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PTI announces end of Islamabad protest after grand operation

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ISLAMABAD: Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) has announced to end the protest in Islamabad which began three days ago on November 24.

The PTI spokesperson has said that the peaceful protest of PTI is announced to be canceled for the time being under the government plan.

The spokesman said that the future course of action will be decided in the light of the directives of PTI founder Imran Khan.

The spokesperson of Tehreek-e-Insaaf said that brutality was shown against the peaceful protesters in Islamabad and he claimed that the information of 8 martyred workers has been received. He further said the workers were shot directly and strongly condemned the killing and operation of the workers.

On the other hand, the police arrested more than 400 people during the grand operation against the miscreant protesters in Islamabad.

According to the police spokesman, Rawalpindi police conducted a grand operation in the area adjacent to No. 26 Chongi and arrested more than 400 miscreants while around 800 miscreants have been arrested across Punjab.

According to the spokesman, a large number of weapons and wireless were recovered from the accused, while slingshots and ball bearings were also recovered from the accused.

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Normalcy returns to Islamabad and Rawalpindi

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Rawalpindi

ISLAMABAD: The normalcy is gradually returning to the federal capital Islamabad and Rawalpindi as Pakistan Tehreak e Insaf (PTI) called off protest.

Motorways, which were closed for 4 days during the protest of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf, have been opened for all kinds of traffic.

According to the Motorway authorities, Motorway M2, Islamabad to Lahore, Islamabad to Peshawar Motorway M1, Lahore Sialkot, M3, M4 and M5 Motorways have been opened for all types of traffic.

In Islamabad, following a large-scale operation against protestors, normalcy is gradually returning to the federal capital with business activities resuming and educational institutions expected to reopen tomorrow.

The district administration’s cleanup efforts are underway, and containers blocking various roads in the city have been removed.

The roads that had been closed due to the protests are now accessible again, said an official.

The cleanup operations, including the removal of containers from key locations such as the Red Zone, are ongoing under the directives of the Deputy Commissioner (DC) Islamabad, Irfan Memon, who has instructed assistant commissioners to clear their respective areas.

He emphasized that all available resources are being utilized to clear the roads swiftly, aiming to have them open for citizens by morning. He has also directed that cleanup efforts on all city roads be completed by then.

“We aim to reopen the roads for citizens at earliest,” DC Memon stated, underscoring the administration’s commitment to resolving the issue swiftly.

The deputy commissioner also directed his team to ensure cleanliness across all major highways following the removal of obstacles, ensuring that the roads remain safe and accessible for the public.

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Tarar accuses PTI of bringing Afghan citizens, terrorists & criminals to ‘final call’

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Tarar accuses PTI of bringing Afghan citizens, terrorists & criminals to ‘final call’

ISLAMABAD: Minister for Information, Broadcasting, National Heritage and Culture on Tuesday accused the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) of bringing Afghan citizens, terrorists and criminals to the so-called final call of their leader which was taken out to destroy the peace of the country. Talking to the media at D-Chowk, the minister condemned the participation of foreign … Read more

Army deployed in Islamabad amid protests by PTI

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Army

ISLAMABAD: Federal Government has deployed Pakistan Army federal capital to deal any emergency like situation during the protest of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaaf(PTI).

The Ministry of Interior has issued a notification calling for the army in Islamabad, according to which the Pakistan Army has been called under Article 245 and it has been made clear that those who break the law will be dealt with iron hands.

According to the notification, the Army has also been assigned powers to impose curfew to maintain law and order situation in any area.

Sources indicate that security forces have also been authorised to shoot miscreants and troublemakers on sight.

It should be noted that during the PTI protest in Islamabad, miscreants rammed a vehicle on the Rangers personnel on the Srinagar highway, in a result 4 Rangers personnel were martyred while 5 Rangers and 2 policemen were also seriously injured.

According to security sources, 4 Rangers and 2 policemen have been martyred so far in the attacks on the law enforcement agencies by miscreants, while more than 100 policemen have been injured so far, many of whom are seriously injured.

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PTI wants talks but ‘hidden hand’ is creating hindrance: Naqvi  

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PTI

ISLAMABAD: Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi has said Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf’s leadership wants talks but behind it there is a hidden hand which is controlling everything.

While talking to the media in Islamabad, Mohsin Naqvi said that the IG has the power to handle protesters. He said government has offered the protestors to hold protest at Sangjani point.

He said that the entire leadership of PTI does not want bloodshed but wants to talk, only a secret leadership is sitting which is controlling everything.

