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Rain, snowfall likely in Peshawar, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa

Rain and snowfall in Pakistan: Tourists flock to scenic valleys

Parts of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa experienced scattered rainfall over the past 24 hours, with experts predicting intermittent wet weather to continue into Thursday night. According to the Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD), a shallow westerly wave is affecting the upper regions of Pakistan and is expected to persist for the next 24 hours. Under these conditions, cold … Read more

Gandapur avoids meeting with PM Shehbaz 

Gandapur

PESHAWAR: Chief Minister Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Ali Amin Gandapur did not welcome Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif during his visit to Peshawar.

According to the protocol, the presence of the governor and the chief minister is necessary on the arrival of the prime minister, but Chief Minister Ali Amin Gandapur was not present during the ceremony at the governor’s house.

The Chief Minister was not present on the occasion of the distribution of relief cheques to the victims of the rain and in the meeting related to law and order and financial affairs of the province.

Chief Minister Ali Amin Gandapur did not even participate in the swearing-in ceremony of the Prime Minister.

The Chief Minister of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa participated in the oath-taking ceremony of the provincial cabinet after some time.

PTI leader Zahir Shah Toro said that the Prime Minister is not a Form 45 holder, but a Form 47 holder, so the Chief Minister did not go to the reception.

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More rains, snowfall expected in Peshawar, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa

More rains, snowfall expected in Peshawar, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa

According to the Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD), widespread rains, isolated hailstorms, and heavy snowfall in mountainous areas are expected in Peshawar and various parts of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa from Thursday night through Friday and Saturday. A strong westerly wave prevailing over western Pakistan is forecasted to affect most areas of the country until Sunday, March 3rd. … Read more

Weather forecast for Peshawar, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa

Peshawar

Temperature and Conditions: The current temperature in Peshawar is 15°C with a mix of clouds and sun prevailing. RealFeel® and RealFeel Shade™: The RealFeel® temperature is slightly warmer at 19°C, while the RealFeel Shade™ temperature is 16°C, providing a comfortable atmosphere. Max UV Index and Wind: The Max UV Index is low, indicating minimal sun … Read more

Rain, hailstorm, and snowfall expected in Peshawar, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa from February 25

Rain, snowfall likely in tourist sites in Pakistan till Feb 27

The Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) has forecasted rain, thunderstorms, and possible hailstorms with snowfall in Peshawar and parts of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa from Sunday night to Tuesday (February 25-27). This is due to a westerly wave entering Balochistan on Sunday night, affecting the upper parts of the country on Monday. The regions likely to be affected … Read more

Latest weather update today Peshawar, KPK

KPK

Detailed Analysis Temperature: Peshawar is currently experiencing a temperature of 16°C, providing relatively mild conditions. Weather: The weather is partly sunny, with a mix of sun and clouds creating a varied atmospheric experience. RealFeel®: The RealFeel® temperature is recorded at 19°C, providing a comfortable sensation to residents and visitors. RealFeel Shade™: In shaded areas, the … Read more

Peshawar expecting more Rain & Snowfall

Murree, Punjab weather update today

The Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) predicts more rain and snowfall in Peshawar and parts of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa over the upcoming weekend. This is due to a westerly wave affecting Balochistan and upper Sindh, expected to impact the upper regions of Pakistan. Under these conditions, on Friday evening/night, areas like Chitral, Dir, Swat, Kohistan, Shangla, Malakand, … Read more

Peshawar, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa expecting more Rain & Snowfall

Peshawar, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa expecting more Rain & Snowfall

The Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) predicts rain and snow in Peshawar and parts of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa over the next two days. A westerly wave is affecting western and upper regions of Pakistan, expected to persist for the next few days. This will bring cold weather to most districts, particularly very cold and cloudy conditions in … Read more

Peshawar, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa expecting more Rain & Snowfall

Peshawar, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa expecting more Rain & Snowfall

The Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) predicts increased rainfall and snowfall in Peshawar and parts of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa over the next two days. A westerly wave is impacting the western and upper regions of Pakistan, expected to persist in the upper parts in the coming days. Consequently, cold weather is anticipated across most districts of the … Read more

Massive fire erupts at mobile market in Peshawar  

Peshawar  

PESHAWAR: The fire broke out in a multi-storey mobile market, Time Centre plaza here in Sadar Bazar on early Friday where  around 200 shops gutted.

The damage was estimated to be in millions of rupees as the Rescue-1122 fire-fighting teams could only extinguish 90 percent of the fire in the building till the filing of this news.

