The district administration has imposed Section 144 across Abbottabad to ensure strict security arrangements ahead of the Passing Out Parade at the Pakistan Military Academy (PMA) Kakul scheduled for April 18, 2026. Deputy Commissioner Abbottabad, Sarmad Saleem Akram, issued the orders in view of the expected participation of senior military and civil dignitaries. Officials said […]
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KP launches water meters, pipeline upgrades to tackle shortages
PESHAWAR: The Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) government has announced a major initiative to install flow meters and replace rusted pipelines in Peshawar, Kohat, Abbottabad, and Mingora as part of the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Cities Improvement Project (KPCIP). Officials said the move aims to conserve water, reduce wastage, and manage the growing problem of non-revenue water—water extracted and […]
Prime suspect in Dr Warda Mushtaq murder killed in police encounter
ABBOTTABAD: The prime suspect in the high-profile murder of Dr Warda Mushtaq was killed in an alleged police encounter near the Thandiani area on Sunday evening, police sources confirmed. The suspect, identified as Shamrez, was being shifted to the District Headquarters Hospital following the operation. Read More: Investigation reveals Dr. Warda tortured before death The targeted raid took place in […]
New Details Emerge in Abbottabad Doctor Murder Case
New details have emerged in the murder case of Dr. Wardah Mushtaq, who was abducted from DHQ Hospital Abbottabad and later found dead. Police officials revealed that she was killed within one hour of her kidnapping. They confirmed that both vehicles used in the crime have been seized. The rapid timeline has increased pressure on […]
Dr Warda murder: 3 suspects arrested in Abbottabad
ABBOTTABAD: Authorities have revealed new details in the murder case of Dr Warda, confirming that her killing was part of a well-planned scheme. Read More: Two drug traffickers killed during encounter The District Police Officer (DPO) Abbottabad, Haroon Rashid, stated that four individuals were involved in the crime, with three already arrested. Dr Warda, who […]
Teen girl dies after falling from swing ride in Abbottabad
ABBOTTABAD – A 16-year-old girl lost her life after falling from a swing ride in Abbottabad’s Harnu area on Sunday, prompting police action against those responsible for the amusement facility’s safety. According to details, the deceased, identified as Iman Liaqat, a tenth-grade student, was visiting Harnu with three friends when the tragic incident occurred. Police […]
COAS Asim Munir Reviews Passing-Out Parade at PMA Kakul
ABBOTTABAD – Chief of Army Staff (COAS) Field Marshal Asim Munir reviewed a grand passing-out parade at the Pakistan Military Academy (PMA), Kakul, on Saturday. The ceremony marked the successful completion of training by cadets from the 152nd Long Course, 37th Technical Graduate Course, 71st Integrated Course, and 26th Lady Cadet Course. Read More: Security […]
SC waives penalty, orders merit-based appointments at Ayub medical college
The Supreme Court of Pakistan on Tuesday removed a Rs 5,00,000 penalty imposed on Ayub Medical College, Abbottabad, and directed the college to continue appointments of the dean based on merit. During the hearing, the court emphasized that all future appointments must follow established rules and regulations, ensuring transparency and fairness in filling vacant positions […]
CM Maryam Nawaz offers free higher education to children of industrial and mine workers
Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif has announced a historic program to provide free higher education to children of industrial and mine workers. The initiative covers all expenses at COMSATS University and applies to seven campuses across the country. The program is seen as a major step toward uplifting the working class through equal access […]
Shawalian residents protest against installation of stone crushing plant
Shawalian residents protest against installation of stone crushing plant. Despite a ban on cutting hills in Hazara division, the Department of Mines and Minerals Tuesday has started leasing the land for cutting mountains in the tourist areas of District Abbottabad. The lease contract which permitted stone crushing would destroy the natural environment of the area […]