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Who is Islamabad’s new Chief Traffic Officer, Kainat Azhar Khan?

Born and raised in Quetta, a COMSATS graduate, a former CTO Multan, and a police officer who chose policing over the Foreign Service. From field operations and major investigations to community policing and women’s empowerment, Kainat Azhar Khan brings a diverse policing background to Islamabad.

In this special Islamabad Tribune feature, we explore her journey, career, leadership style, and what her appointment could mean for traffic management in the federal capital.

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ISLAMABAD: A video recorded by a citizen at McDonald's F-9 Islamabad is circulating on social media, with the individual alleging that cleanliness standards at the restaurant were not being properly maintained. The citizen claimed that flies were repeatedly landing on food and that staff members could be seen attempting to shoo them away during the recording.
The citizen has appealed to the Islamabad District Administration and Islamabad Food Authority to inspect such establishments and ensure that food is served in a clean and hygienic environment. No official response from the restaurant or relevant authorities was immediately available regarding the allegations.

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Islamabad: The district administration has demolished two shops allegedly built on graveyard land in Sohan during an anti-encroachment operation led by the Assistant Commissioner Nilore. Officials said the action was taken as part of the ongoing campaign against illegal occupations across the capital. Deputy Commissioner Islamabad has directed authorities to continue anti-encroachment operations without discrimination and recover public land from unlawful occupation.

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ISLAMABAD: A citizen has appealed to IG Islamabad to take notice of what he described as restricted public access to a SP Soan Office, according to a video that has gone viral on social media.

In the video, reportedly recorded outside the SP Soan office, the citizen claimed that he had visited the premises to discuss a case but was unable to secure a meeting. He alleged that access was being granted primarily to individuals with personal connections, while ordinary citizens were not being allowed to meet the SP Soan.

The citizen argued that recent public engagement measures introduced by DIG Islamabad were aimed at ensuring greater accessibility of police officers to the public. He maintained that senior officers’ offices should remain open to all citizens without discrimination.

Calling for action, the citizen urged IG Islamabad to investigate the matter and ensure that members of the public can meet officers regarding their concerns and complaints without unnecessary obstacles.

No official statement had been issued regarding the allegations at the time of filing this report.

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ISLAMABAD: A video allegedly filmed inside Shams Colony Police Station has surfaced, showing a detainee restrained with chains inside an investigation room. The footage also appears to show a private individual recording videos near the detainee, raising questions about conduct inside the police station.

Taking notice of the incident, Islamabad Police said DIG Islamabad has ordered an inquiry and directed SSP Operations to ascertain the facts. According to the police spokesperson, SP Industrial Area is conducting a detailed investigation. Islamabad Police stated that it believes in accountability and that action will be taken in light of the inquiry findings.

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ISLAMABAD: Students at Quaid-i-Azam University (QAU) have blocked the main entrance to the campus, demanding that expelled students be allowed to appear in upcoming examinations. Protesters have announced a class boycott and continue to press the university administration for what they describe as a fair resolution to the issue. According to sources, police and members of the university administration are on their way to hold talks with the students as efforts continue to defuse the situation and restore normal academic activities.

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ISLAMABAD: A man's body was recovered from a locked room in Islamabad's Alipur Farash Town, prompting a police investigation into a suspected murder. According to initial findings, the body appeared to be three to four days old and bore signs of injuries caused by a blunt object. Police broke open the room's door to gain entry and shifted the body for post-mortem examination. Authorities are working to identify the victim and determine the motive behind the incident while investigating all possible angles.

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ISLAMABAD: Islamabad Chief Traffic Officer Kainat Azhar Khan inspected Islamabad Traffic Police Facilitation Vans and reviewed the quality of services being provided to citizens. She assessed staff performance, service delivery standards and public convenience measures, directing officers to ensure transparent, timely and citizen-friendly services.

The CTO said the Facilitation Vans are bringing traffic-related services directly to citizens’ doorsteps, helping save time and improving accessibility. She further instructed officials to enhance service quality and ensure prompt resolution of public complaints.

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Islamabad: Chief Traffic Officer Kainat Azhar Khan paid a detailed visit to the F-8 Driving Testing Area to review facilities being provided to citizens during the driving licence process. She inspected waiting areas, testing tracks, guidance counters and overall arrangements, directing officers to further improve service quality and reduce waiting times. The CTO emphasized that transparent, merit-based and timely licensing services remain a top priority, while citizens must be treated with professionalism and courtesy at every stage.

