A massive police operation against hardened criminals and terrorists in Katcha area in Punjab has entered its 60th day today as police claim more achievements.
According to a spokesman of the Punjab Police, 12 bandits have been killed in the past two months, more than eight have been injured, 26 have surrendered and 51 have been arrested.
Policeman Muhammad Qasim was martyred while fighting the criminals, while three officials were injured. Around 60,000 acres of land considered as no-go area was cleared in the operation. Three police community schools and two dispensaries have been established in the areas cleared by the police, the spokesman added.
The police destroyed and burnt dozens of secret hideouts and bunkers of criminals. The gangs have been wiped out and the writ of the government has been established in areas including Katcha Moro, Katcha Jamal, Katcha Imrani, Chak Kapra, Chak Chirag Shah, Jungo Thandi, Khairpur Bambili, Chak Chandia, Rakh Shahwali and Katcha Razi.
The spokesman further said criminals with head money and gangs including Bangiani, Sukhani, Imrani, Lund, Dalani, Pitt and Sadani have been forced to flee. Police pickets have been established at several spots.
Weapons recovered from the robbers include 12.7 machine guns (anti-aircraft), rocket launchers, G3, SMG, LMGs, Kalashnikovs, repeaters, hand grenades and hundreds of bullets.
Punjab IG Dr Usman Anwar, D G Khan RPO and Rajanpur RPO are present along with the police personnel on the front line in the Katcha area and are commanding the operation.
Raees Jaffar, a TikToker from Karachi, was arrested by local police after his Tik Tok account showed a video he made sitting on the SHO’s chair…while he was under arrest.
The 17 year old had been placed under detention for not having ownership documents of his car. During the time he was waiting for his parents to bring the documents, Jaffar decided to make a video where he was seen mocking the police officer.
However, when the police got hold of it, they uploaded a video with the boy’s confession.
In his video, Jaffar admitted to his mistake, saying he made the video without approval inside the police station and that he regrets it.
The video is on the Twitter account of Karachi Police where it has amassed over 2000 views
Another TikToker, Shahab Khan, was also arrested for making fun of traffic police in a viral tiktok, but was released after issuing an apology. In the video posted by the official account, the TikToker was seen being stopped by a police man, and then paying a bribe to be let off easily.
“I made a video just for fun which sent the wrong message. The video has been deleted and I am very ashamed and sorry for this,” confessed Shahab.
Melody Sasser from Tennessee has been arrested by police authorities after she had tried to hire a hitman to murder the wife of a man she had met on a dating app.
People Magazine reported that Sasser met the man on Match.com. After finding out that he had recently gotten engaged, the woman responded with “I hope you both fall off a cliff and die”, according to the alleged target’s complaint to the police.
She also revealed that Sasser had shown up to their resident unannounced after learning about the couple’s engagement, reporting that she found her vehicle damaged, and began receiving threatening calls that couldn’t be traced.
Authorities also found out that Sasser was tracing the whereabouts of the victim and her husband through a fitness app on their Garmin watches.
According to court documents, Sasser plotted the murder of the wife by placing a $10,000 order on the website Online Killers Market on Jan 11, 2023, using the username “cattree”, to have the spouse of the man she met murdered.
“It needs to seem random or accident[al]. Or plant drugs, do not want a long investigation. She recently moved in with her new husband,” the murder-for-hire request reads.
Then again in March, she sent a follow-up message, complaining about how long it was taking to hire a hit-man:
“I have waited for 2 months and 11 days and the job is not completed… does it need to be assigned to someone else? Will it be done? What is the delay?”
The police were immediately alerted to the murder’s request and traced Sasser’s location, as well as informed the intended target and her husband about the failed murder plot. Sasser is currently being charged with attempted murder.
In a case of alleged criminal negligence by doctors at a private hospital in Faisalabad, two women underwent incorrect surgical procedures due to mistaken identity, ARY has reported.
As per details, Parveen Kausar from Ghulam Muhammadabad, was mistakenly scheduled for gallbladder surgery instead of the knee surgery she had scheduled.
