Bushra Bibi challenges Toshakhana verdict – Pakistan
ISLAMABAD: Bushra Bibi, the spouse of former prime minister Imran Khan, has challenged her conviction in the Toshakhana reference before the Islamabad High Court (IHC). A day ago, Mr Khan also moved the court against his convictions in the Toshakhana and cipher cases. An accountability court convicted the husband and wife on Jan 31. They […]
PPP, PML-N unable to finalise ‘give and take’ in coalition talks – Pakistan
ISLAMABAD: The talks between PPP and PML-N to devise a power-sharing formula in the upcoming coalition government remained inconclusive, though both sides claimed “significant progress” in the discussions. The third meeting between the Contact and Coordination Committees (CCCs) of the two parties, which took place on Saturday, remained inconclusive and both decided to meet again […]
Shadab leads Islamabad United to huge win over Qalandars in PSL opener – Sport
LAHORE: Leading from the front, experienced all-rounder Shadab Khan steered Islamabad United to a resounding eight-wicket victory over defending champions Lahore Qalandars in the opening match of the HBL Pakistan Super League (PSL) at the Gaddafi Stadium on Saturday. Chasing a big total of 196 on a batting-friendly track under lights, United were home in […]
PBC demands body to investigate poll rigging allegations by Rawalpindi commissioner – Pakistan
ISLAMABAD: Against the backdrop of allegations of rigged election by Rawalpindi commissioner, Pakistan Bar Council (PBC) demanded an independent commission to probe the charges, with its executive committee chairman describing the move as a malicious attempt to raise a controversy qua the esteemed office of Chief Justice of Pakistan. The PBC said the legal fraternity […]
Call to keep establishment out of politics to strengthen federation: panelists – Pakistan
KARACHI: Panellists in one of the sessions at the ongoing Karachi Literature Festival (KLF) on Saturday observed that it was imperative to keep the security establishment out of politics in order to make the federation stronger. They were of the view that this could only be done by putting effective checks and balances. The panellists […]
How dare you? Internet trolls Indian baker
In a shocking culinary twist that has left the internet buzzing, Mumbai-based baker Heena Kausar Raad has found herself at the centre of controversy after organising a Barbie-themed party featuring a unique dish – pink biryani. The Barbie theme, which took the world by storm last year, has seen enthusiasts incorporating various shades of pink […]
Only fair polls can define CJP Isa’s legacy
ISLAMABAD: The Supreme Court is so far showing restraint and not taking suo motu notice of the Rawalpindi Commissioner Liaquat Ali Chatha’s allegation that Chief Justice of Pakistan Qazi Faez Isa was involved in rigging this year’s general elections. It has been learnt that no meeting of top court judges were held. However, senior SC […]
Pakistan highlights flaws in UNHRC’s approach
UNITED NATIONS: Pakistan has called on the UN Human Rights Council (HRC) to shift its attention to economic, social, and cultural rights instead of “disproportionately” focusing on human rights situations in developing countries. “The council and human rights mechanisms should also address historical and current phenomena, such as racial discrimination, xenophobia, social inequalities, Islamophobia, and […]
PTI wants four officials of Punjab, Sindh sacked
ISLAMABAD/ LAHORE: The PTI on Saturday demanded the immediate dismissal of the Punjab and Sindh chief secretaries as well as the police chiefs of both the provinces for “facilitating electoral fraud” and “assisting in robbing” the mandate of the people. According to the PTI’s central media department, the senior leadership of the party has sought […]
‘Fascist and shameful’: Political analysts, lawyers condemn PTI candidate Salman Akram Raja’s arrest in Lahore – Pakistan
Urge CJP to take notice, demand his immediate release. Pakistan-Tehreek-i-Insaaf (PTI) leader and senior supreme court lawyer, Salman Akram Raja, was arrested in Lahore on Saturday while staging a protest against alleged poll rigging. When being whisked away by the police, Raja was heard saying to reporters, “They are arresting me unlawfully. I am with […]