A three-point government formation agreement has been reached between Pakistan Muslim League (PML-N) and Muttahida Quami Movement (MQM-P). MQM will vote for PML-N for Prime Minister and Speaker. The three-point agreement was also signed by the leaders of both parties. Local government systems and solving the problems of Karachi are also part of the agreement. “According to the Charter, Constitutional …

Newly elected members of the 16th National Assembly (NA) were sworn in on Thursday in a session marred by sloganeering. Outgoing NA Speaker Raja Pervaiz Ashraf administered the oath to the MNAs-elect. The session was originally scheduled to begin at 10am but was delayed by more than an hour. According to a spokesperson for the NA, 302 members were sworn …

Sunni Ittehad Council (SIC) candidate Babar Saleem Swati has been elected as KP Assembly speaker with securing 89 votes out of total 106 votes while his opponent candidate got 17 votes.  Babar Saleem Swati sworn in as speaker of the KP assembly. The Sunni Ittehad Council members congratulated the newly elected speaker of the provincail assembly. Suriya bibi was elected …

It has been continuous raining since night in Qila Abdullah. The rivers are flooding. In the course of eight hours, Kalat and the surrounding area received eighteen millimeters of rain. Water flooded the low-lying regions Mashkil, near Chagai in the Pakistan-Iran border region. Even on the second day, there was no way to free the stuck cars. A letter regarding …

Jamiat Ulema-e-Islam-Fazl (JUI-F) chief Maulana Fazlur Rehman has declared that his party will not participate in the election process for the National Assembly speaker, deputy speaker and the prime minister. Speaking to the media after the Lower House’s session to administer oath to newly elected members, the Maulana categorically stated that the JUI-F would not participate in this parliament and …

The Centre for Development and Stability (CDS) has been launched here in Islamabad, aiming to provide a platform for youth-led research and dialogue on pressing national issues across Pakistan. The team of the Centre for Development and Stability aimed to work diligently with a motu of “empowering innovation for sustainable growth and stability.” Speaking on the occasion, Director General of …

The Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP) announced the reserved decision and rejected the application of Nawaz Sharif’s application challenging the verdict of NA-15. “The petitioner may approach the Election Tribunal,” the verdict said. The ECP ordered the Returning Officer RO to complete the results in three days. Election Commission of Pakistan member Sindh Nisar Durrani wrote the decision. Nawaz Sharif’s …

Caretaker Prime Minister Anwarul Haq Kakar has appeared before the Islamabad High Court in a case related to the non-recovery of Baloch students. The hearing of the case related to the non-recovery of Baloch students has started in the Islamabad High Court, with Justice Mohsin Akhtar Kayani conducting the hearing. The caretaker premier has appeared before the court today after …

Quetta Presiding Officer (PO) Zumark Achakzai administered the oath from the Fifty-six newly elected lawmakers of the Balochistan Assembly on Wednesday. Speaker Zumark Achakzai welcomed the new members and said he hoped that the new assembly will work together for the development of the province. “Together we have to take the province forward.” Assembly staff ensured preparation for reception of …

Gwadar city has been submerged following heavy rainfall spell resulting inundating the streets, market, camouflages and downpour wreaked havoc on the city’s infrastructure, chocking the already strained sewerage system. The heavy spell of rain left its inhabitants to leave their homes from multiple areas of the city.  Land connectivity of Gwadar Coastal highway is cut off from other areas. Due …

Wednesday marks a significant moment in the political landscape of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa as 116 newly elected members of the provincial assembly have taken oath. Preparations had been finalized to welcome the incoming representatives of the 14th assembly. Speaker Mushtaq Ghani presided over the oath-taking ceremony, administering the oath to the members. He also announced that the election for the speaker …

An Islamabad district and session court on Tuesday granted the Federal Investigation Agency (FIA) five-day remand of journalist Asad Ali Toor in a case about an online campaign against the judiciary. In January, the caretaker government had formed a five-member joint investigation team (JIT) to “ascertain facts behind a malicious social media campaign” against the judiciary in the aftermath of …

The Supreme Court of Pakistan (SCP) held a case hearing of a presidential reference filed against the ‘judicial murder’ of former prime minister Zulfiqar Ali Bhutto on Tuesday. Two judicial assistants, Khalid Javed Khan and Barrister Salahuddin completed the arguments. During the hearing, Chief Justice Qazi Faiz Isa said that the Supreme Court is bound to give an opinion on …

Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) Founder Imran Khan has said that President Arif Alvi did the right thing by not summoning a session of the National Assembly. Imran made these remarks during an informal interaction with journalists at Adiala Jail on Tuesday. First and foremost, he said he had personally dictated the letter addressed to the International Monetary Fund (IMF). He clarified …

On February 27, 2019, the Pakistan Air Force made history by successfully defending against Indian aggression, marking it as a momentous day in Pakistan’s military history. During a brief aerial engagement, Pakistani jets retaliated fiercely, downing an Indian aircraft and capturing Wing Commander Abhinandan Varthaman, the pilot of the downed plane. This operation, dubbed “Operation Swift Retort,” showcased Pakistan’s resolve …

Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) Secretary General Omar Ayub on Wednesday announced the name of the party’s candidate for the contest of the National Assembly speaker ahead of National Assembly session scheduled on February 29. PTI has nominated Amir Dogar from NA-149 for speaker of the Lower House of the Parliament while nominated Junaid Khan from Malakand for the slot of the …

PESHAWAR, Pakistan: Woolen threads for traditional shawls flutter at craftsmen’s fingertips when they are thinking about the pattern and color of the work of art to be made at a workshop in Pakistan’s Peshawar. Woolen shawls are popular among Pakistani people in winter. These products have a distinct cultural style and are one of the major exports of Pakistan, helping …

The ECP observed on Monday that it will be issuing an interim order today regarding the stay on releasing the final results for NA-15 Mansehra. The electoral watchdog heard PML-N supremo Nawaz Sharif’s plea against election results from the seat. He has contested PTI-backed independent candidate Shahzada Gustasap Khan’s success from the constituency following the Feb 8 elections. The hearing …

President Arif Alvi has sent back the summary of the convening meeting of the National Assembly (NA). Sources familiar with the development claimed that a decision was made to convene the inaugural session of the lower house on February 29. “According to clause 2 of Article 91 of the Constitution, it was decided to convene the meeting on February 29. …

The Supreme Court on Monday decided to seek assistance from religious institutions in the Mubarak Ahmad Sani case, and issued a notice to the Council of Islamic Ideology (CII). The court also issued notices to Jamia Naima, Darul Uloom Karachi, Jamiat Al-Hadith, Quran Academy and Jamita-ul-Natzaar Lahore and sought opinions and reports on the matter within three weeks. A three-member …

The hearing on the presidential reference against Zulfiqar Ali Bhutto’s death sentence termed it judicial murder has been adjourned till tomorrow (Tuesday). Court Assistant Barrister Salahuddin cited interview of the Naseem Hasan Shah to senior journalist Iftikhar Ahmed said; “Judge admitted in the interview that the Chief Justice had enmity with Bhutto.” “Naseem Hasan Shah said the sentence could have …

Pakistan and Punjab’s first-ever chief minister, Maryam Nawaz, has taken the oath of office. Maryam was administered the oath by Punjab Governor Balighur Rehman at the Governor House on Monday evening. Maryam Nawaz Sharif takes oath as Punjab’s FIRST EVER female Chief Minister! As she entered the ceremony hall earlier, the newly elected CM was accompanied by her father, three-time …

PPP’s Syed Murad Ali Shah has been elected as the chief minister of the province for the third consecutive time. Shah has been elected the 25th leader of the House with 112 votes against MQM-Pakistan’s Ali Khurseedi, who bagged only 36 votes. The hall resounded with pro-PPP slogans, as Murad was elected with a two-third majority for the first time. …

It was an unusual day in the Punjab Assembly on Friday. The House met after a gap of more than one year for the inaugural session in which 321 MPAs-elect took oath. A number of MPAs became the member of the august house of 371 for the very first time. They are young, fresh and energetic. Having dreams in their …

Pakistan People’s Party’s (PPP) candidate Awais Qadir Shah has been elected as the 12th Speaker of the Sindh Assembly, ARY News reported. As per details, as many as 147 members of the provincial assembly cast their votes during the polling for assembly speaker. The outgoing speaker Agha Siraj Durrani announced the results after the conclusion of the voting process where …

The water flow of Ravi river has reportedly been stopped to Pakistan after the completion of Shahpur Kandi barrage which is situated on the borders of Indian Punjab and the state of Occupied Jammu and Kashmir, as per Indian media reports. That previously allotted 1150 cusecs water of Pakistan, will now benefit the region of Indian occupied Jammu and Kashmir …

The Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) has forecasted that most parts of the country will remain cold and dry in the next 24 hours. According to the PMD, there is a possibility of rain and snowfall in Balochistan, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Gilgit-Baltistan, and Kashmir, while thunderstorm rain is also possible in the southwestern districts of Balochistan. The Meteorological Department had said that …

In today’s society, it is crucial to emphasize the importance of upholding equality and dignity for every citizen, particularly those in the working class, who often face marginalization and neglect. Despite playing a significant role in driving economic growth, workers frequently find themselves sidelined in policymaking, revealing a notable disparity in representation and influence exacerbated by governmental favoritism towards corporate …

Although the state institutions are unwilling to address the grievances of its candidates, there are also apparently flaws in the legal strategy of the PTI in dealing with the issue of alleged election rigging. The choice of lawyers is always significant to acquire relief in any constitutional matter. Usually political parties and leaders hire lawyers with good reputation among judges. …

Amid protests and arrests, newly elected representatives were sworn into the 16th Sindh Assembly on Saturday. The Sindh Assembly was the second to have its lawmakers take oath after the February 8 general elections, with at least 313 MPAs being elected to the Punjab Assembly a day ago. According to the results issued by the Election Commission of Pakistan, the PPP …

The Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP) is gearing up for the presidential election which is likely to take place on March 9. This development comes as the constitutional term of President Dr. Arif Alvi concluded on September 8, 2023. Despite the conclusion of his term, President Alvi continues to discharge his duties within the caretaker setup. However, according to sources …

Speaker Sibtain Khan on Friday administered oath to 313 newly elected MPAs of the Punjab Assembly in the inaugural session. Punjab Governor Muhammad Balighur Rehman on Thursday summoned an inaugural session of the Punjab Assembly following the general elections held on February 8. Speaker of Punjab Assembly Sibatin Khan administered the oath to the elected representatives, marking their official induction …

A Lahore district and sessions court on Friday sent anchorperson Imran Riaz, who was arrested last night, to jail in a corruption case. Riaz was arrested late last night from his home, with visuals of the arrest going viral on social media. The PTI has decried the arrest and called for Riaz’s immediate release. Riaz was presented before Judicial Magistrate …

The Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP) on Friday issued notifications for reserved seats for women in Sindh and Balochistan assemblies. In a notification, the Pakistan People’s Party (PPP) has secured a lion’s share of the reserved seats for women in the Sindh Assembly. Out of the 14 allocated seats, the PPP clinched 10 in the notable names among the elected …

A meeting of the Supreme Judicial Commission (SJC) regarding the appointment of judges was held under the chairmanship of Chief Justice Qazi Faiz Isa on Friday. The SJC approved the appointments of the Justice Shehzad Ahmed Malik as Chief Justice of the Lahore High Court (LHC). The SJC also approved appointment of the Justice Naeem Akhtar Afghan previously posted as …

The PTI on Thursday announced that it would be holding fresh intra-party elections on March 3 (Sunday). After a long battle and marathon hearings in the run-up to the February 8 general elections, the PTI was stripped of its symbol last month when the Supreme Court upheld the Election Commission of Pakistan’s decision to declare the party’s internal polls as …

The Federal Investigation Agency’s (FIA) Cybercrime Wing has summoned Youtubers Imran Riaz Khan and Asad Toor over their alleged involvement in an anti-judiciary campaign on social media platforms. The two individuals have been directed to appear before the FIA Cybercrime Wing on February 23, following the issuance of formal notices by the agency. Imran Riaz Khan has been called to …

The law enforcement agencies have arrested the alleged culprit who was running a social media campaign against the chief justice of Pakistan (CJP). Sources said that Rawalpindi-resident Abdul Wasay has been apprehended for orchestrating a threatening campaign against Chief Justice of Pakistan Qazi Faez Isa. They revealed that Wasay engaged in a malicious campaign targeting the CJP on X (formerly …

The Sunni Ittehad Council has formally approached the Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP) with a request for reserved seats in both the National and Provincial Assemblies. In a detailed written communication from Sahibzada Hamid Raza, the Chairman of the Sunni Ittehad Council, the Commission has been urged to allocate reserved seats based on the affiliation of independent candidates. The letter …

Former commissioner of Rawalpindi, Liaquat Ali Chattha, has recorded his statement regarding his allegations of rigging in the recent elections, sources within the election commission confirmed. The inquiry committee, chaired by ECP Sindh member Nisar Durrani, issued a notice to Chattha yesterday, prompting his response to the accusations. The investigation committee, operating under the leadership of Nisar Durrani, has been …