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PTI Activist Sanam Javed Rearrested Shortly After Release

15Jul

By Tahreem AkramNo Comments

Latest, Pakistan

PTI Activist Sanam Javed Rearrested Shortly After Release

In a surprising turn of events, authorities have arrested Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) activist Sanam Javed once again, just hours after a local Islamabad court acquitted her of charges brought by the Federal Investigation Agency (FIA). The court decided in her favor on Sunday and released her from custody. However, authorities apprehended her shortly after she arrived at the office of her lawyer, Mian Ali Ashfaq, cutting her freedom short. Confirming the re-arrest on social media, Ashfaq stated that Islamabad police had taken Ms. Javed into custody. He emphasized the importance of cooperating with law enforcement and said they had handed her over without resistance. Ashfaq stated, “Sanam Javed has been re-arrested by Islamabad police. We have cooperated fully with the authorities...

Government Moves to Ban PTI, Pursue Legal Action Against Imran Khan

15Jul

By Tahreem AkramNo Comments

Pakistan

Government Moves to Ban PTI, Pursue Legal Action Against Imran Khan

The government of Pakistan has announced its decision to seek a ban on the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) party, revealing intentions to file a petition before the Supreme Court. Information Minister Attaullah Tarar disclosed this development during a press conference on Monday, emphasizing that coexistence between Pakistan and PTI was no longer feasible for the country's progress. Tarar pointed to various reasons supporting the government's stance, including the foreign funding case, alleged interference with international agreements, and what he described as anti-Pakistan activities abroad. He asserted that these factors provided compelling grounds for the proposed ban under Article 17 of the Constitution, which empowers the government to take action against political entities deemed...

Rakhi Sawant Stands by Imran Khan To Support PTI

15Feb

By Aqsa Azam1 Comment

Showbiz

Rakhi Sawant Stands by Imran Khan To Support PTI

India’s scandal queen Rakhi Sawant has turned out to be a fan of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) founder Imran Khan. She said that when he comes out of jail, she will come to Pakistan to meet and felicitate him. She dedicates her new upcoming song 'Baby Drama Queen' to the jailed leader in a recent media interaction. The energetic Bollywood actress and dancing sensation, Rakhi Sawant, has voiced her support for the incarcerated PTI Founder, Imran Khan. She states that she will make a special visit to Pakistan to celebrate his release from jail. Rakhi has a special talent to stay in the news for eccentric and quirky reasons. During the launch event of her latest music video, "Baby Drama Queen," in Dubai, Rakhi Sawant expressed her dismay and shock at seeing a "Shareef" (decent) person...

Key Pakistani Leaders Step Down from Party Positions

12Feb

By Aqsa Azam2 Comments

Pakistan

Key Pakistani Leaders Step Down from Party Positions

Jahangir Tareen and Siraj ul Haq left politics after the general elections in Pakistan. The Pakistani leaders announced their resignation from their political party, the Istehkam-e-Pakistan Party (IPP) and Jamat e Islami (JI). IPP had launched just eight months prior in June 2023. JI leader steps down after the alleged rigging in the elections. In Pakistan, two important political figures have made surprising decisions, shaking up the country's political landscape. Jahangir Khan Tareen, leader of the Istehkam-i-Pakistan Party (IPP), and Siraj-ul-Haq, the head of Jamaat-e-Islami (JI), have both stepped down from their leadership positions within their parties. These Pakistani leaders have had a prominent role in the country's politics in recent times. Tareen, in a statement posted on...

Imran Khan and Wife Sentenced to 14 Years in Toshakhana Case

1Feb

By Aqsa AzamNo Comments

Pakistan

Imran Khan and Wife Sentenced to 14 Years in Toshakhana Case

Imran Khan and wife Bushra Bibi sentenced to 14 years in prison and disqualified from holding public office for 10 years in Pakistan. The couple was convicted of receiving gifts from foreign dignitaries and not declaring them in their taxes. This is the latest development in legal challenges that Khan has faced since he was removed from office in April 2022. The founder of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI), Imran Khan and wife Bushra Bibi were sentenced to 14 years in prison each and disqualified from holding public office for 10 years in the Toshakhana case. The case involves the illegal acquisition and sale of precious gifts stored in the state-run treasury called Toshakhana. The Accountability Court Judge Muhammad Bashir also imposed a hefty fine of Rs787 million on the coupl...