Pakistan’s multiple tug of wars, and the new wave of terror attacks
5 months, 3 weeks ago

Pakistan’s multiple tug of wars, and the new wave of terror attacks

Times of India  

The string of terrorist attacks in J&K merits a widening of the frame to look at what is happening in Pakistan. The Supreme Court judgment is, however, revelatory of how the judiciary often acts as an independent player in Pakistan politics and in ways not consistent with its general reputation, and history of playing to the military’s tune. The present judgment is as much against the interests of the Pakistan military, and especially its current chief General Asim Munir, as it is disliked by the Pakistan Muslim League led by the Sharif brothers or even the Pakistan Peoples Party. The security situation is equally demoralising with constant attacks by TTP, and no solution in sight with Pakistan’s relationship with the Taliban in Afghanistan, having gone seriously south. The larger takeaway also is that the military’s capacities to manage Pakistan’s internal issues appear somewhat degraded.

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A shocker for Pakistan? Here’s how India-Afghan Taliban reshape ties with first high-level talks | Explained
2 days, 12 hours ago

A shocker for Pakistan? Here’s how India-Afghan Taliban reshape ties with first high-level talks | Explained

India TV News  

The geopolitical equations in South Asia seem to be realigning in a way that India appears to benefit more than archrivals Pakistan. India's Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri's recent meeting with Afghan Taliban's acting Foreign Minister Mawlawi Amir Khan Muttaqi in Dubai has long-term ramifications. It was the first high-level meeting between both countries and a significant one, particularly when it …

Multiple crisis vectors destabilising Pakistan
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1 month, 1 week ago

Multiple crisis vectors destabilising Pakistan

Hindustan Times  

Two distinct vectors have intersected in Pakistan this past week. The first was a high-intensity political clash as the jailed Imran Khan’s wife led large numbers of his supporters into the heart of Islamabad in defiance of the government, vowing to remain till their leader was released. A supporter of the jailed former Pakistani Prime Minister Imran Khan's party Pakistan …

‘House of Cards’: How Imran Khan’s ‘final call’ deepens uncertainty in Pakistan
1 month, 1 week ago

‘House of Cards’: How Imran Khan’s ‘final call’ deepens uncertainty in Pakistan

Firstpost  

Khan frames his movement as one to restore ‘true democracy’ and ‘justice’ in Pakistan, despite his own contradictions and political alliances The political landscape of Pakistan has been undergoing dramatic shifts in recent years, with the rise of PTI’s populist movements, intense political polarisation, and societal rifts. The political landscape of Pakistan has been undergoing dramatic shifts in recent years, …

​Protest nation: On the state of Pakistan
1 month, 2 weeks ago

​Protest nation: On the state of Pakistan

The Hindu  

Another shutdown of the capital city. Pakistan is witnessing circles of crises, with a prolonged showdown between the military-backed government and the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf, the party of jailed former Prime Minister Imran Khan. In the latest episode, PTI supporters marched towards the capital, after Mr. Khan made the “final call” for protests, demanding the release of their leader and other …

Imran Khan Supporters Gather in Islamabad, Lahore Amid Rising Tensions
3 months ago

Imran Khan Supporters Gather in Islamabad, Lahore Amid Rising Tensions

ABP News  

A tense situation unfolded in Islamabad with the deployment of Pakistani army personnel as supporters of former prime minister Imran Khan gathered at D-Chowk in the heart of the capital. The demonstrators sought to register a symbolic victory while demanding Khan's release from Rawalpindi’s Adiala Jail, where he has been incarcerated for over a year.

What’s behind Pakistan’s move to ban Imran Khan’s PTI?
5 months, 3 weeks ago

What’s behind Pakistan’s move to ban Imran Khan’s PTI?

