Author: Syed Tauqeer Zaidi

By Syed Tauqeer Zaidi PESHAWAR: In a high-level meeting chaired by Chief Minister Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Muhammad Suhail Afridi, the Provincial Apex Committee convened to review strategies for eradicating terrorism and restoring lasting peace in the province. The session was attended by provincial ministers, Corps Commander Peshawar, Chief Secretary, Inspector General of Police, and senior officials from civil, military, and law enforcement institutions. During the meeting, the provincial leadership reaffirmed its commitment to mobilize all available resources and provide full cooperation to security forces in their counter-terrorism operations. Tributes were paid to civilians and security personnel who have lost their lives…

By Syed Tauqeer Zaidi HARIPUR: On Kashmir Solidarity Day, students and faculty of Khabib Foundation and Taameer-e-No Trust Balochistan organized a peaceful and dignified rally at the Khabib Campus to express steadfast support for the people of Kashmir. The rally was led by Chairman of Khabib Foundation, Nadeem Ahmed Khan, and attended by Samiullah Khan, Chairman of AIMS Education System Mr. Almas, Brigadier (R) Iftikhar Ali Khan, Director General of Khabib Foundation Najib Kakar, Coordinator of Taameer-e-No Balochistan, and other prominent figures. Participants carried banners and placards, raising slogans advocating for the rights of the Kashmiri people. Speakers emphasized that…

By Syed Tauqeer Zaidi PESHAWAR: A delegation of transporters from Islamabad, Punjab, and various districts of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, led by Tanseer Ahmed Jatt, President of the Mini Mazda Association Pakistan, met Governor Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Faisal Karim Kundi at Governor House Peshawar on Thursday to raise concerns over regulatory issues affecting their operations. The delegation highlighted challenges faced by vehicles entering Khyber Pakhtunkhwa from Punjab, including fines imposed under route, passing, fitness, and overloading regulations. They emphasized that older Mazda vehicles have been refurbished to ensure safe and smooth transportation of commercial goods without disrupting business activities. Transporters requested the Governor’s…

By Syed Tauqeer Zaidi DERA ISMAIL KHAN: Government Girls Degree College No. 1 Dera observed Kashmir Solidarity Day in a peaceful and purposeful manner, fostering an intellectually engaging atmosphere under the leadership of Principal Aafia Saadat. The ceremony was attended by General Officer Commanding (GOC) Major General Mudassir Saeed and Station Commander Dera Brigadier Muhammad Abu Bakar as chief guests. They were warmly received by the college faculty and students upon arrival. Students delivered thought-provoking speeches, performed national songs, and presented tableaus highlighting the struggles of the oppressed Kashmiri people. The performances expressed strong solidarity with Kashmiris and created an…

By Syed Tauqeer Zaidi DERA ISMAIL KHAN: In a large-scale anti-narcotics operation in District Khyber, the Excise Department recovered more than 718 kilograms of illegal drugs, foiling a major smuggling attempt, officials said. The operation was carried out under the zero-tolerance policy against narcotics directed by Chief Minister Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Suhail Afridi and Provincial Minister for Excise Syed Fakhar Jahan. Acting on instructions from Secretary Excise Khalid Ilyas and Director General Excise Abdul Haleem Khan, the operation was conducted in collaboration with law enforcement agencies in the remote areas of the district. According to officials, a total of 7,180,600 grams…

By Syed Tauqeer Zaidi DERA ISMAIL KHAN: The Fauji Fertilizer Company (FFC), through its Area Sales Office (ASO) D.I. Khan, organized a Farmers’ Awareness Meeting in Village Hisam, Tehsil Shorkot, aimed at educating growers on modern agricultural practices and the importance of balanced fertilizer use. The session was attended by HO-FAC Mardan, Director Agriculture Research Abdul Qayyum, and Deputy Director Agriculture Research Imran Lohani. Around 60 progressive farmers from the area actively participated in the event. During the meeting, HO-FAC Mardan introduced the Fauji Fertilizer Company and highlighted the various initiatives and services offered under Agricultural Services (AS). Detailed discussions…

By Syed Tauqeer Zaidi DERA ISMAIL KHAN: Kashmir Solidarity Day was observed with zeal and enthusiasm in Dera Ismail Khan and Tank districts, where the district administration organised a series of events to express unwavering unity and solidarity with the people of Kashmir. The activities included peaceful walks, rallies and a one-minute silence to honour the sacrifices of the Kashmiri people. Participants strongly condemned what they described as ongoing Indian atrocities in Indian Illegally Occupied Jammu and Kashmir and reaffirmed full support for the Kashmiris’ right to self-determination. In Dera Ismail Khan, a peaceful rally and walk were organised under…

By Syed Tauqeer Zaidi DERA ISMAIL KHAN: A high-level meeting was convened to review the law and order situation in the district under the chairmanship of Regional Police Officer (RPO) Dera, Syed Ashfaq Anwar, following directives from Inspector General of Police Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Zulfiqar Hameed. The session was attended by DPO Dera Sahibzada Sajjad Ahmad, SP Investigation, SP CTD, SP Saddar, City and Paharpur divisions, all SDPOs, DSP Headquarters, DSP Traffic, and SHOs from across the district. During the meeting, participants conducted a detailed review of the overall security situation, terrorism-related cases, crime trends, and security arrangements across the district.…

By Syed Tauqeer Zaidi PESHAWAR: The Khyber Pakhtunkhwa government released a special grant of Rs136m to 77 tehsil municipal administrations across the province to ensure the timely payment of salaries and pensions. Officials said the funds were allocated to ease financial pressures on local governments and prevent delays in payments, offering relief to municipal employees and pensioners. Under the allocation, TMA Dera Ismail Khan received Rs40m, while Rs15m was released for TMA Kulachi. TMA Paharpur was granted Rs39m, and Rs19m each was allocated to TMAs Prova and Daraban. Authorities said the financial support was intended to strengthen the functioning of…

By Syed Tauqeer Zaidi DERA ISMAIL KHAN: The vice-chancellor of the Agricultural University Dera Ismail Khan, Professor Dr Shakeeb Ullah, said wetlands played a vital role in maintaining environmental balance, supporting agriculture and protecting human life. In a message issued on World Wetlands Day, he warned that natural water resources were under increasing threat due to climate change, making collective action necessary to safeguard them. He said Pakistan’s economy depended heavily on agriculture and natural water systems, and the protection of wetlands was therefore critical for both environmental sustainability and agricultural growth. Dr Shakeeb Ullah urged young people and students…