Umer Farooq

CM Gandapur says KP takes ownership of PTM jirga

PESHAWAR: KP Chief Minister Ali Amin Khan Gandapur has assured the Pashtun Tahaffuz Move­ment (PTM) that their... Published 12 Oct, 2024 07:27am

Federal govt ‘agrees’ to rescind ban on PTM

Sources say KP government will be hosting the PTM’s jirga with condition of "no inflammatory slogans". Updated 11 Oct, 2024 11:19am

Four terrorists killed in Zhob, Mir Ali gun battles

Security man martyred in attack on check-post in Balochistan Published 10 Oct, 2024 08:36am

PA panel to probe police’s action against PTM activists

PESHAWAR: The Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Assembly on Tuesday formed a special committee to look into the police’s action... Updated 10 Oct, 2024 11:49am

​PA forms panel to probe Oct 6 ‘attack’ on KP House in Islamabad

Minister flays proposed constitutional amendment, saying it is direct attack on independence of judiciary Published 08 Oct, 2024 07:49am

CM Gandapur resurfaces in KP Assembly

• Tells lawmakers police, Rangers ‘attacked’ him, ransacked KP House; claims he was there all along • Legislature demands Published 07 Oct, 2024 07:18am

Gandapur in the house: ‘Missing’ KP CM returns

KP CM resurfaces shortly after KP Assembly demands his appearance within 24 hours; govt denies "arresting" him. Updated 07 Oct, 2024 01:30am

KP govt distances itself from action against PTM

CM adviser Saif insists chief secretary acted on orders of interior ministry. Updated 05 Oct, 2024 03:07pm

Home dept’s letter about police action against PTM triggers controversy in KP

Khyber elders pledge to support and participate in Oct 11 jirga. Updated 04 Oct, 2024 10:50am

Police uproot PTM camp in Khyber, fire teargas shells at resisting workers

KP govt spokesperson says action ordered by chief secretary on centre’s directives. Updated 03 Oct, 2024 11:31am

KP opposition accuses PTI of trying to incite violence through rallies

Criticises govt for denying rights to local bodies Published 01 Oct, 2024 07:22am

Former PM urges establishment to ‘slightly’ step back

Khaqan says situation in KP, Balochistan extraordinary; asks KP to raise merged districts’ reforms issue in Council of Common. Published 30 Sep, 2024 07:13am

KP governor urges CM to collaborate to address province’s issues

Govt rejects letter, insists it is taking corrective steps. Updated 29 Sep, 2024 10:32am

KP govt again claims it was unaware of foreign envoys’ Swat visit

Saif alleges centre is "politicising" Sept 22 terror attack on diplomats’ convoy. Updated 28 Sep, 2024 12:05pm

FO letter belies KP govt’s claim on foreign diplomats’ Swat visit

Home dept was informed about Sept 22 tour along with security request on Sept 9. Updated 26 Sep, 2024 11:17am

KP assembly members wonder how militants knew about foreign diplomats’ Swat visit

Announce peace protest in Mingora next Friday. Updated 24 Sep, 2024 10:27am

KP CM announces protests to ‘save’ Constitution

Says PTI’s next rally to be held in Mianwali followed by another power show in Pindi and other cities. Updated 23 Sep, 2024 10:58am

KP lawmakers insist only a few people responsible for ‘political anarchy’

Complain about military’s interference in politics. Updated 20 Sep, 2024 07:42am

Outrage over Kabul envoy’s ‘disrespect’ for national anthem

Afghan consulate downplays incident, attributing envoy’s decision to remain seated to presence of “music in the anthem”. Updated 19 Sep, 2024 10:11am

Gandapur to engage locals, tribal elders for restoration of peace in KP

CM launches portal for people to file complaints regarding their issues. Updated 19 Sep, 2024 11:43am