Chief Minister of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Ali Amin Gandapur, stated on Monday that he is leading the province based on the vision of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) founder Imran Khan. Speaking on the program “Upfront with Mona Alam,” Gandapur emphasized, “We have zero tolerance for corruption; we must stand on our own feet. Ovais Leghari is supporting big mafias; without WAPDA’s permission, electricity theft cannot happen.” He also highlighted, “Our party leaders are in jail on fabricated charges. We must address our province’s issues; people have given us a mandate to solve their problems. We will assert our province’s rights.” Gandapur praised…
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Minister for Information and Broadcasting, Attaullah Tarar, on Monday termed Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif’s China visit as historic and highly successful. He said it would positively impact the country’s economy. Addressing a news conference in Islamabad, he expressed confidence in progress on agreements and projects. These include ML-1, Karachi Circular Railway, IT training for 200,000 Pakistani youth by a Chinese tech company, and the second phase of CPEC in the coming weeks. He said the upgraded version of CPEC would benefit both countries. The Information Minister said a new era has begun in Pakistan-China relations. He emphasized that this enduring…
Punjab Governor Sardar Saleem Haider has voiced opposition to the new defamation law. He emphasized that the Pakistan People’s Party (PPP) stands against it due to concerns over its impact on press freedom. The Punjab Defamation Act 2024 restricts press freedom. It was signed into law on Saturday by acting Governor Malik Ahmad Khan. Khan, a member of the PML-N, signed the law while Governor Sardar Saleem Haider was on leave in Dubai. Governor Saleem stated he had tried to block the ‘contentious’ bill. However, it became law 15 days after his refusal to sign it. PPP Punjab General Secretary…
ISLAMABAD: The lawyer of social worker Sarim Burney on Monday said the Federal Investigation Agency (FIA) made ‘baseless’ allegations against his client in a human trafficking case. Burney was taken into custody on June 5 after landing at Jinnah International Airport in Karachi following his visit to the United States. Judicial Magistrate Karachi East heard Sarim Burney’s plea for bail in the human trafficking case. Burney’s lawyer argued that the FIA made baseless allegations without a proper investigation. He explained that the toddler was left at the hospital by the parents themselves. Now, allegations of receiving Rs 3 million are…
ISLAMABAD: The Islamabad High Court (IHC) has instructed the federal government to pay Rs 3 million to the father of Haroon Muhammad, a missing person who disappeared from Khyber Pakhtunkhwa 15 years ago. The case was presided over by IHC’s Justice Miangul Hassan Aurangzeb, who ordered the federal government to compensate the father, instructing that this payment must be made before the next court session. Additionally, the court directed the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Inspector General via the Home Secretary to ensure the compensation is provided. Read More: Pakistan Aims for IMF Bailout with Ambitious 2024/2025 Budget Targets During the proceedings, the…
Pakistan’s coalition government is set to outline ambitious fiscal targets in the 2024/2025 (July-June) budget on Wednesday, aiming to bolster its case for a new bailout deal with the International Monetary Fund (IMF), according to officials and analysts. IMF Loan Negotiations Pakistan is negotiating with the IMF for a loan estimated between $6 billion and $8 billion to prevent a default. The country’s economy is currently growing at the slowest pace in the region. Budget Significance “The budget is crucial for Pakistan’s IMF program and must bridge the gap between revenue collection and total expenditure; it is likely to be…
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…
