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Musarrat Ullah Jan , KikxNow , Digital Creator This incident, at first glance, might elicit a chuckle. Yet, upon deeper reflection, it serves as a stark moment of introspection for the sports system in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. A photograph circulating from the Hayatabad Sports Complex, showing a young man with a medal, has not only sparked questions but also laid bare a cynical truth: in the world of sports, "display" sometimes outweighs reality. The image, widely shared across media, depicts a radiant young man, a beaming smile, and the gleam of a medal. One might easily mistake him for a world champion. However, the truth is far less glorious. According to available records and the official event list, the young man's name is conspicuously absent. The pressing question arises: if one didn't participate in a competition, on what basis was a medal acquired? This is the point where the seriousness and the satire of the sports system converge. Sports enthusiasts and fo...

  Musarrat Ullah Jan , KikxNow , Digital Creator We grew up hearing that caste discrimination belonged to history books, that it was a social evil confined to another time and another society. We were told that in the subcontinent the lowest rung of that system was the Shudra, people who worked the hardest, were paid the least, and had almost no rights. We were also told that modern states, modern laws, and modern institutions had buried such thinking forever. Time spent at institutions like the Asian College of Journalism in India teaches one thing very clearly. Class does not disappear with education or slogans. There is always an elite class that dominates space, decision making, and narrative. That by itself is not the real danger. The real danger begins when people who rise from lower levels forget where they came from and start reproducing the same cruelty they once resented. It is in this context that a prophetic saying of the Holy Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) ...

  Musarrat Ullah Jan , KikxNow , Digital Creator The true character of an institution is rarely found in its glossy brochures, choreographed press releases, or vibrant opening ceremonies. Instead, it is revealed in its silence. Today, the Directorate of Sports Khyber Pakhtunkhwa has become a monument to that very silence—a silence that reeks of evasion, legal defiance, and a deep-seated allergy to transparency. The case is damningly simple. On July 14, 2025, a Right to Information (RTI) request was filed regarding the commercial shops within the Bannu Sports Complex . By law, a response was mandated within ten days. Months have since bled into one another, calendars have turned, yet the department remains paralyzed. This delay is not mere "bureaucratic lethargy"; it is a calculated strategy of stonewalling. This is the same Directorate that beats the drum of "Sports Reforms" every budget cycle, waxing lyrical about the "bright future of our youth." ...

  Musarrat Ullah Jan , KikNow , Digital Creator The election of the Peshawar Division Swimming Association cabinet was held under the auspices of the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Swimming Association at the Peshawar Sports Complex. The electoral process was conducted in the presence of a representative of the Regional Sports Officer Peshawar, ensuring transparency and adherence to official procedures. As a result of the elections, Arshad Khan Orakzai was elected President, while Mubeen Ahmed, a former coach, was appointed General Secretary. Shah Riyaz was elected Senior Vice President, and Yameen Khan was appointed Treasurer. Other cabinet positions include Ms. Naba, who was elected Vice President, and Advocate Hidayat Khan, who was appointed Joint Secretary. According to officials, around 50 swimming managers and players from across the Peshawar region participated in the electoral process, reflecting strong engagement from the local swimming community. The newly elected cabinet...

  Musarrat Ullah Jan , Digital Creator The Inter-Club Tennis Tournament organized by the Regional Sports Office Peshawar has officially begun at the Peshawar Sports Complex. The opening ceremony was jointly held by Director General Sports Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Tashfeen Haider, and Additional Deputy Commissioner Peshawar, Asghar Khan Sorani, who inaugurated the event by cutting the ribbon. The ceremony was attended by Chairman Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Tennis Association Dr. Muhammad Tahir, Senior Vice President Umar Ayaz, Regional Sports Officer Kashif Farhan, Administrator Yousaf Afridi, and other officials and sports figures. A total of more than 70 players from 16 different tennis clubs of the Peshawar region are participating in the three-day tournament. The winning team will receive a trophy along with a cash prize of Rs 20,000, while the runners-up will be awarded Rs 15,000. Speaking at the opening ceremony, Director General Sports Tashfeen Haider said it was encouraging to se...