The police completely sealed Sadar Bazar and got the houses adjacent to the building vacated to avoid any loss of human life.

According to Rescue 1122 Bilal Ahmed Faizi, four shopkeepers got trapped in the building in a bid to take out their mobile phones and other precious electronic gadgets from their shops.

The Rescue teams safely evacuated the trapped persons, said the spokesman, adding that over 130 firefighters and 26 fire vehicles, four water containers and four ambulances were participating in the operation.

The fire-fighting officials and vehicles of Rescue-1122 were also called from Peshawar, Mardan, Nowshera, Charsadda and Khyber to extinguish the fire.

The fire got wild after explosions of batteries and UPS in the mobile center.

The fire that broke out in the mobile market around 3 a.m. turned almost all mobile accessories, mobile phones, furniture and other items in around 200 shops to ashes.

The Rescue officials used different means including the use of smoke injectors and heavy machinery to overcome the trapped smoke and cool down the building.

Onlookers including affected shopkeepers flocked to take in the spectacle of the intensity of the fire.

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Peshawar experiences coldest day of winter season

Karachi to experience freezing temperature next week

The cold wave persevered in Peshawar and most parts of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa on Tuesday with experts seeing no break from the usual harsh weather settings during the current week Kalam persisted the coldest place in the province where mercury dropped 06 degrees Celsius below freezing. In Peshawar, the lowest temperature fell to freezing point, making … Read more

Earthquake tremors hit Peshawar, surrounding areas

Earthquake in Peshawar

Earthquake tremors were felt in other cities, including Peshawar, the provincial capital of Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa, after which panic spread among the citizens. The sources have revealed that earthquake shocks have been felt in Malakand, Chitral, Dir Bala, Swat, and surrounding areas of Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa. Due to the tremors of the earthquake, a large number of citizens came … Read more

Peshawar, Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa latest weather update

Peshawar weather update

Peshawar, a city rich in history and culture, is also blessed with diverse weather patterns that add to its charm. let’s delve into the current weather conditions and take a sneak peek into the forecast for the coming days. Current Weather Snapshot: Temperature: The current temperature stands at a mild 17°C, with a RealFeel® of … Read more

Foreign tourist commits suicide in Peshawar

Foreign
  • A foreign tourist identified as Joshua Moises Vargas.
  • Police have collected evidence from crime scene.
  • Italian tourist was staying temporarily in private society.

PESHAWAR: A foreign tourist allegedly committed suicide in Muradabad area of Peshawar city.

Police sources said an Italian national allegedly committed suicide in Moradabad area, a foreign tourist identified as Joshua Moises Vargas.

The police have collected the evidence from the crime scene and started further investigation.

The Italian tourist was issued a tourist visa on October 9 and the deceased entered Peshawar from Bacha Khan International Airport on October 18.

The police said the Italian tourist was staying temporarily in a private society flat.

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CTD thwarts attack as terrorist arrested in Peshawar

CTD Peshawar

The Counter Terrorism Department (CTD) on Saturday thwarted a possible attack, following the arrest of a terrorist in Peshawar The CTD spokesperson reported that a joint operation was launched in Mardan, leading to the apprehension of terrorist Sulaiman. A large cache of arms and ammunition was recovered from the terrorist hideout, which were hidden in … Read more

Grand operation to begin against illegal Afghan residents in Peshawar

Operation Peshawar Afghan

A significant decision has been made to launch a grand operation against the illegally residing Afghan refugees in Peshawar. Joint teams, consisting of representatives from the revenue department, police, and district administration, have been formed to carry out this operation. SSP Operations Kashif Aftab Abbasi chaired a meeting, bringing together Divisional SPs, Assistant Deputy Commissioners, … Read more

FIA Peshawar Circle arrest impersonator portraying as key officer of intelligence org

FIA Peshawar impersonator

The FIA Anti-Corruption Circle in Peshawar on Thursday arrested an impersonator, posing as an officer of an intelligence organization. Accused Sajjad Hussain who was portraying himself as fake deputy director and used to take money from people, was nabbed from Haripur. The imposter, who by profession is a motor mechanic, targeted government officials, coercing them … Read more

MDCAT Exam: Govt announces emergency in KP hospitals

MDCAT
  • MDCAT exam will be held on November 26, 2023 in KP.
  • Health emergency declared in 10 hospitals of province.

