Former PTI Chairman Imran Khan and party vice chairman Shah Mahmood Qureshi will be indicted in the cipher case on December 12. The open trial of ousted Prime Minister Imran Khan and former Foreign Minister Shah Mahmood Qureshi resumed on Monday at Adiala Jail. Special Court Judge Abual Hasnat Zulqarnain conducted the hearing on cipher … Read more
The Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP) has summoned Secretary of Finance over the non-provision of funds required for the upcoming general elections. This action comes in response to the Finance Ministry’s failure to release the allocated funds outlined in the budget. Expressing concern over the delay in providing the necessary funds, the Chief Election Commissioner … Read more
Dr. Fauzia Siddiqui on Monday met her incarcerated Pakistani neuroscientist sister Aafia Siddiqui at a prison hospital in Fort Worth, Texas. The meeting between the two sisters lasted for 44 minutes in which Senator Talha Mahmood and Aafia Siddiqui’s lawyer were also present. Dr. Fauzia had intended to meet Dr. Aafia on both December 2nd … Read more
Six people lost their lives in a truck-van collision at the point of Karampur Cadet College in Kandhkot on Monday. The injured individuals were promptly shifted to the hospital for medical attention. The Kandhkot rescue team is actively engaged in the process of removing the bodies from the accident site. In response to the situation, … Read more
The government has taken a significant step to combat money laundering and terrorist financing by proposing the establishment of a commission, following recommendations from the International Monetary Fund (IMF), according to sources. This commission is intended to function as a regulatory authority, aiming to prevent both internal and external financing associated with money laundering and … Read more
In response to concerns and grievances raised by the Muttahida Qaumi Movement (MQM), the Chief Election Commissioner Sikandar Sultan Raja has taken the decision to address the issues. The Election Commission of Pakistan has extended an invitation to the MQM for a meeting and negotiations scheduled for tomorrow in Islamabad. A delegation from the MQM … Read more
Consultations between Pakistan and the United States on various matters are underway, Foreign Office spokesperson Mumtaz Zahra Baloch reported. Baloch said that the two countries are actively engaged in a series of visits aimed at furthering these consultations. In the upcoming days, several visits are scheduled in the context of Pak-US consultation, as announced by … Read more
The security forces arrested major terrorist affiliated with the Tehrik-i-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) in the Mardan region on Sunday. This operation, which proved crucial for the security of Peshawar, thwarted a potential major terrorist attack on the city. Subsequent investigations into the arrested individual led to important revelations, shedding light on the terrorist network’s activities and … Read more
The Federal Investigation Agency (FIA) Immigration offloaded a passenger at Karachi airport, attempting to travel abroad with fake travel documents. The passenger was identified as Tauseef Ahmed, was bound for Montenegro using a Pakistani passport, which was later discovered to have a counterfeit Japanese visa attached. The action was initiated based on the recommendation of … Read more
Caretaker Prime Minister Anwar-ul-Haq Kakar strongly condemned the recent firing incident on a passenger bus in the Chilas area of Gilgit-Baltistan. The Prime Minister expressed deep sorrow and regret over the tragic loss of innocent lives during the incident. Offering prayers for the martyrs and expressing condolences to the families of the injured, PM denounced … Read more
The dangerous spread of drugs in Pakistan has led to a concerning disclosure of 341,619 patients suffering from Tuberculosis (TB) in 2022, according to an official document. Among these patients, a distressing revelation states that 5,886 individuals lost their lives despite receiving treatment. The document classifies drug-induced TB patients into two categories. In the first … Read more
President Dr. Arif Alvi has called upon government organizations and civil society to take special initiatives for the inclusion of persons with disabilities (PWDs) in all aspects of life. Emphasizing the need for an inclusive environment, he urged the provision of inclusive education, healthcare, and employment opportunities based on their skills, along with the implementation … Read more
A total of 404,909 illegal foreigners, including Afghans, have been repatriated to their homeland in a dignified and secure manner. The ongoing process of repatriation for illegal foreign nationals, particularly Afghans, continues, with thousands returning daily through the Chaman and Torkham borders and expressing gratitude for Pakistan’s generosity. To facilitate the dignified return of Afghans, … Read more
PTI leader and former National Assembly speaker had been re-arrested, after securing bail from a district and sessions court in Mardan on Saturday. Earlier on the day, Asad Qaiser’s bail was approved in May 9 case. The bail was granted by Judge Mohammad Zaib against surety bonds worth to Rs100,000. Asad Qaiser had been re-arrested … Read more
