Imran Khan calls himself ’very dangerous’ amid terrorism charges. Read here
2 years, 4 months ago

Imran Khan calls himself ’very dangerous’ amid terrorism charges. Read here

Live Mint  

Former Pakistani Prime Minister Imran Khan, who is currently facing terrorism charges, went bombastic on the ruling government with his words and threatened the ruling coalition saying, "I am very dangerous." Notably, this threat by the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf Chairman Imran Khan came when he was speaking to the media at the anti-terrorism court in Islamabad where he was present in regards to the extenstion of his pre-arrest bail which the court granted till September 1, according to news agency ANI report. The PTI head had moved his bail petition through his lawyer Dr Babar Awan and Ali Bukhari, Advocate and when the reporters emphasized Imran Khan made a statement about the situation, Imran only uttered one sentence, "I am very dangerous." Meanwhile, the police on Thursday registered a terrorism case against Interior Minister Rana Sanaullah after he threatened the government officials to kill their children and said that Pakistan's court and its judiciary will not help them.

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Pakistan jails 25 Imran Khan supporters over attacks on military sites
3 weeks, 5 days 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 …

Imran Khan is now accused of 188 cases; ex-Pak PM calls govt 'authoritarian'
1 month, 1 week ago

Imran Khan is now accused of 188 cases; ex-Pak PM calls govt 'authoritarian'

Firstpost  

The former prime minister is booked in 99 cases in Punjab, 76 in Islamabad and two in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Former prime minister Imran Khan accused the government of ’authoritarianism’ as the number of cases and inquiries against him reached 188. As per a post on his official X account, the former prime minister also accused the government of “undermining democratic …

Pakistan former PM Imran Khan indicted for inciting attacks on military
1 month, 1 week 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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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 …

Pakistani police issues charges against Imran Khan and his wife for inciting violence
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Pakistani police issues charges against Imran Khan and his wife for inciting violence

Associated Press  

ISLAMABAD — Pakistani police have levelled multiple charges against imprisoned former premier Imran Khan, his wife and others for inciting people to violence, officials said Thursday, following days of protests and clashes in which at least six people were killed and scores more were injured. Khan’s wife Bushra Bibi led thousands of people from the country’s northwest to march on …

Islamabad violence: 6 killed in clashes amid protests for Imran Khan's release
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1 month, 2 weeks 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
1 month, 3 weeks 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 …

Pakistani government deploys army to ward off Imran Khan protesters as deadly unrest grips Islamabad
1 month, 3 weeks 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
Top News
1 month, 3 weeks 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 …

How does Imran Khan continue to drive Pakistan's political agenda from jail?
1 month, 3 weeks 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 …

One killed, dozens injured as supporters of Imran Khan protest in Pakistan
1 month, 3 weeks ago

One killed, dozens injured as supporters of Imran Khan protest in Pakistan

Al Jazeera  

Supporters of the former prime minister are marching to the capital, Islamabad, demanding his release from jail. At least one police officer has been killed and dozens of people injured in Pakistan as supporters of jailed former Prime Minister Imran Khan have clashed with security forces outside the capital, Islamabad, officials and Khan’s Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf party say. On Monday, one …

Why Imran Khan is the most powerful man in Pakistan
1 month, 3 weeks 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, …

Thousands of Imran Khan supporters defy tear gas, lockdown and arrest to head to Pakistani capital
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Thousands of Imran Khan supporters defy tear gas, lockdown and arrest to head to Pakistani capital

ABC  

Thousands of supporters of Pakistan's imprisoned former prime minister Imran Khan have defied a lockdown and widespread arrests to head to the capital to demand his release. "We are determined and we will reach Islamabad, though police are using tear gas to stop our march," Kamran Bangash, a PTI senior leader, told The Associated Press. Mr Sharif's spokesman, Attaullah Tarar, …

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

Imran Khan charged with attempted murder after police officer killed during protests in Pakistan
3 months, 1 week ago

Imran Khan charged with attempted murder after police officer killed during protests in Pakistan

ABC  

Pakistani police have charged former prime minister Imran Khan with attempted murder over the death of a police officer following violent protests in the country last weekend. According to police official Murtaza Qamar, the police officer was critically injured in clashes between Mr Khan's supporters and police in Islamabad and died in hospital. Since his ouster in a no-confidence vote …

Imran Khan's crimes enough to keep him jailed: Pakistan Defence Minister
3 months, 4 weeks ago

