Chitral News

Islamabad, Jan 22, 2026: The mother and a paternal aunt today recorded their statements before the trial court hearing the murder case of Islamabad-based Chitrali social media star Sana Yousaf.Additional District and Sessions Judge Afzal Majoka took up the proceedings during which the victim’s mother Farzana Yousaf and aunt Latifa Shah appeared before the court […]

Chitral, Jan 22, 2026: Rain and snowfall have begun across Lower Chitral and its surrounding areas, prompting Rescue 1122 to place the district on high alert.District Emergency Officer Sajid Ali Yousafzai has ordered enhanced emergency preparedness in the area.In view of the severe weather conditions, Rescue 1122 teams deployed at Lower Chitral Headquarters, Lowari Tunnel,

Chitral, Jan 21, 2026: Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) District President and Member of KP Provincial Assembly Fatehul Mulk Ali Nasir formally launched a street movement from Ayun, demanding the immediate release of PTI founder Imran Khan, along with Abdul Latif and other party leaders. In a statement on social media, the MPA said that the protest

DROSH, Jan 20, 2026: Several newly installed electricity transmission poles in Shishi Koh Valley, Tehsil Drosh, Lower Chitral, have already collapsed during this year’s snowfall, raising serious concerns among residents about their quality installation. Locals alleged that the transmission lines failed to meet required standards.Imranul Mulk, President of Drosh Action Forum and Tehsil President of

Chitral, Jan 20, 2026: The report of a postmortem conducted on the snow leopard found dead at Garam Chashma has been released by the Wildlife Department According to the report issued by Veterinary Officer Imadullah, the snow leopard was approximately 12 years old and male.The report stated that the wild car showed no signs of

Chitral, Jan 20, 2026: The Lower Chitral police have continued targeted operations against individuals involved in the drug trade and other criminal activities.In a latest operation, a suspect involved in drug-related activities was apprehended during a house search. The arrested individual has been identified as Mahboob Elahi, a resident of Broz. During the search, police

CHITRAL, Jan 20, 2026: Intermittent rain and snowfall continued in and around the Lowari Tunnel area with up to six inches of snow recorded by Tuesday afternoon, according to the DC Lower Chitral office.On the directives of the Deputy Commissioner, all relevant departments have been placed on high alert to ensure smooth traffic flow and

Chitral, Jan 19, 2026: The death of a rare snow leopard in Garam Chashma valley of Lower Chitral has sparked public criticism and renewed questions about the performance and accountability of the Wildlife Department.Local sources told ChitralToday that the snow leopard was first spotted by locals in Thunik village about one and a half months

Peshawar, Jan 19, 2026: The government has initiated action to confiscate approximately 1.4 million cubic feet (CFT) of illegally felled timber allegedly held by timber mafia groups in Arandu Gol, Lower Chitral. The government plans to distribute the proceeds transparently among local residents and fund major development projects in the area.According to official sources, the