One of the founding members of the PTI, Akbar S. Babar has vehemently rejected the intra-party election conducted by PTI, citing serious concerns about the violation of democratic principles within the party. In a press conference, Akbar S. Babar stated that he intends to bring forth the facts regarding PTI’s intra-party election, emphasizing the absence … Read more
A Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) international flight escaped a possible accident when one of its airplane engines caught fire during a journey from Karachi to Medina. Initial reports indicate that shortly after takeoff, the PIA flight encountered engine malfunctions leading to a mid-air fire. The flight captains adeptly took charge of the situation, successfully extinguishing … Read more
Chief of the Army Staff (COAS) General Syed Asim Munir on Saturday paid a visit to Khairpur Tamewali (KPT) where he observed a field exercise conducted by the Bahawalpur Corps. Upon arrival, the COAS Asim Munir was warmly received by the Commander of Bahawalpur Corps. During the visit, the COAS received a briefing on the … Read more
The Islamabad High Court (IHC) on Saturday issued a written order regarding the withdrawal of National Accountability Bureau (NAB) appeal against the acquittal of Nawaz Sharif in the Avenfield reference case. A division bench, comprised of Chief Justice Aamer Farooq and Justice Mian Gul Hasan Aurangzeb, issued a concise written order. The order stated that … Read more
The Counter Terrorism Department (CTD) of Punjab on Saturday arrested 14 terrorists during several operations across the province. A major breakthrough was achieved with the apprehension of a high-ranking commander from both the Tehrik-i-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) and Jamaat-ul-Harr in Lahore, as confirmed by the CTD spokesman. The operation, aimed at addressing terrorism fears, unfolded in … Read more
The Counter Terrorism Department (CTD) on Saturday thwarted a possible attack, following the arrest of a terrorist in Peshawar The CTD spokesperson reported that a joint operation was launched in Mardan, leading to the apprehension of terrorist Sulaiman. A large cache of arms and ammunition was recovered from the terrorist hideout, which were hidden in … Read more
Justice Sayyed Mazahar Ali Akbar Naqvi has taken his case to the Supreme Court, challenging the revised show-cause notices issued by the Supreme Judicial Council (SJC) in ‘misconduct and assets beyond means’ case. He argues that these notices are politically motivated complaints, responding to 10 allegations in the petition. Justice Naqvi claimed that the complaints … Read more
PMLN supremo Nawaz Sharif has provided his statement in the Toshakhana reference, the National Accountability Bureau (NAB) informed the Lahore accountability court on Thursday. This case involves accusations against Nawaz Sharif, former president Asif Ali Zardari, and ex-prime minister Yousuf Raza Gilani for allegedly receiving luxury vehicles from the Toshakhana (gifts repository). During the proceedings … Read more
A District Court of Lahore on Thursday extended the judicial remand of PTI President Chaudhry Pervez Elahi by 14 days in case of illegal recruitments in the Punjab Assembly. Pervez Elahi was presented before Judicial Magistrate Imran Abid. The court proceeded to extend Parvez Elahi’s judicial remand for an additional fourteen days. The court issued … Read more
PTI Chairman Imran Khan has filed a post-arrest bail application in the Accountability Court of Islamabad in the Al-Qadir Trust £190 million scam. The bail application was submitted by Chairman PTI through lawyers Latif Khosa, Inthar Panjotha, and Ali Ijaz. Accountability Court Judge Muhammad Bashir issued notices on the application, making NAB chairman and Director … Read more
The federal cabinet on Thursday granted approval to the proposal for holding the jail trial of PTI Chairman Imran Khan and Vice Chairman Shah Mahmood Qureshi in the cipher case. The decision was made following the order of special court judge Abual Hasnat Zulqarnain to conduct the trial in Adiala jail, citing security concerns. The … Read more
A search operation has been initiated by the Karachi police against the accused, who left dead body of an 8-year-old child at Jinnah Hospital. The police have successfully identified individuals who fled the scene. The ongoing investigation aims to determine where the violence and abuse against the child occurred and identify those involved. Meanwhile, the … Read more
The Punjab Food Authority (PFA) seizes 120 Kilograms of adulterated honey, during raid in Lahore’s Data Gunj Bakhsh zone. A massive raid on the directives of Director General of Punjab Food Authority, Irfan Nawaz Memon was launched against the producers of substandard honey, During the operation, authorities seized 120 kg of ready-made substandard honey, along … Read more
The Islamabad High Court on Thursday acquitted PLMN leader Nawaz Sharif in the Avenfield reference. The acquittal was granted to former premier upon the National Accountability Bureau’s (NAB) withdrawal of appeal against Nawaz Sharif in Avenfield reference. The decision was declared by a two-judge panel consisting of IHC Chief Justice Aamer Farooq and Justice Miangul … Read more