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Islamabad: A retired Federal Police sub-inspector was arrested yesterday after allegedly shooting his wife dead during a domestic dispute at their residence in Ghouri Town. Police said former Sub-Inspector Tariq, who retired from Islamabad Police about a year ago, was taken into custody by Koral Police along with the pistol believed to have been used in the incident. The victim's body was shifted to hospital for post-mortem examination, while police have launched a detailed investigation into the case.

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ISLAMABAD: A woman was allegedly murdered by her husband in Islamabad's E-11/2 area yesterday, according to police. The suspect, identified as Muzammil, allegedly used a sharp-edged weapon to kill his wife before fleeing the scene. Police said the couple had been facing domestic disputes, while efforts are underway to trace and arrest the suspect.

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ISLAMABAD: Islamabad Police has finalized comprehensive security arrangements for Muharram-ul-Haram, deploying more than 15,000 personnel from Islamabad Police and Rangers for the security of 177 processions and 929 religious gatherings across the capital.

A central control room has been established at Safe City Headquarters, while over 3,000 cameras and drones will monitor processions and gatherings. IG Islamabad Syed Ali Nasir Rizvi is personally overseeing security measures, with all operational, traffic, CTD, Special Branch and logistics units working in close coordination to ensure peace and public safety throughout Muharram.

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ISLAMABAD: Islamabad’s district administration has intensified its operation against illegally installed security cabins across the capital. Acting on the directions of DC Islamabad, teams removed 58 unauthorized security cabins from sectors F-6, F-8, F-11, G-9 and G-11. Officials say the campaign will continue on a daily basis without discrimination to ensure public spaces remain free from encroachments and unauthorized structures.

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ISLAMABAD: Chief Traffic Officer Kainat Azhar Khan visited different Traffic Service Centres in Islamabad and reviewed facilities being provided to citizens. She directed staff to ensure quick, transparent and respectful service delivery, saying unnecessary delays in licensing and traffic-related services will not be tolerated.

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ISLAMABAD: SSP Sarfraz Virk has bid farewell to Islamabad after serving as Chief Traffic Officer. He previously held key positions in Islamabad Police, including AIG Special Branch, SP Traffic and SP in different zones. Officers gave him a warm send-off at the Traffic Police Office.

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ISLAMABAD: PPP leader Sharmila Faruqui has criticized the federal budget, saying Pakistan’s 163 million young people have effectively been allocated only Rs32 each under the youth development budget.

She claimed that while Rs5 billion has been earmarked for youth initiatives, the amount translates to less than the price of a samosa in Islamabad, questioning the government's commitment to investing in the country's largest demographic group.

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ISLAMABAD: A CCTV video from Islamabad’s Khanna area has raised serious questions over the alleged misuse of the Prime Minister’s austerity campaign. The footage appears to show a police official pressuring a shopkeeper over closure timings before allegedly taking Rs500 and leaving the premises. Islamabad Police has not yet issued an official statement regarding the video. The incident is likely to fuel calls for an inquiry and greater accountability.

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Islamabad Police have arrested three suspects, including a former police official, for allegedly attempting to abduct a foreign couple in I-9 Markaz. According to the FIR, the suspects reportedly tried to kidnap the American and British nationals at gunpoint and, upon resistance, snatched cash, mobile phones and important documents before fleeing. A case has been registered at Industrial Area Police Station and further investigation is underway.

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ISLAMABAD: A speeding car reportedly hit two women near Zia Mosque in Islamabad on Saturday, leaving one woman dead and another critically injured.
According to rescue officials, 40-year-old Nazma died at the scene, while the injured woman was shifted for medical treatment. The deceased's body was moved to hospital, and local police have launched an investigation into the incident.

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ISLAMABAD: Chief Traffic Officer Kainat Azhar Khan has formally assumed charge of Islamabad Traffic Police and chaired her first meeting with zonal DSPs to review traffic management, enforcement and public service delivery.
She directed strict action against lane violations, one-way violations, mobile phone use while driving, seat belt violations, underage driving, illegal number plates, wheelies and drifting. The new CTO emphasized that improving traffic discipline, ensuring smooth traffic flow and providing better commuting facilities for citizens will remain top priorities of Islamabad Traffic Police.

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