Pakistan Forward

2020-04-30

Charities focus on tribal districts in bid to ease impact of coronavirus

Job losses and lockdowns spurred by the pandemic are taking a toll on impoverished families in the region.

2020-03-31

KP police destroy poppy fields in bid to curb illegal drug trade

Extremist groups use the proceeds from trafficking illicit drugs to help finance their violent activities.

2020-03-10

Under-21 Games in Peshawar highlight return of peace

'The province is now turning from terrorism to tourism and sports,' said Ajmal Wazir, a spokesman for the KP government.

2020-03-04

In photos: traditional rabab music revives as security improves in KP

'Music is the spice of life... it has been a part of our culture from time immemorial,' said Farman Ali Shah, a Pashtu poet and village elder.

2020-02-25

KP Police initiative aims to support women and children in tribal areas

The area until recently suffered under militant and extremist activities for more than three decades, leaving behind hundreds of women and children as widows and orphans.

2020-02-13

Malam Jabba ski gala highlights return of peace, sporting events

The presence of foreign teams in Swat sends a very clear message to the world that Pakistan is on the path of progress and peace, said one official.

2020-02-11

Pakistan's 'Zindagi' app raises awareness of illegal drug scourge

The new app provides information on the dangers of illegal drugs as well as the location of rehabilitation centres.

2020-01-29

New app marks beginning of digital effort to protect children in KP

The 'Mera Bacha Alert' app launched last November allows parents to quickly report missing children and cases of child abuse.

2020-01-15

Rescue 1122 continues expansion into tribal districts

The Khyber Pakhtunkhwa government plans to set up 20 new stations of the emergency service, which responds to incidents including bombings, suicide attacks and medical emergencies.