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KP govt moves to sharply raise traffic fines in budget decision

KP traffic police proposes tougher fines system to deal with traffic violations

Khyber Pakhtunkhwa /

PESHAWAR: The Khyber Pakhtunkhwa government has taken a significant step toward improving traffic discipline and public safety by proposing a tougher regime of fines and penalties in its 2025–26 provincial budget. These new measures are aimed at curbing the rising trend of traffic violations, particularly among underage drivers and operators of three-wheeled vehicles, which are […]

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First book fair held at Shangla University to promote reading culture

Bannu students hosts first-ever Book Fair to promote literacy and tolerance

Khyber Pakhtunkhwa /

BANNU: In a rare and inspiring cultural moment, the city of Bannu in Pakistan’s Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province witnessed its first-ever two-day book fair, organised by local youth and supported by the district administration. The event, held on June 16 and 17, drew wide participation, including women attending in veils, marking a significant moment for public

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Nawaz Sharif returns to Pakistan after two-week UK visit

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ISLAMABAD: Former Prime Minister and President of Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N), Mian Nawaz Sharif, returned to Pakistan today after completing a two-week visit to the United Kingdom. The high-profile return comes at a politically sensitive time as Pakistan navigates complex domestic and international challenges, with Nawaz Sharif’s role expected to gain renewed visibility in the

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Israel-Iran conflict escalates:

Iran warns Israeli civilians to evacuate Tel Aviv and Haifa, vows major retaliatory strike.

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TEHRAN: In an alarming escalation of rhetoric and military warnings, Iran’s Chief of General Staff of the Armed Forces, Major General Seyyed Abdolrahim Mousavi, has urged Israeli civilians to immediately evacuate Tel Aviv and Haifa, warning of an imminent and unprecedented retaliatory operation against Israel. In a televised video message, General Mousavi declared that Iran’s

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Seven killed and 15 injured in South Waziristan blast

Gas pipeline explosion sparks massive fire near Lakki Marwat

Khyber Pakhtunkhwa /

LAKKI MARWAT: A major natural gas transmission pipeline transporting gas from local oil and gas fields to Punjab was targeted in a late-night explosion near Wanda Arsala in the Lakki Marwat district, authorities confirmed Wednesday. According to police sources, the explosion was caused by planted explosives, which ripped through the pipeline and ignited a massive

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Federal govt approves Rs 35.97 billion for KP merged districts

Khyber Pakhtunkhwa /

ISLAMABAD: The federal government has approved a comprehensive development package worth Rs 35.97 billion for the uplift and reconstruction of the merged districts of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa.The decision, made under the special directive of Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, aims to integrate these historically neglected areas into the national development framework and bridge longstanding gaps in infrastructure,

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Aimal Wali slams PTI govt for allocating 50 million to Lahore Bar

Budget 2024-25 a cruel Joke with poor, says ANP’s Aimal Wali Khan

Khyber Pakhtunkhwa /

ISLAMABAD: Strong criticism continues to pour in from opposition benches over the federal budget for the fiscal year 2024-25, with Awami National Party (ANP) leader and Senator Aimal Wali Khan branding it as a “cruel joke” on the poor and a budget designed to protect the interests of the elite. Speaking during the Senate debate

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PIA special repatriation flight brought 107 stranded Pakistanis from Iran

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ISLAMABAD: A special repatriation flight operated by Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) successfully brought home 107 Pakistani nationals who had been stranded in Iran due to the recent closure of Iranian airspace. Flight PK-9552, a government-authorised charter, landed safely at Islamabad International Airport at approximately 3:00 AM on Wednesday after departing from Ashgabat, the capital of

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Kuwait lifts visa ban on Pakistani citizens after nearly two decades

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ISLAMABAD: Kuwait has officially lifted its visa restrictions on Pakistani nationals after nearly two decades, paving the way for renewed opportunities in employment, business, and family visits for thousands of Pakistanis in the Gulf region. The decision reflects the growing economic ties between Pakistan and Kuwait and includes the reinstatement of work, family, business, and

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President Xi warns against Global Power arrogance,says war no solution

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BEIJING: Chinese President Xi Jinping on Tuesday called on all parties involved in the Iran-Israel conflict to take immediate steps to de-escalate tensions and prevent further deterioration of the situation. Amid mounting hostilities in the region, Xi emphasised that “war is not the solution to any problem” and advocated for diplomacy and dialogue as the

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