Tue, 21-Oct-2025

Khuzdar blast leaves CTD SHO martyred

Khuzdar blast

An explosion in Khuzdar, targeting the vehicle of the Counter-Terrorism Department’s (CTD) station house officer (SHO), resulted in the SHO’s tragic martyrdom, BOL News reported. The incident occurred on Ibrahim Road in Khuzdar, where the vehicle of SHO CTD Khuzdar, Muhammad Murad, was subjected to the attack. Police stated that an explosive device had been … Read more

PPP initiates meetings with ANP, MWM, PAT ahead of elections

PPP

In anticipation of the upcoming general elections, the Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) has initiated the process of engaging with various political entities through its Raabta Committees. The PPP Raabta Committee has commenced discussions with the Awami National Party (ANP), focusing on the political landscape in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) and Karachi. Sources reveal that both parties, … Read more

CM Naqvi takes initiatives to make Punjab dust-free

Punjab dust-free

Following the directives of Punjab Chief Minister Mohsin Naqvi, the initiative to transform Lahore into a dust-free city has been officially launched. Mechanical washing and sweeping operations have commenced during the night shift as part of a phased plan to eliminate dust from 79 roads in Lahore. Commissioner Lahore Muhammad Ali Randhawa, accompanied by CEO … Read more

Passenger held at Karachi Airport over tampering with passport

FIA

Federal Investigation Agency (FIA) Immigration arrested a passenger at Karachi Airport, on charges of tampering with the visa pages of his passport. The preliminary investigation revealed that the accused Naeem Akhtar had traveled to Nigeria using a Pakistani passport and a legitimate visa. Subsequently, he attempted to reach Italy with an Italian visa obtained through … Read more

Peshawar to Rashakai motorway closed due to dense fog

Fog forces closure of several motorway sections across Punjab

Motorway authorities have closed the Peshawar to Rashakai section of the motorway for all traffic due to reduced visibility caused by fog. The decision aims to prevent accidents, and authorities advise against unnecessary travel during fog hours. Fog lights should be used while traveling, and the motorway will reopen after the fog subsides. In contrast, … Read more

ATC rejects Asad Umar’s bail in Askari Tower attack case

Askari Tower attack

The interim bail of former Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) leader Asad Umar in the May 9 Askari Tower attack case was rejected by an anti-terrorism court (ATC) in Lahore on Saturday. ATC Admin Judge Ubhar Gul dismissed Umar’s bail plea and initiated the trial in the case. Following the arrest of PTI chairman on May 9 … Read more

SC to hear intra-court appeals against ‘civilian military trial’ verdict on Dec 13

civilian military trial

The Supreme Court is set to hear a series of intra-court appeals challenging the October 23 verdict against civilian trials in military courts on December 13. The earlier Supreme Court decision, with a majority of 4-1, ruled against civilian trials in military courts. In the widely praised ruling, a five-member SC bench — comprising Justices … Read more

PTI chief moves LHC against jail trial in ECP contempt case

ECP contempt case

PTI Chairman Imran Khan on Saturday challenged the jail trial scheduled by the Election Commission of Pakistan in contempt case on December 13. ECP had decided to conduct jail trial of Imran Khan in contempt case and indict the former prime minister on December 13. Imran’s application submitted in the Lahore High Court (LHC) states … Read more

Interim bail of Uzma, Aleema Khan in May 9 cases extended

May 9 bail

The Anti-Terrorism Court of Lahore on Saturday extended the interim bail of PTI chief’s sisters Uzma and Aleema Khan in May 9 cases till January 9. PTI Chairman Imran Khan and his sisters have been booked under the charges of attacking Jinnah House, burning of a The hearing was presided over by Anti-Terrorism Court Judge … Read more

ATC cancels Marriyum Aurangzeb’s arrest warrant in anti-state speech case

Marriyum Aurangzeb arrest

The Anti-Terrorism Court of Lahore on Saturday canceled the arrest warrant of PMLN leader Marriyum Aurangzeb in the anti-state speech case. Marriyum along with PMLN’s Mian Javed Latif appeared before the ATC, following which she secured a relief from possible arrest in anti-state speech case. ATC judge Abhar Gul Khan conducted the hearing against PMLN … Read more

Bushra Bibi’s interim bail extended in Al-Qadir Trust case

Al-Qadir Trust

The accountability court has granted an extension to the interim bail of PTI Chairman Imran Khan’s wife Bushra Bibi in the Al-Qadir Trust case. The hearing was presided over by Accountability Court Judge Muhammad Bashir at Adiala Jail. Bushra Bibi’s interim bail has been extended until December 13, and the next hearing is scheduled for … Read more

IPP to hold power show in Karachi on Dec 24

IPP karachi

The Istehkam-e-Pakistan Party (IPP) has announced to hold a power show in Karachi on December 24. The IPP’s public gathering will be held under the leadership of Mehmood Maulvi The gathering will feature addresses from prominent figures, including Patron Chief Jahangir Tareen, President Aleem Khan, and other leaders. Mehmood Maulvi anticipates a substantial number of … Read more

