Author: Syed Tauqeer Zaidi
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: 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…
By Syed Tauqeer Zaidi DERA ISMAIL KHAN: A police constable was shot dead by unidentified assailants in the Panyala area on Sunday while he was on leave and returning to his home, police said. According to details, the incident occurred near the Sarko Qamar Toye area of Panyala. The victim, 44-year-old police constable Abdul Qayum, a resident of Mohallah Changa Khel, Panyala, had come home on two days’ leave. His brother, Muhammad Faheem, 27, son of Faiz-ul-Qayum, lodged a first information report (FIR) at Shaheed Nawab police station. In the FIR, he stated that Abdul Qayum was returning home on…
By Syed Tauqeer Zaidi PESHAWAR: Authorities in Peshawar have launched a major operation against land grabbers, loan sharks, and street robbers, aiming to reclaim property and land seized from residents through threats and violence. Police officials said that the crackdown targets individuals and groups who had used weapons to forcibly take over valuable urban land and real estate. To intensify enforcement, authorities have compiled detailed lists of suspected members of the city’s notorious land mafia. Last year alone, 75 cases were registered against the land mafia, leading to the arrest of 242 out of 332 suspects, the police said. Residents…
By Syed Tauqeer Zaidi DERA ISMAIL KHAN: Regional Police Officer (RPO) Dera Ismail Khan, Syed Ashfaq Anwar, has taken immediate notice of social media reports alleging that Accounts Office staff demanded Rs 10,000 as bribes in connection with police upgradation arrears. Acting swiftly, the RPO constituted an inquiry committee comprising the District Police Officer (DPO) Dera Ismail Khan, Superintendent of Police (SP) Saddar, and Deputy Superintendent of Police (DSP) Headquarters. The committee has been tasked with conducting a transparent investigation and submitting its findings within one week. In addition, RPO Anwar directed the DPOs of Tank, South Waziristan (Lower), and…