2024-11-27 20:12:43
After PTI abruptly put off its 'do-or-die' protest in Islamabad, Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi has asserted that life has returned to normal across Pakistan with roads cleared and mobile and internet services restored.
"A positive trend is being witnessed in the Pakistan Stock Exchange," the security czar said in a statement.
He also tender apology to the citizens for facing "inconvenience during the past three days," noting that the measures were necessary to protect them from protesters.
2024-11-27 19:42:34
Metrobus service has been restored in Islamabad and Rawalpindi after five days of suspension.
The transportation service was suspended in the twin cities due to PTI protests and repair work on the track of the buses is also underway.
2024-11-27 18:30:06
One policeman was martyred while more than 170 police personnel were injured due to attacks by the miscreants in various districts of Islamabad and Rawalpindi, said the police spokesperson.
The spokesperson said that violence and firing by miscreants caused injuries to several cops and officials while they alsodamaged 22 Punjab Police vehicles and burned a police van.
Meanwhile, Punjab's IG Usman Anwar said that the miscreants were armed withfirearms, sniper rifles, petrol bombs and dangerous weapons.
"Punjab Police will bring miscreants who take law into their own hands to justice," vowed the IG, adding that all resources are being used to ensure the identification and arrest of those involved.
2024-11-27 17:00:10
Following fierce clashes between PTI protesters and law enforces in the capital, the federal government has set a deadline of December 31 for Afghan nationals to leave Islamabad.
During his interaction with journalists in the capital, Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi clarified: “Afghan nationals will not be allowed to stay in Islamabad without permission after the end of the next month.”
Afghan citizen, who intends to stay in the federal capital post December this year, will have to obtain a no objection certificate (NOC) from the deputy commissioner office.
2024-11-27 15:55:33
Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) leader Omar Ayub addressed party workers and strongly condemned the "straight firing" on PTI supporters during the Islamabad protest.
He criticised the injustices faced by the party, saying: "We are subjected to violence, and yet, the cases are also filed against us."
Ayub praised the dedication of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Chief Minister Ali Amin Gandapur, highlighting his efforts in ensuring food, medical aid, and transportation for PTI workers during the protests.
"Ali Amin consistently worked to support our workers," he remarked.
He further expressed pride in the party's leadership decisions, stating: "I take pride in the founder of PTI’s decision to appoint Ali Amin as chief minister."
2024-11-27 14:46:32
Islamabad Inspector General of Police (IGP) Nasir Ali Rizvi said that Afghan nationals and those involved in terrorism will not be allowed to reside in the federal capital without an no objection certificate (NOC).
While Evidence, including videos, has been gathered showing protesters disembarking from vehicles and retrieving weapons. The IGP reiterated that terrorism under the guise of protests would not be permitted.
Distinguishing between peaceful protests and acts of terrorism, the top cop warned that no terrorist activities disguised as protests would be tolerated, although the right to peaceful demonstration is guaranteed.
The IGP condemned the recent violence during the PTI protest, saying: "What kind of a protest involves direct firing on law enforcement agencies?”
He revealed that 610 protesters were arrested, over 200 vehicles were seized, and many protesters, who appeared to be armed, were detained.
Rizvi further stated that the authorities are also investigating the homes, where the seized vehicles were parked.
He flagged the presence of foreign nationals among the protesters as concerning, with 19 Afghan citizens arrested during the clashes.
2024-11-27 14:39:45
All routes in Islamabad are now clear after the removal of shipping containers from the federal capital, Commissioner Muhammad Ali Randhawa said.
He, however, said that a search operation remains underway to ensure public safety.
Randhawa was addressing a press conference, flanked by Islamabad police chief, who claimed that PTI leadership had brought Afghan nationals for the violent protest.
Islamabad commissioner said that any foreign individual causing law and order issues will not be allowed to stay in the country.
2024-11-27 15:06:29
Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) Chief Minister Ali Amin Gandapur has alleged that PTI has been subjected to systematic oppression.