ECP to hold contempt case hearing against PTI chief, Fawad in Adiala jail

ECP contempt case

The Election Commission of Pakistan has decided to hold the contempt case trial against PTI Chairman Imran khan and Fawad Chaudhry in the Adiala jail. The decision to hold jail trial of Imran Khan and Fawad came from a four-member commission led by ECP member Nisar Durrani. The former prime minister Khan and ex-PTI leader … Read more

SC moved to remove Justice Ijaz ul Ahsan from SJC

Justice Ijaz ul Ahsan

A petition has been filed in the Supreme Court, seeking the removal of Justice Ijaz ul Ahsan from the Supreme Judicial Council. The application, representing complainant Mian Dawood, urges that Justice Ijaz ul Ahsan to be barred from participating in the Supreme Judicial Council meetings. The petitioner suggests appointing another senior judge in place of … Read more

SC rules fining husband Rs100,000 on delaying haq mehar payment to wife

haq mehar

The Supreme Court of Pakistan ordered a fine of Rs 100,000 and legal proceedings against a husband for delaying the payment of haq mehar to his wife for six years. The court ruled that husbands are obligated to pay haq mehar whenever their wives demand it. Emphasizing haq mehar as a Shariah requirement protected by … Read more

IHC rejects PTI chief’s withdrawal plea against Toshakhana disqualification

Toshakhana

The Islamabad High Court (IHC) on Wednesday rejected PTI Chairman Imran Khan’s petition for plea withdrawal, challenging his disqualification by the Election Commission of Pakistan in the Toshakhana reference. IHC delivered its highly anticipated verdict today on Imran Khan’s petition challenging his disqualification in the Toshakhana reference. The Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP) had, on … Read more

Finance Division disburses Rs17.4bn to ECP for elections

elections

The Finance Division announced releasing Rs17.4 billion to the Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP) for the forthcoming general elections. This disbursement supplements the Rs10 billion released in July 2023, bringing the total funds allocated for the elections to Rs27.4 billion. The Finance Ministry reiterated its dedication to providing funds as needed by the Election Commission … Read more

PM stresses need for comprehensive reforms in health sector

PM health

Caretaker Prime Minister Anwarul Haq Kakar chaired a meeting of the task force dedicated to reforms in medical education and patient care in Pakistan. During the session, the Prime Minister stressed the importance of aligning medical education with contemporary requirements. The meeting featured a briefing on the strategy devised to elevate the health sector in … Read more

PPP extends invite to five electables from Balochistan

PPP Balochistan

The Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) has extended invitations to five electables, in Balochistan to join their party. Notable personalities like Sardar Yar Mohammad Rand Umar Khan Jamali, Khalid Longo, Sardar Saleh Bhutani, and Jan Mohammad Jamali have reportedly been contacted by the PPP. Sources reveal that the electables from Balochistan are currently deliberating and have … Read more

PMLN faces challenge as fight intensifies for successors among several leaders

PMLN

The Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) is grappling with internal challenges as the party sees an intensification of the struggle for successors among several leaders, turning it more into a family-centric entity than a political one. Key figures such as Ahsan Iqbal, Hanif Abbasi, Chaudhry Tanveer, Rana Sanaullah, and Saiful Mulok Khokhar are reportedly actively vying … Read more

Verdict reserved on case of removing PTI chairman from post

ECP PTI Chairman

The Election Commission of Pakistan has reserved its decision in the case to remove Imran Khan from the post of PTI chairmanship. The matter was heard by a 5-member bench headed by Chief Election Commissioner Sikander Sultan Raja. During the hearing, Chairman PTI’s lawyer, Shoaib, and petitioner Khalid Mahmood Advocate presented their arguments. Shoaib Shaheen, … Read more

ATC defers hearing on PTI chief, Qureshi’s May 9 bail pleas

May 9 bail

The Anti-Terrorism Court in Islamabad on Tuesday deferred the the hearing on bail applications related to cases registered on protest and vandalism involving former PTI Chairman Imran khan and Shah Mahmood Qureshi; without any proceeding. The proceedings were deferred due to the absence of the special court judge, Abul Hasnat Zulqarnain, who was on leave. … Read more

Secretary finance assures ECP to disburse election funds in two days

election funds

The Secretary of Finance Imdad Ullah Bosal has assured the Election Commission of Pakistan of disbursing the election funds in two days. The meeting between Finance Secretary Imdadullah Bosal and the Chief Election Commissioner Sikandar Sultan Raja, just concluded on Monday with assurances from the Finance Secretary regarding the release of funds for the upcoming … Read more

MQM eyes on interior Sindh for public gatherings ahead of polls

MQM

In a strategic move ahead of the upcoming elections, Muttahida Qaumi Movement (MQM)-Pakistan has decided to intensify its public relations efforts in Sindh. After successfully conducting an election rally in Karachi, the party has now set its sights on holding public rallies in various cities in Sindh. MQM Pakistan is scheduled to organize a public … Read more