Karachi Attack on Chinese Engineers, Says Muhammad Aurangzeb

ISLAMABAD: Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb announced on Tuesday that Chinese engineers were killed in a suicide attack in Karachi. They were involved in crucial energy debt restructuring negotiations with the Pakistani government. This tragic event underscores the ongoing challenges Pakistan faces in maintaining security for foreign nationals working in the country. In a pre-recorded statement, …

Political Tensions Escalate as Gandapur Reappears, PTI Vows Protests

Ali Amin Gandapur, a prominent leader of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI), had been missing since October 5, when he was last seen leading a convoy of PTI protestors into Islamabad. He reportedly vanished near China Chowk, sparking concerns and questions. CCTV footage from Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa House showed him entering the premises but later leaving in civilian clothes. …

Senator Faisal Vawda’s Cryptic Message Fuels Speculation Amid PTI Protests

Senator Faisal Vawda issued a cryptic message on social media regarding the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) protest in Islamabad. Using ambiguous language, he seemed to criticize certain individuals without naming them directly. Vawda referred to a “cat and mouse” scenario, stating, “History has been made; brave warriors, Mr Dandapur, have fled like a mouse, hiding in …

Gandapur Reappears Amidst Political Tensions, Sparks Controversy

PESHAWAR: Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Chief Minister Ali Amin Gandapur reappeared on Sunday at the provincial assembly after nearly a day of tensions. His sudden disappearance during a Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI)-led protest in Islamabad sparked confusion and concern. Gandapur vanished while leading a PTI convoy on October 5, last seen near China Chowk. This unexpected absence prompted …

Mobile Services Suspended in Twin Cities Amid PTI Protest Unrest

ISLAMABAD: Mobile phone services in Rawalpindi and Islamabad remained suspended for the third consecutive day on Sunday, as unrest continued due to Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) protests in the federal capital. The suspension caused significant disruption, leaving residents frustrated and disconnected. In several areas, including Sri Nagar Highway, Zero Point, and Faisal Avenue, containers were still …

IHC Orders Govt to Restore Normalcy in Islamabad, Designate Location for PTI Protest

ISLAMABAD: The Islamabad High Court (IHC) has directed the federal government to restore normalcy in the city. It also ordered to provide a designated space for Pakistan Tehreek-i-Insaf (PTI) to hold its protest. The order came in response to a petition filed by traders, who complained that daily life in the capital had come to …

PTI Supporters Defy Tear Gas in March to Minar-e-Pakistan

LAHORE: Defying the Punjab government’s strict security measures, Pakistan Tehreek-i-Insaf (PTI) workers gathered at Minar-i-Pakistan on Saturday. Despite heavy tear gas and baton charges, the supporters marched to the historic site to show their strength. The PTI workers, chanting slogans, responded to party founder Imran Khan’s call. They assembled to celebrate Khan’s birthday and pass …

PTI Protest in Lahore: Government Seals Minar-e-Pakistan, Arrests 600 Workers

Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) is set to hold a protest in Lahore today, but the Punjab government has taken stringent measures to prevent it. According to reports, the authorities have sealed off Minar-e-Pakistan, the planned venue for the demonstration. Containers have been placed on all major routes leading to the site, restricting access for protestors and …

Imran Khan’s Sisters Arrested in D-Chowk Protest

Islamabad police arrested several Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) activists, including Imran Khan’s sisters, Aleema Khan and Uzma Khan, as they attempted to reach D-Chowk for a planned protest. The two sisters, along with dozens of PTI supporters, were taken into custody during the demonstration. Police moved them to the secretariat police station. The protest quickly escalated …

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 …

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