Day: September 24, 2026

Islamabad:Minister of State for Interior Talal Chaudhry has stated that the KP Police Act, 2026, passed by the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa cabinet, violates the Constitution of Pakistan and the rules of the Police Service of Pakistan.

According to Radio Pakistan, Chaudhry addressed a news conference in Islamabad, where he expressed concerns that the proposed law, which is set to be presented to the provincial assembly, would disrupt the command structure of the police force.

Chaudhry criticized the PTI founding chairman, who previously advocated for depoliticizing institutions, for now supporting a law that he believes would politicize the police department in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. He emphasized that provinces do not have unlimited legislative authority and cannot alter the rules governing the Police Service of Pakistan.

He also lamented that the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa government failed to invest in modern equipment for the police force. In response to a question regarding the PTI’s call for a long march, Chaudhry assured that all routes to the federal capital remain open, but emphasized that the Islamabad High Court’s decision will be fully enforced to ensure the protection of people’s lives and property.

Muzaffarabad:The newly elected President of Azad Jammu and Kashmir, Dr. Muhammad Najeeb Naqi, took the oath of office today.

According to Radio Pakistan, the oath was administered by Chief Justice of Azad Jammu and Kashmir, Justice Raja Saeed Akram Khan.

Following the ceremony, a police contingent presented a guard of honour to the President.

Islamabad:Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi has instructed the relevant authorities to expedite the completion of all pending tasks related to the Islamabad Model Jail project.

According to Radio Pakistan, Naqvi issued these directives during a significant meeting in Islamabad, where he reviewed the progress of the jail project. He stressed the importance of finalizing all construction, administrative, and necessary preparations before the scheduled inauguration next month.

Participants in the meeting received updates on the status of remaining tasks and measures being taken to ensure the project’s completion. Minister of State for Interior Talal Chaudhry assured the meeting that he is personally overseeing the process and that all involved institutions are collaborating to meet the project’s timeline.

Notable attendees included the Director General FIA, the Federal Prosecutor General, Inspector General Islamabad Police, Director General NCCIA, and other relevant officials.

In related developments, Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi has also ordered the immediate removal of all encroachments in Islamabad, emphasizing a zero-tolerance policy toward such activities in the federal capital. During his visit to various parts of the city, he assessed cleanliness, civic facilities, and beautification efforts, inspecting schools, hotels, and public areas. Naqvi directed the launch of a comprehensive beautification plan for roads and green belts, coupled with large-scale planting at vacant sites.

Islamabad: Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif has approved the new curriculum for schools and directed inclusion of artificial intelligence in the curriculum from Classes One to Twelve.

According to Radio Pakistan, Chairing a meeting in Lahore today, she called for establishing AI labs and strengthening primary education to improve students’ educational foundations and digital literacy.

The meeting was given a detailed briefing on the Punjab Education Curriculum, Training and Assessment Authority.