Peshawar High Court halts deportation of 51 afghan refugees families
Peshawar High Court halts deportation of 51 afghan refugees
Civil Society White Paper Exposes ‘Pioneer’s Paradox’ In KP Local Governance
PESHAWAR – The Pakistan Development Alliance (PDA), a coalition of civil society organisations, has warned that local democracy in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) is being hollowed out by what it calls the “Pioneer’s Paradox” – a system that appears progressive on paper but is subverted in practice. In a newly released white paper titled The Pioneer’s […]
Total Lunar Eclipse (Blood Moon) to Light up Skies Over Pakistan Tonight
Total Lunar Eclipse (Blood Moon) to Light up Skies Over Pakistan Tonight
Earthquake in Afghanistan Kills More Than 800 People
A powerful earthquake in Afghanistan late on Sunday killed at least 812 people and injured more than 2,700, with officials warning that the toll could rise as rescue teams struggle to reach remote areas cut off by landslides. Most of the casualties occurred in Kunar province, where over 800 people died and at least 2,500 […]
Division of Swat District: KP Set To Increase Total Districts To 36
Peshawar (News Reporter) – The Khyber Pakhtunkhwa government (KP) has decided on the division of Swat district, which will increase the total number of districts in the province from 34 to 36. Following the Chief Minister’s directive, the Revenue Department has issued an urgent notice to the Commissioner Malakand and Deputy Commissioner Swat. According to […]
Khyber Pakhtunkhwa floods cause massive livestock losses worth Rs1.57bn
Peshawar – The recent floods in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa have caused catastrophic damage to the province’s livestock sector, with official estimates placing losses at more than Rs1.57 billion. A preliminary report issued by the provincial Livestock Department confirms that thousands of cattle, poultry, and shelters were destroyed, leaving farmers struggling to recover. Also Read: Floods Inflict […]
Judge Frank Caprio, known for kindness in court, dies at 88
PESHAWAR: Judge Frank Caprio, who became a global symbol of kindness in the courtroom, has died at 88 after a long fight with pancreatic cancer. His family confirmed his death today through his official social media pages, reported by BBC. Only a week before his passing, Caprio shared a special Independence Day message for Pakistan. […]
Curfew imposed in 24 areas of Bajaur for targeted operation
BAJAUR – The district administration of Bajaur has imposed a six-day curfew in 24 areas of Mamund tehsil to facilitate a targeted security operation against militants. The move comes with the approval of the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Home Department. According to an official notification, the curfew began on 16 August at 5 p.m. and will remain […]
Federal govt approves major projects for Hazara University, University of Malakand
PESHAWAR – The federal government has approved development projects for higher education institutions in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. Officials confirmed that 2.8bn rupees have been earmarked for Hazara University in Mansehra, while 1.34bn rupees will fund a women’s hostel complex at the University of Malakand. According to documents shared with the provincial government, the funds for Hazara […]
Audit report reveals illegal use of employees’ funds at University of Peshawar
PESHAWAR – An audit report has revealed that the University of Peshawar illegally used 689.2mn rupees from employees’ pension, general provident (GP), and endowment funds to cover salaries and operational expenses. The irregularities occurred during the fiscal years 2021-22 and 2022-23. According to the Auditor General’s findings, 289.7mn rupees from the pension fund and 399.5mn […]