“Ushu Forest is not just a woodland—it is destined to become a new symbol of charm for tourists,” Dr. Abdul Samad.

Ihtisham Toru Peshawar: “The Eco-Tourism Project in Kalam’s enchanting Ushu Forest will unlock fresh opportunities for local employment,” said Secretary of Tourism. In line with the tourism vision of Chief Minister Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Ali Amin Khan Gandapur, the provincial government has announced major initiatives to further enhance the appeal of its tourist destinations. Through joint…

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US Envoy Urges Islamabad to Engage Taliban as Pakistan Presses Kabul over TTP

Just days after Pakistan warned Kabul to “choose between Islamabad and the banned Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP),” a senior American diplomat has advised Islamabad to adopt a political approach instead of relying solely on force. Zalmay Khalilzad, former US Special Representative for Afghanistan under President Donald Trump, said Pakistan should prioritize dialogue with the Afghan Taliban….

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Major GLOF Alert in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Risk of Glacial Lake Outburst Floods

CBN247 : The threat level has risen in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa after continuous rainfall, with the Provincial Disaster Management Authority (PDMA) issuing an emergency GLOF alert. Authorities have warned of a high risk of glacial lake outburst floods in Upper and Lower Chitral, Dir, Swat, and Upper Kohistan, urging both residents and tourists to adopt immediate…

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KP Education Offices Shut Down After Armed Intrusion, Work-from-Home Ordered

Report By CBN247 : A serious incident unfolded in the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Elementary and Secondary Education Department when Special Assistant to the Chief Minister for Relief, Rehabilitation, and Settlement, Naik Muhammad, stormed into the department’s office along with armed men. The group forcibly occupied the premises for nearly half an hour. During the episode, the…

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United States Sends Flood Relief Assistance to Pakistan

The United States has begun delivering emergency flood relief assistance to Pakistan after widespread and catastrophic flooding displaced thousands and caused large-scale destruction. According to the U.S. Department of State, the relief package includes food, shelter, and other lifesaving supplies. In addition, the U.S. military has delivered critical equipment to the Pakistan Army through C-17…

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Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif to Attend Emergency Arab-Islamic Summit in Doha

CBN Islamabad: Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif will travel to Qatar to attend the Emergency Arab-Islamic Summit, scheduled to be held in Doha on 15 September 2025. The Summit, co-sponsored by Pakistan, has been convened in response to recent Israeli airstrikes on Doha and the worsening situation in Palestine, including attempts to occupy Gaza, expand…

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ANP Leader Jafar Khan Shot Dead in Swat: TTP Claims Responsibility

Swat, Pakistan : His body was shifted to Kabal Hospital for postmortem, where a large number of ANP leaders, workers, and local residents gathered. The atmosphere remained tense and grief-stricken as news of the killing spread through the community, sparking fear and panic. Police have registered a case and begun investigations, though the perpetrators have…

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Tom Eckert Assumes Role as U.S. Consul General in Peshawar

Peshawar: Veteran U.S. diplomat Tom Eckert has officially assumed charge as the new Consul General at the United States Consulate General in Peshawar, bringing with him over two decades of diplomatic experience. Welcoming his arrival, U.S. Chargé d’Affaires Natalie Baker praised Eckert’s appointment, stating: “Tom joins a long line of distinguished diplomats who have represented…

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