NACTA rolls out five-year plan to turn extremists into productive citizens

NACTA rolls out five-year plan to turn extremists into productive citizens

PESHAWAR The National Counter-Terrorism Authority (NACTA) has launched a five-year plan to turn extremists into productive citizens, aiming to prevent violent extremism across Pakistan. The initiative calls for coordinated action from federal and provincial departments and emphasizes rehabilitation, education, and social reintegration. NACTA’s plan focuses on five strategic pillars. First, authorities will identify individuals at […]

Indian film ‘Dhurandhar’ faces ban in six Gulf countries

Indian film 'Dhurandhar' faces ban in six Gulf countries

Indian propaganda film Dhurandhar has reportedly faced bans in six Gulf countries due to alleged anti-Pakistan content. Indian media reported that authorities in Bahrain, Kuwait, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, and the United Arab Emirates blocked the film’s release. Filmmakers had tried to screen it in the region. A source associated with the film told Bollywood […]

Afghan refugee camps face electricity, and eviction

An on-campus hostel is available for female students, while the male hostel is within walking distance.

PESHAWAR: Afghan refugee families in Akora Khattak and Swat are facing eviction as authorities enforce strict measures to clear camps and rental properties. In a joint operation, the Water and Power Development Authority (WAPDA) and police cut electricity to refugee camps to prepare the grounds for demolition. On Friday, WAPDA and police teams removed the […]

KP govt proposes ending all fees in public schools

KP govt proposes ending all fees in public schools

PESHAWAR: The Khyber Pakhtunkhwa government has proposed ending all tuition and other fees in public schools. The move aims to ensure free education, increase enrollment, and bring out-of-school children back into the system. Also Read: KP cabinet approves e-transfer policy for teachers The proposal aligns with the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Free and Compulsory Primary and Secondary […]

KP cabinet approves e-transfer policy for teachers

KP cabinet approves e-transfer policy for teachers

PESHAWAR – The Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) cabinet has approved the E-Transfer Policy 2025 for teachers in the Elementary and Secondary Education Department. Through this policy, the government aims to enforce merit, strengthen transparency and end political interference in postings and transfers. While chairing the 42nd cabinet meeting, Chief Minister Sohail Afridi said the system followed […]