The government has formally declared December 25, 2023, as a public holiday to commemorate the birthday of Pakistan’s founder, Quaid-e-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah. Notably, this date coincides with Christmas Day, observed by the Christian community in Pakistan. The official announcement from the Cabinet Division signifies a dual celebration on December 25th, marked by ceremonies and events nationwide paying homage to Quaid-e-Azam Jinnah’s life, political contributions, and pivotal role in the formation of Pakistan. Activities planned for the day include television and radio broadcasts focusing on Jinnah’s legacy, school processions, marches, and scouting rallies. Simultaneously, the Christian community will engage in…
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Saif Ullah is a Pakistani journalist and political commentator known for his bold, pro-Pakistan perspective on national and regional affairs. His work focuses on defense, governance, and accountability, reflecting a strong commitment to Pakistan’s integrity and sovereignty.
PML-N leader Ishaq Dar has formally written to the Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP) on Thursday, requesting a two-day extension to submit nomination papers before the imminent general elections. As the electoral machinery gears up with just over a month remaining until the polls, the ECP recently released the election schedule, clarifying the timeline for the electoral process. According to the provided schedule, the window to file nomination papers for both national and provincial assembly seats began on the previous day and is set to continue until December 22 (Friday), with a subsequent period allocated for scrutiny from December 24…
Islamabad: A division bench of the Islamabad High Court (IHC), led by Chief Justice Aamer Farooq, has rejected the plea submitted by former Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) chairman, Imran Khan. The plea sought the suspension of the Toshakhana case verdict. While the court has granted a suspension of the sentence specifically related to the Toshakhana case against Imran Khan, it did not entertain his request to suspend the entire verdict. Read More: PHC Urges Quick Decision on PTI Election Case by December 22 Imran Khan’s motive was to avoid potential disqualification, underscoring the legal intricacies surrounding this high-profile case.
The Peshawar High Court (PHC) has issued its reserved verdict on the case regarding the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) intra-party election and election symbol allotment. The PHC has instructed the Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP) to promptly address the matter, setting a strict deadline for a decision to be reached before December 22. Stressing the urgency of a timely resolution, the court highlighted the appropriateness of the ECP providing a conclusive decision on this pivotal issue. This legal development has attracted attention due to its potential impact on the internal dynamics of the PTI, and the court’s directive underscores the need…
Humayun Akhtar Khan, a former federal minister and current leader of the Istehkam-e-Pakistan Party (IPP), took a significant step in his political career on Wednesday by formally submitting his nomination papers for the upcoming general elections scheduled for February 8, 2024. Visiting the return officer’s office in person, accompanied by his supporters, Humayun filed his nomination papers for NA 97 (Faisalabad-III). The ongoing process of acquiring and submitting nomination papers for candidates aspiring to contest national and provincial assembly seats in the impending general elections began today and will continue until Friday, December 22. Addressing the media after completing the…
In Wednesday’s interbank trading session, the Pakistani rupee (PKR) exhibited resilience against the US dollar (USD), registering a gain of over 11 paisa. The closing rate concluded at PKR 282.9, an improvement from the previous day’s closure at PKR 283.01 per USD. The local currency observed a bid high of Rs283 and an ask low of Rs282.5 throughout the day. In the open market, exchange companies quoted the dollar at Rs281.5 for buying and Rs284.5 for selling. Against major currencies, the PKR depreciated by 95.3 paisa against the Euro, closing at Rs310.26 compared to the previous value of Rs309.3. Read…
The National Information Technology Board (NITB) in Islamabad officially introduced the Hajj application on a Wednesday. This innovative application, developed to digitize Hajj operations, was inaugurated by Dr Umar Saif, the caretaker minister for Information Technology and Telecommunications, alongside Aniq Ahmed, the Federal Minister for Religious Affairs and Interfaith Harmony. Dr Umar Saif emphasized the considerable accomplishment of launching the Pak Hajj app, highlighting its role in simplifying access to essential information for pilgrims through a user-friendly interface. He further noted the accelerated pace of digitization in the country, attributing it to the guidance provided by the State Bank…
The Central Directorate of National Savings (CDNA) in Islamabad has recently implemented adjustments to the interest rates across various National Savings schemes, resulting in a reduction of up to 16 percent. Notably, special savings certificates experienced a decrease of 160 base points or 16.40%, while the interest rate on defense savings certificates remains unchanged. Specifically, the Regular Income Certificate saw a reduction of 96 basis points, leading to a new profit rate of 15.12%. Additionally, Behbood Income Certificates and Shuhuda’s Family Welfare Account each underwent a decrease of 24 basis points, resulting in profit rates of 16.08% for both. This…
In a pioneering move to democratize the electoral process, Khyber News has embarked on a groundbreaking journey with the launch of “INTIKHABAAT 2024,” a program designed to foster a meaningful dialogue between political candidates and the residents of the Merged Districts, Baluchistan, and Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KPK) provinces. This unique initiative goes beyond conventional election coverage, aiming to create a broad platform for open discussions, involving both candidates and the common people. The primary objective of INTIKHABAAT 2024 is to facilitate a direct exchange of ideas, concerns, and solutions between political candidates and the electorate. The show adopts a community-centric approach,…
LAHORE: In a proactive move to reclaim public spaces, Deputy Commissioner Rafia Haider, also the Administrator of Metropolitan Corporation Lahore (MCL), has granted a 24-hour extension to the encroachment mafia’s ultimatum. Aligned with the directives of the Punjab Caretaker Chief Minister, a decisive operation against encroachers is now slated to kick off on Wednesday, marking a significant step in restoring the city’s urban landscape. Scheduled for the morning of December 20, the city-wide anti-encroachment operation will be under the vigilant supervision of DC Rafia Haider, acting in accordance with the Chief Minister’s guidance. This collaborative effort involves various entities, including…