Imran Khan's crimes enough to keep him jailed: Pakistan Defence Minister

The Hindu  

Imran Khan's crimes alone are enough to keep him behind bars, Pakistan's Defence Minister Khawaja Asif has said, as he dismissed the former prime minister's accusation that the government was pushing to amend the constitution to keep him in prison. Responding to the allegation, Mr. Asif on Tuesday said, "Given PTI founder's long list of crimes, constitutional amendments won't be …

Pakistan: Chaos erupts as Imran Khan’s supporters clash with police during Islamabad rally
4 months, 1 week 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 ex-PM Imran Khan says he is ready to hold talks with the military
5 months, 2 weeks ago

Pakistan ex-PM Imran Khan says he is ready to hold talks with the military

The Hindu  

Pakistan's jailed former prime minister Imran Khan has said his party is ready to hold "conditional negotiations" with the country's powerful military and has appointed a representative for the talks. "We will hold conditional negotiations if the military leadership appoints its representative," according to a post from Khan's official X handle on Wednesday, which cited a message from him from …

Pakistan: Imran Khan hints willingness to talk with army, says never made accused, only criticised
5 months, 2 weeks 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 …

Imran Khan’s aide threatened with parents’ kidnapping in Pakistan over UK event
5 months, 3 weeks ago

Imran Khan’s aide threatened with parents’ kidnapping in Pakistan over UK event

The Independent  

Get the free Morning Headlines email for news from our reporters across the world Sign up to our free Morning Headlines email Sign up to our free Morning Headlines email SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Azhar Mashwani, a senior aide to former prime minister Imran Khan, was set to …

Pakistan PM extends olive branch to imprisoned Imran Khan, says 'let's sit and talk' amid sharp rivalries
6 months, 3 weeks ago

Pakistan PM extends olive branch to imprisoned Imran Khan, says 'let's sit and talk' amid sharp rivalries

India TV News  

Islamabad: In a surprising move, Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif appeared to extend an olive branch to his predecessor and fierce rival, the incarcerated former PM Imran Khan, by offering to hold talks with him if was facing any "troubles" in jail. Interestingly, Shehbaz also referred to the 2018 elections, which were won by Imran Khan's PTI, as "rigged", echoing …

Pakistan Minister says ‘angry’ Imran Khan should remain jailed till 2029 to ensure…
7 months ago

Pakistan Minister says ‘angry’ Imran Khan should remain jailed till 2029 to ensure…

Live Mint  

Pakistani minister Ahsan Iqbal claimed on Saturday that many would prefer the incarceration of former PM Imran Khan till 2029 to ensure ‘economic stability’. The Federal Planning and Development Minister also insisted that the PTI would have to ‘show seriousness’ if Imran Khan wanted to hold dialogue with the government. “People come to us and tell us if Pakistan has …

Pak court acquits Imran Khan in two vandalism cases during protest march in 2022
7 months, 1 week ago

Pak court acquits Imran Khan in two vandalism cases during protest march in 2022

Hindustan Times  

A Pakistani court on Monday acquitted jailed former prime minister Imran Khan and other top leaders of his party in two cases related to vandalism during an anti-government protest march in 2022. Former Pakistani Prime Minister Imran Khan The 71-year-old Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf party founder has been in jail since August last year after being convicted in some of the nearly …

Pakistan's Punjab government approves registration of more cases against Imran Khan
7 months, 3 weeks ago

Pakistan's Punjab government approves registration of more cases against Imran Khan

ABP News  

Lahore, May 24 : The cabinet of Pakistan's Punjab government on Friday gave approval to registration of more cases against incarcerated former prime minister Imran Khan and his party men for inciting hate against the state institutions especially the Pakistan Army. "The Punjab Cabinet of Maryam Nawaz has approved legal action against Pakistan Tehreek-i-Insaf founder leader Imran Khan and his …

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

Imran Khan calls Nawaz Sharif ’leader of low intelligence’ in AI-generated video
11 months 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,” …

Imran Khan’s demise has been swift and brutal – but it would be a mistake to write him off
11 months, 1 week ago

Imran Khan’s demise has been swift and brutal – but it would be a mistake to write him off

The Independent  

Few falls from power have been so swift and brutal. “There is one law for Imran Khan,” says Zulfi Bukhari, Khan’s closest aide, “and another law for everyone else. What Khan lacked in votes, the military was happy to make up for with intimidation, censorship, defections and a burst of late-night numerical tinkering By this time, the generals had also …

