Former Pakistan captain Younis Khan has been appointed as the League Commissioner of the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Champions League, marking another major addition to the tournament’s leadership. In his new role, he will oversee cricket operations, technical affairs, rules and regulations, tournament structure and ensure the competition meets high professional standards. Read more : Younis Khan leaves […]
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Afridi asks PM to retain tax exemptions
Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Chief Minister Mohammad Sohail Afridi has urged Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif to defer the proposed withdrawal of tax exemptions for the merged districts and Malakand Division. He argued that ending the incentives now could undermine economic recovery and increase hardship in regions still facing security and development challenges. The request comes amid growing […]
PM aide calls for review of KP lawmakers’ privileges law
Prime Minister’s Coordinator for Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Affairs Ikhtiar Wali Khan has called for the reversal of recently enacted provincial laws that expand the powers, immunities and privileges of members of the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Assembly, arguing that the legislation requires reconsideration. Read More: KP Assembly approves privileges amendment bill Speaking at a press conference in Islamabad, Khan criticized the […]
KP Assembly approves privileges amendment bill
The Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) Assembly has passed an amendment to its Privileges Act, introducing penalties for actions considered to violate the privileges and dignity of the provincial legislature, including the unauthorized publication of assembly proceedings and committee reports. Read More: KP Assembly passes amendment bill allowing use Under the newly approved law, publishing or broadcasting the proceedings of […]
PM Shehbaz vows stronger push for polio-free Pakistan
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif reaffirmed Pakistan’s unwavering commitment to eliminating polio, stressing that protecting children from the disease remains one of the government’s highest national priorities. He said every possible measure is being taken to safeguard future generations and called for stronger cooperation among all stakeholders to achieve a polio-free Pakistan. The prime minister made […]
Monsoon devastation claims 14 lives across Pakistan provinces
The first spell of monsoon rains has caused widespread destruction across Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Balochistan and Punjab, claiming at least 14 lives and leaving dozens injured. Heavy rainfall, lightning strikes, flash floods, collapsing houses and strong winds damaged homes, disrupted daily life and prompted emergency authorities to launch rescue and relief operations in several affected districts. […]
Security forces kill 29 terrorists in border operation
Pakistan’s security forces killed 29 terrorists during an intelligence-based operation and subsequent precision strikes targeting militant camps and hideouts in the Pakistan-Afghanistan border region, Information Minister Attaullah Tarar said on Monday. According to the minister, the operation was launched in response to a series of recent militant attacks across the country. It included a ground […]
Six militants killed in Lower Dir operation by CTD
Six suspected militants were killed during a joint operation carried out by the Counter Terrorism Department (CTD) and police in Lower Dir district of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, authorities said on Wednesday. According to a CTD spokesperson, the operation targeted individuals allegedly involved in the recent attack on the Badwan Bridge Police Checkpost, which took place on […]
French woman and children rescued from alleged domestic abuse in Khyber district
A 54-year-old French woman and her children have been rescued by police in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa’s Khyber district after authorities received information alleging that she had been subjected to years of domestic abuse. According to police officials, a raid was conducted on June 18 in Bara tehsil after verified information was received regarding the situation. During […]
KP unveils Rs2.17 trillion budget for 2026–27, prioritises health, education and security
PESHAWAR: The Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) government on Thursday presented its 2026–27 budget with a total outlay of Rs2.17 trillion, focusing heavily on welfare, security and infrastructure development while projecting a modest Rs48 billion deficit. The budget was tabled in the provincial assembly by Chief Minister Sohail Afridi, who said the shortfall would be managed through […]