Diplomatic etiquette was breached when Afghan Consul General Mohibullah Shakir failed to stand during the national anthem at the Qaumi Rehmat Lal Alamin Conference in Peshawar. As the national anthem began, every participant stood in respect. However, Mohibullah Shakir, along with his colleagues, did not. This act has been deemed a violation of diplomatic protocol. According to official sources, the Afghan Consul General’s failure to show respect for the national anthem is a clear breach of diplomatic etiquette. The sources emphasized that diplomatic staff are expected to adhere to the host country’s laws and customs during their tenure. The situation…
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Eid Milad un Nabi (PBUH) is lighting up Pakistan as the country celebrates the birth of Holy Prophet Hazrat Muhammad (SAW) on Tuesday. Streets and buildings across the nation are brightly illuminated, predominantly in green, to honor the occasion. Muslims worldwide observe this significant day on the 12th of Rabi ul Awal. In Pakistan, the celebrations include processions, Milad gatherings, and prayer ceremonies. The Karachi Traffic Police have announced a detailed diversion plan due to three major processions on MA Jinnah Road, which will remain closed for the day. President Asif Ali Zardari and Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif have both…
Constitutional amendments took center stage in the National Assembly on Monday as a fiery debate unfolded. The session, originally set for 11am yesterday, was delayed until late night before being adjourned indefinitely. The debate revolves around the government’s proposed constitutional amendment bill. This comes after the ruling coalition struggled to secure a two-thirds majority in parliament despite intense efforts. The key issue involved Jamiat Ulema-e-Islam-Fazl (JUI-F) Chief Maulana Fazlur Rehman’s stance on the amendments. The session’s delay was due to the ruling coalition’s failure to convince Fazl to support the amendments. Despite efforts, Fazl required more time to review the…
Islamabad High Court Questions Government on Imran Khan’s Military Trial: The Islamabad High Court (IHC) on Monday demanded further clarification from the government about the potential military trial of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) founder Imran Khan. This request comes amid his petition challenging the possibility of a military trial linked to the May 9 riots. Justice Miangul Hassan Aurangzeb, who led the hearing, expressed frustration with the government’s lack of clarity. “There is no clear answer from the government. I am giving you time to bring instructions in this regard,” Justice Aurangzeb stated. The court directed the Ministry of Defence to…
Government’s Secret Constitutional Amendments: JUI-F leader Hafiz Hamdullah expressed confusion on Monday about the government’s covert handling of proposed constitutional amendments. The details of these amendments are being kept hidden from the cabinet, ministers, allies, and opposition alike. “What kind of amendments are these that are concealed from everyone? The original draft is not being shared,” Hamdullah stated on a TV program. The government’s efforts to gain JUI-F chief Maulana Fazlur Rehman’s support for the amendments have not succeeded. Maulana Fazl has refused to back the government’s proposal to extend judges’ tenure or raise their retirement age. This refusal has…
Imran Khan has voiced strong support for Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Chief Minister Ali Amin Gandapur’s proposal to engage directly with Afghanistan to tackle terrorism. During a conversation with journalists at Adiala Jail, the jailed PTI founder endorsed Gandapur’s call for direct talks. Khan emphasized the need for dialogue to combat terrorism effectively. He urged that Gandapur’s efforts should be supported, asserting, “They should be beseeching him to go and talk to Afghanistan for the sake of God.” According to Khan, terrorism cannot be eradicated without meaningful discussions. This support comes after Defence Minister Khawaja Asif criticized Gandapur’s proposal. Asif had labeled…
Armed men linked to Daesh Khorasan stormed a Shia Hazara community gathering in Daikundi province, Afghanistan. The attack left at least 15 people dead and 6 injured. The Afghan Ministry of Interior confirmed that the assailants opened fire indiscriminately on families welcoming pilgrims from Karbala. Daesh Khorasan, a notorious group known for its brutal attacks, claimed responsibility for this assault. This group has a history of targeting mosques and Taliban security forces, despite the Taliban’s assertion that they have significantly weakened Daesh Khorasan since taking power in 2021. The Taliban has largely restored peace, claiming to have dealt with most…
Chief Justice Qazi Faez Isa has decisively rejected any extension to his term. Addressing speculation, the Chief Justice stated, “If they offer an extension, I will not take it.” When asked about Rana Sanaullah, Justice Isa responded, “Bring Rana Sanaullah in front of me.” He made it clear that he had neither met nor spoken to Rana Sanaullah. Justice Isa also discussed a past conversation with Azam Nazeer Tarar. During this discussion, which included Justice Mansoor Ali Shah and the Attorney General, the possibility of an extension for the Chief Justice was raised. Justice Isa firmly declined the suggestion. He…
The Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) held a major rally in Islamabad, demanding the release of its jailed founder, Imran Khan. PTI gave a two-week deadline for his release, threatening to take matters into their own hands if not met. Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Chief Minister Ali Amin Gandapur led the event in the Sangjani area, vowing to fight for Khan’s freedom. “If Imran Khan is not released in one or two weeks, we will free him ourselves,” Gandapur declared, adding that he would be the first to face any consequences. The rally proceeded under tight security. PTI participants gathered in Sangjani, despite facing…
GILGIT: Provincial Finance Minister Engineer Muhammad Ismail has stated that steps are being taken to restore the health cards in Gilgit Baltistan. He assured that health cards will be restored soon. On Friday, while addressing the Gilgit Baltistan Legislative Assembly in response to a notice from opposition member Kaneez Fatima, he stated that restoration of cards is a significant issue. In other three provinces Punjab, Balochistan and Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa the health cards has already been restored. In this regard, the provincial government has been in communication with the federal government, and a meeting has also been held with relevant federal officials.…
