JCP forms seven-member panels for high court judge interviews without Supreme Court judges

The Judicial Commission of Pakistan (JCP) has constituted separate seven-member committees to conduct interviews for the appointment of additional judges in the Lahore High Court (LHC), Islamabad High Court (IHC), Sindh High Court (SHC), and Balochistan High Court (BHC). Notably, none of the newly formed panels includes a Supreme Court judge, marking a significant procedural…

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Barrister Gohar Rules Out Government Talks, Rejects PTI AJK Election Boycott Claims

PESHAWAR: Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) Chairman Barrister Gohar Ali Khan has ruled out any ongoing negotiations with the federal government, clarifying that recent contacts have not progressed beyond an offer for dialogue while rejecting reports that the party plans to boycott the upcoming Azad Jammu and Kashmir (AJK) elections. Speaking to reporters outside the Peshawar High…

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Pakistan Downs Four Afghan Drones Along Balochistan Border, ISPR Warns of Strong Response

ISLAMABAD: Pakistan’s military has announced that security forces successfully intercepted and destroyed four drones allegedly launched from Afghanistan after they crossed into Pakistani airspace along the Balochistan border. According to the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR), the drones entered Pakistani territory on June 30 and were immediately detected by the country’s advanced air defence system. The…

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Mohsin Naqvi Arrives in Saudi Arabia for High-Level Security Talks to Strengthen Pakistan-Saudi Relations

RIYADH: Pakistan’s Interior Minister and Minister for Narcotics Control, Mohsin Raza Naqvi, has arrived in Saudi Arabia on an official visit to strengthen bilateral relations and expand security cooperation between Pakistan and the Kingdom. Upon his arrival at King Khalid International Airport in Riyadh, Mohsin Naqvi received a warm welcome from Saudi Interior Minister Prince…

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Pakistan Orders Nationwide Crackdown on Afghan Nationals Living Without Valid Visas

Pakistan has announced a nationwide crackdown on Afghan nationals residing in the country without valid visas, directing law enforcement agencies to begin strict enforcement measures from July 10, 2026. The move is part of the government’s ongoing efforts to strengthen immigration control, improve national security, and accelerate the repatriation of undocumented foreign nationals. According to…

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Karachi Attack Suspect Reveals Afghanistan Training, Links Jamaat-ul-Ahrar to Cross-Border Terror Network

Fresh evidence has emerged following the interrogation of an injured suspect arrested after the attack on a Pakistan Rangers (Sindh) camp in Karachi. According to investigators, the suspect claimed he received militant training in Afghanistan and disclosed alleged links between Jamaat-ul-Ahrar and cross-border terrorist networks. The suspect, identified as Usman Ali, reportedly told investigators that…

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Pakistan Eliminates 29 Terrorists in Major Counterterrorism Operations Under Operation Ghazb Lil Haq

Pakistan’s security forces have intensified nationwide counterterrorism efforts after a series of militant attacks in different parts of the country. In a major security operation conducted under Operation Ghazb Lil Haq, officials confirmed that 29 terrorists were eliminated during intelligence-based actions targeting militant hideouts near the Pakistan-Afghanistan border. According to security sources, an intelligence-based operation…

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The Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) has issued a show-cause notice to Member of the National Assembly (MNA) Iqbal Afridi over allegations of repeatedly violating party discipline and engaging in conduct that the party claims has harmed its unity and public image. According to the notice, signed by PTI Chairman Barrister Gohar Ali Khan, Iqbal Afridi has been directed to submit a written explanation within seven days. The notice warns that failure to provide a satisfactory response could result in disciplinary action, including the cancellation of his basic party membership and expulsion from PTI. The notice alleges that Afridi has repeatedly displayed inappropriate behavior toward fellow PTI lawmakers during parliamentary proceedings. Party leaders claim that several incidents involving arguments and confrontations were recorded on camera and widely circulated on television channels and social media platforms, damaging the party’s reputation. PTI also accused Afridi of using offensive language against fellow members and acting against parliamentary party decisions inside the National Assembly. According to the party, such actions undermined collective decision-making and disrupted party discipline. In addition, the notice claims that Afridi behaved inappropriately toward both senior and junior National Assembly staff members, further affecting PTI’s public image. One of the major allegations relates to an incident outside Adiala Jail on June 23, where PTI supporters had gathered to express solidarity with party founder Imran Khan. According to the notice, Afridi was allegedly involved in planning an attack on fellow party members, while one of his associates reportedly assaulted several PTI lawmakers during the confrontation. Party officials described the alleged incidents as serious misconduct that violated the PTI constitution and damaged internal unity. The leadership stated that disciplinary proceedings became necessary after repeated complaints regarding Afridi’s conduct. According to party sources, the decision to issue the show-cause notice was finalized during a recent PTI parliamentary party meeting, where members discussed Afridi’s repeated confrontations with fellow lawmakers. The lawmaker has recently been involved in several public disputes, including arguments with PTI leader Junaid Akbar during a parliamentary session and another confrontation with MNA Sibghatullah outside Adiala Jail. These incidents reportedly contributed to the party’s decision to initiate formal disciplinary action. PTI leadership has maintained that party discipline is essential for maintaining unity and organizational stability, emphasizing that every elected representative is expected to follow party policies and respect internal procedures.

The Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) has issued a show-cause notice to Member of the National Assembly (MNA) Iqbal Afridi over allegations of repeatedly violating party discipline and engaging in conduct that the party claims has harmed its unity and public image. According to the notice, signed by PTI Chairman Barrister Gohar Ali Khan, Iqbal Afridi has…

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