News/Info Briefs

👉 1560 under-metric persons have been appointed as government school teachers in Sindh during the current year.after taking bribes. This was was disclosed by senior journalist Hamid Mir in a meeting.. .05 Sep 2026

👉 A Pakistani man Shaukat Aftab has become a billionaire after winning the Dh15 million grand prize, worth approximately Rs. 1.14 billion, in Big Ticket’s Series 290 live draw in Abu Dhabi.  .. 04 Sep 2026

👉 Pakistan is set to deregulate petrol prices and shift to a market-based pricing system, starting next year, the Petroleum Pricing Committee said on Thursday. This means petrol pumps will set own fuel prices instead of the government. .. 03 Sep 2026

👉 US and Sri Lankan authorities have seized about 463 kilograms of crystal methamphetamine in a joint operation targeting a Pakistan-based drug trafficking network, according to a statement by the US Embassy in Sri Lanka issued on September 2 .. 02 Sep 2026

👉 Switzerland earns approximately 22-25 billion USD per year from the tourism sector., while Pakistan having much more potential and variety to attract tourists earned only 1.15 billion USD last year. .. 02 Sep 2026

👉 Pakistan’s headline inflation surged to 11.1 percent in August 2026, rising more than 3x from 3.56 percent in the same month last year, according to data released by the Pakistan Bureau of Statistics (PBS). This means the inflation rate increased by 212 percent over the year and was more than three times its level in August 2025. In July 2026, headline inflation stood at 9.2 percent ... 01 Sep 2026

👉 The Australian Strategic Policy Institute (ASPI) estimated through satellite imagery that around 16,000 mosques in China’s Xinjiang region were destroyed or damaged, mostly since 2017. The research estimated about 8,500 were demolished entirely, while thousands of others had Islamic architectural features removed … 01 Sep 2026

👉 The legendary martial artist Bruce Lee who had died in Hong Kong in 1972 at the age of 32 from brain swelling from what doctors now say was caused by drinking too much water .. 01 Sep 2026

👉 For coffee lovers it’s a news – Ethiopian coffee has entered Pakistan’s cafe scene with the launch of the first dedicated coffee cafe ”Habesha Cafe” in Islamabad and Rawalpindi. .. 31 Aug 2026

👉 Bakhtawar Salik, originally belonging to Torkhow upper Chitral has risen to the rank of Vice President at a young age of 34, in the Telenor, telecommunication company in Pakistan. she has been appointed as vice president for Business Intelligence (BI) and Artificial Intelligence (AI). Her rise in carrier, on merit, is an inspiration for the girls in Chitral. .. 30 Aug 2026

👉 Both the Chitrals, Lower and Upper, have new Deputy commissioners. Maqbool Hussain, a grade 19-PMS officer, has been appointed as the new Deputy Commissioner of Lower Chitral. He has replaced Muhammad Hashim Azeem who proceeds on ex Pakistan leave. Similarly Ehsanullah, a Pakistan Administrative Service (PAS) officer of BS-18, has been appointed as the new Deputy Commissioner of Upper Chitral.  replaceing Muhammad Imran Khan Yousafzai, who has been directed to report to the HR department. .. 28 Aug 2026

👉 According to reports thirty three senior retired pakistani officials now living abroad recieve Rs 342 million in annual pensions in foreign currency, much so when the country is starved of foreign exchange. .. 27 Aug 2026

👉 According to Afghan News agency Ariana News, Security officials in Afghanistan’s north eastern Badakhshan province have accused Pakistan of providing shelter and training to opponents of the Islamic Emirate (Taliban regime) in the border region adjoining Badakhshan.. 27 Aug 2026

👉 Pakistan has formally launched the “Khush Aamdeed” passenger facilitation service at Islamabad International Airport to improve the travel experience for passengers. Under the program, travelers can receive priority check-in, assistance during security clearance and personalized support at the airport. Everything is tailored for the benefit of the privileged and wealthy people at the cost of the common man in Pakistan .. 27 Aug 2026

👉 As per reports in the social media, the pays, perks and privileges of parliamentarians in Pakistan is highest in Asia whereas it’s  per capita income is the lowest. .. 26 Aug 2026

