NCSW condemns exploitation of women by militant groups, urges urgent protection measures
The National Commission on the Status of Women (NCSW) has expressed grave concern over the growing exploitation of women by militant and extremist organisations in conflict-affected areas of Pakistan, particularly…
Lawmakers call for unity, firm action to tackle militancy
Islamabad: Lawmakers in the National Assembly on Tuesday urged national unity, decisive measures against militancy, and a comprehensive strategy to address the root causes of unrest, with particular focus on…
KP Food Authority finalises pre- and during-Ramazan anti-adulteration strategy
The Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Food Safety & Halal Food Authority has finalised a comprehensive strategy to launch special campaigns against adulterated, unhygienic, and substandard food before and during the holy month…
KP lawmakers question federal push for 20mg nicotine pouches, warn of youth health risks
Lawmakers in the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Assembly have raised concerns over a federal move to fast-track mandatory standards for nicotine pouches, warning that allowing high nicotine levels could expose children and…
A living nation must speak up, KP chief minister tells youth
Chief Minister of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Sohail Afridi on Sunday addressed the Young Leaders Convention in Peshawar, announcing new initiatives for youth empowerment while criticising federal policies, corruption, and what he…
Finance minister pledges support for KP’s financial claims
Islamabad: Federal Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb has assured Khyber Pakhtunkhwa of full cooperation in securing its legitimate financial claims under the National Finance Commission (NFC) and other frameworks, while stressing…
FAO delegation meets deputy commissioner Swat to review agriculture and livestock situation
A delegation of the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) called on Deputy Commissioner Saleem Jan Marwat in Swat to review the current situation of the agriculture and livestock sectors, assess…
Kazakhstan president arrives in Pakistan on two‑day visit
Islamabad: Kazakhstan’s President Kassym‑Jomart Tokayev arrived in Pakistan on Monday for a two‑day official visit, accompanied by a high‑level delegation of senior ministers and government officials. President Asif Ali Zardari…
Pakistan and Cambodia expand trade and investment ties through parliamentary engagement
Pakistan and Cambodia have agreed to deepen cooperation in trade, investment, and parliamentary exchanges following high-level talks held during an official visit by Chairman of the Senate of Pakistan Syed…
Pakistan to join Iran–US talks on regional de‑escalation
Islamabad: Pakistan will participate in upcoming talks between Iran and the United States in Istanbul, the Foreign Office confirmed Tuesday. The discussions are aimed at easing tensions between Tehran and…
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