Tensions Rise as PTI Prepares for Protest Amid SCO Summit

LAHORE/ISLAMABAD: On the eve of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf’s (PTI) planned march on Islamabad, government officials urged the party to delay its demonstration. The march is set to take place at D-Chowk, but the government requested PTI to postpone for a couple of weeks due to the arrival of foreign dignitaries. The capital will soon host high-profile events, …

PTI Chairman Raises Concerns Over Govt’s Power to Amend Constitution

Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) Chairman Gohar Ali Khan has raised serious concerns about the current government’s authority to amend the Constitution. Speaking to media Khan expressed doubts about the government’s legitimacy to push through constitutional changes. “We believe that this government does not have the power to amend the Constitution,” Khan stated, emphasizing PTI’s stance on …

Court Rejects Bail Pleas of Imran Khan and Bushra Bibi in Toshakhana Case

A court in Rawalpindi rejected the bail pleas of Imran Khan, the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) founder, and his wife Bushra Bibi on Monday. They face charges of misusing their power to retain state gifts in the new Toshakhana case. The hearing took place at Adiala Jail, where the couple is being held. Special Judge Central …

PTI Protest in Rawalpindi Ends in Violence, Gandapur Returns to KP

RAWALPINDI: Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) Chief Minister Ali Amin Gandapur returned to Peshawar after the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) protest in Rawalpindi was called off. The protest, held near Liaquat Bagh, ended in violent clashes between PTI supporters and riot police. The convoy led by Gandapur was stuck at Burhan Interchange for several hours due to roadblocks. …

Imran Khan, Bushra Bibi to Be Indicted in Toshakhana Case on October 2

RAWALPINDI: Authorities confirmed on Thursday that Imran Khan, the founder of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI), and his wife Bushra Bibi will be indicted in a new Toshakhana reference on October 2. The case comes after a series of legal actions involving the couple. Last week, the Supreme Court ordered the transfer of the case to the …

SC Directs ECP to Revisit Reserved Seats Notification

ISLAMABAD: The Supreme Court (SC) has issued a separate note from Justice Yahya Afridi, directing the Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP) to revisit its notification of returned candidates on reserved seats. Justice Afridi’s note emphasizes that a candidate, who declared their representation of a political party, must be declared as such unless they have withdrawn …

Fazlur Rehman Rejects Judges’ Tenure Extension

ISLAMABAD: Jamiat Ulema-e-Islam-Fazl (JUI-F) chief Maulana Fazlur Rehman has declined to support the government’s proposal. The proposal aimed to extend the tenure or increase the retirement age of judges. His refusal has placed the government’s constitutional amendment package in jeopardy. This move has become a significant hurdle for the ruling coalition. The government had been …

PTI Postpones Protest to September 21

The Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) has postponed its planned protest, which was originally scheduled for September 13, to September 21. The announcement came on Thursday, with party leaders confirming the new date for the demonstration. PTI leader Salman Akram Raja stated, “We will definitely hold the gathering on September 21, whether we get the NOC or …

“Military Trial of a Civilian is Concerning”, IHC Remarks on Imran Khan’s Military Trial

The Islamabad High Court (IHC) on Thursday questioned the federal government over the possibility of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) founder Imran Khan facing a military trial. Justice Miangul Hassan Aurangzeb expressed concern over the trial of a civilian in a military court, stating that it was worrisome for both the petitioner and the court. “Is Imran …

PTI Senator Falak Naz Suspended for Abusing Faisal Vawda in Senate Session

ISLAMABAD – The Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) Senator Falak Naz faced suspension from the Senate on Tuesday for allegedly hurling abuse at senior politician Faisal Vawda during a heated Senate session. The incident occurred while Vawda delivered a controversial speech, prompting a strong reaction from the PTI senator. The verbal clash took place during a session …

Imran Khan Defends Gandapur Amid Controversy of Negotiations

Imran Khan, the founding leader of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI), has come out in defense of Ali Amin Gandapur, the Chief Minister of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (K-P), following a series of controversial remarks that have sparked significant backlash. Speaking informally to journalists at Adiala Jail, Khan dismissed criticisms of Gandapur’s comments, claiming that the Chief Minister was …

PTI Vows to Continue Protests Despite Crackdown

The Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) has reaffirmed its commitment to continue its nationwide protests, even after a police crackdown at Parliament House late Monday night, which led to the arrest of several PTI leaders. The party’s resolve was declared during a press conference in Peshawar on Tuesday, where PTI leadership expressed defiance in the face of …