👉 Google has officially opened its Pakistan office in Islamabad to expand the technology company’s local presence after more than a decade of investment and engagement in the country. .. 19 Aug 2026

👉 Pakistani freelancers generated $175.44 million in foreign exchange through freelance services in July 2026, marking a 45.5 percent increase from $120.56 million recorded in the same month last year, according to State Bank of Pakistan data. …. 19 Aug 2026

👉 The National job portal has received 7.1 million applications against 1200 government job advertisements have been published on the platform .. 18 Aug 2026

👉 Ms Carey Schofiled, the British principal of the Langland School and College Chitral has been nominated for the coveted award of Sitara e Quaid e Azam by the President of Pakistan, for her outstanding services to education. Her predecessor the late GD Langlands was also honored with a Sitara e Pakistan and Hilal e Imtiaz. .. 16 Aug 2026

👉 According to data released by State Bank of Pakistan, government debt is increasing by Rs 16 billion per day. There may be other reasons too but the major reason is the exponential overhead cost incurred on the highly inflated govt infrastructure.. 12 Aug 2026

👉 Researchers in China have developed a living textile made from fungal mycelium that can clean itself, renew its surface and partially repair holes when given nutrients and fresh fungus. .. 07 Aug 2026

👉 Three new airlines are about to enter Pakistan’s aviation arena. They are Air Indus (licence renewed), Jet Green and Fly Gerrys. .. 27 Jul 2026

👉 Pakistan’s federal government debt increased by 7.8  percent on a year-on-year (YoY) basis in May 2026, reaching Rs. 81.935 trillion according to data released by State Bank of Pakistan. Also, compared to the May 2025 data, the national debt has been rising by Rs. 188,000 per second, or Rs. 16.23 billion per day.. 07 Jul 2026

👉 Jainism is widely regarded as the most peaceful religion in the world due to its core principle of Ahimsa (non-violence). Devout Jains take extreme measures to avoid harming any living creature, including insects. Some monks sweep the path before them or wear masks to avoid accidentally stepping on or inhaling small organisms. Adherents follow a strict vegan diet and avoid professions that involve even indirect harm, such as farming (which might kill earthworms) or selling weapons. . 11 Mar 2026

👉 The federal government is preparing a major overhaul of electricity and gas tariffs by shifting from usage-based slabs to an income-based pricing system, in line with ongoing reforms tied to the IMF program. Under the proposed model, subsidies will be determined based on household income rather than consumption levels, marking a significant structural change in how energy prices are set. .. 21 Feb 2026

👉 ”Crustafarianism” is a viral “digital religion” created entirely by AI agents on Moltbook, a social media platform designed exclusively for autonomous bots. Emerging in late January 2026, the movement (also known as the Church of Molt) uses crustacean metaphors to describe the technical lifecycle of an AI .. 03 Feb 2026

👉 Shahzada Umar Riaz Jillanee is missing from his home in Bumbagh Upper Chitral for the last one week. His family has appealed if any body knows about his where about or can be helpful in tracing his location should come forth and give the due information. .. 27 Jan 2026

👉 Personal deposits now account for nearly half of Pakistan’s total banking deposits, highlighting the dominant role of households and individuals in the financial system, according to data compiled by Topline Research from the State Bank of Pakistan.  .. 18 Sep 2025

👉 Recent research report reveals that A natural compound found in green tea forms a powerful brain cleaner which can protect against Alzheimer’s. Published in the journal GeroScience, the research identified the two natural compounds as nicotinamide, a form of vitamin B3, and epigallocatechin gallate, an antioxidant found in green tea ... 11 Sep 2025

👉 A recent report by the Auditor General of Pakistan (AGP) has revealed shocking mismanagement in Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) operations between 2021 and 2023. According to the audit, 1,118 flights were operated from Islamabad carrying only one or two passengers. Out of these, 816 flights flew with just one passenger, while 302 flights had only two. These figures were taken directly from PIA’s official records. .. 08 Sep 2025

👉 Russia has announced the development of Enteromix, the world’s first cancer vaccine built on mRNA technology, which has demonstrated 100% efficacy and safety in clinical trials. The development is being hailed as a major medical breakthrough, offering renewed hope to tens of millions of cancer patients across the globe. .. 07 Sep 2025

