Day-Long Curfew in Lower South Waziristan Amid Protests for Peace in Waziristan and Tirah

Day-Long Curfew in Lower South Waziristan Amid Protests for Peace in Waziristan and Tirah

 WANA – Authorities in Lower South Waziristan imposed a day-long curfew across several areas on Tuesday. The move came amid growing security concerns, while thousands of residents in North Waziristan and Tirah Valley held protests against planned military operations. They demanded peace, dignity, and an end to forced displacement. Curfew Enforced to Ensure Public Safety […]

Bomb Blast in Bajaur Kills Assistant Commissioner, Tehsildar, And Two Guards

Deadly IED Blast Kills Assistant Commissioner, Tehsildar In Bajaur

PESHAWAR – A deadly bomb blast in Bajaur on Tuesday killed four people, including Assistant Commissioner Nawagai and a Tehsildar. The explosion occurred in the Phattak Mela Ground area of Nawagai Tehsil, where an improvised explosive device (IED) struck their vehicle and destroyed it instantly. Two bodyguards also lost their lives in the blast, while […]

Khyber Pakhtunkhwa’s Battle for Its Rights

Khyber Pakhtunkhwa constitutional battle, KP hydropower dues, Pakistan resource inequity.

PESHAWAR – Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) is not just a land of rivers and rugged beauty—it is a crucible of sacrifice, its people scarred by the war on terror, its resources fueling Pakistan’s ambitions. Yet, for all its contributions, KP is denied its constitutional rights, its coffers bled dry by a federation that seems to have […]

‘Apna Meter, Apni Reading’— Who Really Benefits the Most?

PESHAWAR: Apna Meter, Apni Reading- Starting this month, electricity users across Pakistan have a new way to push back against inflated bills — and it fits in the palm of their hand. The Ministry of Power and Energy has launched a feature under the slogan Apna Meter, Apni Reading, giving consumers the power to upload […]

Taliban Suicide Bombing Martyrs 13 Soldiers in North Waziristan

Security Forces Foil Suicide Attack Attempt on Pakistan-Afghanistan Border

PESHAWAR – At least 13 soldiers have been martyred and nearly 30 people injured – including women and children – after a suicide bomber drove an explosives-laden vehicle into a military truck in the Mir Ali area of North Waziristan on Saturday morning, according to officials. The attack took place in Khaddi Market, a busy […]

Hania Amir stuns in ‘Sardaar Ji 3’—and not everyone’s happy

It was supposed to be a light-hearted trailer drop, vibrant glimpse into the world of Sardaar Ji 3, a film promising colour, chaos and charisma. But instead, the internet lit up with hashtags, fury, and nationalism. At the heart of it all: a few frames featuring Pakistani actress Hania Amir. On 22 June, when Indian […]

Trump Warns Israel Over Iran Ceasefire Breach: What Sparked His Fury?

Pakistan US trade agreement

Just hours after a fragile Iran-Israel ceasefire took effect, U.S. President Donald Trump fired off a blunt warning—this time not at Tehran, but at Tel Aviv. Posting on the social media platform Truth, Trump told Israel in no uncertain terms: “Do not drop the bombs. If you do, it will be a major violation. Call […]

Iran-Israel Ceasefire Sparks Record Rally in Pakistan Stock Exchange

Iran-Israel Ceasefire Sparks Record Rally in Pakistan Stock Exchange

PESHAWAR – The iran-israel ceasefire triggered a record surge at the Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) on Tuesday. The benchmark KSE-100 index jumped by 5,800 points, closing at 122,000 — a 5 percent rise in a single session. As per PSX regulations, the market paused trading after hitting the upper circuit breaker. The halt lasted 45 […]