October 18, 2026
Maryam Nawaz Says Lost Public Trust Would Be the State’s Failure
The Punjab chief minister said that if people lose faith in the state and the system, the failure belongs to those running it.
Articles for tag: governance, Maryam Nawaz, PML-N, public trust, punjab
February 11, 2025
Pakistan’s Corruption Perception Index drops by 2 spots in 2024: Transparency International
Pakistan’s position on the 2024 Corruption Perception Index (CPI) has dropped by two spots, falling from 133rd place in 2023 to 135th out of 180 countries, as reported by Transparency International on Tuesday. The CPI, which is released annually, ranks 180 countries and territories based on their perceived levels of public sector corruption. The scale ranges from zero (highly corrupt) to 100 (very clean). Pakistan’s score also decreased by two points, from 29 in the 2023 CPI to 27 in 2024, further highlighting concerns about corruption within the country. Transparency International Pakistan (TIP) clarified that it does not participate in
February 4, 2025
Court to announce verdict in Ramzan Sugar Mills case on Feb 6
LAHORE: A Lahore anti-corruption court reserved its verdict in the Ramzan Sugar Mills reference filed against Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and Hamza Shehbaz. The court is set to announce its decision on Feb 6 after both parties completed their arguments. The hearing was conducted by Accountability Judge Sardar Muhammad Iqbal Dogar. Defence lawyer Amjad Pervez argued that the construction of the drainage channel in question was not approved by then CM Shehbaz Sharif but by the Punjab cabinet for the betterment of the area. The defence lawyer further said the case against Shehbaz and Hamza was politically motivated. On the
Maryam Nawaz’s Rising Popularity Sparks Fear Among Opponents: Azma Bokhari
Lahore: Punjab Information Minister Azma Bokhari, has said that Maryam Nawaz is the first Chief Minister in Punjab’s history to initiate over 80 projects within a year. Maryam Nawaz’s government has already completed more than 50 projects. Through her performance, she is winning people’s hearts. Azma Bokhari added that some individuals are fearful of Maryam Nawaz’s rising popularity. Those who wish to compete with her should demonstrate similar efficiency. She said that the spokespersons of other governments’ only job is to find faults in Punjab’s projects. She further stated that due to her governance style and good governance, Maryam Nawaz
January 25, 2025
Malik Riaz will be extradited back to Pakistan, says journalist Hamza Azhar Salam
LAHORE: Renowned investigative journalist and editor of The Pakistan Daily, Hamza Azhar Salam, has asserted that property tycoon Malik Riaz will be extradited to Pakistan to face justice. Speaking at a press conference, Salam emphasized the importance of upholding the rule of law, stating, “No matter how powerful someone is, they must be held accountable.” He noted that previous governments had remained silent on Malik Riaz’s alleged misconduct, underscoring the need for accountability. “Our duty is to speak the truth, and we bow only before Allah, not before Malik Riaz,” Salam remarked, reiterating the journalist’s commitment to uncovering corruption and
January 7, 2025
Imran Khan not seeking any NRO, says Aleema Khan
Imran Khan’s sister, Aleema Khan, has stated that the ongoing negotiations give the impression that the former prime minister also wants to get out of jail through an NRO. Speaking to the media outside Adiala Jail, Aleema Khan said that Imran Khan had been facing legal cases for over a year and a half. He wants the decision on the Al-Qadir Trust case to be announced so the world knows what this case is about, she added. She mentioned that the government’s negotiations give the impression that Imran Khan, like them, wants to get out of jail by getting an
December 4, 2024
South Korea lifts martial law order
South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol’s government early Wednesday lifted the martial law he imposed during a tense night of political drama in which troops surrounded parliament and lawmakers voted to reject military rule. Yoon said his government withdrew military personnel following a bipartisan parliamentary vote that rejected martial law, and the measure was formally lifted around 4:30 a.m. during a Cabinet meeting. In all, martial law was in effect for about six hours. South Korea’s main opposition party on Wednesday urged Yoon to resign immediately or face impeachment. Yoon has not publicly responded to the opposition’s demand. But his
