ISLAMABAD: A new case of poliovirus has been reported from Torghar district in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, according to the National Emergency Operations Centre (EOC). With this latest case, the total number of polio cases reported in Pakistan in 2025 has risen to 30, the EOC confirmed. The National EOC urged parents to ensure that their children … Read more
SWAT: A moderate earthquake measuring 4.5 on the Richter scale jolted Swat and nearby regions of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa on Sunday, according to the National Seismic Monitoring Centre. The tremors, which originated at a depth of 50 kilometers with the epicenter located in the Hindu Kush region of Afghanistan, were felt across Swat and adjoining areas, … Read more
Polling is currently underway for by-elections on 12 vacant local government seats across six districts of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. Voting is being held for vacant seats reserved for women, laborers, farmers, and youth. The polling will continue until 4:00 PM today. In Dera Ismail Khan, voting is taking place for general, youth, and women’s seats in … Read more
PESHAWAR: The election for the new Chief Minister of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa will be held here on Monday. Four candidates are in the running for the position. The Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) has nominated Sohail Afridi, while the Jamiat Ulema-e-Islam-Fazl (JUI-F) has put forward Maulana Lutf-ur-Rehman as its candidate. From the Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N), Sardar Shah … Read more
Twenty years ago today, a powerful earthquake struck northern Pakistan, leaving a trail of destruction, despair, and death in its wake. The 7.6-magnitude quake, which occurred at 08:50 a.m. on October 8, 2005, devastated Azad Jammu and Kashmir, the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa town of Balakot, and parts of Indian-administered Jammu and Kashmir. Yet, two decades later, … Read more
PESHAWAR: Advisor to the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Government on Information, Barrister Dr. Saif, on Wednesday, called on the federal government to review its policy regarding the war on terror. In a statement, Barrister Saif emphasized that KP Chief Minister, Ali Amin Gandapur, is taking serious steps towards eliminating terrorism and ensuring peace and security. He highlighted … Read more
Partly cloudy weather with chances of light rain is expected in the upper districts of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa on next two days, with breaks in between. The Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) said that continental air is prevailing over most parts of the country, while a weak westerly wave is likely to reach the far northern areas … Read more
Islamabad: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has announced that Pakistan will host the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) summit in 2027. Talking about development and environmental efforts, the prime minister said Pakistan will have the honor of hosting the event and stressed the need to start preparations early to ensure its success. He shared that work is … Read more
KARACHI: Pakistan Navy is actively engaged in relief operations across flood affected regions of Punjab, Sindh and Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. The Emergency Response Teams (ERTs) are constantly operating to provide swift assistance and safeguard lives of those affected by the floods. Pakistan Navy has promptly deployed hovercrafts in the flood affected districts of Kashmore, Ghotki, Sukkur … Read more
PESHAWAR: Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Chief Minister Ali Amin Gandapur has approved the launch of the Ehsaas E-Pension System, which will come into effect on January 1, 2026. Under the new framework, pension payments will be processed entirely through a paperless digital system, replacing the existing manual mechanism. An Ehsaas Pension Dashboard will also be introduced to … Read more
PESHAWAR: More rain is likely in the upper districts of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa on Tuesday night and Wednesday, while Peshawar and other areas will continue to experience hot and humid weather. According to the Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD), a seasonal low over northern Balochistan, combined with strong monsoon winds from the Arabian Sea and Bay of … Read more
PESHAWAR – The Khyber Pakhtunkhwa government has officially implemented the e-stamping system across the province, replacing traditional stamp papers. According to a notification issued under the Registration Act, 1908, the use of manual stamp papers has been banned. From September 1, 2025, only e-stamping will be accepted, and physical stamp papers will no longer be … Read more
ISLAMABAD: The National Emergency Operations Centre (NEOC) has confirmed two new polio cases in southern Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, bringing the total number of cases in Pakistan this year to 23. According to the NEOC, the affected children belong to Tank district and North Waziristan. The Centre warned that polio is an incurable disease that can cause … Read more
ISLAMABAD: At least 799 people have lost their lives and 1,080 others have been injured in rain- and flood-related incidents across Pakistan since June. According to the latest data of National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA), covering the period from June 26 to August 25, shows that 7,175 houses were damaged while 5,552 livestock perished due … Read more
