The Accountability Court in Islamabad has issued an order to seize all properties and assets in Pakistan belonging to property tycoon Malik Riaz in connection to the £190m case. Declaring Malik Riaz and his son Ahmed Ali Riaz as proclaimed offenders, the court, headed by Judge Mohammad Bashir, instructed the National Accountability Bureau (NAB) to confiscate their properties, bank accounts, and vehicles. Despite court orders, the accused duo failed to appear before the Accountability Court, leading to this decisive action. The court’s directive encompasses a comprehensive freeze, including the seizure of properties, freezing of bank accounts, and impounding of vehicles…
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The Pakistan Muslim League N (PMLN) has strategized a series of political rallies in Lahore on February 8, 2024, leading up to the impending general elections. Party leader Nawaz Sharif and chief organizer Maryam Nawaz are slated to participate in these rallies, as revealed during a meeting with Ishaq Dar and Bilal Yasin. PMLN leaders will organize rallies in various constituencies across Lahore in the coming days, with both Nawaz Sharif and Maryam Nawaz scheduled to address the gatherings. Notably, Nawaz Sharif is contesting from National Assembly Constituency 130, while Maryam Nawaz is vying for NA-119 Lahore in the upcoming…
Chief Justice Qazi Faez Isa of Pakistan, during an event in Islamabad on Saturday, affirmed his commitment to surpassing the number of cases filed, expressing determination to enhance judicial efficiency. He highlighted that the Supreme Court had successfully disposed of 504 cases in the previous week, surpassing the 335 cases filed during the same period. Read More: Karachi’s CAA Introduces 100 Rupees Fee for Domestic Flight The Chief Justice disclosed that, between September and December 2023, a substantial total of 5,305 cases were resolved by the Supreme Court. Additionally, he announced the establishment of a fundamental rights monument in the…
Foreign Minister Jalil Abbas Jilani conveyed Pakistan’s willingness to collaborate with Iran on various issues, emphasizing mutual trust and cooperation during a telephonic discussion with Iranian counterpart Hossein Amir-Abdollahian. This comes after Pakistan’s targeted strikes on terrorist hideouts within Iran, employing precision measures to minimize collateral damage. Read More: Karachi’s CAA Introduces 100 Rupees Fee for Domestic Flight The operation, codenamed ‘Marg Bar Sarmachar,’ successfully targeted hideouts of Balochistan Liberation Army and Balochistan Liberation Front terrorists. The Pakistan Armed Forces maintain readiness to ensure citizens’ safety, expressing unwavering determination to safeguard the country’s sovereignty. The statement advocates dialogue and cooperation…
The Punjab Police in Lahore has formally requested Rs1.19 billion from the provincial government to cover expenses related to security measures for the upcoming general elections in 2024. The funds are sought for various aspects, including security personnel, petrol, and food and drink expenditures. The Election Commission has received the updated scheme of polling stations following a recent survey. Read More: Karachi’s CAA Introduces 100 Rupees Fee for Domestic Flight Notably, the police have identified 5,624 polling stations as highly sensitive and 14,072 as sensitive. Control rooms have been established in the Inspector General (IG) office for election day…
The Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) in Karachi has recently mandated a new fee of 100 rupees for domestic flight passengers, with airlines responsible for collecting and remitting the charges. The CAA spokesperson emphasized the importance of these fees in supporting airport facilities and services. The funds generated will be directed toward maintaining and enhancing domestic airports to ensure a seamless and secure travel experience. Read More: Pakistan-Iran Tensions: Diplomatic Efforts Follow Retaliatory Strikes as Leaders Seek Resolution Passengers are urged to stay informed about these regulations and cooperate during ticketing and boarding. The CAA sees this initiative as a continual…
Caretaker Foreign Minister Jalil Abbas Jilani emphasized Pakistan’s reluctance for escalation during a telephonic conversation with Turkiye’s Minister of Foreign Affairs Hakan Fidan. The dialogue followed Pakistan’s retaliatory strikes on terrorist camps in Iran named “Operation Marg Bar Sarmachar.” Read More: China Offers to Mediate as Pakistan-Iran Border Tensions Flare In a positive exchange, Additional Foreign Secretary Rahim Hayat Qureshi engaged with Iranian counterpart Seyed Rasoul Mousavi, aiming to restore trust and resolve issues through dialogue. The situation prompted Caretaker Prime Minister Anwaarul Haq Kakar to convene federal cabinet and National Security Committee meetings to discuss the Pak-Iran tension, evaluating…
In an effort to defuse escalating tensions between Pakistan and Iran, Russia, Turkey, Afghanistan, and other nations have collectively called for maximum restraint and diplomatic solutions. The recent conflict arose following an unprovoked missile strike by Iran, leading to casualties in Pakistan’s Balochistan region. In response, Pakistan launched an overnight counterattack on militant targets in Iran. Russian Foreign Ministry spokeswoman Maria Zakharova stressed the importance of resolving differences through diplomacy to avoid regional chaos, emphasizing the shared membership of both countries in the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO). Turkey’s foreign ministry also urged restraint, emphasizing the need for resolving issues…
Caretaker Prime Minister Anwaar-ul-Haq Kakar has established a high-level committee, led by Federal Minister Shahid Ashraf Tarar, to oversee security measures for the upcoming February 8 elections. Comprising key officials, including the Ministry of Interior’s secretary and chief secretaries of all provinces, the committee’s formation responds to heightened concerns from political figures regarding the law and order situation. Recent incidents of violence during election campaigns have raised security apprehensions, prompting demands for increased protection and calls for potential election delays. The government, aiming to ensure security, plans to deploy thousands of security forces in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa ahead of the polls.
The Oil and Gas Regulatory Authority (OGRA) announced a reduction in liquefied natural gas (LNG) prices for January, providing relief to consumers amid heightened winter demand. Sui Northern Gas Pipelines Limited (SNGPL) sees a $1.13 cut to $13.68 per MMBtu, while Sui Southern Gas Company Limited (SSGCL) benefits from a $1.21 reduction, bringing prices down to $14.24 per MMBtu. The move aims to alleviate winter energy costs for households. In a separate development, the Ministry of Energy and Pakistan LNG Limited (PLL) successfully secured an LNG cargo from the State Oil Company of the Azerbaijan Republic (SOCAR) under a government-to-government…
