Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) Governor Faisal Karim Kundi on Monday called for political dialogue without preconditions, warning that continued confrontations could push the country toward instability. Speaking at a news conference in Dera Ismail Khan, he said that negotiations require seriousness and responsibility from all parties, noting that even the prime minister had expressed willingness to […]
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Azad Khan takes charge as new police chief of Karachi
Karachi has a new police chief following a major reshuffle in the Sindh Police leadership, with senior officer Azad Khan appointed to head policing in the provincial capital. The development comes after the promotion of Javed Alam Odho to the post of Inspector General of Police (IGP) Sindh. Read More: BLA’s bid to groom child […]
Sindh CM Murad Ali Shah orders crackdown on Karachi street crime
Sindh Chief Minister Syed Murad Ali Shah on Thursday directed newly appointed Inspector General of Police Javed Alam Odho to intensify efforts to curb street crime in Karachi, stressing that the issue directly affects public confidence and the overall sense of security. The directive was issued during a meeting between the chief minister and the […]
Over 25,000 police deployed for New Year Night
LAHORE: Punjab Police have finalised a comprehensive security plan for New Year Night, deploying more than 25,000 officers and personnel across the province to maintain law and order and prevent any untoward incidents. Read More: Best Places in Lahore to Visit on New Year night Inspector General of Police Punjab Dr Usman Anwar approved the plan during […]
Three Pesco workers injured in foiled kidnapping bid in Bannu
BANNU: Three employees of the Peshawar Electric Supply Company (Pesco) were injured on Tuesday when armed men attempted to abduct them near Domel town in Bannu, but the kidnapping bid was thwarted after the workers resisted and police responded swiftly. Read More: PESCO circle inaugurated amid wide applause from consumers According to police and Pesco officials, […]
Five extortion networks operating in Karachi from abroad: Sindh home minister
KARACHI: Sindh Home Minister Ziaul Hasan Lanjar has revealed that five major extortio networks operating from outside Pakistan are actively targeting Karachi, with efforts under way to secure the extradition of their ringleaders. Read More: Extortion gangs being operated from Iran, says home minister Addressing a press conference at the Central Police Office, the minister identified […]
5 cops martyred as police mobile comes under attack in KP Karak
At least five police personnel were martyred on Tuesday when a police mobile came under attack in the Gurguri area of Karak district in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP), officials confirmed. District police spokesperson Shaukat Khan said that all the victims were constables and were on routine duty when the attack took place. The martyred policemen were […]
Punjab gets lowest NFC share, says Maryam Nawaz
Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz said Punjab receives the smallest share under the NFC award despite its population. She said every province gets significant NFC funds, but Punjab’s share is the lowest. She made the remarks while addressing a laptop distribution ceremony in Lodhran. Maryam Nawaz said Punjab’s available funds are being spent directly on […]
Section 144 extended in Rawalpindi amid security concerns
The District Administration of Rawalpindi has extended the enforcement of Section 144 of the Code of Criminal Procedure until 10 December due to ongoing law and order concerns. The order, initially imposed by the deputy commissioner, restricts public gatherings of more than four individuals and bans rallies and political assemblies in the city. Officials stated […]
KP CM vows zero-tolerance for corruption, commits to lasting peace
PESHAWAR: Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Chief Minister Mohammad Sohail Afridi on Wednesday vowed to restore and sustain peace in the province “at all costs.” Speaking at a joint darbar of police and civil officers at the Chief Minister’s House, he emphasised that decisions made behind closed doors would no longer be tolerated. Read More: Minister reaffirms commitment […]