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PESHAWAR:Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir, NI (M), Chief of Army Staff (COAS), visited the Corps Headquarters Peshawar today, where he was given a comprehensive briefing on the prevailing security situation and ongoing counter-terrorism operations in the region. During the visit, the Army Chief also attended the funeral prayers of the Shuhada of the recent terrorist […]
CHITRAL: Residents of Chitral have been grappling with persistent disruptions in PTCL’s internet service, causing widespread frustration and affecting daily life across the district. Despite several days of poor connectivity, the company has yet to implement any meaningful measures to address the issue. The ongoing outages have severely impacted a broad segment of the population. […]
EDITORIAL It is no longer a secret that India stands shoulder-to-shoulder with Israel — a state widely involved in destabilizing the Middle East. The relationship between the two extends beyond traditional diplomatic and political ties; it is rooted in a shared ideology of occupation, suppression, and aggressive territorial expansion. Their strategic partnership, often dubbed a […]
CHITRAL: The world-renowned Shandur Polo Festival concluded on a high note at the highest natural polo ground in the world, with Chitral A team claiming a thrilling victory over arch-rivals Gilgit A in the final match. The festival, held from June 20, attracted thousands of national and international tourists who gathered to witness the traditional […]
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan’s Foreign Office strongly condemned the United States’ airstrikes on Iranian nuclear facilities on Sunday, warning that the action could spark a wider conflict in the Middle East. The government called for an immediate cessation of hostilities and urged all parties to pursue dialogue in accordance with international law. The condemnation came hours after U.S. […]
ISLAMABAD: After years of administrative chaos and stagnation, football in Pakistan is finally regaining its footing on the international stage. In a major breakthrough, the newly elected President of the Pakistan Football Federation (PFF), Muhsin Gillani, held a successful meeting with FIFA President Gianni Infantino in Miami. The high-level engagement was warmly received, marking Pakistan’s […]
RAWALPINDI: Pakistan’s Chief of Army Staff, Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir, met US President Donald J. Trump at the White House on Wednesday for a high-level luncheon meeting, followed by a visit to the Oval Office. President Trump was joined by Secretary of State Marco Rubio and Special Representative for Middle Eastern Affairs Steve Witkoff. […]
ISLAMABAD: The U.S. Department of State on Wednesday reaffirmed President Donald Trump’s willingness to engage on the Kashmir dispute, emphasizing his commitment to addressing long-standing regional conflicts. The statement follows Trump’s earlier offer to mediate the Kashmir issue after successfully brokering a ceasefire between India and Pakistan in the wake of their most serious military […]
PESHAWAR: Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa witnessed an unprecedented surge in tourism during Eidul Azha, with over 932,000 visitors flocking to scenic destinations across the province in just three days. The Swat Valley emerged as the top attraction, drawing 288,424 domestic tourists and 63 international visitors to its popular spots, including Madyan, Bahrain, and nearby areas—further cementing its status […]