Sheikh Rasheed Acquitted in Defamation Case Against Asif Ali Zardari

Islamabad’s District and Session Court has acquitted former interior minister Sheikh Rasheed in a defamation case filed against him for making derogatory remarks about former President Asif Ali Zardari. The ruling, delivered today, brings an end to a year-long legal battle for the Awami Muslim League (AML) chief. Rasheed, who was booked last year at …

President Asif Ali Zardari Suffers Foot Fracture in Dubai

President Asif Ali Zardari fractured his foot while deboarding an airplane at Dubai International Airport on Wednesday night. The President House confirmed the injury in a statement on Thursday. Following the fall, medical personnel took Zardari directly to the hospital. Doctors conducted a thorough check-up and placed his foot in a cast. According to the …

PTI to Challenge 26th Constitutional Amendment

Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) leader Shoaib Shaheen declared on Wednesday that the party will challenge the recently passed 26th Constitutional Amendment. He described it as a threat to the independence of Pakistan’s judiciary. This announcement came during an interview with a local news channel. The amendment, passed by the ruling coalition with a two-thirds majority, makes …

PM Shehbaz Praises 26th Constitutional Amendment for Swift Justice

ISLAMABAD: After the successful legislation of the 26th Constitutional Amendment, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif praised the legal reforms. He stated that they will ensure swift redressal of cases pending with the judiciary. Addressing his cabinet in Islamabad on Tuesday, the prime minister said, “With the 26th Constitutional Amendment, the people will get quick justice from …

Pakistan Must Appoint New Chief Justice by October 22

The coalition government has just over 30 hours to appoint a new Chief Justice of Pakistan (CJP). This urgency comes after the enactment of the 26th Constitutional Amendment, which requires the appointment of the CJP to be finalized three days before the current CJP’s retirement. With Chief Justice Qazi Faez Isa set to retire on …

President Zardari approves 26th Constitutional Amendment

The 26th Constitutional Amendment became law today. President Asif Ali Zardari gave his assent. Earlier, both houses of Parliament approved the amendment. The ruling coalition worked hard over the weekend to secure a two-thirds majority. First, the Senate passed the amendment, followed by the National Assembly. The amendment brings key changes to the judiciary. It …

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 …

President Zardari Meets Putin, Calls for Stronger Bilateral Ties

ASHGABAT: President Asif Ali Zardari and Russian President Vladimir Putin discussed strengthening bilateral relations during an informal meeting on Friday. The interaction took place on the sidelines of a two-day international forum in Ashgabat, Turkmenistan, marking the 300th birth anniversary of Turkmen philosopher and poet Magtymguly Faragi. According to a statement from the President House, …

Pakistan, Saudi Arabia Reaffirm Commitment to Strengthen Economic Ties

ISLAMABAD: A high-powered Saudi delegation on Thursday, led by Investment Minister Sheikh Khalid Bin Abdul Aziz Al Faleh, arrived in Islamabad for a three-day official visit. The delegation met with top Pakistani leaders, including President Asif Ali Zardari and Chief of Army Staff (COAS) General Asim Munir, to discuss strengthening economic cooperation. During a meeting …

President and PM Highlight Jinnah’s Legacy on 76th Death Anniversary

On the 76th death anniversary of Quaid-e-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah, President Asif Ali Zardari and Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif underscored the importance of Jinnah’s guiding principles and vision for Pakistan’s progress. Both leaders emphasized the need to follow Jinnah’s ideals to ensure the country’s prosperity. President Zardari, in his message to the nation, urged the …

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