Vantage | Why Imran Khan's AI double spooked Pakistan's army
1 year, 3 months ago

Vantage | Why Imran Khan's AI double spooked Pakistan's army

Firstpost  

Pakistani general elections are going to be held in February, just a few weeks away Internet curbs in Pakistan began late on Sunday. On Sunday, Imran Khan’s party held an online rally like a live-streaming event. Instead, he is said to have sent notes to his party workers, and with those notes, Imran Khan’s statement was generated by using AI. Imran Khan’s party — The Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaaf — in the 2018 elections had harnessed social media well. And despite that 4.5 million people joined the online rally — which raises the question — just how popular is Imran Khan?

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Imran Khan moves Lahore HC for post-arrest bail in eight cases linked to May 9 riot
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2 months, 2 weeks ago

Imran Khan moves Lahore HC for post-arrest bail in eight cases linked to May 9 riot

The Hindu  

Pakistan's incarcerated former prime minister Imran Khan has moved the Lahore High Court seeking post-arrest bail in eight cases related to the May 9, 2023 violence, including the attack on the residence of a senior army officer. Khan said he was implicated in the May 9 cases as a result of a "well-orchestrated plan merely to harass and humiliate him …

Imran Khan moves Lahore HC for post-arrest bail in eight cases linked to May 9 riot
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2 months, 2 weeks ago

Imran Khan moves Lahore HC for post-arrest bail in eight cases linked to May 9 riot

The Hindu  

Pakistan's incarcerated former prime minister Imran Khan has moved the Lahore High Court seeking post-arrest bail in eight cases related to the May 9, 2023 violence, including the attack on the residence of a senior army officer. Khan said he was implicated in the May 9 cases as a result of a "well-orchestrated plan merely to harass and humiliate him …

Pakistan jails 25 Imran Khan supporters over attacks on military sites
3 months, 1 week ago

Pakistan jails 25 Imran Khan supporters over attacks on military sites

Al Jazeera  

Pakistan has jailed 25 civilians over attacks on military facilities that followed the arrest of former Prime Minister Imran Khan in 2023. The military’s public relations wing confirmed the ruling on Saturday, stating that a military court had handed down sentences of between two and 10 years of “rigorous imprisonment”, with 14 facing a decade behind bars. The statement did …

Pakistan former PM Imran Khan indicted for inciting attacks on military
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Pakistan former PM Imran Khan indicted for inciting attacks on military

Firstpost  

Pakistan’s former Prime Minister Imran Khan was indicted on Thursday on charges of inciting attacks against military, a case stemming from deadly anti-government rallies led by his party last year Former Pakistani Prime Minister Imran Khan pauses as he speaks with Reuters during an interview, in Lahore, Pakistan on March 17, 2023. Reuters File Pakistan’s former Prime Minister Imran Khan …

Multiple crisis vectors destabilising Pakistan
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3 months, 4 weeks 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 …

Pakistan launches ’midnight raid’ to clear Imran Khan supporters from Islamabad after 6 killed in ’do-or-die’ protests
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4 months ago

Pakistan launches ’midnight raid’ to clear Imran Khan supporters from Islamabad after 6 killed in ’do-or-die’ protests

Live Mint  

Pakistani security forces launched a midnight operation on Tuesday to disperse thousands of supporters of imprisoned former Prime Minister Imran Khan, who had gathered in Islamabad to demand his release. The Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaaf party's protests, demanding the release of its leader Imran Khan, took a violent turn on Tuesday, resulting in the deaths of four security personnel and two PTI …

Pakistani security forces push Imran Khan supporters out of capital in overnight raid
4 months ago

Pakistani security forces push Imran Khan supporters out of capital in overnight raid

NPR  

Pakistani security forces push Imran Khan supporters out of capital in overnight raid toggle caption Anjum Naveed/AP MUMBAI, India – Paramilitary forces dispersed protesters in the Pakistani capital on Wednesday, clearing out an encampment of thousands of people who were demanding the release of the imprisoned former prime minister Imran Khan. The protests were the latest clash between Khan and …

Imran Khan's supporters end protest in Pak as midnight clash kills 6 cops
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4 months ago

