Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif will participate in the “One Water Summit” in Riyadh on December 3-4, 2024. The summit, a collaborative effort by Saudi Arabia, France, Kazakhstan, and the World Bank, aims to strengthen global cooperation on water resource management. PM Shehbaz will address a roundtable focusing on freshwater conservation and the restoration of wetlands. He is expected to emphasize Pakistan’s efforts in water conservation, improving water quality, and enhancing climate resilience. The Prime Minister will also highlight the urgency of international collaboration to address climate-induced challenges such as floods and erratic weather patterns. While in Riyadh, he will engage…
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Imran Khan, the incarcerated leader of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI), has shown a clear preference for his wife, Bushra Bibi, to convey his political messages, rather than relying on senior party leaders. According to Bushra Bibi’s spokesperson, Mashal Yousafzai, Khan feels frustrated as his instructions are often manipulated or blocked by those within his own party. As a result, he has tasked Bushra Bibi with directly conveying his intentions to the public and PTI workers. Yousafzai stated that Khan gave Bushra Bibi precise instructions on how to manage the party’s affairs, emphasizing that the “final call” protest was a critical moment…
Imran Khan, the incarcerated leader of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI), has instructed the party to bring the issue of the recent crackdown on protesters in Islamabad to parliament. Barrister Gohar Ali Khan, addressing the media after visiting Khan at Adiala Jail, stated that the PTI founder expressed deep sorrow over the deaths during the “final call” protest and ordered PTI lawmakers to raise the issue in both the National Assembly and the Senate. The protests, which began on November 24, were abruptly suspended on November 27. During this period, nearly 1,000 PTI supporters were arrested, and tragic clashes led to the…
On the occasion of the United Arab Emirates’ 53rd National Day, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif sent his heartfelt congratulations to the leadership and citizens of the UAE. In a message shared on social media, the Prime Minister praised the UAE’s remarkable growth and development, attributing its success to the visionary leadership of the late Sheikh Zayed Bin Sultan Al Nahyan. He emphasized that the UAE’s success continues under the leadership of Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan and Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, who have carried forward the country’s legacy of innovation and progress. The Prime Minister also highlighted…
Imran Khan, the founding chairman of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI), has been arrested in seven new cases related to the party’s recent protests. The former Prime Minister, currently imprisoned in Adiala Jail, appeared before an anti-terrorism court after the completion of his six-day physical remand concerning PTI’s September 28 protest in Rawalpindi. The fresh charges, stemming from protests on October 5 and November 24, accuse Khan of inciting violence, leading to deadly clashes with law enforcement. During the latest protest, at least three Rangers personnel and two police officers were killed, while PTI claims the loss of 20 of its own…
November 2024 proved to be another month of devastating anti-state violence in Pakistan, as militant activities surged, resulting in 245 deaths and 257 injuries across the country. The majority of these casualties were civilians, security personnel, and militants involved in 71 separate incidents. Notably, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) and Balochistan suffered the most, with KP witnessing the highest number of attacks, contributing to 71 fatalities. The security forces also engaged in multiple counterattacks, killing 100 militants and losing 14 of their own personnel. In Balochistan, 20 militant attacks claimed 60 lives, with significant casualties among security personnel. This spike in violence…
Karachi is set to experience cooler nights as winter slowly makes its way into the city. According to the Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD), the temperature in the metropolis is expected to drop to as low as 17°C in the coming days, with dry weather predicted during the daytime. Humidity remains at 58%, accompanied by light northeastern winds, further enhancing the seasonal shift. In Sindh’s upper regions, temperatures may dip even further, reaching 16°C, while light rain and drizzle are expected in districts like Larkana and Jacobabad. These mild weather conditions signal the arrival of winter across the province. In neighboring…
Karachi is set to experience cooler nights as winter slowly makes its way into the city. According to the Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD), the temperature in the metropolis is expected to drop to as low as 17°C in the coming days, with dry weather predicted during the daytime. Humidity remains at 58%, accompanied by light northeastern winds, further enhancing the seasonal shift. In Sindh’s upper regions, temperatures may dip even further, reaching 16°C, while light rain and drizzle are expected in districts like Larkana and Jacobabad. These mild weather conditions signal the arrival of winter across the province. In neighboring…
First ladies in Pakistan have played pivotal roles during political crises, and Bushra Bibi, wife of PTI Chairman Imran Khan, is no exception. However, comparisons with Nusrat Bhutto and Kulsoom Nawaz reveal significant differences in their journeys and methods of influence. Nusrat Bhutto, the wife of former Prime Minister Zulfikar Ali Bhutto, stepped into the political arena during her husband’s incarceration under General Zia-ul-Haq’s military rule. She became a beacon of resistance, mobilizing protests against dictatorship and enduring immense personal tragedies, including the loss of her husband and two sons. Her leadership was defined by resilience, courage, and a commitment…
Islamabad Police have released video statements of protesters arrested during Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf’s (PTI) D-Chowk protest. The protesters stated that the PTI leadership, who had brought them to the protest, fled during the chaos. They further said they would not participate in any such protest in the future. https://youtu.be/MtE0xCcukOI?si=c_J-45NeDhrYl2kI
