Politics

Chaudhry Salik Hussain Advises CM Maryam Nawaz Against Playing 'Woman Card'

Federal Minister for Overseas Pakistanis Chaudhry Salik Hussain on Wednesday advised Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz against playing the "woman card" in politics. Speaking to a private TV channel, the minister said that the CM's remarks about him were inappropriate for a person holding public office.Hussain said that the CM had issued the statement because of misinformation. He also made it clear that he would not withdraw his earlier statement concerning corruption in Punjab,

Imran Undergoes Medical Checkup At Pims, Administered Anti-VEGF Injection In Eye: Officials

Former prime minister and Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) founder Imran Khan was shifted from Adiala Jail to the Pakistan Institute of Medical Sciences (Pims) in Islamabad late Tuesday for a medical checkup, hospital officials said on Wednesday. Jailed Imran was brought to the hospital from Adiala Jail during the night between November 10 and 11, according to an official statement issued by the Pims administration.The statement said that the examination included a follow-up treatment for his eyes

Salik Denies Naming Maryam in Corruption Remarks, Says Legal Notice Reply Ready

Federal Minister for Overseas Pakistanis Chaudhry Salik Hussain has said he did not mention Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz by name in his recent remarks about alleged corruption in the province, as he revealed that the Punjab government had withdrawn his Elite Force security.Speaking to reporters in Lahore, Salik sought to clarify his remarks amid a growing dispute with Maryam, who subsequently served him a Rs5 billion defamation notice. "I did not mention Maryam Nawaz by name," he

Political Interference and Bureaucratic Privilege Undermine Governance in South Asia: Dr. Ishrat

Former Governor of the State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) Dr. Ishrat Hussain has called for comprehensive civil service reforms across South Asia, warning that political interference in bureaucratic appointments, excessive centralisation of authority, outdated human resource management, and resistance to institutional change are undermining governance and public service delivery.Addressing a group of senior Bangladeshi civil servants at the Executive Development Institute (EDI) of the National School

15,000 Personnel To Be Deployed For Islamabad LG Polls

The Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP) was informed on Tuesday that 15,000 personnel will be deployed for the upcoming local government (LG) polls in Islamabad Capital Territory, while 3,505 candidates have filed nominations, including 110 women. A special meeting of the ECP was held at the Election Commission Secretariat, which reviewed the arrangements for holding local government elections across the federal capital.Polling has been fixed for December 20 to ensure democratic participation

Rabbani Slams Opposition Over Delay in CEC Appointment

Former Senate chairman Raza Rabbani has criticised the opposition for failing to fulfil its constitutional obligation to facilitate the appointment of a new chief election commissioner (CEC), noting that the incumbent continues to hold office despite his term expiring 22 months ago. "The opposition is violating Article 213(2A) of the Constitution by refusing to meet its constitutional responsibility in the appointment of the CEC," he said in a statement on Tuesday.He pointed out that w

Qureshi Hospitalized After Cardiac Episode

Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) Vice Chairman Shah Mahmood Qureshi has been admitted to the Punjab Institute of Cardiology (PIC) in Lahore after experiencing a sudden cardiac episode. According to jail authorities and party spokespersons, Qureshi experienced the medical emergency while taking a routine walk within the prison premises.He reportedly lost consciousness, prompting an immediate response from the prison medical staff. Following initial first aid and stabilization inside the prison medi

No Deal Or Leniency For Imran: Govt

ISLAMABAD/KARACHI: Federal Minister for Parliamentary Affairs Dr. Tariq Fazal Chaudhry on Tuesday said the only way for Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) founder Imran Khan to secure his release was through the courts, making it clear that the government had neither struck any deal nor had any intention of granting him leniency.Talking to the media at Parliament House, the minister said Imran Khan was being provided medical check-up facilities and the government had neither neglected his treatment

'Why sit as ministers?': CM Maryam hits back at critics amid corruption allegations

Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz has challenged critics of her government over corruption allegations, questioning why "dissatisfied" ministers continue holding office instead of resigning. "Those who have a problem should resign.Why are they sitting there as ministers?" the provincial chief executive said while addressing an event in Jhelum on Tuesday. Her remarks come after federal minister and Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) political ally Chaudhry Salik Hussain of

Dar to Inaugurate Margalla Dialogue and Mineral Forum Today

In a rare instance, Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Senator Ishaq Dar will not accompany Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif as he departs for Türkiye on Tuesday (today) to attend the COP31 international conference under UN auspices. The summit begins tomorrow (Wednesday) in the historic city of Antalya and will be inaugurated by President Recep Tayyip Erdogan.Foreign Secretary Asim Iftikhar Ahmad is likely to accompany the Prime Minister. Sources remarked that no other conclusion should be

KP Police Acknowledge Enforcement of Detention Orders Against CM and Speaker

A recent media talk by the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa police chief has triggered a fresh debate after he admitted that the police had implemented detention orders issued against the now-dysfunctional Chief Minister Muhammad Sohail Afridi, while denying the force's involvement in the alleged arrests of several Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) ministers and lawmakers or raids on their houses over the past several weeks.Speaking publicly on the issue for the first time, KP Inspector General of Police (I

