Two arrested in raid on Peshawar house producing fake medicines
PESHAWAR: The district administration raided Peshawar’s Sethi Town and seized a huge cache of medicines provided by the government, allegedly stored and repacked for illegal sale. Two persons were arrested on the spot. The raid was conducted by the Assistant Commissioner (City) and a Health Department drug inspector upon receipt
Dengue active cases in KP reach 268 amid surge in infections
PESHAWAR: It seems that the number of dengue cases in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa is exponentially increasing, as the total number of active cases in the province has come up to 268. Likewise, the number of patients in hospitals in the whole region, including the provincial capital Peshawar has skyrocket. During the
Rise in Chikungunya cases sparks concern in Peshawar
PESHAWAR: An abrupt rise in chikungunya cases has caused worry among the people of Peshawar, while the health department has confirmed the report of several infections in the outskirts of the city. As per the health department of the province, there are 16 verified cases in the Sufaid Dheri and
Smog returns to Lahore and Peshawar, Air Quality deteriorates
PESHAWAR: The smog has reappeared with its usual intensity in many localities of Lahore and Peshawar, with the highest drop in air quality and health warnings for the residents were issued. Lahore’s average Air Quality Index (AQI) hit a dangerous level of 209, with some areas going beyond that. To
KP govt introduces electric rickshaws and cars in Peshawar
PESHAWAR: The Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) government is planning to transition to green energy by introducing electric rickshaws and vehicles in Peshawar city. A weekly review meeting on governance issues, chaired by Chief Secretary Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Shahab Ali Shah, was held to take a detailed look at various matters, including the
Peshawar man kills wife and two children before committing suicide
By: Kamran Ali Shah PESHAWAR: A man killed his two children and wife before committing suicide in the Chamkani Muslim City area of Peshawar city on Monday. The dead bodies were rushed to the hospital and police started an investigation into the incident. According to the Peshawar city police, the
Gandapur confirms signature authenticity amid political uncertainty
PESHAWAR: Following weeks of ambiguity surrounding the resignation submitted on October 8, which the Governor denied having received, the Governor’s office has now confirmed the application has been received, as reported by former Chief Minister Ali Amin Gandapur in a tweet. Ali Amin Gandapur tweeted, “I again confirm that the
PTI instructs Peshawar workers to stay ready for possible protest
PESHAWAR: Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) Peshawar issued an emergency advisory to all party worker to prepare for a possible protest. This advisory has asked all elected Member of National Assembly, ticket holders, organizational office holders, all wings, local government members, and workers to prepare and remain in their respective constituencies. As
Police arrest TikToker “Lofer Lafanga” over offensive videos
PESHAWAR: In a swift operation, Peshawar police arrested the TikToker who goes by the name “Lofer Lafanga” and is known for posting inappropriate and controversial videos on his social media. According to the police reports, the individual who was suspected of the crime was arrested because his internet postings attracted
Famous stage dancer Muneeba Shah shot dead in Peshawar
PESHAWAR: Unidentified gunmen shot and killed the famous stage dancer Muneeba Shah in Peshawar. The police reported that the incident took place in the jurisdiction of Machni Gate Police Station on Warsak Road when Muneeba Shah was riding a rickshaw and going to Ring Road. The rickshaw was stopped by
