Pakistan Security & Political Review - July 2018

PAKISTAN Monthly Security Review July, 2018

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OVER VIEW – JULY 2018 In the month, as many as 18 terrorist attacks took place in Pakistan, which claimed the lives of 239 people, and wounded 369 others.

These attacks also included Three (03) suicide blasts, which took place in Peshawar, Mastung and Quetta.

Those killed in terrorist attacks in July included 216 civilians, 14 LEA personals, and 09 terrorist. Highest number of terrorist attacks and consequent casualties for any one region of Pakistan was reported from Balochistan.

FATALITIES IN TERRORIST ATTACKS Civilians

Security Force Personnel

Terrorists/Insurgents

Total

216

14

09

239

LIST OF MAJOR TERRORIST INCIDENTS IN JULY 2018 Total incidents: 18 Date

July 2

Type

Ambush

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Location

Mashkai, Balochistan

Details

Dead

Injured

Suspected insurgents ambushed and killed six paramilitary soldiers in the Mashkai Tehsil in the district of Awaran in the southern Pakistani province of Balochistan.Two soldiers were also injured in the incident.

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July 2

July 2

July 2

July 3

July 7

Type

Shooting

Rocket Attack

Land Mine Explosion

Bombing

Bombing

Location

Details

Dead

Injured

North Waziristan

Two personnel of the Khasadar force were killed and another and a government official injured after their vehicle was attacked by terrorists in North Waziristan in northwest Pakistan.

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2

Awaran, Balochistan

As many as six security personnel were martyred and two others were injured on Monday as a result of a rocket attack by unidentified armed men in Awaran district.

According to the media reports, while a bomb disposal team was searching the Kure area located 30 kilometres from Tehsil Mashkay area of Awaran, some unidentified armed men launched a rocket from the nearby mountains that landed and exploded.

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2

Toba Nokani (Dera Bugti)

At least two people were killed and five others injured when a vehicle struck a landmine.

Levies sources said that a vehicle hit a landmine planted by unknown miscreants in Toba Nokani area of Dera Bugti.

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5

Dera Bugti, Balochistan

A bomb detonated by remote control killed three workers doing a survey for a local oil exploration company near the town of Dera Bugti in the Pakistani province of Balochistan.

Six others were injured in the incident.

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6

Bannu, KPK

Eight people, including a Muttahida Majlis-eAmal candidate for the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Assembly constituency PK-89, were injured in a roadside bomb blast in Bannu in northern Pakistan.

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8

22 (+1)

75

0

2

July 10

Suicide bombing

Peshawar

A suicide bombing at an election rally in the north western Pakistani city of Peshawar killed at least 22 people, including prominent local politician Haroon Bilour. The attack at a campaign event organised by the Awami National Party also injured at least 75 people.

July 12

Bomb Blast

Khuzdar

At least two people were injured in a blast near the election office of Baluchistan Awami Party (BAP) in Khuzdar.

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July 13

July 13

July 13

July 16

July 16

July 20

July 22

Type

Bombing

Suicide bombing

Suicide

Shooting

Shooting

Shooting

Suicide bombing

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Location

Details

Dead

Injured

Bannu, KPK

At least five people were killed and 37 others injured when explosives fitted to a motorbike detonated at an election rally in Bannu in the Pakistani province of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa.

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0

Mastung, Balochistan

At least 149 people, including the Balochistan Awami Party candidate Nawabzada Siraj Raisani, were killed and 186 others injured when a suicide bomber detonated his explosives in Mastung in the Pakistani province of Balochistan.

149(+1)

200

Karachi

A suspected Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) terrorist lost his life after jumping from the roof of his hideout during a Rangers raid in Karachi’s Gulshan-e-Maymar area Karachi.

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0

Chaman, Balochistan

Awami National Party (ANP) leader Daud Khan Achakzai narrowly escaped death on Monday morning when armed men shot and injured him in Chaman. The former senator received two gunshot wounds on his right arm when four unidentified men opened fire at him at a guesthouse he was staying in the Qila Abdullah area. The attackers fled the crime scene leaving the leader injured.

