PESHAWAR – The government of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa has officially released a white paper detailing the proposed Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Mines and Minerals Bill, 2025. This new draft law outlines major reforms and fresh objectives for the province’s mining sector. According to the white paper, the upcoming Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Mines and Minerals Bill is designed to bring provincial mining laws in line with those of other provinces and the federal government. The bill focuses on increasing domestic and international investment in KP’s mineral resources. A key feature of the proposed bill is the creation of a Mineral Investment Facilitation Authority. This body…
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Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Wednesday lauded China for its consistent and valuable support to Pakistan. He especially praised China’s significant role in helping Pakistan navigate the International Monetary Fund (IMF) program. While addressing the Agricultural Scholarship Program ceremony in Islamabad, the Prime Minister expressed heartfelt gratitude to the Chinese government. He said China had supported Pakistan at every critical moment. Sharif highlighted that agricultural graduates from across Pakistan have been selected purely on merit to study in China. These students will pursue higher education in agriculture. “Pakistan stands to gain immensely from their experiences in China,” he said. He…
The spirit of Afghan Resistance is growing stronger, says Ahmad Massoud, the leader of the National Resistance Front. He revealed that more and more Afghans are sending him messages. These citizens are ready to support the struggle against Taliban rule. Massoud spoke during an online event on Monday. The ceremony marked two years since the deaths of key fighters from the Afghanistan Freedom Front. These men were killed in April 2023 during a Taliban assault in the Salang district of Parwan province. Massoud honored their sacrifice and used the occasion to highlight the growing momentum of the Afghan Resistance. He…
Pakistan’s Army Chief, General Asim Munir, declared that no terrorist force—even over ten generations—can threaten Balochistan or Pakistan as long as the nation’s brave citizens stand united with the armed forces. Speaking at the first Overseas Pakistanis Convention in Islamabad, he emphasized that courage and unity remain Pakistan’s strongest defenses. “Our brave people are our pride,” General Munir stated, addressing the diaspora. He praised overseas Pakistanis as ambassadors and “beacons of light” for the country, urging them to pass down Pakistan’s founding story to future generations. Dismissing claims of “brain drain,” he reframed their global success as “brain gain,” highlighting…
PTI leader Atif Khan has confirmed that he was invited to a meeting with a visiting US Congressional delegation at the US Embassy in Islamabad. He stated that the gathering included politicians from several parties, not just PTI. Speaking to a private TV channel, Atif Khan said the US Congressional delegation had extended the invitation to political leaders from across the board. “This was not a PTI-specific event,” he clarified. “I attended the meeting along with Dr. Amjad.” He further shared that several senior PTI figures were also invited. These included Barrister Gohar Ali Khan, Omer Ayub, Aamir Dogar, and…
At least ten people lost their lives in a tragic road accident on the Indus Highway near Methakhel in Karak district, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. The deadly collision involved a passenger van and a trailer on Tuesday morning, according to rescue and police officials. Police stated that the crash happened near Lucky Ghandaki, a hilly section of the highway known for sharp curves and fast-moving traffic. The van, full of passengers, collided head-on with a trailer coming from the opposite direction. Rescue 1122 confirmed that ten people died at the scene. At least eight more sustained injuries. The injured were rushed to…
Pakistan’s textile industry marked a historic milestone with the successful conclusion of Textile Asia 2025. This landmark event resulted in trade deals worth nearly $550 million. Several major investment agreements were also signed during the exhibition. The three-day expo, organized by E-commerce Gateway Pakistan, was backed by the Special Investment Facilitation Council (SIFC). Around 67,000 business visitors attended. Over 500 multinational companies from 20 countries across Asia, Europe, and the Middle East took part. Global delegations from China, Turkey, Russia, and others showcased advanced textile technologies. Their presence boosted international confidence in Pakistan’s economic resilience and manufacturing capacity. The global…
In just the last seven days, the government has recovered over Rs28 million as part of its aggressive crackdown on electricity theft in Pakistan. This national campaign continues to gain momentum. According to official reports, 97 people have been arrested this week alone. Authorities have also registered 1,507 new cases against those stealing power. Since the start of the drive on September 1, 2023, the results have been significant. The total amount recovered from electricity thieves now stands at Rs152.547 billion. A staggering 314,814 cases have been filed, and 116,585 individuals have been taken into custody. Government officials have pledged…
In March 2025, an American-made M4A1 rifle surfaced during a brutal train hijacking in Pakistan. The weapon was originally sent to Afghanistan in 2018. It was manufactured in Connecticut and bore the serial number W1004340. This discovery exposed one of the most dangerous consequences of the US military’s disorderly exit from Afghanistan in 2021. That rifle is just one example. Many weapons from the US were handed over to Afghan security forces. Since the fall of Kabul, large quantities of this gear have crossed into Pakistan through unguarded border points. These American arms now equip insurgents, terrorists, and groups that…
Three soldiers from the Frontier Constabulary (FC) lost their lives in the Mastung blast on Tuesday. The deadly explosion targeted a police truck in Shamsabad, a locality in Balochistan’s troubled Mastung district. More than a dozen others sustained injuries. According to officials, at least 16 FC personnel were hurt. Two of the wounded remain in critical condition. All injured have been moved to Quetta for urgent treatment. In response to the Mastung blast, the Balochistan government has imposed an emergency at Bolan Medical Complex and Civil Hospital Quetta. Ambulances rushed the injured from the scene, while medical teams prepared to…
