KARACHI: A minor disagreement over a chair escalated into a brawl involving two families, including that of the Sindh Home Secretary, at a restaurant in Karachi’s Khayaban-e-Sehar area, Defence. The argument over seating quickly intensified, with both families, including women, engaging in physical altercations. Video footage of the incident has since gone viral, showing the heated exchange. Police were called to the scene, and senior officials arrived once it became known that one family was that of the Sindh Home Secretary. Both families initially sought to file complaints against each other. However, after intervention from influential figures, they reached a…
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ISLAMABAD: Lawyer groups from Balochistan, including the Balochistan Bar Council and Balochistan High Court (BHC) Bar Association, have jointly filed petitions in the Supreme Court challenging the 26th Constitutional Amendment. Six notable lawyers, including former Supreme Court Bar Association President Abid Zuberi, have also submitted a petition opposing the amendment, citing concerns over its impact on fundamental rights, as reported by a private news channel. The amendment introduces modifications to the judiciary’s structure and the judicial appointment process. In their petitions, the law secretary and chief secretaries of all provinces are named as respondents. The petitions urge the Supreme Court…
ISLAMABAD: Islamabad police on Monday arrested lawyer Imaan Hazir Mazari and her husband Abdul Hadi over allegations of obstructing government operations. The arrest stems from a scuffle at the Aabpara police precinct involving traffic protocol set up for the visiting England cricket team. According to police reports, the confrontation occurred at Islamabad’s Zero Point Interchange as the England team was en route to Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium for their last match. Read More: Constitutional Amendments: PTI Vows Strong Opposition to Changes Mazari allegedly attempted to remove road blockades, citing urgency to reach court. In response, authorities warned of possible legal action due…
Recently, Tehreek-e-Insaf has touted a letter signed by 60 members of the U.S. Congress urging the U.S. government to advocate for Imran Khan’s release and consider sanctions on Pakistan’s military. PTI has framed this letter as evidence of international backing for Khan’s cause. However, an in-depth examination of its signatories reveals troubling biases, suggesting that PTI’s foreign support might be driven by anti-Pakistan interests rather than genuine democratic ideals. The signatories of the letter include a range of figures known for their critical views on Pakistan. For instance, Frank Pallone, one of the prominent supporters, has a long-standing record of…
ISLAMABAD: Justice Yahya Afridi, nominated by the Special Parliamentary Committee (SPC), was sworn in as Pakistan’s 30th Chief Justice on Saturday. President Arif Alvi administered the oath at a ceremony held at Aiwan-i-Sadr in Islamabad, attended by Prime Minister Shahbaz Sharif, parliamentarians, and Supreme Court judges. Chief Ministers and Governors from all provinces, including Khyber Pakhtunkhwa’s CM Ali Amin Gandapur, were also present. The event commenced with a recitation from the Holy Quran, followed by the formal reading of the notification for Justice Afridi’s appointment, after which the president administered the oath. Who is Justice Yahya Afridi? Following the 26th…
In a daring assault at the Sangjani Toll Plaza in Islamabad, unknown assailants attacked three prisoner transport vans, resulting in a brief escape of several detainees, including three PTI Members of the Provincial Assembly (MPAs) arrested during the D-Chowk protests. Police sources reported that the detainees, 82 in total, were en route back to Attock Jail following a court appearance when the ambush occurred. The escapees included MPAs Anwar Zeb, Liaqat, and Yasir Qureshi, as well as other government employees and police officials from Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. The assailants, estimated to be 18 to 20 in number, fired at the vans’…
Rawalpindi, 25 October 2024 – The closing ceremony of the Pakistan-Russia Joint Exercise Druzhba-VII took place at the National Counter Terrorism Centre (NCTC) in Pabbi, marking the conclusion of a two-week counter-terrorism drill between the armies of Pakistan and Russia. Special Forces from the Pakistan Army and 54 personnel from the Russian Army took part in the exercise, which began on October 13, 2024. The event was attended by Chief Guest, Inspector General Training & Evaluation (IGT&E), Lieutenant General Fayyaz Hussain Shah, HI (M), and Russian Ambassador His Excellency Albert P. Khorev. The exercise provided both armies an opportunity to…
Manahil Malik is trending across social media due to an objectionable video, sparking widespread controversy online. The debate has split opinions: some support Manahil, agreeing the video is fake, while others claim it was a publicity stunt. Mishi Khan, a well-known TV host from Kay2 TV with numerous dramas to her credit, shared her perspective on the matter. Mishi expressed her disappointment, calling it shameful to see such trends on platforms like X (formerly Twitter). She addressed influencers directly, reminding them of the weight their words and actions carry, especially when they publicly threaten to “leak” private videos or engage…
Islamabad’s Anti-Terrorism Court (ATC) has granted bail to Aleema Khan and Uzma Khan, sisters of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) founder Imran Khan, following their detention since October 4th. The bail was approved by Judge Abul Hasnat Zulqarnain in two cases linked to the Kohsar Police Station, concerning allegations of inciting a mob to attack state institutions and police. The sisters were granted bail on Rs20,000 surety bonds each, despite opposition from Prosecutor Raja Naveed. Their release was ordered immediately. Although the bail hearing was initially scheduled for October 19th, both ATC judges, Judge Abul Hasnat Zulqarnain and Judge Tahir Abbas Sipra,…
In a letter to the Supreme Court’s Registrar, Justice Mansoor Ali Shah, Senior Puisne Judge of the Supreme Court, cited serious concerns over Chief Justice Qazi Faez Isa’s approach to judicial independence and his alleged failure to foster harmony among judges. Explaining his absence from the Full Court Reference, Justice Shah stated that while he previously declined to attend former Chief Justice Saqib Nisar’s reference due to perceived overreach, his current reasons are “more worrying.” Justice Shah accused CJ Isa of “opening doors to interference” and criticized him for an “ostrich-like” response to pressures facing the judiciary. Emphasizing the Chief…