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1

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1

0

3 (+1)

3

Awaran, Balochistan

Kalat, Balochistan

Kulachi, (D.I.Khan)

Security forces on Monday conducted intelligence-based operations (IBO) in Ghazi Mountains astride Sibi – Kohlu Road and Awaran, Balochistan and killed four terrorists.

Security forces have killed the mastermind of the Mastung suicide bombing — which claimed 149 lives, including that of Balochistan Awami Party leader Nawabzada Siraj Raisani — in an operation in the hilly area of Kalat district.

A suicide bombing in Kulachi in the Dera Ismail Khan district (KPK) killed PTI candidate Ikramullah Gandapur , running for a seat in the provincial assembly, his driver and a guard and injured three other people.

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July 22

July 22

July 25

Type

Shooting

Hand Grenade Attack

Suicide bombing

Location

Details

Dead

Injured

Bannu, KPK

Leader of Jamiat Ulema-e-Islam Fazl (JUI-F) and former Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KPK) minister, Akram Khan Durrani, on Sunday barely escaped an attack on his life in Bannu less than 10 days after he survived a similar attempt. The JUI-F leader, who is also a Muttahida Majlis-e-Amal (MMA) candidate for NA-35, was on his way to address a political convention when he was attacked in the Basia Kheil area of Bannu when shots were fired at his vehicle by unidentified suspects, who escaped after the attack.

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0

Dalbandin, Balochistan

20 people were injured in a blast that took place at an electoral office of the Balochistan Awami Party (BAP) here on Sunday.

According to the police, the blast resulted in a hand grenade attack. However, no one has claimed the responsibility for the explosion.

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20

At least 31 people, including five policemen and two children, were killed and 40 others wounded after a suicide bomber blew himself up outside a polling station in the city of Quetta

31 (+1)

40

239

369

Quetta, Balochistan

TOTAL

SUICIDE ATTACKS

S.N. Date

1

July 10

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Place / District Incidents

Peshawar

A suicide bombing at an election rally in the north western Pakistani city of Peshawar killed at least 22 people, including prominent local politician Haroon Bilour. The attack at a campaign event organised by the Awami National Party also injured at least 75 people.

killed

Injured

22 (+1)

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3

4

July 13

July 22

July 25

Mastung

A suicide bomber targeting a political rally of the Balochistan Awami Party (BAP) on Friday killed at least 150 people and injured over 200, the deadliest in a string of attacks on electioneering that have heightened security fears ahead of the elections.

149(+1)

200

Kulachi, (D.I.Khan)

A suicide bombing in Kulachi in the Dera Ismail Khan district (KPK) killed PTI candidate Ikramullah Gandapur , running for a seat in the provincial assembly, his driver and a guard and injured three other people.

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3

Quetta,

At least 31 people, including five policemen and two children, were killed and 40 others wounded after a suicide bomber blew himself up outside a polling station in the city of Quetta.

31(+1)

40

205

315

TOTAL

SECTARIAN VIOLENCE

S.No

Date

Place / District

Incidents

killed

Injured

0

0

NIL TOTAL

BOMB BLASTS S/N

Date

1

July 3

2

Place

Killed

Injured

Dera Bugti, Balochistan

3

6

July 7

Bannu, KPK

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24

3

July 12

Khuzdar

5

0

4

July 13

Bannu, KPK

0

2

08

32

TOTAL

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DRONE ATTACKS S.N.

