Justice Shah in his letter to the Secretary Judicial Commission has opposed getting a report from the intelligence agency on judges’ appointments. “The role of the intelligence agency in the appointment of judges can be misused,” Justice Mansoor Ali Shah writes. “Already the executive enjoying majority in the judicial commission. I have already clarified my […]
According to data from the Pakistan Bureau of Statistics (PBS), more than 2.377 million metric tons of rice, including basmati rice and other types, were exported between July and November 2024, valued at $1.515 billion. This is in contrast to the 1.721 million metric tons that were exported during the same period last year, valued […]
In a reply to a query from Pakistan People’s Party (PPP) MNA Sharmila Faruqui, the NEPRA authority added that it may impose fines on DISCOs by the relevant rules and regulations once the proceedings are concluded. According to NEPRA, fines have already been imposed on DISCOs for various other violations. The National Assembly was informed […]
The apex committee’s session will thoroughly review the law-and-order situation in Kurram district and the steps taken by the provincial government. The meeting will discuss supplies of the essential commodities and necessities in the strife-torn region. The session will also decide on a line of action for lasting peace in the region in consultation with […]
According to the results announced by IBA Sukkur, the majority of Karachi students failed to pass the test as only 43.29% of candidates cleared the test for MBBS admissions. For BDS, 50.66% of candidates managed to qualify, the MDCAT 2024 results revealed. The MDCAT 2024 retake was taken by 32,200 candidates, with top scores of […]
Pakistan People’s Party had been complaining about the frequent absence of the ministers from the house. On Wednesday, the lawmakers belonging to both the treasury and opposition voiced concerns over the absence of the ministers during the question hour. However, all the concerns were disregarded, as no minister, state minister or parliamentary secretary was present […]
In a scathing address to industrialists at the Sialkot Chamber of Commerce and Industry, Khawaja Asif said that even a 50 percent reduction in corruption would eliminate the need for International Monetary Fund (IMF) assistance to Pakistan. The defense minister lamented that corruption has become so entrenched that customs collectors brazenly accept bribes of 400 […]
Speaking on the floor of the house, Sharmila Farooqui said that the government is increasing gas tariffs while the people are unable to pay their electricity bills. “There is no solution if the government wants to strangle the people and suck their blood,” Farooqui said in her scathing remarks. It is to be mentioned here […]
According to details, the supplementary examinations for Matric Science and General Groups in Karachi, for both regular and private candidates, will begin on January 1, 2025. The supplementary exams will be conducted in two shifts: Morning shift: 9:30 am to 12:30 pm Afternoon shift: 2:30 pm to 5:30 pm Admit cards will be issued to […]
The LHC bench, headed by Justice Tariq Saleem, announced its verdict on a plea filed by Imran Khan, challenging the notification for video link appearance for physical remand in May 9 cases. In its order, the LHC ruled that presenting accused persons via video link for physical remand cases may affect their fundamental rights. “The […]