The other woman named Kausar Parveen from Chak 58, Faisalabad, underwent a knee procedure instead of the gallbladder surgery she needed.
The families of the affected women have approached the police, seeking assistance and requesting an investigation into the matter.
It’s unfair to generalize an entire generation as being “not happy with anything.” The experiences and attitudes of individuals within a generation can vary greatly. However, there are some potential reasons why some members of Generation Z may appear to be unhappy or dissatisfied.
One possible reason is the current state of the world. Gen Z has grown up during a time of great social and political upheaval, including economic uncertainty, climate change and political polarization. These issues can be overwhelming and lead to feelings of anxiety and hopelessness.
Another factor is the prevalence of social media in Gen Z’s lives. Social media can create a constant pressure to present a perfect image and compare oneself to others, leading to feelings of inadequacy and low self-esteem. Additionally, social media can expose Gen Z to a constant stream of negative news and information, which can contribute to feelings of pessimism and despair.
Finally, there may be a perception that previous generations have left Gen Z with a world that is in worse shape than it was before. This can lead to feelings of resentment and disillusionment, as well as a belief that the current systems and structures are not working for them.
Overall, it’s important to recognize that every generation has its own unique challenges and struggles, and it’s unfair to characterize an entire group as being uniformly unhappy or dissatisfied.
A group of dacoits rushed into a private bank at Barki Road in Lahore and plundered millions in cash on Monday morning before running away, police have confirmed.
Five armed men went inside the bank, snatched away the security guard’s weapon and collected over Rs10 million cash. The suspects deprived a customer of Rs4.1m and looted Rs6m from the cash counter.
The gunmen also manhandled security guards and injured them on offering resisting.
A police team rushed to the spot on an emergency call, collecting necessary evidence including CCTV footage, and launched an investigation.
A boy in India has been killed by four of his friends in a dispute over paying a restaurant bill for a birthday celebration.
On May 31, 20-years-old Sabir Ansari, a resident of Mumbai, invited four of his friends to a restaurant to celebrate his birthday. When the INR 10,000 bill arrived, the friends told Sabir to pay, promising that they will return the money by night.
However, upon asking for the money later in the day, the friends threatened Sabir, refusing to pay.
That night, the victim was attacked with a sharp weapon in Mumbai’s Shivaji Nagar area by his friends. He died later at a hospital.
Police have arrested two of his friends while the other two are minors and therefore not in custody.
As a university student on summer break, there are various ways to spend your time efficiently. Firstly, it is recommended to set a few achievable goals that align with your personal and career objectives. For instance, you could decide to enroll in a short-term course or internship that aligns with your career aspirations.
Moreover, summer break is an excellent time to gain valuable work experience. You could consider applying for a part-time job or volunteering opportunity in a field related to your desired career path. This would enable you to acquire invaluable skills, boost your resume, and broaden your professional network.
In addition, summer break presents an excellent opportunity to travel and explore new cultures. You could plan a trip with friends, participate in a study abroad program, or volunteer for an international organization. Such experiences can provide a broader perspective on life and enrich your personal growth.
Furthermore, summer break also allows for self-care and personal development. Take time to engage in activities that promote your wellness, such as exercising, reading, or learning a new hobby. Also, it is essential to stay connected with family and friends and invest in meaningful relationships.
In summary, spending your summer break efficiently requires adequate planning and intentional living. Engage in activities that align with your goals and take time to invest in various areas of your life, such as work, travel, personal growth, and self-care.
The Coca-Cola Company, in global partnership with World Wide Fund for Nature (WWF) inaugurated the Climate Resilience Program that aims to proactively identify risks and build resilience to climate change to enhance the resilience of water stewardship and sustainable agriculture in Punjab region.
As a first step, WWF organizeda two-day workshop titled “Integrated Resilience Action Planning for Climate Change”on World Environment Day,bringing together the collective wisdom of key stakeholders from government entities, non-governmental organizations (NGOs), and the private sector.
