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  • Islamabad police launches crackdown against unregistered vehicles

    Islamabad police launches crackdown against unregistered vehicles

    The Islamabad Capital Territory Police (ICTP) has initiated a crackdown against unregistered vehicles in the federal capital.

    Details reveal that during the current year 2022, 8,951 unregistered cars, trucks, and motorbikes received fines from the ICT police.

    For the purpose of inspecting the unregistered vehicles operating on the roads, special enforcement squads have been formed.

    The campaign was started on the orders of Inspector-General of the Islamabad Police, Dr. Akbar Nasir Khan, and is being led by SSP Traffic Dr. Syed Mustafa Tanweer.

    Additionally, the Sabzi Mandi Police areas were the scene of several dacoity occurrences that were busted by the Islamabad Capital Territory Police.

    Three members of a dacoit gang who were involved in several episodes of snatching and street crimes were apprehended by a police team from Sabzi Mandi Police Station employing the most recent technology and human resources.

    The defendants were named as Munir Ahmed, Muhammad Shafiq, and Raja Zahoor.

    A motorbike, three 30-bore handguns, and a dagger used in these sleazy events were also found by police.

    The suspects admitted their involvement in dacoity occurrences in the Sabzi Mandi areas during the preliminary investigation.

  • Imran Khan gets bail extension in 10 vandalism cases, to appear before court on July 30

    Imran Khan gets bail extension in 10 vandalism cases, to appear before court on July 30

    A district and sessions court in Islamabad extended Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) Chairman Imran Khan’s interim bail till July 30.  He got bail extension in 10 cases related to vandalism during his party’s Azadi March in the federal capital held on May 25.

    During today’s hearing, District and Sessions Court Judge Kamran Basharat Mufti approved an application filed by Khan seeking exemption from personal appearance and extended his interim bail.

    Read more: Khan in court, granted pre-arrest bail in 10 cases against him

    When Khan’s junior counsel Rai Tajamul pleaded with the court to grant his client interim bail in a case registered in Kohsar police station, the judge remarked that “Khan’s personal appearance is necessary” since he is seeking a fresh bail.

    He informed the court that the PTI chief is in Lahore, while his lawyer Babar Awan is abroad. However, Khan’s counsel assured the judge that his client would appear at the next hearing, which is on July 30.

    On July 19, Judge Mufti extended the interim bail of the PTI Chairman till July 21 in these cases.

  • Video: Man gropes burqa-clad woman in Islamabad

    Video: Man gropes burqa-clad woman in Islamabad

    A CCTV footage of a man forcefully groping a woman is being shared on social media. The video was posted by Twitter user Ehtesham Ali Abbasi and the incident took place in the I-10 area of Islamabad.

    In the video, a man can be seen running towards a burqa-clad woman and then groping her from behind. The woman tries pushing the man away. He later runs away.

    The Islamabad Police is currently investigating the case. The man has reportedly been traced.

    Ehtesham Ali Abbasi tweeted to the Islamabad Police that the family of the woman who was harassed is also satisfied with the police investigation.

    People on social media are requesting the Islamabad Police to arrest the culprit at the earliest.

  • Pakistan Railways to reduce train fares by up to 10 per cent

    Pakistan Railways to reduce train fares by up to 10 per cent

    The Ministry of Railways has decided to lower fares by up to 5 to 10 per cent as a result of the recent drop in the cost of petroleum products.

    Samaa reports that Secretary of Railways Zafar Ranjha will preside over a meeting on Friday to review and announce the train fares.

    Prime Minister (PM) Shehbaz Sharif made an update to the discounted price schedule for petroleum products late on Thursday.

    The price of diesel is reduced by Rs40.54 and that of petrol by Rs18.50 per liter beginning on July 15.

    Khawaja Saad Rafique, the minister of railways, has given instructions to lower the train fare in light of the aforementioned discount.

    Earlier, to assist travellers on the occasion of Eid-ul-Azha, Pakistan Railways also offered a 30 per cent discount on train tickets. A notice posted before Eid noted that all customers travelling by train during the three days of Eid-ul-Azha would be eligible for the reduced tickets.

