Water Crises in Pakistan : Center seeks Action Plan for Water Resources Management from Provinces
PESHAWAR – Water crisis in Pakistan remains a critical and escalating challenge. The country experiences water shortages for most of the year and is also prone to devastating floods, particularly during the monsoon season, which cause widespread damage to infrastructure, displace populations, and harm agriculture. Pakistan’s water-intensive crops, such as sugarcane and rice, place additional […]
KP Invests Rs203bn in 413 Eco-Friendly Projects Over Eight Years
PESHAWAR — Over the past eight years, the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) government has invested a remarkable Rs203.2bn in 413 eco-friendly projects, aimed at tackling pollution and improving the environment across six key sectors. These initiatives reflect a growing global trend toward sustainability and environmental responsibility. Among the most ambitious efforts is the Billion Tree Tsunami […]
KP govt Rejects Additional Funding for Institute of Petroleum Technology Karak
The Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) government has refused to provide an additional PKR 1.21 billion for the Institute of Petroleum Technology Karak, citing severe financial difficulties. The provincial authorities have instructed the Department of Energy and Power to seek these funds from the federal government.Initially approved with a budget of PKR 2.05 billion, the Institute of […]
UN to Provide $1 Million for Climate Change-Affected KP Citizens
The United Nations has announced a $1 million fund to assist citizens in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa who are severely impacted by climate change. The initiative aims to help local populations adapt to the shifting environmental conditions caused by rapid climate changes. Under the project, the funding will focus on providing communities with necessary support and […]
All Primary Teachers Association Announces Sit-in and Complete Strike on November 5 if Demands Aren’t met
The All Primary Teachers Association (APTA) Khyber Pakhtunkhwa has announced a sit-in on November 5 in Peshawar, along with a complete strike of all primary schools if their demands are not met by October 30. Primary teachers held a protest in front of Peshawar Press Club, with a large number of female teachers participating. The […]
Khyber Pakhtunkhwa to Establish Special Security Unit for Foreign
NationalsPeshawar: The provincial government has decided to establish a Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Special Security Unit for Foreign Nationals, especially Chinese workers, following the recent terrorist attack on Chinese engineers in Karachi. The decision was made during a meeting chaired by Chief Minister Ali Amin Gandapur, where security arrangements for Chinese nationals working on various development projects […]
Over 90% of housing societies in KP are illegal or unregistered
PESHAWAR: A startling report from the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Local Government (LG) Department reveals that more than 90% of the housing societies in the province are either illegal or unregistered. Out of a total of 822 housing societies, only 80 have been officially recognized as legal, making up just 10% of the total.According to the report, […]
Khyber Pakhtunkhwa’s Power & Energy Projects Stagnate Due to Funding Shortages
PESHAWAR: The Khyber Pakhtunkhwa government is facing criticism for its failure to adequately fund crucial energy projects, leading to significant delays and potential cost overruns. Despite allocating funds for 45 projects in the Annual Development Program, the Power & Energy Department has received only a fraction of the necessary funds. This lack of funding has […]