Awami National Party (ANP) leader Aimal Wali Khan launched a scathing critique of the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) during a Senate session discussing the 26th Constitutional Amendment. He accused the former ruling party of opposing necessary judicial reforms. “These amendments will ensure that judges like Saqib Nisar and Gulzar Ahmed won’t return,” Khan asserted. He emphasized …
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Sherry Rehman Addresses PTI Concerns on Constitutional Amendment
ISLAMABAD: Sherry Rehman, the parliamentary leader of the Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) in the Senate, responded to concerns raised by Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) leader Ali Zafar during a Senate session on Sunday. Zafar had expressed reservations about the proposed constitutional amendment. Rehman clarified that neither Zafar nor Barrister Gohar Ali Khan provided any proposals or …
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Strict Security Measures in Place for Pakistan’s National Assembly Session
Strict security measures have been implemented for today’s session of Pakistan’s National Assembly. According to the Assembly’s spokesperson, guest entry has been strictly prohibited to ensure a smooth and secure process. Only media representatives holding full-session press gallery cards issued by the Directorate General of Media, National Assembly Secretariat, will be granted entry into the …
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JUI-F Chief Maulana Fazlur Rehman Assures Support for 26th Constitutional Amendment
Jamiat Ulema-e-Islam-Fazl (JUI-F) chief Maulana Fazlur Rehman has assured the government that his party will fully support the 26th Constitutional Amendment. This move ends the deadlock between the government and Maulana Fazlur Rehman, according to Express News. Maulana Fazlur Rehman instructed JUI-F senators to back the government’s bill in both the National Assembly and the …
26th Amendment Bill Introduced in Senate Amid Political Tensions
The much-anticipated 26th Amendment Bill, which aims to enforce significant judicial reforms, was finally introduced in the Senate on Sunday evening. This followed weeks of political wrangling, primarily between the government and the opposition, particularly the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI). The bill was tabled after the federal cabinet approved the draft amendments earlier in the day. …
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Bilawal Bhutto to Depart for Dubai After Constitutional Amendment Approval
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan People’s Party (PPP) Chairman Bilawal Bhutto Zardari is expected to leave for Dubai today after the approval of the constitutional amendment. Sources revealed that Bilawal will travel to Dubai to meet his sister, Bakhtawar Bhutto Zardari. His visit to Dubai was previously delayed due to ongoing work on the constitutional amendment. Bilawal is …
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Federal Cabinet Approves Draft of 26th Constitutional Amendment
ISLAMABAD: The Federal Cabinet, led by Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, has approved the draft of the 26th constitutional amendment. This decision was made during a cabinet session on Sunday. Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif briefed the cabinet about his meeting with President Asif Ali Zardari. He also updated the members on the response from Jamiat Ulema-e-Islam …
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Govt to Table Final Draft of Constitutional Amendments in Parliament Today
ISLAMABAD: The government is set to present the final draft of the 26th Constitutional Amendment in both houses of parliament today. This comes after intense efforts to align the treasury and opposition parties. Federal Law Minister Azam Nazeer Tarar announced this at a press conference early Sunday. The federal cabinet will meet again at 2:30 …
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FIA Arrests Lahore Resident for Attempted Visa Fraud Outside US Consulate
Karachi: In a major operation, the Federal Investigation Agency (FIA) apprehended a Lahore resident outside the US Consulate in Karachi for attempting to secure a US visa using forged documents associated with a cricket club. The individual’s identity remains undisclosed, but reports reveal that he was caught while trying to obtain the visa with fraudulent …
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PTI Refuses to Vote on Constitutional Amendment Without Imran Khan’s Approval
ISLAMABAD: The Pakistan Tehreek-i-Insaf (PTI) has announced it will not vote on the proposed constitutional amendment without the approval of its founding chairman, Imran Khan. PTI Chairman Barrister Gohar Ali Khan made this statement during a press conference at the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa House on Saturday. He conveyed the party’s position to JUI-F chief Maulana Fazlur …
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Punjab Govt to Reinstate Private College Registration Following Protests
The Punjab government has decided to reinstate the registration of a private college in Lahore. This decision comes in the wake of intense protests after the college’s license was suspended due to unverified reports of an alleged rape involving a female student. Sources suggest that an official notification to restore the college’s registration will be …
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Govt Delays Constitutional Amendments Amid Assembly Session
