Tue, 21-Oct-2025

KP govt imposes ban on pillion ridding, gatherings 13 districts

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PESHAWAR: The Khyber Pakhtunkhwa government has imposed a ban on pillion riding and public gatherings in 13 districts in connection with the Chehlum of Imam Hussain (RA). According to the Home Department, the restrictions will apply in Peshawar, Nowshera, Mardan, Abbottabad, Mansehra, Haripur, Kohat, Hangu, Bannu, Kurram, Lakki Marwat, Dera Ismail Khan, and Tank. The … Read more

KP govt imposes Section 144 in Kohat, Hungu, Bannu

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KOHAT: The provincial government has imposed Section 144 in various districts of Kohat as part of enhancing security measures ahead of Chehlum Hazrat Imam Hussain (AS). Section 144 has been imposed in Peshawar, Kohat, Hangu and Bannu from August 9 to August 15. The violators found guilty of defying the ban would be dealt with … Read more

No constitutional way to bring down PTI’s KP govt, says CM Gandapur 

No constitutional way to bring down PTI’s KP govt, says CM Gandapur 

Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Chief Minister Ali Amin Gandapur on Tuesday again stressed that the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf is united and warned that any attempt to topple the provincial government through constitutional ways would not succeed. Gandapur said no matter how hard anyone tries, their government cannot be removed through constitutional means. He added that if anyone thinks … Read more

KP Govt arrests 48 miscreants in Kurram district

KP Govt

PESHAWAR: At least 48 miscreants in Kurram tribal district has been arrested and further actions would continue to ensure lasting peace in the region.

This was told during a meeting attended  by Chief Secretary Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Shahab Ali Shah and Inspector General of Police Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Zulfiqar Hameed in Kohat district where they chaired a high-level meeting to review the overall security situation in Kurram.

The meeting assessed the latest law and order developments, recent incidents, and the measures taken to address them, said an official communique issued here.

It was decided during the meeting that operations against terrorist elements involved in recent incidents would be further intensified.

The protection of citizens’ lives and property, along with efforts to improve their quality of life, will remain a top priority, and peace will be restored in all circumstances.

Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Police and other law enforcement agencies are implementing a comprehensive strategy to eliminate miscreants effectively. Additionally, the crackdown on those providing support and facilitation to such elements is being tightened.

The Government of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa reiterated that there was no room for miscreants or their facilitators, and all individuals involved would be held accountable under the law.

On the other hand, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Cabinet has approved a one-year paid internship program for 650 BS Nursing graduates under the Provincial Health Services Academy (PHSA).

These graduates will receive a monthly stipend of Rs31,000 and will undergo training in teaching hospitals across the province.

In an official statement, Advisor to the Chief Minister on Health, Ihtesham Ali, highlighted that, until now, there was no paid internship arrangement for BS Nursing graduates.

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KP govt airlifts life-saving medicines to upper Kurram

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PESHAWAR: The Khyber Pakhtunkhwa government has dispatched another shipment of 1500 kg of medicines to Upper Kurram via helicopter, stated Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Chief Minister Ali Amin Gandapur on Friday.

The CM emphasized his personal supervision of all relief activities in Kurram, ensuring that essential supplies were promptly delivered according to the needs of the affected areas.

A total of 1,500 kilograms of medicines were being sent to Parachinar via helicopter, he announced, with the shipment handed over to the Medical Superintendent of Parachinar.

The consignment included antibiotics, syrups, painkillers, and medicines specifically for children, ensuring comprehensive medical aid to the region.

CM Gandapur further assured that until ground access to Kurram was restored, medicines and other essential supplies would continue to be delivered via the Chief Minister’s helicopter.

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KP Govt decides to enhance security of judges

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PESHAWAR:  The Khyber Pakhtunkhwa government has decided to increase the security of judges across the province and committee prepared recommendations in this regard.

The committee constituted to review the security for the judges has recommended that judges deployed in sensitive areas should be provided personal security, as well as that for homes and the routes they travel on.

