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Following a meeting between Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and Chief Justice of Pakistan (CJP) Qazi Faez Isa, a pivotal decision has been made. This decision revolves around the formation of a commission aimed at investigating the serious allegations brought forth by judges of the Islamabad High Court (IHC). The concerned judges have expressed deep concerns regarding the purported interference of the country’s intelligence agencies in the workings of the judiciary. Federal Law Minister Azam Nazeer Tarar, addressing the media post the crucial meeting, conveyed Prime Minister Shehbaz’s firm assurance to CJP Isa. It was emphasized that the independence of the…

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif recently convened a crucial meeting with Chief Justice of Pakistan (CJP) Qazi Faez Isa to address concerning allegations raised by judges of the Islamabad High Court (IHC). These allegations accused the nation’s intelligence agencies of unwarranted involvement in judicial affairs, as reported by Geo News on Thursday. The Meeting Dynamics Accompanied by the attorney general and the law minister, the prime minister visited the Supreme Court for this pivotal discussion. Notably, Justice Mansoor Ali Shah was also present during the session, adding weight to the discourse. Context of the Allegations The backdrop of this meeting was…

In a collaborative effort with various organizations, FC Balochistan (North) recently conducted extensive anti-trafficking operations across Balochistan, effectively intercepting a substantial amount of illegal goods destined for the region. Spanning from March 6th to March 24th, 2024, these operations led to the prevention of illicit items from entering the area. The operations yielded remarkable results, with a total of 12 metric tons of drugs, 1135 solar panels and inverters, 410 cartons of cigarettes, and 39,260 liters of Iranian diesel seized during the crackdown. Furthermore, a variety of other smuggled goods, including sugar, urea fertilizer, china salt, tires, and non-customs paid…

The Khyber Pakhtunkhwa government made a formal request to the Supreme Court on Monday, urging the withdrawal of the former provincial caretaker government’s appeal against the court’s ruling on October 23. The ruling declared military trials of civilians null and void. Representing the KP cabinet led by Chief Minister Ali Amin Gandapur, the government’s lawyer presented a resolution passed by the provincial cabinet. The resolution aimed to withdraw the intra-court appeal. However, the apex court indicated that appeals on cabinet resolutions couldn’t be returned. Instead, it directed the KP government’s counsel to file a formal application for withdrawal. Last November,…

A tragic event unfolded in Balochistan’s Harnai district when a mine collapsed following an explosion, trapping eighteen miners underground. Immediate rescue operations were launched to extricate the trapped miners from the hazardous conditions below ground. Abdul Ghani, Chief Inspector of Mines in Balochistan, disclosed that the collapse occurred in the Zard Alu area of Harnai, initially ensnaring ten miners due to the buildup of gas. At present, the rescue teams from Shahrigh and Quetta have been mobilized to assist in the mission to free the 18 trapped miners. Despite concerted efforts, the miners remain trapped underground. This incident underscores the…

In a recent operation conducted by the Security Forces in North Waziristan District on the night spanning March 17 and 18, at least eight terrorists were neutralized, including a notorious commander linked to the Mir Ali attack, as reported by the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) on Monday. The operation, prompted by intelligence reports indicating terrorist presence, led to an intense confrontation resulting in the elimination of eight terrorists, among them the high-value target known as Sehra, also identified as Janan, who masterminded the assault on a security forces’ post in Mir Ali on March 16. Sehra had been a prime…

The Federal Ministry of Interior has issued directives to the Punjab government to commence the second phase of operations for the repatriation of Afghan Citizen Cards (ACC) holders starting from April 15. Under the supervision of Federal Secretary Interior Aftab Durani, a video link conference was attended by high-ranking officials of the Interior Ministry, including the Home Secretary Punjab, Noura Alamin. Reliable sources have indicated that the federal government will provide lists of ACC holders to be shared with the police and other law enforcement agencies. Similar to the strategy employed for the apprehension of illegal foreign nationals and Afghan…

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has recently put forward recommendations to the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR), urging an extension of the Capital Gains Tax (CGT) to encompass cryptocurrencies. This directive, disclosed in a report by The News on Monday, underscores the ongoing discussions between the IMF and Pakistani authorities concerning the $3 billion stand-by arrangement (SBA). Review Talks and Financial Tranche Release The review talks, initiated last Thursday, are pivotal for unlocking the final tranche of approximately $1.1 billion secured by Islamabad under a critical rescue package last summer. This financial injection forestalled a sovereign debt default, highlighting the…

President Vladimir Putin clinched a historic victory in Russia’s election on Sunday, marking a significant milestone in his firm grasp on power. His resounding win, securing 87.8% of the vote, underscores Moscow’s stance against the West and its involvement in Ukraine. Putin, a former KGB lieutenant colonel who ascended to power in 1999, emphasized that this victory sends a clear message to the West. It signals that Russia, under his leadership, remains a force to be reckoned with, whether in times of conflict or peace, for years to come. At 71, Putin is poised to enter a new six-year term,…

Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) leader Asad Qaiser expressed reservations regarding the party’s selection of candidates for the imminent senate elections, indicating uncertainty regarding the approval of these candidates by the party’s founder, Imran Khan. Qaiser articulated these concerns during an interview with a news channel . When questioned about his satisfaction with the authenticity of the Senate candidates and whether Khan had endorsed them, Qaiser responded by stating, “I am unaware of Imran Khan’s approval, and therefore, I refrain from commenting on it.” While he acknowledged his knowledge of the candidates nominated for the Senate, he remained ambiguous regarding Khan’s involvement…