GILGIT: The Government of Gilgit-Baltistan (G-B) and Coca-Cola Pakistan announced their two-year-long partnership for the Plastic-Free Gilgit-Baltistan Program. With a contribution of over PKR 30 million, the Coca-Cola Company and its bottling partner, Coca-Cola Icecek Pakistan (CCI), (member company of CoRe Packaging Alliance) will install two crushing and baling facilities in the Shigar and Ghizer Districts to recycle PET plastic bottles. Coca-Cola will also support the Government of G-B for setting up waste collection points and launch a robust awareness campaign. Additional Chief Secretary, Gilgit-Baltistan, and Coca-Cola’s Director of Public Affairs inaugurated the first crushing and baling facility in Shigar…
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Sajjad Ali
Sajjad Ali is ‘Online Web Editor of Khyber News. He is a journalist by profession and working in field for the last ten years. Previously he worked for national media organizations including ‘The Nation’ Daily Pakistan Today, Khyber News. He also worked in media development sector. He can be reached at sajjad.sovereign@gmail.com
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MARDAN: The funeral prayer for the policeman martyred in a terrorist attack on a police post in Takhtbhai Archeology Tehsil of Mardan district was offered at Mardan Police Line on Friday. Unknown armed men attacked the police post in Takhtbhai Archeology Tehsil, resulting in the death of Umar Nabi and injuries to two constables, Muhammad Fayaz and Shabbir. Rescue officials reported that the fallen constable, Umar Nabi, hailed from the Kondkhor area. The injured personnel and the deceased have been transported to Mardan Medical Complex (MMC) for medical attention. Following the attack, a significant police presence was deployed to the…
ISLAMABAD: The Senate Standing Committee on Power has requested detailed information from the Power Division regarding payments made to Independent Power Producers (IPPs) over the past 20 years. The committee sent a questionnaire to the Secretary of the Power Division, seeking specifics on the payments made to IPPs, the reasons behind these payments, and details about the sponsors of all privately set up power plants. Additionally, the committee requested information on the construction costs of wind power plants and the production costs of electricity over the last six years. The Ministry of Power has been directed to provide all relevant…
A gas leak caused a massive explosion at Islamia University Bahawalpur, leading to the collapse of the Cholistan Institute of Desert Studies building without a fire breaking out. Rescue teams swiftly arrived on the scene, extracting seven injured individuals from the debris. Among them, a student named Ashfaq sustained severe burns covering 80 percent of his body and was immediately transferred to the Multan Burn Center for specialized care. His condition remains critical, and medical professionals are working around the clock to stabilize him. Dr. Shazia Anjum provided insights into the incident, explaining, “The gas had leaked, building up pressure.…
Earthquake tremors have been reported across several areas of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. The tremors were felt notably in Chitral and Malakand, with the earthquake’s intensity being assessed by the seismological center. Residents rushed out of their homes, reciting Kalima Tayyaba. The district administration has issued alerts to hospitals in response to the situation.
ISLAMABAD: Political leaders across Pakistan have strongly condemned the terrorist attack on Bannu cantonment in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province that left all eight terrorists dead and martyred eight soldiers. o President Asif Ali Zardari commended the security forces for their timely action and paid tribute to their efforts in preventing significant loss. He reiterated Pakistan’s commitment to eliminating terrorist elements. Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif also condemned the attack and honored the martyred personnel of the Pakistan Army and Frontier Corps (FC). He extended condolences to the soldiers’ families, emphasizing their sacrifices in the ongoing fight against terrorism. Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi…
The Lahore Electric Supply Company (LESCO) has lifted the ban on green meters used in solar systems. According to sources, LESCO has issued a notification permitting the temporary installation of bi-directional green meters until October 15. The notification states that consumers will now receive a No Objection Certificate (NOC) for bi-directional green meters for solar systems. Previously, LESCO mandated the installation of AMI meters starting from July 1, 2024, which led to a significant price increase. However, due to a shortage of stock at meter manufacturing companies, the supply of AMI meters became impossible. Consequently, the government has decided to…
RAWALPINDI: Ten terrorists were killed and eight security force personnel martyred in a failed attack on a military cantonment in Bannu district of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. According to Inter Services Public Relations (ISPR), a group of ten terrorists attempted to breach Bannu Cantonment in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa early Monday. Security forces thwarted the attack, prompting the terrorists to detonate an explosives-laden vehicle at the perimeter wall. The suicide blast caused the collapse of a section of the wall and damaged nearby infrastructure, resulting in the deaths of eight soldiers. They were identified as Naib Subedar Muhammad Shehzad (44 years old, from District…
A high-speed passenger bus overturned on Bachiana Road in Nankana Sahib, resulting in injuries to 45 individuals, including 17 women. The bus, traveling from Sialkot to Fort Abbas, lost control due to excessive speed, leading to the accident. Emergency services promptly responded, transporting the injured to nearby hospitals for treatment. Authorities are investigating the cause, emphasizing the need for adhering to speed limits and road safety measures to prevent such incidents in the future.
ISLAMABAD: The federal government’s recent decision to ban the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) has sparked widespread criticism from other political parties, who view the move as a serious threat to democracy and a sign of panic. Federal Information Minister Atta Tarar announced plans to file a review appeal with the Supreme Court regarding the ban on PTI and certain electoral seats. Jamaat-e-Islami Liaquat Baloch, Acting Ameer of Jamaat-e-Islami, condemned the government’s decision during a press conference in Mansoorah, describing it as a “mockery of the constitution, democracy, and the parliamentary system.” He criticized the government’s “negative politics,” asserting that an unrepresentative…
