“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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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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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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Armed Clashes in Swat leave Several Militants, Two Security Personnel killed

CBN SWAT – Two security personnel were killed and two others injured in clashes with militants in Swat’s Matta area, security sources confirmed on Wednesday. The banned Tehrik-i-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) has claimed responsibility for the attacks, which come amid a sharp rise in militant violence across KhyberPakhtunkhwa. Security sources also claim that several militants were…

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Historic Bid for Markhor! Trophy Hunting Fetches Over PKR 100 Million

Under the supervision of the Department of Parks and Wildlife, an auction event for the 2025–26 trophy hunting season was organized, attracting participation from national and international outfitters associated with hunting. A large number of representatives from community-controlled areas of Gilgit-Baltistan also attended the event. During the auction, several wild animals from community-controlled hunting areas…

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Review Meeting on Wheat Flour Prices Held under Chairmanship of KP Food Minister

A high-level meeting was held in Peshawar under the chairmanship of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Minister for Food Zahir Shah Toru, to review the recent increase in wheat flour prices across the province. The meeting was attended by Additional Secretary Food and Director Food, Muhammad Ashfaq, along with other senior officials.The Director Food briefed the meeting in…

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Timely warning is essential to prevent extremism: Seminar Participants

Ihtisham Toru A regional seminar in Peshawar on Tuesday stressed the need for gender-responsive, community-led early warning systems to prevent violent extremism. Organised by PAIMAN Alumni Trust, the event was attended by lawmakers, officials, academics, religious scholars, youth and civil society members. PAIMAN Chairperson Shafqat Mehmood introduced the Gender-Responsive Early Warning and Response System (GREWER),…

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KP Government Moves Forward with Ambitious Ski Resort Development in Boyun Valley

Ihtisham Toru Peshawar : A meeting was convened on tuesday under the chairmanship of Dr. Abdul Samad, Secretary of Culture, Tourism, Archaeology, and Museums Department Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP), to review and advance the establishment of the proposed Boyun New Ski Resort in the Boyun Valley, Kalam. The meeting, attended by Muhammad Nawaz, Additional Secretary, Tourism…

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Dir Police: Five Militants Killed in Upper Dir, Eight Police Injured in Clash, One Civilian Dead

Web Desk Police in the Upper Dir district of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa have stated that district police and the Counter-Terrorism Department (CTD) jointly carried out operations against militants and claimed to have killed five militants. According to a press release from Upper Dir police, eight police personnel were injured during a clash with the militants, and…

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