Imran Khan: Run out?
11 months, 1 week 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 & …

Imran Khan’s conviction a week before election is a mirror image of the past: diplomats
11 months, 2 weeks ago

Imran Khan’s conviction a week before election is a mirror image of the past: diplomats

The Hindu  

Former Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan’s latest conviction in the ‘Cipher Case’ on Tuesday, which comes just 10 days before general elections, is a dramatic development, but one in step with past elections that have been “managed”, said diplomats who have served there, who indicated that this year’s election winners would also be “selected, rather than elected” by the military …

Pakistani court sentences former Prime Minister Imran Khan to 10 years for revealing state secrets
11 months, 2 weeks ago

Pakistani court sentences former Prime Minister Imran Khan to 10 years for revealing state secrets

The Hindu  

A Pakistani court on January 30 sentenced former Prime Minister Imran Khan and one of his party deputies to 10 years in prison each, after finding them guilty of revealing official secrets. Editorial | Stifling dissent: On Imran Khan’s arrest and Pakistan’s democracy According to Zulfiqar Bukhari, spokesman for Khan’s Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf party, the court announced the verdict at a …

Pakistan: Major blow to Imran Khan as EC rejects 90 per cent of PTI leaders candidacy for 2024 polls
1 year ago

Pakistan: Major blow to Imran Khan as EC rejects 90 per cent of PTI leaders candidacy for 2024 polls

India TV News  

Pakistan elections: In a major blow to former Prime Minister Imran Khan, the Pakistan Election Commission on Saturday rejected his candidature for the upcoming country’s parliamentary election. Election officials disallowed Khan’s candidacy because of his conviction and what they said was his disqualification under the constitution, according to documents. Imran's lawyers term ECP's move an injustice The 71-year-old former cricketer …

Vantage | How Shah Mehmood Qureshi is caught in the legal crossfire of Pakistani politics
1 year ago

Vantage | How Shah Mehmood Qureshi is caught in the legal crossfire of Pakistani politics

Firstpost  

In the ever-evolving landscape of Pakistani politics, the recent events surrounding Shah Mehmood Qureshi, former foreign minister and a key figure in Imran Khan’s party, have taken centre stage. Shah Mehmood Qureshi, a close associate of former prime minister Imran Khan, finds himself entangled in a web of legal troubles. Legal gambit Khan’s legal team approached Pakistan’s Supreme Court with …

Pakistan ex-PM Imran Khan files nomination for 2024 national elections
1 year ago

Pakistan ex-PM Imran Khan files nomination for 2024 national elections

Hindustan Times  

Former Pakistan prime minister Imran Khan filed nomination papers for the 2024 national elections, local media Geo News reported. Security officers escort Pakistan's former prime minister Imran Khan, as he appeared in Islamabad High Court. In a written court order, the court said that they could not find "sufficient incriminating material" to show that Imran Khan leaked state secrets intending …

Pakistan elections 2024: How an imprisoned Imran Khan is using AI to campaign
1 year 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 jailed leader Imran Khan uses deepfake AI voice to address virtual election rally I WATCH
1 year 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 …

Pakistan: Imran Khan, ex-foreign minister Qureshi to be indicted in cipher case again on December 12
1 year, 1 month ago

Pakistan: Imran Khan, ex-foreign minister Qureshi to be indicted in cipher case again on December 12

India TV News  

A special court in Pakistan on Monday ruled that jailed former prime minister Imran Khan and his close aide ex-foreign minister Shah Mahmood Qureshi would be indicted again on December 12 in the cipher case for allegedly leaking state secrets and violating the laws of the country. Meanwhile, Khan’s lawyer Babar Awan told the media that the former premier asked …

Pakistan court rules the prison trial of former Prime Minister Imran Khan is illegal
1 year, 1 month ago

Pakistan court rules the prison trial of former Prime Minister Imran Khan is illegal

The Hindu  

A Pakistani court ruled Tuesday that the ongoing prison trial of former Prime Minister Imran Khan on charges of revealing state secrets is illegal, his lawyer said. The ruling by the Islamabad High Court came on a petition filed by Khan, lawyer Naeem Haider Panjutha said. The court’s decision came about a month after Khan was indicated for allegedly revealing …

Pakistan court rules the prison trial of former Prime Minister Imran Khan is illegal
1 year, 1 month ago

Pakistan court rules the prison trial of former Prime Minister Imran Khan is illegal

