Rumours about a mysterious “Churail” roaming a graveyard in Peshawar spread fear among residents over the past few days. However, authorities later confirmed that the figure was actually a 13-year-old missing girl, bringing the strange mystery to an end. Residents living near Wazir Bagh reported seeing what they believed to be a ghost in a nearby graveyard. Locals claimed the figure resembled a “Pichal Peri,” a supernatural character often mentioned in regional folklore. As the rumours grew, fear spread across the community. Some residents even armed themselves and began searching the area to find the mysterious figure. The stories continued…
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The Khyber Pakhtunkhwa government has announced a petrol subsidy for motorcyclists to provide relief from rising fuel prices. According to officials, the subsidy will be given to motorcycle owners registered in the province. The initiative aims to reduce the financial burden on citizens affected by the recent increase in petrol prices. Adviser to the Chief Minister on Finance Muzammil Aslam said the provincial government will spend around Rs3.5 billion on the subsidy program. Chief Minister Sohail Afridi stated that eligible motorcyclists will receive Rs2,200 in total, which will be paid in two installments of Rs1,100 each. He added that the…
The Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) witnessed a strong rally on Tuesday as global markets reacted positively to signals that the war with Iran could soon end. The surge followed remarks by US President Donald Trump, who said in a recent interview that the conflict with Iran was nearing completion. Trump claimed that Iran’s naval, air, and military capabilities had been largely neutralized. He added that the war was “almost complete,” raising hopes of stability in global markets. Soon after the statement, global oil prices dropped sharply. Crude prices fell by nearly 8 percent, while Brent crude declined to around $90…
Bahrain’s intelligence authorities have arrested an Indian national accused of spying for Israel’s intelligence agency, Mossad, according to international media reports. The suspect has been identified as Nitin Mohan, a telecommunications engineer by profession. Authorities believe he was involved in collecting and sharing sensitive information with Israeli intelligence. According to initial investigation reports, the suspect allegedly sent geographical data, images, and videos of sensitive locations to Mossad. Some of these materials reportedly included details of strategic sites that could be important for intelligence analysis. Officials say the shared information may have helped foreign intelligence agencies in target identification and strategic…
Pakistan’s federal government has announced a series of emergency economic measures, including a four-day work week and temporary school closures, as tensions in the Middle East push global oil prices sharply higher. The decisions were taken after the ongoing Iran-Israel conflict and rising tensions involving the United States triggered fears of oil shortages and potential disruption in the Strait of Hormuz, a key global energy route. Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif said the government had introduced several measures to reduce fuel consumption and control public spending during the emerging energy crisis. Four-Day Work Week and Work-From-Home Policy Under the new policy,…
The world is changing rapidly. Technology is evolving at an unprecedented speed. New inventions continue to replace old systems. In this fast-moving era, many people believe that Artificial Intelligence (AI) may eventually overpower human intelligence. Some fear AI simply because of the word “artificial.” Others call it a future monster that may destroy jobs, education, and social structures. However, an important question remains: Can artificial intelligence really replace human intelligence? The simple answer is no. AI is a product of human intelligence Human intelligence is a unique gift. It is the reason humans progressed from the stone age to the…
An Islamabad court has issued non-bailable arrest warrants for Sohail Afridi, the Chief Minister of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, in a case related to alleged misleading accusations against state institutions. The hearing took place at the District and Sessions Courts in Islamabad. During the proceedings, Judge Abbas Shah reviewed the case registered against the chief minister. The court issued the arrest warrants after Sohail Afridi failed to appear before the court despite being summoned. The judge directed authorities to arrest him and present him before the court. The case has been registered under the Prevention of Electronic Crimes Act. According to officials,…
Services at the United States consulates in Karachi and Lahore remain suspended, according to the United States Embassy in Pakistan. The embassy announced that all immigrant and non-immigrant visa appointments scheduled from today until March 13 have been cancelled. Officials said applicants will receive new appointment instructions through email. The embassy advised applicants to wait for further communication before visiting the consulates. However, the embassy confirmed that routine and emergency services for US citizens will continue during this period. The suspension follows recent regional tensions after reports related to Ali Khamenei, the Supreme Leader of Iran. The situation triggered protests…
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan has approached Saudi Arabia for long-term economic cooperation and financial support amid rising regional uncertainty caused by tensions in the Middle East. According to official sources, Pakistan has submitted eight requests to Saudi authorities as part of a broader plan to strengthen economic cooperation. One key request asks Saudi Arabia to convert its existing $5 billion deposit in Pakistan into a long-term facility for 10 years. Officials believe this move will help stabilize Pakistan’s foreign exchange reserves and support the country’s financial position. Pakistan has also requested an increase in the deferred oil payment facility. Currently, the arrangement…
Khawaja Asif, Pakistan’s Defence Minister, has said the country must increase its defence budget due to the current regional security situation. He stressed that Pakistan is already facing war-like conditions and must strengthen its defence capabilities. Khawaja Asif said tensions in the region remain high. However, international efforts are underway to prevent a full-scale conflict between the United States and Iran. He noted that several European countries are reluctant to openly support the United States and Israel in the ongoing tensions. According to him, the conflict does not have widespread international support. The defence minister also warned about the global…