“Coca-Cola brings a vast distribution network and a strong sustainable agenda to our decade-long partnership with WWF. We believe we can strengthen our mutual commitments to climate resilience to create an integrated framework and solve for complex climate change disasters,” said Aisha Sarwari, Director Public Affairs, Communications & Sustainability, Coca-Cola Pakistan & Afghanistan Region.
Hammad Naqi Khan, Director General of WWF-Pakistan, highlighted the severe impact of climate change on water resources in Pakistan. He stated, “The devastating floods of 2022 resulted in significant production losses for key crops. These extreme events are clear indications of climate change. Pakistan’s irrigation system, one of the largest globally, suffers from inefficiencies, leading to substantial water loss. In this context, it’s vital to recognize the potential role of the corporate sector in providing leadership and implementing water stewardship strategies for better water resource management. WWF-Pakistan is committed to building resilience through initiatives like these. To address water and food security challenges, it is crucial to improve water governance, transform the agri-food system, and enhance institutional capacity building.”
Coca-Cola’s global water strategy focuses on sustainable water security through local water replenishment, advocacy for smart water policies, and responsible water use throughout operations and communities.Under Paani Project, Coca-Cola Icecek has replenished 15 ML of water annually since 2013 and supported 1 million people to access clean drinking water. 35 water filtering units were installed across Pakistan which have an individual capacity of producing over 2,000 liters of clean drinkable water per hour, each serving a community of over 20,000 people per day.ThroughTheCoca-Cola Foundation’s funding, Indus Earth Trustlaunched ‘Water For Women’ Project that has replenished 150 ML of water annually since 2017 and supported 2200 households in 40 villages in the Kohistan area, Thatta district. Furthermore, in collaboration with Mountain and Glacier Protection Organization (MGPO), 140,000 people were provided with over 5 million liters of clean water in Gilgit-Baltistan.
Recently, WWF-Pakistan also conducted a watershed health assessment study in the Ravi Basin supported by the grant funding provided by The Coca-Cola Company, which identified key water-related issues in the area. Informed by this local assessment, the next phase of the project will develop interventions that will help develop a Watershed Management Plan. These will cater to the river’s improved water quality and quantity, better ecosystem, and infrastructure improvement and development.
For more information about the workshop and the integrated resilience pilot program, please visit coca-cola.com/pk
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Transgender activist Shahzadi Rai took to social media to announce that she was collaborating with Sindh Education Minister Sardar Shah to work on the first ever transgender inclusive education policy, which will allow more members of the khwaja sira community to enroll into schools and continue to pursue higher education through scholarship programs set up by universities.
"Exciting news! Our team @Gia & @NaseemShaikh17 had a meeting with Minister of Education – @sardarshah1 ,khuwajasara/trans education policy. The hard work has paid off as @SindhGovt1 is now announcing its first educational trans policy.celebrate towards a more inclusive society! pic.twitter.com/796ofcodIw
Speaking to The Current, Rai, who is working as a Violence Case Manager for Gender Alliance Initiative, spoke about the importance of the policy, which is a step forward in helping transgender individuals pursue their academic dreams and help in empowering their community:
“Through this policy, we aim to help members of the Khwaja Sira community pursue higher education, especially those who can read and write but could not study in schools. When we had our meeting to discuss this policy, one of the first things we talked about was setting up a scholarship program for the transgender community in universities. So that more transgender people can study ahead.”
We also talked about how this policy will help in setting up more safe and inclusive environments for transgender individuals:
“We had also discussed setting up more safer environments within schools for transgender people. We are forming up a draft of the things we want. Although it won’t be a part of this policy that we are drafting, but ahead in the future we will start including books with chapters that will discuss the history of the transgender community.
In this policy, we have ensured that it is strictly forbidden that no teacher can misbehave with a transgender student. Our biggest concern is to ensure that teacher’s are trans-friendly.”
Sindh Education Minister Sardar Shah was seen speaking on the importance of the education policy at the Sindh Assembly, highlighting the importance of such a step which will help members of the transgender community become equal members of our society by providing them fair education policies.
In the first, the #SindhGovt is going to announce the #TransgenderPolicy, with special facilities and scholarships so that they can continue their education and excel as equal citizens.
