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Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) senior leader Omar Ayub dismissed rumours of any agreement related to the recent release of Bushra Bibi, the wife of PTI founder Imran Khan. Speaking to journalists in Sargodha on Friday, Ayub, who is also the Leader of the Opposition in the National Assembly, stated, “Bushra Bibi’s release is not part of …
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ISLAMABAD: The Islamabad High Court (IHC) ordered, On Thursday, the Adiala jail administration to present incarcerated Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) founder Imran Khan before the court at 3 PM. This directive came during the hearing of a contempt of court case against the Adiala jail superintendent for preventing Khan’s lawyers from meeting him. Imran Khan has …
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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 …
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The Islamabad High Court (IHC) granted bail to Bushra Bibi on Wednesday. She is the wife of PTI Chairman Imran Khan. The case involved an expensive Bulgari jewellery set from Toshakhana, which was obtained at a low price. On October 4, Bushra Bibi filed a petition seeking post-arrest bail. The IHC notified the Federal Investigation …
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ISLAMABAD: The Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) has vehemently rejected the nomination of Justice Yahya Afridi as the new Chief Justice of Pakistan (CJP). Party leaders vowed to initiate a protest movement against the Special Parliamentary Committee’s decision. PTI leader Hamid Khan expressed the party’s condemnation of the nomination during an interview with Geo News. He stated, …
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ISLAMABAD: The Special Parliamentary Committee, constituted for the first time in Pakistan’s history to appoint a Chief Justice of Pakistan (CJP), has agreed on the name of Justice Yahya Afridi for the position. This decision came after the first round of the in-camera meeting, which took place on Tuesday afternoon in Parliament House. The committee, …
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ISLAMABAD: Barrister Gohar Ali denied reports of internal discontent. He also denied reports claiming that jailed PTI Founder Imran Khan rebuked the party’s leadership. He made this statement during a media briefing on Tuesday. “The PTI remains united, and there is no forward block in its ranks,” Gohar stated confidently. His remarks aimed to quell …
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On a significant note, the Senate of Pakistan passed an amendment bill with a two-thirds majority on Sunday. This was swiftly followed by the National Assembly’s approval with an equivalent majority early on Monday morning. This marks a pivotal moment in Pakistan’s legislative history, particularly regarding the judiciary, as it aims to implement comprehensive reforms …
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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 …
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ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif called Sunday a historic day for Pakistan after the 26th Constitutional Amendment passed in the National Assembly. He highlighted the significance of the event, stating that “parliament reigns supreme.” A total of 225 members, including coalition partners and independent lawmakers, voted in favor of the bill. The judicial reforms, passed …
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ISLAMABAD: Senior PTI leader Asad Qaiser made a statement on Monday. He said that PTI-backed independent candidates betrayed the party. These candidates supported the recent constitutional amendment. According to Qaiser, they also betrayed the party’s founder, Imran Khan. The government secured 225 votes, just over the required 224, with the help of independent MNAs, including …
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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 …
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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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 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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Barrister Saif, Information Advisor for Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, announced on Thursday that the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) will resist the proposed constitutional amendment. He stated that the party will oppose it through both legal and political means. Saif accused the current government of being “illegitimate” and claimed it was attempting to secretly alter the Constitution without proper …
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LAHORE: The ruling parties held a crucial meeting at Jati Umra, the Sharif family’s residence in Lahore. They made significant progress in securing Maulana Fazlur Rehman’s support. The JUI-F leader is backing their proposed judicial reform package. The agreement, however, still requires cooperation from the PTI to reach complete consensus on the constitutional amendments. Maulana …
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