National Assembly Speaker Ayaz Sadiq on Wednesday accepted the resignation of veteran politician Sardar Akhtar Mengal, chief of his faction of the Balochistan National Party (BNP-M). Mengal, who was elected as an MNA from Khuzdar (NA-256) in the 2024 general elections, had submitted his resignation in September that year, citing the “prevailing situation in Balochistan”. […]
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Ayaz Sadiq: Army, Judiciary criticism won’t be allowed
National Assembly Speaker Ayaz Sadiq said he will not allow anyone to speak against Pakistan’s army or judiciary in Parliament. He urged lawmakers to focus on public service and maintain peaceful debates. Sadiq emphasized that respecting institutions is vital for national unity and stability. Speaking to the media in Lahore, he advised opposition leaders to […]
Process to appoint NA opposition leader set in motion
National Assembly Speaker Ayaz Sadiq on Monday sought proposals for the nomination of the opposition leader in the lower house of Parliament. The seat has been vacant since August 7, following the disqualification of PTI’s Omar Ayub by the Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP). While the opposition has accused the government of delaying the appointment […]
PM approves Speaker-led talks with PTI
Prime Minister (PM) Shehbaz Sharif has given a formal go-ahead for negotiations between the government and Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI), signalling a possible opening for political dialogue. Sources say the prime minister has authorised National Assembly Speaker Sardar Ayaz Sadiq to lead the talks on behalf of the government. According to government sources, a delegation is […]
Ali Zafar welcomes Ayaz Sadiq and S Jaishankar’s handshake as positive start to 2026
Renowned Pakistani singer and actor Ali Zafar called the recent handshake between Pakistan’s National Assembly Speaker Sardar Ayaz Sadiq and Indian External Affairs Minister Dr S Jaishankar as an encouraging sign at the beginning of the new year. Sharing the image on social media platform X, Ali Zafar expressed optimism, saying that seeing such a […]
Ali Zafar calls Pak-India handshake a hopeful start to 2026
Renowned Pakistani singer and actor Ali Zafar has described the recent handshake between Pakistan’s National Assembly Speaker Sardar Ayaz Sadiq and Indian External Affairs Minister Dr S. Jaishankar as a hopeful and encouraging gesture at the start of 2026. Read More: Ali Zafar returns with long-awaited album ‘Roshni’ Sharing an image of the interaction on social […]
Jaishankar meets Pakistan NA Speaker Ayaz Sadiq during Dhaka condolence visit
India’s External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar met Pakistan’s National Assembly Speaker Sardar Ayaz Sadiq in Dhaka on Wednesday, marking a rare interaction between senior officials of the two countries amid strained relations. The brief meeting took place at the residence of late former Bangladesh prime minister Khaleda Zia, where both leaders were present to offer […]
NA Speaker Ayaz Sadiq visits Khaleda Zia’s residence to offer condolences
National Assembly Speaker Sardar Ayaz Sadiq on Wednesday visited the residence of former Bangladesh prime minister Khaleda Zia in Dhaka to express condolences on her passing. The visit was part of Pakistan’s official outreach to convey sympathy following the death of the veteran Bangladeshi leader. During the visit, Speaker Ayaz Sadiq met Khaleda Zia’s son, […]
PML-N pays tribute to Benazir Bhutto on her death anniversary
A PML-N delegation on led by Speaker National Assembly Ayaz Sadiq reached Sukkur to pay tribute to Shaheed Benazir Bhutto on her death anniversary at Garhi Khuda Bux on Saturday. Speaker National Assembly, Ayaz Sadiq stated that the delegation came to offer prayers and pay homage to Benazir Bhutto. He said that he became Speaker […]
Speaker warns against anti-parliament remarks amid Achakzai controversy
ISLAMABAD: National Assembly Speaker Ayaz Sadiq on Monday issued a strong warning against what he described as anti-parliament statements by Pakhtunkhwa Mili Awami Party (PkMAP) chief Mehmood Khan Achakzai. Read More: Opposition unites against proposed 27th Amendment Although nominated by the PTI as the new opposition leader, Mr Achakzai’s appointment has not yet been notified […]