“Our party has faced coercion, and baseless cases have been registered against us,” he claimed during a press conference, adding that their leader Imran Khan is in jail, while his wife has also been incarcerated.
2024-11-27 14:50:31
KP CM Ali Amin Gandapur has said that the PTI's protest was still on and that only PTI founder Imran Khan had the authority to call it off.
2024-11-27 14:44:52
Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Chief Minister Ali Amin Gandapur is addressing a press conference in Mansehra.
The crucial address to the media comes after their three-day protest, termed "do-or-die" or the "final call," ended abruptly last night, with the government slamming the PTI for damages to the economy and nation.
2024-11-27 14:40:06
Parliamentary Secretary for Information and Broadcasting Danyal Chaudhary has said the government amicably handled the situation in Islamabad, state media reported.
Addressing a news conference in Islamabad, he said there was no use of force or weapons against the protestors.
He said there were no deaths of protestors because of government action, regretting the propaganda of PTI in this regard.
The government official said the authorities exercised restraint and patience to foil the designs of those who wanted to do politics on corpses.
He said 900 protestors were arrested from different areas which included most wanted criminals and 37 Afghan nationals who were brought to incite anarchy.
PTI's agenda was to derail the country's forward march on the economic front and sabotage foreign investments, he added.
2024-11-27 14:00:23
In a press conference in Lahore, Punjab's Information Minister Azma Bukhari strongly criticised PTI's recent protests.
She said that whether it was on May 9 or November 24, the party's protests had failed, with PTI having called for demonstrations five times, each one unsuccessful.
According to Bukhari, people in Punjab did not participate in the PTI protests, and key figures like Bushra Bibi fled the scene last night.
Bukhari also highlighted the criticism faced by Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Chief Minister Ali Amin Gandapur, whose car was allegedly set on fire by party workers during the protests.
She said that while it was claimed Bushra Bibi had no involvement in politics, she was clearly present and adamant about her husband's release.
She further claimed that 22 vehicles of the Punjab Police were damaged during the protests. Bukhari also pointed out the hypocrisy of PTI leaders whose own children were abroad while the public’s children were left without basic necessities during the protests.
The minister promised that the records of Afghan nationals arrested during the protests would soon be revealed.
2024-11-27 14:18:14
KP chief secretary, IGP and interior secretary have reached Mansehra via helicopter to meet CM Ali Amin Gandapur, sources told Geo News.
The three officials, added the sources, had been summoned by CM Gandapur for an urgent meeting.
2024-11-27 13:46:15
Jamaat-e-Islami Deputy Emir Liaquat Baloch emphasised the necessity of political dialogue to resolve ongoing political crises.
In a statement, he said that such discussions are crucial for the stability of the nation. Baloch further asserted that efforts must be made to protect the public mandate, urging for a collective struggle to safeguard the people's will.
2024-11-27 13:39:47
PTI leader Shaukat Yousafzai expressed concerns about the abrupt end of the Islamabad protest, saying that the party leadership had "disappointed" him.
While speaking on Geo News' programme 'Geo Pakistan', Yousafzai said that the party leadership had failed to provide clear guidance during the protest, which lasted for three days after beginning on November 24.
He pointed out that, aside from Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Chief Minister Ali Amin Gandapur, no other leader had come forward to take charge of the protest.
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Barrister Saif, an adviser to Khyber Pakhtunkhwa's chief minister, claimed that the federal government lost by resorting to oppression, while PTI emerged victorious by enduring the injustice.
In a statement, he criticised the PML-N, the ruling party in the centre, accusing them of celebrating instead of mourning their defeat.
According to Saif, the brutality faced by PTI founder Imran Khan cannot erase his place in the hearts of the public.
2024-11-27 11:44:02
PTI founder Imran Khan's wife and former first lady Bushra Bibi and KP CM Ali Amin Gandapur are set to hold a press conference shortly.
