Stories by Zahiruddin

Irregular weather patterns affecting crop, orchard productivity in Chitral

Farmers seek fruit varieties tolerant to higher temperatures, moisture Published 31 May, 2026 06:57am

Training launched to empower Chitrali women, boost climate resilience

Official says over 1,000 women trained in sustainable harvest techniques of non-timber forest products Published 30 May, 2026 06:04am

Aga Khan assures KP governor, CM of investment in province

• Agrees to establish university and hospital in Peshawar • Commits to coordinated and sustained partnership with provincial Published 26 May, 2026 07:02am

Iconic snow leopard makes a comeback in rugged terrain of Chitral

After a worrying thirteen-year silence, the elusive cat has begun appearing frequently across various valleys since last year. Updated 11 May, 2026 09:14am

Rising water level in Yarkhun River threatens key bridge

Social activist says bridge collapse can suspend traffic between Chitral, GB Published 20 Apr, 2026 06:23am

Flood threat looms over Chitral valley as summer approaches

Residents, experts urge urgent construction of bulwarks along river. Updated 13 Apr, 2026 09:27am

Chitral forest dept promotes ‘wise harvesting’ of natural resources

Official says CBEs set up to engage local communities for value addition of NTFP products Published 25 Mar, 2026 06:56am

Chitral farmers lack govt compensation despite growing livestock predation

CHITRAL: A conflict between human beings and carnivores is reaching a breaking point in the Chitral region, as... Published 24 Mar, 2026 06:05am

Apricot, almond tree blossoming in Chitral ahead of schedule

Residents insist situation caused by ‘warm winter, lack of snowfall’ Published 11 Mar, 2026 07:08am

Inquiry finds 6,821 deodar trees felled illegally in Arandu forest

Lower Chitral DC says those found guilty to face law Published 23 Feb, 2026 07:01am

Nine dead as snow blankets northern parts

KKH, other major roads blocked. Updated 24 Jan, 2026 07:17am

Cricket ground inaugurated in Lower Chitral

CHITRAL: As a part of his initiative to construct and rehabilitate 50 playgrounds across the district, Lower Chitral... Published 07 Dec, 2025 06:14am

Govt asked to develop winter-resilient industries in Chitral to stop migration

CHITRAL: The seasonal exodus of Chitralis to lower parts of the country with the onset of the harsh winter to find... Published 24 Nov, 2025 06:33am

Nostalgia for autumnal traditions besets Chitral people

Call for reviving these vital customs that once defined community life Published 17 Nov, 2025 06:20am

PM hails Pakistan’s prominence on world stage

Lauds US President Trump for helping ease tensions between Islamabad and New Delhi during May conflict. Updated 01 Nov, 2025 07:38am

Permission for markhor hunting at Chitral Gol National Park resented

Gahiret-Golen conservancy head threatens protest against wildlife dept’s decision. Updated 23 Sep, 2025 10:57am

Civil society alarmed at rapid melting of Chitral glaciers

Says many of region’s 543 glaciers declared endangered. Updated 21 Sep, 2025 11:10am

Chitral families moved to safety over Glof threat

CHITRAL: In view of the impending danger of glacial lake outburst floods (Glofs) in the valleys of Madak Lasht, ... Published 27 Aug, 2025 04:55am

Traditional festival begins in Bumburate, Rumber valleys

Event marks harvesting of wheat and barley crops Published 21 Aug, 2025 05:38am

Ecological concerns raised over Broghil festival

Experts warn three-day event could endanger glaciers, fragile peatlands in region Published 19 Aug, 2025 05:14am