Al Jazeera  

Analysts say the move could have been triggered by recent legal wins for the PTI — but could backfire on the government. “In 76 years since Pakistan’s independence, we’ve reached a point where we even hesitate to shake hands with one another,” Sharif said on June 26, lamenting the deep political divide in the country. Many observers believe the plan …

Imran Khan’s PTI scores major win in Pakistan battle for reserved seats
5 months, 4 weeks ago

Imran Khan’s PTI scores major win in Pakistan battle for reserved seats

Al Jazeera  

Islamabad, Pakistan – The Supreme Court has handed a major legal victory to the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf party of former Prime Minister Imran Khan, declaring it eligible for a share of reserved seats in national and provincial assemblies. In its short order on Friday, the Supreme Court recognised the PTI as a political party and affirmed that not having an election …

Pakistan's ruling coalition blasts Imran Khan's party for wanting to hold talks only with Army
8 months, 2 weeks ago

Pakistan's ruling coalition blasts Imran Khan's party for wanting to hold talks only with Army

New Indian Express  

"He cries outside that he is the flag bearer of freedom and begs for negotiations behind the door," Rafique said, adding that the politicians would have to communicate with each other anytime later, if not sooner. Meanwhile, during an appearance on a Geo News show, PML-N leader Rana Sanaullah said that the PTI party's mindset was not political as it …

What lies ahead for Pakistan-Taliban relations | In Focus podcast
9 months, 3 weeks ago

What lies ahead for Pakistan-Taliban relations | In Focus podcast

The Hindu  

Pre-dawn air strikes by Pakistan on Afghan territory targeting Tehreek-e-Taliban, or TTP, militants on the 19th of March mark a new low in relations between Kabul and Islamabad. Pakistan claims that it retaliated against TTP strongholds in Afghanistan following a terror strike in North Waziristan on the 16th of March in which 7 Pakistani security personnel were killed. A spokesman …

Imran Khan’s party calls for nationwide protests in Pakistan over ‘stolen’ election
10 months, 2 weeks ago

Imran Khan’s party calls for nationwide protests in Pakistan over ‘stolen’ election

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Jailed former prime minister Imran …

Old beginning: The Hindu Editorial on Pakistan politics
10 months, 2 weeks ago

Old beginning: The Hindu Editorial on Pakistan politics

The Hindu  

There was no level playing field in Pakistan’s general elections on February 8, in which the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf, the party of jailed former Prime Minister Imran Khan, barred from fielding candidates on its popular cricket bat symbol, was pitted against the military-backed Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz. The PML-N has joined hands with the Pakistan People’s Party and several smaller parties to …

Pakistan’s PTI faces uphill battle as rivals unite, Imran Khan in jail
10 months, 3 weeks ago

Pakistan’s PTI faces uphill battle as rivals unite, Imran Khan in jail

Al Jazeera  

It has staked a claim to form the government but has neither the numbers nor the allies. Since it could not contest the election as a party, the PTI risks losing its quota of reserved seats in parliament, which are allocated to political parties based on proportional representation. The PTI also nominated Omar Ayub Khan, the party’s general secretary, as …

Latest round of talks between PML-N and PPP on coalition govt formulation in Pakistan inconclusive
10 months, 3 weeks ago

Latest round of talks between PML-N and PPP on coalition govt formulation in Pakistan inconclusive

New Indian Express  

ISLAMABAD: The latest round of talks between the top leaders of the PML-N and the PPP has ended inconclusively after both sides failed to reach a consensus on a power-sharing formula to form a coalition government in Pakistan following a fractured verdict in the election. This was the fifth round of discussions between PML-N and PPP coordination committees to end …

Hamstrung by history, divided by ambition
10 months, 3 weeks ago

Hamstrung by history, divided by ambition

New Indian Express  

A neighbouring country under stress for long—especially one with whom we have had a troubled history—will not fade from the mind, whatever be its state. So many analysts are trying to figure what has changed in Pakistan after the recent general elections in which Imran Khan’s perceptibly popular party, Pakistan Tehreek e Insaaf, was axed out by a smart legal …

Pakistan News PPP Bilawal Bhutto Refused PML-N Power-Sharing Formula Pakistan Govt PTI
10 months, 3 weeks ago

Pakistan News PPP Bilawal Bhutto Refused PML-N Power-Sharing Formula Pakistan Govt PTI

ABP News  

Islamabad, Feb 18 Former Pakistan foreign minister Bilawal Bhutto Zardari on Sunday revealed the power-sharing formula he was offered in which the prime minister’s post would be shared between his party and former premier Nawaz Sharif's PML-N, with which it formed a post-poll alliance. Four-time former prime minister Nawaz Sharif's Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz and Bhutto-Zardari's Pakistan Peoples Party held a …