Imran Khan's supporters end protest in Pak as midnight clash kills 6 cops

India Today  

Supporters of jailed former Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan, demanding the release of the cricketer-turned-politician from jail, were forced to end their protest in Islamabad after security personnel launched a midnight crackdown on their demonstration. Khan's Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf party said that security forces fired live rounds on protesters with an intent of killing as many people in the protest, which …

Islamabad violence: 6 killed in clashes amid protests for Imran Khan's release
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4 months ago

Islamabad violence: 6 killed in clashes amid protests for Imran Khan's release

Hindustan Times  

At least six people, including four paramilitary soldiers, were killed in violent clashes in Pakistan's Islamabad between supporters of former prime minister Imran Khan and security forces, Reuters reported. A spokesperson for Imran Khan's Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaaf, Zulfikar Bukhari, said that two protesters were also killed in the clashes while 30 others were injured. In Photos | Islamabad under siege as …

A violent showdown in Pakistan’s capital pits the government against Imran Khan supporters
4 months ago

A violent showdown in Pakistan’s capital pits the government against Imran Khan supporters

Associated Press  

ISLAMABAD — Thousands of people are in the heart of Pakistan’s capital to demand the release of imprisoned former premier Imran Khan. It’s the second time in as many months that the government has shut down Islamabad and mobilized massive resources to contain Khan’s supporters. Here is what’s behind the turmoil: Khan’s star power is undimmed even from prison Cricket …

7 killed in Pakistan in pro-Imran Khan protests, Army given shoot-at-sight order in Islamabad
4 months ago

7 killed in Pakistan in pro-Imran Khan protests, Army given shoot-at-sight order in Islamabad

Firstpost  

The army in Pakistan has been ordered to ‘shoot at sight’ after clashes with former PM Imran Khan’s party supporters killed four soldiers and a protester on Monday Supporters of jailed former PM Imran Khan’s Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf party, throw stone as police fire tear gas shell to disperse them during clashes, in Islamabad, Pakistan, Tuesday, November 26, 2024. The violence …

Pakistan: Imran Khan supporters breach lockdown, at least six people killed in violence
4 months ago

Pakistan: Imran Khan supporters breach lockdown, at least six people killed in violence

Associated Press  

ISLAMABAD — Pakistani security forces launched an operation Tuesday night to disperse supporters of imprisoned former Prime Minister Imran Khan who had gathered in the capital to demand his release from prison. The latest development came hours after thousands of Khan supporters, defying government warnings, broke through a barrier of shipping containers blocking off Islamabad and entered a high-security zone, …

Pakistani government deploys army to ward off Imran Khan protesters as deadly unrest grips Islamabad
4 months ago

Pakistani government deploys army to ward off Imran Khan protesters as deadly unrest grips Islamabad

ABC  

Several security personnel have died and dozens of civilians injured in the latest escalation of protests surrounding Pakistan's capital of Islamabad. Thousands of protesters seeking the release of jailed former prime minister Imran Khan have closed in on the city as of Tuesday afternoon, local time, after days of marching south from the province of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa — Mr Khan's …

Imran Khan supporter protests: Why Pakistan’s capital is on lockdown, with internet shutdowns and thousands marching
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4 months ago

Imran Khan supporter protests: Why Pakistan’s capital is on lockdown, with internet shutdowns and thousands marching

CNN  

CNN — Thousands of supporters of Pakistan’s jailed former Prime Minister Imran Khan broke through barricades around the capital Tuesday and marched into Islamabad, clashing with security forces and demanding his release. Policemen fire tear gas shells to disperse supporters of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf party during a protest to demand the release of former prime minister Imran Khan, in Islamabad on …

5 killed in Pak as Imran Khan's supporters march to Islamabad, clash with police
4 months ago

5 killed in Pak as Imran Khan's supporters march to Islamabad, clash with police

India Today  

Five security personnel were killed, and dozens, including police officers, were injured in Pakistan as supporters of jailed former Prime Minister Imran Khan marched toward the capital on Monday and continued their protest on Tuesday. The protest march spearheaded by Khan's wife Bushra Bibi, which began on Sunday and reached Islamabad by Monday evening, witnessed clashes with police and security …

Imran Khan supporters in showdown with Pakistan forces: What we know
4 months ago