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 A Pakistani court ruled Tuesday …

Pakistan court declares jail trial of ex-PM Imran Khan illegal, his lawyer says
1 year, 1 month ago

Pakistan court declares jail trial of ex-PM Imran Khan illegal, his lawyer says

Hindustan Times  

A Pakistani court declared illegal the jail trial of former prime minister Imran Khan on charges of leaking state secrets, his lawyer said. A special court has been conducting the trial on a jail premises citing security concerns since Imran Khan was indicted on the charges last month. Pakistan's former prime minister Imran Khan "Islamabad High Court has declared illegal …

Pakistan: Imran Khan claims 'another attempt on his life' possible in prison through slow poisoning
1 year, 2 months ago

Pakistan: Imran Khan claims 'another attempt on his life' possible in prison through slow poisoning

India TV News  

After his indictment in the cipher case and rejection of his bail pleas, former Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan on Friday claimed that there would be "another attempt" on his life in prison, probably through "slow poisoning" as he refuses to leave the country. This attempt may also be in the form of slow poisoning," said the 71-year-old Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf …

Pakistan indicts former PM Imran Khan for leaking state secrets
1 year, 2 months ago

Pakistan indicts former PM Imran Khan for leaking state secrets

Al Jazeera  

The former leader, removed in a no-confidence vote in April 2022, faces a potential jail sentence of 14 years. A Pakistani court has indicted Imran Khan for leaking state secrets, according to reports. A spokesperson for Khan’s Pakistan Tehreek-e Insaf party said the men were charged under the colonial-era Official Secrets Act in a closed-door trial, adding the ruling would …

Pakistan: Special court orders authorities to summon Imran Khan, Shah Mahmood Qureshi on Oct 4 in cipher case
1 year, 3 months ago

Pakistan: Special court orders authorities to summon Imran Khan, Shah Mahmood Qureshi on Oct 4 in cipher case

India TV News  

A special court established under the Official Secrets Act has directed jail authorities to summon imprisoned former Prime Minister Imran Khan and his deputy Shah Mahmood Qureshi on October 4 in connection with the cipher case. According to Khan's then-principal secretary Azam Khan, the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf chief was allegedly “euphoric” after seeing the cipher and decided to use it to …

Pakistan: Former PM Imran Khan 'mentally tortured' in Rawalpindi's Adiala jail, claims lawyer
1 year, 3 months ago

Pakistan: Former PM Imran Khan 'mentally tortured' in Rawalpindi's Adiala jail, claims lawyer

India TV News  

Imprisoned Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf chairman and former Prime Minister Imran Khan is being "mentally tortured" in the Adiala jail in Rawalpindi, alleged his lawyer Naeem Hairder Panjotha on Saturday. FIA's chargesheet in cipher case The FIA on Saturday declared the ex-Prime Minister Imran Khan and his aide, ex-Foreign Minister Qureshi, guilty in the cipher case pertaining to alleged disclosure of state …

Former Pakistan PM Imran Khan, Shah Mahmood Qureshi guilty in cipher case: FIA
1 year, 3 months ago

Former Pakistan PM Imran Khan, Shah Mahmood Qureshi guilty in cipher case: FIA

The Hindu  

Pakistan's top investigation agency on September 30 declared former prime minister Imran Khan and ex-foreign minister Shah Mahmood Qureshi guilty in a case related to the alleged disclosure of state secrets, popularly known as the cipher case. The Federal Investigation Agency submitted the charge sheet against Khan, the chairman of the Tehreek-e-Insaf party and his deputy Qureshi, both currently detained …

Probe finds ex-Pak PM Imran Khan and top party leadership involved in orchestrating May 9 violence
1 year, 3 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, 3 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 …

Pakistan’s political roller coaster continues
1 year, 5 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 …

Pakistan: Another setback for Imran Khan as court denies pre-arrest bail in 7 terrorism cases related to May 9
1 year, 5 months ago

Pakistan: Another setback for Imran Khan as court denies pre-arrest bail in 7 terrorism cases related to May 9

India TV News  

Former Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan, who is currently imprisoned in connection with the Toshakhana corruption case, suffered yet another setback as an anti-terrorism court denied him a pre-arrest bail in seven terrorism cases, including an attack on a senior military officer's house in the May 9 violence. "Anti-terrorism Court Lahore Judge Ejaz Ahmad Buttar cancelled the pre-arrest bail of …

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