Pakistan Police News & Discussions

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COAS stresses modern policing, public trust​

Calls for inter-agency cooperation, people-centric law enforcement

Our Correspondent
January 21, 2026

RAWALPINDI: Chief of Army Staff (COAS) and Chief of Defence Forces (CDF) Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir on Tuesday underscored the importance of inter-agency cooperation, modern policing practices and fostering public trust in law-enforcement personnel.

During a visit to the National Police Academy (NPA) in Islamabad, Field Marshal Asim emphasised that a strong, professional and people-centric police force is indispensable for ensuring internal security and upholding the rule of law.

"The duty of the police to enforce law and order is a sacred trust, and the armed forces will always stand fully with the brave and proud police personnel of Pakistan," the Inter Services Public Relations (ISPR) quoted Field Marshal Asim as saying while addressing senior police officials.

 

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Islamabad police seek army support to train newly formed SWAT force​

Munawer Azeem
January 23, 2026



In this file photo, policemen in Islamabad keep guard outside the Supreme Court building. — Reuters/File

ISLAMABAD: The capital police have sought the services of two army majors and 16 Special Services Group (SSG) commandos to train personnel of the newly formed Special Weapons and Tactics (SWAT) force, Dawn has learnt.

In this regard, a written request was sent from the office of the inspector general of police (IGP), Islamabad, to the office of the chief commissioner, Islamabad.

The letter, signed by the deputy inspector general of police (Headquarters), sought the requisition of the services of two majors and 16 serving SSG-trained officials on a secondment basis for the capital police.

The letter stated that the Islamabad police are performing multifaceted duties, including maintenance of law and order, crime fighting and prevention and ensuring security and route duties.

Request sent for services of two majors and 16 SSG commandos on secondment

It further requested that the concerned quarters be approached to place the services of two majors and 16 serving SSG-trained officials of the Pakistan Army at the disposal of the capital police against existing vacant posts. Out of the 16 SSG-trained personnel, 10 will be attached to the National Police Academy (NPA), Islamabad.

 

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Attack on police vehicle in Bannu foiled, two militants killed​

Muhammad Waseem Khan
January 26, 2026

A militant attack on a police vehicle in Bannu’s Domel area was successfully repulsed and two militants were killed.

Police recovered weapons and ammunition from the killed militants.

According to police officials, the police vehicle was on routine patrol when assailants, who were lying in ambush, suddenly opened indiscriminate fire on the police party.

A heavy exchange of fire continued between the police and the terrorists for approximately twenty minutes. Additional contingents, including an armored personnel carrier (APC), Quick Response Force (QRF), and Rapid Response Force (RRF), were immediately dispatched from Police Lines Bannu to the scene.

During the subsequent search operation, the bodies of two militants were recovered and taken into police custody.

Regional Police Officer Sajjad Khan and District Police Officer Yasir Afridi confirmed the incident and appreciated the Domel police for their timely and effective response.

Police officials stated that operations against anti-state elements will continue unabated to ensure peace and security in the district.

 

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