The Latest Breaking News from Peshawar

Families of 34 children killed in Pakistan school roof collapse demand justice

A senior official in Peshawar told the AFP news agency that initial reports suggested the roof collapse was due to "weak infrastructure".

Euronews · Oct 16

Pakistan School Roof Collapse Kills 35 as Police Reveal Detail About 'Overloaded' Building and Detain Owner

At least 35 people, including 34 children and a teacher, died when part of a private school collapsed in Peshawar, prompting an investigation and province-wide safety inspections

International Business Times UK · Oct 15

Photos show deadly school roof collapse in Pakistan

A deadly roof collapse at a private school in Peshawar left dozens dead. Rescue teams rushed to free children trapped beneath the rubble as authorities launched an investigation into the tragedy. This is a photo gallery curated by AP photo editors.

The Independent UK · Oct 15

Four passengers killed and 30 injured after train derails in central Pakistan

Train was traveling from southern port city of Karachi to northwestern city of Peshawar

The Independent UK · Oct 13

Pakistan's staple turns scarce: Peshawar pays Rs 3,300 for 20kg flour as subsidised supply dries up

Flour prices in Peshawar have sharply increased, leading to significant rises in roti prices as well. Bakers have reportedly raised the price of a 50-gram roti by 50%, exacerbating public anger. The government claims to be supplying subsidized flour, yet it remains scarce in the open market. Authorities are monitoring…

The Economic Times · Oct 7

Pakistan braces for showdown as talks collapse, Imran Khan’s party to begin march

Imran Khan, 73, has been in jail since 2023 after being convicted in a corruption case. He is currently held at the high-security Adiala Jail in Rawalpindi. PTI has also called for the release of Khan’s sisters and other people arrested ahead of the protest. It wants a proper medical…

The Times of India · Oct 4

Pakistan army officer pulls gun, fires in air amid student protest at Peshawar university- video

A Pakistan army officer opened fire into the air during a student protest at Sarhad University in Peshawar, triggering chaos and a scuffle on the campus, according to local media reports and videos circulating online.

The Times of India · Aug 25

Meals, books & biscuits behind Partition-era businesses that became part of Delhi’s story

2026 Independence Day: Businesses established by Partition refugees have become integral to Delhi's identity. Moti Mahal restaurant began its journey in Peshawar before relocating to Daryaganj. Bahrisons Booksellers started in Khan Market with a small collection of books. Frontier Biscuits originated in Hoti Mardan and later opened in Sadar Bazar.…

The Economic Times · Aug 8

Six security forces killed as terrorists storm post in Peshawar amid growing unrest in Pakistan

Pakistan’s security situation deteriorated further on Monday after six members of the Frontier Constabulary (FCN) were killed and four others injured while repelling a terrorist assault on a security post in the Hassan Khel area of Peshawar, according to sources cited by Dawn.

The Times of India · Jun 9

US shuts Peshawar consulate despite soft talk on Pakistan

TOI correspondent from Washington: The US State Department on Monday announced closure of its consulate in Peshawar, a move that underscores a striking contradiction in the Trump administration’s Pakistan policy: warm rhetoric and gushing praise at the top, but a steady drawdown of diplomatic infrastructure on the ground.

The Times of India · May 6