Mohsin Naqvi said that 3 Rangers personnel and one policeman martyred while 2 Rangers, 5 Punjab police personnel are in serious condition. He informed that two ASP and one SP received injures injured while 70 officials of Punjab Police are injured.

He further said that the entire convoy of PTI has come from Khyber Pakhtunkhwa.

On the other hand, Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi visited D-Chowk to review the security arrangements upto Shaheed Millat Chowk.

Despite the ongoing shelling by miscreants, Mohsin Naqvi reached Shaheed Millat Chowk and met with the personnel on duty.

The Interior Minister stood by the personnel during the shelling, boosting their morale, urging them to bravely counter the miscreants.

He individually met with the personnel of Rangers, FC, Police, and Sindh Police, appreciating their enthusiasm. The personnel on duty chanted slogans of “Pakistan Zindabad”.

Talking to the personnel, Interior Minister said: “You are all soldiers of Pakistan, and you have to deal with the miscreants according to the law.”

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Sindh-Punjab border open for all kinds of traffic

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Sindh

GHOTKI:  Sindh-Punjab border has been opened for all kind of traffic and full traffic will be restored soon.

According to police officials, both tracks from Sindh to Punjab and from Punjab to Sindh have been opened.

According to the police, the flow of traffic has been severely affected due to the traffic being blocked for several hours and there are long queues of vehicles due to the traffic jam on both the tracks.

Police say that efforts are on to restore traffic and full traffic will be restored soon.

It should be noted that various highways were closed in view of Pakistan Tehreak e Insaf’s protest in federal capital Islamabad.

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Musadik Malik blames PTI leadership of ‘blocking’ founder’s release

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Musadik Malik blames PTI leadership of ‘blocking’ founder’s release

Federal Minister for Petroleum, Dr. Musadik Malik, has accused Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) leaders of lacking interest in securing the release of their founder. Addressing a press conference, Musadik Malik stressed that the government remains focused on addressing public concerns. He highlighted that recent measures have curbed inflation and driven the stock market to an all-time … Read more

Opposition protests costing Pakistan Rs 190 billion daily, says Finance Minister

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Pakistan’s economic reforms on right path, says finance minister

Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb has disclosed the substantial economic toll of opposition-led protests. Speaking at a press conference amidst Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf’s (PTI) planned march toward Islamabad, Aurangzeb stressed the critical need for political stability to protect the nation’s economy. He revealed that daily financial losses caused by opposition protests and lockdowns exceed Rs 190 billion. … Read more

Internet Services to be Suspended in Major Cities Tonight

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Internet Services

Internet and broadband services will be suspended in several key cities, including Islamabad, Lahore, Rawalpindi, Multan, and Gujranwala, starting from midnight tonight. Mobile phone services, however, will remain operational for the time being. The Interior Ministry has directed the Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) to enforce the suspension as part of heightened security measures ahead of … Read more

IHC directs District Administration to maintain peace in capital

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IHC directs District Administration to maintain peace in capital

The Islamabad High Court (IHC) instructed the district administration to take all measures according to the law to maintain peace in capital. The court announced the verdict on the petition of Traders Association of Islamabad against the call of protest by the Pakistan Tehreek e Insaf (PTI) on November 24. The court in its order … Read more

Govt devises strategy to deal with PTI’s Islamabad march

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Islamabad march

ISLAMABAD: The government has started preparations to deal with Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaaf(PTI) Islamabad march scheduled on November 24.

The federal government has started preparations to deal with PTI’s protest and possible sit-in and in this regard it has been decided to tighten security arrangements in the federal capital.

Islamabad Police has asked for 9,000 Rangers and Frontier Constabulary (FC) personnel before November 22, while anti-riots kits have also been requested by the police authorities.

Section 144 has also been imposed in Islamabad for 2 months under which all public gatherings, processions, rallies and demonstrations of 5 or more people will be banned.

According to the sources, PTI has also completed the preparations for the protest in Islamabad and party sources claim that 10,000 workers have already reached Islamabad, Rawalpindi and nearby areas in this regard.

According to the sources, PTI is determined to get its founder out of jail and it is being said that party mandate has to be returned, while announcements are also being made not to return back until the demands are accepted.

