Upper South Waziristan
Coverage of Upper South Waziristan in the Nexus archive.
- Rain-related fatalities during ongoing monsoon spell rise to 18 in KP
Rain-related fatalities in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa during the ongoing monsoon have risen to 18, with four recent deaths in Upper South Waziristan due to a roof collapse. The Provincial Disaster Management Authority reported 14 deaths and 19 injuries statewide, while landslides blocked the Wana-Gomal Zam Road and flash floods damaged agricultural land.
- SHO among 8 cops kidnapped by armed men in Upper South Waziristan: police
Eight police personnel, including a station house officer (SHO) and two Bomb Disposal Unit members, were kidnapped by unidentified armed men in Upper South Waziristan after completing a UXO defusal mission. The abduction occurred during their return journey, prompting a large-scale search operation and heightened security measures in the region.
- Section 144 imposed in several areas of Upper, Lower South Waziristan amid security concerns
Section 144 was imposed in several areas of Upper and Lower South Waziristan due to security concerns and the movement of security forces. Key roads were temporarily closed, and residents were advised to avoid unnecessary travel to ensure public safety and facilitate security operations.