The Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP) has declared that electioneering for Thursday’s elections will conclude at midnight on the evening of February 6 and 7, 2024, in compliance with election law. Citing Section 182 of the Elections Act of 2017, which forbids any political activity beyond the designated time frame, the ECP released a notification […]
A draft on personal laws that will apply to all religions was submitted on Tuesday by an Indian state headed by Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s party. The regulations include a prohibition on polygamy and equal inheritance rights for sons and daughters. Despite criticism from some Muslim leaders, the proposed measure in Uttarakhand, a northern state […]
Ahead of Pakistan’s parliamentary election, which is set for this Thursday, the UN High Commissioner for Human Rights voiced concern on Tuesday. She emphasized the need to protect fundamental freedoms for a democratic process and urged authorities to denounce any acts of violence against political parties and candidates. According to a statement released by UN […]
On Tuesday, the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) submitted a review appeal in opposition to the January 13 ruling of the Supreme Court that deemed its intra-party elections to be unlawful. The Election Commission of Pakistan’s (ECP) decision was requested for by the PTI to be declared “without jurisdiction, without lawful authority, illegal, and liable to be […]
The recommendations of the interim government to lower industrial energy prices, pay off more than one-fifth of the circular debt, and include the Rs268 billion debt owed by Pakistan International Airline (PIA) in the public debt were not immediately approved by the International Monetary Fund (IMF) on Monday. According to official sources, the IMF also […]
Mohsin Naqvi, the temporary chief minister of Punjab at the moment, was elected without opposition to lead the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) for the ensuing three years. Naqvi will take over the duties in a few days, according to a formal declaration made by PCB Chief Election Commissioner Shah Khawar on Monday at a press […]
Bushra Bibi, the former first lady, has petitioned the Islamabad High Court (IHC) to be transferred to Adiala Jail from her Bani Gala mansion, challenging the authorities’ decision to deem it a sub-jail. Bushra Bibi, the wife of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) was imprisoned at her Islamabad apartment after an accountability court sentenced the couple to […]
As Pakistan gears up for the general elections scheduled for February 8, many citizens will be exercising their right to vote for the first time. To ensure a smooth and secure voting process, Business Recorder is breaking down the essential steps for our readers. Finding Your Polling Station To avoid any confusion on election day, […]
A fifth batch of humanitarian aid, including blankets, tarpaulins, and winterized tents, was dispatched by Pakistan to Gaza on Sunday. According to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, a Pakistan Air Force (PAF) C-130 flew the shipment of humanitarian aid for the Gaza population. “The flight will land in Al-Arish, Egypt, where the Pakistani ambassador will […]
The PML-N workers continues its purchase of votes even after capturing distant fields, fearing the defeat of the conscience merchants: evidence is present of taking oaths to buy votes for Ata Tarar from #NA127 by paying money. Will the Election Commission take action against these conscience merchants who fear the defeat of their profiteers even […]
