The ability of electric power distribution firms (Discos) to conduct business has been granted to the private sector under a concession deal that spans 20–25 years, as approved by the Cabinet Committee on Privatization (CCOP). A senior official who attended the meeting told The News on Wednesday that the private sector entities would be entitled […]
The world is watching Pakistan right now as its general elections take place, a country where millions of people vote to choose their own destiny. The world press is keeping a careful eye on this democratic experiment, offering views and opinions on the significance and consequences of Pakistan’s election procedure. Leading international news agencies, such […]
The Pakistan Muslim League’s Nawaz supremo, Nawaz Sharif, is predicted by US think tanks and media to win a fourth term as prime minister of Pakistan in the general elections of 2024. These outlets include the BBC, Guardian, and AFP. According to The Washington Post, it would be unexpected if Nawaz Sharif were to lose […]
The Pakistani military has praised the country for the “generally peaceful and violence-free” way in which the general elections were conducted and has expressed the hope that this will act as a “catalyst for further strengthening democracy in Pakistan.” The ISPR, the military’s media wing, released a statement saying, “We sincerely hope that our sacrifices […]
A coalition administration at the center appears possible, according to an analysis of the election campaign leading up to today’s vote on Thursday. The Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) and the Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) have already concluded first consultations in this respect. The leaders of two political parties have evaluated fundamental inquiries regarding the number […]
On Thursday, acting prime minister Anwaarul Haq Kakar congratulated the country on a well-run general election and stated that the high voter turnout demonstrated the public’s commitment to determining the course of the nation. “The cornerstone of this democratic exercise has been the participation and enthusiasm of the people of Pakistan.” The prime minister posted […]
On Thursday (today), in the midst of a difficult law and order scenario, more than 128 million voters will cast ballots in the general election, putting the nerves of the caretaker setup and the entire security apparatus to the test. Of all registered voters, women make up 46% (59.3 million) and males 54% (69.2 million). […]
The country is going to the polls today (Thursday) for the much-needed democratic transition through the general election. According to the ECP, around 18,000 hopefuls are in the electoral ring. Denial of the contest to the PTI founder one of the staunchest advocates of transparent elections – makes the whole endeavor somewhat lackadaisical. Still, there […]
The general election’s security measures will prevent both freight and pedestrians from crossing the border with Afghanistan and Iran on Thursday, February 8, according to a spokeswoman for the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Mumtaz Zahra Baloch, stated on Wednesday. “Border crossings with Afghanistan and Iran would remain closed for both cargo and pedestrian traffic during […]
The Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) on Thursday sent a letter to Chief Justice of Pakistan (CJP) Qazi Faez Isa, citing the high court’s 2018 directives not to halt the aforementioned services on election day, in response to nationwide disruptions of cellular and internet services during the general elections. Concerns over the “unannounced disruptions of internet […]
