Amid escalating tensions following Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI)’s call for a “do-or-die” protest in Islamabad, religious scholars have urged political leaders to act responsibly. They expressed concern that the ongoing protests and sit-ins were damaging the nation. A meeting of the Kul Masalik Ulema Board took place in Lahore on Sunday, chaired by Maulana Asim Makhdoom. Prominent figures like Allama Mohsin Golrawi, Qari Khalid Mahmood, Agha Saghir Abbas Virk, and Allama Muhammad Badr also attended. The scholars emphasized the need for dialogue among political groups. They pointed out that if PTI leaders could meet with JUI-F chief Maulana Fazlur Rehman, they…
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Kurram violence has sparked strong criticism from Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) Chairman Bilawal Bhutto-Zardari. He blamed the Chief Minister Ali Amin Gandapur-led Khyber Pakhtunkhwa government for failing to maintain peace in the region. In a statement on Sunday, Bilawal condemned the government’s inaction. He accused the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) administration of siding with terrorists through its silence. “The government’s negligence is criminal,” Bilawal said. The Kurram district has been gripped by deadly tribal clashes for months. The latest wave of violence erupted last week when gunmen attacked civilian convoys on Thursday, leaving 44 dead. The clashes have claimed over 70…
The National Counter Terrorism Authority (Nacta) has raised alarms about a possible TTP threat targeting Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf’s (PTI) protest planned for tomorrow (November 24) in Islamabad. The militant group, known as “Fitna al-Khawarij” and Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP), poses a significant risk, according to Nacta’s warning. The counter-terrorism body has cautioned that TTP operatives might carry out attacks in major cities. It shared reports that terrorists have recently entered Pakistan from Afghanistan. In response, Nacta has informed Islamabad’s chief commissioner, police inspector general, and officials in Gilgit-Baltistan and Azad Jammu and Kashmir (AJ&K) about the potential danger. Despite these warnings, PT…
Bushra Bibi, the wife of former PTI leader Imran Khan, is in legal trouble. She is facing two legal cases under the Telegraph Act of 1885 and other related laws. FIRs were filed against her in Dera Ghazi Khan and Rajan Pur after a controversial video statement she made recently. In her statement, Bushra Bibi claimed that after Imran Khan visited Medina barefoot, there were calls questioning the former Army Chief Qamar Javed Bajwa about his choice to support Khan. She said Bajwa was told that they were planning to get rid of Sharia law in Pakistan. This, she argued,…
ISLAMABAD: The PTI’s political committee met last night to discuss the future of the November 24 protest march. The committee was divided over whether to cancel the protest in light of the Islamabad High Court’s (IHC) decision and the controversy sparked by Bushra Bibi’s statement. Several members of the PTI’s political committee, who were part of the meeting, expressed support for canceling the protest march. They believed it would be wise to allow a dialogue with the government instead of going ahead with the planned march. The committee then decided to present the option of canceling the protest to Imran…
General Asim Munir, the Chief of Army Staff (COAS), visited Peshawar on Friday to reinforce the commitment of the Pakistan Army to national security. He emphasized the ongoing partnership with Law Enforcement Agencies (LEAs) to tackle those who threaten peace. His remarks came after the National Apex Committee meeting on November 19, 2024, and ahead of the Provincial Apex Committee meeting. During his visit, General Munir received a detailed briefing on the current security situation in the region. The briefing also covered the progress of counter-terrorism efforts. Khyber Pakhtunkhwa’s Chief Minister, Ali Amin Gandapur, and senior field commanders were present…
In Peshawar, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa’s Inspector General of Police, Akhtar Hayat Gandapur, has ordered regional police officers (RPOs) to stay out of political matters. He sent a letter to the RPOs telling them not to get involved in any political activities. This comes after the KP Chief Secretary, Nadeem Aslam Chaudhry, issued a similar warning to provincial officials, including the police. In his letter, Chaudhry made it clear that police and administrative officers must only follow orders that align with the Constitution. He stated that no public servant should support any political party or activity in any way, either directly or…
Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) leader Imran Khan recently revealed that the government offered him a chance to delay his planned protest in Islamabad. However, Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi quickly rejected this claim. Naqvi stated that there had been no negotiations with the former prime minister or his party. The interior minister explained that the government does not engage in talks under threats. “There are no talks. Negotiations cannot happen when threats are involved,” Naqvi said while speaking to the press. He clarified that although he supports talks, they can’t take place if someone is using pressure tactics. This statement came after…
In a recent act of violence, at least 50 people, including a woman, were killed when gunmen opened fire on passenger vehicles in the Ochat area of Kurram district. Police confirmed the incident to the media on Thursday. The convoy was traveling from Parachinar to Peshawar when it was targeted by the assailants. Several people were injured in the attack, including three women. The ongoing violence in the region has escalated in recent months, causing severe problems for the local population. The district has seen ongoing clashes between various tribes and groups. These conflicts have resulted in the loss of…
Recent meetings have taken place between government officials and representatives of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI), focusing on the possibility of initiating a negotiation process. These talks were sparked by an earlier contact between both sides. The aim is to discuss whether a formal negotiation process could begin. If an agreement is made in the coming days, it could result in PTI calling off its planned protest march on November 24. However, before any formal dialogue begins, those involved in the discussions will need to get approval from their top leaderships. For PTI, this means Imran Khan will need to approve the…
