In a significant development, key figures in Pakistan’s politics have extended congratulations to the newly chosen leader of the opposition in the National Assembly, Mahmood Khan Achakzai. According to the spokesperson for the opposition coalition, Tehreek-e-Tahafuz-e-Aik Pakistan, several prominent figures have reached out to Achakzai to offer their felicitations and well-wishes.
These figures include former Governor of Balochistan, Zehoor Agha, and former Governor of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Ghulam Ali, who have both made telephone calls to Achakzai. The Speaker of the National Assembly has also issued a notification for Achakzai’s appointment as the opposition leader.
In addition, senior leaders of the Pakistan People’s Party, including Barrister Iqbal Haider and PTI Chairman Barrister Gohar, have also extended their congratulations to Achakzai.
The opposition coalition’s spokesperson stated that the political leadership has congratulated Achakzai on his appointment as the opposition leader and expressed their best wishes for his future endeavors.
In other news, the Chief Minister of Sindh has directed his advisors to report on a daily basis on the progress of various cases. Foreign Minister, Asad Durrani, has also expressed his hopes for peace and stability in the region.
In a separate incident, it has been reported that a motorcyclist was involved in a fatal accident with a dumper in Karachi’s Port Qasim area, resulting in the death of one person and injuring a woman.
Meanwhile, severe fog has led to the closure of several motorways in Punjab, including Lahore. Several valleys in the north have been cut off due to the severe snowfall.
In a statement, Mahmood Khan Achakzai said that the Pakistan Democratic Movement (PDM) had previously stated that no one would be removed from power, and that even Fazlur Rehman would be included in the process.
The Election Commission of Pakistan has also scheduled a hearing for a case related to the delay in holding local government elections in Punjab.
In another tragic incident, a water tanker ran over a 5-year-old child in Karachi’s Township area, resulting in the child’s death. The tanker driver fled the scene immediately after the incident.
In international news, US President Donald Trump has warned that if countries do not support US control over Greenland, he may impose tariffs on them. He described Greenland as crucial for US national security.
In sports news, Pakistan cricket captain Babar Azam has advised his team members, including Mohammad Rizwan, to re-evaluate their skills in modern-day T20 cricket.
Former Pakistani cricketer Babar Azam also emphasized the importance of consistency in policies, democratic processes, and the completion of constitutional terms in government institutions as a strong foundation for progress.
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Former Indian cricketer Mohammad Kaif has revealed that he and his former teammates, Yuvraj Singh and Virender Sehwag, are far wealthier than him.
Pakistan cricketer Shoaib Malik has taken to social media to wish his wife, Sania Javed, on the second anniversary of their marriage.
