ISLAMABAD: The Constitutional Amendment is being hailed as a historic milestone for Pakistan after Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif announced its passage in the National Assembly on Sunday. The Prime Minister emphasized the significance of this moment, stating, “Today, it’s been decided that parliament reigns supreme.” In a late-night session, 225 members of the assembly, including coalition partners and independent lawmakers, voted in favor of the amendment, surpassing the necessary threshold of 224 votes. The crucial backing from a few independent candidates played a pivotal role in this legislative success. Notably, the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) party did not participate in the…
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RAWALPINDI: Terrorism remains a significant threat as security forces apprehended five militants, also referred to as “Khawarij,” during an intelligence-based operation (IBO) in Balochistan’s Pishin. The Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) announced the operation on Saturday. The forces seized a large cache of weapons, ammunition, and explosives, including three suicide vests. These militants were linked to various terrorist attacks and were reportedly planning to target both security personnel and innocent civilians. This operation highlights ongoing efforts to combat terrorism, which has seen a worrying increase recently. According to the third quarterly report (Q3) from the Centre for Research and Security Studies…
ISLAMABAD: Constitutional amendments are in the spotlight as the federal cabinet prepares to meet today (Saturday). The focus will be on the recently approved draft of the 26th Constitutional Amendment after extensive discussions over the past month. The proposed amendments received unanimous backing from both the government and opposition members. This announcement came following a session of the special committee led by Syed Khursheed Shah from the Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP). Key political figures from major parties attended, with the exception of Awami National Party’s Aimal Wali Khan. The draft suggests forming a constitutional bench and outlines a parliamentary role…
The JUI-F has firmly denied reports suggesting an internal faction within the party. Party officials stress that all lawmakers will follow directives regarding the proposed 26th Constitutional Amendment. This denial follows claims that a small group of four to five parliamentarians may support the amendment. These members reportedly believe JUI-F should endorse judicial reforms included in the proposal. In a statement to the media, JUI-F spokesperson Aslam Ghauri dismissed these rumors. He stated, “There is no truth to the claims. We are in regular contact with all our members.” Ghauri added that, out of the party’s eight MNAs and five…
Pakistan delivered a commanding performance against England on Friday, securing a decisive victory at the Multan Cricket Stadium. The win, by 152 runs, levels the three-match Test series at 1-1. Chasing a target of 297 runs, England collapsed to 144 all out in the morning session of the fourth day. Skipper Ben Stokes was England’s top scorer with 37 runs. However, the team struggled against Pakistan’s spinners throughout the match. Noman Ali was the standout bowler for Pakistan, taking 8 wickets for just 46 runs. When England resumed their innings at 36-2, they needed a remarkable effort to chase down…
Yahya Sinwar has been killed by Israeli forces, marking a pivotal moment in the ongoing Gaza conflict. This action concludes a year-long pursuit of the mastermind behind the October 7 attack on Israel. The Israeli foreign minister, Israel Katz, confirmed the reports on Thursday. Following this, the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) announced that Sinwar had been “eliminated.” Prime Minister Netanyahu declared, “today we have settled the score.” He described Sinwar’s death as the “beginning of the end.” Netanyahu emphasized that this action shows the fate of those who threaten Israel. He noted, “the war is still ongoing, and it’s costly.”…
Judicial reforms took center stage during a late-night meeting at the Sharif family’s Jati Umra residence in Lahore on Wednesday. Political heavyweights, including the Sharif brothers, President Asif Ali Zardari, and JUI-F chief Maulana Fazlur Rehman, gathered to discuss these crucial reforms. President Zardari and Maulana Fazl attended a dinner hosted by PML-N President Nawaz Sharif. Key figures present included Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar, Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz, and PPP Chairman Bilawal Bhutto-Zardari. The meeting underscored the importance of the proposed judicial reforms. Following the discussions, Maulana Fazl, Bilawal, and Dar addressed the media. Fazl…
Sajid Khan made headlines on Thursday with a brilliant bowling display as England were dismissed for 291. England resumed their innings at 239-6, but Jamie Smith and Brydon Carse struggled to offer much resistance. The innings ended swiftly, with Jack Leach remaining unbeaten on 25. Pakistan now holds a 75-run lead after scoring 366 in their first innings. A day earlier, England seemed in control. Ben Duckett’s century gave them a strong response to Pakistan’s opening score. However, Sajid Khan turned the match around with his exceptional performance. The right-arm off-break bowler claimed the crucial wickets of centurion Duckett, as…
On October 16, 2024, India’s External Affairs Minister, Dr. S. Jaishankar, addressed the 23rd Meeting of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) Council of Heads of Government in Islamabad. His speech, while framed in diplomatic niceties and highlighting the significance of the SCO, is layered with contradictions that reflect India’s broader geopolitical ambitions. It is evident that the speech serves not just as a call for cooperation but also as a carefully crafted narrative aimed at promoting India’s interests, often at the expense of sincere dialogue with neighboring countries, particularly Pakistan. Surface Diplomacy: Acknowledgment of Pakistan’s Presidency Dr. Jaishankar began with…
SCO Summit discussions kicked off in Pakistan as External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar delivered India’s national statement at the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) Council of Heads of Government meeting. This gathering marks a significant moment as it’s the first visit by an Indian Foreign Minister to Pakistan in nearly nine years. In his address, Jaishankar emphasized the importance of the SCO in responding to today’s challenges. He highlighted five main points: Countering Terrorism: Jaishankar stressed that the SCO’s primary goal of combatting terrorism, separatism, and extremism is crucial now more than ever. He called for honest dialogue, trust, and a…
