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Karachi police transfer 20 officers as drug case investigation continues

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Karachi police

KARACHI: Police authorities in Karachi have transferred 20 officers out of the city’s South District as part of an ongoing investigation linked to a narcotics case involving a suspect known as Anmol, also called Pinky.

According to police officials, the officers had been posted for extended periods at several police stations in the district and were identified as being involved in alleged misconduct, anti-social activities and violations of departmental discipline.

Authorities said some of the officers repeatedly used influence to secure postings at specific stations in District South.

Earlier, two officials from the Counter Terrorism Department were taken into custody over alleged contacts with the suspect.

CTD sources said the detained officers included Assistant Sub-Inspector Kafeel and a constable identified as Ali, who were allegedly in communication with Pinky.

Serious efforts underway to finalize Iran-US draft agreement, Arab media reports

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Serious efforts

ISLAMABAD: Intensive diplomatic efforts are underway to finalize a draft agreement between Iran and the United States, with an announcement on the completion of the final text possible in the coming days, according to Arab media reports.

The reports said a senior Pakistani official could travel to Iran on Thursday, and the visit may coincide with an announcement that the draft agreement has been completed.

Arab media also reported that the next round of negotiations is expected to be held in Islamabad after the Hajj season.

The developments come as Pakistan Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi made his second trip to Tehran within 24 hours, where he held meetings with Iranian leaders on the ongoing Iran-U.S. dialogue.

During a previous visit to Tehran, Naqvi met President Masoud Pezeshkian, parliamentary speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf and Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi to discuss bilateral ties and regional diplomacy.

After returning from Iran, Naqvi traveled directly to Balochistan, where Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and Army Chief Gen. Asim Munir were also present.

Neither Tehran nor Washington has officially confirmed the reported timeline for finalizing the agreement.

Mohsin Naqvi makes second Tehran visit within 24 Hours

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Mohsin Naqvi

ISLAMABAD: Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi has arrived in Tehran for a second visit within 24 hours, according to official sources, as discussions continue on regional diplomacy and Iran–U.S. negotiations.

Sources said Naqvi is expected to hold meetings with senior Iranian leadership regarding ongoing diplomatic efforts related to Iran–US talks.

The visit comes just days after Naqvi’s previous trip to Iran, during which he met President Masoud Pezeshkian, parliamentary speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf, and Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi.

During earlier meetings, officials discussed bilateral relations and the evolving situation in the Middle East, diplomatic sources added.

After his previous Tehran visit, Naqvi reportedly traveled directly to Balochistan, where Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and Field Marshal Asim Munir were also present.

Efforts continue for family access to Bushra Bibi in Adiala Jail

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Efforts continue

ISLAMABAD: In a significant development, sources say that the daughter of Bushra Bibi may soon be allowed to meet her mother at Adiala Jail, amid behind-the-scenes efforts aimed at easing tensions over family visitation arrangements.

According to local media , the move is reportedly the result of discreet negotiations and backchannel contacts intended to reduce friction surrounding family meetings.

The sources said there is a strong possibility that, following informal engagement with relevant authorities, the meeting could be facilitated under certain conditions.

They added that the daughter had previously been allowed to meet Bushra Bibi, but subsequent disclosure of meeting details — reportedly shared with Bushra Bibi’s sister and later circulated on social media led to restrictions on further visits.

Officials allegedly viewed the disclosure as a breach of understanding that such interactions would remain private and not be publicly discussed.

Sources further said efforts were also underway to arrange meetings between former Prime Minister Imran Khan and his sisters, though any progress may depend on written assurances that family members will avoid public statements regarding such meetings.

In a separate development, concerns have reportedly been conveyed within official circles regarding recent statements attributed to Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Chief Minister Sohail Afridi.

Sources claimed that certain remarks allegedly critical of the military had caused unease in official quarters and were subsequently communicated to the leadership of the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf.

PTI Chairman Barrister Gohar Ali Khan reportedly declined to comment when approached regarding the matter.

Court sentences TikToker Sana Yousaf’s killer to death

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Court sentences

ISLAMABAD: A court in Islamabad on Tuesday sentenced Umar Hayat to death and imposed a heavy fine in the murder case of TikToker Sana Yousaf, following a detailed trial that included testimony from dozens of witnesses.

The victim was killed on June 2, 2025, at her home in Islamabad, according to police. Umar Hayat was arrested a day later on June 3 from Jaranwala after a swift investigation.

Investigators said a identification parade was conducted on June 13, and a second mobile phone belonging to the accused was later recovered. Formal charges were filed on Sept. 20.

The court recorded the first testimony in the case on Sept. 25, with a total of 31 witnesses listed. Statements from 27 witnesses were presented during the trial.

On Tuesday, Additional Sessions Judge Afzal Majoka found the accused guilty and sentenced him to death, along with 30 years in prison and a fine of 2.4 million Pakistani rupees ($8,600).

The verdict was issued after a series of hearings, including evidence presented by investigators and witness statements recorded over several months.

PM lauds armed forces’ role in safeguarding sovereignty, security

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PM lauds

QUETTA: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif visited the Command and Staff College in Quetta, where he addressed faculty members and under-training officers, highlighting national security, defence and regional developments.

