Author: admin

KURRAM: The death toll from ongoing tribal clashes in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa’s District Kurram has risen further, as two more individuals lost their lives and 10 others were injured in fresh incidents of firing. The police confirmed that the latest spell of violence, now entering its tenth day, has claimed 124 lives in total and injured 178 others. The Kurram region is facing a communication blackout, with mobile and internet services suspended and educational institutions closed. According to the district administration, the continuous closure of main Peshawar-Parachinar highway has disrupted daily life and trade activities. Efforts to restore peace are underway,…

KAGHAN :The road leading towards Naran, tourist point of Kaghan Valley has been closed amid snowstorm. Mansehra deputy commissioner cautioned tourists for travel in the valley. The tourism season at Naran amid extreme weather patterns has ended. Kaghan Development Authority officials stated that tourists can travel to Shogran and Balakot. Snowfall and closure of roads led to closure of Naran and other upper tourist areas. Areas of Kiwai, Ghanool, Balakot, Garhi Habibullah and Tarna are open for tourists.

The Oil and Gas Regulatory Authority (OGRA) has announced a price hike for liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) for December, making domestic use slightly more expensive. According to a notification issued by OGRA for December, the new price of LPG has been set at Rs254.30 per kilogramme, marking a marginal increase from last month. Consequently, the cost of an 11.8kg domestic LPG cylinder now stands at Rs3,000.79, up by Rs1.32 compared to November’s price of Rs2,999.47. Meanwhile, on Friday, it was revealed that Sindh has discovered huge oil and gas reserves in record time from the Pateji-X1 well in Sujawal district,…

Crypto entrepreneur Justin Sun added a unique chapter to the history of conceptual art by eating a banana that was part of an artwork he had purchased for $6.2 million. The unusual spectacle unfolded on Friday at a high-profile press event held at one of Hong Kong’s most luxurious hotels. Sun had acquired the artwork, Comedian — a banana duct-taped to a wall — by Italian artist Maurizio Cattelan at a Sotheby’s auction in New York last week. The piece gained international fame during its debut at the 2019 Art Basel show in Miami Beach, sparking debates over its classification as art.…

Businessman Raj Kundra –  husband of Bollywood actor Shilpa Shetty –  has issued a strong statement urging media outlets to refrain from associating his wife with ongoing investigations. The Enforcement Directorate (ED) conducted multiple raids on Kundra’s properties on Friday as part of a money laundering probe linked to the alleged production and distribution of pornographic content. The raids carried out at 15 locations across Mumbai and Uttar Pradesh, included Kundra’s residence and office. Reports indicated that the ED also questioned Kundra during the search operations. In response to media reports linking Shilpa Shetty to the case, Kundra clarified his…

Renowned Pakistani television actress Mariyam Nafees, known for her stellar performances in popular dramas such as Diyar E Dil, Yaqeen Ka Safar, Ishq Jalebi, and Kam Zarf, has shared the joyous news of her pregnancy with her fans. The actress, who has a significant social media presence, took to her official Instagram account to reveal the exciting news. In a series of heartwarming pictures, Nafees showcased her baby bump in a stunning photoshoot. Alongside the photos, she wrote a touching message: “Oh Baby! We are having a baby soon. Amyam Baby is coming soon.” Nafees married Aman Ahmed in a beautiful ceremony in…

In a heart-wrenching incident, a gas cylinder explosion in a house in Burewala claimed the lives of a young family, leaving the entire neighborhood in mourning. The tragic event unfolded when 22-year-old Danish, a local shopkeeper, his wife, and their two young children were caught in a devastating fire that erupted in their living room. Rescue teams arrived to find the room completely engulfed in flames. According to officials, Danish and his one-and-a-half-year-old son, Ayyan Ali, were pronounced dead at the scene. His six-month-old son, Farhat Abbas, and his wife were rushed to a nearby hospital in critical condition. Tragically,…

The hosting of the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 remains undecided as the International Cricket Council (ICC) Board meeting failed to reach a resolution. The meeting, initially scheduled for today, may now be postponed by a day or two, according to sources. The virtual meeting held yesterday was abruptly adjourned after only half an hour, with no conclusive decisions. Although it was earlier expected that the ICC Board would reconvene today, the official statement issued by the ICC refrained from confirming a specific date, stating only that discussions would resume in the coming days. During the brief session, board members presented…

An Anti-Terrorism Court (ATC) has granted bail to senior journalist Matiullah Jan and ordered his release on the submission of Rs10,000 surety bonds. The court heard the case involving Matiullah Jan, who was accused of terrorism-related charges. During the hearing, the journalist’s legal team argued that the charges were baseless and violated press freedom. After reviewing the case, the court ruled in favor of granting bail. Jan, a prominent journalist known for his outspoken views, expressed gratitude for the decision, stating, “This is a step toward justice and upholding the principles of free speech.” The case has drawn widespread attention,…

The Lahore Anti-Terrorism Court (ATC) has found Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) Founder Imran Khan guilty in the cases related to the events of May 9 and rejected his bail in eight separate cases. The court’s ruling was issued in a written decision by ATC Judge Manzar Ali Gul, which spans six pages. The written verdict highlighted significant evidence against the PTI founder, including audio and visual recordings of his instructions to provoke violence. The court noted that witnesses had testified to the conspiracy orchestrated by Imran Khan at Zaman Park, where he allegedly prepared for his potential arrest by planning to…