The Senate session also started but adjourned around midnight for 30 minutes. Multiple delays characterized the federal government’s attempts to convene. On Saturday, officials planned to meet to discuss the judicial reform package, which includes a set of constitutional amendments. One significant proposal is the extension of the chief justice’s term. A special parliamentary committee, …
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Political Turmoil Surrounds Constitutional Amendments in Pakistan
The political landscape in Pakistan is increasingly volatile. On Saturday, the Senate experienced a chaotic series of events. The session finally began at 11 PM after multiple delays. This session is critical because it addresses a proposed constitutional amendment package, which includes changes like extending the Chief Justice’s term. Originally, the meeting was set for …
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Senate Session Delayed Amid Controversial Constitutional Amendments
The Senate session finally commenced at 11 PM, on Saturday evening, after a staggering delay of nearly eleven hours from its originally scheduled time. This session is pivotal as the federal government is expected to present a controversial constitutional amendment package, which includes proposals such as extending the Chief Justice’s term. Despite the urgency, the …
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Vawda Declares 26th Amendment Will Pass, Criticizes PTI Leadership
Former federal minister Faisal Vawda declared on Saturday that the 26th constitutional amendment will pass in parliament “at any cost.” He made this statement while speaking to the media in Islamabad. Vawda, a former member of the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI), criticized the party’s leadership. He said, “It takes no time to become zero from hero. …
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Bilawal Bhutto-Zardari’s Urgent Call for Consensus
PPP Chairman Bilawal Bhutto-Zardari urged the Jamiat Ulema-i-Islam-Fazl (JUI-F) and opposition parties to support the proposed constitutional package. He warned that if they do not cooperate, he would use the “brute majority” of the government to push through the amendments. Earlier, he claimed that a consensus had been reached on the issue. The Constitutional Package …
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Police Arrest PTI and TLP Workers Amid Section 144 Violation
Karachi police arrested over 20 PTI workers and leaders on Friday. They violated Section 144 by holding a rally in Empress Market, Saddar, demanding the release of Imran Khan. Authorities confirmed this, while PTI officials condemned the police action. Tehreek-i-Labbaik Pakistan (TLP) also staged a protest in Saddar. They were demonstrating against the death of …
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Nawaz Sharif Hints at Possible Meeting Between Shehbaz Sharif, Narendra Modi
PML-N President Nawaz Sharif has indicated that a meeting between Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi could happen soon. He expressed hope for the resumption of dialogue between the two countries. Sharif made these remarks during an interaction with Indian journalists on Thursday. The journalists were in Pakistan to cover the …
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BNP Condemns Raid on Akhtar Mengal’s Residence
ISLAMABAD: The leadership of the Balochistan National Party (BNP) condemned a late-night “raid” on the residence of party chairman Akhtar Mengal. The incident occurred at the Parliament Lodges in Islamabad. BNP leaders accused authorities of kidnapping the sons of party senators to coerce the BNP into supporting a proposed constitutional amendment aimed at curbing the …
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PM Shehbaz Sharif Appeals for Dr. Aafia Siddiqui’s Release
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has taken a significant step in advocating for Dr. Aafia Siddiqui’s release from an American prison. He wrote a letter to US President Joe Biden on October 13. In this letter, he urged the president to review Dr. Siddiqui’s case with compassion. Dr. Siddiqui has been incarcerated at the Federal Medical …
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SC Declares Election Act Cannot Override July 12 Ruling
ISLAMABAD: The Supreme Court of Pakistan has clarified its position. Recent amendments to the Election Act cannot nullify its ruling from July 12 on reserved seats. In a majority decision, eight judges emphasized that the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) remains eligible for these seats. They rejected the Election Commission of Pakistan’s (ECP) earlier decision from March …
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Roads Blocked in Rawalpindi Amid PTI Protests
Roads in Rawalpindi were blocked on Friday following Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf’s (PTI) call for nationwide protests after Friday prayers. Key roads, such as Peshawar Road near Cheering Cross and NAL Road near Military Hospital (MH), were barricaded, with only one lane open for traffic. Police placed zig-zag pickets at entry points into Rawalpindi, increasing security presence. …
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LHC Establishes Full Bench for Female Student Harassment Cases
LAHORE: The Lahore High Court (LHC) announced the formation of a full court bench to address a series of harassment incidents involving female students. Chief Justice Aalia Neelum emphasized the importance of this matter during a hearing on Friday. The court directed authorities to take the statement of an alleged victim linked to a high-profile …
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