ISLAMABAD/KHYBER PAKHTUNKHWA: Pakistan security forces killed 24 terrorists in two separate intelligence-based operations in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) on February 4–5, the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) announced on Friday. Read More: President, PM praise security forces after Khyber Pakhtunkhwa According to the ISPR, the operations targeted militants belonging to the banned Tehreek-i-Taliban Pakistan (TTP), referred to by the state […]
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KP Under-21 Games open with grand ceremony in Peshawar
The Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Under-21 Games commenced with a grand opening ceremony at the Peshawar Sports Complex on Wednesday, marking a major sporting event aimed at promoting youth talent across the province. Athletes from all regions of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa participated in a colourful march past, accompanied by cultural performances featuring traditional folk dances that reflected the […]
KP CM exposes federal government neglect
Peshawar: Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Chief Minister Sohail Afridi said the federal government owes the province over Rs 4,400 billion. He claimed Islamabad treats KP like a stepmother. Afridi urged youth to take responsibility for Pakistan’s future and improve the country’s economic and security conditions. Afridi stressed that the law must apply to everyone equally. He said […]
Shehbaz, Afridi parley remains apolitical with focus on funds, counterterrorism
In his first meeting with Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Chief Minister Sohail Afridi, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Monday emphasised the need for cooperation between the Centre and the KP government. The two leaders met at the PM House in Islamabad. During the meeting, which CM Afridi said was held at the premier’s invitation, the two discussed […]
PM Shehbaz, KP CM Afridi discuss pending funds and counter-terrorism
ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister (PM) Shehbaz Sharif met Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) Chief Minister (CM) Sohail Afridi on Monday at the PM House to discuss pending provincial funds, development projects, and counter-terrorism measures. Read More: KP CM writes to PM over ‘failure’ to release funds During the meeting, PM Shehbaz stressed the importance of cooperation between the federal and provincial […]
Three suspected robbers killed in Lakki Marwat police encounter
PESHAWAR: Three suspected robbers were killed during an alleged police encounter near Dallu Khel Phatak in Lakki Marwat, police officials confirmed on Tuesday. Read More: SHO injured in gunfight with criminals embraces martyrdom According to a police spokesperson, the encounter took place after law enforcement personnel came face-to-face with armed suspects, leading to an exchange […]
Security forces launch major operation in Bannu Domel
Security forces on Thursday launched a large-scale operation in Domel tehsil of Bannu district, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, targeting militant hideouts amid rising attacks on local communities and security personnel. Read More: Three CTD officials martyred in Bannu terrorist attack The operation, focused on the Sperka and Kotka Akbar Ali Khan areas, has involved more than 25 quadcopter strikes, […]
KP health human capital project hit by audit irregularities
The Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) Health Department’s Human Capital Investment Project (HCIP), launched with World Bank support to improve basic healthcare services, has come under serious scrutiny after an audit revealed widespread financial and administrative irregularities. Read More: KP approves policy for integration of pharma services in health The Rs24 billion project, approved by the World Bank Board […]
Khawaja Asif defends routine Tirah movement
Defence Minister Khawaja Asif said the current displacement in Tirah Valley is part of routine seasonal migration. He dismissed claims of a military operation, stressing the movement of families is voluntary. Thousands of residents have temporarily relocated due to harsh winter, moving to Bara and Peshawar. Asif addressed the press in Islamabad, flanked by Information […]
ANP calls for uniform counter terrorism policy across Pakistan
KARACHI: The Awami National Party (ANP) on Sunday demanded a comprehensive and uniform policy to tackle terrorism and extremism, rejecting the state’s past practice of distinguishing between “good” and “bad” militants. Read More: CM Afridi wants KP to have a say in anti-terror policy Addressing a rally organised by the party’s Sindh chapter to mark […]