PTI Leader Barrister Gohar Ali Khan Released After Arrest in Crackdown

The police released Barrister Gohar Ali Khan, chairman of the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) on Tuesday. The leader was arrested in a crackdown related to the new Peaceful Assembly and Public Order Bill, 2024. The arrest occurred a day prior, prompting widespread criticism from the PTI leader. The police announced that Khan had been cleared of …

KP Chief Minister Gandapur Returns to Peshawar Amid PTI Crackdown

Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Chief Minister Ali Amin Gandapur returned to Peshawar after being unreachable for several hours during a crackdown on Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) leadership. Authorities initiated the action in response to alleged violations of the law during a PTI rally in Islamabad. Sources told Geo News that Gandapur was in meetings in the federal capital …

Police Crackdown on PTI Leaders, Gohar Khan and Sher Afzal Marwat Arrested

ISLAMABAD: On September 9, 2024, Islamabad police arrested Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) Chairman Barrister Gohar Khan and lawmaker Sher Afzal Marwat outside Parliament House. The arrests stemmed from allegations that PTI violated the newly enacted Peaceful Assembly and Public Order Bill, 2024, during their rally in the capital on Sunday. Further arrests are anticipated, with police …

Islamabad on High Alert as PTI Rally Set to Begin in Sangjani

The Islamabad administration heightened security on Sunday, putting the capital on red alert ahead of the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) rally scheduled for today in Sangjani. Multiple key roads leading to the federal capital have been blocked as law enforcement braces for any potential unrest during the political gathering. Authorities directed police officers to remain within …

“No Escape for Imran Khan”, Khawaja Asif Confirms Military Trial

As legal challenges mount for Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) founder Imran Khan, Defence Minister Khawaja Asif has indicated that a military trial for the former prime minister is becoming increasingly inevitable. Speaking to a private news channel on Saturday, Asif emphasized that the evidence against Khan is pointing towards a military trial, particularly in light of …

Imran Khan Accuses NAB of Making False Cases Against wife Bushra Bibi

RAWALPINDI: Imran Khan, the incarcerated founder of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI), issued legal threats to the National Accountability Bureau (NAB) chairman and investigation officer (IO) during a court hearing on Friday. Khan pointed at NAB IO Mohsin Haroon and accused him of fabricating cases against his wife, Bushra Bibi. “My spouse is in prison because of …

Khawaja Asif Questions PTI’s Sincerity in Dialogue Efforts

Islamabad: Federal Minister for Defence, Khawaja Asif, expressed doubts about the sincerity of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) in its reported interest in negotiations. Speaking on Sunday, Asif criticized PTI’s leader, Imran Khan, for what he described as erratic behavior and opportunistic attitudes, claiming that even members of PTI have lost trust in their own party chief. …

PTI Rebuffs Reports of Dialogue with PML-N, Clarifies Meeting Focus

ISLAMABAD: Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) Chairman Barrister Gohar Khan has dismissed recent reports suggesting that his party is engaged in indirect dialogue with the Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N). On Sunday, Khan firmly denied any talks or negotiations with the ruling party. “The PTI neither offered any talks nor sought any favours,” Khan stated, refuting claims that …

Nationwide Strike Disrupts Businesses as Traders Protest Tax Reforms

Traders across Pakistan are on strike today, protesting against the government’s new tax reforms. The strike has led to widespread business closures in major cities. Traders’ associations and political parties support the strike, highlighting their frustration with the tax policies. Political parties backing the strike include Jamiat Ulema-e-Islam Fazl (JUI-F), Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI), Jamaat-e-Islami (JI), …

KE CEO Moonis Alvi Condemns Remarks Against Female Employee

K-Electric CEO Syed Moonis Abdullah Alvi has publicly addressed recent controversial remarks made by a Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) member about the attire of a female employee at the company. Alvi took to X, formerly known as Twitter, to express his disappointment over the comments and to reaffirm KE’s commitment to gender equity in the workplace. …

Hammad Azhar Steps Down Again as PTI Punjab President

Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) leader Hammad Azhar announced on Thursday that he is stepping down as the president of the party’s Punjab chapter, citing a lack of access to the imprisoned former prime minister and PTI chairman, Imran Khan. Azhar’s resignation marks the second time this year that he has relinquished a prominent position within the …

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