Author: Syed Tauqeer Zaidi

By Syed Tauqeer Zaidi PESHAWAR: Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Chief Minister, Sohail Afridi, has said the police are facing pressure related to the 9 May events but insisted that the force remains independent and professional. Speaking to the media in Peshawar, Afridi urged those attempting to influence law enforcement to stop and warned against politicizing the police. “We have kept KP police free from political interference, and no political meddling is taking place,” he said. Afridi highlighted the sacrifices of the province’s police over the past 22 years, stressing that they continue to serve with dedication despite facing disrespect. “What we are…

By Syed Tauqeer Zaidi PESHAWAR: Kashmir Solidarity Day was observed in Peshawar with a large-scale rally from the Chief Minister’s House to the Governor’s House, demonstrating Pakistan’s unwavering support for the Kashmiri people. The rally was led by Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Governor Faisal Karim Kundi and Finance Advisor Mazamil Aslam, with participation from National Assembly members including Arbab Sher Ali, Deputy Commissioner Peshawar Captain (R) Sanaullah Khan, Secretary Administration Shahid Sohail Khan, heads of administrative departments, civil society representatives, business leaders, and students. Participants carried placards condemning Indian atrocities in occupied Kashmir and expressed solidarity with the oppressed Kashmiri population. At…

By Syed Tauqeer Zaidi PESHAWAR: In a high-level meeting chaired by Chief Minister Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Muhammad Suhail Afridi, the Provincial Apex Committee convened to review strategies for eradicating terrorism and restoring lasting peace in the province. The session was attended by provincial ministers, Corps Commander Peshawar, Chief Secretary, Inspector General of Police, and senior officials from civil, military, and law enforcement institutions. During the meeting, the provincial leadership reaffirmed its commitment to mobilize all available resources and provide full cooperation to security forces in their counter-terrorism operations. Tributes were paid to civilians and security personnel who have lost their lives…

By Syed Tauqeer Zaidi LUCKY MARWAT: Unknown suspects detonated an explosive device on a main gas pipeline near Bhana Manjiwala, causing severe damage to the TBS and the transmission line and triggering widespread panic in the area. The blast completely destroyed the pipeline’s TBS, leading to continuous gas leakage. Flames from the explosion were visible from a distance, while the sound of the blast and the escaping gas alarmed residents across the locality. Gas supply to thousands of homes has been suspended, and local authorities have rushed to the site to control the situation. Fire brigade teams and officials from…

By Syed Tauqeer Zaidi PESHAWAR: Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) has announced that it will take strict disciplinary action against Senator Mishal Yousafzai following her recent statements, with a show-cause notice expected to be issued shortly. PTI Chairman Barrister Gohar stated, “Enough is enough. Action will be taken against Mishal Yousafzai. No language against the family of PTI’s founder will be tolerated. Any party member making statements against the founder’s family has no place in the party.” The party leadership emphasized that while internal differences are normal, public statements against the founder’s family violate PTI’s principles. The call for strict action was…

By Syed Tauqeer Zaidi HARIPUR: On Kashmir Solidarity Day, students and faculty of Khabib Foundation and Taameer-e-No Trust Balochistan organized a peaceful and dignified rally at the Khabib Campus to express steadfast support for the people of Kashmir. The rally was led by Chairman of Khabib Foundation, Nadeem Ahmed Khan, and attended by Samiullah Khan, Chairman of AIMS Education System Mr. Almas, Brigadier (R) Iftikhar Ali Khan, Director General of Khabib Foundation Najib Kakar, Coordinator of Taameer-e-No Balochistan, and other prominent figures. Participants carried banners and placards, raising slogans advocating for the rights of the Kashmiri people. Speakers emphasized that…

By Syed Tauqeer Zaidi PESHAWAR: A delegation of transporters from Islamabad, Punjab, and various districts of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, led by Tanseer Ahmed Jatt, President of the Mini Mazda Association Pakistan, met Governor Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Faisal Karim Kundi at Governor House Peshawar on Thursday to raise concerns over regulatory issues affecting their operations. The delegation highlighted challenges faced by vehicles entering Khyber Pakhtunkhwa from Punjab, including fines imposed under route, passing, fitness, and overloading regulations. They emphasized that older Mazda vehicles have been refurbished to ensure safe and smooth transportation of commercial goods without disrupting business activities. Transporters requested the Governor’s…

By Syed Tauqeer Zaidi DERA ISMAIL KHAN: Kashmir Solidarity Day was observed with zeal and enthusiasm in Dera Ismail Khan and Tank districts, where the district administration organised a series of events to express unwavering unity and solidarity with the people of Kashmir. The activities included peaceful walks, rallies and a one-minute silence to honour the sacrifices of the Kashmiri people. Participants strongly condemned what they described as ongoing Indian atrocities in Indian Illegally Occupied Jammu and Kashmir and reaffirmed full support for the Kashmiris’ right to self-determination. In Dera Ismail Khan, a peaceful rally and walk were organised under…

By Syed Tauqeer Zaidi DERA ISMAIL KHAN: In a large-scale anti-narcotics operation in District Khyber, the Excise Department recovered more than 718 kilograms of illegal drugs, foiling a major smuggling attempt, officials said. The operation was carried out under the zero-tolerance policy against narcotics directed by Chief Minister Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Suhail Afridi and Provincial Minister for Excise Syed Fakhar Jahan. Acting on instructions from Secretary Excise Khalid Ilyas and Director General Excise Abdul Haleem Khan, the operation was conducted in collaboration with law enforcement agencies in the remote areas of the district. According to officials, a total of 7,180,600 grams…

By Syed Tauqeer Zaidi DERA ISMAIL KHAN: A high-level meeting was convened to review the law and order situation in the district under the chairmanship of Regional Police Officer (RPO) Dera, Syed Ashfaq Anwar, following directives from Inspector General of Police Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Zulfiqar Hameed. The session was attended by DPO Dera Sahibzada Sajjad Ahmad, SP Investigation, SP CTD, SP Saddar, City and Paharpur divisions, all SDPOs, DSP Headquarters, DSP Traffic, and SHOs from across the district. During the meeting, participants conducted a detailed review of the overall security situation, terrorism-related cases, crime trends, and security arrangements across the district.…