Shakeel Qarar

Islamabad police arrest culprit behind assault, torture of man and woman

Police made the arrest after a harrowing video of the incident went viral on social media. Updated 07 Jul, 2021 06:08pm

Politicians, journalists condemn FIA notice to Nadeem Malik over claims on Arshad Malik case

FIA has summoned Nadeem Malik on July 6 with all relevant documents and evidence for cooperation in the case. Updated 04 Jul, 2021 04:26pm

Interior ministry notifies Eid holidays from May 10 to 15

Notification issued based on NCOC's recommendations and with approval of PM Imran Khan. Updated 04 May, 2021 12:15am

Interior ministry notifies army deployment for implementation of Covid-19 SOPs

All provinces except Sindh will be able to avail the services of the Pakistan Army for enforcement of Covid-19 SOPs. Updated 26 Apr, 2021 07:27am

Government has decided to ban TLP under anti-terror law, says interior minister

Rangers, police begin clearing TLP protesters from roads in different cities. Updated 14 Apr, 2021 06:48pm

Cop killed, 40 others injured in Lahore as TLP protests against Rizvi's detention continue for 2nd day

Saad Rizvi, other TLP leaders booked under terrorism charges; TLP says protests will continue till French ambassador is deported. Updated 14 Apr, 2021 05:39pm

Pakistan introduces new visa rules, eases travel for health emergencies and work

Interior ministry spokesman says all "unnecessary" requirements have been dropped, new rules aim to "facilitate" applicants. Updated 15 Feb, 2021 10:18pm

Islamabad police resort to shelling amid govt employees' protest for pay rise

Several employees were arrested and those stuck in the Secretariat Block broke the door to escape. Updated 11 Feb, 2021 07:04am

Four killed in Islamabad as Kashmala Tariq's Lexus crashes into Mehran

FIR claims driver of the Lexus is son of the federal ombudswoman; Tariq denies the claim. Updated 03 Feb, 2021 03:26am

Imran received funding from India and Israel, alleges Maryam at PDM protest outside ECP

Opposition protests delay in foreign funding case against PTI; ECP says "fully aware of its constitutional responsibilities". Updated 20 Jan, 2021 09:13am

5 policemen arrested for gunning down Islamabad youth

Victim's father says police shot at son's car 17 times over verbal altercation previous day; police say mistook car for robber's. Updated 02 Jan, 2021 08:14pm

FIA arrests man accused of obtaining, distributing child pornography on social media

The person shared the content through his Facebook profile and several WhatsApp groups. Published 29 Dec, 2020 07:22pm

PDM leaders vow to hold Lahore rally despite govt warnings

"The jalsa will happen at any cost," says PML-N's Rana Sanaullah. Updated 08 Dec, 2020 08:55am

Faisal Mosque's inner hall sealed over violation of SOPs during Friday prayers

Congregational prayers will continue in the mosque's courtyard. Published 06 Dec, 2020 06:33pm

Islamabad police fire tear gas as protesters breach blockades outside Red Zone

Protesters hurl stones at police during demonstration against blasphemous sketches, gather at Aabpara Chowk for the night. Updated 30 Oct, 2020 10:24pm

Pakistanis take to the streets to demand justice and structural reform after motorway gang-rape

Protests taking place in Islamabad, Lahore, Karachi and other cities; protesters call for removal of Lahore CCPO. Updated 12 Sep, 2020 09:10pm

Govt notifies 3-day holiday for Eidul Azha

According to a notification issued by the interior ministry, July 31 (Friday) to August 2 (Sunday) will be public holidays. Published 23 Jul, 2020 07:59pm

Journalist Matiullah Jan released 12 hours after being abducted from Islamabad

Jan was released by unidentified persons in a deserted area in Fateh Jang, family sources say. Updated 22 Jul, 2020 08:35am

Two policemen shot dead in Islamabad

Police says investigation into the killings underway, promises to bring perpetrators to account soon. Updated 27 May, 2020 05:14pm

Man self-immolates outside PM Secretariat in Islamabad

Islamabad deputy commissioner says the man was "mentally disturbed" and had been declared absconder in a police case. Updated 04 Apr, 2020 12:12am