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By Israr Ahmad Orakzai KOHAT: The Kohat commissioner, Syed Mutasim Billah Shah, carried out surprise inspections of public hospitals in Kohat and Karak districts ahead of Eid al-Fitr, reviewing medical facilities, availability of medicines and staff attendance. Accompanied by deputy commissioners, district health officers and medical superintendents, he visited key departments including X-ray units, ECG sections, laboratories, blood banks and emergency wards. He examined the functionality of medical equipment, cleanliness conditions and the presence of staff. During the visits, the commissioner also met patients and their attendants to gather direct feedback on healthcare services. He expressed satisfaction over staff attendance…

There is a particular sound to history repeating itself, and in the Middle East, it often rings with the clatter of sabers being rhetorically rattled. As flames lick at the edges of the latest devastating conflict and the specter of a wider regional war grows ever more tangible, a familiar proposition has been dusted off and presented once more to the anxious capitals of the Gulf. It is the call for a grand alliance, a unified Arab-Islamic military and political bloc capable of standing against the storms. This time, the proposal comes from the seasoned voice of former Qatari Prime…

By Muhammad Mohsin Iqbal There are moments in history when the accumulated weight of the past crashes into the present with the force of a seismic shock. The sprawling, amorphous crisis now engulfing Iran, Israel, and the United States is such a moment. What may have been conceived in Washington and Tel Aviv as a calibrated campaign to curtail Tehran’s nuclear ambitions has metastasized into something far more dangerous and intractable—a conflict without clear objectives, without reliable allies, and, most unsettlingly, without an obvious off-ramp. The old certainties have evaporated. The familiar scripts have been tossed aside. And in the…

By Dr Zawwar Hussain We tend to think of the ground beneath our feet as the one stable thing in a chaotic world. It is the stage upon which the drama of human history unfolds, the unmoving foundation upon which we build our homes, our cities, and our lives. We speak of being on solid ground, of terra firma, as a metaphor for certainty itself. However, this is a comforting illusion. The Earth we inhabit is not a static, silent sphere; it is a living, restless body, humming with inner energies and shuddering with deep, tectonic breaths. In addition, every…

By Atiq Raja There comes a moment in every life when the noise of the world momentarily subsides, and a small, persistent question begins to echo in the sudden silence. It is not the loud, demanding question of ambition—the one that asks about promotions, salaries, and the next acquisition. It is something far more subtle and far more profound. It asks, simply: Why am I here? It is the question of purpose, and for too many, it goes not just unanswered, but unasked, drowned out by the relentless churn of daily existence. We are raised in a culture that venerates…

Mujeeb Rahman Qambrani MEHAR: Intermittent rainfall in Mehar and surrounding areas has brought daily life to a standstill, with widespread disruption reported across the taluka. Continuous rain has led to water accumulation in markets, streets, government offices and low-lying areas, severely affecting residents, particularly those living in mud houses. The situation was worsened by power failures after more than a dozen electricity feeders linked to Mehar, Radhan and Fareedabad grid stations tripped during the rainfall. Prolonged outages added to the difficulties faced by the public, leaving many areas without electricity for extended periods. Key commercial and public areas, including Ghanta…

News Desk DUBAI: Dubai authorities have imposed heavy fines on shopkeepers for overcharging essential items, following reports of unjustified price hikes after recent regional tensions. Officials said traders increased prices due to rising demand for basic goods after Iranian attacks. The Ministry of Economy and Tourism said it inspected more than 7,000 shops to prevent exploitation during the crisis. Authorities identified 567 violations, most of them related to excessive pricing. Officials issued 449 warnings to traders, suppliers and vendors, and imposed fines exceeding AED 207,250. The ministry said strict monitoring is being enforced on key items including cooking oil, eggs,…

By Wadood Mehsud KHYBER: The provincial government has launched a school enrolment campaign across Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, following instructions from the Chief Minister. In Upper South Waziristan, authorities conducted practical activities for the campaign in Tank instead of the district’s remote areas. A symbolic awareness walk was held outside the Deputy Commissioner’s office, and a report on the campaign’s progress was sent to the provincial capital, Peshawar. Local residents said many children in Upper South Waziristan remain out of school and lack access to education. Community members called for the campaign to be genuinely extended to Upper South Waziristan so that…

By Wadood Mehsud KHYBER: Reports have emerged of alleged large-scale salary deductions in Upper South Waziristan, where police officers reportedly receive pay despite failing to perform their duties. Sources said each officer faces monthly cuts ranging from 15,000 to 18,000 rupees, while the District Police Officer remains silent on the issue. Out of more than 3,500 police personnel posted in the district, only around 500 are actively performing duties across various areas. The remaining approximately 3,000 officers reportedly stay at home while still collecting salaries. The deductions from absent officers are said to total roughly 45 million rupees per month.…