The media talk was earlier scheduled at 11am but it was pushed forward to a later time due to delay in arrival of media persons owing to road closures.
It is being reported that the press conference will take place around 12pm.
2024-11-27 11:43:11
In a scathing criticism, Information Minister Attaullah Tarar slammed the PTI after the party abruptly called off its protest in Islamabad.
Speaking at a press conference, he said: "Such a colossal failure has become their fate. This was not the final call, but merely a missed call."
Moreover, Tarar went on to share his observations about the "failed" protest, noting that he had personally travelled from D-Chowk to Eleventh Avenue, witnessing a scene of chaos.
"People here ran off, leaving behind their shoes and clothes," he said.
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2024-11-27 11:40:34
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Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Chief Minister Ali Amin Gandapur and PTI founder Imran Khan's wife Bushra Bibi have reached KP Assembly Speaker Babar Saleem Swati's residence hours after going incommunicado in the wake of government crackdown in Islamabad.
Confirming their whereabouts, Senior PTI leader Taimur Saleem Khan said that Bushra and Gandapur were also accompanied by National Assembly Opposition leader Omar Ayub.
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2024-11-27 11:29:31
Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) leader Shaukat Yousafzai expressed concerns about the lack of leadership coordination within the party.
While speaking on Geo News' programme 'Geo Pakistan', he revealed that Bushra Bibi, the wife of PTI founder Imran Khan, and Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Chief Minister Ali Amin Gandapur are currently in Mansehra and assured that both are safe.
Yousafzai also voiced his disappointment with the PTI leadership, saying that they had failed to provide clear guidance during the protests.
He pointed out that, aside from KP CM Gandapur, no other leader had come forward to take responsibility.
The lack of consultation and planning within the leadership was evident, according to Yousafzai, especially with the decision to focus on D-Chowk.
He further questioned why, despite the government's offer for negotiations, no efforts were made to engage in talks.
Yousafzai also pointed out that it was widely anticipated that the government would respond with authoritarian measures at D-Chowk. Additionally, he raised concerns about the absence of key figures like Barrister Gohar Ali Khan, Salman Akram Raja, and Sher Afzal Marwat during the protests.
Reflecting on the mismanagement, Yousafzai questioned why so many party workers were mobilised when the leadership itself lacked decision-making authority.
2024-11-27 10:34:28
Sindh government spokesperson Saadia Javed has said that Aleema Khan, the sister of PTI founder Imran Kham, has thwarted Bushra Bibi’s political debut.
In her remarks, Javed criticised the approach of those who treat politics as a mere game.
She further emphasised that such individuals are bound to face failure.
2024-11-27 10:31:40
2024-11-27 10:30:49
In Gujranwala, all obstacles on GT Road and other routes have been cleared, according to the deputy commissioner. The move has brought relief to commuters and restored normalcy to the city's roadways.
The deputy commissioner confirmed that operations to clear the roads were carried out efficiently to minimise disruption for the public.
2024-11-27 09:42:09
A list of casualties from the protests in Islamabad has been made public. According to officials at Polyclinic Hospital, two bodies and 26 injured individuals were brought to the facility during the unrest.
All those brought to the hospital had sustained gunshot wounds, as confirmed by the authorities.
Many of the injured reportedly hail from various regions of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa.
2024-11-27 09:27:58
Islamabad Deputy Commissioner Irfan Memon has directed all assistant commissioners to ensure the immediate reopening of all closed routes across the city.
In addition to reopening the roads, the deputy commissioner has instructed that cleaning arrangements be made across all major thoroughfares.
2024-11-27 09:16:54
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Flight schedules continue to face significant disruptions due to operational issues, with eight flights cancelled and 17 delayed today. Morning flights between Karachi and Islamabad, PK-300 and PK-301, were cancelled, along with PK-322 and PK-323 connecting Lahore and Quetta.
Additionally, international flights from Dubai to Islamabad, FZ-353 and FZ-354, and Dubai to Lahore, FZ-359 and FZ-360, were also removed from the schedule.
