ISLAMABAD: Pakistan on Thursday called for the full implementation of the International Court of Justice (ICJ)’s provisional judgment on Gaza requiring an immediate and unconditional ceasefire, urging the UN Security Council to play its mandated role for the purpose. “Pakistan also calls for the full implementation of ICJ’s provisional judgment to uphold human rights, dignity, and identity of the Palestinian people as per the UN Charter, relevant resolutions, and international law. The implementation of these provisional measures requires an immediate and unconditional ceasefire to bring about an end to the suffering faced by the people of Gaza,” Foreign Office spokesperson…
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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
KHANEWAL: Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf’s (PTI) candidate Husnain Shah from Khanewal constituency PP-206 was apprehended by the police. According to the details, Husnain Shah’s arrest is confirmed by his son Zulqarnain. Zulqarnain stated that his father was arrested and he does not have any information that where his father is now. Therefore, on the other hand, police said that they have no information about the arrest of Peer Husnain Shah. They are also unaware of his sudden escape.
RAWALPINDI: Murree Stranded as Heavy Snowfall Causes Chaos on Roads The recent heavy snowfall in Murree has resulted in numerous tourists being stranded for extended periods due to challenging weather conditions. With over ten inches of snowfall within a day, Murree’s roads have become hazardous, leading to traffic congestion and vehicle breakdowns. A significant traffic jam occurred on Murree Expressway and the Lower Topa to Sahar Bagla highway as vehicles struggled in the snow, with accumulations reaching up to one and a half feet in Murree and Galiyat. Tourists stuck in the prolonged traffic jam appealed for urgent measures on…
LAHORE: Adverse weather conditions led to the cancellation of 11 flights nationwide, with two flights being redirected to alternative airports. Aviation authorities reported a total of 770 flight cancellations and 200 diversions in January, primarily due to fog. The Riyadh to Lahore flight, PK-726, experienced a route change, landing in Islamabad at 5:35 pm. Additionally, four Islamabad to Gilgit flights (PK-601, PK-602, PK-605, PK-606) were canceled. Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) faced cancellations for Islamabad to Skardu flights (PK-451, PK-452) and Karachi to Quetta flights (PK-310, PK-311), along with Islamabad to Karachi flight PK-208. Lahore to Quetta flights (PK-322, PK-323) were…
WASHINGTON: The US State Department Spokesperson Matthew Miller expressed condolences for the victims and strongly condemned the assault on the election rally of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI). During a press briefing, the US spokesperson emphasized the right of Pakistanis to select their leaders without intimidation. Miller pointed out that in the past month, there have been attacks on various political parties in Pakistan, with instances of Election Commission staff being targeted in multiple locations. Miller reiterated his condemnation for any acts of violence that undermine the electoral process in Pakistan, emphasizing the importance of a free and transparent election. He stated…
Fortune Barishal is set to welcome back veteran all-rounder Shoaib Malik upon the request of Tamim Iqbal in the ongoing Bangladesh Premier League (BPL). According to sources, Malik is scheduled to rejoin the team on February 2 and is anticipated to participate in the match against Khulna Tigers in Sylhet on February 3. After leaving the BPL for personal reasons and heading to Dubai, Malik received a call from Tamim Iqbal, urging him to return to the team. Malik, who recently got married, had to address match-fixing allegations during his absence, which were refuted by both Malik and Fortune Barishal.…
ISLAMABAD: The Pakistan Parliament’s lower house is set to elect a new prime minister on Sunday, according to a schedule issued by the National Assembly secretariat on Thursday. Candidates aspiring for the position can obtain their nomination papers until 2:00 pm on Saturday, with scrutiny of the nominations to be completed by 3:00 pm on the same day. The election for Prime Minister will be the sole agenda of the National Assembly on Sunday, with all other matters set aside. The Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) has nominated Shehbaz Sharif, while the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf-Sunni Ittehad Council (PTI-SIC) alliance has put forward…
ISLAMABAD: The former prime minister and founder of the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI), has escalated his battle to participate in the upcoming elections by approaching the Supreme Court. This move comes in response to the rejection of his nomination papers in two constituencies, NA-89 and NA-122. Legal appeals have been lodged on Khan’s behalf to challenge decisions made by returning officers, the election tribunal, and the high court, all of which initially rejected his nomination papers citing disqualification under Article 63(1)(h) of the Constitution. This specific article pertains to disqualification for holding an office of profit while serving as a member…
ISLAMABAD: Islamabad High Court (IHC) has deferred its verdict on the petitions seeking the dismissal of the illicit marriage case filed against Imran Khan, the founder of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI), and his wife Bushra Bibi. Chief Justice Aamer Farooq presided over the hearing, where Imran Khan’s lawyer, Salman Akram Raja, presented arguments. During the proceedings, Salman Akram Raja reviewed the statements of the petitioner and witnesses, asserting that the case was initiated to disgrace the petitioners. He argued that the notices were issued for political motives and to generate a scandal. Justice Aamer Farooq inquired about the timing of the…
LAHORE: The Anti-Terrorism Court (ATC) Lahore Wednesday heard the appeal to arrest former federal minister Fawad Chaudhry in all the cases and ordered to arrest him in all the cases at once filed against him The court, after hearing arguments from Advocate Zafar Iqbal Mangan representing Fawad Chaudhary, directed the authorities to arrest him in all the cases simultaneously. Mangan contended that various cases were registered against his client after May 9, and if Fawad Chaudhary were to secure bail in one case, he might still face arrest in another. In response, the court instructed the provision of details regarding…