Date

Place / District

Incidents

killed

Injured

NIL

MAJOR POLITICAL & SECURITY EVENTS - JULY 2018

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July 1

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Amnesty scheme exposes hidden assets Federal govt withholds decision to remove NBP president Cabinet grants 3-month extension in stay to Afghan refugees Caretaker govt increases petrol, diesel prices Enforced disappearance is a heinous offence, says IHC Lyari people welcome Bilawal with stones Ali Wazir, Mohsin Dawar among seven PTM leaders expelled for contesting polls Pakistan hands over list of 471 Indian prisoners to Indian high commission Railways plans to upgrade, renovate another 30 railway stations Woman allegedly kidnapped, gang-raped at gunpoint in Faisalabad Sindh Rangers round up 70 suspects in several raids

July 2

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US Embassy opens new building in Islamabad Petrol filling stations charging higher than govt mandated prices Fire erupts at Lahore Expo Centre Two arrested for ‘torturing’ child who tore PTI poster 20,700 polling stations declared ‘sensitive’ Wheel jam, sit-in announced against petroleum prices Biggest airplane to land at Islamabad airport on July 8 Electricity shortfall exceeds 6000MW ECP bars 14 political parties from contesting polls BHC upholds disqualification of PPP candidate Ali Madad Jatak 10% adhoc relief allowance given to govt employees

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COAS, Alice Wells reaffirm commitment towards peace in region At least six security personnel martyred in rocket attack in Awaran As many as six security personnel were martyred and two others were injured on

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Monday Two Khasadar officials killed, muharrar injured in North Waziristan At least two people were killed and five others injured when a vehicle struck a landmine here on Tuesday. Levies sources said that a vehicle hit a landmine planted by unknown miscreants in Toba Nokani area of Dera Bugti Section 144 limits electioneering in South Waziristan IHC gives four weeks’ time to MoD to remove encroachments from Aapara Chowk FIA nabs prime suspect of child pornography racket Six high-profile political figures face terror threats Launching ceremony of BP Tug for Pakistan Navy held 1.77mn registered Hindu voters to elect lawmakers in upcoming polls SC orders arrest of Habib Warraich in NICL case ECP fixes July 5 for postal ballot applications

July 4

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US drone strikes kill two terrorists in Afghanistan, NWA No election candidate to be arrested until July 25 polls, NAB decides 106 political parties in fray for 849 seats in general elections: ECP ECP summons NACTA chief to assess threats to politicians LHC hears appeal against Khaqan Abbasi’s disqualification from NA-57 Afghan envoy discusses peace with army chief SC directs FIA to bust groups involved in women trafficking Deployment of army to complement efforts for peaceful polls: PM Federal, KP govts agree to conduct overall rehabilitation of tribal areas Protesters besiege Bilawal’s camp ahead of his arrival ISI is not above the law, says top judge

July 5

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Pakistan’s ‘most powerful’ bureaucrat Fawad Hasan Fawad held for mega corruption SC orders NADRA to issue CNICs to transgender persons within 15 days No tax deduction on mobile top-up till SC says so Faisalabad student accuses professor of sexual harassment Axact CEO thrown in jail for peddling degrees Killing, arrests, torture by Indian forces in IOK matter of concern: FO Quetta ATC acquits 15 accused in multiple bombings case Indian envoy hopes for improvement in ties post-elections PHC stops execution of ‘missing person’ convicted by military court Pakistan asks US to provide $2 billion under committed Kerry-Lugar fund Diamer Basha, Mohmand dams account opened: CJP deposits Rs1m donation Pakistan Navy signs contract for acquisition of four war ships with Turkey Substandard stents case: SC summons DRAP chairman, finance secretary US warns travellers against drug-resistant typhoid fever in Pakistan

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Nawaz Sharif sentenced to 10 years, Maryam to 7 years in Avenfield case NSC reiterates commitment to fight terror financing Tribal chiefs to face tough contest in Dera Ghazi Khan District SHC maintains disqualification of Nisar Khuhro Foreign firm seeking volume 10 enters plea in SC IHC orders Zulfi Bukhari’s name to be dropped from blacklist CJP allows ISI to present security plan for HQs in two months Highest number of ‘honour killing’ cases surface in Faisalabad

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11 dead, several injured in multi-vehicle crash near Nawabshah Renowned banker Hussain Lawai in FIA custody for money laundering Three injured as Russian diplomat’s car hits motorcycle Evacuation of illegally occupied houses ordered

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Army assures ECP of all help during elections. ECP chief has been assured that armed forces would cooperate in creating conducive atmosphere for elections.