Imran Khan supporters in showdown with Pakistan forces: What we know

Al Jazeera  

Violent clashes continue in Islamabad as security forces use tear gas, rubber bullets to disperse advancing protesters. PTI’s Omar Ayub Khan, the leader of the opposition in the National Assembly, said the amendments are “suffocating a free judiciary”. Return ‘stolen mandate’: After the February 8 general election, marred by allegations of vote rigging and delayed results, a six-party alliance, including …

Protest In Support Of Imran Khan Turns Violent In Pakistan, 1 Policeman Killed, Dozen Civilian Injured
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4 months ago

Protest In Support Of Imran Khan Turns Violent In Pakistan, 1 Policeman Killed, Dozen Civilian Injured

ABP News  

Islamabad/Lahore, Nov 25 : At least one policeman was killed and dozens injured in clashes on Monday as thousands of the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf protestors entered the territorial jurisdiction of the national capital on the call of the party founder Imran Khan. The 72-year-old former premier, who has been in jail since August last year, issued a "final call" on November …

How does Imran Khan continue to drive Pakistan's political agenda from jail?
4 months ago

How does Imran Khan continue to drive Pakistan's political agenda from jail?

Firstpost  

Thousands of supporters of Imran Khan are marching to Pakistan’s capital of Islamabad to demand his release from jail. A key Khan aid, Ali Amin Gandapur, who is the chief minister of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province and is expected to lead the largest convoy into Islamabad, called on people to gather near the entrance of the city’s red zone, known as …

Why Imran Khan is the most powerful man in Pakistan
4 months ago

Why Imran Khan is the most powerful man in Pakistan

India Today  

November 24 saw the beginning of a political showdown between Imran Khan and Pakistan’s government. Thousands of Khan’s supporters marched on Islamabad to put pressure on the country’s weakening administration, led by Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif. The protesters aimed to achieve three primary objectives: the release of Imran Khan and other detained leaders, a reversal of the alleged election fraud, …

Over 4,000 Imran Khan supporters arrested ahead of Islamabad protest
4 months ago

Over 4,000 Imran Khan supporters arrested ahead of Islamabad protest

Firstpost  

Clashes erupted Sunday between police and PTI supporters along the Punjab-Khyber Pakhtunkhwa border, with reports of tit-for-tat tear gas exchanges Police officers detain a supporter of imprisoned former premier Imran Khan's Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf party, which supporters gather for a rally demanding Khan's release, in Lahore, Pakistan. AP Pakistani police have arrested more than 4,000 supporters of jailed former Prime Minister …

Pakistani police arrest thousands of Imran Khan supporters as capital under lockdown ahead of rally
4 months, 1 week ago

Pakistani police arrest thousands of Imran Khan supporters as capital under lockdown ahead of rally

Associated Press  

ISLAMABAD — Pakistani police arrested thousands of Imran Khan supporters as the capital remained under lockdown ahead of a rally there to demand the ex-premier’s release from prison, a security officer said Sunday. Earlier on Sunday, Pakistan suspended mobile and internet services “in areas with security concerns.” The government and Interior Ministry posted the announcement on the social media platform …

Imran Khan arrested in protest case hours after bail in alleged corruption case
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4 months, 1 week ago

Imran Khan arrested in protest case hours after bail in alleged corruption case

Deccan Chronicle  

Islamabad: The chances for the release of jailed former prime minister Imran Khan vanished after he was arrested in a protest case hours after getting bail in a case of alleged corruption, a media report said on Thursday. The Islamabad High Court on Wednesday granted him bail in the second Toshakhana case related to the purchase of an expensive Bulgari …

Pakistan: Ex-PM Imran Khan arrested again hours after court grants bail in corruption case | Full story
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4 months, 1 week ago

Pakistan: Ex-PM Imran Khan arrested again hours after court grants bail in corruption case | Full story

India TV News  

Islamabad: The chances for the release of jailed former prime minister Imran Khan vanished after he was arrested in a protest case hours after getting bail in a case of alleged corruption, a media report said on Thursday. The Islamabad High Court on Wednesday granted him bail in the second Toshakhana case related to the purchase of an expensive Bulgari …

Pakistan bans large gatherings in the capital ahead of a rally by Imran Khan's party
4 months, 1 week ago

Pakistan bans large gatherings in the capital ahead of a rally by Imran Khan's party

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 Pakistani authorities banned gatherings of …

