Former Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) chairman and former prime minister Imran Khan has been arrested in the case of May 9 attack on the General Headquarters (GHQ) of the Pakistan Army also. Imran Khan is incarcerated in Rawalpindi’s Adiala Jail on judicial remand in two references of the National Accountability Bureau (NAB), while his release orders in the cipher case were issued on Monday. The authorities have officially arrested Imran Khan in the GHQ attack case. According to sources, Imran Khan has been named as accused in all the cases related to the May 9, 2023 incidents. On the other hand,…
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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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ISLAMABAD: The founder of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) Imran Khan, and his wife Bushra Bibi are expected to be indicted in the Toshakhana and Al-Qadir Trust corruption cases today. The Accountability Court, conducting the proceedings at Adiala Jail, had to postpone the charges on Monday due to Bushra Bibi’s absence, rescheduling it for today. Imran Khan and his sisters attended the hearing, where the PTI chief and his wife’s counsel, as well as National Accountability Bureau (NAB) representatives, were present. If Bushra Bibi fails to appear today, sources suggest that the court may issue arrest warrants for her. During the hearing,…
PESHAWAR: Jamiat Ulema-e-Islam Fazal (JUI-F) has released first list of 30 candidates for the National Assembly seats from Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. The party spokesperson, Jalil Jan, disclosed the list of confirmed candidates, with ongoing consultations for the remaining seats. Interestingly, Maulana Fazlur Rehman’s sons, Asjad Mahmood and Asaad Mahmood, secured party tickets for Lakki Marwat and Tank constituencies. Surprisingly, the party leader, Maulana Fazlur Rehman, did not make it to the list, fueling speculation about challenges in finding a suitable constituency for him. Additionally, Nasser Musi Zai and Noor Alam Khan were left without tickets for NA-30 and NA-28, respectively, possibly…
At least four people, including a woman, were killed and three got injured when unidentified men opened fire on a passenger van in Parachinar town of the Kurram in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. Police say that the vehicle was travelling to Kohat. Las month, a transgender person was gunned down by unidentified assailants in the Faqeerabad area of Peshawar. According to police, the victim was on his way in the limits of Faqeerabad police station when unidentified men on motorcycle opened fire killing him on the spot.
The United Arab Emirates and India have commenced a joint military exercise, named ‘Desert Cyclone-I’, in Mahajan, Rajasthan’s northern state. The drills are scheduled to conclude on January 15. The exercise involves the participation of 45 soldiers each from the UAE’s Zayed First Brigade and the Indian army’s Mechanised Infantry Regiment, with the primary objective of enhancing cooperation and interoperability during peacekeeping operations, as stated by the Indian Ministry of Defence. https://twitter.com/adgpi/status/1743290805199266191 Notably, military exercises between the UAE and India have been regular since the signing of a comprehensive strategic partnership in 2017. While previous exercises focused on their navies…
Pakistan and United Arab Emirates (UAE) resolved on Saturday to boost bilateral trade. Federal Commerce Minister Gohar Ejaz held a meeting with his counterpart from the UAE, Dr Sani Ahmed in Islamabad. Ejaz highlighted the ample opportunities for economic cooperation between the two nations. Emphasising Pakistan’s commitment to fostering increased investment, he assured that Islamabad is prioritising efforts to elevate bilateral trade to new heights by facilitating UAE investors. Furthermore, Ejaz mentioned that the Specialised Investment Facilitation Cell (SIFC) is actively providing facilities to encourage higher levels of foreign investment in the country.
Saudi Arabia’s commitment to environmental sustainability and desertification combat in Makkah has resulted in a remarkable surge of 600% in greenery over the last five months. The notable increase in vegetation is credited to substantial rainfall, reaching up to 200 mm in certain areas, transforming the once arid landscapes of Makkah. Through thorough analysis of remote sensing data, the Saudi National Center for Vegetation Cover Development identified the initial vegetation area in August, covering 3,529.4 square kilometers, accounting for 2.3% of the region’s total area. However, post-monsoon season, this green expanse expanded significantly. By December 2023, the…
After persistent requests from freelancers and e-commerce enthusiasts in Pakistan, a landmark agreement has been reached between the Pakistani government and PayPal, a globally recognized online payment giant. This agreement is poised to transform domestic remittances by channeling them through PayPal via a third-party service. The development is a long-awaited milestone for the freelance community and e-commerce advocates, who have been pushing for PayPal’s integration into the Pakistani market for an extended duration. Known for its seamless online money transfer services, PayPal operates in an impressive 190 markets globally. Its introduction in Pakistan is expected to significantly simplify financial transactions,…
United Nations: Israeli military forces have have attacked hospitals in Gaza and other vital medical infrastructure nearly 600 times since the war erupted on October 7 last year, the UN health agency said on Friday. Since then, some 613 people have died within the medical facilities and more than 770 have been injured, according to the latest data on healthcare attacks from the Geneva-based World Health Organization (WHO). Condemning the continuing fighting and bombardment, WHO Spokesperson Christian Lindmeier said that the “ongoing reduction of humanitarian space plus the continuing attacks on healthcare are pushing the people of Gaza to breaking…
ISLAMABAD: Following the Prime Minister’s directive, a cabinet committee has been established to investigate the tragic events that unfolded on May 9, 2023. In a notification issued by the Cabinet Division on Saturday, the committee’s purpose is to analyze the causes of the events, determine responsibility, and assess both immediate and long-term implications. Caretaker Federal Minister for Law and Justice, Ahmad Irfan, will lead the committee, with other members including the ministers of interior, information and broadcasting, and human rights. The committee, as per its terms of reference, is tasked with examining the events leading up to the incidents of…
