Seminary teacher ‘tortures’ student for not learning lesson

LAHORE:A four-year old student was allegedly tortured by his teacher at a seminary in the Batapur area after failing to memorise his lesson.

The incident sparked outrage, with authorities launching legal action following a complaint by the victim’s father. According to details, the boy, Zulqarnain, sustained visible marks on his face after the madrassa’s Qari Waseem reportedly beat him for not remembering his lesson. Family members alerted the police, but by the time law enforcement reached the scene, the accused had fled.

‘The child was traumatised, and his injuries were evident,’ said a police official. ‘We have registered a case based on the father’s complaint and are working to apprehend the suspect.’ Local residents expressed anger over the incident, condemning the use of violence. ‘Such brutality against a small child is unacceptable,’ said a neighbour. ‘Teachers should guide with patience, not cruelty.’

Child rights activists have called for stricter monitoring of educational centres to prevent abuse. ‘Corporal punishment is illegal, and those responsible must be held accountable,’ said a representative from a local NGO.

Three robbery, assault suspects arrested

Kahna police have arrested three suspects allegedly involved in the gang assault and robbery of a minor in Suleman village. According to police officials, the arrested individuals identified as Babar, Nadeem and Qamar reportedly lured 12-year-old Ali Hassan to a nearby field when the boy was on his way to a neighbour's house to deliver money. After committing the assault, the accused robbed the child of Rs84,000 before fleeing.

SP Model Town Ikhlaqullah Tarar condemned the incident, stating ‘Those who exploit children deserve no leniency,’ as the case was transferred to the Gender Crime Cell for investigation. Forensic evidence has been collected from the crime scene while medical reports confirmed the assault.

Man commits suicide

A 30-year-old man allegedly committed suicide by hanging himself after a heated argument with his father in Gawalmandi’s Dil Muhammad Road area, police and rescue officials said.

The victim, identified as Hamza Irfan, reportedly tied a noose to a ceiling fan and took his own life following a dispute with his father. On receiving the information, police cordoned off the area and shifted the body to morgue.