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Ata Tarar Calls for Immediate Decision on May 9 Attack Cases

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Ata Tarar

ISLAMABAD: Federal Minister for Information Ata Tarar has called for a swift resolution of the cases related to the May 9 attacks. Addressing a press conference in Lahore, Minister Tarar stated that there is undeniable evidence linking a political party to the orchestrated May 9 attacks. He further revealed that Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) officials were … Read more

ANP leader Ilyas Bilour passes away

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ANP

PESHAWAR: Awami National Party (ANP) leader and former Senator Ilyas Ahmed Bilour passed away on Saturday.

According to Ilyas Bilour’s brother and senior leader ANP Ghulam Ahmed Bilour, late Ilyas Ahmed Bilor was under treatment in a private hospital in Peshawar for several months and was suffering from kidney disease. Ilyas Bilour was 84 years old.

Ilyas Bilour became a senator of ANP in 2012, deceased was associated with ANP since the beginning of politics, Ilyas Bilour’s son Ghazanfar Bilour joined PTI after which Ilyas Bilour ended his political activities.

Leader ANP Samar Haroon Bilour confirmed the death of Ilyas Bilour and said that the funeral prayer of Ilyas Bilour will be offered tomorrow at 2 pm at Wazir Bagh.

Late Ilyas Bilour  was the brother of ANP leader Ghulam Ahmad Bilour and Shaheed Bashir Ahmad Bilour.

Meanwhile, President Asif Ali Zardari expressed deep grief and sorrow over the death of former Senator and leader of Awami National Party Ilyas Ahmed Bilour.

The president offered his heartfelt condolences to the family members of late Ilyas Bilour.

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State needs to deal PTI’s final protest call with iron hands

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State

Aleema Khan announced final call for Islamabad protest on Nov 24. PTI founder also constituted committee for Islamabad protest. Political analysts observed PTI’s protest call continuation of May 9. The founder of Pakistan Tehreak e Insaf has given a final call for protest on November 24, which was announced by his sister Aleema Khan while … Read more

Court acquits PTI founder, others in vandalism case  

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Court

ISLAMABAD: The District and Sessions Court of Islamabad on Wednesday acquitted Pakistan Tehreak e Insaf(PTI) founder Imran Khan and others from vandalism case registered against them after PTI’s Long-March.

The local court of Islamabad preannounced verdict on the acquittal pleas of PTI founder Imran Khan and others in the Long March vandalism case.

Sessions Court Judge Yasir Mehmood acquitted former prime minister and other political leaders in another case.

The political figures acquitted by the court include Asad Qaiser, Saifullah Niazi, Sheikh Rasheed, Sadaqat Abbasi, Faisal Javed and Ali Nawaz Awan.

A case was registered against founder PTI and others on August 20, 2022 in Abparaa police station.

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ATC approves 7-day physical remand of Azam Swati

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ATC

RAWALPINDI: The Rawalpindi Anti-Terrorism Court has approved another 7-day physical remand of Pakistan Tehreek e Insaf(PTI) leader Azam Swati in the arson and vandalism case.

PTI leader Azam Swati was produced before the Anti-Terrorism Court in Rawalpindi on completion of 2-day physical remand. ATC Judge Amjad Ali Shah heard the request for physical remand.

The police requested for further physical remand of Azam Swati, on which the court approved the physical remand of Azam Swati for another 7 days.

A case has been registered against Azam Swati in Taxila police station under terrorism provisions.

Azam Swati is accused of arson, vandalism, rioting and interference in government.

It should be remembered that two days ago, Azam Swati was arrested again by police as soon as he was released from the Attock jail.

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PTI lawmakers’ ruckus leads to prorogation of NA session

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NA session

ISLAMABAD: Ruckus and sloganeering of members belonging to Pakistan Tehreek e Insaf (PTI) on Tuesday led to the prorogation of the National Assembly session for indefinite period.

Aurangzeb Khan Khichi, an independent member of the National Assembly was speaking on point of order when PTI lawmakers started sloganeering which compelled the Deputy Speaker to read the prorogation order signed by President.

Earlier, speaking in the House, Aurangzeb Khan Khichi clarified that he did not receive a single penny from anyone.

He claimed that the forward bloc was on the card in PTI on that day which he foiled, and the time would prove it.

He went on to say that although PTI was a big party, its candidate always bagged hardly 2500 votes against me during the elections.

He returned to the House through securing over 90,000 votes.

