Author: Saifullah

In a surprising turn of events, Pakistan State Oil (PSO) has invoiced the caretaker Punjab government for expenses related to Lahore’s artificial rain initiative, despite earlier claims of no associated costs. The groundbreaking endeavor, aimed at tackling the severe air pollution crisis in December 2023, utilized cloud seeding techniques with a specially acquired aircraft from Dubai. However, the revelation of the bill has ignited criticism, raising concerns about transparency and resource allocation. Despite this controversy, the successful induction of artificial rain marks a significant milestone in environmental management, offering hope in the ongoing battle against air pollution in Lahore and…

In the midst of political uncertainty following the February 8 general elections, the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) announced its decision to assume the role of the opposition in both the Centre and Punjab, as per directives from party founder Imran Khan. PTI leader Barrister Saif, addressing journalists after a meeting with the Qaumi Watan Party (QWP) in Islamabad, emphasized the party’s commitment to sit on the opposition benches despite claims that they could have formed the government if results aligned with the votes received. Saif asserted that Form-45s were evidence of PTI-backed candidates’ victories, but results were allegedly altered in Form-47s.…

In a bold declaration, Grand Democratic Alliance (GDA) chief Pir Pagara has voiced his belief that the country may face the imposition of “emergency or martial law,” with the judiciary providing legal cover, as his party protests against the alleged rigging in the February 8 general elections. Following the release of unofficial election results, several political parties have taken to the streets, while major winners seek alliances to form governments at the national and provincial levels. The Pagara-led GDA, expressing dissatisfaction with the outcomes, initiated an agitation drive against the perceived election rigging, particularly contesting the Pakistan Peoples Party’s victory…

Islamabad: Aniq Ahmed, the Caretaker Minister for Religious Affairs, conveyed the gratitude of Pakistani pilgrims for the unwavering cooperation of Saudi authorities in providing top-notch facilities for Hajj. This sentiment was expressed during a meeting with Saudi Ambassador Nawaf bin Saeed Ahmad Al Maliky in Islamabad. The discussion centered around various matters aimed at finalizing arrangements for Hajj 2024. Minister Aniq Ahmed assured that all necessary preparations for Hajj would be completed within the stipulated time frame. He highlighted the additional ease provided to applicants in the private Hajj scheme, following directives from Saudi Arabia. The Saudi Ambassador disclosed that…

Jamshoro: Ayaz Latif Palijo, the leader of the Grand Democratic Alliance (GDA), voiced strong concerns over fraudulent elections in Sindh during a sit-in in Jamshoro. Accusing the Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) of deceiving the people of Sindh, Palijo asserted that the general election had been handed to the PPP on a silver platter, undermining the hopes of the electorate. Palijo lamented the absence of honest representation in the Sindh Assembly, at the federal level, and in Parliament, claiming that sincere individuals had no place in these political arenas. He emphasized the historical role played by Sindh’s politicians during challenging times…

Islamabad: Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) held a press conference at the Marriott Hotel, presenting Form-45 and sharing concerns about alleged rigging in the 2024 general elections. PTI spokesperson Hasan Rauf highlighted discrepancies in Form-45 and Form-47, filing petitions related to election irregularities in 46 seats. PTI claims that 85 seats were rigged, and voter turnout was low in many constituencies. The party also accused violations of Election Act 92, citing examples from Punjab, Islamabad, and Karachi. Read more: Shah Mahmood Qureshi Challenges Conviction in Cipher Case  Salman Akram Raja emphasized the challenges faced by PTI during the campaign, alleging an open…

The Sherani group of Jamiat-e-Ulema Islam (JUI) in Islamabad has extended an offer to support Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI). Shujaa-al-Malik, the central spokesperson for JUI’s Sherani group, emphasized that PTI does not require assistance from anyone within Sherani’s group. He stated that their party is consistently available to support PTI, attributing their cooperation to the pursuit of genuine freedom. Notably, this announcement contrasts with Ameer Liaqat Baloch’s earlier assertion of non-cooperation with PTI.

A fresh forgery scandal involving Pakistani passports has emerged in the UK, raising concerns about national institutions’ efficacy. This incident follows a similar case in Saudi Arabia, where authorities discovered over 12,000 Pakistani passports from Afghan nationals. British authorities uncovered the scam, submitting 61 suspicious passports to immigration officials for further investigation. Pakistan has been requested to disclose the status of these passports, with subsequent findings confirming their fraudulent nature. Discrepancies in passport lamination paper and data paper, along with inconsistencies in parentage and listed data, have been identified. The focus now turns to unraveling where these fake passports were…

Maryam Nawaz staunchly rejects speculations surrounding Nawaz Sharif’s exit from politics, addressing concerns on his supposed withdrawal. Emphasizing Nawaz Sharif’s steadfast commitment to leadership within the Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N), Maryam clarifies on social media platform ‘X’ that his decision not to pursue the Prime Ministerial post doesn’t indicate a retreat from politics. She asserts Nawaz Sharif’s dedication to active political involvement over the next five years, pledging support to PML-N governments at federal and provincial levels. Reflecting on his past tenures, Maryam highlights his electoral mandates and commitment to avoiding coalition governments. She reaffirms loyalty to Nawaz Sharif’s principles,…

Asad Qaiser’s triumph as an independent candidate supported by Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) in the NA-19 constituency faces legal scrutiny as Maulana Fazal Ali, the candidate from Jamiat-e-Ulema Islam (JUI), has lodged a petition in both the Peshawar High Court (PHC) and the Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP). The crux of Maulana Fazal’s challenge lies in the alleged discrepancies between two Form-47s submitted by the Returning Officers (RO), raising concerns about the accuracy of the election results. Alongside these discrepancies, he contends that pre-poll rigging occurred, implicating some ROs in the process. Maulana Fazal calls for the annulment of Asad Qaiser’s…