Congressman hails Pak role in advancing peace

He commended Pakistan’s leadership for facilitating engagement at a critical juncture Pakistan’s diplomatic role in facilitating ongoing peace negotiations between the United States and Iran has drawn praise from a senior American lawmaker, who described Islamabad’s contribution as “indispensable” and reflective of “true statesmanship”. US Congressman Jack Bergman, Co-Chair of the Congressional Pakistan Caucus, has…

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No move on constitutional amendment without consensus, says Rana Sanaullah

PM aide says constitutional reforms will only be pursued after consensus among all political stakeholders is reached Prime Minister’s Adviser on Political Affairs Rana Sanaullah. SCREENGRAB Prime Minister’s Adviser on Political Affairs Rana Sanaullah pushed back on Saturday against speculation of an imminent constitutional amendment, saying no such move would proceed without broad political consensus…

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Prominent Balochi writer Ghamkhwar shot dead in Nushki

Noted Brahui and Baloch poet, author, and assistant professor killed by unidentified armed men Prominent Balochistan litterateur Professor Muhammad Khan, popularly known as Ghamkhwar Hayat penned many books. PHOTO: FACEBOOK QUETTA: Prominent Balochistan litterateur Professor Muhammad Khan, popularly known as Ghamkhwar Hayat, was killed in a targeted attack on Saturday on the outskirts of Nushki….

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No move on 28th constitutional amendment, says law minister

Azam Nazeer Tarar says constitutional changes remain off the table without consensus Law Minister Azam Nazeer Tarar. PHOTO: FILE Law Minister Azam Nazeer Tarar said on Saturday there were currently no signs of a 28th constitutional amendment, stressing that any move toward constitutional changes would only proceed after consultation with coalition partners and other stakeholders….

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Interior minister Naqvi in Tehran to meet with Iranian officials: Sources

Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi in Tehran to meet with officials: Iranian state media Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi arrived in the Iranian capital Tehran on Saturday to meet with Iranian officials, Pakistani government sources told Anadolu. The sources’ confirmation came after Iran’s state-run IRNA news agency reported earlier that Naqvi arrived in Tehran “a few hours…

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Uzbek FM lauds Pakistan’s constructive role in mediation, discusses bilateral ties with Dar

Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar with Foreign Minister of Uzbekistan Bakhtiyor Saidov. Photo: MOFA/Website Foreign Minister of Uzbekistan Bakhtiyor Saidov on Saturday appreciated Pakistan’s role in mediation efforts for peace in the Middle East and discussed bilateral ties in a call with Deputy Prime Minister and FM Ishaq Dar. According to the…

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SJC seeks explanations from two HC judges

ISLAMABAD: The Supreme Judicial Council (SJC) has sought explanations from two high court judges over complaints of alleged misconduct filed against them. It is learnt that the SJC, headed by Chief Justice of Pakistan Yahya Afridi, has formally asked both judges to respond to the allegations. One of the judges is currently serving at the…

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Beleaguered opposition’s political dilemma

ISLAMABAD: “We should be informed within three days…first, when a meeting with Imran Khan will take place and second, when he will be allowed, with his family’s consent, to seek medical treatment of his choice. Otherwise, if this Assembly does not function from Monday onward, we will not be responsible.” These were the remarks of…

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