  • Pizza delivery boy allegedly raped in Islamabad

    Pizza delivery boy allegedly raped in Islamabad

    On Monday, a 20-year-old pizza delivery boy was allegedly raped in Islamabad.

    The boy had gone to the Sharifabad area in the capital to deliver pizza where he was raped by a man. The suspect has been identified as Ahmed Gogi.

    A First Information Report (FIR) has been registered by the police and the ICT Director-General of Police (Operations) Suhail Zafar Chattha has directed the officials to arrest the suspect as soon as possible.

    It is pertinent to mention that this is the second case of sexual violence reported in Islamabad within the last two months. In June, a woman alleged that she was raped by her security guard in her own house.

    Last month, Punjab Home Minister Attaullah Tarar announced that the Punjab government would declare an emergency following an increase in rape and sodomy cases in the province.

  • Tired of sitting at home? Cool places you can go to this holiday week

    Tired of sitting at home? Cool places you can go to this holiday week

    Eid-ul-Azha is all about big fat lunches and endless dinners at relatives’ places. Especially in desi households, one can’t escape the aunties. We all know how easily one can get bored while sitting all day and even after feeding your stomach to death, you sometimes just want some air. We compiled a list of cool places where you can go.

    1- The Cinema

    So we have a lot of Pakistani movies and Hollywood movies to watch this Eid. From Quaid-e-Azam Zindabad to Thor. You can watch whatever you want. We know that there is going to be a rush but it’s Eid and you can enjoy the movie more in a houseful. Grab your tickets, lay back, and put on a show.

    2- Margala Hills National Park

    If you feel like taking a bit of a walk. Go to Margala Hills National Park in Islamabad. There are several hiking tracks there too. The view is also going to be great but remember to do it before 12 pm because, after it, it is going to be hot folks.

    3- Playdium

    Wanna do something different? Try out the gaming center. In Lahore, there is Playdium. It is a bit expensive but who cares because you have Eidi this time. Go out with your cousins or friends. It will be a fun yet unique outing. Also, Playdium has some serious Instagram photo lighting. We would also suggest that you take some good pictures there. Thank us later!

    4- Spa Day

    Everyone is tired now since it’s Eid Day 2. Pamper yourself and spend some money on yourself. A spa day can get you relaxed, all fresh, and ready for the upcoming working days. Make some time and plan now!

  • ‘Mai ne video banaayi hui hai, agar mujhe kuch hua toh public ko sab pata chal jayega’: Imran Khan

    ‘Mai ne video banaayi hui hai, agar mujhe kuch hua toh public ko sab pata chal jayega’: Imran Khan

    Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) Chairman Imran Khan said on Tuesday that he knows the names of those who were involved in the conspiracy to oust his government but said he is quiet for the sake of the country as he doesn’t want to harm Pakistan.

    Addressing a press conference on Tuesday, Khan claimed that he has recorded a video that involves information about those who have committed “treason”. He said, “Mai ne video banaayi hui hai, agar mujhe kuch hua toh public ko sab pata chal jayega“, (I have recorded a video. If something happens to me, it will be made public). He added that if “they keep sidelining and harassing us, I will tell everything”.

    About the cases registered against Khan and his party members, he said this is being done to “shut them up”.

    “I have never seen such fascism in Pakistan, such a situation is leading Pakistan towards anarchy,” he said. Khan further added that the government can control the media but not social media. “Everyone has a voice now.”

    Khan also condemned the recent incidents of attacks on journalists. He posed a question, ” I ask the judiciary, has martial law been imposed? I ask them whether human rights have been suspended in the country?” Khan said that terrorism cases have been registered against them to keep them quiet.

    Criticising the incumbent government, the PTI Chairman said, “They will accept Israel as a state, will provide Pakistan’s bases to the United States, and will discard the Kashmiri people to establish better relations with India.”

    Moreover, Khan urged the public to come out to vote on July 17 in the Punjab by-elections. “PTI has to win the by-elections despite the election rigging,” adding that this is “jihad ” for the country.

