Senate Chairman Yusuf Raza Gilani appointed PTI-backed Raja Nasir Abbas as opposition leader in the Senate. The Senate Secretariat issued the notification after reviewing Senate rules and laws. The position was vacant following the disqualification of former opposition leader Shibli Faraz. Meanwhile, several senators congratulated Abbas on his appointment in the upper house. According to […]
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Tirah operation sparks debate in Senate
ISLAMABAD: Alarm bells were raised in the Senate on Monday over the ongoing military operation in Tirah, Khyber tribal district, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. ANP chief Senator Aimal Wali Khan accused the federal government of being in a “deep slumber,” leaving residents helpless amid displacement and disruption. He said that previous operations in KP involved consultations with […]
KP treasury lawmakers say PTI unfairly targeted
PESHAWAR: Treasury lawmakers in the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) Assembly on Monday claimed that the Pakistan Tehreek-i-Insaf (PTI) was being unfairly targeted. The remarks came amid debate over recent statements by the military spokesperson regarding militant attacks. Read More: KP Assembly to debate unfair distribution of uplift funds During an assembly session chaired by Deputy Speaker Suriyya […]
KP CM vows consultation, rejects ‘failed’ policy
PESHAWAR: Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) Chief Minister (CM) Mohammad Sohail Afridi on Sunday said his government would not become part of any “failed” policy, stressing that lasting peace in the province’s tribal districts requires decisions made in consultation with local elders and the provincial government. Read More: KP CM rejects blame over security lapses, urges policy reform Addressing a […]
PTI leaders favour dialogue, but Imran opposes: Rana Sanaullah
ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister’s Adviser on Political Affairs Rana Sanaullah on Friday said that while several Pakistan Tehreek-i-Insaf (PTI) leaders were open to dialogue with the government, party founder Imran Khan remained opposed, with the party continuing its call for protests on February 8. Read More: Govt open to dialogue, PTI divided over talks, says minister Speaking on Geo […]
Achakzai named opposition leader in National Assembly after months-long delay
ISLAMABAD: After months of delay, Mehmood Khan Achakzai, chief of the Tehreek-i-Tahafuz-i-Ayeen-i-Pakistan (TTAP), was formally appointed leader of the opposition in the National Assembly on Friday. Read More: Achakzai set to become NA opposition leader this week, says PTI The notification, seen by Dawn, confirmed that Achakzai’s tenure as opposition leader takes effect from January […]
KP CM Afridi makes brief one-day visit to Karachi
KARACHI: Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) Chief Minister (CM) Muhammad Sohail Afridi departed for Karachi on Wednesday for a brief one-day visit, just days after a weekend trip to the city, according to his social media account. The visit comes amid heightened political activity by his party, the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI), in Sindh. Read More: KP Opp leader […]
Opposition urges joint parliamentary session on Iran tensions
ISLAMABAD: The opposition alliance, including the PTI and other parties, has called for a joint session of parliament to address growing tensions in the Middle East, particularly in Iran. They urged the government to also convene a meeting of neighbouring countries to formulate a coordinated regional strategy. Read More: Joint Parliamentary session: Opposition to thwart govt’s […]
JCP confirms six PHC judges, extends tenure of four
ISLAMABAD: The Judicial Commission of Pakistan (JCP) on Wednesday recommended the confirmation of six additional judges of the Peshawar High Court (PHC) and extended the tenure of four others for another six months. The meeting, chaired by Chief Justice of Pakistan Yahya Afridi, took place at the Supreme Court and focused on evaluating the status […]
PTI minister’s statement caused losses to national airline: Marri
ISLAMABAD: PPP lawmaker Shazia Marri on Wednesday criticized a statement by a minister from the PTI government, saying it had inflicted significant losses on the national airline. Read More: PIA: From Asia’s pride to a symbol of lost glory Marri said that those responsible should be held accountable for the financial impact caused by the […]