Static Signals: Why Hazara Forest Protection System Remains Mute
PESHAWAR—The Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Department of Forestry recently requested an urgent frequency allotment to activate its dormant wireless system in Lower Hazara. While hardware was purchased under a regional strengthening project, the network remains silent due to administrative delays. Consequently, the lack of a functional link hinders essential environmental strategies in the region. Massive Illegal Logging […]
The Strategic Realities of the US-Iran Peace Process
PESHAWAR — The prevailing wisdom suggests that war never solves problems and that dialogue remains the only viable path to resolution. While this sentiment holds weight, it lacks a complete sequence. The true geopolitical cycle follows a definitive pattern: negotiations, war, and then further negotiations. As observers analyze the current US-Iran peace negotiations 2026, this […]
Budget 2026-27: ‘Digital KP’ and ‘Clean Water for All’ Take Center Stage
PESHAWAR — The Khyber Pakhtunkhwa government has finalized its strategic priorities for the Annual Development Program (ADP) and the General Budget for the 2026-27 fiscal year. This new development narrative identifies nine key sectors, with Digital Khyber Pakhtunkhwa initiatives and universal access to clean drinking water spearheading the provincial agenda. WAPDA Digital Meters May End […]
Climate Change Threats in KP: Governor Kundi Urges Unified Action
PESHAWAR—Addressing a seminar titled “Climate Change and Inclusion” at Governor House Peshawar on Monday, Governor Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Faisal Karim Kundi characterized climate change threats in KP as an existential reality. Speaking as the chief guest at the event organized by the DICE Forum, Kundi emphasized that the effects of environmental degradation now manifest visibly across […]
KP government Approves Action Plan to Eradicate Poppy Cultivation
PESHAWAR—The provincial Home and Tribal Affairs Department approved an action plan to eliminate poppy cultivation in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP). During a meeting, the Additional Chief Secretary for Home Affairs led the session to finalize the 2026 strategy. Representatives from the 11 Corps, the KP Police Special Branch, and various deputy commissioners participated via video link. […]
Pak-Afghan Peace Jirga Convenes to De-escalate Regional Tensions
PESHAWAR – Former Federal Secretary Arbab Shehzad Khan announced the convening of a high-level Pak-Afghan peace jirga scheduled for March 31 in Peshawar. This initiative comes amidst simmering cross-border tensions and a complex regional security landscape. Specifically, the recently formed think-tank ASPIRE-KP (Advocacy for Sustainable Policy & Implementation Reforms) is spearheading the event. Mr. Shehzad, […]
KP Announces Recruitment of 2,439 Healthcare Professional
PESHAWAR – The Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Health Department has launched a large-scale recruitment drive to fill 2,439 clinical positions across the province. This initiative aims to strengthen the regional healthcare system by hiring medical officers, dental surgeons, and nurses. Provincial Health Minister Khalique-ur-Rehman stated that the government remains committed to making healthcare services more effective. Consequently, […]
The Most Smog-Affected Country: Pakistan Tops Global Toxicity Rankings in 2025
The atmospheric crisis of 2025 has issued a final, undeniable warning to Pakistan. According to the latest data from IQAir, a global authority on air quality monitoring, Pakistan now officially ranks as the most smog-affected country in the world. This designation transcends mere numerical ranking; it represents a living human tragedy that threatens the health […]
Pakistan Super League: Matches Restricted to Lahore and Karachi Amid Security Concerns
The Pakistan Super League 2026 edition will take place in a limited format, with matches confined to Lahore and Karachi, leaving Peshawar without a single fixture amid regional tensions and a nationwide austerity drive. PCB Chairman Mohsin Naqvi confirmed the decision following consultations with security agencies, citing the Middle East crisis and domestic fuel shortages […]
Looming Global Hunger Crisis: How US, Israel War on Threaten Millions
Looming Global Hunger Crisis: How US, Israel War on Threaten Millions