JUI-F Moves to Challenge Sohaib Afridi’s Election
PESHAWAR — In a dramatic twist to Khyber Pakhtunkhwa’s unfolding political drama, Jamiat Ulema-i-Islam – Fazl (JUI-F) has announced that it will challenge the election of the new Chief Minister, Sohaib Afridi, in the Peshawar High court. Their demand: accept the resignation of the previous chief minister before proceeding with any new appointment. Lutfur Rehman, […]
Pakistan-Afghanistan tensions escalate amid cross-border clashes
PESHAWAR – Pakistan and Afghanistan’s bilateral relations have, for some time, faced persistent strains. The root causes are multi-layered. Pakistan has seen a continuous rise in terrorism-related incidents within its borders. Reports suggest India has provided training camps, financial aid, and safe havens for militants, deliberately ignoring Pakistan’s protests. The situation worsened after the withdrawal […]
Sohail Afridi Elected New Chief Minister of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa
PESHAWAR – Sohail Afridi has been elected as the new Chief Minister of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa after securing 90 votes, surpassing the required 73. Addressing the KP Assembly following his election, Afridi expressed gratitude to the founder of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) for trusting him with the position. “I thank the founder of PTI for selecting a […]
Tank’s longstanding water crisis sees major govt intervention
Tank’s longstanding water crisis sees major govt intervention
Pakistan-Afghanistan border clashes intensify as regional powers call for restraint
The Pakistan-Afghanistan border witnessed one of its fiercest exchanges in recent years, as unprovoked Afghan firing drew a powerful and sustained response from the Pakistan Army. According to security officials, Taliban forces launched coordinated attacks across multiple frontier points — including Angoor Adda, Bajaur, Kurram, Dir, Chitral, and Baramcha in Balochistan — prompting Pakistan to […]
Three militants killed in Dera Ismail Khan police training school attack
Three militants killed in Dera Ismail Khan police training school attack
Authorities Seal Islamabad Ahead of Tehreek-E-Labbaik Pakistan Protest
PESHAWAR – Authorities sealed the capital city, Islamabad, and suspended mobile internet services across the twin cities to prevent possible unrest ahead of the Tehreek-e-Labbaik Pakistan (TLP) protest scheduled for 10 October. The Ministry of Interior ordered the suspension of mobile data from midnight, while Section 144 of the Criminal Procedure Code (CrPC) was imposed […]
Terrorism, Crime Under Scrutiny In High-Level Police Meeting
PESHAWAR – Inspector General of Police (IGP) Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Zulfiqar Hameed chaired a high-level meeting at the Central Police Office, Peshawar, to review the province’s security and law and order situation. Senior police officials from Peshawar, Malakand, and Bannu regions joined in person and through video links. The meeting gathered Additional IGP Operations Muhammad Ali […]
Jaffar Express Explosion Near Sultan Kot Derails Four Coaches, Injures Passengers In Sindh
An explosion on the railway track near Sultan Kot in Shikarpur district derailed four coaches of the Jaffar Express and injured at least four passengers, according to police and railway officials. The passenger train was travelling from Peshawar to Quetta when the blast damaged a section of the track, prompting authorities to suspend rail traffic […]
Kanungo dismissed for manipulating land records in Tank
Kanungo dismissed for manipulating land records in Tank