Imran Khan's PTI Loses Ground as Independents Join Rival Parties
10 months, 3 weeks ago

Imran Khan's PTI Loses Ground as Independents Join Rival Parties

Deccan Chronicle  

Lahore: Jailed former prime minister Imran Khan's Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf party has suffered a blow as three independent members elected to Punjab's provincial assembly backed by it have joined a rival party in the politically important province. On the other hand, Nawaz Sharif-led Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz managed to take eight more independent Members of the Provincial Assembly -elect and one Member …

Imran Khan's PTI suffers blow as 3 independent provincial assembly members join opponents in Punjab
10 months, 3 weeks ago

Imran Khan's PTI suffers blow as 3 independent provincial assembly members join opponents in Punjab

The Hindu  

Jailed former prime minister Imran Khan's Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf party has suffered a blow as three independent members elected to Punjab's provincial assembly backed by it have joined a rival party in the politically important province. On the other hand, Nawaz Sharif-led Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz managed to take eight more independent Members of the Provincial Assembly -elect and one Member of …

Pakistan: Imran Khan's PTI to hold countrywide protests on Feb 17 against alleged rigging in polls
10 months, 3 weeks ago

Pakistan: Imran Khan's PTI to hold countrywide protests on Feb 17 against alleged rigging in polls

India TV News  

Pakistan elections: Former Prime Minister Imran Khan's Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf has announced that it would hold "peaceful protests" across the country against alleged rigging in last week's elections and the "marginalisation of the PTI". Gohar also rejected reports of Imran Khan softening his stance and agreeing to hold talks with Bilawal Bhutto's Pakistan Peoples Party. Some party sources told Geo News …

Pakistan: PTI strategises govt formation in Centre, Punjab, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa as party-backed candidates bag 101 seats
10 months, 4 weeks ago

Pakistan: PTI strategises govt formation in Centre, Punjab, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa as party-backed candidates bag 101 seats

Firstpost  

Jailed former prime minister Imran Khan’s party has set up special committees to strategise the formation of governments in the Central, Punjab, and Khyber Pakhtunkhwa provinces, according to a report. The Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf is devising a plan to establish its government in the Central, Punjab, and Khyber Pakhtunkhwa regions after independent candidates supported by the party secured 101 out of …

Pakistan election: PTI joins religious parties, PPP backs rival PMLN
10 months, 4 weeks ago

Pakistan election: PTI joins religious parties, PPP backs rival PMLN

Al Jazeera  

Two leading parties announce separate coalition plans to help secure a majority needed to form a government after Pakistan’s contested polls. Islamabad, Pakistan – Five days after Pakistan’s general election, two opposing parties, Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf and Pakistan Peoples Party, have both announced plans to form a government – with the PTI allying with religious parties and the PPP forming a …

Pakistan’s legacy parties in talks for coalition that would keep Imran Khan from power
10 months, 4 weeks ago

Pakistan’s legacy parties in talks for coalition that would keep Imran Khan from power

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy With Pakistan’s political future still …

Imran’s PTI plans to form new Pak govt, Nawaz’s PML-N gets an offer: 10 points
11 months ago

Imran’s PTI plans to form new Pak govt, Nawaz’s PML-N gets an offer: 10 points

Live Mint  

Uncertainty over the new Pakistan government looms large as no political party won a clear majority in Parliament in the February 8 polls. While the Election Commission of Pakistan is yet to declare official results, Pakistani media show Independent candidates, backed by former Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan's party, leading the race. PTI-backed candidates have so far won 93 seats, …

Pakistan election results: Imran Khan scores 100 sans a ‘bat’, PTI to hold protest amid Nawaz Sharif's key meet
11 months ago

Pakistan election results: Imran Khan scores 100 sans a ‘bat’, PTI to hold protest amid Nawaz Sharif's key meet

Hindustan Times  

Imran Khan's Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf on Saturday claimed that President Arif Alvi would invite the PTI to form the government as they had secured a majority in the National Assembly, local media reports claimed. Gohar Khan, the chairman of Imran Khan's PTI party who also acts as the former prime minister's lawyer, called on "all institutions" in Pakistan to respect his …

Imran Khan’s PTI calls for nationwide protest amid delay in poll results
11 months ago

