Author: Sajjad Ali

ISLAMABD: The federal government has challenged the Supreme Court’s decision that invalidated amendments to the National Accountability Bureau (NAB) laws. Filed under the recently endorsed Practice and Procedure law, the government’s review appeal argues that the court overstepped by deeming the amendments unconstitutional, asserting it impinged on parliamentary rights. The petition urges the court to reinstate the amendments, emphasizing the parliament’s legislative prerogative. Parties implicated in the appeal include the government, NAB, and Imran Khan, Chairman of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf. Former Chief Justice Umar Ata Bandial, leading a three-member bench, had deemed the NAB law amendments illegal on September 15. The…

WASHINGTON: United States President Joe Biden has confirmed his visit to Israel to express solidarity in response to the Hamas unprecedented attacks for liberating its territory from occupier forces  . The President’s itinerary extends beyond Israel, as he plans to proceed to Jordan to address urgent humanitarian needs and engage in discussions with regional leaders. President Biden’s visit to Israel carries significant diplomatic and humanitarian implications, reflecting his commitment to support Israel which continuously attacking civilian populated areas in Gaza Strip.  In a statement issued on X, he declared, “I will go to Israel to express solidarity against the terrorist…

ISLAMABAD: A special court formed under  Official Secrets Act  adjourned hearing in the cipher case against Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf Chairman Imran Khan and Vice-Chairman Shah Mahmood Qureshi on Tuesday without indicting them. The special court, initially set for October 17, delayed the indictment of former Prime Minister Imran Khan and ex-Foreign Minister Shah Mahmood Qureshi due to undistributed challan copies. Both politicians, refusing to sign at the prior hearing, saw proceedings at the jail on Tuesday, led by Judge Abu Alhasnaat Zulqurnain and Special Prosecutor Shah Khawar. Imran Khan, with lawyers Salman Safdar Butt and Khalid Yousaf, attended the courtroom within…

BEIJING: Russian President Vladimir Putin arrived in China on Tuesday for a summit with his “dear friend” Xi Jinping. The meeting, amid the Israel-Hamas conflict, coincides with a forum on President Xi’s Belt and Road Initiative, hosting representatives from 130 countries. Putin, facing international isolation post-Ukraine invasion, aims to strengthen ties with China, his major global partner. The leaders are set to discuss international and regional issues, notably the Israel-Hamas conflict, though specifics weren’t provided. The United States has urged China to use its influence to de-escalate the conflict. China, having brokered talks between Iran and Saudi Arabia, plans to…

NEW YORK: The United Nations said Israel’s military informed it late on Thursday that 1.1 million Palestinians in Gaza should relocate to the south part of the enclave within the next 24 hours, in what Palestinians fear could be a precursor to a planned Israeli ground offensive following a Hamas group attack. UN spokesperson Stephane Dujarric, in a statement from New York, revealed that UN officials in Gaza were notified by their liaison officers in the Israeli military about the relocation directive for the entire population north of Wadi Gaza. This area includes Gaza City, the largest city in the…

ISLAMABAD: Pakistani pacer Naseem Shah announced that he has been granted a prestigious United Arab Emirates (UAE) Golden Visa on Instagram on Friday. Taking to Instagram, Shah extended his deep appreciation to the UAE for bestowing him with the golden visa. Naseem stated: “Great honour to receive my Golden Visa from a country that I call my second home!” As per the official website of the UAE government, the golden visa represents a long-term residency permit that offers foreign talents the opportunity to reside, work, or study within the country, all while enjoying exclusive privileges. The categories eligible for the…

ISLAMABAD: Pakistan has strongly criticized the Israeli authorities on Thursday for what it deemed as “indiscriminate and disproportionate” use of force against civilians in Gaza, urging an immediate halt to hostilities. Mumtaz Zahrah Baloch, the Foreign Office Spokesperson, expressed Pakistan’s deep concern over the worsening humanitarian crisis in Gaza due to what she described as the “inhumane blockade and collective punishment by Israeli forces.” This condemnation follows Israel’s imposition of a “total siege” to prevent food and fuel from reaching the 2.3 million people in the enclave, many of whom are poor and reliant on aid. The move was in…

As only 19 days remain for illegal immigrants living in Pakistan before they must depart or face deportation, law enforcement agencies have intensified the crackdown against Afghan refugees. However, Afghan refugees living in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa are reluctant to return to Afghanistan. They say that they were born and raised in Pakistan, studied, and have businesses there. They are very concerned as they are at risk of deportation to a strife-torn country they have never seen. Pakistan has set a month deadline for eviction of undocumented Afghan refugees, which expires on October 31, citing economic and security challenges. Afghan refugees said…

ISLAMABAD: In Pakistan, the price of 24-karat gold reached Rs 205,000 per tola on Thursday, while people interested in 22-karat gold can acquire it for Rs 181,500 per tola. For those looking to make smaller purchases, 10 grams of 24-karat gold are priced at Rs 187,917, and 10 grams of 22-karat gold can be obtained for Rs 161,109. It’s important to note that gold rates in Pakistan can fluctuate multiple times during the day in response to global market dynamics. These rates are sourced from reputable outlets, primarily located in Karachi and Multan. To obtain the most accurate gold rates…

JEDDAH: Saudi Arabia’s Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman and Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi held a telephonic conversation regarding the ongoing Feconflict between Israel and Hamas, as reported by Saudi state media early Thursday. This marks their first call since their surprising diplomatic reconciliation in March. According to the official Saudi Press Agency (SPA), Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman and President Raisi discussed “the current military situation in Gaza and its surroundings.” The SPA also stated that Prince Mohammed emphasized Riyadh’s commitment to “communicating with all international and regional parties to stop the ongoing escalation.” Furthermore, the Crown Prince underscored “the…