  Musarrat Ullah Jan , KikNow , Digital Creator An alarming case of alleged administrative and financial irregularities has surfaced within the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Sports Directorate’s flagship “1,000 Sports Facilities” project, raising serious questions about transparency, misuse of authority, and accountability. According to sources, a deputy director working on the project was granted Drawing and Disbursing Officer (DDO) powers for two separate projects simultaneously. Using these powers, the officer allegedly instructed that four bank accounts be opened in Dera Ismail Khan on March 20, 2024. These individuals were shown as employees under a Union Council-level project, despite the fact that no formal appointment letters had been issued at the time. Subsequently, official letters were issued specifically for opening bank accounts. These documents showed that two individuals were appointed as office boys and two as junior clerks, all posted in Dera Ismail Khan. On paper, the...

  Musarrat Ullah Jan , KikNow , Digital Creator In the rugged hills of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, where young athletes train relentlessly on worn mats under the watchful eyes of dedicated coaches, four promising judo players had reason to celebrate. Abdul Rahman, Huzaifa, Faisal, and Awais had shone brightly in the prestigious Quaid-e-Azam Games and the Under-22 Games, representing their province with skill and determination. Their throws were precise, their grips unbreakable, and their performances earned them medals—and, more importantly, the promise of scholarships from the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Sports Directorate. These scholarships were meant to be a lifeline. For boys from modest backgrounds, juggling rigorous training with limited resources, the financial support would cover equipment, travel to tournaments, and perhaps even some educational expenses. "We play for the national flag, despite having so little," Abdul Rahman often said to his teammates during late-night practic...

  Musarrat Ullah Jan , KikxNow , Digital Creator In sports administration, some events sound so much like comedy playscripts, but unfortunately, they happen in reality. Here, an example exists in a provincial-level sport directorate, where projects develop, but the most essential thing in carrying out the projects, which is a computer, cannot be found. It all starts with a company, brand new and eager, accepting multiple orders from the sports department. The orders ranged from small to extensive, but what they all had in common was the need for the proper equipment. One of which was simple: computers. The orders were placed, the forms filled out, but when the equipment was delivered, it vanished. Just walk into any part of your office today, and nowhere will you find any computer from any department in the office. All they use are their laptops. This goes against all paperwork, and it really shouldn’t be happening, considering it would give any administrator a shock from bli...

  Musarrat Ullah Jan , KikxNow , Digital Creator According to the Pakistan Sports Board (PSB), only twelve sports federations in Pakistan have submitted their audit reports for the fiscal year 2024/25. The federations that complied include the Pakistan Long Range Rifle Association, Judo Federation, National Rifle Association, Pakistan Polo Association, Pakistan Swimming Federation, Pakistan Table Tennis Federation, Pakistan Taekwondo Federation, Pakistan Cycling Federation, Pakistan Hockey Federation, Pakistan Rugby Union, Pakistan Ten Pin Bowling Federation, and Pakistan Handball Federation. The PSB’s report highlights the expenditures and funds received by these federations. However, information from the remaining federations is still pending. Currently, approximately 43 sports federations operate in Pakistan, indicating that the majority have yet to submit their financial disclosures. This delay raises concerns about transparency and financial accountability in the country...

  Musarrat Ullah Jan, KikxNow , Digital Creator Peshawar: The President and Vice President of the Pakistan Hockey Federation, Syed Zahir Shah, have directed all relevant district organizers in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa to complete preparations for the Chief of Army Staff Hockey Tournament, which will begin under the supervision of affiliated organizations across the province from January 16. According to the directive, registered hockey teams from Peshawar, Charsadda, Nowshera, Mardan, Dera Ismail Khan, Kohat, Bannu, Haripur, Abbottabad, Swat, Buner, Malakand, Dir, and Sawabi will participate in the tournament. The event will take place from January 16 to 26. All administrative officials have been clearly instructed that action will be taken against districts that fail to organize the tournament. A banner template has been sent and should be displayed at the grounds according to the design. Match sheets and photographs of the matches will be sent on a daily basis. #KP_Hockey #Chi...