ISLAMABAD: The sit-in by the TTAP entered its fifth day on Tuesday as blocked routes to Parliament House were cleared, with the opposition expressing hope that at least one family member of incarcerated Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) founder Imran Khan or a party leader would be allowed to meet him. Read More: Opposition sit-in over Imran’s health enters fourth […]
Pakistan politics
Gandapur credits Naqvi for role in Imran Khan release
ISLAMABAD: Former Khyber Pakhtunkhwa chief minister Ali Amin Gandapur has credited Mohsin Naqvi with playing what he called an unparalleled role in securing the release of Imran Khan, the founder of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI). Read More: Govt decides to shift ailing Imran Khan to hospital Speaking to media, Gandapur said no one worked as tirelessly as Naqvi […]
Govt denies deal with Imran Khan amid health claims
LONDON: Federal Information Minister Attaullah Tarar on Monday rejected speculation about any deal or special relief for jailed Imran Khan, saying reports circulating on social media were unfounded. Speaking to media in London, Tarar said the former prime minister’s health was stable and not alarming. He said sensational claims had been spread online, whereas Khan’s […]
Islamabad jail ready: Imran Khan transfer confirmed
Islamabad’s new jail will be completed in two months, and PTI founder Imran Khan will be transferred. This move matters because Khan’s sentence came from an Islamabad court, ensuring proper custody. The transfer affects Khan directly and the prison system managing his detention. Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi told reporters that the jail will include all […]
Opposition to stage sit-in over Imran Khan’s health
ISLAMABAD: Opposition parties have announced a peaceful sit-in outside Parliament House from Friday, intensifying political tensions in the capital over concerns about the health and treatment of jailed former prime minister Imran Khan. Read More: National Dialogue Committee voices concern over Imran’s health The decision was announced by Mahmood Khan Achakzai, chief of the Tehreek Tahaffuz […]
PTI raises alarm over Imran Khan’s jail medical health report
ISLAMABAD: The Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) has voiced serious concerns over the health of its incarcerated founder, Imran Khan, citing a medical report submitted to the Supreme Court of Pakistan that claims significant loss of vision in his right eye. Read More: Medical board to examine Imran’s right eye after ‘85% vision loss’ The report, submitted by PTI lawyer […]
Government rebukes opposition leader over remarks on army
LAHORE: A senior security official on Tuesday strongly criticised Leader of the Opposition in the National Assembly, Mahmood Khan Achakzai, for what he termed “unfortunate and false” remarks about the Pakistan Army, saying such statements were deeply regrettable and harmful to national cohesion. Read More: Ayaz Sadiq: Army, Judiciary criticism won’t be allowed The response came […]
Supreme Court allows Salman Safdar to meet Imran Khan
ISLAMABAD: The Supreme Court of Pakistan on Tuesday granted permission for Barrister Salman Safdar to meet Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) founder Imran Khan, who is currently incarcerated at Adiala Jail. The decision was made during a hearing conducted by a two-member bench comprising Chief Justice Yahya Afridi and Justice Shahid Bilal Hassan. Read More: SC adjourns […]
Faisal Vawda warns against politicising counterterrorism operations
ISLAMABAD: Senator Faisal Vawda on Monday warned that any political party attempting to obstruct ongoing operations against militants would face strict consequences, emphasising that counterterrorism efforts must remain above political disputes. Read More: Qureshi, 20 others indicted in May 9 riot case Speaking outside Parliament House, Vawda highlighted the sacrifices of security forces, noting that […]
Opposition protest disrupts Sindh Assembly session
KARACHI: A protest by opposition lawmakers from Jamaat-i-Islami (JI) and Pakistan Tehreek-i-Insaf (PTI) over the recent detention of their leaders and workers disrupted proceedings of the Sindh Assembly on Monday, forcing the chair to adjourn the session amid disorder. Read More: Sindh Assembly echoes with opposition concerns over Karachi’s The opposition members raised slogans and protested against the […]