The committee has prepared recommendations in which it is suggested to provide security to the judges posted in sensitive areas in addition to personal security at home and on the way. While the responsibility of determining the sensitive area related to security will be handed over to Counter Terrorism Department (CTD).

The committee has also recommended bulletproof vehicles for all High Court benches and category A security for District and Sessions Judges.

According to the document, one head constable and 4 constables along with the district and sessions judge, 2 constables will be appointed for the security of the additional district and sessions judge.

While the committee has appointed civil judges, senior civil judges, judicial magistrate, family court and presiding officers. 1, 1 has been recommended to be posted on stable security.

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Section 144 imposed in Kurram district to preserve peace

Section 144

PESHAWAR: The Additional Chief Secretary of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa has issued a notification enforcing Section 144 in Kurram district for two months to maintain peace and order amid concerns over potential terrorist activities targeting the region’s stability. The directive includes a strict ban on public gatherings and the display of weapons along the district’s main highway. … Read more

KP Govt to deploy two FC platoons in Kurram

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PESHAWAR: Khyber Pakhtunkhwa government has decided to establish new police check posts and deploy two Frontier Constabulary (FC) platoons in Kurram Highway to ensure peace in the area. Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa’s Information Adviser Barrister Saif said that 2 FC platoons will also be deployed in Kurram along with new police check posts. Barrister Muhammad Ali Saif said … Read more

KP Govt bans employees from attending PTM rallies

KP Govt

PESHAWAR: The Khyber Pakhtunkhwa government has banned government employees from attending the banned Pashtun Tahafuz Movement(PTM) rally.

According to the notification issued by the government, all the government departments and employees of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa are informed that legal action will be taken if they participate in the program or activity of any banned organization.

The notification states that physical, financial or other participation, whether overt or covert, is illegal.

It should be noted that a few days ago, the federal government had imposed ban PTM.

The Ministry of Interior Affairs also issued a ban notification on PTM. The Interior Ministry statement said that PTM is a threat to peace and security in the country, under Section 11B of the Anti-Terrorism Act, 1997. PTM is banned.

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KP Govt forms committee to probe Swat blast on police mobile

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PESHAWAR: The Khyber Pakhtunkhwa government has set up a high-level investigation committee to find out the facts of the bomb blast incident near a police mobile on Malam Jabba Road in Swat on September 22.

The committee comprising of Special Secretary Zubair Khan and Additional Inspector General Alam Shinwari, would submit its report regarding the blast within seven days to the Home department.

It is pertinent to mention here that a policeman embraced martyrdom in the blast while three others sustained critical injuries.

The police van was leading a convoy of ambassadors of more than 10 countries to Malam Jabba.

All the dignitaries remained unhurt in the blast and were safely taken back to Islamabad soon after the blast.

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KP Govt imposes ban on use of mobile phones in schools

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PESHAWAR: A ban was imposed on the use of mobile phones in schools in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa.

The Directorate of Education Department has sent a letter to the education officers of all districts in which it has been asked to ban the use of mobile phones during school hours.

According to the Department of Education, the use of mobile phones during school hours hurts the student’s studies, so the use of mobile phones should be banned in the classroom.

The letter further said that the heads of the institution will receive mobile phones from all the staff in the morning.

In the post, it is directed that in case of emergency, the staff should contact the landline or mobile phone of the school head, the staff can use their mobile phone only during free time.

According to the letter, it is necessary to take permission from the heads of the institution to take pictures or videos.

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KP launches mobile app to provide compensation for flood damages

KP flood damages

PESHAWAR: The Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) government has launched a mobile application to assess the damages caused by heavy rains and floods in the province and award compensation. KP government has launched a mobile application in collaboration with the IT board for assessing the damaged houses in flood-affected areas to ensure transparent relief compensation to the … Read more

SC rejects K-P govt’s plea seeking delay in local bodies elections

Supreme Court

ISLAMABAD: The Supreme Court on Tuesday rejected the Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa (KP) government’s plea seeking delay in the local bodies elections across the province. A three-member bench of the apex court headed by Justice Umar Ata Bandial conducted the hearing of the plea. During the hearing the court was informed that the Election Commission of Pakistan has … Read more