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PTI preparing for decisive movement to remove ‘Form 47 government’: Gandapur

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PTI preparing for decisive movement to remove ‘Form 47 government’: Gandapur

RAWALPINDI:  Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Chief Minister Ali Amin Gandapur announced on Saturday a change in the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf’s (PTI) next rally. Originally planned for November 8 in Peshawar, the event has been rescheduled to November 9 at Swabi Interchange, where PTI will announce a “final call” to oust the current government. Speaking outside Rawalpindi’s Adiala Jail … Read more

PTI decides to join Judicial Commission for judges’ appointment

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PTI

ISLAMABAD: Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf(PTI) has officially decided to become a part of Judicial Commission of Pakistan (JCP) for appointment of judges in the superior courts.

In a special meeting of PTI’s political committee, it has been agreed to nominate members from parliament for the commission.

It was said in the meeting that the decision of the political committee will be sent to the core committee for approval and to the PTI founder Imran Khan for final approval.

Two names to represent the opposition in the commission will be announced after the approval of the former prime minister and PTI founder.

It was briefed that the responsibilities of the 13-member Judicial Commission have been increased. The Judicial Commission will appoint judges in the Supreme Court, High Courts, and Federal Shariat Court. The Commission will monitor the performance of High Court Judges and prepare their annual performance report.

During the briefing, it was told that the Judicial Commission is also authorized to propose suitable names for the judges of the High Court. The same Judicial Commission will also establish benches in the High Court and the Supreme Court. One-third of the members of the Judicial Commission may convene a meeting of the Commission. The decisions of the 13-member commission will be made by a simple majority of the members.

In the briefing, it was said that according to Clause D, the absence of any member will not affect the credibility of the decision of the Commission and the decision of the Commission will be considered correct. The Judicial Commission of Pakistan will be a long-term commission. The role of the two members of the opposition in decision-making is of crucial importance.

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Bushra Bibi released from Adiala Jail after 9 months

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Bushra Bibi will not participate in PTI’s protest

ISLAMABAD: Former first lady and Pakistan Tehreek e Insaf (PTI) founder Imran Khan’s wife Bushra Bibi was released from Adiala Jail after being granted bail in the new Toshakhana case.

Bushra Bibi’s bail bond was issued by Special Judge Central Shahrukh Arjumand after bail in new Toshakhana case.

Bushra Bibi’s bail bond was submitted by Malik Tariq Mehmood Noon, after which the demand for her release was gathered in Adiala Jail. Later, Bushra Bibi left for home from Gate No. 5 of Adiala Jail under strict security.

It should be noted that the Islamabad High Court had approved the bail of Bushra Bibi in the new Toshakhana case.

Despite getting bail from the High Court, due to the non-availability of Senior Special Judge Central Shahrukh Arjumand and the departure of Special Judge Central Number-II Humayun Dilawar, the release of Bushra Bibi could not be released yesterday.

It should be remembered that Bushra Bibi has been in jail since last 9 months. Bushra Bibi was sentenced to 14 years in prison on January 31 this year in the Toshakhana case.

Bushra Bibi was transferred to Bani Gala instead of Adiala Jail and Commissioner Islamabad declared Bani Gala as a sub-jail. However the Islamabad High Court suspended Bushra Bibi’s sentence in the new Toshakhana case.

FIA had re-arrested Bushra Bibi in the Tosha Khana 2 case, against which Bushra Bibi had filed an appeal.

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ECP grants PTI Senator Abro more time to submit reply

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ECP

ISLAMABAD: The Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP) granted Pakistan Tehreek e Insaf Senator Saifullah Abro additional time to submit his response in the disqualification reference, and adjourned the hearing until November 11.

A three-member bench headed by Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) Sikandar Sultan Raja heard the disqualification reference against Senator Saifullah Abro.

During the hearing, both Abro’s lawyer and People’s Party Senator Shahadat Awan appeared before the Election Commission.

Abro’s lawyer informed the commission that they had not received a copy of the application and requested additional time to respond.Approving the request, the ECP directed Saifullah Abro to submit his response and postponed the hearing until November 11.

Notably, Majid Mahmud and Senator Shahadat Awan filed a reference against PTI Senator Saifullah Abro, alleging that he submitted false experience documents for a technocrat seat and did not declare all his assets in the nomination papers.

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PTI issues show cause notice to MNAs over violation of party policy

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PTI founder introduces three new spokespersons

ISLAMABAD: Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) issued show-cause notices members of National Assembly (MNAs) for allegedly violating the party on the 26th Constitutional Amendment.

The PTI issued show-cause notices to Zain Hussain Qureshi, Aslam Ghuman, Miqdad Ali Khan and Riyaz Fatiana, directing them to submit a reply for showing indiscipline by violating the party’s discipline.

The notice read that the government had planned to ‘attack’ the independence of the judiciary by introducing constitutional amendments.

