BAJAUR: A police Constable Rab Demal Shah, who was on duty with a polio team, was targeted by unknown terrorists as he was returning to his duty post on Wednesday in Bajaur. Immediately after the attack, on the directives of District Police Officer Bajaur, a large police force arrived at the scene, cordoned off the […]
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PESHAWAR: In a significant move to enhance healthcare accessibility, the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) government has introduced free outpatient department (OPD) services under the Sehat Card Plus scheme. This initiative, launched on the special directives of Chief Minister Ali Amin Gandapur, aims to provide comprehensive healthcare facilities to citizens at their doorsteps. A ceremony was held
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PESHAWAR: Peshawar and surrounding areas experienced rain accompanied by strong winds, resulting in a noticeable drop in temperatures on Wednesday. The minimum temperature recorded was 12 degrees Celsius. The Meteorological Department has predicted more rain and snowfall in the upper regions of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP), including Chitral, Dir, Swat, Shangla, Battagram, Mansehra, Abbottabad, Buner, Malakand,
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MARDAN: Former Jamaat-e-Islami emir Siraj-ul-Haq has warned that the worsening relations between Pakistan and Afghanistan could have catastrophic consequences for both nations. Speaking to the media in Mardan, he emphasized that any efforts by a provincial government to engage with Afghanistan without the federal government’s backing are bound to fail and are contrary to national
Quetta: At least seven passengers were killed by unidentified militants on the national highway N-50 in the Barkhan area of Balochistan on Wednesday, according to Assistant Commissioner (AC) Barkhan, Khadim Hussain. The incident occurred when armed assailants stopped a passenger van travelling from Quetta to Faisalabad. The militants checked the passengers’ identity cards before offloading
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BY SHAHID JAN PESHAWAR: In the bustling streets of Peshawar, a seemingly innocent childhood treat has become the centre of a heated controversy. Lollipops, once synonymous with joy and sweetness, are now being blamed for luring children into dangerous habits. The district administration’s recent crackdown on the sale of “intoxicating” lollipops has sparked a wave
Islamabad: The United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) has issued updated directives for Afghan refugees residing in Islamabad and Rawalpindi, in line with the Pakistani government’s policies. Afghan refugees have been instructed to vacate the twin cities by February 28, unless they possess a valid visa for Pakistan. According to the UNHCR, Afghan refugees
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The International Cricket Council (ICC) announced on Friday that the prize money for the upcoming eight-nation Champions Trophy, set to begin in Pakistan next week, has been increased by 53%. The winning team will take home a staggering $2.24 million, while the runners-up will receive $1.12 million, according to an ICC statement. The total
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Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb has underscored Pakistan’s potential to export skilled labour to Saudi Arabia, aligning with the Kingdom’s Vision 2030 development goals. Speaking at the Emerging Market Economies Conference in AlUla, Aurangzeb highlighted the growing opportunities for Pakistan to contribute to Saudi Arabia’s economic transformation. “We see significant potential for exports from Pakistan, particularly
Rawalpindi: Army Chief General Asim Munir has said that as long as the nation and especially the youth stand together, the Pakistan Army will never lose. Pakistaniness is most important for us. We are fighting terrorists and rioters. These elements are misinterpreting Islam. According to the official media, Army Chief General Syed Asim Munir, while
