A political controversy has emerged after Adviser to the Prime Minister Ikhtiar Wali claimed that Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Chief Minister Sohail Afridi is suffering from depression and has reportedly drafted his resignation twice. Speaking on a television programme, the PM’s adviser alleged that governance in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa had deteriorated and that the chief minister was facing […]
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Punjab Assembly 40th session summoned by Speaker
Malik Muhammad Ahmad Khan, the Speaker of the Punjab Assembly, has summoned the 40th session of the provincial assembly. Read More: Punjab Local Government Bill Sparks Uproar in Assembly According to an official notification, the session is scheduled to take place on Friday, April 3, at 2:00 PM. The proceedings will be presided over by Malik Muhammad […]
Balochistan extends school closures until March 31
Quetta: The Government of Balochistan has announced that all public and private school in the province will remain closed until March 31, 2026, citing prevailing circumstances in the region. #Balochistan government has decided to extend closure of all public and private educational institutions till 31st of this month @dpr_gob #RadioPakistan #News https://t.co/8K1iLDDnyO pic.twitter.com/sbZlCOZRDt — Radio […]
KP government opposes military operations, calls for inclusive peace plan
Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) Chief Minister Sohail Afridi on Monday reaffirmed the provincial government opposition to military operations in the region, warning that decisions taken behind closed doors and imposed on the province could raise serious concerns among stakeholders. Afridi emphasized that issues in KP should be resolved through political, social, and consultative processes rather than […]
KP peace jirgas struggle to curb rising terrorism
PESHAWAR: Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) has witnessed a series of jirgas over recent months aimed at addressing the province’s deteriorating law and order situation, yet analysts say tangible improvements remain elusive. Unlike previous gatherings, the KP Peace Jirga convened by the provincial government on Wednesday at the provincial assembly was attended by all political parties, marking […]
KP peace jirga calls for power shift: Police to lead, provinces to consult
The Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Peace Jirga, held at the provincial assembly, has called on the federal government to consult the province in shaping Pakistan’s Afghan foreign policy. The jirga also decided that the provincial police and Counter-Terrorism Department (CTD) will take the lead in ensuring internal security. Representatives from major political parties, including PTI, ANP, PPP, […]
Shehbaz congratulates Sohail Afridi, pledges full support to KP government
CHITRAL: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif congratulated Sohail Afridi on becoming Khyber Pakhtunkhwa’s chief minister. He also offered full support to the provincial government. Sharif made the remarks during the groundbreaking ceremony of the Danish School in Chitral. He praised the local community for being educated and cultured despite limited educational facilities. The prime minister said […]
Sohail Afridi says he wasn’t elected on any ‘parchi’
PESHAWAR — Newly elected Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Chief Minister Sohail Afridi on Monday dismissed claims that he became CM through favoritism, saying he was not chosen on any “parchi.” In his maiden address to the provincial assembly after his election, Afridi expressed gratitude to former CM Ali Amin Gandapur for his leadership and service. “Gandapur submitted […]
KP governor hints at no-confidence motion in provincial assembly
Governor of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP), Faisal Karim Kundi, has hinted at the possibility of bringing a no-confidence motion against the provincial government. He stated that if the opposition gains even one more member than the government in the KP Assembly, it will be their democratic right to move a no-confidence motion. He mentioned that the […]