Police arrest PPP’s Amjad Afridi in murder case amid political controversy

KOHAT – Police have arrested Amjad Afridi, a former provincial minister and the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa spokesperson for the Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP), along with five associates in connection with the murder of Malik Asad, triggering intense political controversy. Authorities announced the arrests on Thursday, prompting the PPP to denounce the move as a “blatant act […]

Budget 2025-26: Govt Plans Tax Reduction on Imported Makeup

Budget 2025-26: Govt Plans Tax Reduction on Imported Makeup

PESHAWAR: In budget 2025-26, the federal government likely to reduce taxes and duties on imported makeup and over 7000 other items, sources reveal. Moreover, the international monetary fund has urged the government to cut regulatory duties on imports. Therefore, this move aims to ease the financial burden on consumers and boost economic growth. Sources say […]

Peshawar High Court Slams Poor Handling of Canal Pollution

Peshawar High Court

Peshawar: The Peshawar High Court on Tuesday expressed deep concern over the government’s failure to curb canal pollution and environmental degradation in the city. A two-member green bench, consisting of Justice Ijaz Anwar and Justice Fazal Subhan, heard petitions related to environmental issues. The court summoned top officials, including the Secretary Local Government and the […]

Bilawal Leads Pakistan Diplomacy to Global Recognition, Says PPP Leader

Bilawal Leads Pakistan Diplomacy to Global Recognition, Says PPP Leader

Peshawar: Pakistan People’s Party (PPP) Secretary General Muhammad Humayun Khan praised Chairman Bilawal Bhutto Zardari for strengthening Pakistan diplomacy through confident and active engagement with global leaders. He said Chairman Bilawal’s leadership elevated Pakistan’s global narrative. It ensured the country’s voice reached international forums with credibility and strength. Humayun Khan stated that Chairman Bilawal engaged […]