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
Peshawar faces new health crisis as Chikungunya cases emerge
PESHAWAR: Chikungunya virus is added to Peshawar’s long-standing battle with dengue, as it brings an entirely new public health threat to the residents. Serious apprehension is created now about the ongoing mismanagement at the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Health Department. Many places in the city report high fever and severe joint pains
Excise Intelligence and Police bust major drug factory in Peshawar
PESHAWAR: In a joint operation on Warsak Road, the Excise Intelligence Bureau, along with Excise police stations Peshawar and Khyber, busted a factory producing crystal meth (ice) and narcotic pills. Officials also confiscated raw materials sufficient to ready 50,000 pills as well as over 500 narcotic pills that had been