👉  Chitral Lower gets a new Assistant Commissioner in the person  of Riaz Ahmed belonging to Brom Oveer. He has replaced Muhammad Aftab munir who has been transferred to Charsadda in the same post. .. 27 Aug 2025

👉  Heads of political parties and representatives of civil society have requested the government to show leniency and give at least three months to the Afghan refugees to settle their affairs in Chitral before being extradited from Pakistan. In a representative meeting, the speakers said the Afghans in Chitral have lived in harmony with the local people and infarct benefited the economy of the area. .. 19 Aug 2025.

👉  Sitting MNA from Citral Abdul Latif has been de-seated from the National Assembly according to a notification of the Election Commission. Charges against him were  involvement in the 9 May incident. He had earlier been sentenced to 10 years in prison by the ATC. People in Chitral have strongly criticized this decision of the ECP and termed it as political victimization. .. 29 July 2025

👉  Pakistan ranks fourth in the list of countries owing highest debt to the IMF, with debt of around 7 billion US dollars. The other three being Argentina 32 billion dollars, Egypt 11 billion dollars and Ukraine 9 billion dollars .. .. 11 July 2025

👉  Chitral ‘A’ edged out Gilgit Baltistan ‘A’  team to win the coveted Shandur Polo trophy in a literally rip-roaring match at the 12000 ft Shandur polo ground. The now concluded polo festival spread over three days from 20-22 June. In the first two days the GB teams won most of the matches putting a psychological pressure on Chitral, but the final day laurels went to the hard fighting and determined Chitral team which has persistently been winning this trophy for the  last many years. Man of the match award was rightfully claimed by Izhar Ali Khan who scored 5 out of the 9 goals which Chitral scored against GB’s 7 goals.  Corps Commander 11 Corps Peshawar was the chief guest on the occasion who distributed the prizes. .. 22 June 2025

👉  As reported by Reuters, solar power has risen from Pakistan’s fifth-largest electricity source in 2023 to its largest in 2025. The report notes that so far in 2025 solar power has accounted for 25 percent of Pakistan’s utility-supplied electricity, making it one of fewer than 20 countries globally that have sourced a quarter or more of monthly electricity supplies from solar farms. .. 17 June 2025

👉 Faiza Qadeer, daughter of Lutf Qadeer of Barenis Lasht Lower Chitral, has secured the prestigious and fully funded Marie Curie Scholarship for PhD studies at the renowned Università Cattolica del Sacro Cuore, Piacenza Campus in Italy. The specially positive aspect here is that despite belonging to a conservative religious family, Faiza has reached out for higher education along with her two sisters who are also pursuing specialised studies within Pakistan. .. 12 June 2025

👉 Recent research points to strength training as potentially the most effective exercise for improving sleep quality in older adults with insomnia, performing better than aerobic workouts and combination exercises. .. 11 June 2025  .. Source

👉 According to an international weather company, Pakistani cities rank among the word’s 15 hottest cities currently. Dera Ismail Khan tops the list as the hottest place in the world, recording a blistering 48.4°C. Close behind is Jacobabad, with a temperature of 48°C, securing the second spot globally. .. 11 June 2025.. Source

👉 In a thrilling competition, Chitral A team comprising of civilian players beat Chitral Scouts A team by 5 goals against 4, at the Pre- Shandur polo tournament held at the Chitral polo ground, today. Performance of players in the tournament will be a benchmark in selecting players for the Shandur polo tournament scheduled from 20-2 June, .. 05 June 2025

👉 According to a press release of the KP Tourism department the annual Shandur Polo festival will be held at the 21300 ft height Shandur polo ground from 20-22 June 2025. .. 01 June 2925

👉 A young man reportedly a Sepoy of FC has tied marital bonds with two girls simultaneously on same day in village Sor Rech of upper Chitral. The man Sartaj Ahmad is a Sunni while one of his brides is an Ismaili and the other is a Sunni. Both the girls claimed he had promised them marriage. The marriage(s) was solemnized by a local cleric Molana Faiz ur Rahman ..  28 May 2025 .. Source

