An anti-terrorism court (ATC) in Lahore accepted PTI social activist Sanam Javed’s post-arrest bail application on Monday in connection with the torching of a PML-N office on May 9. The court approved the bail on the condition of a Rs0.2 million bail bond. The ATC judge, Arshad Javed Chadhar, delivered the verdict. Deputy Prosecutor Abdul Jabbar Dogar opposed Sanam’s plea, accusing her of inciting and actively participating in the vandalism, stating that she threw petrol bombs herself. Dogar emphasized the gravity of the situation on May 9, asserting it was an attack on the state orchestrated as part of a…
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Saeed Ghani, a prominent leader of the Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP), vehemently denounced Mustafa Kamal’s allegations, citing his threatening behavior and use of abusive language as highly inappropriate. Ghani expressed concern over the Muttahida Qaumi Movement’s (MQM) alleged desire to sow chaos in Karachi, noting a decline in law and order. Calling on the caretaker government to investigate a recent incident, Ghani asserted that MQM considered District Central as their domain, aiming to resurrect the politics of terror associated with the founder of Muttahida. He emphasized the infiltration of MQM terrorists into a People’s Party meeting, promising revelations through emerging…
Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) has raised concerns about the blocking of its party’s website within Pakistan, ahead of the upcoming general elections on February 8, 2024. The party, which introduced an online portal on its website insaf.pk, along with a backup site pticandidates.com to mitigate potential voter confusion, has demanded an explanation from the authorities. PTI, which nominated its candidates as independents with various electoral symbols, expressed frustration over the website blockage. The party’s official X account on social media tagged the official handles of the Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA), interim information minister Murtaza Solangi, and interim IT minister Umar Saif,…
The Awami National Party (ANP) has officially declared its support for the candidates of the Istehkam-e-Pakistan Party (IPP) in Punjab. In a significant move, Amir Bahadur Khan, the General Secretary of Awami National Party Punjab, conveyed full support to IPP President Abdul Aleem Khan and his panel across the entire Punjab region. During a meeting with Abdul Aleem Khan, Hazara Welfare Association Chairman Bashir Ahmad also pledged support for IPP. The backing extended further as Mubasher Lal, former president of PTI Ravi Town, announced his participation in IPP, with a commitment from all PTI members in NA-117 to actively run…
PPP Chairman Bilawal Bhutto Zardari, addressing an election rally in Multan, emphasized that the Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz and Nawaz Sharif can no longer deceive the public. Criticizing the residents of Raiwind for their perceived overconfidence, he asserted that winning the election requires effort, not just dreams. Bilawal expressed gratitude to the people of Multan for their warm welcome and claimed that their decision for the upcoming February 8 election has already been announced. Highlighting current challenges, he pointed to soaring inflation and unemployment levels. Concerned about the resurgence of terrorists eliminated by Pakistan’s army and police, Bilawal criticized the division…
The Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP) is in the final stages of preparing for the upcoming general elections in Islamabad. In a significant move, the ECP has delegated magisterial powers to District Returning Officers (DROs) and Returning Officers (ROs) for the smooth conduct of the elections. This transfer of authority has been formalized through an official notification issued by the Election Commission. In a related development, the Ministry of Interior released a notification yesterday regarding the deployment of the Army and Civil Armed Forces during the general elections. The Army and Civil Armed Forces will function as a Quick Response…
The Election Commission has issued a comprehensive code of conduct for the armed forces ahead of the upcoming elections on February 8. Under Article 245, the armed forces will assist the ECP, focusing on maintaining peace and security. The police will handle primary security responsibilities, while the armed forces and civil armed forces will manage secondary and tertiary levels. Deployment outside highly sensitive polling stations is specified. The armed forces will play a role in ballot paper printing security, delivery to DRO offices, and transporting electoral material to RO offices after vote counting. Emphasizing an unbiased stance, the armed forces…
The Lahore High Court has delivered a reserved verdict on the petition of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) leader Salman Akram Raja challenging his classification as an independent candidate in the upcoming elections. The court directed the Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP) to decide the complaint in accordance with the law. During the proceedings, the court sought information on ballot paper printing progress, with approximately 80 percent already printed. The discussion delved into the ballot paper design, emphasizing that political party names are not historically or presently included. The ECP’s representative referenced Form 33, distinguishing between independent candidates and party-affiliated ones. The…
A lady doctor at PIMS hospital in Islamabad is accused of abducting a 22-year-old youth, Bilal, who came to the hospital with his cousin to obtain medicine. An FIR has been registered against the unknown doctor based on the complaint filed by Bilal’s father at the Karachi Company Police Station. The FIR alleges that the doctor engaged Bilal in a discussion for half an hour before allegedly abducting him with the assistance of an accomplice. The culprits reportedly loaded Bilal into a car and swiftly left the scene. Bilal, employed as a drill operator in an international company, is now…
Former prime minister Shahid Khaqan Abbasi expressed concerns about the current election in Pakistan, deeming it as meaningless and likely to lead the country into chaos. Speaking after appearing before the anti-corruption office in Rawalpindi on charges related to Ghora Gali and Murree Road projects, Abbasi criticized the use of NAB and anti-corruption agencies for political manipulation. Abbasi, who is not contesting the election, emphasized the need for an uncontroversial election process and warned against potential harm if fake ballots or manipulations occurred. He highlighted his differences with the PML-N party policy and announced plans to form a new party…
