The Supreme Court on Thursday postponed the critical hearing on appeals challenging the legality of military court trials for civilians until tomorrow, after the federation’s lawyer, Khawaja Haris, was unable to conclude his rebuttal arguments for the second consecutive day. A seven-member constitutional bench, headed by Justice Aminuddin Khan, is presiding over this high-stakes case that raises fundamental questions about whether civilians can be legally tried under military jurisdiction — an issue that has been a persistent point of contention for decades. Justice Mandokhel Challenges Status of Military Courts During the court proceedings, Justice Jamal Mandokhel repeatedly posed a fundamental…
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Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz inaugurated a vibrant three-day “Punjabi Culture Day” on Thursday. Addressing the colorful celebrations in Lahore, marking the start of the three-day Punjabi Culture Day, CM Maryam stated that there was a time when discussions revolved around Pakistan potentially facing bankruptcy, but today the Pakistan Stock Exchange is setting new records. The Punjab Chief Minister emphasized that the resources available remained the same, but the patriotic leadership has directed them towards the welfare of the people, which has now steered the country onto a path of development. CM Maryam shared a personal reflection, saying, “When I…
The Judicial Commission of Pakistan (JCP) has given the green light for the inclusion of two additional judges to the Supreme Court’s Constitutional Bench, increasing the total number of justices on this crucial bench to 15. This decision was reached during a significant commission meeting presided over by Chief Justice of Pakistan (CJP) Yahya Afridi on Thursday. According to the official announcement, Justice Aqeel Ahmed Abbasi and Justice Ali Baqar Najafi were added to the bench following a majority vote. Sources confirmed that Justice Abbasi garnered eight votes in his favor, while Justice Najafi received seven. PTI Voices Opposition to…
The National Emergency Operation Centre (NEOC) has issued a weather alert, forecasting heavy rainfall, hailstorms, and strong winds in several districts of Islamabad and Punjab on April 18th and 19th. This alert was released in coordination with the National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA), cautioning residents about potential severe weather conditions. According to the advisory, significant rainfall and hail are expected in areas including Islamabad, Rawalpindi, Attock, Chakwal, Gujrat, and Jhelum. The NDMA also identified districts such as Faisalabad, Jhang, Khushab, Mianwali, Lahore, Sahiwal, Sargodha, and Sheikhupura as being particularly vulnerable to strong winds and hailstorms. The NDMA has warned that…
The Provincial Disaster Management Authority (PDMA) has issued a weather advisory, warning residents of continued thunderstorms and light rainfall across Punjab until April 20th. This alert comes following a tragic spell of severe weather that resulted in the deaths of nine citizens and left five others injured. According to a PDMA spokesperson, two fatalities were reported in Layyah and Kot Addu due to lightning strikes, while two houses sustained partial damage from the recent windstorm. Given these recent losses, the PDMA is strongly urging all residents to be extra cautious during these unpredictable weather patterns. Relief Commissioner Nabeel Javed has…
Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) leader Salman Akram Raja on Thursday questioned whether the country would operate based on kidnappings and terrorism cases. Speaking to the media, Raja stated, “We stand for our rights; we will leave only after claiming these rights.” “The court is being mocked. We will file more contempt of court petitions tomorrow.” He added, “Court orders are being ignored, and this must be stopped. The people should raise their voices against this oppression and fascism.” Raja explained, “This matter is not just about the founder; it’s about the survival of the law.” “We strongly condemn what happened today.…
The Ministry of Religious Affairs has released crucial guidelines for pilgrims planning to travel under the private Hajj scheme for 2025, emphasizing the importance of adhering to Saudi Arabia’s deadlines and utilizing official channels for updates and assistance. According to the ministry’s announcement, only 23,620 Pakistani pilgrims will be eligible to perform Hajj this year through the private Hajj scheme. To ensure clarity and convenience for all involved, the list of approved service providers along with their allocated quotas has been made available on the ministry’s official website and the Pak Hajj 2025 mobile application. A spokesperson for the ministry…
Rana Sanaullah, the Adviser to the Prime Minister on Political Affairs, spoke candidly on Samaa TV’s ‘Nadeem Malik Live’, addressing a range of critical political and national concerns. These included the issues of terrorism, internal political disputes within PTI, the ongoing canal water distribution controversy, and the challenges faced by Hajj pilgrims. Political Disputes Within PTI Rana Sanaullah emphasized the need for the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) to resolve its internal affairs, particularly regarding its leadership and meeting attendance. He stated, “The PTI should regularize its affairs; only those authorized by the party should attend meetings. No one else should be…
In the by-election held for the NA-213 constituency in Umerkot, Saba Talpur, the candidate representing the Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP), has secured a dominant victory. According to the unofficial and yet-to-be-confirmed results gathered from all 479 polling stations, Talpur significantly outpaced the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) candidate, Lal Malhi, by obtaining a total of 158,446 votes. Malhi stood second in the count, securing 79,790 votes. Nisar Khuhro extended his congratulations to Talpur on her likely success in the election. It’s worth recalling that the late Nawab Yousaf Talpur had achieved a commanding win in the 2018 general elections, amassing 175,162 votes.…
A soldier from the Pakistan army embraced martyrdom, while four terrorists were killed when security forces conducted an intelligence-based operation in Maddi, located in the Dera Ismail Khan District. This operation was carried out based on reports indicating the presence of Khwarij, according to a statement released by the Inter Services Public Relations (ISPR) on Thursday. As per the details shared by ISPR, during the execution of the operation, the troops effectively engaged the location where the Khwarij were present. Consequently, four of these individuals were killed. The statement further elaborated, “However, amidst an intense exchange of fire, one valiant…
