KP wildlife restoration begins with release of deer in Kohat forests
PESHAWAR – The government of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa has introduced a landmark initiative in line with Imran Khan’s environmental vision, releasing herds of deer into the forests of Kohat as part of a broader project for Khyber Pakhtunkhwa wildlife restoration. The effort, which uses drone technology for monitoring, marks the province as the first in Pakistan […]
Bannu attack: surge in militancy raises questions over Afghan weapons, regional support
PESHAWAR – A deadly assault on the Frontier Constabulary (FC) lines in Bannu has once again raised alarm over Pakistan’s fragile security situation. Militants rammed an explosives-laden vehicle into the FC compound before storming the premises with gunfire. The attack killed six soldiers, including two majors, and wounded 19 others. Several civilians also sustained injuries. […]
Peshawar Safe City Project
The Peshawar Safe City Project aims to curb terrorism and rising crime in the provincial capital, with the government setting a target to complete it by December 2025. Authorities have identified 128 key locations across the city where thousands of modern CCTV cameras will be installed, enhancing security for residents. The project comes nearly 17 […]
Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Engages Psychologists to Aid Flood Victims’ Mental Health
PESHAWAR – In the wake of devastating cloudbursts and heavy rains that triggered floods in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa’s norther districts, the provincial government has announced to deploy mental health experts to assist victims suffering from psychological trauma. Advisor to the Health Department, Ahtisham Ali, while addressing a press conference in Peshawar alongside Health Secretary Shahidullah and […]
Work on Tarbela Dam Expansion Project Halted Due to Rising Water Level
PESHAWAR – Construction work on the fifth extension project of Tarbela Dam has been suspended after rising water levels entered the project site, creating safety risks for both equipment and workers. The Chinese company responsible for the expansion decided to halt work temporarily and granted leave to its employees, vacating the workers’ camp as a […]
KP Austerity Policy: Govt Bans New Posts, Vehicle Purchases, Foreign Trips
PESHAWAR – The Khyber Pakhtunkhwa government has introduced a strict austerity policy for the new financial year. Under this policy, departments cannot create new posts, purchase vehicles, or fund foreign travel and medical treatment. The official notification makes it clear: no government-funded workshops, seminars, or events will take place in five-star hotels. Departments must limit […]
School Privatisation In KP: Govt Decide to Hands Over 1,500 Schools to Private Sector
School Privatisation In KP Enters Second Phase As Government Decide to Hands Over 1,500 to Private Sector
Increase in Gas Prices: What It Means for Your Next Bill
PESHAWAR – An unexpected increase in gas prices is set to hit millions of households starting 1 July—and the real shock lies in the fine print. The Oil and Gas Regulatory Authority (OGRA) has issued a fresh notification that raises not only per-unit gas rates but also imposes steep fixed monthly charges. Whether you are […]
WAPDA Digital Meters May End Thousands of jobs
PESHAWAR- The federal government’s decision to implement WAPDA Digital Meters Policy has triggered widespread concern among electricity workers, with more than 4,000 meter reader jobs now under threat across Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. The move follows the approval of the Apna Meter Apni Reading (My Meter, My Reading) mobile application, which allows consumers to submit their own […]
Bank of Khyber Posts Strong Q1 Results as Profit More Than Doubles
Bank of Khyber