Islamabad High Court Orders Adiala Jail to Allow PTI Leaders’ Meetings with Imran Khan, reaffirming its earlier ruling that permits party members to meet the incarcerated PTI founder twice a week. The directive was issued on Thursday by a bench led by Chief Justice Sarfraz Dogar, following petitions filed by Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) leaders including Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Chief Minister Sohail Afridi, who sought a meeting with Imran Khan to discuss policy matters and the formation of the new provincial cabinet. The three-member bench, also comprising Justice Arbab Muhammad Tahir and Justice Azam Khan, instructed the Adiala Jail superintendent to fully…
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Saifullah
Saif Ullah is a Pakistani journalist and political commentator known for his bold, pro-Pakistan perspective on national and regional affairs. His work focuses on defense, governance, and accountability, reflecting a strong commitment to Pakistan’s integrity and sovereignty.
FPSC Approves Induction of 10 Armed Forces Officers into Pakistan Civil Service, marking a significant move to integrate experienced military personnel into key administrative and governance roles. According to The News, the Federal Public Service Commission (FPSC) formally approved the induction after the officers successfully cleared the commission’s psychological and viva voce assessments. As per the official notification, five officers have been allocated to the Pakistan Administrative Service (PAS), three to the Police Service of Pakistan (PSP), and two to the Foreign Service of Pakistan (FSP). This induction aims to strengthen the civil structure by bringing in disciplined, leadership-trained professionals…
Pakistan Eliminates TTP Commander Hafiz Gul Bahadur in Precision Strikes across Afghan Border as part of a major counterterrorism operation conducted during the night of October 17–18, 2025. According to reliable intelligence sources, Pakistan’s security forces executed targeted aerial strikes in Argun, Khost, Afghanistan, eliminating the notorious Tehrik-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) commander along with several members of his leadership council (Shura). The precision strikes were aimed at Kharji (TTP splinter) camps located in border areas adjoining North and South Waziristan. Intelligence reports had confirmed that militants under Hafiz Gul Bahadur were planning multiple coordinated attacks inside Pakistan. These imminent threats were…
The Supreme Court of Pakistan resumed hearing the petitions challenging the 26th Constitutional Amendment today, with intense debate over whether the case should be decided by a full court or a constitutional bench. The issue, though procedural, has stirred considerable legal and political discussion regarding the interpretation of constitutional powers and judicial independence. Lawyer Ahmed Hussain, representing the petitioners, argued that the case should be heard by an independent bench rather than the current one, emphasizing that the institution’s credibility does not depend on the 26th Amendment alone. His stance prompted a series of sharp questions from the judges. Justice…
Defence Minister Khawaja Asif has said that Pakistan must act as a “hard state” to curb extremism, declaring that religious extremist groups like the Tehreek-e-Labbaik Pakistan (TLP), formed in the name of religion, are unacceptable in any civilised country. His remarks came amid the Punjab government’s request to the federal authorities for a formal ban on the group following recent violent protests that left several people dead and dozens injured. Speaking to Geo News, Khawaja Asif refrained from confirming whether the federal government was ready to impose an outright ban on the TLP but emphasised that the state must now…
Army Chief Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir has said that India-backed militant groups are pursuing an anti-people and anti-development agenda designed to destabilise Pakistan, particularly Balochistan. According to the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR), the army chief made these remarks while addressing participants of the 17th National Workshop Balochistan at the General Headquarters (GHQ) in Rawalpindi. Field Marshal Asim Munir emphasised that Balochistan is the pride of Pakistan, home to patriotic and resilient people who are the province’s real strength. He highlighted that the region’s vast economic potential must be harnessed for the welfare of its people, in line with ongoing…
Social media platform TikTok removes over 25 million videos in Pakistan during Q2 2025 for violating community guidelines. According to details, TikTok maintained an active content removal rate of 99.7% in Pakistan, with 96.2% of the deleted videos taken down within just 24 hours of being uploaded. These figures highlight TikTok’s continued commitment to providing a safe and positive digital environment for its users. The report, covering data from April to June 2025, outlines the proactive steps TikTok has taken to identify and remove content that violates its community guidelines to ensure a positive global experience for its audience. Globally,…
ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif will inaugurate a modern IT programme aimed at promoting a technology-driven digital economy in Pakistan today. Under the Digital Pakistan Vision, the initiative seeks to accelerate the country’s progress through innovation, strengthen the national economy, and empower youth with skills aligned to the demands of the digital era. The programme reflects the prime minister’s vision of positioning Pakistan as an emerging IT powerhouse in the region. Officials said the new IT programme will serve as a milestone in equipping young people with modern digital skills while fostering a favorable environment for the growth of the…
A four-member Pakistan athletics team has departed from Lahore via Dubai to participate in the 3rd Asian Youth Games in Bahrain. The event marks a significant opportunity for young Pakistani athletes to showcase their talent on the international stage. The national contingent includes three male athletes — Ghulam Murtaza, Muhammad Bahram Khan, and Muhammad Hussain Faiz — along with female athlete Iqra Riaz. The team is being coached by Semi Rizvi. Speaking to journalists before departure, coach Semi Rizvi said the entire nation’s prayers are with the athletes and expressed confidence that they will deliver an outstanding performance. She added…
Two senior members of the Supreme Judicial Council (SJC), Justice Mansoor Ali Shah and Justice Muneeb Akhtar, have raised serious objections to the recent amendments made to the judges’ code of conduct, calling into question both the procedure and implications of the move. The amendments were approved by a majority in the council, but the two judges have urged that the process be halted until key constitutional matters are settled. In a detailed letter to the SJC, Justice Mansoor Ali Shah and Justice Muneeb Akhtar criticised the manner in which the amendments were approved and expressed concern over the participation…
