The Federal Constitutional Court of Pakistan has delivered its verdict on the high-profile murder case of journalist Arshad Sharif, which has been pending since his tragic demise in Kenya in 2022. According to the court’s judgment, written by Justice Amir Farooq, the court has ruled that there is no need for judicial intervention in the case, citing the existence of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between Pakistan and Kenya on Mutual Legal Assistance.
The judgment also stated that the governments of both countries are taking necessary measures, making judicial intervention unnecessary. In the written judgment, it was further stated that the case of Somoto and all related appeals will be disposed of. The court acknowledged the grief of the journalistic community and the people of Pakistan over Arshad Sharif’s murder.
The court emphasized that heirs of any case can approach relevant courts for related matters. It is worth recalling that Arshad Sharif met his untimely demise in a shooting incident in Nairobi, Kenya, approximately 110 kilometers from the capital. The Kenyan police had previously expressed sorrow over the mistaken identity of Arshad Sharif’s death.
In other news, President of Pakistan expressed concerns over India’s illegal occupation posing a serious challenge to global conscience. Sardar Farooq Tahir Beg, while addressing a meeting, stated that the people of Kashmir have been fighting for their right to freedom for seven decades against Indian oppression. The meeting also focused on interfaith harmony and religious tolerance.
The Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) and the banned Lashkar-e-Taiba have once again resurfaced in Afghanistan under the Taliban regime, according to Asim Iftikhar.
First Lady Asifah Bhutto Zardari paid tribute to former Prime Minister Benazir Bhutto, stating that her vision has led to the establishment of a network of thousands of women.
The SSP stated that the case of Nadeem Jamali is being heard in court. On January 6, two police officials were injured in a firing incident at the Areegation Colony. The police alleged that the accused Nadeem Jamali had fled the scene after firing, leaving behind arms and a vehicle.
In Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, a total of 37,330 cases of missing persons have been reported between January 2026. According to official documents, 26,760 cases have been disposed of, while 970 cases are still under investigation.
In Muzaffarabad, sirens will ring from 9 to 10 am, followed by a minute of silence. The Ministry of Railways has decided to resume the Jaffar Express from Quetta to Peshawar and the Chaman Passenger from Chaman. Both trains will depart as per their scheduled times from today.
The leader of the opposition alliance, Tehreek-e-Insaf, Mustafa Nawaz Khokhar, has announced that the government’s offer for talks has been accepted. Senator Rana Sanaullah, Adviser to the Prime Minister on Political Affairs, stated that the code of fair elections will be decided by the politicians at the negotiating table.
Qasim Khan, the son of former Prime Minister Imran Khan, expressed his desire to visit Pakistan along with his brother to meet their father. The Judicial Commission has issued a notification detailing its scope and duration for the investigation into the Gil Plaza tragedy in Karachi.
In Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, a total of 37,330 cases of missing persons have been reported between January 2026. According to official documents, 26,760 cases have been disposed of, while 970 cases are still under investigation.
In Muzaffarabad, sirens will ring from 9 to 10 am, followed by a minute of silence.