PESHAWAR: The Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Home Department on the directives of the Secretary of Health has announced a health emergency in seven MTI and district headquarters hospitals of the province Medical and Dental College Admission Test (MDCAT) 2023 exam on November 26.

MDCAT for admissions in medical and dental colleges across the province will be held on November 26, 2023.

The hospitals where health emergency has been declared included Mufti Mehmood Memorial Hospital (MTI) and DHQ Hospital (MTI) DI Khan, DHQ Hospital Kohat, Khyber Teaching Hospital (MTI) Peshawar, Mardan Medical Complex (MTI) and DHQ Hospital Mardan, DHQ hospital Batkhela, Malakand, Saidu Teaching Hospital Saidu Sharif and THQ hospital, Kabal in district Swat and Ayub Medical Complex (MTI) Abbottabad.

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Eight terrorists killed in Bannu joint operation

Bannu terrorists

The security forces and the Peshawar police in a joint operation killed eight terrorists in Bannu on Tuesday. The operation against the terrorists was carried out after receiving a tip-off. Following the secret information, a joint operation was launched against the terrorists wanted by the police under serious cases including terrorism. Heavy exchange of fire … Read more

Above 23,000 illegal Afghan residents identified in KP

illegal Afghan KP

The Department of Interior and Tribal Affairs in Peshawar have identified 23,451 illegal Afghans in major cities across 32 districts of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. The Department of Interior and Tribal Affairs in Peshawar has gathered data on these individuals and forwarded it to the Ministry of Interior. Peshawar, the capital city, stands out with 17,118 illegal … Read more

Weather Update for Peshawar, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa

Weather Forecast for Peshawar, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa

Peshawar residents are enjoying a delightful weather respite as the city experiences a perfect blend of sunshine and mild temperatures today. The current temperature stands at a comfortable 16°C, with a RealFeel® of 20°C, making outdoor activities a joy for locals and visitors alike. The day promises to be sunny, with a forecasted high of … Read more

CTD arrests fundraiser of banned outlet in Peshawar

CTD
  • A big amount of foreign currency recovered from accused.
  • A case of terrorism has been registered at CTD police station.
  • The accused Sultan funding to Daesh and belongs to Afghanistan.

PESHAWAR: The Counter-Terrorism Department (CTD) arrested the accused who was funding the banned organization Daesh in the name of business.

According to CTD officials, $11,000, 150,000 euros, and 22,000 riyals  have been recovered from the arrested accused Sultan.

CTD officials said that a case of terrorism has been registered at police station CTD. The accused belongs to Afghanistan.

According to CTD, Pashto writing was also recovered from the pocket of the accused, which contained instructions regarding the target, besides the word Daesh was also written on the chain of the key recovered from the pocket of the accused.

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FIA commercial baking circle Peshawar arrest three involved in hawala-hundi, illegal currency exchange

Peshawar hawala-hundi

The Federal Investigation Agency (FIA) Commercial Baking Circle of Peshawar arrested three suspects involved in hawala-hundi and illegal exchange of currency from Mardan and Kohat on Wednesday. The arrested individuals were identified as Asadullah, Roohul Amin and Muzamil, who nabbed from Yadgar Chowk in Peshawar. During the raid, huge sums of money were recovered from … Read more

FIA Peshawar nabs six involved in hawala-hundi, sale of substandard medicines

Peshawar hawala-hundi

FIA Peshawar Zone on Tuesday arrested six suspects involved in hawala-hundi, the sale of counterfeit medicines, and fake currencies. The crackdown was carried out by Anti-Corruption Peshawar, Composite Circle Abbottabad, and Mardan, all under the jurisdiction of the FIA. Significant amounts of currency worth millions of rupees have been recovered from the accused individuals. The … Read more

FIA commercial baking circle Peshawar arrest three involved in hawala-hundi

FIA Peshawar

The Federal Investigation Agency (FIA) Commercial Baking Circle of Peshawar arrested three suspects involved in hawala-hundi and illegal exchange of currency from Mardan and Kohat on Saturday. During the raid, substantial sums of money worth over 0.2 million rupees were recovered from the accused. The arrested individuals were found to be running money exchange businesses … Read more

Weather Update For Peshawar, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa

Weather update for Peshawar

Peshawar, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa  The RealFeel® temperature is currently at 26°C, with the RealFeel ShadeTM temperature at 23°C. The maximum UV index is at a moderate level of 4. The wind is coming from the northwest at 7 km/h, with gusts reaching 7 km/h. The humidity is at 56%, and the indoor humidity is slightly humid … Read more