Parliament Passes Anti-Terrorism Bill Amid Heated Debate ISLAMABAD — The National Assembly on Tuesday passed the Anti-Terrorism (Amendment) Bill 2024, despite strong opposition from lawmakers questioning its impact on civil liberties. The bill, introduced by Minister of State Talal Chaudhry, faced pushback from opposition members who proposed amendments, all of which were ultimately rejected by […]
Speaking during the ongoing National Assembly session, Azam Nazeer Tarar made it clear that the May 9 cases are not within the domain of parliamentary discussion. He stated that instead of using the National Assembly as a platform to contest judicial decisions, the convicted parties should seek legal relief from courts. “Those who have been […]
On 20 June, two Voyager planes were damaged with red paint, causing about £7 million in damage. Four people between the ages of 22 and 35 have been charged and will appear in Westminster Magistrates’ Court today. Police from Counter Terrorism Policing South East said they are being charged with: Planning to cause criminal damage […]
The International Day of Parliamentarism is observed every year on June 30, reaffirming our global commitment to strengthening democratic institutions. The day also celebrates the vital role of parliaments in promoting inclusive governance, ensuring meaningful representation of women and youth, and embracing technological innovation in legislative practices. Sharif, in his message, said that “Our Parliament […]
In his statement on June 30, President Zardari specified the importance of Parliament as the “sovereign representative of the people and the guardian of constitutional values.” Asif Zardari pointed out that the government plays a vital role in developing national policy, protecting fundamental freedoms, and ensuring transparency and accountability within representative government. Emphasising the event, […]
The bank estimated Brent crude could briefly peak at $110 per barrel if oil flows through the critical waterway were halved for a month and remained down by 10% for the following 11 months. Prices would then moderate, with Brent averaging around $95 per barrel in the fourth quarter of 2025, it said in a […]
Responding to a question raised by Senator Jan Muhammad Buledi during the Senate’s ongoing budget session, he said all Petroleum Development Levy (PDL) funds are being dedicated to its key infrastructure development under the special direction of Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif. The minister said that major road projects, including the Quetta-Chaman and Quetta-Karachi (N-25) highways, […]
Chairman PTI Barrister Gohar speaking on the floor of the lower house proposed income tax relief to the salaried class for up to 2.2 million annual income. PTI leader also suggested cut in Rs 16 billion budget allocation for the Parliament. “We are not entitled for the public money,” Gohar said. He criticized the government, […]
As per details, a seven-member constitutional bench, led by Justice Aminuddin Khan, heard the government’s appeals and upheld the military trials in a 5-2 majority verdict. Justices Jamal Mandokhail and Naeem Akhtar Afghan dissented from the decision. The ruling was announced by Justice Aminuddin Khan in Courtroom No. 4, with detailed reasons to be announced […]
Merz, 69, is on Tuesday set to be sworn in as the new leader of Europe’s biggest economy, ending half a year of political paralysis in Berlin. The 144-page coalition contract entitled “Responsibility for Germany” lays out a policy roadmap for the next four years for the coalition of the country’s two traditional big-tent parties. […]
