Author: Syed Tauqeer Zaidi

By Syed Tauqeer Zaidi DERA ISMAIL KHAN: The Anti-Corruption Department in Dera Ismail Khan, in coordination with local authorities including the Assistant Commissioner Syed Muhammad Arslan and Circle Officer Minhaj Sikandar Baloch, successfully recovered government commercial property from illegal occupants. The operation targeted unauthorised constructions and encroachments on TMA Dera commercial land. A detailed inquiry confirmed that the commercial land and two shops, valued at Rs 11.1 million, were legally owned by TMA Dera. The properties were retrieved and formally returned to the municipal authority. Circle Officer Baloch emphasised that operations against illegal occupation and corruption would continue impartially, reaffirming…

By Syed Tauqeer Zaidi BANNU: Police in Bannu have carried out what officials describe as sustained and effective operations against militants linked to Fitna al-Khawarij and other armed groups, amid a sharp rise in attacks on law enforcement and civilians in the district. Speaking at a media briefing, the regional police officer (RPO) for Bannu, Sajjad Khan, said 134 militant attacks targeting police stations, posts, checkpoints, mobile vans and patrols had been recorded during the current year. Twenty-seven police personnel were killed and 79 injured in these attacks. Khan said police responded “in a timely and courageous manner”, killing 53…

By Syed Tauqeer Zaidi DERA ISMAIL KHAN: A delegation from the literary and social organisation Arbab-e-Danish Forum has paid a courtesy visit to the vice chancellor of Qurtuba University, Professor Dr Khair-ul-Zaman, to congratulate him on assuming office and to discuss challenges facing higher education. According to participants, the delegation — comprising Gulzar Ahmed, Abul-Muazzam Turabi and Bashir Ahmed Simab — met the vice chancellor to convey their good wishes and exchange views on the current academic environment. During the meeting, Dr Khair-ul-Zaman spoke about the state of higher education and shared suggestions aimed at improving academic standards. He said…

By Syed Tauqeer Ziadi DERA ISMAIL KHAN: Government Primary School No. 1 marked December 25 with a ceremony celebrating Quaid-e-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah’s birth anniversary, attended by Pakistan Army Captain Abdullah and SDO Education Dr. Humayun Khan Khattak as chief guests. The event saw Secretary of Information Peace Committee Chaudhry Shahid Raj, ASDEO Dera Naveed Badauzai, the head teacher, teaching staff, and numerous students in attendance. Captain Abdullah was welcomed with flowers and a traditional Saraiki Ajrak, while students showered petals in tribute. Students presented tableaux, national songs, speeches, and placards expressing patriotism and support for the Pakistan Army. Head…

By Syed Tauqeer Zaidi DERA ISMAIL KHAN: Engineer Maulana Zia-ur-Rehman, coordinator of the Central Digital Committee of Jamiat Ulema-e-Islam (JUI), said Pakistan successfully managed the recent confrontation with India both militarily and diplomatically, achieving gains on all fronts and significantly shifting global perceptions in Pakistan’s favour. Speaking during a meeting with senior journalist Muhammad Rehan, Zia-ur-Rehman claimed that India’s narrative against Pakistan had been exposed as false internationally. He added that Pakistan made it clear that incidents within India were purely domestic matters and had no link to Pakistan. On domestic politics, he praised JUI chief Maulana Fazlur Rehman for…

By Syed Tauqeer Zaidi DERA ISMAIL KHAN: On the instructions of Deputy Commissioner Abdul Nasir Khan, Assistant Commissioner Paharpur Dr Hamid visited the local Service Delivery Center (SDC) to evaluate its performance and gather direct public feedback. During the visit, citizens expressed overall satisfaction with the timely provision of government services. Dr Hamid instructed staff to promptly address pending applications and personally listened to individual concerns, issuing on-the-spot directives to resolve issues without delay. The Assistant Commissioner also received a briefing from the Girdawar on the centre’s overall performance. Staff were explicitly directed to provide services impartially and efficiently, with…

By Syed Tauqeer Zaidi DERA ISMAIL KHAN: Security forces in Dera Ismail Khan have killed three militants during separate intelligence-driven operations in Kulachi Tehsil. The operations were launched in Garah Jahan Khani village and the Loni area after reports of terrorist activity. According to officials, militants opened fire on security personnel, who responded promptly and effectively. Two militants, identified as Khayam and Dilawar, were killed in Garah Jahan Khani, while a third, Nadeem alias “Jannati,” was killed in Loni. Sources confirmed that all three belonged to the banned Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) Gandapur group and were wanted in multiple cases, including…

By Syed Tauqeer Zaidi SOUTH WAZIRISTAN: The local Brigade Commander in the Shakai area of South Waziristan conducted a comprehensive visit to Boya and Mandata villages to assess the security situation and engage directly with the local population. The visit aimed to strengthen coordination between the security forces and residents while addressing pressing public concerns. During the visit, the Brigade Commander met with community elders, local leaders, and residents to discuss the prevailing law and order situation, development needs, and the provision of basic facilities. The local elders outlined the challenges faced by their communities and offered suggestions for improving…

By Syed Tauqeer Zaidi DERA ISMAIL KHAN: The parliamentary leader of Jamiat Ulema-e-Islam (JUI) in the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Assembly and the party’s district ameer in Dera Ismail Khan, Maulana Lutfur Rehman, has met members of the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Bar Council in Shorkot. The meeting was held at Jamia Maarif-ul-Sharia, where a delegation of senior lawyers, including Ahmed Ali Khan, an advocate of the supreme court, and Sardar Hashmat Nawaz Khan Sadozai, an advocate of the high court, were present. During the gathering, participants congratulated Naveed Akhtar, an advocate of the supreme court, on his election as a member of the…

By Syed Tauqeer Zaidi DERA ISMAIL KHAN: Police in Dera Ismail Khan have reviewed security arrangements at churches across the city ahead of Christmas celebrations, as authorities step up measures to ensure the safety of worshippers. The inspections were carried out by the SP City Division, Ali Hamza Butt, accompanied by the DSP Security, Siddiq Ullah Khan, on the directives of the district police officer, officials said. During the visits, officers checked the deployment of police personnel, assessed entry and exit points and reviewed overall security measures at the churches. Police staff on duty were instructed to remain alert, maintain…