Three flights departing from Karachi to Gwadar, Sukkur, and Jeddah faced delays. Similarly, Karachi-Lahore flights, PF-141 and PF-142, encountered delays, as did Karachi-Islamabad flight PF-124, which will now depart three hours late at 7 PM.
Further delays affected departures to Doha, Jeddah, and Multan, while the arrival of PIA’s PK-736 from Jeddah to Peshawar also faced a setback. International flights from Dubai to Islamabad, ER-701, and arrivals from Dubai and Jeddah to Lahore were similarly delayed, compounding the travel woes.
2024-11-27 08:52:30
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After four days of closure, all motorways have been reopened for traffic, according to motorway authorities. The Islamabad to Lahore motorway (M-2) is now accessible, bringing relief to commuters.
Similarly, the Lahore-Sialkot motorway has also been restored for use, easing connectivity in the region.
In addition to these, motorways M-3, M-4, and M-5 have been reopened, enabling smoother transportation across various parts of the country.
The resumption of services is expected to significantly facilitate both daily travellers and long-distance commuters.
2024-11-27 08:05:04
Bushra Bibi's sister, Maryam Riaz Wattoo, has suggested that Bushra may have been "kidnapped," as the family has not heard from her following the "firing by security officials" on PTI protesters' vehicles.
In a video message released early Wednesday, Maryam said that if Bushra had reached Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP), she would have contacted her family. She noted that they had received conflicting reports regarding Bushra's arrest and her supposed arrival in KP.
Maryam also emphasised that the PTI sit-in had gained significant traction and asserted that Bushra would never abandon Imran Khan or flee under such circumstances.
2024-11-27 07:42:42
PTI Information Secretary Sheikh Waqas Akram said that KP Chief Minister Ali Amin Gandapur and Bushra Bibi are safe, according to the information he received from sources he did not disclose.
2024-11-27 04:52:54
Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) leader and Member of the National Assembly, Sher Afzal Marwat, has said that he and KP CM Ali Amin Gandapur were not in favour of the D-Chowk protest.
Speaking to Geo News, the 53-year-old politician from Lakki Marwat disclosed that Gandapur wanted workers to remain restricted to the Kulsoom Hospital instead of advancing towards D-Chowk.
But, the PTI workers were determined to proceed to D-Chowk, he noted.
“We went to stage a protest, but what can we do in front of bullets?”
Highlighting the gravity of the situation, the PTI leader alleged that innocent young men were killed during the protest. He claimed that 12 PTI workers lost their lives during the protest in Islamabad, referring to them as martyrs.
2024-11-27 03:48:44
The Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) leadership announced on Wednesday that the much-hyped protest in Islamabad, which began three days ago on November 24, has now been called off.
The PTI's central media cell issued a press release on Wednesday, saying, "In light of the government's brutality and plans to turn the federal capital into a slaughterhouse for unarmed citizens, we are announcing the temporary suspension of our peaceful protest."
The former ruling party said that it would announce the future course of action in the light of guidance from party founder Imran Khan.
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2024-11-27 03:27:19
Reports suggest that Bushra Bibi and Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Chief Minister Ali Amin Gandapur has arrived in the province, sources said citing the chief minister's family sources.
Sources said Bushra Bibi is with KP's chief minister and the two have safely arrived in the province.
2024-11-27 02:38:11
Adviser to the Prime Minister on Political and Public Affairs, Rana Sanaullah, revealed that nearly 550 individuals had been detained during the protest organised by the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) in Islamabad.
Speaking to Geo News late on Tuesday, the PML-N leader said that all protesters will face charges in connection with the lives lost during the demonstrations.
He added that cases will also be registered for damages to property caused during the protest by the former ruling party.
Responding to a question about the possibility of demonstrators regrouping, Sanaullah said that protesters might assemble again. He assured that the Islamabad administration would designate a location to them for peaceful protests, emphasising that "peaceful protest is every citizen's right."
