ISLAMABAD: The Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP) has reserved its decision on Wednesday regarding the Sunni Ittehad Council’s (SIC) request for reserved seats in both national and provincial assemblies. Chaired by Chief Election Commissioner Sikandar Sultan Raja, a five-member bench of the ECP convened to hear the SIC plea along with six other petitions opposing it. During the hearing, Barrister Ali Zafar presented arguments, asserting that PTI-backed independent candidates had affiliated themselves with the Sunni Ittehad Council (SIC) post-election victory. He contended that these candidates were entitled to reserved seats in the assembly. Zafar highlighted that despite PTI’s submission of…
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Sajjad Ali
Sajjad Ali is ‘Online Web Editor of Khyber News. He is a journalist by profession and working in field for the last ten years. Previously he worked for national media organizations including ‘The Nation’ Daily Pakistan Today, Khyber News. He also worked in media development sector. He can be reached at sajjad.sovereign@gmail.com
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PESHAWAR: The swearing-in ceremony for newly elected members of the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Assembly descended into chaos. The inaugural session, initially scheduled for 11 am, was significantly delayed. Even during the proceedings, disruptions erupted. Muslim League (N) activist Shobia Shahid created a scene by entering the chamber with a watch resulting and refused to leave despite lacking proper authorization. Additionally, PTI workers present in the assembly raised loud slogans, contributing to the chaotic atmosphere. The situation was further exacerbated by a discrepancy between official attendance permits and the actual number of individuals present. Over 1,000 passes were issued, exceeding the assembly…
LAHORE: The Lahore High Court (LHC) on Wednesday dismissed a contempt petition filed by Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) leader Salman Akram Raja against the Returning Officer (RO) of NA-128. Salman Akram Raja’s petition alleging contempt against the Returning Officer for NA-128 was deemed inadmissible. In its written decision, the Lahore High Court outlined three key points regarding the case, which was presided over by Justice Ali Baqir Najafi. The petition argued that the Returning Officer had promised to issue a notice to the candidate prior to the preparation of Form-48, but no such notice was provided. In his plea, Salman Akram…
ISLAMABAD: Caretaker Prime Minister Anwaar-ul-Haq Kakar finally appeared before the Islamabad High Court (IHC) on Wednesday, following two previous summons he had skipped, regarding the case of missing Baloch students. Presided over by Justice Mohsin Akhtar Kayani, a single-judge bench is overseeing proceedings related to the implementation of recommendations from the Commission of Inquiry on Enforced Disappearances, alongside a petition seeking the recovery of missing Baloch students. The IHC had twice summoned the Caretaker Prime Minister, along with the interior secretary and Caretaker Federal Interior Minister Gohar Ijaz, to appear before the court. During the hearing, Attorney General Mansoor Usman initiated…
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) Announces Nationwide Protests on March 2 Over Alleged Election Irregularities PTI spokesperson Sher Afzal Marwat, speaking on behalf of party leader Imran Khan, has revealed plans for countrywide protests scheduled for March 2. These protests aim to address what the party perceives as widespread irregularities in the recent general election held on February 8. Marwat conveyed Imran Khan’s call for active participation in the demonstrations, emphasizing their importance in demanding accountability from relevant authorities. Khan’s endorsement underscores the seriousness of the situation and the party’s commitment to democratic principles. The decision to mobilize the nation on…
The Pakistan Army organized a memorable day for students from North Waziristan, offering them a chance to spend a day in Mir Ali tehsil. The aim was to familiarize the students with the daily operations of the Pakistan Army, showcase modern equipment and facilities, and instill appreciation for the sacrifices made for regional peace. Excited by the opportunity, the students enthusiastically explored the military equipment and expressed aspirations to join the Pakistan Army in the future. The day was filled with various recreational activities, ensuring the students remained engaged and entertained. Expressing their gratitude, the students thanked the Pakistan Army…
District and Sessions Court in Islamabad has granted release to Imran Khan, the founder of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI), along with Senator Faisal Javed, Raja Khurram Nawaz, Ali Nawaz Awan, and Asad Umar in the vandalism case related to the long march. As per details, Judicial Magistrate Shabbir Bhatti has approved the release plea. The court ruled in favor of the applicants, stating that Imran Khan and others were unaware of the implementation of Section 144 in the area. It was highlighted that the Additional District Magistrate had not issued any notification regarding Section 144. The court emphasized that the case…
KARACHI: The coordination committee of the Muttahida Qaumi Movement (MQM) has instructed its recently elected members of the National Assembly to convene in Islamabad today (Wednesday). During the session, which will include members of the MQM’s coordination committee from the National Assembly and the Senate, significant decisions will be made regarding the allocation of ministries in the government. MQM leaders will deliberate during this gathering to determine whether they will align with the opposition or the government. Additionally, discussions will be held regarding the upcoming Senate and presidential elections, including whether they will support Asif Zardari’s candidacy.
The US State Department firmly refutes any claims of meddling in Pakistan’s political affairs, dismissing such allegations as unfounded and inaccurate. Matthew Miller stressed that Pakistan’s future will be determined solely by its own citizens, asserting their right to self-determination. He reiterated the United States’ commitment to upholding the values of free speech and a free press, not only within Pakistan but worldwide. “We support truth and transparency in Pakistan,” the spokesperson declared, emphasizing the US government’s dedication to promoting freedom of expression and an independent media globally. Miller reiterated the United States’ advocacy for media freedom in all nations,…
PESHAWAR: The first session of the 12th Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Assembly is set to commence today at 11 am. Governor Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Haji Ghulam Ali, has convened the assembly meeting as per the constitutional mandate outlined in Article 109 of the Islamic Republic of Pakistan. During this pivotal session, a pro-tem speaker will administer the oath to the 118 newly elected Members of the Provincial Assembly (MPAs) out of the total 145 members of the legislative body. Among the sworn-in MPs, 88 belong to the Sunni Ittehad Council, 7 to Jamiat Ulema-e-Islam (JUI), 8 to Pakistan Muslim League, 4 to Pakistan…
