British filmmaker, producer, and former Prime Minister Imran Khan’s ex-wife, Jemima Khan, has refuted allegations of financing vloggers to garner support for her former husband and his political party, Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI). The accusations were made by PPP Co-chairman Asif Ali Zardari during a recent interview with a private news channel. Responding to the claims on social media, Jemima stated, “This is not true,” emphasizing her commitment to only wishing for “peace & prosperity in Pakistan.” Zardari, in his interview, suggested that vloggers settled abroad were claiming Jemima’s financial support for these bloggers. Alleging the existence of a lobby with…
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The Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) of the State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) has decided, in its convened session today, to maintain the policy rate at 22 percent. This marks the fourth consecutive meeting where the MPC has kept this stance unchanged. The decision aligns with market expectations, with the majority of participants anticipating the retention of the current rate. In the Monetary Policy Statement, released by the central bank, acknowledgment is made of the recent surge in gas prices during November, surpassing the MPC’s initial projections, which could potentially impact inflation. Despite the impact of elevated gas prices, the Committee…
In the ongoing legal proceedings, the indictment against Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) founder Imran Khan and leader Shah Mehmood Qureshi in the cipher case faced delays and could not be filed on Tuesday. The Official Secret Act Special Court presided over by Judge Abul Hasnat Zulqarnain at Adiala Jail, conducted the hearing, with the presence of Federal Investigation Agency (FIA) Special Prosecutor Zulfiqar Abbas Naqvi and legal representatives of both Imran Khan and Shah Mehmood. During the session, the court disposed of six petitions submitted by the lawyers. The judge mentioned addressing the issue of an open trial in jail concerning…
Moments after the City Council approved a resolution enabling K-Electric to collect Karachi Metropolitan Corporation (KMC) charges through citizens’ power bills, Jamaat-e-Islami (JI) Karachi Amir Hafiz Naeemur Rehman announced a no-confidence motion against Mayor Barrister Murtaza Wahab. Expressing disappointment over the PPP mayor’s handling of the water crisis, alleged election rigging, and budget delays, Rehman insisted on addressing public concerns about water-related issues. He called for the transfer of the solid waste department to the local government and claimed rigging in the local body elections. Wahab defended the PPP’s mayoral victory, vowing to prevent corruption and interference in KMC’s jurisdiction.…
Pakistan is gearing up for the announcement of revised petrol and diesel prices for the upcoming fortnight, set to be effective from December 16th to January 1st. The government is expected to reveal the adjusted prices on Friday, December 15, with the changes taking effect after midnight on Saturday, December 16. As of December 1, the current petrol price nationwide stands at Rs281.34 per liter. In the previous review, the government maintained the petrol price, while high-speed diesel (HSD) experienced a Rs7 reduction, resulting in the current rate of Rs289.71, down from Rs296.71 before December 1. Recent reports from credible…
Islamabad: Religious Affairs Minister Aneeq Ahmed announced the federal government’s decision to extend the deadline for receiving Hajj applications by 10 days. Minister Aneeq emphasized that both the regular and sponsor schemes would benefit from this extension, addressing concerns about the lower number of applications due to financial constraints despite a reduced cost package compared to the previous year. During a Senate Standing Committee meeting, Ministry of Religious Affairs officials revealed a 100,000 reduction in Hajj expenses, with ongoing efforts to provide additional relief for pilgrims. Abdul Ghafoor Haideri mentioned the establishment of a sub-committee to engage with the caretaker…
In a decisive address at the interior ministry, Caretaker Prime Minister Anwaar-ul-Haq Kakar issued an unequivocal warning to terrorist groups in Pakistan, urging them to make an “unconditional surrender.” He emphasized that the state would not engage in negotiations with terrorists, asserting a firm stance against those who commit violence and harm innocent citizens. PM Kakar highlighted that the state would not tolerate individuals taking the law into their own hands, emphasizing that only the legitimate armed power of the state’s security forces had the authority. He expressed clarity across all organs of the state in persistently opposing militancy. Addressing…
Islamabad: Caretaker Foreign Minister Jalil Abbas Jilani emphatically rejected the recent judgment by the Supreme Court of India regarding the status of Indian Illegally Occupied Jammu and Kashmir (IIOJK). Jilani emphasized that the endorsement of India’s actions in 2019 is a distortion of justice based on historical and legal inaccuracies. He highlighted that India’s attempts to annex IIOJK are destined to fail. The judgment overlooks the internationally recognized disputed nature of the region. Jalil Abbas Jilani stressed that India’s unilateral measures since August 5, 2019, aimed at altering the demographic and political landscape of IIOJK, are in clear violation of…
Speculation is buzzing within the People’s Party, revealing that a bride has been chosen for Bilawal Bhutto, with the engagement ceremony scheduled for either December 15 or 16. Though the exact location is undisclosed, indications point towards Karachi or the United Arab Emirates. Family involvement is paramount in this union, as Bilawal’s sisters, Bakhtawar Bhutto and Asifa Bhutto Zardari, actively participate in the matchmaking process. The selected bride from Sindh with a family based in the UAE, received favorable reviews during family counseling. Reports suggest that Bakhtawar Bhutto personally met the prospective sister-in-law in the UAE, gaining approval from Asifa…
In an alarming incident in Bahwalngar, a young man, identified as Afan Sohail, allegedly committed fratricide by strangling his 17-year-old sister, Afia Mumtaz, to death. The Saddar police station reported that the accused, a resident of Basti Shera Lakhan Moza Hafizwala, cited “honour” as the motive for his brutal act, fueled by suspicions about his sister’s alleged inappropriate relations with someone. After perpetrating the crime, Afan Sohail fled the scene. The police have initiated an investigation, registered a case and conducting raids to apprehend the perpetrator. The lifeless body of Afia Mumtaz has been transferred to the hospital for a…
