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Jinali Koch river erosion

No govt help as river near swallowing poor man\’s house

M. Irshad Ullah BOONI: Severe flooding in Yarkhun river has placed a poor man\’s home and properties of other residents in imminent danger in Jinali Koch village. Despite the worsening situation, the district administration has not yet provided any assistance, raising serious concerns about the region’s disaster preparedness and the government’s responsiveness. Irshad Ahmed, the

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Pakistanis in Saudi jails

Over 10,000 Pakistanis in Saudi jails

ISLAMABAD: A Senate committee was informed that more than 10,000 Pakistani citizens are currently imprisoned in Saudi Arabia, with another 5,297 in the United Arab Emirates (UAE). The alarming figures available with ChitralToday were shared during a meeting of the Senate Standing Committee on Overseas Pakistanis and Human Resource Development, chaired by Senator Zeeshan Khanzada.

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Dyalasis machines for Lower Chitral hospitals

Charity body to donate two dialysis machines for Lower Chitral: DC

CHITRAL: A philanthropic organization has announced the donation of two dialysis machines for Lower Chitral The announcement was made during a meeting chaired by Deputy Commissioner (DC) Lower Chitral Rao Hashim Azam at the DC office. Officials from the district administration and the health department were also present. The organization will not only supply the

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Global Encounter Dubai 2025 Chitral team to Global Encounter

Chitrali youth join Team Pakistan for Global Encounters Festival

KARACHI: A group of talented youth from Chitral has joined Team Pakistan, the country’s largest delegation to the upcoming Global Encounters Festival in Dubai, which kicks off this weekend. The send-off ceremony was held in Karachi, where over 450 young participants from across Pakistan gathered before departing for the international event. Representing eight diverse regions,

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Shaqlasht festival in Upper Chitral

Shaqlasht Festival concludes with strong local participation

BOONI: The annual Shaqlasht Festival in Khot Upper Chitral concluded, drawing large crowds and celebrating local sports and culture. Held every year in the scenic Shaqlasht grounds of Torkhow, the festival featured competitions in cricket, volleyball and football. Teams from across Upper Chitral participated in the event, showcasing local talent and fostering friendly rivalry. Spectators

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