Author: Syed Tauqeer Zaidi

By Syed Tauqeer Zaidi DERA ISMAIL KHAN: A tree plantation campaign was inaugurated at the District Courts in Tank by Shah Fahad Ansari, vice president of the Dera Ismail Khan High Court Bar Association and advocate of the Supreme Court. Ansari planted the first sapling, marking the launch of the drive and emphasizing the importance of environmental protection. The ceremony was attended by Pir Abdul Ghaffar Shah, president of the District Bar Association Tank, members of the legal community, Forest Department officials, and district judiciary officers. Speaking at the event, Ansari highlighted the role of tree planting in combating pollution…

By Syed Tauqeer Zaidi SWABI: A drone blast outside Government Girls Higher Secondary School in Swabi left one student injured on Thursday, sparking concern among residents of the area. The explosion occurred in the village of Pabeni, prompting an immediate police response and investigation. According to police officials, the injured student was shifted to hospital for medical treatment shortly after the incident. Authorities said the explosion was allegedly carried out by dropping explosive material through a drone near the school premises. Law enforcement personnel cordoned off the area and collected evidence from the scene. Investigations are under way to determine…

By Syed Tauqeer Zaidi BHAKKAR: Two personnel of the Punjab Police were martyred and one constable injured in a suicide attack at the Dajal Inter-Provincial Check Post in Bhakkar, an incident officials said was carried out by militants associated with the banned outfits Fitna Al-Khawarij and Fitna Al-Hindustan. The attack targeted officers deployed at the strategic transit point to maintain internal security, underlining the persistent threats faced by law enforcement in sensitive areas. Inspector General of Punjab Police Dr Usman Anwar paid tribute to the slain officers, saying they had rendered eternal sacrifices in the line of duty while protecting…

By Syed Tauqeer ZaidiLAKKI MARWAT: Authorities carried out a swift joint search operation near the under-construction University of Lakki Marwat following reports of suspicious activity, officials said. The operation involved a heavy police contingent and Pakistan Army troops, with drone surveillance assisting the search. The operation was led by Commander 55 Brigade Brigadier Haider Ali, District Police Officer Nazir Khan, and Deputy Commissioner Hameedullah Khan, supported by DSP Lakki Shahi Bakht and SHO Imran. Extensive searches were conducted around the university and surrounding areas to ensure safety. Officials met with the university administration to review security measures and commended security…

By Syed Tauqeer ZaidiD.I.KHAN/BHAKKAR: A suicide bomber targeted the inter-provincial Dajal Security Check Post on Tuesday, killing two security personnel and injuring four others, officials said. The attack occurred during routine inspections. The deceased were identified as Police Constable Faheem (No. 324) and drone operator Shehbaz Langri (No. 65). The injured included Police Constable Muhammad Arshad (No. 312) and three polio workers—Muhammad Ali, Muhammad Zubair, and Muhammad Hasnain. All were taken to District Headquarters Hospital Bhakkar, where an emergency was declared. Authorities imposed a high alert across the district, sealed all entry and exit points, and deployed rescue teams. District…

A militant ambush on a police patrol on Shakardara Road, Kohat, killed seven people, including a deputy superintendent of police and five other officers, prompting a citywide security operation and heightened vigilance. By Syed Tauqeer ZaidiKOHAT: Seven people were killed when militants attacked a police patrol on the outskirts of Kohat on Tuesday, officials said. The vehicle, on routine patrol, came under indiscriminate gunfire before the assailants set it on fire and fled the scene. District Police Officer confirmed that DSP Asad Mehmood and two other officials died at the scene, while four injured personnel were taken to the District…

By Syed Tauqeer ZaidiBARMAL: Militants targeted the Government Middle School Sharif Khan Kot in Tehsil Barmal on Monday, detonating explosives that caused extensive damage to the school’s infrastructure, police said. The blast destroyed two classrooms, washrooms, the main gate, and part of the boundary wall. Nearby houses were also partially damaged. Witnesses reported hearing the explosion from a considerable distance, alarming residents across the area. Authorities confirmed there were no casualties, as the school was closed during the attack. Police have launched a full-scale investigation to identify the perpetrators and bring them to justice, describing the assault as a deliberate…

By Syed Tauqeer Zaidi PESHAWAR: The Consul General of Iran in Peshawar, Ali Banafsha Khah, paid a formal visit to the Governor of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Faisal Karim Kundi, in a meeting that underlined the enduring ties between the two neighboring countries. The discussions focused on matters of mutual interest, particularly the historic friendship between Pakistan and Iran, as well as the complex dynamics of the current regional situation. Governor Kundi highlighted the importance of strengthening both trade and cultural links, noting that increased cooperation could serve as a foundation for broader regional stability. Kundi urged neighboring Islamic nations to stand…

By Syed Tauqeer Zaidi Dera Ismail Khan: The Divisional Intelligence Coordination Committee (DICC) of Dera Division held a high-level meeting under the chairmanship of Commissioner Daud Khan to review the law and order situation and finalize security arrangements ahead of Ramadan 2026. The meeting was attended by Syed Ashfaq Anwar, Regional Police Officer, Assistant to Commissioner Sajjad Baloch, senior officials from law enforcement, and representatives from district administration and other departments. Officials presented updates on previous decisions, noting significant progress while urging swift implementation of remaining points. The Commissioner instructed all departments to enhance coordination to ensure that benefits reach…

By Syed Tauqeer Zaidi Dera Ismail Khan: In a strict enforcement drive against profiteering, authorities in Dera Ismail Khan conducted inspections of local markets under the supervision of Commissioner Daud Khan and Deputy Commissioner Abdul Nasir Khan. Assistant Commissioner Paharpur, Dr. Hamid, led teams across Chashma, Umar Khel Pakka, Kari Khisor, Bulot, Dhakki, Kot Jai, Rangpur, and Paharpur, reviewing prices of essential items including chicken, gram flour, sugar, rice, vegetables, and fruits. Surprise inspections were also conducted during iftar hours in Rangpur, Syed Aliyan, Dhalla, and Hafizabad bazaars. During the operation, one shopkeeper was arrested and sent to lock-up for…