Pakistan's Karachi witnesses rise in street crimes, violence incidents

IANS | May 12, 2026 1:00 PM

Islamabad, May 12 (IANS) Karachi has witnessed a rise in street crime, with people being robbed of hundreds of vehicles and mobile phones alongside an increase in killings and extortion cases from January-April period this year, local media reported on Tuesday, citing the data released by the Citizens-Police Liaison Committee (CPLC).

‘Allow Vinesh to compete’: Sakshi Malik appeals to PM, Sports ministry

IANS | May 12, 2026 12:57 PM

New Delhi, May 12 (IANS) Olympic bronze medallist Sakshi Malik has come out in strong support of Vinesh Phogat, urging Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Sports Minister Mansukh Mandaviya to allow the wrestler to participate in the competitions to ensure her return to international events.