Gunmen killed two motorcyclists and fled with their bikes on Saturday in Lakki Machan Khel Appointment of Justice Isa as BHC chief was legal. CJP observes that requirements of Article 193 were fulfilled in Faez Isa’s selection Safdar likely to seek pre-arrest bail tomorrow, says aide. Former premier's son-inlaw has reportedly gone underground.

In a first, Navy inducts 32 religious, motivation officers. According to a statement, 32 religious and RMOs had been commissioned as part of the SSC course.

The government has reduced prices of petroleum products from Rs3 to Rs6 per litre after a late-night. Prices of petroleum products cut on SC order

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Saudi Arabia to host int’l conference on Afghanistan PTM ends talks with the government MMA candidate holds PTI leader responsible for Bannu blast Pak-Afghan border trade suffers another blow Maryam says reaching Pakistan on Friday Army to extend all support to ECP during elections Caretakers cut POL prices by Rs 6 Over 39,000 cases pending in SC, full court informed NAB to take action against providers of shelter to Capt (R) Safdar Second monsoon spell likely from Tuesday

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Elections roundup: MMA in shambles and manifestos out at last ECP disqualifies PTI candidate for using COAS, CJ’s pictures on his posters What are the promises Pakistan’s three biggest parties are making to the electorate?

Senate body told about life threats to country’s top political leadership NAB summons Musharraf, his wife in multi-billion rupee corruption scam APNS condemns threats to newspaper vendor Axact degree case: IHC to hear case on day-to-day basis from Tuesday Pakistan witnesses 51 per cent decline in violence-related fatalities Security forces seize cache of weapons in Waziristan Nawaz Sharif’s mother to receive him at Lahore airport before NAB arrest CJP orders closure of Gun and Country Club

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ANP’s Haroon Bilour, 14 others martyred in Peshawar suicide blast ‘85,307 polling stations to be set up across the country’ DROs, POs to administer oath of impartiality to security staff LHC bench excuses to hear pleas against acceptance of ASWJ chief nomination papers NGOs working beyond agenda to face tough law Interpol approached to bring Hassan, Hussain Nawaz back Ishaq Dar seeks political asylum in UK: report 3 children dead, 19 injured in coastal highway accident

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Govt receives tax amount of Rs36bn on whitening of foreign assets and Rs61bn on domestic assets. 55,000 people avail amnesty scheme GDA causes a ripple in Sindh, but unlikely to make waves PPP won’t go with undemocratic forces: Zardari Ten die in attack on govt office in Jalalabad “Now action will be taken from top to bottom without regard to the corrupt officials’ status,” Iqbal says. NAB chief hints at action against two former CMs Apex body to discuss candidates’ security today: minister LHC wants decision on case against Hanif Abbasi by 21st Govt to beef up security across country SC closes contempt proceedings against Tallal, fixes no ruling date

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Apex court reserves ruling on appointment of Ataul Haq Qasmi as PTV chairman.

PM, Bajwa visit Bilours, offer condolences over Haroon’s killing ANP, Hazara party agree on seat adjustment in Quetta NAB summons Imran in govt chopper case Reham’s tell-all autobiography released, finally FC solving Balochistan problems: IG Homeward bound Sharifs set to be jailed SC puts on hold FIA probe against Zardari, Faryal till polls Army to have no role in poll results transmission: ECP

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128 perish as savage attack on Mastung rally stuns nation. BAP candidate Siraj Raisani among Mastung suicide bombing victims; Akram Durrani escapes unhurt in attack on convoy.

Land-based communication link with China opened. PM Nasirul Mulk inaugurates the Pak-China Optical Fibre Cable project.