However, he issued a stern warning about entering sensitive areas. “If they attempt to gather in the red zone, an operation will be launched against them,” he clarified, stressing that demonstrations will only be allowed outside the restricted zone.
2024-11-27 02:11:47
Information Minister Ataullah Tarar accused the PTI of organising the protest to sabotage the visit of the Belarusian president to Pakistan, as they sought to cause harm.
Speaking to the media at D-Chowk late Tuesday night, he assured that efforts were underway to reopen roads and clear pathways.
Criticising the PTI leadership, Tarar said that the PTI protest was staged to secure the release of their top leader, Imran Khan, from prison, but it ultimately ended up with the detention of their own party workers.
2024-11-27 01:50:23
Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi said that he had no knowledge of a meeting between Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Chief Minister Ali Amin Gandapur and PTI founder Imran Khan.
Speaking to the media at D-Chowk, he criticised the PTI, accusing the party workers of targeting media outlets. He added that authorities would review CCTV footage to assess the extent of the damage caused.
2024-11-27 01:46:45
Information Minister Attaullah Tarar strongly condemns the attack on media houses, saying that the PTI protesters have "ran away" from the protest site leaving behind vehicles, footwear and clothes.
Addressing a presser at D-Chowk, he said that the PTI planned to target government personalities, posted on important position.
2024-11-27 01:34:18
Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi has announced that the situation in the federal capital will return to normal from morning after authorities launched crackdown on the PTI protesters.
"Schools to reopen from tomorrow (Thursday). Mobile internet will be restored by today (Wednesday) morning," he announced.
2024-11-27 01:33:22
Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi lauded the Pakistan Army, police and Rangers for their "sacrifices" during the PTI protest.
"Bushra Bibi and [KP CM] Gandapur are on the run," he said while addressing a late-night press conference at D-Chowk.
2024-11-27 01:26:54
The PTI has rejected the media reports that CM Ali Amin Gandapur and Bushra Bibi have been arrested.
Terming the arrest report “fake news”, the PTI wrote on official X handle: “They are both safe and are surrounded by a huge number of workers. Please stay calm, stay focused and united we will achieve victory!”
2024-11-27 01:21:53
PMLN Senator Talal Chaudhry said that once again the PTI leadership fled in bullet-proof cars, leaving their workers alone.
Talking to Geo News, he said that PTI was projecting that the government had failed to foil their protest. He credited the government's brilliant strategy for foiling the PTI's protest without bloodshed.
He further said that the PTI leadership took the government's negotiation offer as "weakness', adding that there will be no talks now and the law will takeitscourse.
"This is another huge blunder by PTI after May 9th," the PMLN leader added. Any remaining real political workers will leave PTI after this blunder, Talal added.
2024-11-27 00:52:07
Attock Bridge, connecting Islamabad with Khyber Pakhtunkha, has been blocked once again, sources reported.
Earlier, the bridge was opened for big vehicles but has now been blocked with containers again. Large number of police personnel have also been deployed on the bridge.
2024-11-27 00:48:20
The vehicle of KP CM Ali Amin Gandapur's guards has been intercepted by personnel of Islamabad police, say police sources.
The sources said that the vehicle of Gandapur and Bushra Bibi is currently being chased by Islamabad police as sources said Bushra Bibi will try to enter Haripur from Pir Sohawa.
2024-11-27 00:39:50
PTI founder Imran Khan's wife Bushra Bibi and Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Chief Minister Ali Amin Gandapur are expected to be arrested by police officials, sources said.
The former first lady's vehicle was heading towards the KP House following a police grand operation to clear D-Chowk in which scores of PTI protesters were arrested.
A special squad of the Islamabad police was reportedly chasing Bushra's vehicle, whereas, cops were also deployed around the KP House to arrest her.
2024-11-27 00:29:17
The Blue Area of Islamabad has been cleared of mischief-mongers and rioters, said security sources.
The security sources said that there is currently no one in the Blue Area of the federal capital, adding that no operation is being carried out in the area right now.