Imran Khan’s PTI calls for nationwide protest amid delay in poll results

Live Mint  

Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf has called for a nationwide protest on Sunday to protect the sanctity of the vote as independent candidates are in the lead with 100 seats, ARY News reported. 2) Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf -affiliated Independent candidates, too, moved to the Lahore High Court, challenging the results of the PP-164 and NA-118, where father-son duo Shehbaz Sharif and Hamza Shehbaz secured …

Pakistan elections Highlights: Police fire tear gas at Imran Khan supporters
11 months ago

Pakistan elections Highlights: Police fire tear gas at Imran Khan supporters

Hindustan Times  

Pakistan election results: A supporter of former Prime Minister Imran Khan's party, the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf, adjusts his mask as he and others block the Peshawar-Islamabad motorway as part of their protest demanding free and fair results of the election, in Peshawar, Pakistan. Pakistan election results 2024 Highlights: Vote counting for Pakistan's 12th general elections, held on February 8, has concluded, …

Pakistan Elections Result HIGHLIGHTS: PML-N, PPP hold meeting to discuss govt formation, PTI rules out talks
11 months ago

Pakistan Elections Result HIGHLIGHTS: PML-N, PPP hold meeting to discuss govt formation, PTI rules out talks

India TV News  

Pakistan elections result LIVE: Pakistan held a parliamentary election last Thursday, with 44 parties fighting for a share of 266 seats in the National Assembly, or lower house of parliament. Both Khan and his main rival, three-time former Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif, declared victory on Friday, increasing uncertainty over who will form the next government at a time when swift …

Pakistan elections | Imran Khan’s PTI threatens agitation if complete results are not declared by midnight
11 months ago

Pakistan elections | Imran Khan’s PTI threatens agitation if complete results are not declared by midnight

The Hindu  

Declaring that it would form the Government both at the Centre and in Punjab and Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa provinces, Imran Khan’s Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaaf party on February 10 asked Pakistan’s Election Commission to announce complete results by midnight or face protests in areas where results were still awaited. Springing a surprise, independents backed by jailed former prime minister Khan's PTI party won the …

Pakistan hits back at criticism of election conduct and insists cellphone curbs were necessary
11 months ago

Pakistan hits back at criticism of election conduct and insists cellphone curbs were necessary

Associated Press  

ISLAMABAD — Pakistan on Saturday hit back at criticism over the conduct of its parliamentary elections, which were held amid sporadic militant attacks and an unprecedented stoppage of all mobile phone services. It said such statements “ignore the undeniable fact that Pakistan has held general elections, peacefully and successfully, while dealing with serious security threats resulting primarily from foreign It …

Pakistan election results 2024 Highlights: Imran Khan to decide next PM, claims PTI chief
11 months ago

Pakistan election results 2024 Highlights: Imran Khan to decide next PM, claims PTI chief

Hindustan Times  

Supporters of imprisoned Pakistan's Former Prime Minister Imran Khan's and Jamaat-e-Islami party chant slogans during a protest against the delaying result of parliamentary election in Karachi on February 10. Pakistan election results 2024 Highlights: No clear victor has emerged from the divisive elections in Pakistan as the slow vote-counting process neared completion on Saturday. According to PTI, which cited the …

Pakistan election results 2024 Highlights: Imran Khan to decide next PM, claims PTI chief
11 months ago

Pakistan election results 2024 Highlights: Imran Khan to decide next PM, claims PTI chief

Hindustan Times  

Supporters of imprisoned Pakistan's Former Prime Minister Imran Khan's and Jamaat-e-Islami party chant slogans during a protest against the delaying result of parliamentary election in Karachi on February 10. Pakistan election results 2024 Highlights: No clear victor has emerged from the divisive elections in Pakistan as the slow vote-counting process neared completion on Saturday. According to PTI, which cited the …

Pakistan army chief tells politicians to show 'maturity' after indecisive poll
11 months ago

Pakistan army chief tells politicians to show 'maturity' after indecisive poll

New Indian Express  

ISLAMABAD: Pakistan's army chief told feuding politicians Saturday to show "maturity and unity" after an election failed to produce a clear winner, leaving the military's favoured party having to cobble together a coalition to rule. The country faces days of political horse-trading after a strong performance by independent candidates loyal to jailed former prime minister Imran Khan scuppered the chances …

