Author: Syed Tauqeer Zaidi

By Syed Tauqeer Zaidi PESHAWAR: Acting United States Ambassador Natalie Baker visited Nowshera, underscoring Washington’s focus on strengthening business partnerships and expanding educational opportunities in Pakistan, as she highlighted the broader economic and social impact of American investment in the country. During her visit, Ms Baker inaugurated a new KFC restaurant, pointing to the role of American brands working with Pakistani partners in generating jobs and stimulating local economic activity. She said such collaborations went beyond commercial interests, contributing directly to livelihoods and community development. “American companies, in partnership with Pakistani businesses, are helping to grow the local economy and…

By Syed Tauqeer Zaidi DERA ISMAIL KHAN: Governor Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Faisal Karim Kundi has assured the legal fraternity of continued government support, including the provision of grants for bar associations, while paying tribute to lawyers for what he described as their historic and ongoing role in safeguarding democracy, the Constitution and the rule of law. The assurance came during a meeting at the Governor House in Peshawar, where a delegation of lawyers led by Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Bar Council member Sardar Hashmat Nawaz Khan Sadozai Advocate called on the governor. The delegation included Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) district general secretary Malik…

By Syed Tauqeer Zaidi MALAKAND: A planned daytime robbery at a prominent jewelry shop in Shakakot’s commercial market was foiled after the shopkeeper resisted the attackers, forcing the suspects to open fire before fleeing the scene. The shop, owned by Khurshid Khan, was targeted by three masked and armed men. Following the incident, Assistant Commissioner Dargai Shahab Khan, along with Post Commanders Safeer Rehman and Shahab Anwar Adil, led a police and law enforcement operation. The team tracked down and apprehended all three suspects, recovering their weapons. In response to the swift action, leaders of the United Trade Union, Hamid…

By Syed Tauqeer Zaidi PESHAWAR: Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Chief Minister Muhammad Sohail Khan Afridi personally intervened after a social media complaint highlighted a child in critical condition at Lady Reading Hospital. He visited the Emergency Children’s Ward, met with the family, and ordered a full inquiry into the matter. Doctors informed the Chief Minister that the child required immediate transfer to Khyber Teaching Hospital due to a shortage of Pediatric ICU beds. Acting promptly, the Chief Minister arranged an ambulance to ensure the patient received timely treatment. He also directed the hospital administration to provide new beds in the Pediatric ICU,…

By Syed Tauqeer Zaidi SOUTH WAZIRISTAN: In a welfare initiative aimed at improving healthcare access, security forces organized a free medical camp in Pastai village, Sarwakai, providing essential medical services to residents of this remote area. During the camp, specialist doctors and medical staff examined a large number of patients, diagnosing and treating illnesses including fever, flu, colds, skin diseases, stomach ailments, and common health issues affecting women and children. Free medicines were distributed on the spot, while patients with serious conditions were given initial medical aid and referred to major hospitals for further treatment. The camp saw significant participation…

By Syed Tauqeer Zaidi PESHAWAR: As part of its zero-tolerance policy against narcotics, the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa government is carrying out robust operations across the province to combat drug smuggling, sale, and abuse, alongside awareness and rehabilitation efforts aimed at safeguarding youth and reducing demand. A major anti-drug awareness seminar was held at Fazle Haq College, Mardan, with Secretary Excise, Taxation and Narcotics Control Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Khalid Ilyas, participating as the chief guest. The seminar was attended by college Principal Madam Hafsa Ashiq, Excise and Taxation Officer Khalid Khan, Dr. Hidayatullah, Head of the Anti-Drug Committee, Aakif Nawaz Khan, Circle Officer…

By Syed Tauqeer Zaidi PESHAWAR: Khyber Pakhtunkhwa’s Minister for Public Health Engineering, Fazal Shakoor Khan, has directed concerned Executive Engineers to fast-track all ongoing development projects in Mansehra and South Waziristan and ensure their timely completion, officials said on Wednesday. Chairing a high-level meeting at his office, the minister emphasized that comprehensive groundwork for the PC-I of proposed schemes must be completed promptly and submitted to the Provincial Development Working Party (PDWP) for approval. This, he noted, would allow public facilities to be delivered without delay. The meeting was attended by XEN Mansehra, Sardar Khalid Gandapur, and XEN South Waziristan,…

By Syed Tauqeer Zaidi DERA ISMAIL KHAN: Police repelled a late-night terrorist attack on the Kheti police checkpost in Dera Ismail Khan, killing two terrorists after a fierce exchange of fire, officials said on Wednesday. One police constable was injured in the attack. According to police, armed terrorists launched a sudden assault on the checkpost late at night. Under the leadership of DPO Dera Sajjad Ahmed Sahibzada, police personnel responded swiftly and engaged the attackers. After an intense gun battle, two terrorists were neutralised, while constable Muhammad Tahmash sustained injuries. Senior officers, including the DPO, SP Sadar and DSPs City…

By Syed Tauqeer Zaidi TANK: Chief Minister Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Sohail Afridi visited Tank district on Thursday to offer condolences to the families of police personnel killed in a recent terrorist attack at Gomal Police Station. At Police Lines Tank, the leaders were received by Commissioner Dera Ismail Khan Dawood Khan, Regional Police Officer Syed Ashfaq Anwar, Deputy Commissioner Tanveer Ahmed, and District Police Officer Shabbir Hussain Shah. Together, the chief minister and IGP laid floral wreaths at the Martyrs’ Memorial and offered prayers for the eternal peace and elevation of the ranks of those who had lost their lives. Addressing…

By Syed Tauqeer Zaidi DERA ISMAIL KHAN: Gomal Medical College recently hosted a seminar focused on the safe and responsible use of radiation in medical diagnosis and treatment, attracting doctors, technical staff, students, and members of the public. The event aimed to promote safety protocols, raise awareness of potential health risks, and enhance professional training in line with modern medical standards. Experts at the seminar highlighted radiation as an indispensable tool in contemporary healthcare while cautioning that careless use can pose serious health risks. Speakers stressed the importance of radiation protection, correct operation of advanced equipment, use of protective gear,…