CHITRAL: A flash flood struck the village of Gasht in Laspur Valley (Upper Chitral) on Friday evening, partially damaging two houses and affecting crops. Rescue 1122 teams responded promptly after receiving information, reaching the site to assist with relief efforts and help residents secure damaged property. Officials attributed the flooding to increased runoff from rapidly […]
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PESHAWAR: The government of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa held a special ceremony in Peshawar to honour the Chitral polo team that emerged victorious at this year\’s iconic Shandur Polo Festival. This is the first time Chief Minister Ali Amin Gandapur formally invited and recognized the festival’s winning players in such a manner. Director General Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Culture
BOONI: The Chitral-Mastuj road that was blocked at the river-eroded narrow patch near Reshun was temporarily reopened for light traffic on Monday afternoon, the district administration of Upper Chitral said. The road had been severely affected by erosion from the Yarkhun River at Shader, causing a freight truck to become stranded in the middle of
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BADAKHSHAN: Fazal Ahmad Paiz, an Ismaili Muslim community member, was killed inside his home in Tizab village, Zebak district of Badakhshan province in Afghanistan. Local residents told Afghan media that the attack appeared targeted and may be linked to his religious affiliation. Fazal was also affiliated with Aga Khan Foundation. Eyewitnesses said that unidentified gunmen
MASTUJ: Prominent political and social figure of Laspur valley of Upper Chitral Amir Ullah Khan Yaftali passed away on Sunday, July 6, 2025. He was 81. Amir Ullah Khan Yaftali was a respected leader and cultural advocate. As a former District Council member, he championed local rights and worked tirelessly to preserve Chitrali heritage. He
