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…
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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.…
ISLAMABAD: Former Senator and Chairman of his charity foundation, Talha Mehmood, visited the Khyber Network Islamabad Center on Saturday. During his visit, he explored various departments of the network and received a comprehensive briefing on their operations. In an exclusive interview with Khyber News and K2 Television, Senator Mehmood praised the Khyber Network’s offices and studios for their regional cultural decor, which he noted enhances their aesthetic value. He lauded the AVT Channels Network for its effective role in promoting regional culture through its studios, calling it a commendable and positive aspect. Senator Mehmood also highlighted the Khyber Network’s dedication…
KARACHI: The Pakistan Meteorology Department (PMD) warned Karachi residents on Thursday to get ready for hotter weather in the coming days. They have forecast a period of dry weather with no rain expected, which means temperatures are likely to rise PMD Chief Meteorologist Sardar Sarfraz said there won’t be any rain in Karachi until at least mid-September. He also mentioned that even after that, it’s still uncertain when or if rain will come. The Met Office says Karachi will have partly cloudy and humid weather over the next 24 hours. The minimum temperature recorded in the city was 27.5°C, and…
PESHAWAR: Three teachers were suspended for seating students on ground during classes in Peshawar. An inquiry has been initiated into the matter. District Education Officer of Peshawar (DEO) suspended three school teachers of Government primary school number 2, number 3 and number 4 of seating students instead of classrooms. After the schools reopened following the holidays, District Education Officer of Peshawar (DEO) took action to ensure students were provided with proper facilities. The DEO mentioned that although schools had Rs 50,000 funds in PCT account, students were still being too made sit on the ground instead of being providing mats…
DG ISPR Lieutenant General Ahmad Sharif Chaudhry has emphasized that the army is committed to its accountability system. The law will take its own course if any member of the Pakistan Army is found to be working for personal gain or promoting a specific agenda, he stated. His comments came during a press briefing at Rawalpindi, where he discussed the recent arrest of former Inter-Services Intelligence (ISI) chief, Lieutenant General (retd) Faiz Hamid. The retired general is under investigation for alleged land grabbing and taking valuables from the owner of a private housing society. “A petition was filed against General…