Murky elections, unclear verdict
11 months ago

Murky elections, unclear verdict

Hindustan Times  

Pakistan’s just concluded general election was critical as the government that emerges in the coming days will have to contend with a host of challenges, including the sharpest economic downturn in decades, deep polarisation within society, resurgent insurgencies, and the need to repair relations with key powers such as the US. Instead of being a free and fair exercise, the …

Pakistan Elections: A look at challenges awaiting new govt
11 months ago

Pakistan Elections: A look at challenges awaiting new govt

Live Mint  

Will Pakistan manage to get a new prime minister this time? As per Pakistani media reports, the provisional results released by the Election Commission of Pakistan showed that independent candidates, mostly backed by former Prime Minister Imran Khan's Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf party, were leading the poll results. Around 10:30 pm on Friday, news agency PTI cited the Election Commission of Pakistan's …

People of Pakistan to decide its future leadership: U.S.
11 months ago

People of Pakistan to decide its future leadership: U.S.

The Hindu  

The Joe Biden Administration said on February 9 it is for the people of Pakistan to decide their future leadership as the country voted in its general elections amid allegations of rigging and electoral malpractice. "Millions of Pakistanis went to the polls today to vote and I will reiterate that Pakistan's future leadership is for the Pakistani people to decide, …

Mint Explainer: What an election upset in Pakistan could mean for India
11 months ago

Mint Explainer: What an election upset in Pakistan could mean for India

Live Mint  

Pakistan’s general election has taken an unexpected twist. Early trends indicate that Imran Khan’s Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf might have stolen a march on its political rivals in the polls, even with its leader, the flamboyant former World Cup-winning cricket captain, behind bars on various corruption charges. A three-time prime minister, Sharif was widely expected to win a “managed" election with the …

Mint Explainer: What an election upset in Pakistan could mean for India
11 months ago

Mint Explainer: What an election upset in Pakistan could mean for India

Live Mint  

Pakistan’s general election has taken an unexpected twist. Early trends indicate that Imran Khan’s Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf might have stolen a march on its political rivals in the polls, even with its leader, the flamboyant former World Cup-winning cricket captain, behind bars on various corruption charges. A three-time prime minister, Sharif was widely expected to win a “managed" election with the …

Imran Khan's PTI leads Pakistan elections by currently winning over 60 seats
11 months ago

Imran Khan's PTI leads Pakistan elections by currently winning over 60 seats

New Indian Express  

ISLAMABAD: Jailed former Pakistan prime minister Imran Khan's party-backed independent candidates seemed to be gaining the upper hand after the results of the general elections started trickling in on Friday following unusual delays that led to allegations of rigging. Candidates loyal to jailed former prime minister Imran Khan have won the most seats in Pakistan's assembly race with just over …

Pakistan polls 2024: What you need to know about candidates, key issues and what this election means for the country
11 months ago

Pakistan polls 2024: What you need to know about candidates, key issues and what this election means for the country

The Independent  

Get Nadine White's Race Report newsletter for a fresh perspective on the week's news Get our free newsletter from The Independent's Race Correspondent Get our free newsletter from The Independent's Race Correspondent SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Pakistan's 127 million voters get to elect a …

Pakistan’s real test begins after election, say analysts
11 months ago

Pakistan’s real test begins after election, say analysts

Al Jazeera  

Pakistan’s struggling democracy faces serial crises — political, economic, on the security front, and above all, of legitimacy, say experts. Lahore, Pakistan – Four months after Pakistan was originally scheduled to hold national elections, the country’s 128 million voters will on Thursday get the chance to pick their next federal government amid a pre-poll crackdown on former Prime Minister Imran …

Pakistan holds polls, army’s shadow looms
11 months ago

Pakistan holds polls, army’s shadow looms

Hindustan Times  

In the throes of a serious political, economic and security crisis, Pakistan is holding its delayed federal and provincial elections today. The principal political actors remain unchanged — Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf, Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz and Pakistan Peoples Party — but the status of the first two has radically changed since the 2018 elections. Imran Khan, the blue-eyed boy of the army …

Pakistan elections 2024: How the military has bowled a bouncer to Imran Khan
11 months ago