Agencies Probe Assets and Financial Dealings of Fazl's Associate

Investigative agencies have initiated a comprehensive scrutiny of the financial dealings, assets, and properties linked to Jamiat Ulema-e-Islam-Fazl (JUI-F) chief Maulana Fazlur Rehman and his alleged associate, Amanullah. The Federal Investigation Agency (FIA), Federal Board of Revenue (FBR), and Capital Development Authority (CDA) are currently examining various legal and financial aspects of the matter to determine the legitimacy of these holdings.According to official sources, one of the pri

Tehreek Tahafuz Ayeen-e-Pakistan (TTAP) Slams Character Assassination Campaign Against Fazl

The Tehreek Tahafuz Ayeen-e-Pakistan (TTAP) on Monday strongly condemned what it called the disgraceful, derogatory, and baseless charges being levelled against Jamiat Ulema-e-Islam-Fazl (JUI-F) chief Fazlur Rehman. "Allegations against the Maulana are deeply regrettable, shameful, and highly condemnable.The TTAP strongly condemns the ongoing organised campaign of character assassination against him and his family; it is a manifestation of political intolerance, moral degradation, and disre

Transforming Iqbal's Dream into Reality is the Ultimate Tribute: Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI)

The Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) on Monday stated that the true tribute to Allama Iqbal would be to transform his vision into reality by building a free, sovereign, democratic, prosperous, and justice-oriented Pakistan. In a statement issued by the PTI Central Media Department on the occasion of Allama Iqbal's 149th birth anniversary, the party paid a rich tribute to the Poet of the East, a renowned philosopher and the visionary behind Pakistan, acknowledging his enduring contribution to

Asif Says 12 Provinces Could Be Considered

SIALKOT / LALAMUSA: Defence Minister Khawaja Asif has backed the creation of new provinces in Pakistan, saying even 12 could be considered, provided they were established on administrative rather than ethnic or political grounds. Speaking exclusively, he said, "If there is a proposal for 12 provinces, then make it 12, but they should not be created on the basis of language, ethnicity or political interests." Asif advocated the creation of smaller administrative units, arguing that Paki

12 Provinces Likely After 2029 Polls

The proposed restructuring of the country into 12 provinces, if achieved through constitutional means, will be implemented after the 2029 elections. Sources, however, talked about some financial, constitutional and administrative challenges, with distribution of resources under the National Finance Commission (NFC) Award, sharing of water resources and settlement of financial liabilities emerging as the three most critical issues.Although constitutional legislation for the proposed restructuring

Senate Unlikely To Take Up Constitutional Reforms In 16th Session

No proposal for any constitutional amendment, holding of referendum and electoral reforms is on the agenda of the upcoming National Assembly or Senate sessions commencing from November 16. Highly placed sources in the Parliament Secretariat told that the National Assembly session will start on Monday next and it would continue for two weeks.Likewise, the Senate session will be commencing the same day. To a query, the sources maintained that the move for holding a referendum was the sole prerogat

Defence Minister Khawaja Asif Supports Creation of New Provinces on Administrative Grounds

Defence Minister Khawaja Asif has expressed support for establishing additional provinces in Pakistan, saying the number could reach 12 if the proposed divisions are determined by administrative requirements rather than ethnic or political considerations. In an interview, he stated, "If there is a proposal for 12 provinces, then make it 12, but they should not be created on the basis of language, ethnicity or political interests."Asif advocated the creation of smaller administrative un

Nawaz Sharif Extends Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) UK Leadership Tenure for a Year

Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) President Nawaz Sharif has approved the extension of the tenure of the party's United Kingdom leadership, including UK President Ahsan Dar and Youth Wing President Khurram Butt, until September 22, 2027. The decision was announced in an official notification issued on November 8, 2026, by Deputy Prime Minister (DPM) Senator Mohammad Ishaq Dar, who heads the party's International Affairs and Overseas Pakistanis wing.The notification extends the tenur

Gujranwala By-Poll: ECP Takes Notice Of Tarar's Code Of Conduct Violation

The Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP) on Saturday took notice of an alleged violation of the code of conduct by Federal Minister for Information and Broadcasting Attaullah Tarar during the by-election campaign in NA-77, Gujranwala-I. According to the ECP spokesperson, the minister allegedly visited the constituency by helicopter and addressed a campaign event for Rashid Basheer Virk, who is contesting the election.This activity undertaken by the minister violates a provision in the code of c

Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) Calls for Political Dialogue, National Reconciliation

Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) Parliamentarians Secretary General Syed Nayyer Hussain Bukhari has asked all political stakeholders to abandon confrontation and pursue dialogue and national reconciliation, saying Pakistan needs unity and a joint strategy to address its political and security challenges. "The national interest must remain the foremost priority, and all stakeholders should abandon political confrontation and adopt the path of negotiations and political dialogue," he said in

Creation of 12 provinces referendum may precede proposed 28th Amendment

A proposal to redraw Pakistan's administrative map into 12 provinces is under consideration, with a nationwide referendum envisaged ahead of a possible 28th Constitutional Amendment. The move is said to be part of an effort to improve governance, strengthen administrative efficiency and distribute development more equitably across the country.According to sources familiar with the proposal, the constitutional amendment could be taken up in the first half of 2027, with preparatory steps poss

Bushra Bibi Moves IHC to Seek Eye Treatment by Doctors of Her Choice