2024-11-27 00:19:23
Police and security forces conducted operation in Centaurus Chowk of Islamabad.
Protesters accompanying former first lady Bushra Bibi have been dispersed.
However, CM Ali Amin Gandapur and Bushra Bibi fled the area in car.
2024-11-27 00:00:50
Adviser to Prime Minister on Political Affairs Rana Sanaullah said on Tuesday that the premier or the party leader would decide on holding negotiations with the protesting Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI).
Sanaullah, speaking on the Geo News programme "Aaj Shahzeb Khanzada Kay Sath", said that incarcerated PTI founder Imran Khan was not ready to hold talks with the government.
He added that PM Shehbaz Sharif has not withdrawn his dialogue offer which was convey to the Imran Khan-founded party a month ago.
Commenting on PTI’s demand for Khan's release, the premier's aide said that the court would decide on the former prime minister's bail who is facing several cases.
2024-11-26 22:59:15
The law enforcement agencies (LEAs) have pushed back the marching protesters from Islamabad's D-Chowk — the venue of the party’s much-touted power show.
Geo News correspondent, who is present at the spot, reported that PTI protesters began retreating from the site following the heavy teargas shelling and action by the authorities.
2024-11-26 22:59:39
Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Petroleum Dealers and Cartage Association Chairman Gul Nawaz Afridi has warned about an acute shortage of fuel in the provincial capital as only three days of petrol reserves are left in Peshawar due to the closure of roads.
Afridi said in a statement that Peshawar ran out of diesel due to the suspension of oil supplies from South Punjab with several fuel tankers stuck in Punjab and Dera Ismail Khan due to the closure of roads.
2024-11-26 22:00:26
Khyber Pakhtunkhwa government spokesperson Barrister Muhammad Ali Saif has claimed that PTI founder Imran Khan had agreed to move the ongoing protest to outskirts of Islamabad, but his spouse Bushra Bibi refused to do so.
"When we discussed the government’s offer to protest in Islamabad suburbs with our colleagues, they refused,” he said in a statement. Saif noted that the former first lady was adamant on reaching D-Chowk.
He further said that it was not possible to resolve issues "amicably" without meeting PTI’s demands. "The recent talks, which focused on protest and Imran’s release, ended inconclusively," he added.
2024-11-26 21:49:39
The Amnesty International has urged the Pakistani government to fully protect and ensure the rights of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) protesters
In a statement on Tuesday, the human rights organisation called upon authorities to exercise maximum restraint, aiming to prevent and de-escalate violence and to avoid the use of force.
“Any use of force must be lawful and no more than is necessary and proportionate and the authorities must take all necessary measures to prevent arbitrary deprivation of life, including by ensuring that law enforcement actions are adequately planned to minimise the risk to life.”
2024-11-26 20:43:48
Interior Minister Minister Mohsin Naqvi on Tuesday ruled out the possibility of holding any kind of negotiations with the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) planning to stage a sit-in at Islamabad's D-Chowk.
This announcement was made by Naqvi while addressing a press conference along with Federal Information Minister Attaullah Tarar in the federal capital.
Without naming Bushra Bibi, wife of jailed PTI founder Imran Khan, the interior minister said: "A woman is behind this chaos."
2024-11-26 20:41:10
Minister for Information Attaullah Tarar has castigated Bushra Bibi, the wife of PTI founder Imran Khan, over the violence during party’s ongoing protest, saying that the former first lady wants blood and bodies.
"They [PTI protesters] are here to spread anarchy," he said while addressing the press conference along with Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi.
2024-11-26 20:24:18
2024-11-26 20:16:45
The Islamabad deputy commissioner has announced the closure of all public and private educational institutions on Wednesday (tomorrow) due to the law and order situation.
The closure of education centres, including schools and colleges, has entered its third consecutive day following the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf’s ongoing protest in the federal capital.