During his speech, the prime minister praised the armed forces for what he called their “exemplary role” in defending national sovereignty, maintaining peace and ensuring stability.

He paid tribute to military personnel and martyrs, saying the nation would always remember their sacrifices for the country.

Shehbaz Sharif said Pakistan’s armed forces had demonstrated professional excellence and operational readiness, particularly during what he referred to as “Ma’arka-e-Haq,” where, according to him, they successfully responded to external aggression.

He also lauded the leadership of Field Marshal Asim Munir, describing recent achievements under his command as historic, and congratulated the military leadership and troops.

The prime minister said the international community had acknowledged Pakistan’s “wise approach” and principled stance on regional issues.

He added that Pakistan remained fully prepared to respond to any aggression and would continue efforts to safeguard its sovereignty and territorial integrity.

Sharif said operations against terrorism would continue with full resolve and national unity until the threat was eliminated.

Students suspended after lecturer harassment incident at Islamia College Peshawar

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Students suspended

PESHAWAR: Three students accused of harassing and misbehaving with a female lecturer at Islamia College Peshawar have been suspended for two weeks pending a final disciplinary decision, university officials said Tuesday.

According to a notification issued by the administration, an initial report by the disciplinary committee found three students involved in the incident. The students have been barred from entering the university until the committee issues its final verdict.

The Teaching Staff Association said it had postponed its planned strike until the disciplinary committee reaches a final decision, adding that academic activities would continue until June 8.

The controversy emerged after lecturer Gul Rukh submitted a complaint to the university’s vice chancellor, alleging that students misbehaved with and harassed her during a class test.

In her letter, the lecturer alleged that several students refused to take the test, intimidated classmates and tore test papers before throwing them at her.

She further claimed that some students locked her and female students inside the classroom and later returned with additional individuals, surrounded her and pressured her to award passing marks while allegedly using political influence as a threat.

The Teaching Staff Association had earlier demanded immediate action against those involved, warning of a boycott of academic activities if authorities failed to respond.

Security forces kill 22 terrorists in North Waziristan operation: ISPR

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Security forces

RAWALPINDI: Pakistani security forces killed 22 militants linked to “Fitna-al-Khwarij” during an ongoing clearance and sanitization operation in the Shewa area of North Waziristan district, the military said Tuesday.

According to the Inter-Services Public Relations, the operation has been underway since May 17 after intelligence reports regarding the presence of militants in the region.

The military said troops effectively targeted militant hideouts during the operation, leading to intense exchanges of fire over the past 24 hours.

Weapons and ammunition were recovered from the slain militants, who were allegedly involved in multiple terrorist attacks in the area, the statement added.

ISPR said evidence gathered during the operation indicated that militants had intimidated local residents and used civilians as human shields to ensure safe movement.

The military condemned such actions, saying innocent civilian lives could not be put at risk under any circumstances.

Security forces have cordoned off the area and the clearance operation remains underway to eliminate any remaining militants, according to the statement.

Plea filed in SC for immediate hospital transfer of PTI founder

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Plea filed

ISLAMABAD:  A petition has been filed in the Supreme Court seeking the transfer of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) founder Imran Khan  to a hospital for medical treatment, according to court documents.

The petition was submitted through lawyer Uzair Bhandari, requesting that the Islamabad High Court’s March 12, 2026 decision be declared null and void.

The plea urges the court to order an immediate medical examination of the PTI founder and proposes that doctors Khurram Mirza, Asim Yusuf, Faisal Sultan and Samina Niazi be included in the medical board.

It further requests that the PTI founder be shifted to Shifa International Hospital for treatment and allowed regular access to family members, lawyers and personal physicians during the treatment process.

The petition also seeks timely updates on his health condition and treatment, including full medical reports such as eye examinations and blood test results.

It argues that the family and legal team should be kept fully informed and involved at every stage of medical care, and demands access to diagnostic reports from the past four months.

The Supreme Court has not yet issued a response to the petition.

Karachi’s court grants physical remand of Pinky till May 22

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Karachi’s court

KARACHI: A court in Karachi on Friday granted physical remand of drug suspect Anmol alias Pinky until May 22 in a narcotics case.

A judicial magistrate in Central district approved the remand after hearing arguments in the case registered against the accused.

In a separate proceeding, a judicial magistrate in Karachi South extended Pinky’s physical remand by two more days in a murder case and ordered her to be produced again on Monday. The court also granted judicial remand in 13 other cases registered in South district.

Meanwhile, a Malir court sent the accused to jail on judicial remand in a case registered at Sachal police station and directed the investigating officer to submit a challan within 14 days. The prosecution said it would challenge the court’s decision.

During court appearances, the suspect was brought with her face covered. She alleged police torture and claimed that false cases were registered against her, adding that she was brought from Lahore to Karachi on the orders of her ex-husband.

Investigating officers told the court that the accused was “highly skilled” and repeatedly changing statements. They said data recovered from her phone contained over 800 contacts and revealed transactions worth millions of rupees.

Police further alleged that her identity card had been blocked and that she had been using SIMs obtained on other people’s names, adding that further arrests of her alleged facilitators and riders were required and seeking further remand.