Stories by Zahiruddin

Rising water level in Yarkhun River threatens key bridge

Social activist says bridge collapse can suspend traffic between Chitral, GB Published 20 Apr, 2026 06:23am

Flood threat looms over Chitral valley as summer approaches

Residents, experts urge urgent construction of bulwarks along river. Updated 13 Apr, 2026 09:27am

Chitral forest dept promotes ‘wise harvesting’ of natural resources

Official says CBEs set up to engage local communities for value addition of NTFP products Published 25 Mar, 2026 06:56am

Chitral farmers lack govt compensation despite growing livestock predation

CHITRAL: A conflict between human beings and carnivores is reaching a breaking point in the Chitral region, as... Published 24 Mar, 2026 06:05am

Apricot, almond tree blossoming in Chitral ahead of schedule

Residents insist situation caused by ‘warm winter, lack of snowfall’ Published 11 Mar, 2026 07:08am

Inquiry finds 6,821 deodar trees felled illegally in Arandu forest

Lower Chitral DC says those found guilty to face law Published 23 Feb, 2026 07:01am

Nine dead as snow blankets northern parts

KKH, other major roads blocked. Updated 24 Jan, 2026 07:17am

Cricket ground inaugurated in Lower Chitral

CHITRAL: As a part of his initiative to construct and rehabilitate 50 playgrounds across the district, Lower Chitral... Published 07 Dec, 2025 06:14am

Govt asked to develop winter-resilient industries in Chitral to stop migration

CHITRAL: The seasonal exodus of Chitralis to lower parts of the country with the onset of the harsh winter to find... Published 24 Nov, 2025 06:33am

Nostalgia for autumnal traditions besets Chitral people

Call for reviving these vital customs that once defined community life Published 17 Nov, 2025 06:20am

PM hails Pakistan’s prominence on world stage

Lauds US President Trump for helping ease tensions between Islamabad and New Delhi during May conflict. Updated 01 Nov, 2025 07:38am

Permission for markhor hunting at Chitral Gol National Park resented

Gahiret-Golen conservancy head threatens protest against wildlife dept’s decision. Updated 23 Sep, 2025 10:57am

Civil society alarmed at rapid melting of Chitral glaciers

Says many of region’s 543 glaciers declared endangered. Updated 21 Sep, 2025 11:10am

Chitral families moved to safety over Glof threat

CHITRAL: In view of the impending danger of glacial lake outburst floods (Glofs) in the valleys of Madak Lasht, ... Published 27 Aug, 2025 04:55am

Traditional festival begins in Bumburate, Rumber valleys

Event marks harvesting of wheat and barley crops Published 21 Aug, 2025 05:38am

Ecological concerns raised over Broghil festival

Experts warn three-day event could endanger glaciers, fragile peatlands in region Published 19 Aug, 2025 05:14am

Forest dept’s initiative contributing to poverty alleviation in Kalash valleys

CHITRAL: Residents of Kalash valleys of Bumburate, Rumbur and Birir have hailed the model of community-based... Published 11 Aug, 2025 05:49am

Kalash elders allege misuse of development funds

Organisations say it’s due to misunderstanding, lack of knowledge Published 01 Aug, 2025 04:46am

Chitral scores thrilling win over GB as Shandur Polo Festival ends

Izhar Ali Khan has scored four goals, taking the Man of the Match title. Updated 23 Jun, 2025 11:01am

Frequent holding of festivals destroying Chitral’s ecosystem

Environmentalist says implementation of relevant laws nowhere to be seen Published 10 Jun, 2025 06:13am