ISLAMABAD: Following the transfer of a new Toshakhana reference involving himself and his wife, Bushra Bibi, to a special Federal Investigation Agency (FIA) court, PTI founder Imran Khan suggested ongoing backdoor communications between his party and the military establishment. Speaking to the press after attending the accountability court proceedings, Khan revealed that the PTI rally scheduled for August 22 was postponed to September 8 at the request of the military. He claimed that former senator Azam Swati delivered this message during an unusual early visit to Adiala jail, which could only occur through special arrangement. Khan explained that the postponement…
Author: Hasnain Abid Khanzada
On Monday, key figures from the ruling coalition met separately at the Presidency and the Prime Minister’s Office to discuss critical legislation aimed at instituting a fixed three-year term for the Chief Justice of Pakistan (CJP) and addressing perceived threats from the opposition. President Asif Ali Zardari convened a meeting at the President’s House, while Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif led a session at the PM’s Office. Both meetings were part of a concerted effort to secure the necessary support for the proposed constitutional amendment, which requires a two-thirds majority in both houses of parliament for passage. The proposed legislation needs…
On Tuesday, the National Assembly witnessed a fiery exchange between government and opposition lawmakers following the arrest of PTI MNAs from various locations in Islamabad, including the Parliament House. The arrests occurred on Monday night, a day after PTI’s Sangjani rally. Law enforcement agencies detained at least three prominent PTI members from different parts of the capital, while others sought refuge in the Parliament House. During a passionate speech in the assembly, PTI’s Ali Muhammad Khan condemned the arrests, equating the event to a significant blow to democracy. He criticized the actions of law enforcement and expressed frustration over the…
On Tuesday, the Pakistan Telecom Authority (PTA) addressed rumors and clarified that virtual private networks (VPNs) are not being blocked in the country. VPNs are commonly used globally to access restricted content and maintain online privacy. Usage of VPNs surged in Pakistan in 2024, particularly after X, formerly Twitter, was blocked on February 19. According to Top10VPN, a VPN review website, the demand for proxy networks spiked by 131% following the block. The PTA issued a statement debunking media reports that suggested the authority planned to block VPNs. Instead, the PTA encourages users to register their internet protocol (IP) addresses…
A PTI official revealed on Tuesday that six MNAs, along with another party leader, have been arrested since last night as law enforcement agencies detained key figures from various locations in Islamabad, including the Parliament House. Initially, PTI claimed that a dozen of its leaders were arrested in raids starting Monday night, but later revised the figure to six MNAs. The arrests occurred after the PTI’s Sangjani rally, with at least three top members, including Gohar Ali Khan, Sher Afzal Marwat, and MNA Zubair Khan, taken into custody. Lawyer Shoaib Shaheen was also detained in a surprise raid at his…
Angelina Jolie is spending quality time with her son Pax as they prepare to leave Canada following their joint appearance at the Toronto International Film Festival. The 49-year-old actress, who is gearing up for her upcoming film *Maria*, was seen departing the country with Pax, and the pair smiled for the cameras as their travels were captured. Pax, who had recently been injured in an e-bike accident, showed his forehead for the first time since the incident on September 8. This appearance comes on the heels of rumors that he had previously been involved in another crash, reportedly totaling his…
Kate Winslet is opening up about her groundbreaking role in the upcoming film *Lee*, where she takes on both acting and producing responsibilities. Widely known for her iconic role in the 1997 film *Titanic*, Winslet spoke candidly about the challenges of being a producer in an exclusive interview with Digital Spy ahead of the film’s release this week. The actress, who has previously served as an executive producer on shows like *The Regime* and *Mare of Easttown*, explained how producing is “a completely different job.” She stated, “An executive producer might be someone who finds the project and hands it…
Joey King recently praised Sabrina Carpenter’s newly released album, “Short n’ Sweet,” during her appearance at New York Fashion Week. According to People magazine, the *Conjuring* star shared that she is “obsessed” with the 25-year-old singer’s music. When asked about her favorite songs from Carpenter’s record-breaking album, King mentioned she loves “Bed Chem,” saying, “Oh my God, it’s so good.” She also highlighted the track “Taste,” expressing her enthusiasm by saying, “I wanna dance to that at the clurb,” while wondering if it’s a suitable song for a club. “I don’t know. I’m obsessed with that song,” she added. King…
Princess Catherine, who recently announced she is cancer-free, is now turning her attention to easing one of King Charles’ biggest concerns: the ongoing rift between Prince William and Prince Harry. The brothers have been estranged since the Sussexes moved to the US, and their relationship has deteriorated to the point where they are no longer on speaking terms. At the recent funeral of their uncle, Lord Robert Fellowes, William and Harry attended but did not communicate with each other, prompting Princess Kate to step in. According to a source, she has been called for “crisis talks” with King Charles, who…
King Charles and other members of the royal family have sent a heartfelt message to Princess Kate as she prepares for a triumphant return to public life. The royals paid tribute to the Princess of Wales following her uplifting announcement that she has won the first round of her battle against cancer. Shortly after Kate’s positive news, the King’s office shared her heartwarming video on the official Instagram Story, demonstrating their support for her recovery journey. King Charles, who affectionately refers to Kate as his “beloved daughter-in-law,” is deeply aware of her battle against chemotherapy. The 75-year-old monarch, who is…
