The Bushra Bibi iddat case involving her alleged “un-Islamic nikah” with Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) founder Imran Khan has been transferred to another court. This decision was made by the Islamabad High Court on Monday after District and Sessions Judge Shahrukh Arjumand requested the transfer. Bushra’s ex-husband, Khawar Maneka, expressed no-confidence in Judge Arjumand. In a letter to the IHC registrar on May 29, Judge Arjumand stated that it would not be appropriate for him to announce the verdict due to Maneka’s reservations. He requested the registrar to move Bushra Bibi and Imran Khan’s appeals against their conviction to a different…
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Namibia vs Oman was an intense clash that ended in a thrilling super over. David Wiese was the star for Namibia, successfully defending a 22-run target in the super over. In the T20 World Cup 2024 match at Kensington Oval in Bridgetown, Namibia scored 109-6 in 20 overs while chasing 110 against Oman. Needing two runs on the final ball, Wiese couldn’t connect, but a fumble by the wicketkeeper allowed Wiese and Malan Kruger to complete the crucial run. Jan Frylinck was Namibia’s highest scorer with 45 runs off 48 balls, hitting six fours. For Oman, Mehran Khan bowled brilliantly,…
SIC’s Appeal on Reserved Seats will be taken up by the Supreme Court today (Monday). The Sunni Ittehad Council (SIC), an ally of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI), is challenging the Peshawar High Court’s (PHC) verdict. The verdict denied them reserved seats for women and minorities. A full-court bench, led by Chief Justice of Pakistan (CJP) Qazi Faez Isa, will review the SIC’s Appeal on Reserved Seats. The 13-member bench includes all available judges except Justice Musarrat Hilali, who is unwell. On May 6, a three-member Supreme Court bench headed by Justice Mansoor Ali Shah, along with Justices Muhammad Ali Mazhar and…
Intelligence-based operations have been conducted by security forces in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) province, neutralising 23 terrorists between May 26 and 27. The Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) issued a statement on Monday confirming these successful missions. On May 26, security forces carried out an intelligence-based operation in Hassan Khel, Peshawar district. They gunned down six terrorists and busted multiple hideouts. Captain Hussain Jehangir and Havildar Shafiq Ullah embraced martyrdom, fighting bravely during the operation. The following day, another intelligence-based operation took place in the Tank district. Ten terrorists were killed after troops effectively engaged their location. The third engagement occurred in…
Iranian President Raisi and his foreign minister died in a helicopter crash. The incident happened in mountainous terrain and icy weather. An Iranian official reported the tragic news on Monday. Search teams found the wreckage in East Azerbaijan province. “President Raisi, the foreign minister, and all passengers in the helicopter were killed,” said a senior Iranian official. The official spoke anonymously due to the sensitivity of the matter. Iran’s Mehr news agency confirmed the deaths, stating, “All passengers of the helicopter carrying the Iranian president and foreign minister were martyred.” Mehr further reported, “The president of the Islamic Republic of…
Property Leaks Unveil Elite’s Dubai Holdings A collaborative investigative journalism initiative, dubbed as “Property Leaks,” has shed light on the extensive property holdings of the world’s elite in Dubai. This endeavor has unearthed the ownership of properties by political figures, individuals under global sanctions, suspected money launderers, and criminals. Shockingly, Pakistani nationals also feature prominently on this list, with their combined property holdings estimated at a staggering $11 billion. Unveiling ‘Dubai Unlocked’: A Transcontinental Endeavor The project, known as ‘Dubai Unlocked,’ draws upon extensive data detailing hundreds of thousands of properties in Dubai, highlighting their ownership or usage. Spearheaded by…
The Islamabad High Court (IHC) has intervened to halt the government’s plan to block SIMs of non-filers. Today, IHC Chief Justice Aamer Farooq issued a stay order till May 27, responding to a petition filed by a mobile phone company challenging the government’s decision. This development arises from recent discussions between the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) and telecom operators. Initially, the FBR and telecom companies agreed to block SIMs to combat tax evasion and improve revenue. However, this decision faced opposition, leading to a legal challenge. The FBR had announced a gradual approach to blocking SIMs, starting with small…
Sher Afzal Marwat’s Expulsion Sparks Friction in PTI. In a recent PTI meeting, tensions flared as PTI’s senior leaders clashed over Sher Afzal Marwat’s Expulsion from the party’s political committee. Asad Qaiser and Senator Shibli Faraz found themselves at odds, exchanging heated words regarding Marwat’s removal. Asad Qaiser, a longstanding member of PTI since its inception in 1995, voiced his discontent with Marwat’s expulsion, labeling it as “unjust.” Shibli Faraz, however, questioned Qaiser’s authority to comment on party policies, igniting a verbal spat between the two. Amidst the heated exchange, Qaiser emphasized the perceived injustice of using the political committee…
In the heart of Azad Jammu and Kashmir (AJK), a region simmering with discontent, a prolonged strike, led by the Awami Action Committee (AAC), has taken center stage. The initial spark that ignited this movement was the frustration over exorbitant electricity bills and taxes, which have burdened the local populace for far too long. Sit-ins and Road Closures The protest has manifested in various forms, with sit-ins becoming a common sight along the Kohala–Muzaffarabad Road, a vital artery connecting Kohala town to the capital, Muzaffarabad. This 40-kilometer stretch has become a battleground of sorts, as protestors blockade sections of the…
Ireland’s Maiden Win over Pakistan in T20I came with a bang at the Clontarf Cricket Club in Dublin. In a historic showdown, the Irish team stunned the Green Shirts with a five-wicket triumph in the series opener. Despite a fiery start by Pakistan, who managed to snatch two wickets in the initial five overs with Naseem Shah and Shaheen Afridi on the attack, Ireland’s resolve couldn’t be shaken. Andrew Balbirnie and Harry Tector showcased remarkable resilience, steering their team towards victory with a crucial 77-run partnership that turned the tide. Tector’s departure after scoring 36 runs didn’t deter Balbirnie, who…
