Society Society 2020-10-13 Pakistanis welcome ban of TikTok amid rising complaints over 'vulgar' content The platform persistently shows insensitivity to the country's social fabric, religious scholars say. Society 2020-09-22 Peshawar's Qissa Khwani Bazaar moves on from anguish of past attacks The bazaar was the site of devastating terrorist attacks over the past decade, but now the commercial centre is thriving after security has been firmly reestablished. Society 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. Society 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. Society 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. Society 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. Society 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. Society 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. Society 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. Society 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. 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | Next