Pakistan elections 2024: How the military has bowled a bouncer to Imran Khan

Firstpost  

The Pakistan elections are just two days away — it is scheduled for 8 February — but for all it seems the results are already in. And it doesn’t bode well for former Prime Minister Imran Khan and his party, the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf. Disassembling the PTI Besides incarcerating Imran Khan, Pakistan’s military kingmakers have also taken other steps to ensure …

What to read about Pakistan
11 months ago

What to read about Pakistan

The Economist  

A S PAKISTAN HEADS for a parliamentary election on February 8th the country has rarely been in such a mess. In January Pakistan exchanged missile fire with Iran; both sides say they were aiming at militants based in the other’s territory. Hopes that the toppling of Pakistan’s last military dictator—Pervez Musharraf—in 2008 would lead to a steady strengthening of democracy …

Pakistan: Imran Khan's party to hold fresh intra-party polls on Feb 5 amid crackdown
11 months, 1 week ago

Pakistan: Imran Khan's party to hold fresh intra-party polls on Feb 5 amid crackdown

India TV News  

Islamabad: Former Prime Minister Imran Khan's Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf is set to hold fresh intra-party elections on February 5 amid a state crackdown, the central media department of the party announced on Thursday. "The PTI Federal Election Commission is pleased to announce the Election Schedule for the Intra-party Elections of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf to elect the Chairman, Central and Provincial Organisations," the …

Pakistan political parties pace up election campaigns as polls inch closer
11 months, 1 week ago

Pakistan political parties pace up election campaigns as polls inch closer

The Hindu  

Pakistan’s leading political parties paced up their election campaigns on January 28 with Pakistan Tehreek-i-Insaf launching its manifesto while other mainstream parties held big rallies. Titled ‘Shandaar Pakistan, Shandaar Mustaqbil aur Kharab Maazi sey chutkara’, Gohar Khan promised to bring constitutional and economic reforms. Rival PPO leader and ex-president Asif Zardari addressing a rally in the Hub area of Balochistan …

Pakistan’s internal challenges, shifting dynamics
1 year, 3 months ago

Pakistan’s internal challenges, shifting dynamics

The Hindu  

Former Afghanistan President Ashraf Ghani’s persistent efforts to engage Pakistan to rectify its strategic errors in Afghan policy, faced unmet expectations. The TTP’s emboldenment fuelled this transformation through the Taliban’s victory in Afghanistan, while Pakistan grappled with an intensifying phase of radicalisation. The TTP, formerly aligned with the Afghan Taliban, is now engaged in ‘jihad’ inside Pakistan, signifying a multifaceted …

Pakistan to hold general elections in last week of January, says poll panel
1 year, 3 months ago

Pakistan to hold general elections in last week of January, says poll panel

Al Jazeera  

The elections, due to be held in November, are delayed due to the election commission’s fresh marking of constituencies. Islamabad, Pakistan – Pakistan’s poll panel has announced the much-awaited general elections will be held in the last week of January next year. In a short statement on Thursday, the Election Commission of Pakistan said the polls, due to be held …

Pakistan Elections: Will Bilawal’s PPP, Imran’s PTI Join Hands to Upset the Sharif Brothers?
1 year, 4 months ago

Pakistan Elections: Will Bilawal’s PPP, Imran’s PTI Join Hands to Upset the Sharif Brothers?

News 18  

The Pakistan People’s Party’s recent steps will create tensions among the Pakistan Democratic Movement coalition partners. The PPP said that it decided to approve the digital census results at the Council of Common Interests only because they were assured that the move will not delay the Pakistan elections. There’s no ambiguity and doubt,” PPP leader Nayyar Bukhari, who also served …

Pakistan’s political roller coaster continues
1 year, 4 months ago

Pakistan’s political roller coaster continues

The Hindu  

Now that the Pakistan Parliament has been dissolved, with former Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan still the single most popular politician in the country, sentenced to a three-year jail term on corruption charges and also barred from politics for five years, Pakistan has entered a familiar cycle of multiple uncertainties. Editorial | Stifling dissent: On Imran Khan’s arrest and Pakistan’s …

Fears of more political violence as Pakistan prepares for general elections – with or without Imran Khan
1 year, 5 months ago

Fears of more political violence as Pakistan prepares for general elections – with or without Imran Khan

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. After Khan spent the past 16 months since his …

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