Former premier Nawaz Sharif and his daughter Maryam Nawaz were arrested just after their flight landed at Allama Iqbal International Airport, flown to the Islamabad airport on a private plane before being shifted to Adiala jail in a convoy of security vehicles late Friday night.

Turkey to sell Pakistan 30 attack helicopters. Turkey’s deal with Pakistan to sell 30 Turkish T129 attack helicopters is worth around $1.5 billion The Gilgit-Baltistan Supreme Appellate Court on Friday struck down the GB Order 2018 and restored the GB Empowerment and Self-Governance Order, 2009.

PPP alleges CAA discrimination against Bilawal ,says its party chairman was not allowed to use Lahore airport but the PTI chief was allowed.

Abbasi gets go-ahead to contest from home constituency. An unhappy bench says the petitioner was interfering in something he was not supposed to.

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Family meets Nawaz, Maryam at Adiala jail. Shahbaz fumes at Sharifs’ trial in prison, terms FIRs against PML-N workers pre-poll rigging.

SC orders three-year audit of PSO pricing system. The apex court approves the terms of reference for conducting the audit by AGP, KPMG International.

Leaders of all major parties under threat, Nacta tells ECP. Election commission says poll process will continue.

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July 16

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Security beefed up in Peshawar ahead of elections 2 killed, 3 injured in firing incidents Anti-state elements want to halt elections: Barrister Ali Zafar Chinese President Xi sends condolences to Pakistani counterpart over terror attack Banners of PTI, PML-N burnt in Lahore JKLF chief Yasin Malik arrested again CTD arrests terrorist with Rs0.5m head bounty in Peshawar Father, teenage daughter drown in Pakpattan One dead, eight injured as ride derails at amusement park Rangers get 90 more days to police Sindh Carrying, displaying arms at public places banned till July 26 in Sindh

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State institutions cannot determine Pak-Afghan ties: ambassador No espionage in Pakistan-based optical fiber project: Chinese experts Rupee plunges to record low of Rs128 against greenback Shots fired at residence of PML-N’s Sheikh Aftab Ephedrine quota case: court adjourns hearing till July 17 Two more terrorists of Feb 2012 carnage on KKH nabbed Security forces kill 4 terrorists, apprehend 3 suspects ANP leader Daud Khan escapes assassination bid in Chaman 9 firms asked to recall ‘contaminated medicines’ for treating blood pressure by Drap: report Sharifs challenge graft convictions in high court

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US terror-watch-list suspect to endorse PTI in elections AJK govt limits Pakistan’s role in its affairs through interim constitution act amendments Cabinet meeting to discuss holding Sharifs’ trial in court tomorrow PPP’s candidate for Lahore’s NA-124 joins PTI As many as 11 abducted farmers recovered from Rahim Yar Khan Passengers left stranded as CAA DG takes plane for ride

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FBR receives detail of Dubai properties owned by Pakistanis Zardari, Faryal Talpur removed from ECL Overseas Pakistanis won’t be able to vote in elections Ephedrine case: LHC rejects review petition of Hanif Abbasi Authorities may shift Nawaz, Maryam to Sihala rest house: report Senate body to discuss security arrangements tomorrow: Rehman Malik Fire at MCI weekly bazaar engulfs around 500 stalls

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seeks restoration of the status of Karachi as ‘fully autonomous metropolitan corporation’ Five held in Rs63bn oil firms’ scam. NAB to produce two former PSO officials before accountability court tomorrow Siraj, other victims of Mastung attack buried amid touching scenes. Gen Bajwa attends BAP leader’s funeral prayers; national mourning day today Sharifs’ appeals may be filed in IHC tomorrow. Lawyers meet ousted prime minister in Adiala jail.

Red warrants for Ishaq Dar issued, apex court told. The attorney general tells the court that the cancellation of Dar’s passport will be used as an alternative option.

