A judicial magistrate in Bannu has issued arrest warrants for Judge Humayun Dilawar, who convicted PTI founder Imran Khan last year ... Show more

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Quick Glance: Judge Humayun Dilawar Faces Arrest Over Land Fraud
  • A court in Bannu, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, has issued arrest warrants for Judge Humayun Dilawar and his family in a land grabbing case.

  • The warrant was issued by Magistrate Mahboob ul Hassan after an investigation officer submitted a request for it.

  • Musaddiq Abbasi, Special Assistant to the KP Chief Minister, confirmed that a first information report has been filed against Dilawar and his brothers.

  • Police reported that the government suffered losses amounting to millions due to the illegal registration of land for a housing society.
Thousands of people have rallied in the streets of Pakistan's capital, Islamabad, to call for the release of former PM Imran Khan ... Show more
In the wake of turmoil currently sweeping the country’s political landscape, PML-N President Nawaz Sharif has decided to become politically active ... Show more

Nawaz set to launch drive to ‘counter Imran’s popularity’ - Pakistan - DAWN.COM
Thousands protest in Pakistan to demand ex-PM Imran Khan’s release: Khan’s party holds a rally in Islamabad, marking its first show of strength since the ...
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Thousands protest in Pakistan to demand ex-PM Imran Khan’s release
Quick Glance: Mass Protests in Pakistan Demand Imran Khan's Release
  • Thousands protested in Islamabad for the release of Imran Khan, whose imprisonment is viewed as politically motivated.

  • The Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) party organized the rally as a show of strength following the disputed elections in February.

  • Despite blockades and police violence, PTI supporters expressed unwavering determination to stand by Khan.

  • The Human Rights Commission of Pakistan criticized the attempt to ban PTI as an attack on democratic norms and an act of political desperation.
PTI Chairman Barrister Gohar Ali Khan announced a boycott of National Assembly proceedings by “all PTI MNAs except nine to ten” as the recent events continued ... Show more

NA speaker suspends 5 security officials following PTI lawmakers’ controversial arrest from parliament - Pakistan - DAWN.COM
Quick Glance: Security Officials Suspended Following PTI Arrests
  • National Assembly Speaker Ayaz Sadiq suspended Sergeant at Arms Muhammad Ishfaq Ashraf for four months due to irresponsibility regarding assembly security.

  • Four additional security personnel were also suspended for failing to ensure safety, including a security assistant and three junior officers.

  • These actions came after the Islamabad police arrested several PTI lawmakers within the Parliament House, sparking outrage from the party and the Speaker.

  • Sadiq announced plans to take legal action against those involved and demanded the immediate release of the detained PTI leaders.
In his address, PPP Chairman Bilawal-Bhutto Zardari also struck a reconciliatory tone as he called for politics of revenge to be shunned ... Show more

NA speaker suspends 5 security officials following PTI lawmakers’ controversial arrest from parliament - Pakistan - DAWN.COM
Rare pictures of the funeral procession of Quaid-i-Azam. Behind the cortege are late Quaid-i-Millat Liaquat Ali Khan and late Sardar Nishtar ... Show more
Bangladesh beat Pakistan for historic Test series win: Shakib Al Hasan hit the winning boundary 25 minutes before tea on the fifth and final day of the second ...
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Bangladesh beat Pakistan for historic Test series win
Dutch court convicts two Pakistani 'political leaders' over calls to murder anti-Muslim leader Geert Wilders
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Quick Glance: Verdict Against Pakistani Men for Murder Calls
  • A Dutch court convicted two Pakistani political leaders for inciting murder against anti-Muslim lawmaker Geert Wilders.

  • The 56-year-old received a 14-year sentence for attempted murder with terrorist intent.

  • A 29-year-old political leader was sentenced to four years, with both convicted in absentia.

