Author: Sudhir Ahmad Afridi

By Sudhir Ahmad Afridi KHYBER: A tragic incident unfolded on Thursday afternoon in the Bara subdivision of District Khyber, where Roohul Amin, a government school teacher, was shot dead near his school. Amin, who worked as a Physical Education Trainer (PET), was reportedly pursuing his PhD at the time of the attack, highlighting his dedication to academic and professional growth. According to initial reports, the incident occurred during an attempted motorcycle snatching by unidentified armed assailants, who shot him when he resisted. The motive and identity of the attackers remain unclear, as neither official authorities nor Amin’s family have provided…

By Sudhir Ahmad Afridi JAMRUD: In a joint press conference held at the Jamrud Press Club, leaders of political alliances from Bara and Jamrud, including Sherin Afridi, Shah Faisal Afridi, Malik Waheed Shah Afridi, Sadiq Charagh, Qazi Momin Afridi, Salman Afridi, Qismat Mustaqil Khel, Saif-ur-Rehman Afridi, Muhammad Asat Khan, Asghar Khan Afridi, and others, demanded the immediate release of Jamaat-e-Islami leader and political alliance spokesperson, Khan Wali Afridi. The leaders condemned Afridi’s arrest, alleging that he was falsely implicated in baseless and fabricated FIRs. They stated that Khan Wali Afridi has long been a vocal advocate for the rights and…

The Governor expressed grave concern over the worsening law and order situation, highlighting that the provincial government’s failure to curb violence By Sudhir Ahmad Afridi PESHAWAR: Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Governor Faisal Karim Kundi has directly criticized the provincial government’s handling of security, calling for an urgent All-Party Conference (APC) to address the escalating concerns over law and order in the region. In a video message from Peshawar, Kundi did not mince words, asserting that the provincial administration had proven ineffective in restoring peace, particularly in the southern districts of the province and Kurram. His call for an APC marks a significant…

By Sudhir Ahmad Afridi PESHAWAR: In a move reflecting growing tensions in the region, the Chief Minister of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa has written to Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, expressing serious concern over the ongoing detentions of citizens from the province. The letter calls for the immediate release of those arrested, framing the recent detentions as part of a larger pattern of targeting the people of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. According to the letter, following recent events, citizens from the province have been disproportionately affected, with many facing arrests under dubious circumstances. The Chief Minister also highlighted the persistent challenges faced by the Pashtun…

By Sudhir Ahmad Afridi KURRAM AGENCY: On the special instructions of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Governor Faisal Karim Kundi, Advocate Imran Wazir, Chairman of the Red Crescent’s merged districts, has overseen the distribution of essential supplies to 170 affected families in the Samirabad area of Lower Kurram. With the assistance of the Pakistan Red Crescent Society (PRCS) Kurram team, the families received food items, bottled clean water, and essential medicines. The team is on high alert under the guidance of Governor Kundi. In addition to relief supplies, emergency response services, including free ambulance services, are being provided by the Pakistan Red Crescent…

By Sudhir Ahmed Afridi BAJAUR: In response to escalating violence, the Bajaur Peace Jirga has imposed strict restrictions, including a night curfew from 9 p.m. onwards, to restore order in the region. The jirga announced that any fatalities occurring after the curfew time will be considered “forgiven,” and no FIRs will be registered for such incidents. Organizers justified the controversial decision, citing the severe unrest that has gripped Bajaur in recent weeks. “These measures are necessary to prevent further turmoil and safeguard lives,” the jirga stated. Residents traveling between villages after the curfew must inform relevant parties in advance to…

By Sudhir Ahmed Afridi KOHAT: Tribal clashes in Kurram district continued for the sixth consecutive day, claiming 102 lives and injuring 138, as per hospital and police sources. The violence, marked by intense firing and convoy ambushes, has brought the region to a standstill. Educational institutions remain closed, and mobile and internet services are still suspended, further isolating the district. Hospital officials reported two additional fatalities on Wednesday, one of which involved an ambush victim who succumbed to injuries sustained earlier. The ongoing violence has disrupted daily life, with traffic on the main highway and the Pak-Afghan Kharlachi border completely…

By Sudhir Ahmad Afridi PESHAWAR: The leader of the Awami National Party (ANP), Aimal Wali Khan, has accused Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) of risking the lives of its workers in pursuit of political power. Speaking at a press conference in Charsadda, Khan criticized PTI’s leadership, labeling them as “power worshippers” who have abandoned their workers in challenging situations. Khan questioned the absence of Punjab-based PTI workers in the recent Islamabad protests, suggesting a lack of unity within the party. The ANP chief alleged that the leadership left their supporters “in the heat of battle” and fled, using the Pashtun community for…

The military reiterated Pakistan’s unwavering resolve to eliminate terrorism and to prevent militant groups from finding safe refuge on its territory By Sudhir Ahmad Afridi/ISPR HASAN KHEL: In a recent operation along the Pak-Afghan border, the Pakistan Army successfully thwarted an infiltration attempt by militants, resulting in the deaths of three individuals. The incident occurred in the Hasan Khel area of North Waziristan, where a group of militants, described as “khawarij,” sought to breach the border. The swift and decisive response from Pakistan’s military ensured that the threat was neutralized before it could escalate, with the military’s actions receiving confirmation…

Sudhir Ahmed Afridi PESHAWAR: Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Governor Faisal Karim Kundi assured the public that the sacrifices of police officers in combating terrorism would be honored and remembered. Addressing a press briefing in Peshawar, the governor condemned recent acts of violence targeting law enforcement and expressed his solidarity with the families of the martyrs. “The bravery of our police officers is the backbone of our fight against terrorism, and their sacrifices will not go in vain,” Kundi stated. He criticized anti-state elements for orchestrating violence, including an attack on Rangers personnel, which he described as part of a broader agenda to…