ECP has suggested several amendments to the election rules. The ECP has proposed amendments to 23 clauses of the rules. The objections to the proposed changes can be submitted by Oct 7. ISLAMABAD: The Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP) has suggested several amendments to the election rules as it prepares for the polls expected early … Read more
NEW YORK: Caretaker Prime Minister Anwaar-ul-Haq Kakar arrived in London on Saturday after completing his visit to the United States. The prime minister will have several interviews with the British media. He will also visit Oxford University during his visit. Deputy High Commissioner of Pakistan Dr Muhammad Faisal welcomed the prime minister at the airport. … Read more
LAHORE: The government has launched an immediate investigation into complaints of the adverse reaction to the injection given to patients in Kasur, Punjab. The action was taken on the direction of Caretaker Federal Minister for Health Dr Nadeem Jan after taking notice of the complaint of a resident of Kasur. According to the ministry’s spokesperson, … Read more
ISLAMABAD: The Supreme Court would issue the proposed cause list in advance for four weeks falling within the month so the parties may fully prepare their cases and attend proceedings. The development comes after Chief Justice of Pakistan Qazi Faez Isa and senior puisne judge Justice Sardar Tariq Masood held a meeting with the elected … Read more
ISLAMABAD: Ambassador of Kazakhstan Yerzhan Kistafin has said President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev is scheduled to visit Pakistan in the near future to further strengthen bilateral trade and economic relations. A business delegation of Kazakhstan led by Ambassador of Kazakhstan Mr Yerzhan Kistafin, visited the Islamabad Chamber of Commerce and Industry (ICCI) and showed interest in exploring … Read more
PM Kakar said the murder of Sikh leader in Canada has jolted the West. He said Pakistan has been a victim of such state-sponsored terrorism. He said Pakistan will take steps to protect its own territorial integrity. NEW YORK: Caretaker Prime Minister Anwaar-ul-Haq Kakar said the murder of the Khalistan Movement Sikh leader in Canada … Read more
KARACHI: A suspected street criminal was gunned down after police opened fire in Korangi area of Karachi, BOL News reported. The alleged police encounter occurred near Nauman Mosque in Gulzar Colony where the suspect was shot dead. Senior Superintendent (SSP) Korangi Hassan Sardar said armed robbers opened fire at police in Korangi Industrial Area. The … Read more
KARACHI: Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) Chairman Bilawal Bhutto Zardari has constituted provincial parliamentary boards for the next general election. The PPP has formed separate parliamentary boards for the four provinces which will be responsible for deciding the candidates for the elections. The parliamentary board will recommend candidates to the PPP chairman for the issuance of … Read more
LAHORE: An anti-terrorism court (ATC) ordered to release Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) activist Sanam Javed Khan and other party workers in Jinnah House attack case. The court granted bail to 9 accused in the case and ordered the release of Sanam Javed, Rubina Jamil, Afshan Tariq and others. Judge Arshad Javed pronounced the decision on the … Read more
KARACHI: An Anti-Terrorism Court on Saturday reserved its decision on the bail plea of Lyari gangwar kingpin Uzair Baloch and his accomplice in the Arshad Pappu murder case. The court reserved the verdict after hearing arguments on the bail petitions of Uzair Baloch and his accomplice Zubair Baloch in the murder case of Arshad Pappu … Read more
KHAIRPUR: Station House Officer (SHO) Khanwahan has been suspended after threatening the parents of minor sexual abuse victim Fatima Fariro, who died in the Haveli of the Pirs of Ranipur. Senior Superintendent (SSP) Naushahro Feroze Abid Ali Baloch suspended the SHO Khanwahan Abdul Ghani Dayo after the minor girl’s parents addressed a press conference. He … Read more
Caretaker government will provide level-playing field to all registered political parties. The final result of delimitation of constituencies will be released on November 30. Caretaker government had nothing to do with Nawaz Sharif’s matters. KARACHI: Caretaker Minister for Information and Broadcasting Murtaza Solangi on Friday reiterated the caretaker government’s commitment to providing a level-playing field … Read more
LONDON: Former prime minister Shehbaz Sharif held a crucial meeting with his elder brother and PML-N supremo Nawaz Sharif after arriving in London. PML-N chief organizer Maryam Nawaz, who arrived in London earlier today, was also present in the meeting held at Hussain Nawaz’s office. Just a day after returning, Shehbaz Sharif rushed back to … Read more
ISLAMABAD: In a bid to further encourage remittances through formal channels, the State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) launched a new ‘Diamond’ category of the Sohni Dharti Remittance Program (SDRP) that offers enhanced points and additional benefits to emitters. The category will be effective from September 22, 2023, in addition to the existing three – Green, … Read more
LAHORE: Pakistan Railways has decided to shut down the iconic Shalimar Express train once again due to a financial crisis. According to reports, the railway’s administration is facing a loss of about Rs2 million daily in running the train. The Shalimar Express runs between Lahore to Karachi simultaneously at 6 AM. Earlier in May, the … Read more
LAHORE: Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) has suspended the basic party membership of senior leader and former Governor Punjab Sardar Latif Khosa. Secretary General Syed Nayyar Hussain Bukhari issued a notification suspending Khosa’s membership for his failure to reply to the show-cause notice issued against him for violating the party policy. The party has also suspended … Read more
ISLAMABAD: British High Commissioner to Pakistan Ms Jane Marriott called on Finance Minister Dr Shamshad Akhtar and discussed bilateral relations. Professor of Economic Policy at Oxford University Stefan Dercon also accompanied the British envoy. The finance minister shared policy actions to enhance Pakistan’s economic resilience in the face of global challenges focusing on sustainable development … Read more
LHC sought final reply on forming judicial commission. The court summoned the Chief Secretary Punjab on Sep 25. The Christian community sought the formation of a judicial commission. LAHORE: The Lahore High Court (LHC) has given the last chance to the Punjab government to decide on establishing a judicial commission on the Jaranwala tragedy. Justice … Read more