  • The lack of an extradition treaty between the Netherlands and Pakistan complicates their prosecution.
As an accountability court transferred a fresh Tos­hakhana reference against him and his wife, Bushra Bibi, to a special court of the Federal Investiga­tion ... Show more

Postponed Aug 22 jalsa at establishment’s request: Imran - Pakistan - DAWN.COM
A clash between Pakistani security forces and the Afghan Taliban on the border near the Kurram district resulted in the death of eight Afghan soldiers ... Show more

Eight Afghan troops killed in border clash - Pakistan - DAWN.COM
Presi­dent Asif Ali Zardari has urged the nation to embrace Quaid-i-Azam Mohammad Ali Jinnah’s guiding principles of unity, faith and discipline ... Show more

President Zardari calls on nation to uphold Quaid’s legacy - Pakistan - DAWN.COM
During a press conference in Islamabad shortly after his release, PTI chairman Barrister Gohar said that the party will challenge their MNAs' eight-day ... Show more

Speaker Sadiq summons IG, SSP over PTI leaders’ arrests, Barrister Gohar released - Pakistan - DAWN.COM
'Largest attack on US soil since 9/11': Pakistani citizen who planned terrorist attack in NY on Oct 7
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'Largest attack on US soil since 9/11': Pakistani citizen who ...
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif declared an education emergency across the country on Sunday — which is International Literacy Day — calling on the private ... Show more

PM Shehbaz declares education emergency across country on Int’l Literacy Day - Pakistan - DAWN.COM
Balochistan National Party-Mengal chief Sardar Akhtar Mengal announced his departure from Pakistan on the social media platform X (formerly Twitter) on ... Show more
Chief Justice of Pakistan (CJP) Qazi Faez Isa on Monday stressed the importance of transparency in "every institution" of the country as he addressed ... Show more
Deputy Prime Minister Ishaq Dar, who also holds the foreign affairs portfolio, on Saturday hit out at the supposed mistakes made by the Imran Khan government ... Show more

Cup of tea in Kabul has cost Pakistan: Dar - Pakistan - DAWN.COM
Watch: Pakistani pilot goes viral for cleaning aeroplane's window, draws hilarious reactions
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Quick Glance: Pilot Cleans Plane Windscreen, Sparks Safety Debate
  • A viral video shows a Serene Air pilot cleaning the windscreen of an Airbus A330-200 in Pakistan.

  • The video, which has garnered over 7.8 million views, sparked discussions regarding pilot safety.

  • Users noted that it is not uncommon for pilots in Pakistan to clean the windscreen themselves.

  • The incident also drew comparisons to a similar occurrence involving a Southwest Airlines pilot cleaning a Boeing 737.
In a fiery speech on the floor of the lower house today, PTI’s Ali Muhammad Khan, who appeared emotionally charged, lambasted the arrests of his fellow party ... Show more

Speaker Sadiq summons IG, SSP over PTI leaders’ arrests, Barrister Gohar released - Pakistan - DAWN.COM
The army chief said that the Pakistan Army and the people of Pakistan shared a “heartfelt relationship”, which would continue to strengthen the resolve of the ... Show more

Do not let political differences turn into hatred: army chief - Pakistan - DAWN.COM
PML-N Senator Talal Chaudhry on Monday vowed legal action against Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Chief Minister Ali Amin Gandapur for leading party supporters who ... Show more

PML-N’s Talal Chaudhry vows to send KP CM Ali Amin Gandapur to jail over police clashes in Islamabad - Pakistan - DAWN.COM
Bangladesh secure historic Test series win against Pakistan: The 10-wicket victory in the first match marked Bangladesh's maiden Test win over Pakistan
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Bangladesh secure historic Test series win against Pakistan
Quick Glance: Cooperation in GCC Civil Service Highlighted
  • The Ministry of Labour participated in the 27th meeting of the Committee of Undersecretaries of Civil Service and Administrative Development Agencies in GCC countries.

  • Held in Doha, the meeting aimed to prepare for the 20th meeting of Civil Service Ministers scheduled for September 3, 2024.

  • Representatives discussed topics on joint cooperation in civil service and administration, including the GCC strategy for civil service and human resources development from 2021 to 2025.