👉 Pre-season mangoes have arrived in the market which are artificially ripened by calcium carbide . Use of calcium carbide ripened fruit can cause an array of problems including neurological ones .. 20 May 2025

👉 In line with Pakistan’s state of ‘honesty’, the Capital Development Authority has been caught using paper flowers at international events and VIP reception. .. 25 Apr 2025

👉 In a significant development, the Pakistan Space Activities Regulatory Authority (PSARA) has issued  No Objection Certificate (NOC) to Elon Musk’s Starlink, confirming that the company has met all regulatory requirements, according to sources. The introduction of Starlink will markedly improve the internet service in Pakistan. .. 21 March 2025

👉 After years of suspension of flight service, PIA has announced a once weekly flight between Islamabad and Chitral. The Flight would depart Islamabad for Chitral at 1010 hrs and Depart Chitral for Islamabad at 1200 hrs on Saturdays.only. .. 14 March 2025

👉 Silk Bank has formally merged with United Bank Limited (UBL) w.e.f 11 March 2024 ..12 March 2025

👉 NHA starts collecting tol tax from vehicles at Lowari tunnel w.e.f 15 Feb 2025. The tax from cars and small vehicles would be Rs 60, while from passenger wagons Rs 100, Busses Rs 200, trucks Rs 250 and large trucks Rs 500. Hope the lighting inside the tunnel would work now and arbitrary holding up of vehicles at the mouth of the tunnel would stop from now onward.. 15 Feb 2025

👉 Bykea service (a motorbike ride service) which exists in larger cities of Pakistan has been introduced in Chitral town also. The first Bykea rider hailing from Rehankot Chitral town, Aziz ur Rahman told this scribe that his service is half expensive compared to taxis and rickshaws and is being greatly appreciated by commuters. .. (Muhkamuddin), 14 Feb 2024

👉 Saudi Arabia has launched ‘Milaf Cola’, the world’s first soft cola drink made from dates. Milaf Cola contains no added sugar, utilizing the natural sweetness and health benefits of dates to offer a healthier alternative to traditional sodas. .. 30 Jan 2025

👉 441.5 million units of electricity are provided annually at no cost to 200,000 employees across public and corporate sector entities, reports a national daily. Of this, 308.2 million units are allocated to current employees, while retired employees receive 133.2 million units. .. 24 Jan 2025

👉 According to the latest ‘research’ making rounds on the internet, the humble Dandelion (flower, leaves and root) is a miracle cure for cancer. .. .. 22 Jan 2025

👉 Why blame only Pakistanis! A Turkish man has been accused of running a counterfeit Aab e Zamzam water operation, allegedly earning millions of lira through the scheme. In just five months, preliminary investigations revealed the operation generated nearly 90 million Lira (around $2.5 million). .. 15 Jan 2025

👉 Every Pakistani now owes Rs. 302,000 to national and international lenders as of fiscal year 2024, up 11.3 percent compared to FY23, according to the Fiscal Policy Statement 2025 presented to the National Assembly.. 15 Jan 2025

👉 Coordinator to the Prime Minister on Health, highlighted on Saturday that Pakistan is home to the highest number of hepatitis C patients globally, with 10 million cases out of the worldwide total of 60 million. .. 12 Jan 2025

👉 Highest ever bids of US$271,000 each (equivalent to Pak Rs75,442,578) as markhor trophy hunting were offered for Toshi 1 and Toshi 2 conservancies. 80 per cent of the proceeds from the trophy hunting program are distributed among the local communities for development and wildlife conservation activities in the respective villages. .. 14 Oct 2024

👉 Dr Zohra Wali, daughter of prominent educationist Sher Wali Khan Aseer Passed away at THQ hospital after a brief illness in Booni Hospital where she was working as a Gynecologist. She was the elder sister of prominent ophthalmologist Dr Zubeda Sirang. .. 30 Sep 2024

👉 Only 1 in 10 Pakistanis believe that country is headed in the right direction with rural population more optimistic than urbanites, according to Consumer Confidence Index survey by IPSOS. According to the survey, only 13 percent Pakistanis believe that economic condition of the country is strong. .. 31 Aug 2024