Imran Khan calls for nationwide protests and march to Islamabad on November 24
4 months, 2 weeks ago

Imran Khan calls for nationwide protests and march to Islamabad on November 24

China Daily  

Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf founding chairman Imran Khan has called for a march on Islamabad on 24 November. According to Faisal Chaudhry, Imran Khan announced that Islamabad will be the focal point of the 24 November protest, with demonstrations to be held across Pakistan and worldwide. Faisal Chaudhry said Khan has called this the "final protest call," with key demands, including the …

Pakistan: Imran Khan gets bail in four cases related to May 9 violence
4 months, 3 weeks ago

Pakistan: Imran Khan gets bail in four cases related to May 9 violence

Deccan Chronicle  

Lahore: An anti-terrorism court in Pakistan has granted post-arrest bail to jailed former prime minister Imran Khan in four arson cases in Lahore and adjourned hearings in another eight ones till November 30.The Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf supreme leader was booked in 12 cases in Lahore in connection with May 2023 violence, including for allegedly attacking the government and military buildings following …

Top politicians from Imran Khan’s party arrested after clashes in Pakistan
6 months, 2 weeks ago

Top politicians from Imran Khan’s party arrested after clashes in Pakistan

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 Top politicians from Imran Khan’s …

Pakistan police arrest lawmakers, leaders from former PM Imran Khan’s party
6 months, 3 weeks ago

Pakistan police arrest lawmakers, leaders from former PM Imran Khan’s party

Al Jazeera  

The raids in Islamabad come after major protests in the capital calling for Khan’s release from jail. Police in Pakistan have arrested several lawmakers and leaders from former Prime Minister Imran Khan’s party in a series of raids in Islamabad, according to party officials and authorities. Media footage showed police pushing the lawmakers into vehicles in detentions outside parliament that …

Pakistan: Chaos erupts as Imran Khan’s supporters clash with police during Islamabad rally
6 months, 3 weeks ago

Pakistan: Chaos erupts as Imran Khan’s supporters clash with police during Islamabad rally

India TV News  

Tensions flared in Islamabad on Sunday as supporters of imprisoned former Prime Minister Imran Khan clashed with police during a Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf rally demanding his immediate release. The situation quickly escalated as PTI supporters began throwing stones at law enforcement officers, injuring several, including Senior Superintendent of Police Shoaib Khan. PTI leaders slammed administration Several PTI leaders addressed the crowd, …

Pakistan: Imran Khan hints willingness to talk with army, says never made accused, only criticised
8 months ago

Pakistan: Imran Khan hints willingness to talk with army, says never made accused, only criticised

India TV News  

Islamabad: Pakistan's beleaguered former prime minister Imran Khan on Tuesday signalled willingness to hold talks with the powerful army after finding himself at a blind alley due to scores of cases slapped on him, his wife and senior party leaders. This comes as Khan;'s wife Bushra Bibi was on Tuesday named as a suspect in 11 cases, including the attack …

Ex-Pak PM Imran Khan's party announces countrywide protest for release of all arrested leaders
8 months ago

Ex-Pak PM Imran Khan's party announces countrywide protest for release of all arrested leaders

Hindustan Times  

Islamabad, Pakistan authorities on Friday braced for a possible showdown with supporters of jailed former prime minister Imran Khan's Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf after the party announced a countrywide protest for the release of all arrested party leaders. Ex-Pak PM Imran Khan's party announces countrywide protest for release of all arrested leaders Apart from the PTI, the rightwing Jamaat-e-Islami also announced a …

Pakistan: Former PM Imran Khan to undergo polygraph test linked to May 9 violence
8 months, 1 week ago

Pakistan: Former PM Imran Khan to undergo polygraph test linked to May 9 violence

India TV News  

Lahore: A 12-member forensic team arrived at Adiala Jail on Tuesday to conduct a polygraph test on Pakistan's former prime minister Imran Khan in connection with last year's unprecedented violence in the country, according to a media report. The May 9 riots in 2023 were triggered across the country after 71-year-old Khan was arrested by the National Accountability Bureau in …

Imran Khan appears before Pakistan’s top court via video link; hearing ends without him speaking
10 months, 2 weeks ago

Imran Khan appears before Pakistan’s top court via video link; hearing ends without him speaking

