Solangi vows action against malicious campaign on judiciary
Caretaker Federal Minister for Information, Broadcasting, and Parliamentary Affairs, Murtaza Solangi, on Monday pledged to take action against those involved in a malicious campaign against the superior judiciary. In a press conference held in Islamabad, the minister emphasised that while wrongdoers would be held accountable, no individual or group would be victimized in the process. […]
Ex-minister Fawad Chaudhry announces ‘complete boycott’ of Feb 8 polls – Pakistan
Former information minister Fawad Chaudhry on Monday announced that he and his “group” would “completely boycott” the upcoming general elections, terming the electoral process “fake”. The imprisoned politician made the remarks in a handwritten letter addressed to the Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP), a copy of which is available with Dawn.com. His official account on […]
Arnold defends Australia’s negativity in Asian Cup
DOHA: A prickly Graham Arnold hit back on Monday at suggestions that his Australia team are too defensive as the title contenders look to end the Asian Cup group stage with a bang. The Socceroos have reached the last 16 in Qatar even before Tuesday’s final group match against Uzbekistan thanks to a 2-0 win […]
Survey results: Majority of Dawn.com readers will vote in Feb 8 polls, but distrust electoral process – Pakistan
Readers also doubt integrity of past elections; see economy as primary challenge for Pakistan but doubt elected officials’ ability to tackle it. A majority of Dawn.com readers say they will vote in the forthcoming general elections that will be held on February 8, despite expressing little trust in the electoral process, according to the results […]
Inzamam-ul-Haq blames Zaka Ashraf for turmoil in Pakistan cricket
Former Pakistan chief selector Inzamam-ul-Haq has criticized ex-PCB chief Zaka Ashraf, attributing the dismal performance of national team in the 2023 World Cup to Ashraf’s alleged interference. In a recent interview with a local news channel, Inzamam expressed his discontent with the comments made by Ashraf regarding the team selection process. The former chairman claimed […]
Pakistani among recipients of Religious Freedom Award – World
Peter Jacob WASHINGTON: US Secretary of State Antony Blinken recently awarded the International Religious Freedom Award to distinguished individuals, including Peter Jacob of Pakistan, for their unwavering commitment to promoting and defending religious freedom globally. Peter Jacob, a relentless advocate for religious freedom and human rights, has dedicated over 35 years to championing the rights […]
Tight security rings India’s Ayodhya temple amid violence fears – World
NEW DELHI: Tight security has been clamped on Ayodhya town where a new temple will be inaugurated with state-sponsored fanfare by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday (today). The star-studded event is expected to draw popular movie actors, cricketers and leading industrialists to the temple town. A newly commissioned airport in Ayodhya would assist. Muslim […]
Pakistan, Iran announce return of ambassadors
ISLAMABAD: Days after Pakistan and Iran were on the verge of a major conflict, the two countries decided on Monday to restore full diplomatic relations with the return of ambassadors to their respective capitals later this week. “Following the telephone conversation between the Foreign Ministers of Pakistan and the Islamic Republic of Iran, it has […]
PTI-backed candidates launch campaign in Lahore amid fear of arrest, harassment – Pakistan
LAHORE: The Pakistan Tehreek-i-Insaf’s independent candidates have eventually begun their door-to-door election campaign in Lahore amidst fear of arrests and harassment by police. The police have so far been raiding and arresting PTI potential candidates, their family members, and workers, depriving them of the right to run their campaigns and hold public meetings even after […]
Under militancy’s shadow, political canvassing takes a back seat – Pakistan
In contrast to the lively rallies and door-to-door canvassing witnessed in other parts of the country, many parts of KP and Balochistan grapple with a daunting reality — the looming threat of militant groups. In a village in Bajaur, a Khyber Pakhtunkhwa district nestled along the rugged Afghan border, a disquieting silence hangs heavy. Inside […]