    Khan said that Pakistan can only be saved from this crisis through transparent elections while saying that the Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP) cannot be trusted.

  • Islamabad residents paying up to Rs5,000 for private water tankers

    Islamabad residents paying up to Rs5,000 for private water tankers

    Residents of Islamabad’s sectors G-13 and G-14 are paying private tankers up to Rs5,000 to fetch water for their homes to meet their needs during the current summer season.

    Buildings and houses are being constructed in these sectors, but the availability of water continues to be a severe issue that has to be handled by the concerned authorities.

    When water is only occasionally—once a week or never—given, the locals are left at the tanker mafia’s mercy. The G13 sector has been one of the most severely impacted communities.

    According to The News, there was a plan to use Khanpur Dam to deliver water to these areas, but there were several obstacles, such as encroachment and the failure to acquire property for the supply lines.

    The civic agency began supplying water to certain sectors via tankers at discounted prices. At its G-10 facility, there were no fees for filling private water tankers, allowing the inhabitants of these two sectors to obtain water at subsidised prices.

    Since water at reduced rates was only provided once a week, eventually residents are compelled to buy water from tankers at outrageous prices.

    The locals reported that they are also having issues with their schools, crumbling roads, electrical shortages, a lack of parks, filthy conditions, and a lack of health care services.

  • ‘Will get fresh tear gas if needed,’ Rana Sanaullah warns PTI

    ‘Will get fresh tear gas if needed,’ Rana Sanaullah warns PTI

    Interior Minister Rana Sanaullah said if the need arises, fresh, effective and updated tear gas will be used against Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) supporters who are ready to hold a rally at Islamabad’s Parade Ground today.

    Meanwhile, it has been reported that a pistol was recovered from a man who was present at the rally venue.

    The police have arrested the man and he is now being investigated.

    In a press conference today (Saturday), Sanaullah said that the expired tear gas, which he claimed was bought by his “predecessors”, had finished. “Now they [police] will get everything effective, fresh and updated if the need arises.” However, he advised participants at PTI rally not to cause chaos. “It would be better if they don’t create a situation.”

    He said that in the future, any such “seditious” rallies won’t be tolerated in the capital.

    Regarding a question about PTI Chairman Imran Khan, the federal minister said he should “correct” his matters and refrain from “creating rebellion and instability” in Pakistan.

    “All the political parties in the country at the moment are on one side, trying to solve the ongoing crises, while Imran Khan is busy abusing everyone and playing the politics of hatred,” the interior minister added.

    Prior to this, PTI alleged that the Islamabad police had used expired tear gas against them on May 25. Later, Inspector General of Police (IGP) Islamabad Dr Akbar Nasir Khan had stated that expired tear gas shells were not used.

    On Friday, the Staff Duties Directorate at the General Headquarters (GHQ) Rawalpindi permitted PTI to organise its jalsa at Parade Ground in the federal capital.

    The permission is only valid for July 2. The NOC was given on the condition that the public gathering shall not disturb or disrupt the fundamental rights of the citizens of Islamabad and adjoining areas nor shall it block Islamabad Expressway or any other road. The gathering shall end at midnight.

  • US embassy expands interview waiver eligibility for Pakistanis

    US embassy expands interview waiver eligibility for Pakistanis

    The United States (US) Mission in Pakistan has announced the expansion of the interview waiver for Pakistani citizens who are renewing B1/B2 tourist and business visas at the US Embassy in Islamabad and the US Consulate General in Karachi.

    In a press release, the US embassy stated that Pakistanis who are 45 and older with valid or expired B1/B2 visas within the last four years are eligible to participate.

    However, some eligible visa holders may be required to appear for interviews at the US Embassy or Consulate-General after submitting their applications as it is required by US law.

    Applicants can check their eligibility for an interview waiver by visiting the website of the US Mission in Pakistan.

    This step has been taken to improve customer service and speed up the procedure of the renewal of tourist and business visas for qualified and eligible Pakistani citizens.