The Hindu  

Incarcerated former Pakistan prime minister Imran Khan on May 16 appeared before the Supreme Court via a video link in a case about changes in the anti-corruption laws but did not get to speak as a petitioner in the matter. Khan appearing via the video link was possible after Chief Justice Qazi Faez Isa on Tuesday while hearing an appeal …

Imran Khan seen for first time in nine months as he appears in court via video link
10 months, 2 weeks ago

Imran Khan seen for first time in nine months as he appears in court via video link

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 Pakistan’s former prime minister Imran …

Pakistan: First glimpse of Imran Khan since his arrest, probe launched over who leaked his photo from court
10 months, 2 weeks ago

Pakistan: First glimpse of Imran Khan since his arrest, probe launched over who leaked his photo from court

India TV News  

Pakistan's former Prime Minister Imran Khan appeared in the Supreme Court on Thursday by video from prison, in connection with a case he has filed against amendments to Pakistan's anti-graft laws. His video appearance was expected to be streamed live on the court's website and YouTube, making it the first publicly seen visuals of the jailed leader since his arrest …

Jailed ex-PM Imran Khan appears before Pakistan top court by videolink
10 months, 2 weeks ago

Jailed ex-PM Imran Khan appears before Pakistan top court by videolink

Al Jazeera  

The court appearance of the 71-year-old leader was not livestreamed on the court’s website or aired on news channels. Islamabad, Pakistan – Pakistan’s jailed former Prime Minister Imran Khan has made a virtual appearance before the Supreme Court through a videolink from prison in connection with a case regarding amendments to the country’s anticorruption law. Thursday’s hearing was the first …

Supporters of Imran Khan's party clash with police over Pakistan election rigging allegations
1 year, 1 month ago

Supporters of Imran Khan's party clash with police over Pakistan election rigging allegations

New Indian Express  

LAHORE: Supporters of Pakistan's jailed former prime minister Imran Khan's party have clashed with police in various cities across the country as they staged protests against alleged rigging in the general elections held on February 8. In Lahore, supporters of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf gathered outside the Lahore Press Club and the party's Jail Road office on Saturday to register their protest, …

Attacks on Pakistan military installations | Jailed former PM Imran Khan gets bail
1 year, 1 month ago

Attacks on Pakistan military installations | Jailed former PM Imran Khan gets bail

The Hindu  

An anti-terrorism court on February 10 granted bail to jailed former Pakistan premier Imran Khan in 12 cases linked to the May 9 attacks on military installations. “ATC Judge Malik Ejaz Asif granted bail to Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf party founder Imran Khan after fulfilling a surety bond of Rs. Former Foreign Minister Shah Mahmood Qureshi was also granted bail in 13 …

Imran Khan calls Nawaz Sharif ’leader of low intelligence’ in AI-generated video
1 year, 1 month ago

Imran Khan calls Nawaz Sharif ’leader of low intelligence’ in AI-generated video

Live Mint  

Hours after former prime minister Nawaz Sharif claimed to have won the Pakistan general elections 2024, his political rival Imran Khan on Saturday posted a pre-recorded audio-visual message created using artificial intelligence in which he also claimed victory. “Chairman Imran Khan's victory speech after an unprecedented fightback from the nation that resulted in PTI’s landslide victory in General Elections 2024,” …

OPINION: SUSPENSE IN PAKISTAN, BUT ARMY WILL BE THE ULTIMATE ARBITER
1 year, 1 month ago

OPINION: SUSPENSE IN PAKISTAN, BUT ARMY WILL BE THE ULTIMATE ARBITER

India TV News  

Pakistan is facing a tense situation with conflicting claims being made by Imran Khan and Nawaz Sharif camps. On the other hand, Nawaz Sharif’s daughter Maryam Nawaz, chief organiser of the party, claimed that her father would deliver a “victory speech”. PTI leader Lateef Khosa claimed that his party would form the government without entering into any coalition, and “Nawaz …

Imran Khan: Run out?
1 year, 1 month ago

Imran Khan: Run out?

