Month: July 2026

Mirpurkhas: Mirpurkhas Police have solved a major robbery case in Jhudo, arresting four suspects and recovering the stolen cash, the motorcycle allegedly used in the crime and a weapon, officials said on Tuesday.

Addressing a press conference, DSP Jhudo Abdul Ghafoor Khaskheli, CIA In-charge Inspector Zeeshan Lashari, SHO Jhudo Abid Zardari, SHO Digri Sanjay Kumar and Taluqa SHO Mujeeb Narijo said armed suspects had looted Rs2 million from a confectionery shop on Saman Sarkar Road, Jhudo, on the night of July 19, 2026, before escaping on motorcycles.

Following directions from DIG Mirpurkhas Range Captain (retd) Faisal Abdullah Chachar and SSP Mirpurkhas Syed Fida Hussain Shah, a special investigation team was constituted to trace the culprits. The team used modern investigation techniques, CCTV footage and intelligence-based information to make progress in the case.

Police said the arrested suspects were identified as Rashid, son of Noorang Banglani, a resident of Samaro; Shahid, son of Muhammad Akram Bhatti, of SRTC Colony Mirpurkhas; Somro, son of Nabi Bakhsh, of Baloch Colony Jhudo; and Qasim Chandio, son of Nabi Bakhsh. Police recovered the looted cash, a Honda CG-125 motorcycle allegedly used in the robbery and a pistol from their possession.

Officials said further investigation was underway to uncover other aspects of the case. SSP Mirpurkhas Syed Fida Hussain Shah said strict action against criminal elements would continue and all available resources were being utilised to protect the lives and property of citizens.

Muzaffargarh: Two minor girls died after falling into sewer line outside their home in Layyah district on Tuesday. According to police, the incident occurred at Pitafi Chowk in MouzaSarishta Thal Jandi, in the jurisdiction of Pir Juggi police station where eight-year-old Tehreem Fatima and seven-year-old Zainab fell into a sewer line and died. On information, Pir Juggi Police and Assistant Commissioner Layyah reached the spot and started investigation.

Mirpurkhas: Mirpurkhas Police have launched a major crackdown against illegal gutka trade, seizing 33, 000 sachets of Safina Gutka worth millions of rupees and arresting one suspect during an operation on Hyderabad Road.

Acting on the directives of DIG Mirpurkhas Range Captain (retd) Faisal Abdullah Chachar and SSP Mirpurkhas Syed Fida Hussain Shah, a CIA police team led by In-charge Inspector Zeeshan Lashari and In-charge 15 Abbas Ali Abbasi on Tuesday intercepted a suspicious truck bearing registration number Z-7474 near the National Bank.

During a detailed search, police discovered specially designed hidden compartments inside the vehicle containing 10 sacks of Safina Gutka. A total of 33, 000 sachets were recovered from the concealed storage area, officials said.

Police arrested Muhammad Waseem, son of Khalil Ahmed Malik, a resident of Ward No. 3, Digri, while his alleged accomplice Muhammad alias Muhammad Bakhsh Gorchani of Mirwah Gorchani escaped from the scene. Police said raids were underway to arrest the absconding suspect.

A case has been registered at Old Mirpur Police Station under FIR No. 32/2026 under Sections 4 and 8 of the Sindh Prohibition of Preparation and Marketing of Gutka (SPPM) Act. Further investigation is continuing to identify other individuals involved in the illegal trade.

SSP Mirpurkhas Syed Fida Hussain Shah appreciated the police team’s performance and said indiscriminate action against those involved in the sale of narcotics and hazardous substances would continue. He urged citizens to cooperate with law enforcement agencies and report suspicious activities to the authorities.

Hyderabad: A meeting of the District Coordination Apex Committee, constituted under the National Action Plan (NAP) was held under the chairmanship of the Deputy Commissioner Tharparkar Abdul Haleem Jagirani at his office on Tuesday.

According to a handout, the meeting reviewed the overall law and order situation in the district, implementation of the National Action Plan, crime prevention efforts and ongoing actions against narcotics, smuggling, power theft and other illegal activities.

Jagirani directed the relevant departments to compile updated data on unregistered madaris, expedite legal action against illegally residing foreign nationals, ensure transparency in matters related to NADRA-blocked Computerized National Identity Cards (CNICs) and provide maximum facilitation to affected citizens.

He also stressed that strict and indiscriminate legal action should continue against drug dealers, smugglers, electricity thieves, operators of illegal petrol pumps and all those involved in unlawful activities. He emphasized that all departments should strengthen coordination and cooperation to ensure effective implementation of the National Action Plan, with the objective of maintaining lasting peace, upholding the rule of law and safeguarding the lives and property of the public . The officers of all relevant departments attended the meeting.

Mirpurkhas: Assistant Commissioner Mirpurkhas Ghulam Hussain Kaniyo continued the district administration’s crackdown against illegal hoarding by raiding a concealed warehouse in Tora Abad on Tuesday and recovering a large quantity of stored wheat.

During the operation, officials seized 361 maunds of wheat, equivalent to 14. 44 metric tonnes, reportedly belonging to Asif Malik. The recovered stock was taken into official custody and shifted to the government warehouse of PRC Mirpurkhas.

The district administration said strict action against hoarders would continue to prevent artificial shortages of wheat and discourage profiteering. Officials reiterated that all available measures were being taken to ensure smooth supply and protect consumers’ interests.

Peshawar: Religious scholars representing different schools of thought on Tuesday reaffirmed their commitment to promoting interfaith harmony, religious tolerance and national unity during a visit to the Cathedral Church in Peshawar under the banner of the National Paigham-e-Aman Committee Pakistan.

The delegation, led by Pakistan Ulema Council Chairman Hafiz Tahir Mahmood Ashrafi, was received by church priest Humphrey Sarfraz Peter, who welcomed the visiting scholars and accompanied them on a tour of the church.

Speaking to the media, Ashrafi said the visit was intended to strengthen bonds of mutual respect with the Christian community and convey a united message of peace, coexistence and harmony among followers of all faiths.

He said Pakistan’s Constitution guaranteed equal rights and religious freedom to every citizen, adding that safeguarding these rights was a shared national responsibility.

He stressed that Islam rejected extremism and violence in the name of religion and called for collective efforts to counter intolerance and strengthen social cohesion.

Ashrafi said the National Paigham-e-Aman Committee was actively working to promote dialogue among different religious communities, particularly during sensitive occasions such as Muharram, to ensure peace and encourage adherence to the agreed code of conduct.

He paid tribute to Pakistan’s martyrs and security forces, saying religious scholars from all schools of thought stood united against terrorism and remained committed to preserving peace and stability in the country.

Members of the delegation reiterated that Islam emphasised the protection of minorities and respect for human dignity.

They said religious harmony, constitutional rights and equal opportunities for all citizens were essential for building a peaceful and prosperous Pakistan.

Representatives of the church administration welcomed the visit and described it as a positive step towards strengthening trust, understanding and cooperation between different religious communities.

They expressed hope that such engagements would continue to foster mutual respect and reinforce the message of peace across the country.