July 22, 2026
The AJK Election Commission has announced a three-phase election schedule with the 12 disputed refugee seats formally calendared for August 2. JAAC demanded these seats be abolished. The government's answer was not a political response — it was an administrative one. The calendar itself has become the constitution. By the time the ballots are printed, the argument is settled by scheduling.
March 5, 2025
Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) Punjab President Hassan Murtaza announced that his party will release a white paper on the government’s performance over the past year. He also stated that the party’s alliance with the Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) is not a natural one. “Our alliance with the PML-N is not natural. We are standing with them for the sake of the country,” Murtaza told journalists. He expressed dissatisfaction with the treatment PPP has received as a coalition partner, stating that the party has not been given the protocol it deserves. Murtaza also highlighted that PPP workers have been neglected, stressing
February 3, 2025
The Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf would not sabotage the Champions Trophy, party’s secretary general Salman Akram Raja said amid the protest scheduled for February 8. “We have no such intention. Hopefully, such things won’t happen,” he said when asked about concerns from the government that jailed former prime minister Imran Khan’s party would mar the mega event by its protest. The 50-over tournament would be held in a hybrid model after India refused to visit Pakistan over their government’s refusal. The tournament’s opening match is set to be held on February 19 between Pakistan and New Zealand. The highly anticipated Pakistan-India clash
January 28, 2025
“Having an opinion is fair, but having a biased opinion can lead to misinformation, which can be misleading and often destructive.” This statement is particularly relevant to Malala Yousafzai, who has recently faced intense criticism following her return to Pakistan. During her visit, a prominent Pakistani celebrity labeled her as “Western-backed,” while many others targeted her with online harassment on Twitter and other social media platforms. In addition, several political commentators questioned her selective activism, pointing out that she had been vocal about issues in Gaza and Afghanistan but had remained silent on human rights violations and the treatment of
January 18, 2025
Planning Minister Ahsan Iqbal said that the court had declared Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) founder Imran Khan as the “certified culprit.”. Addressing a press conference in Islamabad, Iqbal took a swipe at the opponents, saying, “The corruption is being defended by taking the support of Seeratun Nabi. The PTI was wearing the makeup of honesty.” “Those who used to accuse others of doing corruption were themselves turned out to be the biggest thieves in the country’s history,” said Iqbal. He stated, “This corrupt person has plundered the national wealth of the country, worth Rs64 billion.” Punjab Assembly Speaker Malik Ahmad Khan
January 16, 2025
Jamaat-e-Islami Emir, Hafiz Naeemur Rehman, stated the Gaza ceasefire agreement was a significant victory for the people of Gaza, stating that it marked not only Israel’s defeat but also a setback for the United States. Commenting on the agreement, Hafiz Naeemur Rehman remarked, “Netanyahu had vowed to erase Hamas from existence, yet now Israel has been compelled to bow before Hamas and sign a truce.” He added that Netanyahu initiated one of the bloodiest wars in the history of the Middle East but ultimately had to yield to Hamas. “This is not just Israel’s defeat; it is also America’s,” he
November 27, 2024
Former federal minister Faisal Vawda said that Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) founder Imran Khan will face more difficulties following the embattled party’s protests. Expressing his thoughts on a private news channel, Vawda said, “Ali Amin Gandapur and Bushra Bibi might be getting arrested.” He talked about the possibility of the raid by the law enforcement agencies (LEAs), saying, “KP is not the part of India where it is impossible to raid.” “The police is chasing Bushra Bibi. She was only inciting the people but did not come to D-Chowk,” Vawda stated. He also schooled the PTI founder, saying, “The PTI founder
Lahore: Punjab Information Minister Azma Bokhari has said that PTI leaders should come out to protest with their families instead of using other people’s children. She said, “Those chanting ‘Al-Jihad, Al-Jihad’ should first lead the so-called jihad with Qasim, Suleman, and Tyrian.” She added that those who consider standing against the state as jihad would be treated like “Khawarij”. She further remarked that PTI is more dangerous than smog. “While smog harms health, PTI is deadly for Pakistan’s economy,” she said. Highlighting the state of journalism, she commented, “In our country, creating sensational news is considered acceptable at any cost.
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