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Nine injured in scuffle between PML-N, PTI workers

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‘Notorious militant’ Shafiq Mengal aspiring to be MNA Mastung bomber identified, Peshawar blast suspect arrested KPK govt notifies new divisions following FATA merger Another fake NGO loots millions from Gilgit Baltistan’s women ‘Free Balochistan’ office opening shows India’s hegemonic designs: FO Govt releases Rs9 billion to ECP for elections security CPEC is common agenda of all political parties in Pakistan: Chinese media ISPR warns public against fake threats circulating on social media Pakistan faces threat of travel ban, global isolation: report FATF expresses concerns over terror financing via mobile wallets Rain-thundershower likely at isolated places, hot humid weather to grip other parts

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Tax amnesty scheme begins to lose appeal Rao Anwar set to be released after getting bail Imran says he’ll build Bhasha dam if voted to power Mastermind of Mastung carnage killed in Kalat Rigging bid to have serious consequences for Pakistan: senators PML-N legislators accuse caretakers, ECP of favouring a particular party The first 1,500-tonne Pakistan Maritime Security Ship PMSS ‘Kashmir’ commissioned in China Hanif’s plea against hearing ephedrine case on a daily basis rejected NAB launches probe against PML-N’s Anjum Aqeel in second corruption case Rabbani slams imposition of Essential Services Act on PIA

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Army requisitioned to help ECP hold free, fair polls: ISPR No pressure from any quarter, says ECP secretary BC News claims the meetings took place at undisclosed locations in Afghanistan, Qatar and the United Arab Emirates Jail authorities turn down PML-N leader’s Maryam’s request to allow her to teach inmates.

‘Thirst for revenge’ spurs PML-N, PTI’s angry lot to fight as independents Imran pledges new local govt system if voted to power 31-member team of mountaineers summit K2. This is the first summit of K2 this summer.

July 22

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ECP curtails magisterial powers of army personnel at polling stations PTI’s Ikramullah Gandapur martyred in DI Khan attack JUI-F’s Akram Durrani escapes unhurt in Bannu ambush Security forces kill terrorist in Bannu, recover mobile phone Indian forces martyr three in held Kashmir Pak-Afghan peace initiative discusses security issues in inaugural session Security provided to all political leaders: Azam Khan ECP postpones polls in NA-60 after Hanif Abbasi’s disqualification Medium flood likely in river Chenab: FFC Hardline Islamists push religion to centre of Pakistan election

July 23

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Faryal Talpur gets six-day protective bail in FIA case Attempts being made to defame judiciary: CJP Nawaz declines to be shifted to hospital IHC dismisses Imran’s plea against ECP over conduct violations LHC rejects Sheikh Rashid’s plea against NA-60 poll delay

July 24

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ECP allows three candidates on UN watch list to contest polls SC upholds ECP decision to stay elections in NA-60 Three doctors to monitor Nawaz’s health round the clock SECP, Nacta to combat terror funding Ordinance enforced to address FATF concerns lapses PPP opposes magisterial powers to army Chaman border to remain closed today Pemra directs TV channels to stop airing election-related content

July 25

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More than 105 million voters are set to elect their representatives for next 5 years.

ECP issues notice to Imran for violating secrecy of ballot EU mission terms election satisfactory, calls it better than 2013 Twitter flooded with voters’ selfies and experiences Polling in Balochistan remains largely peaceful PTI leading on majority of seats in KPK PTI delivers knockout punch; six major parties cry foul Conservative areas see women vote for first time 31 die in suicide bombing outside Quetta polling station

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PTI got majority in NA. Imran vows to make ‘new Pakistan’ dream a reality Women stamp their authority on electoral exercise. PPP female leaders grab maximum number of seats Heavyweights fall in Balochistan as PTI makes inroads PPP doesn’t reject results outright, but questions electoral process PML-N decides against boycotting parliament

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Imran starts preparations for formation of govt at Centre ISI asks IHC to expunge Justice Siddiqui’s remarks from order Details of expenses incurred on houses of judges sought NAB summons Shahbaz, Chaudhry brothers UN chief praises Pakistanis’ ‘commitment to democracy’ Ordinance on ECP benches promulgated Foreign observers find no meddling by troops in polling PPP unhappy with outcome, but decides against boycotting parliament

