Author: Syed Tauqeer Zaidi

By Syed Tauqeer Zaidi DERA ISMAIL KHAN: The Anti-Corruption Department (ACD), led by Circle Officer Minhaj Sikandar Baloch and in coordination with the Tehsildar of Kulachi, has recovered 1,400 kanals of land worth over Rs25 million in the Kulachi area. The recovery followed a complaint by Samiullah, who claimed the land originally belonged to his family but had been fraudulently taken over by Syed Mumtaz Ali in collusion with revenue officials. The land was later sold to Habib-ur-Rehman, with only Rs200,000 deposited in the national exchequer, causing a substantial financial loss to the government. After a detailed investigation, the Anti-Corruption…

By Syed Tauqeer Zaidi DERA ISMAIL KHAN: In response to rising tribal tensions, a jirga was convened in Mir Ali Tehsil, North Waziristan, under the leadership of the local Brigade Commander. The meeting was attended by the Deputy Commander, Assistant Commissioner Mir Ali, and elders of the Madi Khel tribe. The jirga discussed recent clashes between the Epi and Madi Khel tribes, including reports of alleged armed drone use, highlighting threats to peace and civilian safety. Officials urged both tribes to exercise restraint, avoid confrontation, and resolve disputes through legal and peaceful channels. Tribal elders reaffirmed their commitment to promote…

By Syed Tauqeer Zaidi DERA ISMAIL KHAN: Senior journalists and representatives of civil society from different walks of life visited the regional office of the Press Information Department (PID) in Dera Ismail Khan, where they held a meeting with the in-charge, Dr Muhammad Fazlur Rehman, to discuss growing concerns over fake news, misinformation and anti-state propaganda. The visiting delegation included senior journalists Abu-ul-Muazzam Turabi, Irfan Mughal, Muhammad Rehan and Sheikh Tauqeer Ikram, along with Mahmood Khan, general secretary of the Small Industries Association, and Central Muslim League leaders Maqsood Hussain, Qari Ehsan and Hafiz Mushtaq. During the meeting, participants held…

By Syed Tauqeer Zaidi DERA ISMAIL KHAN: Amid an already fragile security situation in the southern districts, the appointment of a Khasadar constable as in-charge of a sensitive check post—rather than an Assistant Sub-Inspector (ASI) or Head Constable—has raised serious concerns over the competence and priorities of the district police. According to details, the District Police Officer (DPO) of Dera Ismail Khan has assigned a Khasadar identified as Mero Sheikh to oversee the Darazinda Check Post, located on the Daraban CPEC International Highway. Under existing police rules and regulations, the position of check post in-charge must be held by an…

By Syed Tauqeer Zaidi DERA ISMAIL KHAN: Former chief minister of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Sardar Ali Amin Gandapur, has said that the people of Dera Ismail Khan should treat the ongoing development projects as their own and extend full cooperation to the government, stressing that while development work may cause temporary inconvenience, it will bring long-term benefits for the city and its residents. He was speaking at a ceremony organized by the Regional Transport Authority (RTA) Dera and the Social Welfare Department, where more than 300 Transport Special Cards for persons with disabilities, 59 tricycles and 50 hearing aids were distributed…

By Syed Tauqeer Zaidi DERA ISMAIL KHAN: Gomal University in Dera Ismail Khan witnessed a moment of pride and academic distinction as Dr Faisal Islam from the Department of Sports Sciences and Physical Education successfully defended his PhD thesis. Dr Faisal Islam’s research, titled “Exploring Sports Participation as a Dynamic Tool for Social Development and Sustainable Peace: Mediating Role of Religious Orientation,” was described as a comprehensive and high-quality scholarly contribution. The thesis examines the role of sports in fostering social development and promoting sustainable peace, and was highly appreciated by the academic panel and subject experts for its depth,…

By Syed Tauqeer Zaidi DERA ISMAIL KHAN: The Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) suffered a major political setback in Dera Ismail Khan as more than a dozen senior, active, and ideological party workers—including members from families associated with the PPP for three generations—officially left the party and joined the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI). The mass defection has shaken the party’s organizational structure in the city. The departing leaders and workers met former Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Chief Minister Sardar Ali Amin Gandapur and formally joined PTI under the leadership of Waqar Baloch. Those who switched allegiance included PPP Dera City activist and District General…

By Syed Tauqeer Zaidi DERA ISMAIL KHAN: In a well-organized ceremony at Bannu Sports Complex, Regional Sports Officer of Bannu Division, Anwar Kamal Barki, distributed FIFA-approved footballs among various football teams and young players in the region. During the event, not only registered football teams in full kits received footballs, but students from different religious seminaries (madaris) and young players associated with football at the regional level also benefited from this initiative. Addressing the ceremony, Anwar Kamal Barki emphasized that guiding the younger generation toward healthy and positive activities is the need of the hour. He stated that sports play…

By Syed Tauqeer Zaidi DERA ISMAIL KHAN: Following the special directives of the Deputy Commissioner of Dera Ismail Khan, a large-scale and comprehensive anti-encroachment operation was carried out across Tehsil Prova under the supervision of the Assistant Commissioner Prova. The operation was executed with the full support of the Revenue Field Staff, Tehsil Municipal Administration (TMA) Prova, and the Police Department, ensuring coordinated and effective action. During the drive, illegal occupations on government land at multiple locations were removed, and practical measures were taken to resolve issues faced by the public. In Mauza Garah Noor Khan, along the main road,…

By Syed Tauqeer Zaidi DERA ISMAIL KHAN: Acting on the directives of the district administration, an ongoing anti-encroachment drive was carried out in various parts of the city under the supervision of Assistant Commissioner Dera, Syed Muhammad Arsalan. During the operation, Tehsildar Dera, officials from the revenue department, staff of the Tehsil Municipal Administration (TMA), the Deputy Superintendent of Police (Traffic), along with police and traffic police personnel, were present on the spot to ensure the smooth and effective execution of the campaign. According to official details, eight shopkeepers located on Thoya Fazal Road voluntarily removed permanent encroachments, including portions…