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Report reveals 41 ghost employees in Islamabad police

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A report has uncovered 41 ghost employees in the legal branch of Islamabad police, including constables and sub-inspectors who drew salaries without reporting to work. Initial investigations suggest their involvement in corrupt practices, leading to a show-cause notice issued to the DSP Legal Branch. Earlier, Islamabad police banned off-duty officers from wearing uniforms for security reasons.
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16 police encounters reported in Karachi

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Sindh police reported 16 encounters in Karachi, resulting in the arrest of 18 robbers and 949 suspects. Illegal weapons, drugs, stolen vehicles, and a most wanted terror suspect linked to BLA were also apprehended. The suspect was involved in providing information for attacks on security forces and military installations.
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Businessman accused ‘Sindh police’ of robbery worth millions in Karachi

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A Karachi businessman accused Sindh police of raiding his house in Sohrab Goth and robbing gold and money worth millions of rupees. The local police claim the raid was carried out without coordination, and an investigation is underway. Separately, CCTV footage shows an alleged policeman robbing a bakery in Karachi.
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Rising street crimes: Govt decides to replace Karachi police chief

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The Sindh government plans to replace Karachi's police chief due to a surge in street crimes, only 15 days after his appointment. There has been a notable increase in street crimes, with 23 people killed during robberies and numerous incidents of mobile phones and vehicles being snatched. The government is taking steps to address the issue.
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Karachi woman killed as police, robbers exchange fire

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A woman was killed during a police and robbers' shootout in Orangi Town, Karachi. The police responded to a robbery report, resulting in an exchange of fire. The woman, a passerby, was shot and later succumbed to her injuries. There has been a significant number of citizens killed in 2024 over resistance to robberies.
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Karachi ex-cop killed by sons over inheritance dispute: police

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Karachi police arrested a man suspected of killing his ex-cop father, Saleem Ansari, over an inheritance dispute. Ansari was found dead under mysterious circumstances in his home. The apprehended son confessed to choking his father to death and setting the body on fire. Another son, a serving police officer, is still at large. An investigation is ongoing.
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Karachi: Trader bumps into police officer; gets killed on spot

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A Karachi businessman, Abbas, was fatally shot after a minor dispute with a police officer, Mustafa, outside a mosque in Golimar. The altercation resulted in Abbas's death and injuries to two others. The main accused and five others involved in the shooting were arrested by the police, and a pistol was recovered from the suspect.
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Major reshuffle in Sindh police, bureaucracy on the cards

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The Sindh government plans a major reshuffle in the police department and civil administration. Ghulam Nabi Memon is recommended for the Inspector-General of Police (IGP) post, with Asif Haider Shah named for the Sindh Chief Secretary role. Chief Minister Shah expressed dissatisfaction with the law and order situation and aims for significant changes.
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Islamabad police register FIR against PTI leaders

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Islamabad police filed FIR against PTI leaders including Sher Afzal Marwat, for allegedly blocking roads during protests. PTI's Salman Akram Raja and Sardar Latif Khosa were arrested during nationwide protests against the alleged election rigging. Station House Officer Cantt arrested PTI-backed provincial assembly member Hafiz Farhat Abbas during the protest.
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Indian police fire tear gas as protesting farmers march to capital

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Indian farmers, demanding minimum crop prices, were fired upon by Indian security forces as they attempted to march on the capital, New Delhi. Police have set up blockades and banned public gatherings of more than five people. These protests come ahead of national elections, showing the political power of the country's farming population.