Five people were injured after unidentified gunmen attacked the residence of Awami National Party (ANP) Swat district vice-president Malik Mumtaz Khan in the Shakardara area of Swat, police confirmed. According to officials at Matta Police Station, the attackers opened fire on the house, injuring several people. As the wounded were being transported to a hospital,…
The Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) has officially announced a comprehensive boycott of the upcoming Azad Jammu and Kashmir (AJK) Legislative Assembly elections, stating that the current political and security environment does not permit a free, fair, and transparent electoral process. Following a high-level meeting of its Core Committee, PTI described the decision as a principled stand…
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…
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…
Prominent Baloch activist Dr. Mahrang Baloch has been sentenced to life imprisonment by an anti-terrorism court in connection with a 2024 protest held in Gwadar, marking a significant development in one of Pakistan’s most closely followed legal cases. The court also handed a life sentence to fellow activist Sibghatullah Shah after convicting both individuals on…
Pakistan’s Defence Minister Khawaja Asif has defended his recent remarks and reaffirmed his position on key political issues while responding to criticism from Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) Chairman Bilawal Bhutto Zardari. Speaking during a television interview, Khawaja Asif said that Bilawal Bhutto Zardari has every democratic right to express his views and criticize political opponents….
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has defended the legitimacy of the current government, stating that if the 2018 general elections are considered legitimate, then the present government must also be regarded as legitimate. Speaking during the debate on the Finance Bill 2026-27 in the National Assembly, the prime minister rejected opposition claims questioning his government’s constitutional…
Former Sindh Governor Imran Ismail has called for political dialogue and negotiations, stating that Pakistan’s ongoing political challenges can only be resolved through constructive discussions among stakeholders. Speaking at a seminar organized by the National Dialogue Committee in Lahore, he emphasized the importance of reconciliation and consensus for ensuring long-term political stability. During his address,…
The Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP) has officially announced the results of the Gilgit-Baltistan Assembly elections, with the Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) emerging as the largest political party after securing 9 seats in the 24-member assembly. According to the Election Commission, notifications have been issued for 21 of the 24 constituencies, while results for GBLA-9…
A major proposal aimed at providing relief to electricity consumers emerged during a meeting of the Senate Standing Committee on Finance, where Senator Kamal Ali Agha called for the abolition of fixed charges imposed on electricity bills across Pakistan. Speaking during the committee session, Senator Kamal Ali Agha argued that fixed charges have become a…