“All PTI MNAs and Senators were directed not to support the constitution amendment bill,” the notice read.

It added that all PTI senators and MNAs were instructed not to vote on the amendments and to stay in a safe and designated place and all members were bound to follow the instructions of the party.

Earlier, Barrister Gohar Ali has refuted claims that the jailed PTI Founder criticized the party’s leadership.

Speaking to the media, the PTI Chairman affirmed, “The PTI remains united, with no signs of any forward block within its ranks.”

He explained that the Speaker of the National Assembly had requested names from PTI for the Special Parliamentary Committee tasked with selecting the next Chief Justice of Pakistan (CJP). “We provided the names to ensure our participation in the process,” he clarified.

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PTI announces boycott of special parliamentary committee meeting  

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PTI

ISLAMABAD: Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) has decided to boycott from the Special Parliamentary Committee meeting which was formed to appoint the new Chief Justice of Pakistan (CJP).

In the statement issued by PTI late at night, it has been said that in the important meeting of the political committee of PTI, it has been decided to boycott of the meeting of the Special Parliamentary Committee formed for the appointment of judges.

The statement said that while approving action against those who voted in favor of the 26th constitutional amendment. The meeting also agreed to cancel the primary party membership and disciplinary action of the voting members.

According to the statement issued by PTI, issuance of show-cause notices to other members who severed ties from the party was also approved.

The political committee of PTI will ask the MPs to clarify their position on establishing links with government circles and their future will be determined in the light of their answers.

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SC dismisses PTI’s review plea about intra-party elections

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SC

ISLAMABAD: Supreme Court (SC) dismissed Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaaf (PTI) petition regarding intra-party elections.

A three-member bench, headed by CJP Qazi Faez Isa, and comprising Justice Muhammad Ali Mazhar and Justice Musarrat Hilali, was hearing the PTI’s plea to review its judgement on its intra-party election.

PTI’s counsel Hamid Khan pleaded for the constitution of a larger bench for the review petition and asked that the case be referred to the committee for constitution of a larger bench.

Speaking to Hamid Khan, Chief Justice Qazi Faez Isa said that there is a matter of revision and court have to look at the law.

Justice Qazi Faez Isa said why you did not raise this point earlier, you should proceed with the case.

Hamid Khan said that the court should see the paragraph of the decision of the Sunni Ittehad Council and Election Commission case, on which the Chief Justice of Pakistan said why should court look at that decision.

PTI’s lawyer Hamid Khan objected to the bench and said that the present 3-member bench cannot hear the case as a 13-member bench has already given its verdict in the Sunni Ittehad Cuncil case.

Hamid Khan said that it is being said that PTI has not conducted intra-party elections but party has conducted elections, however court declared it null and void.

Justice Muhammad Ali Mazhar said PTI’s election constitution is very transparent, either you should change such constitution or hold intra-party elections accordingly.

The Supreme Court, while upholding the January 13 decision regarding the PTI intra-party election, dismissed the review petition and said that no error could be identified in the decision.

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Court acquits PTI founder, Gandapur in vandalism case

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Court

ISLAMABAD: The District and Sessions Court Islamabad acquitted Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf(PTI) Imran Khan and others in Long March vandalism case.

The District and Sessions Court Islamabad acquitted PTI founder Imran Khan, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Chief Minister Ali Amin Gandapur, former Sindh Governor Imran Ismail in the Long March vandalism case.

The court also acquitted Raja Khurram Shahzad, Ali Nawaz Awan and other accused from the case.

Civil Judge Shahzad Khan gave a pre-emptive verdict on the acquittal plea of ​​the PTI leaders.

It may be remembered that in the Long March vandalism case, a case was registered against PTI founder Imran Khan and others in the police station secretariat.

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PTI stages protests against proposed judicial package amid Section 144

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PTI

The Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI), the major opposition party, has organized protests in several major cities against the proposed 26th constitutional amendment, coinciding with the enforcement of Section 144, which prohibits public gatherings and demonstrations in Punjab and Sindh. In Karachi, the situation turned tense as police used tear gas and batons against PTI activists who … Read more

Committee on constitutional amendment unanimously approved amendment’s draft

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Committee

The Special Committee on the constitutional amendment has unanimously approved draft of the amendment. This was stated by PML-N leader Senator Ifran Siddiqui, while talking to the media in Islamabad this evening. Senator Irfan Siddiqui said the draft was approved by all the parties, including the JUI-F and the PTI, as no party tendered any … Read more

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