Month: July 2026

Peshawar: Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Minister for Public Health Engineering(PHE), Fazal Shakoor Khan, on Wednesday chaired a review meeting on the KP Rural Investment and Institutional Support Project (KP-RIISP).

The meeting was attended virtually by Carlo Amedi, Consultant to the World Bank; Secretary, PHE Department Masood Younas; Project Director, Adnan Ahmad and other relevant officials.

During the meeting, participants were given a comprehensive briefing on the progress of KP-RIISP, ongoing development activities, achievements to date, financial progress, implementation status and future targets.

Participants were informed that multiple projects are currently underway under an initiative to provide safe drinking water, sanitation, drainage systems and other essential civic services in the merged districts.

Speaking on the occasion, Carlo Amedi reaffirmed the World Bank’s continued commitment to providing full technical and institutional support for the successful implementation and completion of the KP-RIISP.

Provincial Minister Fazal Shakoor Khan expressed his gratitude to the World Bank for its continued cooperation and said that the KP-RIISP is a landmark public welfare initiative for the merged districts.

Peshawar: Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Minister for Public Health Engineering(PHE), Fazal Shakoor Khan, on Wednesday chaired a review meeting on the KP Rural Investment and Institutional Support Project (KP-RIISP).

The meeting was attended virtually by Carlo Amedi, Consultant to the World Bank; Secretary, PHE Department Masood Younas; Project Director, Adnan Ahmad and other relevant officials.

During the meeting, participants were given a comprehensive briefing on the progress of KP-RIISP, ongoing development activities, achievements to date, financial progress, implementation status and future targets.

Participants were informed that multiple projects are currently underway under an initiative to provide safe drinking water, sanitation, drainage systems and other essential civic services in the merged districts.

Speaking on the occasion, Carlo Amedi reaffirmed the World Bank’s continued commitment to providing full technical and institutional support for the successful implementation and completion of the KP-RIISP.

Provincial Minister Fazal Shakoor Khan expressed his gratitude to the World Bank for its continued cooperation and said that the KP-RIISP is a landmark public welfare initiative for the merged districts.

Peshawar: Bannu Police on Wednesday claimed to have foiled an attack by suspected militants during a search-and-strike operation in the Shadiu area within the limits of Huwed Police Station, injuring two attackers in an exchange of fire.

According to a police spokesperson, the militants opened fire on the police party during the operation. Police personnel responded promptly, leading to a gun battle in which two militants were reportedly injured.

The spokesperson said the injured militants were taken away by their accomplices, who managed to escape from the scene.

A Kalashnikov rifle, bloodstains and spent bullet casings were recovered from the site, indicating that the attackers had sustained injuries during the exchange.

Police said a search operation has been expanded in the area, while raids are being carried out at various locations to trace and arrest the fleeing suspects.

District Police Officer (DPO) Muhammad Furqan Bilal praised the police personnel for their courage, professionalism and swift response, announcing cash rewards for the officers involved in the operation.

He warned that Bannu Police would continue operations against militant elements with full determination, adding that protecting the lives and property of citizens remains the force’s top priority and that there would be no safe haven for terrorists in the district.

Peshawar: Bannu Police on Wednesday claimed to have foiled an attack by suspected militants during a search-and-strike operation in the Shadiu area within the limits of Huwed Police Station, injuring two attackers in an exchange of fire.

According to a police spokesperson, the militants opened fire on the police party during the operation. Police personnel responded promptly, leading to a gun battle in which two militants were reportedly injured.

The spokesperson said the injured militants were taken away by their accomplices, who managed to escape from the scene.

A Kalashnikov rifle, bloodstains and spent bullet casings were recovered from the site, indicating that the attackers had sustained injuries during the exchange.

Police said a search operation has been expanded in the area, while raids are being carried out at various locations to trace and arrest the fleeing suspects.

District Police Officer (DPO) Muhammad Furqan Bilal praised the police personnel for their courage, professionalism and swift response, announcing cash rewards for the officers involved in the operation.

He warned that Bannu Police would continue operations against militant elements with full determination, adding that protecting the lives and property of citizens remains the force’s top priority and that there would be no safe haven for terrorists in the district.

Rawalpindi: The Board of Intermediate and Secondary Education Rawalpindi has successfully concluded the Intermediate First Annual Examination 2026 under optimal administrative arrangements, with the board management promising absolute transparency and merit in the preparation of final results.

Chairman BISE Rawalpindi Professor Dr. Iqbal Mehmood praised Controller of Examinations Tanveer Asghar Awan, Secretary Amjad Iqbal Khattak and the invigilation staff for executing their duties with professional integrity. He reiterated that the marking process for both Matriculation and Intermediate papers will strictly adhere to impartiality to ensure every candidate receives the actual reward for their hard work, in line with the vision of CM Maryam Nawaz Sharif.

Controller of Examinations Tanveer Asghar Awan, after visiting multiple examination centers in Taxila, Hasan Abdal, and Rawalpindi, extended his gratitude to the district administrations, regional college directors, institutional heads, and law enforcement agencies across Rawalpindi, Attock, Jhelum, Chakwal, Talagang, and Murree. He noted that the smooth completion of the exams was made possible through coordinated teamwork and multi-departmental support, marking a significant milestone in promoting a transparent assessment system.

Rawalpindi: The Board of Intermediate and Secondary Education Rawalpindi has successfully concluded the Intermediate First Annual Examination 2026 under optimal administrative arrangements, with the board management promising absolute transparency and merit in the preparation of final results.

Chairman BISE Rawalpindi Professor Dr. Iqbal Mehmood praised Controller of Examinations Tanveer Asghar Awan, Secretary Amjad Iqbal Khattak and the invigilation staff for executing their duties with professional integrity. He reiterated that the marking process for both Matriculation and Intermediate papers will strictly adhere to impartiality to ensure every candidate receives the actual reward for their hard work, in line with the vision of CM Maryam Nawaz Sharif.

Controller of Examinations Tanveer Asghar Awan, after visiting multiple examination centers in Taxila, Hasan Abdal, and Rawalpindi, extended his gratitude to the district administrations, regional college directors, institutional heads, and law enforcement agencies across Rawalpindi, Attock, Jhelum, Chakwal, Talagang, and Murree. He noted that the smooth completion of the exams was made possible through coordinated teamwork and multi-departmental support, marking a significant milestone in promoting a transparent assessment system.