  • The meeting also addressed the implementation of practical training and expert exchange projects, as well as a program to honor competencies in the GCC civil service sector for 2025.
Speaking to former premier Imran Khan's supporters in a rally on Sunday, PTI Chairman Barrister Gohar said his party would not tolerate any new cases ... Show more
Addressing the NA speaker, Defence Minister Khawaja Asif questioned: “If you say ‘No Khan, no Pakistan’, what will be the reaction?” The minister further ... Show more

‘May 9 for democracy’: In fiery NA speech, PTI’s Ali Muhammad Khan blasts govt for arresting party leaders - Pakistan - DAWN.COM
Khyber Pakh­tu­nkhwa Chief Minister Ali Amin Gandapur’s remarks about media, women and the Punjab chief minister attracted condemnation from almost all sides ... Show more

Ali Amin Gandapur’s outburst against women, journalists slammed - Pakistan - DAWN.COM
Visa aims for 10-fold rise in Pakistani use of digital payments - News | Khaleej Times
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Can Pakistan subject ex-PM Imran Khan to a military trial?: Recent comments by a minister and the army indicate that Khan may face a military trial ...
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Can Pakistan subject ex-PM Imran Khan to a military trial?
Former premier and PTI chairman Imran Khan on Wednesday warned of ‘consequences’ if the government tried to clip powers of the judiciary ... Show more

Imran warns govt against clipping judiciary’s powers - Pakistan - DAWN.COM
Chinese General Li’s Ill-Timed Visit to Pakistan: By sending its top army official to Pakistan on the anniversary of a prominent separatist leader's death ...
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Chinese General Li’s Ill-Timed Visit to Pakistan
Quick Glance: Mengal Sticks to Resignation Despite Government Assurances
  • Sardar Akhtar Mengal, the BNP-M chief, stated he has no intention of retracting his resignation from the National Assembly despite government assurances to address his concerns.

  • Mengal submitted his resignation due to a loss of faith in the state and leadership, highlighting the neglect of Balochistan's issues.

  • Although a government delegation assured him that his grievances would be addressed, Mengal expressed dissatisfaction with their efforts and maintained his stance.

  • The opposition, led by Asad Qaiser, also expressed interest in Mengal's decision and plans to hold a conference on Balochistan issues.
Pakhtun­khwa Milli Awami Party (PkMAP) president Mehmood Khan Achakzai on Monday declared on the floor of the National Assembly that he was ready to engage in ... Show more

Mehmood Achakzai says ready to talk to ‘establishment’ - Pakistan - DAWN.COM
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Even as Imran Khan railed against amendments to the National Accountability Ordin­ance 1999 recently restored by the Supreme Court ... Show more

Imran seeks acquittal under NAB tweaks he contested - Pakistan - DAWN.COM
PTI’s chairman, Barrister Gohar Ali Khan, was released on Tuesday evening. “We think that [the arrests] were an attack on parliament ... Show more

Speaker Sadiq summons IG, SSP over PTI leaders’ arrests, Barrister Gohar released - Pakistan - DAWN.COM
In a surprising turn of events, PTI founding chairman Imran Khan threw his weight behind Ali Amin Gandapur and derided all those who distanced themselves from ... Show more

Imran backs KP CM, calls those apologising for his words ‘cowards’ - Pakistan - DAWN.COM
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An Islamabad court on Monday prohibited the National Accountability Bureau (NAB) from pursuing the new new Toshakhana reference against PTI founder Imran Khan ... Show more

Accountability court bars NAB from handling Toshakhana case, hands it over to FIA - Pakistan - DAWN.COM
The army on Thursday hinted at a military trial for former prime minister Imran Khan, warning that using military personnel for personal or political gains ... Show more

Army hints at military trial for Imran - Pakistan - DAWN.COM
Quick Glance: BYD Pakistan Aims for 50% Electric Vehicle Sales by 2030
  • BYD Pakistan forecasts that up to 50% of vehicles sold in Pakistan will be electrified by 2030.

  • The company plans to open an assembly plant by 2026 and will introduce vehicles for sale later this year.

  • The transition to new energy vehicles may face challenges due to infrastructure issues, despite a surge in hybrid vehicle sales last year.

