ISLAMABAD: Why were three Bahria Town officials off-loaded from a Saudi Arabia-bound flight? This is the question the Islamabad High Court has placed before the government in a case that is expected to be taken up for hearing today (Thursday). The question was posed in connection with three separate petitions, filed by retired brigadiers Tahir Butt and Zafar Iqbal Shah, and Manzoor Hussain Mughal before the IHC, with each being fixed for hearing before a separate bench. Butt is head of ‘Land Security’ for Bahria Town, Shah also looks after land-related matters, while Mughal holds the key position of chief…
Author: Hasnain Abid Khanzada
PTI founder Imran Khan has said that his only regret from his time in power was trusting former army chief General (retd) Qamar Javed Bajwa, whom he held responsible for “creating lies and false narratives”, allegedly to secure a second extension as the military head. The former premier, who is currently incarcerated at Adiala Jail in a string of cases against him, blasted Pakistan’s political and military leaders — with a special focus on his friend-turned-foe Gen Bajwa — in an interview with journalist Mehdi Hasan for Zeteo that was published on Wednesday. The interview was conducted through a letter Mehdi sent with questions…
Former premier Imran Khan on Thursday, in his first courtroom interaction with Chief Justice of Pakistan (CJP) Qazi Faez Isa, complained of difficulties in seeking legal assistance for a case about changes to accountability laws. Imran, currently incarcerated at Adiala Jail, told CJP Isa, “They (jail authorities) do not let me meet my legal team. I am being kept in solitary confinement here. I neither have any material nor a library to prepare for the case.” The development came as a five-member bench resumed hearing intra-court appeals (ICAs) moved by the federal government against the SC’s Sept 15 majority judgment, which…
The top brass of Pakistan’s military vowed to comprehensively defeat the threat of what it termed “digital terrorism”, which aims to “induce despondency in the Pakistani nation” and “sow discord among national institutions”. According to a press release from the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR), the consensus was reached during the 83rd Formation Commanders’ Conference at the General Headquarters on Thursday. The annual conference, which discusses geostrategic dynamics and national security, was chaired by Chief of Army Staff (COAS) Gen Asim Munir. Corps commanders, principal staff officers and all formation commanders were also in attendance. “The forum offered fatiha (prayers) and paid tribute…
Pakistan launched its second communication satellite, PAKSAT MM1, on Thursday, to bolster the country’s internet and communication infrastructure. The Pakistan Space and Upper Atmosphere Research Commission (Suparco) had last week announced the launch of the country’s multi-mission communication satellite from China’s Xichang Satellite Launch Centre today. The country had launched its historic first satellite earlier this month as part of China’s Chang’e-6 lunar mission from Hainan. A statement issued by state-run broadcaster Pakistan Television said the satellite would “provide the best internet facilities across Pakistan” and also help improve television broadcasts, cellular phones and broadband services. It added that the satellite will begin…
Prince Harry may not be able to hold back on many more royal secrets in the future despite where his relationship with the royal family may stand. According to royal author, Robert Hardman, the Duke of Sussex is planning a sequel to his explosive memoir Spare, which may tarnish his relationship with the royals for good. Hardman suggested that in Spare, “if you get to the bit about his wedding to Meghan, it boils down really to about four or five pages.” He continued, “Now, as an author, that says to me one thing and one thing only: part two might…
Bruce Willis has been pulling through his deteriorating health with his head risen, surrounded by his loved ones. In a conversation with host Hoda Kotb at the TODAY show, the former actor’s oldest daughter, Rumer Willis, offered an optimistic update on his health. The 35-year-old musician stopped by the outlet to discuss her upcoming residency at New York City’s Café Carlyle. She also gave an insight on Bruce’s growing bond with daughter Louetta, whom she welcomed with husband Derek Richard Thomas last year. “He’s so good,” Rumer shared. “I actually got to see him right before I came out (to New York).…
Graham Smith, CEO of the anti-monarchy group Republic, has broken his silence about the attention and scrutiny around cancer-stricken Kate Middleton’s health. The chief left hosts in surprise with his unexpected comments about Catherine, saying she is a “regular person” and should be left alone to recover with her family. Smith, on GB News’ podcast The Royal Record, seemingly defended Princess Kate amid her fight against cancer, admitting it’s not good to speculate about her health. Speaking to Royal Correspondent Cameron Walker, Smith said: “I think that she is on the public payroll and there’s an expectation that she does something…
Kourtney Kardashian left her sister Khloe speechless with the shocking revelation of a unique gift she made for her husband, Travis Barker. The 45-year-old reality star disclosed to her younger sister, Khloe that she had given Travis a vial of her own blood as a romantic gesture. Known for their displays of affection, Kourtney and Travis have previously exchanged gifts like rooms filled with flowers and exquisite diamond jewelry. However, things took an unexpectedly bizarre turn on this week’s episode of The Kardashians, when Kourtney unveiled that the couple had exchanged vials of their own blood. The episode began with…
Prince Harry has seemingly fuelled the rift with his cancer-stricken father, King Charles, who had been desperate to reconcile with his son. However, given the rift and the shocking accusations the Duke of Sussex has made against his family, the King is now hanging by a thread to take a major step against his “darling boy,” per royal expert Tom Quinn. “Charles feels he has made huge effort to repair his relationship with his son, but that Harry refuses to give an inch,” Quinn told The Mirror. The author noted that since harry refuses to budge from his position, Charles is…
