KARACHI: Political leaders from multiple parties expressed strong support for the armed forces on Sunday, accusing the Pakistan Tehreek-i-Insaf (PTI) of running a coordinated campaign to undermine state institutions. Despite the criticism, PTI held a large rally in Peshawar, insisting that attempts to discredit its leadership would only strengthen the party. Read More: PML-N, PTI trade barbs […]
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Tarar warns of possible restrictions on PTI meetings
Federal Information Minister Attaullah Tarar has said that banning meetings with PTI founder Imran Khan and arresting his sisters cannot be ruled out. He argued that individuals visiting the jailed leader promote an anti-state narrative following their meetings. Speaking on a private TV program, Tarar stated that the original purpose of visits is to check […]
Faisal Vawda warns of governor’s rule in KP
ISLAMABAD: Senator Faisal Vawda on Wednesday issued a stern warning over political unrest in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP), hinting at the potential imposition of governor’s rule. In a post on X, the minister emphasized that all actions moving forward would strictly adhere to the Constitution and the law. Read More: Senator Faisal Vawda exposes land scam in Port […]
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 […]
Govt rejects rumours about Imran Khan’s health
ISLAMABAD – The Senate on Friday witnessed a second consecutive day of loud protests by PTI senators, who demanded clarity on former prime minister Imran Khan’s health amid a wave of social media rumours. The government, however, assured the House that Mr Khan was in good health and dismissed the circulating claims as “false and […]
Azma Bukhari tells Sohail Afridi to read law before lecturing
Punjab Information Minister Azma Bukhari responded to Sohail Afridi’s letter to CM Maryam Nawaz, saying he should study the law himself. She stated that CM Nawaz does not interfere in jail visits or the work of government officials. Bukhari highlighted that Afridi cannot lecture others on legal matters without understanding the rules. She added that […]
PML-N–PPP tensions rise over rumours of CM Bugti’s removal
QUETTA: Political tensions between the PML-N and the PPP in Balochistan surfaced prominently on Wednesday after PML-N Senator Mir Dostain Khan Domki claimed that Chief Minister Mir Sarfraz Bugti would soon be replaced. His remarks sparked a wave of speculation, which the PPP swiftly dismissed as unfounded and politically motivated. Read More: Case registered against […]
Ex-PTI leaders seek support for Imran Khan’s release
Former leaders of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) have decided to contact political parties and other stakeholders to secure Imran Khan’s release. Sources say the effort also aims to reduce rising political tensions and stabilize the country. The decision emerged during a high-level meeting with former Foreign Minister Shah Mahmood Qureshi on Friday. Senior PTI figures, including […]
PM Shehbaz holds meeting to ease PML-N, PPP political tensions
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has called a meeting of senior PML-N leaders to discuss growing political tensions with the PPP. The meeting aims to find ways to calm the dispute between Punjab and Sindh provinces. He will be briefed on the PPP’s recent walkout from the National Assembly. Meanwhile, senior leaders will share concerns raised […]
India-Pakistan imports hit 3-year peak amid frozen ties
Despite political tensions and a frozen trade agreement, Pakistan’s imports from India soared to a 3-year high in FY2025. Official data from the State Bank shows imports reaching $215 million during July to May, surpassing $207 million in FY2024 and $190 million in FY2023. Surprisingly, even during a four-day military standoff in May, imports continued […]