  • BYD is collaborating with two companies to establish a network of 20 to 30 charging stations to address charging infrastructure challenges.
Punjab’s senior minister Marriyum Aurangzeb on Sunday criticised PTI founder Imran Khan for seeking relief under the same amended National Accountability ... Show more

Punjab ministers condemn PTI’s ‘fake rally’ - Pakistan - DAWN.COM
An Islamabad district and sessions court on Wednesday issued a non-bailable arrest warrant for Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Chief Minister Ali Amin Gandapur in ... Show more

Islamabad court issues non-bailable warrants for KP CM Gandapur in 2016 weapons and liquor case - Pakistan - DAWN.COM
Quick Glance: Non-bailable Warrant Issued for KP Chief Minister
  • A district court in Islamabad has issued a non-bailable arrest warrant for KP Chief Minister Ali Amin Gandapur for failing to appear in court.

  • The judge expressed skepticism regarding the reasons for Gandapur's absence, noting that he had previously granted him relief.

  • The case involves illegal possession of arms and liquor, with Gandapur facing similar charges since 2016.

  • Health issues and flooding were cited as reasons for his absence from the court.
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif said on Tuesday his government was working on implementing conditions from the International Monetary Fund (IMF) to complete its ... Show more

PM Shehbaz says govt working on IMF conditions for loan programme - Business - DAWN.COM
Former prime minister Imran Khan has said federal ministers start crying over the May 9 events whenever the PTI speaks about talks ... Show more

Ministers cry over May 9 when PTI seeks talks: Imran - Pakistan - DAWN.COM
The Supreme Court on Friday restored changes to the country’s anti-graft laws as it accepted appeals filed by the federal government and others against the ... Show more

SC restores changes to NAB laws, accepts appeals against previous ruling - Pakistan - DAWN.COM
Family of American said killed by IDF at West Bank protest demands independent probe
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Former prime minister Imran Khan on Thursday claimed that he was being “victimised” for “standing up to powerful” quarters by exposing the cipher conspiracy ... Show more

Imran vows ‘not to surrender’ in face of victimisation - Pakistan - DAWN.COM
Speaking at the General Headquarters in Rawalpindi during a ceremony marking the country's 59th Defence Day, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif acknowledged the ... Show more

Do not let political differences turn into hatred: army chief - Pakistan - DAWN.COM
Pakistan Cricket Board Chairman Mohsin Naqvi, who is also the interior minister, came under fire in both houses of parliament following Pakistan’s embarrassing ... Show more

Mohsin Naqvi under fire in parliament for ‘destroying’ cricket - Pakistan - DAWN.COM
The Danger of Distrust on the Iran-Pakistan Border: Looking for a culprit, there is a real possibility that Pakistan may view counterterrorism cooperation with ...
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The Danger of Distrust on the Iran-Pakistan Border
Quick Glance: General Li's Misguided Visit to Pakistan
  • China's military delegation, led by General Li Qiaoming, visited Pakistan on the anniversary of Nawab Akbar Bugti's death, potentially escalating anti-China sentiment in Balochistan.

  • The visit coincided with coordinated attacks by the Balochistan Liberation Army (BLA), resulting in at least 73 casualties and reinforcing perceptions of Chinese support for Pakistani military policies.

  • The BLA views China's involvement in Balochistan as colonial, leading to attacks on Chinese projects and nationals to gain international attention.

  • The timing of the visit reveals a lack of awareness regarding Pakistan's political sensitivities and could further strain relations between China and the Pakistani military.
Olympic gold medallist Arshad feels motivated by para athletes: PARIS: Witnessing para athletes fight for glory at the Paralympics is something truly ...
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Olympic gold medallist Arshad feels motivated by para athletes
The Deputy Station Manager of Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) in Birmingham, Javed Iqbal Bajwa, has reportedly resigned after his intermediate ... Show more

PIA official in UK quits over ‘fake certificate’ - Pakistan - DAWN.COM
A day after former prime minister and PML-N President Nawaz Sharif suggested an across-the-board dialogue to pull the country out of crises, the PTI ... Show more

