Pakistan’s security forces intercepted and brought down unidentified drones loitering near the garrison city of Rawalpindi, a senior security official said on Friday, hours after authorities said they had shot down three drones launched from Afghanistan toward the northwestern city of Kohat. The incidents come amid heightened tensions between Pakistan and Afghanistan following cross-border strikes […]
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Female doctor shot dead in Kohat, hospitals close in protest
KOHAT, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa — A female doctor was shot dead by unidentified gunmen while returning home from duty in Kohat, sparking outrage and protests across the province. The incident occurred on a double road near a hospital in the Kohat Development Authority (KDA) area, where assailants opened indiscriminate fire, killing Dr Mehwish instantly. The attackers […]
Undocumented Afghans told to leave Kohat under repatriation policy
Authorities in Kohat have directed undocumented Afghans to leave the district voluntarily within the stipulated deadline under the federal government’s repatriation policy, warning that strict legal action will follow in case of non-compliance. Read More: UN warns Afghan arrests, detentions in Pakistan rise 18pc in January The directive was conveyed during a jirga held with Afghan maliks […]
Oil and Gas Development Company Ltd discovers major oil and gas reserves in Kohat
ISLAMABAD: The Oil and Gas Development Company Ltd (OGDCL) announced on Tuesday the discovery of significant oil and gas reserves at its exploratory well in Kohat District, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. Read More: Pakistan awards 23 offshore oil blocks to local and foreign consortium The discovery was made at the Baragzai X-01 (Slant) well, operated under the Nashpa […]
Kohat landslide kills four, two still trapped under debris
KOHAT: At least four people were killed and two others remain trapped after a landslide hit Qamar village in Gambat tehsil of Kohat on Tuesday. Read More: Landslide in coalmine claims two lives Rescue 1122 teams rushed to the scene following reports of the incident. Officials said the teams retrieved four bodies trapped under boulders after […]
New oil, gas find in Kohat signals boost to Pakistan’s energy security
In a major breakthrough for Pakistan’s energy sector, significant oil and gas reserves have been discovered in Kohat district of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, raising hopes for improved domestic energy production and reduced reliance on costly imports, the local correspondent of APP reported this from Kohat on Sunday. According to initial estimates, the exploratory well is expected […]
KP approves Rs52m for Tanda Dam renovation in Kohat
The Khyber Pakhtunkhwa government has approved Rs52 million for the renovation and beautification of Tanda Dam in Kohat, with plans to develop it into a modern recreational and tourist spot. The project aims to make the site more accessible and attractive for the public. Special Assistant to the Chief Minister on Information and Public Relations […]
Kohat–Kharlachi rail link approved to boost trade
PESHAWAR: The Khyber Pakhtunkhwa government has approved the construction of a 192-kilometre railway track connecting Kohat-Kharlachi in Kurram district, a key border trade point with Afghanistan. The project aims to improve regional connectivity and revive trade activities amid repeated disruptions at Pak-Afghan border crossings. Read More: PR launches plan to revive non-functional routes The decision […]
CTD operations kill four terrorists
KOHAT: Four terrorists were killed in separate operations conducted by the Counter Terrorism Department (CTD) in Kohat and Karak districts, officials said on Friday, as law enforcement intensified actions against militant groups in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. In Kohat’s Bazid Khel village, three militants — identified as Muhammad Qasim, Shahid, and Sahir alias Pata of the Saad […]
Policeman martyred, three terrorists killed in Kohat shootout
A violent shootout in Kohat, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, on Saturday resulted in the martyrdom of one policeman and the death of three terrorists. According to police officials, the incident occurred during an operation to apprehend militants in the mountainous region of Darmalak. In addition to the martyr, two other police officers were injured during the clash. […]