PESHAWAR: Khyber Pakhtunkhwa assembly session islikely to be held on May 10 as Supreme Court (SC) on Monday suspended the decision of Peshawar High Court (PHC) regarding reserved seats. MPAs elected in the by-elections from Kohat and Bajour will take oath during the session. Apart from this, the budget presented by the caretaker government and the budget presented by the current government for a three-month period will be approved. It is pertinent to mention here that the session of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Assembly is being summoned by the PTI government after SC suspended the decision of Peshawar High Court (PHC) regarding…
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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 Director General of ISPR Major General Ahmed Sharif Chaudhry stated on Tuesday that the violent riots of May 9 were not only an assault on the Pakistan Army but on the entire people. Asserting the necessity of upholding the justice system, he emphasized the imperative to apprehend those responsible for the incidents. In a press briefing, Major General Ahmed Sharif Chaudhry, remarked that both the people and armed forces bore witness to the events of May 9. He highlighted how people were influenced by false propaganda, leading to orchestrated attacks on military installations nationwide. Chaudhry noted a shift…
ISLAMABAD: The Supreme Court Bar Association (SCBA) has urged for a thorough investigation into any attempts to influence the judiciary. The SCBA’s stance comes as it presents its recommendations to the Supreme Court, which recently took suo motu notice of letters penned by six judges from the Islamabad High Court, alleging interference in judicial matters. In its submission, the bar association stressed the imperative of safeguarding the independence and integrity of the judiciary against external pressures. “There exists a code of conduct governing the responsibilities and protection of judges,” emphasized the SCBA. Among the proposals submitted was the call for…
ISLAMABAD: Another letter has emerged from the Islamabad High Court, calling attention towards a growing trend of malicious campaigns against the judiciary. Justice Mohsin Akhtar Kayani has penned a letter to the Chief Justice of the IHC, urging swift action to initiate contempt of court proceedings against those involved in what appears to be a smear campaign. This development comes on the heels of a similar communication sent by Justice Babar Sattar to the IHC Chief Justice just the day prior, indicating a unified effort among judges to address what they perceive as an assault on the integrity and authority of…
RAWALPINDI: Pakistan’s security forces have killed six terrorists in a successful intelligence-based operation carried out in North Waziristan district of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, as announced by the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) in a press release on Saturday. The operation, prompted by intelligence reports, unfolded during the night of May 3rd and 4th, targeting the presence of terrorists in the region. A fierce exchange of gunfire ensued between security forces and the terrorists, resulting in the elimination of six terrorists and the dismantling of their hideout. According to ISPR, the slain terrorists were actively involved in various terrorist activities, including attacks on…
The Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) has once more faced denial in securing permission to conduct a rally in Bagh-e-Jinnah Karachi. The Deputy Commissioner (DC) East Karachi has reiterated the refusal to grant permission for the PTI rally. Originally scheduled for May 5 under the banner of ‘Pakistan Constitution Protection Movement,’ the PTI is now contemplating an alternative date for the event. Ali Baloch, PTI Sindh Secretary Information, expressed confidence in the judiciary for justice. He highlighted an upcoming hearing on May 6, indicating that the PTI would await the court’s decision before announcing a new date for the rally.
The 30th edition of the Sultan Azlan Shah Hockey Cup in Malaysia kicks off today, featuring Pakistan facing the host team in their inaugural match at 5:30 pm. According to the International Hockey Federation, six teams will participate in the Sultan Azlan Shah Cup: Canada, Japan, Malaysia, New Zealand, Pakistan, and South Korea. Following the tournament, all teams except Japan will journey to Poland to partake in the FIH Hockey Men’s Nations Cup. The event, running until May 11 in Ipoh, Malaysia, begins with a round-robin stage where each team will compete against one another, followed by playoffs. Teams at…
ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif was scheduled to oversee the performance evaluation of Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) officials today, as per sources. Reports indicated that the premier had called for a meeting with FBR officials, instructing them to convene at Model Town in Lahore. Sources revealed that during the meeting, the Prime Minister would receive a briefing on tax collection. In a separate development, it was noted that PM Shehbaz was anticipated to nominate Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) leader Nawaz Sharif as the party president during crucial gatherings scheduled for next Saturday, May 11. Sources disclosed that meetings of the…
ISLAMABAD: Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Mohammad Ishaq Dar engaged in discussions with his counterpart from Niger, Bakary Yaou Sangare, during a bilateral meeting held on the sidelines of the 15th Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) Summit in Banjul, The Gambia. The exchange focused on a broad spectrum of issues, with both sides expressing their commitment to bolster bilateral dialogue and cooperation, particularly in the economic sphere. The meeting also delved into the coordination efforts within the OIC framework, with both parties affirming their dedication to collaborating closely to advance collective interests within the OIC and beyond. Deputy Prime…
Pakistan and The Gambia have solidified their commitment to strengthening bilateral relations across various sectors including trade, agriculture, education, and tourism. This understanding was reached during a meeting between Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Mohammad Ishaq Dar and Minister of Foreign Affairs, International Cooperation, and Gambians Abroad Dr. Mamadou Tangara, held on the sidelines of the 15th OIC Islamic Summit in Banjul. During the meeting, both leaders signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on Bilateral Political Consultations, aiming to establish a platform for regular dialogue and collaboration between their respective foreign affairs ministries. This initiative is expected to reinforce…
