Stories by Irfanul Haq

Lack of access keeps visitors away from Khanpur’s White Mosque

Archaeology dept restored the monument to its original shape in 2023 Published 15 Apr, 2026 07:54am

Mercury fluctuation worries mango farmers

RAHIM YAR KHAN: Temperature fluctuations during flowering season may affect mango crop in south Punjab, apprehend... Published 04 Apr, 2026 05:54am

RYK roof collapse incident: BISP head says banks responsible for cash disbursement

Says action to be taken against the respective bank; inquiry panel recommends compensation Published 18 Mar, 2026 07:04am

Seven women die, over 75 injured in roof collapse at BISP payment point

RAHIM YAR KHAN: At least Seven women were killed and more than 75 injured during a roof collapse when hundreds of... Published 17 Mar, 2026 07:29am

At least 7 dead in roof collapse at Rahim Yar Khan shop

President Zardari expresses grief; compensation announced for BISP beneficiaries who lost lives, got injured in incident. Updated 16 Mar, 2026 10:47pm

Sugarcane trolleys a nuisance for road users

RAHIM YAR KHAN: After an announcement of closure of crushing season during the current month by sugar mills along ... Published 08 Mar, 2026 07:08am

Videos show students ‘doing physical labour’ at school

RAHIM YAR KHAN: Some video clips surfacing on social media showing students of a government school in the district,... Published 23 Feb, 2026 07:00am

Another 25 Katcha dacoits lay down arms in Punjab

Rajanpur DPO Muhammad Imran says ringleaders from various criminal gangs among those who have surrendered. Updated 21 Jan, 2026 08:48am

Joint katcha operation launched using drones, APCs

Around 1,700 personnel deployed as Punjab and Sindh police, Rangers pursue riverine bandits. Published 19 Jan, 2026 06:22am

Rare ‘fetus in fetu’ surgery at SZMCH

RAHIM YAR KHAN: A 5-year-old child underwent a ‘successful’ surgery to remove partially-formed fetus from his... Published 15 Jan, 2026 06:57am

Illegal shed collapse: 5 injured during Pera demolition operation in Rahim Yar Khan

The injured "denied treatment, MLCs" by SZMCH doctors. Updated 15 Jan, 2026 09:27am

‘Corrupt’ education officials continue to perform duties

RAHIM YAR KHAN: All three officials of the District Education Authority (DEA) booked by the Anti-Corruption... Published 14 Nov, 2025 08:01am

Punjab runs night convoys on M-5 motorway after Katcha kidnappings

Two armoured vehicles lead each convoy through high-risk stretch. Updated 23 Oct, 2025 07:56am

Flawed structure delays model bazaar project

RAHIM YAR KHAN: The model bazaar project in Liaqatpur city is facing a delay due to negligence and carelessness of... Published 21 Oct, 2025 06:58am

Rare pictures stolen from library six years ago yet to be recovered

RAHIM YAR KHAN: Efforts are being made to bring back a collection of 135 rare photographs of the Pakistan Movement... Published 11 Oct, 2025 05:11am

All 11 M-5 passengers safely recovered from Katcha dacoits

Incident happened after police operation near Punjab-Sindh border and Indhar gang threatened retribution. Updated 20 Sep, 2025 02:06pm

Bandits kidnap 10 after motorway ambush

RAHIM YAR KHAN: Outlaws from the riverine areas kidnapped 10 people from different vehicles on the Sukkur-Multan... Published 05 Sep, 2025 06:24am

Choked Benazir Bridge over Indus risks flooding in RY Khan

Nine bays of the bridge found to be choked; No action taken on earlier warning of the danger Published 29 Aug, 2025 07:36am

Property registry banned in 24 illegal schemes

RAHIM YAR KHAN: The revenue department has imposed an immediate ban on the registry and transfer of property in 24... Published 28 Aug, 2025 05:01am

6 killed, 2 injured as bus collides with rescue vehicle in Punjab’s Rahim Yar Khan

Injured taken to Sheikh Zayed Medical College Hospital for treatment; emergency services secretary summons immediate report of the accident. Published 21 Aug, 2025 08:02pm