PTI snubs govt, looks to powers that be for talks - Pakistan - DAWN.COM
Referring to the deadly August 26 terror attacks across Balochistan, the DG ISPR said they were carried out “on the directives of internal and external enemies ... Show more

Court martial against Gen Faiz Hameed initiated based on concrete evidence: DG ISPR - Pakistan - DAWN.COM
Amidst the largely glowing press reports PTI founder Imran Khan has received in the British press for his application to the chancellorship position at Oxford ... Show more

Imran’s chancellorship bid criticised in UK paper - Pakistan - DAWN.COM
Considered an experienced hand when it comes to dealing with the international lender of last resort, Deputy Prime Minister Ishaq Dar has criticised the ... Show more

Dar questions IMF’s intentions towards Pakistan - World - DAWN.COM
SPONSORED CONTENT: Pakistan’s pride Arshad Nadeem hit a new milestone with his Olympic record-setting epic 92.97 metre javelin throw ... Show more

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Quick Glance: Hamza Gul: First to Rectify Visa Status in Dubai
  • Hamza Gul, a 25-year-old Pakistani, successfully rectified his visa status in Dubai.

  • He waited overnight outside the settlement center in Al Awir to be the first to waive his fines and obtain a job contract.

  • Gul secured a position as a cleaner with Transguard Group, part of an initiative supporting individuals with irregular status.

  • The General Directorate of Residency and Foreigners Affairs in Dubai collaborated with 15 companies, assisting over 1000 individuals on the first day of the amnesty.
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Sunday expre­ssed satisfaction over a falling rate of inflation and improvements in other economic indicators ... Show more

PM Shehbaz welcomes decline in inflation, upgraded credit rating - Business - DAWN.COM
Incarcerated PTI founder Imran Khan on Tuesday petitioned the Islamabad High Court (IHC) against his possible military custody for the trials under way against ... Show more

Imran petitions IHC against ‘possible’ military custody - Pakistan - DAWN.COM
A fierce exchange of words in the Senate on Tuesday led to the suspension of the me­m­bership of PTI Sena­tor Falak Naz for two days for using abusive language ... Show more

PTI Senator Falak Naz suspended for two days over ‘abusive language’ - Pakistan - DAWN.COM
Is Pakistan’s $7bn IMF bailout package in trouble?: Pakistan’s deputy prime minister has accused the IMF of stalling on a loan deal, prompting concerns over its ...
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Is Pakistan’s $7bn IMF bailout package in trouble?
Presi­dent Asif Ali Zardari has given assent to a controversial bill passed by the both houses of parliament to ‘regulate’ public gatherings in Islamabad ... Show more

President signs public order bill into law in ‘haste’ - Pakistan - DAWN.COM
Amid a string of dismal performances given by the national teams in Tests as well as limited-over formats, Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) chairman Mohsin Naqvi ... Show more

‘Decisions on captaincy to be made after consulting stakeholders’ - Sport - DAWN.COM
Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar on Wednesday held a meeting with United Kingdom’s Foreign Secretary David Lammy in London to discuss bilateral relations ... Show more

FM Dar meets UK Foreign Secretary David Lammy to discuss bilateral relations: FO - World - DAWN.COM
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Animating Peace: How Pakistan’s ‘The Glassworker’ Found a Voice in Hiroshima: Making a movie with an anti-war theme in a state known for glorifying war in its ...
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Quick Glance: Pakistan's 'The Glassworker' and Peace in Hiroshima
  • The hand-drawn animated film 'The Glassworker' from Pakistan has gained international acclaim, showcased at prestigious film festivals.

  • Director Usman Riaz dedicated ten years to his project, which addresses anti-war themes through a love story set in a fictional, war-torn land.

  • Despite lower box office numbers in Pakistan compared to other animated films, the film shows promising prospects abroad, especially in Japan.

  • Its screening at the Hiroshima Animation Season 2024 enhances interest in animation in Pakistan and opens opportunities for emerging filmmakers.
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