PESHAWAR: An investigation conducted by the National Accountability Bureau (NAB) Khyber Pakhtunkhwa has uncovered alleged large-scale illegal phosphate mining in Abbottabad’s Kakul area, resulting in losses of between Rs740 million and Rs848 million to the national exchequer and causing significant damage to valuable forest resources. According to NAB sources, the inquiry was launched following complaints…

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ISLAMABAD: The government of Pakistan has set an ambitious target of creating two million new employment opportunities during the upcoming fiscal year 2026-27 as part of its broader strategy to promote economic growth, strengthen labor market participation, and improve livelihoods across the country. According to official documents, the government expects job creation to accelerate in…

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KARACHI: The Karachi Traffic Police have released the first-day enforcement report of the newly implemented lane discipline regulations on Shahrah-e-Faisal, one of the city’s busiest and most important thoroughfares. According to the report, a total of 96 e-challans were issued on the first day to motorists found violating designated lane rules. The traffic authorities stated…

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PESHAWAR: A significant meeting of dissident members of the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa was held in Peshawar, where participants discussed internal party affairs, governance concerns, and the political situation in the province. The gathering, which lasted nearly four hours, was attended by 22 members of the provincial assembly and highlighted growing dissatisfaction among…

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ISLAMABAD: The Ruet-e-Hilal Research Council has predicted that the 1st of Muharram-ul-Haram 1448 AH is likely to fall on Wednesday, June 17, 2026, in Pakistan, based on astronomical calculations related to the sighting of the new moon. According to Khalid Ijaz Mufti, Secretary General of the Ruet-e-Hilal Research Council, the new moon for the Islamic…

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ISLAMABAD: The federal administration has issued a notification directing that markets and shopping malls in Islamabad will close at 8:00 PM, with the new regulations taking effect from June 1, 2026. The decision is part of measures aimed at regulating commercial activity and managing energy consumption in the capital city. Markets and Malls to Close…

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KHANPUR: A tragic incident unfolded at Khanpur Dam when two young men lost their lives while attempting to rescue a friend who had drifted into deep water during a recreational outing. According to rescue officials, the accident occurred when three friends entered the dam for swimming and bathing. During the activity, one of the young…

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ISLAMABAD: Federal Minister for Planning and Development Ahsan Iqbal has warned that Pakistan is facing a continuous decline in resources available for development projects, making it increasingly difficult for the federal government to complete ongoing infrastructure and public welfare initiatives. Speaking at a meeting of the Annual Plan Coordination Committee (APCC), the minister highlighted the…

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KARACHI: The Karachi Traffic Police has launched a new enforcement initiative under which motorists violating lane discipline on Shahrah-e-Faisal will receive electronic challans (e-challans) starting today. The move is part of broader efforts to improve traffic management, reduce congestion, and enhance road safety on one of the city’s busiest and most important thoroughfares. According to…

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ISLAMABAD: The Federal Investigation Agency (FIA) has revealed that it stopped more than 39,000 passengers from traveling abroad during 2025 as part of a comprehensive strategy aimed at combating illegal migration, human trafficking, and related crimes. According to Additional Director General Immigration Nauman Siddiqui, a total of 39,786 passengers were offloaded during the year under…

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