An accountability court in Islamabad granted a two-day physical remand for Imran Khan, founder of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI), in the Toshakhana case. Accountability Judge Mohammad Bashir issued the directive during the hearing at Adiala Jail, rejecting the National Accountability Bureau’s (NAB) initial request for a 7-day remand. This decision follows the dismissal of Imran Khan’s pre-arrest bail plea in the Toshakhana case a day earlier. The Islamabad High Court (IHC) had recently reserved its verdict on Khan’s plea seeking the suspension of his conviction in the Toshakhana case. The former prime minister was disqualified on October 21, 2022, by the…
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Saifullah
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.
The Chief of the Counter Terrorism Department (CTD), Khurram Waris, reported that apprehended terrorists had elaborate plans to target the Karachi-Rohri train. The detained individuals, associated with a proscribed group known as Ashraf (aka Achoo) and Zeeshan Hameed, were also scheming to kidnap a fruit dealer in interior Sindh, intending to relocate him to Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP), as revealed by the CTD in charge. Read More: Tragic Road Accidents Claim Lives in Bahawalpur Subsequently, explosive materials were seized from the arrested terrorists who had allegedly received training in bomb-making from Afghanistan. Ongoing investigations are delving deeper into their activities.
In a tragic incident in Bahawalpur, at least five people lost their lives, and nine others sustained injuries when a bus collided with a truck on the national highway. The collision led to a fire in the truck, but rescue teams promptly responded to the scene to address the aftermath. In a separate road accident in Kandhkot, seven people were killed, and several others were injured as a speeding truck collided with a passenger van on the National Highway near Karampur. The collision involved a Punjab-bound truck from Karachi and a passenger van en route to Sukkur from Kandhkot. The…
President Dr. Arif Alvi emphasized the urgent need for comprehensive, long-term planning to foster sustainable growth in the tourism industry and attract foreign investment. Speaking at the 3rd Sustainable Mountain Sports Tourism Conference 2023 in Islamabad, he highlighted the crucial role of improved infrastructure, effective management, and a clean environment in capturing the interest of international tourists. President Alvi stressed the importance of providing more facilities to the tourism industry, identifying sports, particularly mountaineering, as a potential revenue source. He underscored Pakistan’s wealth of captivating attractions, including the highest mountain peaks, picturesque coastlines, ancient civilizations, and a rich cultural heritage.…
Foreign Office Spokesperson Mumtaz Zahra Baloch, in an interview with a private FM channel on Wednesday, urged Afghan authorities to extradite terrorist leadership, especially that of the TTP, involved in terrorist activities within Pakistan. Baloch emphasized that Pakistan possesses substantial evidence against them and will take legal action. Addressing the recent deadly attack in Dera Ismail Khan, the foreign secretary delivered a strong demarche to the Afghan Charge D’Affaires, demanding that the Afghan government condemn the act, conduct an investigation, and take stern action against those responsible. Baloch stressed the need for Afghanistan to fulfill its obligations and prevent the…
Traffic Engineering & Transportation Planning Agency (TEPA) and the Town Planning Wing of Lahore Development Authority (LDA) joined forces in a coordinated operation on Tuesday, targeting the vicinity of Abdul Haq Road in Johar Town, Lahore. The collaborative effort resulted in the sealing of seven properties due to encroachments on the parking space along Abdul Haq Road. Various shops along this road were cleared of encroachments, with specific incidents including the demolition of stairs in the basement of a pharmacy, leading to the sealing of the area. Meditron Plaza saw the sealing of a store and office situated in the…
The Lahore High Court (LHC) has stirred controversy by acquitting the three main culprits of the infamous Kasur video scandal, despite their prior conviction and life imprisonment sentence by an anti-terrorism court (ATC). The decision, rendered by a two-member bench led by Justice Shahram Sarwar Chaudhry, has ignited public outrage. Raised serious questions about the efficacy of the justice system in handling heinous crimes. During the proceedings, appeals on behalf of the accused were presented by Abid Hussain Kuchi and Sohail Asghar Advocate, leading to a surprising turn of events. The Kasur video scandal, originating in 2015, involved the Ganda…
The federal government announced on Tuesday that it is now mandatory for individuals to undergo training for both the issuance and renewal of arms licenses. According to the updated guidelines, individuals seeking an arms license must participate in a thorough two-day training session before being eligible to obtain the license from either the federal district administration or the Ministry of Interior. The training, held at the Islamabad police shooting range, aims to provide aspirants with essential knowledge and skills related to firearm usage. Successful completion of this training will be a prerequisite for obtaining or renewing arms licenses. Furthermore,…
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…
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…