PESHAWAR: Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) government has released details of damage caused to the province’s communication infrastructure by floods and landslides during recent rains. According to the damage assessment report covering the period from August 15 to August 22, at least 331 roads sustained damage at 336 locations, affecting a total stretch of 493 kilometers. Of … Read more
ISLAMABAD: The government has officially established the 11th National Finance Commission (NFC) through a notification issued by the Ministry of Finance. According to the notification, the Federal Finance Minister will head the commission, which will consist of nine members. The finance ministers of all four provinces are included, along with one expert from each province. … Read more
Peshawar / Quetta: Heavy monsoon rains and subsequent flooding have caused widespread destruction in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) and Balochistan, leading to significant loss of life and property. Rescue 1122 teams in KP are actively engaged in relief efforts, while in Balochistan, at least 20 people, including children, have lost their lives. Khyber Pakhtunkhwa: 313 Dead, … Read more
Buner/Shangla/Swat: In response to the devastating floods across Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, the Pakistan Army and Frontier Corps North have intensified their relief and rescue operations in the worst-hit areas, including Buner, Shangla, and Swat. Additional contingents of the Pakistan Army arrived in the flood-affected regions last night and have assumed operational control to support local authorities … Read more
Bajaur: The death toll from a cloudburst in Bajaur’s Salarzai area has risen to 18, while three people remain missing. According to details, lightning strikes, torrential rains, and a cloudburst have crippled life across several districts of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. In Salarzai, four houses were completely destroyed, and rescue teams, aided by heavy machinery, continue operations … Read more
PESHAWAR: Hailing from the rugged valleys of Khyber district in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, young Masood Afridi has brought glory to Pakistan on the world stage, proving that determination, hard work, and perseverance can overcome any obstacle. Raised in a region once scarred by terrorism, this resilient athlete is now a Global Taekwondo Champion. His achievement has … Read more
Peshawar: The risk of Glacial Lake Outburst Floods (GLOFs) has increased in the upper regions of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa due to intermittent heavy rainfall. The Provincial Disaster Management Authority (PDMA) has issued an alert to concerned districts and departments. According to the Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD), residents of Upper and Lower Chitral, Dir, Swat, and Upper … Read more
Karachi: The Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) has issued a comprehensive alert for heavy rainfall and potential flooding across the country. While most of Sindh is expected to experience hot weather, Sanghar, Umerkot, Tharparkar, Mithi, and Mirpurkhas are specifically forecast to receive rainfall under this alert. Meanwhile, Sehwan Sharif’s katcha area has been battling flood-like conditions … Read more
Khyber Pakhtunkhwa: A curfew has been imposed in the Tank area of Jandola amid escalating security concerns. According to an official statement issued by the Deputy Commissioner, strict security measures will be enforced in Jandola from 6:00 AM to 7:00 PM today. The announcement states that all commercial centers and shops will remain closed during … Read more
PESHAWAR: At least four children lost their lives after drowning in a pond in Lakki Marwat district of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. The incident took place in the Daulatkhel area, where the children were bathing in the pond when they tragically drowned. Rescue officials reported that local divers, along with area residents, recovered the bodies after a … Read more
PESHAWAR: Terrorist attacks across Khyber Pakhtunkhwa claimed hundreds of lives and left many injured during the first six months of the year, a police report has disclosed. According to the report, the victims include police personnel, Frontier Constabulary (FC) personnel, khasadars, and civilians. The report details that terrorist incidents occurred in 15 districts of the … Read more
PESHAWAR: The Khyber Pakhtunkhwa has witnessed hundreds of terror-related incidents in first six months of 2025, according to a police report issued. According to the report, a total of 756 cases related to terrorism were registered in various police stations across the province between January 1 and July 1, 2025. During the same period, 94 … Read more
PESHAWAR: The Provincial Disaster Management Authority (PDMA) has issued a preliminary report detailing the human and material losses caused by monsoon rains in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. According to the report, flash floods have claimed 11 lives and left six others injured. The deceased include 4 men, 3 women, and 4 children. Swat district has reportedly suffered … Read more
PESHAWAR: At least two police personnel were martyred after unidentified assailants on a motorcycle opened fire in the Gadoon area of Swabi district, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. According to police officials, the incident took place within the jurisdiction of the IDS Gadoon Police Station, where the officers were dining at a local hotel when they were ambushed. … Read more
