FIR filed by KP govt alleging Sanam Javed’s kidnapping
PESHAWAR: An FIR has been filed with respect to the case of PTI leader Sanam Javed’s reported abduction upon direction from Chief Minister Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Ali Amin Gandapur. According to CM Gandapur’s spokesperson, the FIR was filed at the Sharqi Police Station in Peshawar on behalf of Advocate Hira Babar,
OPD services to remain closed against privatization of Saidu Teaching Hospital
MINGORA: Health Coordination Council of Saidu Teaching Hospital, Swat has announced their intention to suspend all elective outpatient department (OPD) services as of October 7 in protest of the privatization of Saidu Teaching Hospital under the MTI Act. According to details, the Health Coordination Council has numerous occasions warned the
KP government appoint seven PMS officers from different districts
By: Ijaz Afridi PESHAWAR: The Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) government on Monday appointed seven officers in Grade 17 in the Provincial Management Service (PMS) officers to administrative positions in different districts across the province. An official notification was issued by the Establishment Department in this regard. According to the notification, the appointment
Tirah valley wears a white blanket as first snowfall hits Khyber
BARA: The first snowfall of the year blanketed the beautiful Tirah valley of Khyber District in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. According to reports, the snowfall occurred within the Ajgal Kokikhel range of mountains, whitening the valley into a beautiful landscape. The temperatures have decreased significantly with the onset of snow, and individuals
Security forces eliminate key Khawarij commander in Bajaur
KHAR, Bajaur: A key Afghan Khawarij commander, Pir Agha Khandari, was killed in an operation conducted by security forces against the Fitna-ul-Khawarij militants in the Gabra area of Bajaur district of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. According to details, the death of Pir Agha Khandari was confirmed by the military commander of Fitna-ul-Khawarij
KP government invites citizens to report dilapidated parks for immediate repairs
PESHAWAR: The Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) government has launched a public initiative to repair and renovate parks across the province, urging citizens to report parks that are in poor condition or require improvement for immediate repair. The initiative taken by the Chief Secretary of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Shahab Ali Shah, who has
Parts of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa receive fresh spell of snowfall and rain
PESHAWAR: Various parts of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) received a fresh spell of snowfall and rain, bringing much-needed relief after a prolonged period of heat. According to local reports, snowfall was observed in the mountainous areas of Jehaz Banda in Upper Dir, as well as in Shangla, Swat, Chitral, and Naran
Big opportunity! Fully funded scholarships announced by HEC
ISLAMABAD: In a major initiative to encourage higher education, the Higher Education Commission (HEC) of Pakistan, in accordance with the Government of Pakistan’s directives, has introduced fully funded scholarships for brilliant and economically meritorious students throughout the country. The program will help financially challenged students who cannot further their education.
KP govt reshuffles key administrative posts in three districts
PESHAWAR: The KP government has issued notification for transfer and posting of five Grade-18 officers, three of them Deputy Commissioners. According to Establishment Department’s notification, Wasim Ahmad, former DC Haripur, has been shifted and posted as DC Swabi. Similarly, Islahuddin, Deputy Secretary Admin, has been posted as new DC Haripur
No classes, No compromise: KP Lecturers stand firm against outsourcing
PESHAWAR: College lecturers in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) have declared a province-wide boycott of classes in response to the outsourcing of colleges and recommended amendments to their service structure. The boycott is being initiated by the KP Professors and Lecturers Association (KPPLA). The strike will start after 10 AM in all
