Heavy rain: Two swept away in floodwater
ABBOTTABAD: Two persons were killed and five others slightly injured when a Suzuki Shahzor vehicle was swept away in floodwater in the Nagri area of Abbottabad on Friday morning. Local sources said that there were seven people on board in the vehicle when the rising floodwater due to heavy rain
Wifaq-ul-Madaris declares militant activities against the state as un-Islamic
PESHAWAR: Taking a bold stance, Wifaq-ul-Madaris has strongly opposed the armed struggle for the imposition of Shariah law, declaring that it has no connection with those shedding the blood of innocent people. The declaration was issued after a meeting in Wifaqul Madaris’ headquarter in Multan. The declaration states that taking
Why are night shift workers at high risk of kidney stones?
A new study has found that people who work the night shift are at a higher risk of kidney stones, and research says the risk of kidney stones is 15% to 22% higher in those who work desk jobs during the night shift. The study found that people who worked
Eating fruits daily may reduce lung damage caused by air pollution, research finds
ISLAMABAD: As air pollution represents a growing threat to health (including lung function) on a global level, new research carried out in the United Kingdom has established a preventative measure for lung health, thanks to fruits, an easy to access food, eaten on a daily basis. Research from Leicester University
Govt imposes 40% regulatory duty on import of used cars up to 5-years-old
ISLAMABAD: The federal government of Pakistan has approved a 40% additional regulatory duty on the commercial import of used cars for cars up to 5-years-old as of 1st of October 2025. The Federal Board of Revenue, has published the official notice related to the implementation of the new rules. The
Torrential rain and hailstorm damage crops in Mohmand district
GHALANAI: A severe hailstorm and heavy rainfall lashed the Parang Ghar area of Mohmand district, with Yusuf Baba and Ghundi areas hit hard by the recent severe weather damaging crops, damaging solar panels and property. As reported locally, the hailstorm was of such severity that panic spread throughout the local
GDA launches operation, seals 20 more illegal commercial buildings
ABBOTTABAD: The Galiyat Development Authority (GDA), in collaboration with the District Administration Abbottabad, carried out a large-scale operation in Kundla, Tauheedabad, Ayubia, and Khanaspur. According to details, the operation was led by GDA Enforcement Officer Wasif Mir, accompanied by Additional Assistant Commissioner Shameemullah Khan, DSP Galiyat Imtiaz Ali, and officials
Tarkai says honour before ministry, raises voice for the people
SWABI: Former Provincial Minister for Primary Education Faisal Tarkai reaffirmed his unflinching allegiance to PTI founder Imran Khan, stating that he is firmly behind Khan’s ideology “like a rock.” Addressing party workers at Tarkai House in Swabi, Faisal Tarkai said that he holds his honor and dignity above any ministerial
PTI govt in KP in its final days, says Marwat
ISLAMABAD: Member National Assembly (MNA) and leader of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) Sher Afzal Marwat has said that the party’s provincial government in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) is in its final phase. MNA has warned that if it fails to provide relief to the public, this may be PTI’s last tenure in
AB de Villiers slams India for mixing politics with cricket in Asia Cup
DUBAI: Former South African cricket captain AB de Villiers has roundly condemned India for what he called the mixing of politics with cricket while the Asia Cup tournament was ongoing, insisting on a clear distinction between regional politics and the essence of the game. In the release that opened debate
