Umer Farooq

KP Assembly forms committee to discuss bill returned by governor over objections

Law minister insists legal cover will be provided to CM aides as they hold several departments. Updated 14 Jan, 2025 11:14am

PA again passes Overseas Commission Bill returned by governor

Minister insists legislation will help address expats’ complaints against depts Published 07 Jan, 2025 08:47am

KP govt forms roadmap for peace in Kurram

Two men waylaid, decapitated en route to Parachinar; CM says no decision yet on action in Khyber, Bannu. Updated 24 Dec, 2024 10:11am

KP declares three-day mourning over PTI workers’ deaths

Assembly speaker denounces brutality, claims demonstrators targeted by snipers, run over. Updated 29 Nov, 2024 09:50am

Gandapur requests PM to ensure regular CCI meetings

Insists constitutional requirement on matter ignored affecting economic interests of provinces. Updated 19 Nov, 2024 10:54am

KP Assembly members resent poor cellular service in hilly areas

Complain expats struggling to contact family members in region. Updated 16 Nov, 2024 11:37am

‘BLA ringleader’ among 16 killed in operations across KP, Balochistan

Majeed Brigade man was responsible for choosing suicide bombers, says ISPR. Updated 14 Nov, 2024 09:50am

Opposition questions legitimacy of Muzammil Aslam’s status as minister

Insists cabinet’s strength exceeds constitutional limit; minister says AG to be consulted on matter Published 12 Nov, 2024 06:52am

KP opposes extension of 7th NFC award, says won’t forgo due share in resources

Complains federal finance ministry didn't reply to repeated communications on the matter. Updated 09 Nov, 2024 01:09pm

PTI govt to lodge FIR against Islamabad police chief over KP House ‘attack’

Cabinet okays draft law amendment to declare CM varsities’ chancellor, VC appointing authority. Published 08 Nov, 2024 07:29am

KP stands firm as Punjab backs off on buying PIA

Azma says Nawaz never claimed provincial govt planning to buy airline; KP CM says his govt will "go to any length" to outbid current offer. Published 05 Nov, 2024 08:14am

0.4m illegal Afghans return via KP in one year

UNHCR urges Pakistan to continue "protecting those seeking safety". Updated 03 Nov, 2024 11:45am

KP MPAs demand judicial inquiry into Sangjani ‘prison van attack’

Flay re-arrest of colleagues, PTI activists in federal capital. Updated 29 Oct, 2024 11:35am

Six personnel among eight martyred in suicide blast on post in North Waziristan

Several vehicles damaged in attack; militants target former JUI-F senator’s residence. Published 27 Oct, 2024 08:01am

Opposition ANP insists establishment exploiting division among political parties

Flays govt over failure to ensure presence of detained members in house. Updated 25 Oct, 2024 11:05am

PA treasury resents ‘hurdles’ to Bushra Bibi’s release

Says Constitution amended ‘in the dark’ Published 24 Oct, 2024 08:06am

PTI ready for ‘do or die’ agitation against amendment

Salman Akram Raja calls on "nation" to join protests; KP CM Gandapur says party doesn’t care about consequences anymore. Updated 22 Oct, 2024 11:23am

Ruling MPAs vow to resist ‘bid to change fundamental structure of Constitution’

Insist proposed amendments meant to please key person in higher judiciary Published 18 Oct, 2024 07:24am

PA body orders criminal proceedings over attack on KP House

Tells house that advocate general will help register FIRs in Peshawar, Islamabad Published 17 Oct, 2024 06:48am

All PTM jirga’s demands will be implemented: KP CM

Opposition in PA assures govt of support on law and order issue. Updated 15 Oct, 2024 11:03am