Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) founder Imran Khan, along with former interior minister Sheikh Rasheed and Sheikh Rashid Shafiq, has been summoned in the May 9 violence case. Witnesses, including PTI candidate Ajmal Sabir from NA-53, Sadaqat Abbasi, Wasiq Qayyum, and Umar Tanveer Butt, have implicated Imran Khan and Sheikh Rasheed in the May 9 riots. Asserting that the violence was carried out based on their directives. Read More: Pakistan and China Reaffirm Support for Peace in Afghanistan Ajmal Sabir, backed by PTI in NA-53, provided a statement revealing that Sheikh Rasheed orchestrated a meeting at his residence, Lal Haveli, on May…
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In a diplomatic rendezvous in Islamabad, Additional Foreign Secretary Ambassador Rahim Hayat Qureshi and Chinese Special Envoy Ambassador Yue Xiaoyong reiterated the commitment of both Pakistan and China to fostering a peaceful and stable Afghanistan. https://twitter.com/RadioPakistan/status/1753671885676786147 The meeting underscored the necessity for increased coordination to bolster regional stability, emphasizing the pivotal role of Afghanistan’s neighboring countries in contributing to a peaceful, stable, and prosperous region. Read More: NA-44 Election Showdown: Heavyweights Clash in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa
In the upcoming general elections 2024, the battle for supremacy in the National Assembly Constituency NA-44, situated in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa’s Dera Ismail Khan district, intensifies as political giants, namely Jamiat Ulema-e-Islam Pakistan, Tehreek-e-Insaf, and Pakistan People’s Party, lock horns. This fiercely contested constituency, historically belonging to Maulana Fazlur Rehman, the head of JUI, has consistently witnessed tight competition. In the current electoral landscape, Maulana Fazlur Rehman faces formidable opponents in Tehreek-e-Insaaf-backed Ali Amin Gandapur, running as an independent, and Faisal Karim Kundi of the People’s Party. Additionally, independent candidate Waqar Khan enters the fray, creating a multifaceted political landscape. Notably,…
During a recent Twitter Space session, Babar Azam, the linchpin of the Pakistan cricket team, engaged with wicketkeeper Mohammad Rizwan, offering insights into various aspects of his life. Azam humorously sidestepped questions about his marriage plans, promising to answer them privately. Beyond the playful banter, the session delved into Azam’s career, personal life, and cricket philosophy. He shared stories of camaraderie with fellow cricketers, notably highlighting former captain Sarfaraz Ahmed’s impactful role in his journey. Azam also praised Fakhar Zaman’s batting prowess, shedding light on the strategic thinking behind Pakistan’s batting lineup. The discussion extended to Azam’s experiences in the…
In the political theater of National Assembly constituency NA-71 Sialkot-II, the spotlight intensifies as Rehana Imtiaz Dar, an independent candidate and mother of former PTI leader Usman Dar, throws her hat into the ring against the seasoned PML-N figure, Khawaja Asif. The pivotal question looms: Can Khawaja Asif secure his seat, having narrowly defeated Usman Dar in 2018 by a margin of 1,406 votes? With a history as a PML-N stronghold, NA-71 has witnessed Khawaja Asif’s electoral victories in 1997, 2008, 2013, and 2018. Despite the PML-N’s steadfast nomination of Asif for the upcoming election, formidable opposition arises. PTI lends…
The Federal Ministry of Education, anticipating the upcoming elections nationwide, has officially sanctioned a four-day break for schools in Islamabad. This respite, spanning from February 6th to February 9th, is in response to the election proceedings. The notification, issued by the Federal Ministry on Thursday, outlines the temporary closure of both private and public schools in the city. Notably, the majority of schools in Islamabad typically observe Saturday as a weekly holiday, prompting them to resume regular operations on Monday, February 12th. Read More: PTI Candidate Husnain Shah Arrested in Khanewal Meanwhile, the electoral influence extends beyond the federal capital,…
General elections in Pakistan have seen an unusual surge of former prime ministers entering the race. As the country gears up for the upcoming elections on February 8, four prominent figures, including Mian Muhammad Nawaz Sharif and Syed Yusuf Raza Gilani, are vying for victory. Let’s delve into the details of their constituencies, opponents, and past election outcomes. Mian Muhammad Nawaz Sharif, a three-time prime minister, is set to contest from two National Assembly constituencies, presenting a formidable challenge. Meanwhile, his brother, Mian Muhammad Shahbaz Sharif, is eyeing victory from Punjab. Syed Yusuf Raza Gilani and Raja Pervez Ashraf, representing…
Rehan Zeb Khan, a candidate supported by Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI), met a tragic fate on Wednesday as he was fatally shot in Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa’s Bajaur district, according to the police. The PTI-backed candidate was actively participating in the electoral race for both NA-8 and PK-22 seats. The unfortunate incident occurred in the Sadiqabad Phatak Bazar area during his election campaign, where unidentified assailants opened fire on him, resulting in his immediate demise.
In 2023, Pakistan’s Transparency International Corruption Perceptions Index (CPI) ranking experienced a noteworthy improvement during the Pakistan Democratic Movement (PDM)-led government, led by Shehbaz Sharif. This positive shift suggests a decline in corruption compared to Imran Khan’s tenure from 2018 to 2022, where corruption had been on the rise according to previous TI reports. Despite being deemed more corrupt under the shared rule of Shehbaz Sharif and Imran Khan in the 2022 CPI report, the TI’s 2023 findings reveal a positive turn. Pakistan climbed from 140th to 133rd out of 180 countries, with its overall score rising from 27 to…
Pakistan and Iran have expressed their commitment to enhancing cooperation, particularly in the political and security spheres. This understanding emerged from a meeting between Foreign Minister Jalil Abbas Jilani and Iranian Foreign Minister Hossein Amir-Abdollahian in Islamabad. Addressing a joint news conference, Minister Jilani highlighted the common challenge of terrorism, affirming a collaborative approach to address it by leveraging the existing institutional mechanisms between the two countries. The respect for sovereignty and territorial integrity remains a fundamental principle of their cooperation. Key outcomes of the meeting include the establishment of a high-level consultative mechanism at the foreign ministerial level, which…
