KP CM Mohammed Sohail Afridi Says Force Alone Cannot Ensure Peace in Tribal Districts

Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Chief Minister Mohammed Sohail Afridi has emphasized that the use of force alone cannot bring lasting peace to the tribal districts, urging collaborative and result-oriented efforts to address ongoing unrest. Speaking at a peace jirga held in Bajaur, the chief minister highlighted that decades of military operations have failed to deliver sustainable peace…

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KP Textbook Board Seeks Approval to Publish Schoolbooks Independently

The Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) Textbook Board has formally requested the provincial government to allow it to develop and publish school textbooks independently, a move that could significantly reduce financial burdens and improve educational quality. According to officials, the board currently relies on private publishers for textbook development, resulting in an annual royalty payment of approximately…

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Shahid Khaqan Abbasi urges petrol price deregulation, criticises government policy

Former prime minister Shahid Khaqan Abbasi has called for a major shift in Pakistan’s fuel pricing system, urging the government to deregulate petrol prices and allow market forces to determine rates. Speaking at a press conference in Islamabad, Abbasi criticised inconsistent economic policies and said administrative control over fuel prices was not sustainable. He stressed…

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Punjab Ensures Foolproof Security for Vaisakhi Festival 2026

The Punjab Home Department has announced comprehensive security and administrative arrangements for the upcoming Vaisakhi Festival 2026, ensuring a safe and well-organized environment for thousands of pilgrims. The 327th Vaisakhi Festival will be observed from April 10 to April 19 across multiple gurdwaras in Punjab. Authorities expect around 26,000 Sikh pilgrims to participate in the…

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Punjab Deports Over 33,000 Illegal Foreign Nationals in Ongoing Repatriation Drive

Punjab Police has reported that more than 33,000 illegal foreign nationals, including Afghan citizens, have been deported from Punjab as part of an ongoing repatriation drive. According to official data, the deported individuals include 12,565 men, 6,695 women, and 13,760 children. The figures highlight that children make up a significant portion of those affected by…

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11 Killed in Panjgur Attacks as Security Forces Neutralise Six Militants in Balochistan

At least 11 people, including five civilians and six militants, were killed in a series of coordinated attacks in Panjgur district of Balochistan, highlighting the ongoing security challenges in the region. According to officials, the attacks took place late at night in the Khudabadan and Ramkan areas, where armed assailants targeted the homes of pro-government…

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Pakistan Offers Hajj Management Support to Bangladesh to Improve Pilgrim Experience

Pakistan has extended an offer to Bangladesh to share its expertise in Hajj management, aiming to improve the overall pilgrimage experience for Bangladeshi pilgrims while strengthening bilateral cooperation between the two countries. The offer was made during a meeting in Islamabad between Pakistan’s Minister for Religious Affairs, Sardar Muhammad Yousaf, and Bangladesh’s High Commissioner to…

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