PHC issues contempt warnings after KP minister stopped from boarding flight
PESHAWAR — The Peshawar High Court (PHC) has expressed severe dissatisfaction over the offloading of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Higher Education and Youth Affairs Minister Meena Khan Afridi from a Germany-bound flight at Bacha Khan International Airport. A single bench headed by Chief Justice Syed Muhammad Atique Shah heard the high-stakes proceedings. During the session, the bench […]
Mega Development Projects in Peshawar: Chief Minister Launches Rs200bn Infrastructure Plan
PESHAWAR — In a major push to restore the provincial capital’s historic glory, Chief Minister Muhammad Sohail Afridi has officially launched a massive PKR 200 billion infrastructure package titled “Revitalization of Peshawar.” Consequently, the initiative aims to transform the city into a modern urban hub through rapid construction and strategic mega-projects. To kickstart this historic […]
At the Crossroads of the Frontier: A Complete Guide to the Gates of Peshawar
PESHAWAR — Imagine a place where ancient kings marched, silk traders bargained for fortunes, and centuries of history passed through a single set of wooden doors. For generations, the Walled City of Peshawar gates acted as the ultimate thresholds between the wild tribal roads of Afghanistan and the legendary wealth of old India. Today, the […]
Digital Shield: KP to Integrate Civil Secretariat with Safe City Project
PESHAWAR – The Khyber Pakhtunkhwa government has accelerated efforts to fortify the security infrastructure of the Civil Secretariat and its adjacent buildings. However, the Planning and Development (P&D) Department recently raised objections regarding specific technical aspects and expenditures, seeking detailed clarification. Specifically, the department has requested a comprehensive plan to integrate the Secretariat’s security control […]
KP Police Neutralize 108 Terrorists, Foil Major Sabotage Plots
PESHAWAR—The Khyber Pakhtunkhwa police have released a comprehensive performance report for the first quarter of the year. The KP Police counter-terrorism operations report details a series of high-stakes actions that successfully dismantled several major terror networks. Under the leadership of Inspector General of Police (IGP) Akhtar Hayat Khan, the provincial force thwarted 106 out of […]
University of Peshawar Financial Crisis: Is Privatization the Only Way Out?
PESHAWAR – The University of Peshawar’s financial crisis has reached a breaking point, leaving the administration paralyzed and thousands of employees without a clear future. There are reports that the institution lacks the funds to pay salaries or pensions past June, forcing a desperate standoff between the government, the university, and its workforce. Inside the […]
Journalists and Families Explore Peshawar’s Rich Heritage
PESHAWAR – In a vibrant effort to connect the youth with their cultural roots, the Peshawar Press Club (PPC) Education Committee organized a comprehensive one-day historical study tour for the children and families of its members. The tour, held in collaboration with Director General of Archaeology Dr. Abdul Samad, saw over 300 children visit the […]
Peshawar Police Arrest Five Robbers in Armed Shootouts
PESHAWAR—Law enforcement agencies recently intensified police encounters in Peshawar. This shift aims to curb a sudden spike in street crime. During high-stakes operations, police arrested five dangerous suspects. These individuals sustained injuries during intense exchanges of fire in Gulbahar, Daudzai, and Chamkani. Firefight in Daudzai Daudzai Police reported that a patrol team engaged a group […]
Mafkoorah: A Cultural Haven Reviving Art, Language, and Identity
PESHAWAR – In the dense heart of Peshawar, an intellectual intervention quietly counters the erosion of heritage. Mafkoorah functions as more than a mere institution. Instead, it operates as a vital organ for cultural preservation in Peshawar. It pumps new life into the artistic and linguistic veins of a city facing rapid change. Consequently, this […]
KP Announces Radical Overhaul of Food Safety Standards
PESHAWAR – The Government of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) has unveiled a comprehensive strategic plan to revolutionize food quality. This initiative targets public health safety through nine major interventionist measures. As a result, the Food Department is implementing fundamental changes to provide direct relief and pure nutrition to citizens. Poison on Our Plates: The Silent Crisis […]