mahram) into a joint border market established between Afghanistan and Uzbekistan, according to local and international media reports. The market is located in Hairatan, a border area of Afghanistan’s northern Balkh province,
Governor Kundi vows relentless fight for Khyber Pakhtunkhwa’s rights
PESHAWAR: Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Governor Faizal Karim Kundi has pledged to stand by the Chief Minister and even go “two steps ahead” in fighting for the rights of the province. Speaking to the media, Kundi emphasized that the provincial government would engage with the federal government using reasoned arguments and would
No desks, no chairs: Mohmand students face reality contrary to govt claims
PESHAWAR: Despite the government’s claims of improving education facilities, students at Government Primary School Mateen Kor in Mohmand district are facing harsh realities, with no desks or chairs to sit on and freezing classrooms. Students at a government primary school in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa’s Mohmand district are forced to sit on
Shadab Khan shines as Sydney Thunder secure first victory of BBL season
CANBERRA Shadab Khan, the ace all-rounder of Pakistan, proved his exceptional bowling skills and therefore led Sydney Thunder to their first win in this season’s Big Bash League (BBL) which also marked his return to the excellent form of the T20 World Cup. Sydney Thunder outperformed Brisbane Heat by 34
KP govt introduces digital system for arms license fees
PESHAWAR: The Khyber Pakhtunkhwa government has introduced a digital payment system for fees related to the manufacturing, dealership, and repair of weapons, making online payment mandatory across the province. According to officials, all fees associated with arms licenses must now be paid exclusively through the Dastak App. In this regard,
Traffic suspended on motorways at multiple points
The National Highway and Motorway Police (NHMP) on Monday night closed multiple sections of various motorways due to dense fog, to ensure the safety of the travellers. According to the NHMP announcement, dense fog created hazardous conditions for driving, and the section from Swabi Interchange (Kilometre 420) to Peshawar Main
KP government revises transfer policy for retiring teachers
PESHAWAR: The Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Minister for Higher Education and Local Government, Meena Khan Afridi, has directed to revision of the transfer policy for retiring teachers. An important meeting was held under the chairmanship of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Minister for Higher Education and Local Government, Mina Khan Afridi, to review the affairs
U-19 cricket stars meet COAS & CDF, receive praise for Asia Cup triumph
RAWALPINDI: Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir, NI (M), HJ, COAS & CDF, met the Pakistan Under-19 cricket team at General Headquarters (GHQ), Rawalpindi, on Monday. During the meeting, the Field Marshal warmly congratulated the players, team management, and officials on their outstanding performance and historic triumph in winning the Asia
Bangladesh suspends visa services for Indians at Delhi high commission and Agartala border
Bangladesh has suspended visa services for Indians at the Delhi High Commission and the Agartala border following the assassination of Bangladeshi youth leader Osman Hadi. In the past few days, alleged evidence of India’s involvement in the murder of Osman Hadi had come to light, after which relations between India
Continuous snowfall and rain disrupt daily life in northern regions
DIAMER: Intermittent heavy rainfall and snowfall have continued in northern areas, including Chilas city of the district Diamer and its surrounding regions, for the past two days, disrupting daily life and causing severe difficulties for residents. According to the Diamer Meteorological Department, heavy snowfall has been reported across the mountains
