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The ongoing canal project protest reached Parliament on Tuesday as Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) senators walked out of a Senate session in Islamabad, accusing the federal government of “stealing Sindh’s water” and failing to consult stakeholders on the controversial development. Opposition Voices Silenced The session, chaired by Senate Chairman Yousaf Raza Gillani, began with high …
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In a move aimed at defusing growing political tension, former Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif and current Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif have urged authorities to address the Pakistan Peoples Party’s (PPP) concerns regarding the canal project dispute through constructive dialogue. The leaders emphasized the need for a fair and constitutional resolution to ensure the equitable distribution …
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Veteran politician and Senator Taj Haider, a prominent figure of the Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP), passed away in Karachi on Tuesday after battling cancer. He was 83. His death marks the end of an era for the party and Pakistan’s democratic movement. Final Days and Confirmation Haider had been admitted to the intensive care unit …
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Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) Chairman Bilawal Bhutto-Zardari confirmed on Friday that he would attend the National Prayer Breakfast at the invitation of US President Donald Trump, emphasizing that his visit is personal and not on behalf of the government. Speaking to the media, Bilawal addressed questions about his US trip, stating, “It is true that …
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KARACHI: Planning Minister Ahsan Iqbal on Monday dismissed the Pakistan Peoples Party’s (PPP) warning about quitting the coalition government. He described the situation as typical disagreements within a coalition setup, comparing it to disputes within a family. PPP spokesperson Shazia Marri expressed frustration over the Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) ignoring the PPP in decision-making. She …
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ISLAMABAD: Tensions between the Pakistan People’s Party (PPP) and the Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) escalated on Sunday. PPP leader Shazia Marri issued a stern warning to the PML-N-led government. The PPP criticized the federal government for establishing the Pakistan Maritime and Seaport Authority (PMSA) without consultation. Shazia Marri reminded Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif that the …
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Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) Chairman Bilawal Bhutto-Zardari has commended outgoing Chief Justice of Pakistan (CJP) Qazi Faez Isa for facilitating the enactment of the 26th Constitutional Amendment. He asserted that such legislation would not have been possible under any other chief justice. This statement came as the Shehbaz Sharif-led government, with the support of allies …
On a significant note, the Senate of Pakistan passed an amendment bill with a two-thirds majority on Sunday. This was swiftly followed by the National Assembly’s approval with an equivalent majority early on Monday morning. This marks a pivotal moment in Pakistan’s legislative history, particularly regarding the judiciary, as it aims to implement comprehensive reforms …
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The 26th Constitutional Amendment became law today. President Asif Ali Zardari gave his assent. Earlier, both houses of Parliament approved the amendment. The ruling coalition worked hard over the weekend to secure a two-thirds majority. First, the Senate passed the amendment, followed by the National Assembly. The amendment brings key changes to the judiciary. It …
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ISLAMABAD: Pakistan People’s Party (PPP) Chairman Bilawal Bhutto Zardari is expected to leave for Dubai today after the approval of the constitutional amendment. Sources revealed that Bilawal will travel to Dubai to meet his sister, Bakhtawar Bhutto Zardari. His visit to Dubai was previously delayed due to ongoing work on the constitutional amendment. Bilawal is …
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ISLAMABAD: The government is set to present the final draft of the 26th Constitutional Amendment in both houses of parliament today. This comes after intense efforts to align the treasury and opposition parties. Federal Law Minister Azam Nazeer Tarar announced this at a press conference early Sunday. The federal cabinet will meet again at 2:30 …
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The political landscape in Pakistan is increasingly volatile. On Saturday, the Senate experienced a chaotic series of events. The session finally began at 11 PM after multiple delays. This session is critical because it addresses a proposed constitutional amendment package, which includes changes like extending the Chief Justice’s term. Originally, the meeting was set for …
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ISLAMABAD: The Supreme Court of Pakistan has clarified its position. Recent amendments to the Election Act cannot nullify its ruling from July 12 on reserved seats. In a majority decision, eight judges emphasized that the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) remains eligible for these seats. They rejected the Election Commission of Pakistan’s (ECP) earlier decision from March …
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LAHORE: The ruling parties held a crucial meeting at Jati Umra, the Sharif family’s residence in Lahore. They made significant progress in securing Maulana Fazlur Rehman’s support. The JUI-F leader is backing their proposed judicial reform package. The agreement, however, still requires cooperation from the PTI to reach complete consensus on the constitutional amendments. Maulana …
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ISLAMABAD: Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) President Nawaz Sharif and Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) Chairman Bilawal Bhutto Zardari have reached an agreement on constitutional amendments. Bilawal visited Nawaz Sharif at the Punjab House, where the former Prime Minister warmly welcomed him. During their meeting, the two leaders discussed Pakistan’s political situation. Their conversation centered on judicial …
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ISLAMABAD: Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) senior leader, Shah Mehmood Qureshi, has written a letter to Pakistan People’s Party (PPP) Chairman, Bilawal Bhutto Zardari, urging him not to support the proposed 26th Constitutional Amendment. Qureshi penned the letter from Lahore’s Kot Lakhpat Jail, where he is currently imprisoned. In the letter titled “Let the constitution agreed to …
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Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) founder Imran Khan has accused the government of pursuing constitutional amendments to extend the terms of three top officials. These include Chief Justice Qazi Faez Isa, the Chief Justice of the Islamabad High Court, and the Chief Election Commissioner. Speaking to the media at Adiala Jail, Imran Khan claimed that the government …
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The Pakistan Democratic Movement (PDM) has expressed its distrust in the Supreme Court’s three-judge bench, headed by Chief Justice Umar Ata Bandial, hearing the election delay case. Maulana Fazlur Rehman, the president of the PDM and chief of Jamiat Ulema-e-Islam-Fazl (JUI-F), announced this decision in a press conference in Islamabad. The PDM is a coalition …
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President of Pakistan Arif Alvi has announced April 9 as the date for holding polls in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa and Punjab, after there was a delay in deciding the date for elections by the Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP). The president made this announcement by using his power under Section 57 (1) of the Elections Act, …
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Pakistan’s Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has initiated critical talks to address the country’s economic challenges and escalating terrorism. He invited parliamentarians, including opposition leader Imran Khan, to a conference scheduled for February 7. The move highlights the urgency to foster political consensus amid worsening crises. Sharif’s invitation comes as the country engages in negotiations with …
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……….Doctors hospitalized Sharjeel Inam Memon, Sindh’s Information Minister and senior PPP leader, on Saturday after he complained of chest pain. They quickly admitted him to the National Institute of Cardiovascular Diseases (NICVD) and performed crucial medical procedures to stabilize his condition. The medical team conducted an angiography upon Memon’s arrival, which indicated the need for …
Pakistan Tehreek e Insaaf (PTI) chairman, Imran Khan has announced his upcoming decisions. A few days ago, Imran Khan mentioned in an interview that he will give sleepless nights to Prime Minister Shahbaz Sharif and that he will take decisions to achieve this plan. Now Imran Khan has announced that he will be taking his …
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Jamat e Islami (JI) emerged as a leading political party with 86 Union committee (UC) seats after the Peoples Party (PPP) won 96 seats from Karachi and Hyderabad. All the political parties are lending support to JI as they have won in Karachi and it’s their responsibility now to choose a mayor for Karachi. Pakistan …
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