Pakistan Forward

2018-11-05

Pakistan's money laundering affects poor bank users

Millions of dollars have mysteriously departed the country after launderers flooded poor residents' bank accounts with cash and then emptied them.

Crime & Justice

2018-10-18

International pressure mounts on Pakistan to tackle illicit financing

A visiting delegation from the Asia/Pacific Group on Money Laundering said it was unimpressed by Pakistan's progress to tackle money laundering as new cases emerge.

Crime & Justice

2018-09-18

Sindh authorities crack down on surge in Karachi street crimes

Street crimes, including armed robberies of mobile phone and motorbike owners, have increased in Karachi, posing a problem for local residents and a challenge for law enforcement agencies.

Crime & Justice

2018-09-14

Pakistan issues new guidelines to tighten anti-terrorism laws

Under pressure to crack down on terrorism financing, the Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan recently issued new guidelines.

Crime & Justice

2018-09-06

Sindh Rangers work to clean up violent Karachi

The crackdown by Sindh Rangers on criminal groups and terrorist outfits in Karachi has restored a semblance of stability in the city.

Crime & Justice

2018-08-27

800 police officers sacked in KP for corruption and abuse of power

Peshawar's police chief aims to improve the intelligence and investigative capabilities of the police.

Crime & Justice

2018-08-23

Police launch 'Ice-Free Peshawar' campaign in crackdown on crystal meth

The effort involves raids against dealers and manufacturers as well as an awareness campaign, say police.

Crime & Justice

2018-06-11

Police mobile app draws praise from Peshawar residents

The mobile app allows residents to report crimes and provide tips, along with Google Maps location information.

Crime & Justice

2018-05-03

In photos: Mohmand Agency authorities wipe out poppy crops

Authorities say they have cleared about 95% of the poppy crops in the area as part of an ongoing counter-narcotics operation.

Crime & Justice

2018-04-20

New digital case management tool aims to help KP prosecutors

Although the conviction rate for terrorism cases in KP has increased since 2014, it remained relatively low at 28% in 2016. More than 50% of cases result in acquittals. The new tool aims to improve these rates.