Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi met the newly-appointed Federal Investigation Agency (FIA) Director General (DG) Dr Usman Anwar on Wednesday and expressed hope that under his leadership, the FIA would emerge as a “model institution”. The meeting took place during Naqvi’s visit to FIA Headquarters in Islamabad, a statement by the interior ministry said. It further […]
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Rao Abdul Kareem appointed Punjab IGP, Dr Usman Anwar moves to FIA
LAHORE, February 3, 2026 — The federal government on Tuesday notified a major reshuffle in the Punjab police high command, appointing Special Branch Additional Inspector General Rao Abdul Kareem as the new inspector general of police (IGP), replacing Dr Usman Anwar. Read More: FIA gets two days to complete challan in PTI foreign funding case Dr […]
IG approves over Rs 2.7m for cops, families’ medical treatment
Inspector General of Police (IGP) Punjab, Dr Usman Anwar, has approved the release of an additional over Rs 2.7 million for the medical treatment of police employees and their families suffering from serious illnesses across Lahore and other districts. Sharing details, the spokesperson for Punjab Police said that Constable Mumtaz Ali was provided Rs 755,000 […]
Police complete security plan to ensure law and order on New Year’s eve
On the directions of Inspector General of Police Punjab, Dr Usman Anwar, Punjab Police has finalized a comprehensive security plan to ensure law and order on New Year Night. The IG Punjab has issued orders to enhance security across Lahore and throughout the province. According to the spokesperson of Punjab Police, on New Year Night […]
Mock exercise held by security agencies
On the orders of IG Punjab Dr. Usman Anwar and the direction of DIG Tayyab Hafeez Cheema, a mock exercise was organized by law and security agencies, here on Saturday. The aim of the mock exercise was to assess the mutual coordination and quick response capabilities of various security agencies to deal with potential threats […]
IG reiterates zero tolerance against unlicensed driving
Inspector General of Police (IGP) Punjab Dr. Usman Anwar has said that no compromise will be made on the protection of schoolchildren, stressing that driving without a valid licence is equivalent to inviting death and accidents. The IG Punjab said driving without a licence is effectively a “license to kill,” something no country in the […]
20,000 cops deployed for peaceful by-elections across Punjab
Inspector General of Police (IGP) Punjab Dr. Usman Anwar on Sunday said that more than 20,000 police officers and personnel were deployed across the province to ensure foolproof security during the by-elections held in national and provincial constituencies. He said the Punjab Police had devised and implemented comprehensive security arrangements to guarantee the peaceful and […]
Punjab Police complete security plan for by-elections
On the instructions of Inspector General of Police Punjab Dr. Usman Anwar, security arrangements for the by-elections being held in 13 national and provincial constituencies across Punjab have been completed. Punjab Police spokesperson said that more than 20,000 police officers and personnel have been deployed to perform security duties for the by-elections. IG Punjab Dr. […]
IGP pins promotion badges on 38 officers
A promotion ceremony for newly appointed inspectors was held at the Central Police Office under the directives of Inspector General of Police (IGP) Punjab Dr. Usman Anwar. During the event, 38 officers who succeeded in the Punjab Public Service Commission examination were conferred the rank of Inspector. Families of the promoted officers, including parents and […]
IG Punjab inquires after injured police officials
Inspector General of Police Punjab, Dr. Usman Anwar, visited Mayo Hospital, Lahore, and inquired about the police officers and personnel injured during the firing by violent mobs in Muridke. The IG Punjab asked after the well-being of the injured officials, prayed for their speedy recovery, and appreciated their courage and dedication in the line of […]