PPP postpones Sindh-wide protest
PPP leader Nisar Khuhro said that the party had postponed tomorrow’s Sindh-wide protest against piecemeal elections in the country. In a statement, Khuhro said that the party was delaying its protest in.
Pervez Khattak’s wife dies in Lahore
Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf leader and former defense minister Pervez Khattak’s wife died in Lahore on Monday. Sources said that her funeral prayers would be offered in the Punjab capital tomorrow and she would.
Qaiser on warpath against PML-N
Lahore: Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) leader Asad Qaiser launched a broad attack on the Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PMLN). He accused it of mounting pressure on the judiciary. Recalling the call for elections, Mr..
SC ‘pressurising’ politicians: JUI-F Chief
Dera Ismail Khan: Jamiat Ulema-e-Islam Fazl (JUI-F) chief Maulana Fazlur Rehman on Sunday said that the Supreme Court rather than “uniting” was “pressurising” politicians to unite. “We do not agree with the.
PTI accuses govt of running campaign against SC
Lahore: Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) senior leader Fawad Chaudhry lambasted the Pakistan Democratic Movement (PDM), saying the masses would “thwart the efforts of the aristocrats in a bid to create the situation of.
PM Sharif, Punjab governor discusses political situation
Lahore: Governor Punjab Baligh ur Rehman on Sunday called on Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif. During the meeting, the governor extended Eid greetings and expressed best wishes for the prime minister, the.
Sindh Governor embarks on Turkey, US visit
Karachi: Sindh Governor Kamran Khan Tessori embarked on a visit to Turkey and the United States of America (USA) on Sunday. The visit is aimed at strengthening bilateral relations and exploring opportunities.
Sirajul Haq urges PM Sharif to ‘end political impasse’
Jamat-e-Islami (JI) chief Sirajul Haq has urged Prime Minister (PM) Shehbaz Sharif to take the country of the ‘quagmire and end political impasse’. According to details, PM Sharif held a telephonic conversation.
Imran Khan warns of protests ‘if SC orders not implemented’
Former prime minister and Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) Chairman Imran Khan has warned of countrywide protests if the government fails to implement Supreme Court’s (SC) orders of holding Punjab elections on May 14..
‘Security, protection of Pakistanis in Sudan top priority’: PM
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif Friday said the security and protection of Pakistanis in Sudan was a top priority of the government. In a statement, he said the government was closely watching the.
Nawaz Sharif, Maryam hold ‘positive’ meeting with Saudi crown prince
Pakistan Muslim League Nawaz (PML-N) supremo Nawaz Sharif and Senior Vice President Maryam Nawaz met Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman. During the meeting, both sides discussed the current issues being faced.
Bushra Bibi warns Punjab CM, PM of legal action
Lahore: Bushra Bibi, the wife of former prime minister Imran Khan, warned Punjab Caretaker Chief Minister Mohsin Naqvi and Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif that their offices would be responsible if an operation.
Petrol subsidy scheme won’t derail IMF deal: Minister
Islamabad: Despite objections raised by the International Monetary Fund (IMF) over the proposed petrol subsidy plan, Minister of State for Petroleum Musadik Malik insisted that the scheme would not derail the loan.
Balochistan govt imposes ban on aerial firing
Quetta: The Balochistan government imposed a ban on aerial firing and display of weapons on the night before Eid-ul-Fitr to ensure the safety of citizens. Provincial Interior Minister Zia Lango issued orders.
PTI leaders repose trust in Khan after not being awarded tickets
Senior PTI leaders Fawad Chaudhry, Hammad Azhar, and Shahbaz Gill expressed their confidence in party chief Imran Khan despite not being awarded party tickets for contesting the Punjab elections. For the elections,.
Three healthcare establishments sealed in Islamabad
The Islamabad Healthcare Regulatory Authority (IHRA) has sealed three Healthcare Establishments (HCEs) in different areas of the Capital Territory. Zahir Khan Clinic, Maryam Clinic and Al-Barka Medical Centre were sealed due to.
Punjab foils bid to smuggle wheat, flour to Afghanistan
The officials of the Punjab Food Department on Friday foiled a bid to smuggle wheat and flour to Afghanistan. As per details, over 70 containers loaded with wheat and flour were being.
“Suo motu powers lie with SC, not just CJP”: Justice Qazi Faez Isa
Justice Qazi Faez Isa, senior puisne judge of the Supreme Court (SC), said that the Constitution gave the top court as a whole the right to take suo motu notice. He added.
Sudan’s army agrees to 24hr ceasefire
Sudan’s army agreed to apply a 24-hour ceasefire starting from 6 pm local time on Wednesday, an army statement said. “The truce will start at 6 pm and will continue until.
President Alvi refuses to sign Supreme Court bill
Islamabad: President Dr. Arif Alvi returned the Supreme Court (Practice and Procedure) Bill, 2023 without signing for the second time. In a notification, the president said the “competency of legislation and validity.
“SC cannot go back on its verdict”: CJP Bandial
Islamabad: Chief Justice of Pakistan Umar Ata Bandial remarked that the Supreme Court had now given a verdict on the Punjab polls and cannot go back on it and the time was.
COAS made ‘tremendous efforts’ to secure IMF deal: PM Shehbaz
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif said that Chief of Army Staff (COAS) Asim Munir made “tremendous efforts” for securing financial pledges from friendly countries and meeting the “last” of International Monetary Funds’ (IMF).
Pakistan shares plan to secure IMF deal
Islamabad: The coalition government shared its plan with the International Monetary Fund (IMF) for securing an additional $3 billion to bridge the financing gap. The IMF is seeking “necessary” financing assurances at.
‘Disagreement’ among ruling allies over negotiations with PTI
The ruling allies hit a snag over holding talks with the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) after Jamaat-e-Islami’s (JI) bid to bring both sides to the negotiation table. The coalition partners met in Islamabad.
Punjab elections: Intelligence agencies brief SC judges on security
Top officials of the country’s intelligence agencies have reportedly met with Chief Justice of Pakistan Umar Ata Bandial and other two apex court judges who are hearing a case related to the.
Court drops terrorism charges against Ali Amin Gandapur
Sargodha anti-terrorism court on Tuesday quashed terrorism charges against Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf leader Ali Amin Gandapur. On April 8, a case was registered against the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) leader Gandapur. The ATC judge.
PM Sharif lauds Muslim countries’ assistance during floods
Prime Minister (PM) Shehbaz Sharif on Monday asserted that Pakistan will always remember the timely and valuable support of its “brotherly Muslim countries during the disastrous floods in the country”. The prime.
Ali Zaidi remanded in police custody for three days
Karachi: Approving three-day physical remand, the court of judicial magistrate at Malir on Monday handed PTI Sindh President Ali Haider Zaidi to police in a fraud case. Earlier, the court had reserved.
JI summons APC to insist on ‘elections in one go’
Lahore: In connection with the one-point agenda of holding simultaneous elections, the Jamaat-e-Islami (JI) proposed to hold the All Parties Conference (APC) after Eidul Fitr. Sources privy to the development said for.
Imran Khan announces peaceful protests after Eid-ul-Fitr
Former premier and Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) chairman Imran Khan has announced to stage peaceful protests after Eidul Fitr. While addressing PTI workers and supporters, Imran Khan said that PTI will stage a.