ISLAMABAD: Senior journalists and human rights activists in Pakistan have collectively condemned the charges filed against prominent lawyer and activist Imaan Mazari and her husband, asserting that the legal action is fundamentally rooted in political motivation. Civil society representatives have accused the government of attempting to suppress dissenting voices. In a joint statement, human rights workers emphasized that the case against the couple constitutes a clear act of political victimization and a severe attack on the basic rights to freedom of expression and dissent in the country. The statement strongly demanded the immediate withdrawal and termination of this politically charged…
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LAHORE: Pakistan People’s Party (PPP) Chairman Bilawal Bhutto Zardari experienced an unexpected yet heartwarming moment of direct public connection during his media address in Lahore, engaging in a memorable dialogue with a woman standing on a rooftop. The unique exchange began when the woman boldly interrupted the political address to challenge the Chairman, requesting, “Don’t talk about politics; talk about us (the people).” Bilawal, smiling at the spontaneous intervention, responded by asking what he should discuss if he were to avoid political topics. The conversation quickly shifted from political debate to personal welfare, highlighting a genuine human touch. The woman…
ISLAMABAD: In a significant move aimed at strengthening Pakistan’s mineral sector and bolstering economic stability, a US bank has officially approved $1.25 billion in crucial financing for mining activities related to the Reko Diq project. This substantial commitment underscores increasing international confidence in Pakistan’s mega-projects. U.S. Chargé d’Affaires to Pakistan, Natalie E. Baker, confirmed the major financial approval, stating that the funding is specifically designated to support the mining and mineral development operations at Reko Diq, one of Pakistan’s most strategically important sites. Ms. Baker further detailed the long-term economic impact, announcing that the total investment secured through EXIM projects…
KARACHI: In a deeply disturbing yet significant development in Karachi’s Old City Area, police successfully arrested a suspect allegedly involved in the sexual abuse of minors. The arrest occurred within the jurisdiction of the Eidgah Police Station, bringing a halt to the predatory activities of the accused. According to police officials, the suspect has been identified as Haider Ali. He was apprehended “red-handed” while committing sexual assault against a 12-year-old child. During the initial phase of the investigation, the suspect confessed to a terrifying pattern of abuse. Haider Ali admitted that he would habitually lure vulnerable young children by tempting…
RAWALPINDI: Sources within the Adiala Jail administration have categorically denied circulating reports suggesting that the founder of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) is likely to be relocated from the facility. The sources maintained that there is no possibility of transferring the high-profile prisoner elsewhere at this time, and the news circulating in the media is pure speculation. The jail officials confirmed that the PTI founder remains in Adiala Jail, where his security, dietary needs, and medical care are being fully looked after according to protocol. Regarding the inmate’s health, sources disclosed that a five-member team of expert doctors from PIMS Hospital recently…
ISLAMABAD: Rana Sanaullah, Advisor to the Prime Minister and a senior leader of the PML-N, has issued a grave political warning, asserting that the founder of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) is progressing toward the same political demise faced by the founder of MQM. These sharp remarks came during an intense political discussion with PTI leader Barrister Ali Zafar on Geo News’ Capital Talk. Sanaullah placed the blame for the negotiation deadlock squarely on PTI. He revealed that the Prime Minister, with his party’s consent, repeatedly offered talks—even proposing a meeting at the Speaker House—but PTI’s senior leadership consistently cited a lack…
ISLAMABAD: Federal Minister Tariq Fazal Chaudhry has adopted a stringent position on Pakistan’s political landscape, pointedly questioning the strategy of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI). He has asked whose interests the party is truly serving by persistently attacking the state and its institutions. Speaking on a current affairs program, Chaudhry contrasted PTI’s protest tactics with the historical conduct of his own party, PML-N. He asserted that when PML-N leaders were denied meeting access to their leadership during detention, they never resorted to holding sit-ins or attempting to force their release from prisons. The Federal Minister highlighted internal contradictions within PTI, stating that…
ISLAMABAD: Former Senator and political commentator Mustafa Nawaz Khokhar has raised serious concerns over Pakistan’s ongoing political impasse, suggesting that the ruling Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) appears to lack sincerity in pursuing meaningful negotiations. He emphasized the urgent need to de-escalate the growing environment of chaos and held the government responsible for preventing further political deterioration. Speaking on a current affairs program, Khokhar confirmed that the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) has authorized senior politician Mahmood Khan Achakzai to lead the political talks. However, he stated that the paramount challenge remains figuring out how to successfully end the prevalent environment of anarchy…
RAJANPUR: A distressing incident of animal cruelty has reported in Goth Mazari, Rajanpur, where a landlord allegedly shot and injured a camel simply because the animal wandered into his fields. According to the camel’s owner, the defenseless animal had entered the landlord’s crops, which enraged the man. Instead of driving the animal away, the landlord allegedly opened fire, leaving the camel severely wounded. The owner has expressed deep sorrow over the ruthless attack on his animal. Local police have responded to the incident. Officials stated that a case has been registered against two named individuals based on the complaint filed…
ISLAMABAD—The Islamabad High Court (IHC) has granted protective bail until tomorrow to YouTuber Rajab Butt and TikToker Nadeem Naniwala, who are facing multiple cases, including charges under cybercrime laws. This interim relief is intended to allow the accused to return to the country and appear before the relevant courts. The High Court, during a hearing on the cases against the defendants who are currently abroad, approved the protective bail. Justice Raja Inam Amin Minhas issued the orders regarding the protective bail for Rajab Butt and Nadeem Naniwala. The court specifically directed authorities not to arrest the Youtuber and TikToker upon…
