Author: Syed Tauqeer Zaidi

By Syed Tauqeer Zaidi LANDI KOTAL: Foreign currency, including sizeable quantities of Indian rupees, was destroyed by Frontier Corps personnel at the Landi Kotal cantonment in an operation that officials described as part of a broader effort to curb smuggling along the Torkham border. The move followed months of intensified vigilance in the region, where security forces had intercepted an array of contraband flowing across one of Pakistan’s busiest crossing points. According to officials, the destroyed material carried an estimated value of 358 million Pakistani rupees and weighed nearly 43 tons. The large haul, comprising foreign currencies and other prohibited…

By Tauqeer Zaidi DERA ISMAIL KHAN: Regional Information Officer (RIO) Dr. Sanaullah met with the newly appointed Commissioner of Dera Ismail Khan Division, Daud Khan, to provide a detailed briefing on the services and activities of the Information Department in the region. During the meeting, Dr. Sanaullah outlined the department’s key functions, including the issuance of press releases, media projection of various government departments, and management of government advertisements. He also highlighted ongoing efforts to strengthen coordination with journalists and press clubs across the division. Dr. Sanaullah emphasized the department’s role in ensuring accurate dissemination of government policies, while also…

By Syed Tauqeer Zaidi DERA ISMAIL KHAN: The construction of the Ratta Kulachi-based Dera Ismail Khan Grid Station-II has remained incomplete for several years, with social and public circles blaming prolonged negligence by the federal government and elected representatives. They have urged higher authorities to ensure the immediate supply of essential materials so the long-delayed project can finally become operational. The new grid station, planned to address chronic electricity shortages in the region, has remained non-functional due to a persistent shortage of required equipment. Meanwhile, the existing 132kV Dera Ismail Khan Grid Station, which currently operates 35 feeders, has become…

By Syed Tauqeer Zaidi DERA ISMAIL KHAN: An officer of the Frontier Corps (South) met with residents of Zrorkai and Sarang Khel in the Mantoi Valley of South Waziristan as part of a community engagement initiative, focusing on local issues, needs, and the overall situation in the area. During the meeting, local elders and residents outlined the challenges posed by the harsh winter, requesting warm clothing and essential medicines for vulnerable families struggling with falling temperatures. In response, FC South authorities arranged the distribution of ration packages, warm clothing, and medical supplies to deserving households. The assistance was widely appreciated…

By Syed Tauqeer Zaidi DERA ISMAIL KHAN: The Local Council Board (LCB) Peshawar has failed to issue a notification for the minimum monthly fixed pay of Rs40,000, five months after it was mandated, leaving fixed-pay and daily-wage employees in Tehsil Municipal Administrations (TMAs) across Khyber Pakhtunkhwa frustrated. Workers said the delay had worsened their financial difficulties amid record inflation. Office bearers of the Local Government Employees Federation Registered Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, including Shaukat Kayani, Haji Anwar Kamal Khan Marwat, Mehboob Ullah, and Suleman Khan Hoti, urged the provincial government, Chief Minister of KP, Minister for Local Government & Rural Development, Chief…

By Syed Tauqeer Zaidi DERA ISMAIL KHAN: Government Degree College Proa delivered an impressive performance in the Gomal University Inter Collegiate Table Tennis Tournament 2025, securing the Runner-Up Trophy and demonstrating remarkable skill, determination, and sporting spirit. In the team event final, Proa players Hasib ul Nain, Muhammad Idrees, and Muhammad Qandeel showed resilience and technical prowess, giving the winning team, Degree College No. 1 Dera Ismail Khan, a formidable challenge and winning the admiration of spectators. Principal Yousaf Khan Marwat, alongside Sports Sciences faculty members Niaz Hussain, Salman Kabir, and other teachers, praised the players for their dedication and…

By Syed Tauqeer Zaidi DERA ISMAIL KHAN: Director of Zamung Kor, Sadaqatullah, paid an official visit to the Zamung Kor Dera Ismail Khan Campus, where he conducted a thorough inspection of the campus’s educational, medical, residential, and recreational facilities. The visit underscored his commitment to the welfare and development of state-supported children. During his visit, Sadaqatullah praised the dedicated efforts of the campus administration and staff, assuring full support for strengthening academic resources, enhancing healthcare services, and maintaining a safe and conducive environment for the children. He also issued constructive directives aimed at improving care standards, discipline, and child protection…

By Syed Tauqeer Zaidi DERA ISMAIL KHAN: A sharp increase in property tax has severely affected business activity across Dera Ismail Khan, leaving traders and residents facing mounting financial pressure. Business owners reported that the rising tax burden has intensified an ongoing market slowdown, resulting in stalled investments and a reduction in employment opportunities. The All Property Ittehad Union of Dera Ismail Khan expressed deep concern over the situation and called on the government to take immediate action. Its president, Haji Gul Shah Alam Wazir, said economic stability could not be achieved without a reduction in the current tax rates.…

By Syed Tauqeer Zaidi DERA ISMAIL KHAN: Pakistan’s prominent orthopedic surgeon Dr Fasih Shahab earned international recognition after being invited as International Faculty at the 38th International Conference of the Bangladesh Orthopaedic Society (BOS). At the conference, Dr Shahab delivered two lectures, sharing his expertise in advanced orthopedic surgery, and chaired two scientific sessions, demonstrating leadership and in-depth command of his field. His presentations drew widespread appreciation from participants, highlighting his contributions to global medical practice. The invitation underscored the international acknowledgment Dr Shahab has earned for professional excellence and marked a moment of pride for Pakistan, reflecting the nation’s…

By Syed Tauqeer Zaidi DERA ISMAIL KHAN: The Private Education Network (PEN) Dera, led by President Sardar Muhammad Arsalan Sadozai, held a distinguished ceremony to recognize new members and notable officials of the Dera Education Board. During the event, Dr Qayyum Nawaz, Secretary and Controller of the Board, and Tariq Javed, Assistant Controller, were presented with shields and appreciation certificates for their services. The ceremony was attended by principals of private schools, teachers, civil society representatives, and other prominent guests. Haji Fazal Rehman Baloch, former Accounts Officer of the Dera Education Board and a senior union leader, was invited as…