Al Jazeera  

With exclusive access, we look at the events that led to Imran Khan and his party being sidelined in Pakistan’s elections. It’s more like a tsunami that will sweep the country.” This is what Imran Khan told People & Power when we started filming with him in 2010. Amid allegations of corruption and other wrongdoing, Khan spoke with People & …

Vantage | Why Pak polls aren't about democracy in action but one in free fall
1 year, 1 month ago

Vantage | Why Pak polls aren't about democracy in action but one in free fall

Firstpost  

In Pakistan, the countdown is on, as election campaigning ended Tuesday. We know that every election is a battle of faces, and in Pakistan, you have three: Imran Khan of the PTI, Nawaz Sharif of the Muslim League, and Bilawal Bhutto-Zardari of the PPP. He says he won’t be foreign minister if Nawaz Sharif wins the elections, not unless Sharif …

Pakistan elections 2024: How an imprisoned Imran Khan is using AI to campaign
1 year, 3 months ago

Pakistan elections 2024: How an imprisoned Imran Khan is using AI to campaign

Firstpost  

A voice clone of ex-prime minister Imran Khan giving an impassioned speech on his behalf was released by his party. The AI generated speech The Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf party used artificial intelligence to create a four-minute message from the 71-year-old, headlining a “virtual rally” hosted on social media overnight Sunday into Monday despite internet disruptions that NetBlocks said were consistent with …

Pakistan’s Imran Khan delivers AI-generated speech to campaign from prison
1 year, 3 months ago

Pakistan’s Imran Khan delivers AI-generated speech to campaign from prison

Al Jazeera  

In the first event of its kind in the country, the jailed ex-PM’s party uses audio clip made by artificial intelligence during a virtual rally. Islamabad, Pakistan – Jailed former Pakistani Prime Minister Imran Khan has delivered a speech using an audio clip generated through artificial intelligence to address a virtual rally – the first event of its kind in …

Pakistan jailed leader Imran Khan uses deepfake AI voice to address virtual election rally I WATCH
1 year, 3 months ago

Pakistan jailed leader Imran Khan uses deepfake AI voice to address virtual election rally I WATCH

India TV News  

Pakistan's jailed former prime minister, Imran Khan, used an audio clip generated by artificial intelligence to address supporters in the first event of its kind in the politics of the South Asian nation, though marred by internet disruptions. "Our party is not allowed to hold public rallies," Khan said in the speech, urging supporters to turn out in large numbers …

Probe finds ex-Pak PM Imran Khan and top party leadership involved in orchestrating May 9 violence
1 year, 6 months ago

Probe finds ex-Pak PM Imran Khan and top party leadership involved in orchestrating May 9 violence

The Hindu  

Pakistan's jailed former Prime Minister Imran Khan and several top leaders of his party were directly involved in orchestrating the unprecedented anti-government violence on May 9, a joint investigation team has informed an anti-terrorism court in Lahore. A Joint Investigation Team was constituted to probe the violence in Punjab province following the arrest of Mr. Khan, the chairman of the …

Setback for Imran Khan before elections as probe finds him guilty of pushing Pakistan towards civil war
1 year, 6 months ago

Setback for Imran Khan before elections as probe finds him guilty of pushing Pakistan towards civil war

India TV News  

Ahead of the general elections in Pakistan, trouble mounts for jailed former Prime Minister Imran Khan as a probe committee found him and several other party leaders "guilty" of inciting May 9 violence. Probe finds May 9 violence was "pre-planned” According to Lahore police, Khan, 70, and over 900 other party leaders and activists named in the May 9 cases …

Imran Khan's public downfall and ongoing legal woes offer a glimpse into Pakistan's troubled democracy
1 year, 6 months ago

Imran Khan's public downfall and ongoing legal woes offer a glimpse into Pakistan's troubled democracy

ABC  

The family of former Pakistan prime minister Imran Khan have told the ABC they fear for his life in jail, as he faces dozens of criminal charges likely to end his political career. In an exclusive interview, Mr Khan's sister Aleema Khan said her brother was passing the time in prison by reading the Koran every day and would continue …

Former Pakistan prime minister Imran Khan's prison sentence suspended, says lawyer
1 year, 7 months ago

Former Pakistan prime minister Imran Khan's prison sentence suspended, says lawyer

ABC  

Former Pakistan prime minister Imran Khan's recent corruption charge conviction has been suspended by the Islamabad High Court, according to his lawyer. Key points: Imran Khan was sentenced to three years prison on August 5 Khan's lawyers say he was convicted without being given the right to defend himself It's unclear when he will be released Khan was imprisoned on …

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