by admin | Aug 30, 2025 | crime, crimes, government, news, security
Published on, Aug. 19 — August 19, 2025 6:35 AM
Sindh’s Chief Minister Syed Murad Ali Shah, chairing a top-level conference, stated that the administration aims to achieve an “optimal” security condition in the katcha area and instructed the police to remain alert.
“Kidnapping for ransom will not be tolerated under any circumstances,” he said, adding that strict action must be taken to curb ‘honey trap’ crimes.
The meeting was held at the CM House and was attended by Home Minister Zia-ul-Hassan Lanjar, Chief Secretary Asif Haider Shah, IG Police Ghulam Nabi Memon, Principal Secretary Agha Wasif, and DIG Larkano.
The chief minister said that he wants the law & order situation in the katcha area of Sukkur and Larkana division to be perfect and directed police to stay vigilant, and he won’t tolerate any kidnapping for ransom. “I want you to be ruthless against the dacoits and their facilitators so that no kidnapping for ransom case could take place.
Briefing the CM, the Home Minister Zai Lanjar and IG Police Ghulam Nabi memon informed that large-scale operations had been carried out in Ghotki and Shikarpur. They revealed that around 500 hideouts of dacoits and their facilitators were destroyed. Between January 2024 and 2025, a total of 115 dacoits were killed, 208 were injured, and 582 were arrested. The eight most-wanted outlaws were also eliminated.
The CM was told that 91 kidnapping cases were reported in 2025, out of which 88 abductees were safely recovered. Similarly, 287 victims of honey-trap abductions were rescued.
The Interior Secretary added that although highways used to suffer from widespread thefts, this problem has now been eradicated. The Chief Minister stated that every highway within the province needs to be ensured safety and security.
Murad Shah instructed the Home Minister to cut off the supply route for weapons used by bandits. “It remains unclear how these sensitive arms arrive at the bandits in the makeshift regions.”
Prime Minister Murad Ali Shah directed the Inspector General of Police to make sure that illegal groups are entirely eradicated. “We have already stopped several cases of kidnapping and captured numerous hiding places. It’s now time to eliminate these criminals permanently,” he stated.
by admin | Aug 30, 2025 | disasters, earthquakes, news, pakistan, seismology
Released on, Aug. 19 — August 19, 2025 at 11:10 AM
An intense earthquake registered at 5.2 on the Richter scale hit Islamabad, Rawalpindi, and various towns in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa early Tuesday, causing fear among locals who are still dealing with ongoing flood challenges.
The earthquakes began in the Hindu Kush region of Afghanistan at a depth of 190 kilometers. Although they were light, the shocks were powerful enough to be distinctly noticed in several northern cities.
Inhabitants from Peshawar, Abbottabad, Charsadda, Chitral, Haripur, Malakand, Batkhela, and nearby regions experienced intense tremors. Individuals evacuated their houses and workplaces due to concerns about subsequent shocks and potential structural harm.
The tremors were also experienced in Mansehra, Mingora, Swat, Balakot, Battagram, Kohistan, and Toghrar. Officials conducted preventive evacuations in certain regions to safeguard people and minimize possible dangers.
Luckily, authorities have not yet documented any injuries or significant damage. Nevertheless, the Provincial Disaster Management Authority (PDMA) has advised locals to remain vigilant and adhere to precautionary steps in case of subsequent tremors.
This seismic event occurs during a challenging period for Pakistan, with many areas currently facing sudden floods and intense rain. Officials have confirmed that surveillance mechanisms continue to function effectively to address any crisis promptly.
by admin | Aug 29, 2025 | General
Rail
Travelers are advised against traveling today between London King’s Cross and Edinburgh because of emergency work on a bridge.
Passengers of LNER can utilize their tickets for alternative services up until Tuesday provided their trip has been affected.
Among them are CrossCountry, East Midlands Railway, Greater Anglia, Great Northern, and Thameslink, as well as ScotRail.
In a release, LNER stated: ‘If you’re traveling on an LNER train, your Train Manager will inform you of details regarding the incident and how it affects your trip today.’
Our onboard crew is striving to ensure your comfort as we work to resume movement.
If you require immediate assistance—such as arrangements for subsequent travel/air tickets, health-related issues, and so forth—please consult with a staff member aboard the train.
What alternative paths are available?
Inter-city travel from Sheffield, Doncaster, Leeds, and York
Railway services operated by East Midlands between London St Pancras, Leicester, and Sheffield
Greater Anglia from Cambridge to Peterborough
The Great Northern and Thameslink services from King’s Cross to Stevenage, Peterborough
The ScotRail route from Edinburgh to Glasgow
Network Rail reported that a bridge located south of Chester-le-Street sustained damage during the night. Personnel, such as structural engineers, are presently at the location.
Furthermore, personnel must be present on location at 11:30 to examine the malfunction occurring between Berwick-upon-Tweed and Dunbar.
The journey typically starts at London’s King’s Cross station and heads north towards Edinburgh, making stops along the way at Stevenage, Peterborough, Grantham, Newark Northgate, Retford, Doncaster, York, Darlington, Durham, Newcastle, Berwick-upon-Tweed, and Edinburgh Waverley, before continuing to Aberdeen and Inverness.
This day’s travel advisory arrives as the Edinburgh Fringe Festival reaches its peak, currently ongoing and set to conclude later this month.
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by admin | Aug 29, 2025 | business, equities, financial markets, news, stocks
Kathmandu, August 19 – On Tuesday, the Nepal Stock Exchange (Nepse) saw a slight increase, gaining 6.51 points to finish at 2,776.90. The key index went up by 0.23% compared to the prior day.
The stock exchange data reveal that the share prices of 142 companies advanced while 107 declined.
A total of 131.24 million shares were exchanged via 61,784 deals, totaling Rs5.63 billion.
The turnover was less compared to Monday, when transactions amounted to Rs6.17 billion.
All sectoral sub-indices posted gains, with life insurance, production and processing, development banks, investment, others, and trade groups leading the upward movement.
by admin | Aug 29, 2025 | disaster management, disasters, emergencies, flooding, news
Released on, Aug. 19 — August 19, 2025 at 11:02 AM
Intense monsoon downpours have caused rivers in Punjab to rise to alarming levels, submerging communities, damaging agricultural land, and isolating areas due to blocked roadways, with the NDMA issuing a critical warning about impending rainfall.
A warning was issued as Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa experienced severe floods that resulted in more than 320 fatalities. Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif instructed his ministers to take direct responsibility for overseeing aid efforts in the most severely impacted areas.
Beginning in late June, continuous heavy rains, sudden floodwaters, and mudslides have resulted in the deaths of at least 657 individuals and injuries to almost 1,000 others throughout Pakistan. Authorities worry about deteriorating situations with additional rainfall expected.
The National Disaster Management Authority stated that intense to extremely high amounts of rain are anticipated throughout Punjab, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Sindh, Balochistan, Azad Jammu and Kashmir, and Gilgit-Baltistan. Authorities cautioned that precipitation could surpass 50 to 60 percent over typical rates.
K-P continues to be the most severely affected area, with regions such as Buner, Swat, Shangla, and Bajaur experiencing extensive damage. Many houses have suffered destruction or harm, and roadways and bridges are still obstructed due to landslides.
At the same time, rescue efforts are being carried out. The NDMA along with regional authorities are providing tents, quilts, provisions, and monetary assistance. The Prime Minister pledged to the individuals affected by floods that their damaged houses will be reconstructed and security protocols enhanced.
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