News & views from Chitral
CHITRAL: The growing presence of militants linked to the banned Indian-backed proxy group Fitna Al Khwarij, more widely known as Tehrik-i-Taliban Pakistan (TTP), in Afghanistan’s northeastern Nuristan province has raised serious concerns for the peace and stability of Chitral— a district known for its beauty, harmony and peaceful traditions. Chitral is not only culturally significant […]
PESHAWAR: Tensions have surfaced within the ranks of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) as party workers in Peshawar voiced strong criticism against the central leadership, accusing it of nepotism and marginalizing long-serving members during the Senate ticket distribution process in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. During a protest held on Wednesday, local PTI activists expressed anger over the exclusion of […]
CHITRAL: In a landmark event, Lower Chitral Levies held a special Darbar at the historic Governor Cottage, where Commandant Chitral Levies and Deputy Commissioner Lower Chitral, Hashim Azim, addressed the personnel and listened to their concerns. Donning the Levies uniform and decorated with the rank of “Colonel” — a first in the history of Chitral […]
RAWALPINDI: Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir, NI (M), Chief of Army Staff (COAS), visited the National Defence University (NDU) in Islamabad today, where he delivered a keynote address to the graduating officers of the National Security and War Course, comprising participants from all military services. During his address, the Army Chief emphasized the evolving nature of […]
DROSH: Rehmat Shujauddin, who lost his life in a tragic shooting incident in Mori Lasht, was laid to rest on Monday in his ancestral graveyard in Naghor Dhap, Drosh, in the presence of hundreds of mourners. According to details, Rehmat Shujauddin, a resident of Drosh, was shot and killed by members of an opposing party over […]
Chitral (Staff Report) — The impacts of climate change are now ringing alarm bells in the once-cool mountain district of Chitral. This summer, the region is experiencing an unprecedented heatwave, with temperatures soaring to levels never seen before. Over the past two days, the mercury has surged between 44°C to 46°C, at times surpassing the […]
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 […]