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NAB deposits Rs2200m in national exchequer Former Sindh governor Muhammad Zubair on Sunday said that his resignation from the office did not imply he had quit politics Ashraf Ghani invites Imran Khan to visit Afghanistan Ailing Nawaz shifted to PIMS, Imran prays for recovery CJP orders to recover salary amount from Punjab companies’ CEOs in 10 days PTI’s Nadeem Bara who ‘assaulted’ police officers surrenders

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PML-N decides to take oath despite serious reservations Special court likely to resume treason case against Musharraf next week As many as 356 micro hydel power stations to be constructed in KP: report Pakistan to participate in Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) joint military drill The Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) on Sunday shortlisted names for the post of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) chief minister. Atif Khan, Mohammad Ishtiaq Urmar and Shaukat Yousafzai have been nominated by the party ECP announces to make every single Form-45 public The Balochistan Awami Party (BAP) on Sunday said it had not yet finalised its candidate for chief minister slot. Former Balochistan chief minister Mir Abdul Quddus Bizenjo Won’t become part of PTI-led govt, says MQM’s Faisal Subzwari PML-N, PPP decide to join assemblies CJP stresses awareness, legislation essential to control ‘population bomb’ Apex court dismisses appeal seeking restoration of 29 ‘fake’ bank accounts PML-N strives hard to convince independents after PML-Q refuses support to form Govt in Punjab PTI will get required seats to form Punjab govt, says Fawad Ch Will take oath as PM on Aug 11: Imran Khan BAP announces to reveal name of next CM in three days: report NAB court adjourns Nawaz’s corruption references till August 1 The Supreme Judicial Council (SJC) will take up the reference against a judge of the Islamabad High Court (IHC), Justice Shaukat Aziz Siddiqui.

PTI has broken dynastic hold on Pakistan’s politics: US media Justice Siddiqui removed from bench hearing IK disqualification case An estimated 3.19 million Pakistanis are estimated to be trapped in slavery, the third highest number in the world, a local media outlet reported on Monday The Judicial Commission of Pakistan (JCP) unanimously approved the appointment of Justice Syeda Tahira Safdar as the chief justice of the Balochistan High Court (BHC) No grouping in PTI over KP CM post: Pervez Khattak IHC to hear Sharifs’ pleas against Avenfield verdict today Tareen-led PTI delegation invites MQM to join fed govt Fresh wet spell likely to start by August 6: NDMA Elections process completed successfully across country: ECP spokesman Security deposits of Pakistan People’s Party Parliamentarian (PPPP), Mutihda Majlise-Amal (MMA) and Tehreek-e-Labaik Pakistan (TLP) candidates have been forfeited on five National Assembly (NA) seats of the district out of seven.

Patients suffer as PIMS ‘sealed’ for Nawaz’s security ANP to support BNP-M in Balochistan After widespread accusations of becoming a hub money laundering, the UK government is ready to introduce legislation to force offshore companies holding UK properties to reveal the true or “beneficial” owners.,

Source: Compiled from news reports and are provisional

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WEEKLY CRIME DATA Column1

Vehicles Theft 71

Street Crimes 186

1st Week

Robberies 691

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Kidnaping 0

Bank Robbery 0

Kidnaping 1

Bank Robbery 0

Kidnaping 0

Bank Robbery 0

Kidnaping 0

Bank Robbery 0

Kidnaping 1

Bank Robbery 0

2nd Week

Vehicles Theft 70

Street Crimes 122

Robberies 542 3rd Week

Vehicles Theft 65

Street Crimes 89

Robberies 489 4th Week

Vehicles Theft 73

Street Crimes 111

Robberies 572 JULY 2018

Vehicles Theft 279

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Robberies 2294

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Street Crimes

Robberies

Kidnaping

Bank Robbery

279

508

2294

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