Author: Moin Ullah Shah

By Moin Ullah Shah KARACHI: A young man was killed in a shooting incident near a steel mill in Karachi yesterday, and the Bin Qasim police have registered a case at the request of the victim’s family. According to the FIR, two security guards and one officer of the steel mill have been named in the case. Police said the victim had been cutting wood in a nearby forested area outside the steel mill with friends when a security guard fired at him, resulting in his death. Authorities are investigating the incident, and the case has been filed under relevant…

By Moin Ullah Shah KARACHI: Authorities in Karachi have extended restrictions on rickshaws and Qingqis entering 25 major city roads, a measure aimed at easing traffic congestion and improving road safety. The ban, issued under Section 144, is set to remain in effect until 22 February 2026, according to an official notification. Karachi’s Commissioner explained that the decision was taken to streamline vehicle movement on key urban thoroughfares and reduce the risk of accidents, reflecting a broader strategy by city authorities to address persistent traffic challenges. The extension underscores the difficulties faced by the sprawling metropolis in balancing the needs…

By Moin Ullah Shah KARACHI: Police say they have dismantled a highly wanted interprovincial gang accused of robbing jewellers of large quantities of gold and cash in Sindh and Punjab, following a series of operations by Karachi’s Special Investigation Unit (SIU) and the CIA. According to a police press release dated 22 December 2025, the SIU took over the investigation of two major robbery cases from Karachi’s central district. One case, registered at Gulberg police station in 2024, involved the snatching of 2,950 grams of gold, while another, registered at Liaquatabad police station in 2025, concerned the looting of Rs15m…

By Moin Ullah Shah KARACHI: Sindh Governor Kamran Khan Tessori, alongside Jamiat Ulema-e-Islam (F) chief Maulana Fazlur Rehman, called for national unity in the face of ongoing security and economic challenges at a press conference held at Governor House Karachi. Governor Tessori emphasized that whenever Pakistan and Islam are at stake, religious groups have historically stood together. He highlighted the need for political and religious forces to unite in support of Pakistan, especially in these critical times. He expressed concern over hostile elements exploiting the concept of Fitna-al-Khawarij against Pakistan, with particular focus on the provinces of Balochistan and Khyber…

By Moin Ullah Shah KARACHI: A young man was killed in a shooting incident near a steel mill in Karachi yesterday, and the Bin Qasim police have registered a case at the request of the victim’s family. According to the FIR, two security guards and one officer of the steel mill have been named in the case. Police said the victim had been cutting wood in a nearby forested area outside the steel mill with friends when a security guard fired at him, resulting in his death. Authorities are investigating the incident, and the case has been filed under relevant…

By Moin Ullah Shah KARACHI: Authorities in Karachi have extended restrictions on rickshaws and Qingqis entering 25 major city roads, a measure aimed at easing traffic congestion and improving road safety. The ban, issued under Section 144, is set to remain in effect until 22 February 2026, according to an official notification. Karachi’s Commissioner explained that the decision was taken to streamline vehicle movement on key urban thoroughfares and reduce the risk of accidents, reflecting a broader strategy by city authorities to address persistent traffic challenges. The extension underscores the difficulties faced by the sprawling metropolis in balancing the needs…

By Moin Ullah Shah KARACHI: Commissioner Karachi Syed Hassan Naqvi has announced that comprehensive security, cleanliness and civic service arrangements will be put in place around churches during Christmas, with deputy commissioners instructed to take priority measures in consultation with the Christian community. Speaking at his office during a meeting with a delegation from the First United Presbyterian Church of Pakistan, Naqvi said “foolproof” security would be provided at churches across the city. The presser issued from commissioner office clearly missing the mentioning of Quaid-e-Azam Day celebrations on the same day. He directed all DCs to coordinate closely with church…

By Moin Ullah Shah KARACHI: The Special Investigation Unit (SIU) of the CIA has released its annual report detailing operations against extortionists in Karachi during 2025. According to the report, a total of 171 cases related to extortion were registered in the city over the year. Investigations confirmed that 75 of these cases involved genuine extortion activities, while the remaining 96 cases were related to transactions, land disputes, personal matters, quarrels, and other conflicts. Of the 75 confirmed extortion cases, 71 were successfully traced, reflecting a 95 percent tracing rate. A total of 128 suspects were involved in these cases.…

By Moin Ullah Shah KARACHI: K-Electric carried out an operation against illegal electricity connections in Khameso Goth, North Karachi, targeting elements involved in electricity theft. During the operation, staff members were attacked by the so-called “kunda mafia,” leaving one employee seriously injured and hospitalized. An FIR has been registered regarding the incident. The spokesperson for K-Electric reported that the affected feeder in Khameso Goth suffered approximately 40% losses, resulting in an estimated annual electricity loss of 3.4 million units. Despite weekly removal drives, illegal connections continue to reappear, highlighting the persistent challenge posed by the illegal electricity network. The spokesperson…

By Moin Ullah Shah KARACHI: The Sindh government has decided that fishermen without NADRA-issued identification will not be registered, issued licences or allowed to register fishing launches. The decision was taken at an important meeting chaired by the provincial minister for livestock and fisheries, Muhammad Ali Malkani, in Karachi on 18 December. Senior officials from security agencies, Pakistan Customs, and federal and provincial fisheries departments attended the meeting. It was decided that the Sindh government would register fishermen and fishing launches only after verification of identity issued by NADRA. Officials said the measure would help prevent smuggling and other criminal…