👉 A most wanted fugitive in Norway, Pakistani origin Norway national, Umar Farooq has been awarded the second highest National Award of Pakistan, ‘Hilal e Imtiaz’ by the President on 14 August, according to a report by journalist Irshad Bhatti. .. 25 Aug 2024

👉 Governor State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) Jameel Ahmed on Wednesday informed the Senate Standing Committee on Finance and Revenue that the central bank will replace all existing currency notes from Rs. 10 to Rs. 5,000 by the end of this year. The governor outlined plans to introduce the new polymer currency notes later this year. .. 21 Aug 2024

👉 According to an estimate, there are about 3000 hotels big and small in the scenic valley of Kalam in Swat district, turning the valley into concrete and bricks, replacing the trees and greenery. .. 17 Aug 2024

👉 The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has not received a single penny from the 85000 traders registered under the Tajir Dost Scheme against a projection of Rs. 50 billion in 2024-25. .. 15 Aug 2024

👉 Afzal Ali of Booni, a prominent social and political figure of upper Chitral and elder of the Zondray tribe, passed away at his home town Booni, at the age of 90 years. .. 12 Aug 2024 

👉 The European Union has signed a new 46 million Euro grant agreement with SRSP to support electrification in rural KP. .. 09 Aug 2024

👉 The renowned Monal restaurant in Islamabad Margalla hills has announced its closure, effective September 11, 2024, following orders from the Supreme Court of Pakistan . Other restaurants in the area have been ordered same. .. 07 Aug 2024

👉 Karachi Pakistan has been ranked as the most dangerous city for tourists after Caracas Venezuela, according to Forbes Advisor 2024. Like wise Singapore has been adjudged the safest one ahead of Tokyo Japan .. source

👉 The latest Henley Passport Index has ranked the Pakistani passport as the fourth worst, holding the 100th position, even worse than that of war torn Palestine, for the fourth consecutive year. .. 26 July 2024

👉 The Copernicus Climate Change Service (C3S), a European Union climate monitoring agency, reported that July 21 was the global hottest day recorded ever. According to preliminary data published Tuesday, the global average surface air temperature reached 17.09 degrees Celsius (62.7 degrees Fahrenheit), surpassing the previous record of 17.08 degrees Celsius set on July 6, 2023 .. 17 July 2024

👉 Eleven of the most popular snacks mostly consumed by children have been found unfit for consumption. The products, Slanty Vegetable, Snackers Hot Masala, Snackers Pizza, Twitch Classic, Potato Sticks, Cheese Ball Masala, Cheese Balls Cheese, Kai Korean Hot, Kai Spicy Mala, Kai Mala Wok, and Kai Korean Kimchi have all been found unfit for human consumption.” .. 17 July 2024

👉 Two employees of Utility Stores in Sukkur have been arrested for demanding extortion money from their officer, according to ARY News. The incident involved four individuals, including three Utility Stores staff members, who sought Rs4 million from their Zonal Manager, Qaiser Saeed, using Katcha dacoits as intermediaries. .. 07 July 2024

👉 The Senate Standing Committee on Commerce on Wednesday recommended authorities to export living donkeys to China and not just the skin. Earlier a Senator remarked that the skin of donkeys is being exported but there is no account of the meat which raises many an eye brow!!. .. 03 July 2024

👉 In a heart-wrenching plea, a disabled resident of Jaranwala, has announced his intention to sell his eyes, heart, and kidneys to pay his electricity bill. Yaseen, in a widely circulated video on social media, expressed his frustration at his inability to pay the bill despite living with a disability for five years. .. 03 July 2024

👉 After the 40 hours continuous power breakdown in Chitral town, four to six hour unannounced load-shedding has started since last two days. Chitral presents a perfect picture of a banana republic where designated organizations fail to deliver on their responsibility and nobody is there to ask them, why? .. 03 July 2024

👉 Pakistan’s Population (LIVE)  245,210,769 @12:34 pm on 30 June 2024 .. 30 June 2024

👉 The effect of social media on the minds of people has become so potent that even in Chitral the common person has started saying “we in Pakistan are paying taxes like the kind and magnitude of Scandinavian countries but ‘enjoying’ the benefits of taxes like in Burundi and South Sudan. .. 30 June 2024

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