Similarly, Murree deputy commissioner also announced that all public and private schools will remain closed tomorrow.
2024-11-26 20:01:15
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Bushra Bibi, wife of jailed Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) founder Imran Khan, has directed the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Chief Minister Ali Amin Gandapur "to lead the convoy of protesters from the front".
The former first lady, who is travelling behind the KP chief minister’s caravan, directed the PTI protesters to follow Gandapur and take him to D-Chowk with them.
Following Bushra's order, the Gandapur-led convoy started advancing towards Islamabad's D-Chowk.
2024-11-26 18:56:10
RAWALPINDI: The Rawalpindi administration has extended the closure of educational institutions for another day in view of the law and order situation.
All institutes including schools and colleges would stay closed on Wednesday (tomorrow) following recommendations of the district intelligence committee, said Rawalpindi Deputy Commissioner Hassan Waqar Cheema on Tuesday.
2024-11-26 18:49:39
Funeral prayers of three Rangers officials, who embraced martyred during the ongoing Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) protest, were offered at Chaklala Garrison.
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, Deputy Prime Minister Ishaq Dar, Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi, Minister for Information Attaullah Tarar, Chief of Army Staff General Syed Asim Munir, and other senior serving military and civil officials attended the funeral.
Naik Muhammad Ramzan Shaheed (age; 47 years, resident of District Karak), Sepoy Gulfam Khan Shaheed (age; 29 years, resident of District Rawalpindi) and Sepoy Shah Nawaz Shaheed (age; 33 years, resident of District Sibi) embraced martyrdom during yesterday’s incident.
In a statement, PM Shehbaz said that Pakistan cannot afford any chaos and bloodshed for achieving vested political purposes.
"These acts of violence are unacceptable and highly condemnable which are bordering the limits of restraint by the LEAs. The entire nation pays homage to the martyred Rangers soldiers and all those police officials who have embraced shahadat and those who are injured during these riots,” says the premier.
2024-11-26 18:23:34
Bushra Bibi, vowed that she will be the last woman to leave D-Chowk without her husband and PTI founder Imran Khan.
"Promise that you will not leave D-Chowk until Khan comes with us," the former first lady said to the PTI marchers.
She questioned why they are shelled when they are a peaceful party, adding that "don't you know Khan is fighting fortruth and justice?"
2024-11-26 18:19:07
Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) Spokesperson Sheikh Waqas Akram has denied involvement of party workers in attack on Rangers.
He said that an inquiry should be launched into the "unfortunate" incident and those responsible should be punished.
"They [Rangers] are like our own children and protectors and must be respected."
2024-11-26 17:58:06
Islamabad IG Ali Nasir Rizvi has vowed to drive miscreants out of the federal capital, saying that he would ensure implementation of the IHC order barring PTI to stage rally or stage sit-in in violation of public rally law.
No leniency should be shown to any miscreant , the police chief said adding that the law enforcement agency will take action in line with the law.
He said those who were behind the violence would be arrested as well.
2024-11-26 17:51:45
Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Chief Minister Ali Amin Gandapur, who is leading the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf's convoy of protesters, asked the party workers not to go past D-Chowk until they get any orders from incarcerated PTI founder Imran Khan.
"D-Chowk means D-Chowk," said the firebrand chief minister addressing the PTI protesters in Islamabad, urging the protesters not to make further advancement after reaching the said spot for a sit-in and "protect the area".
He demanded the federal government to allow PTI to stage a peaceful sit-in and vowed that they would not return until Khan's directives.
On the other hand, the federal government offered the former ruling party to stage its sit-in at Sangjani and warned of strict action if they failed to comply with the orders.
2024-11-26 17:12:19
Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) Chairman Barrister Gohar Ali Khan has called upon the federal government to refrain from "firing at innocent people".
He also urged the PTI's workers and supporters to remain peaceful in their struggle, expressing hope that party founder Imran Khan would be release soon.
2024-11-26 16:54:46
The federal government has said that three Rangers personnel and a policeman embraced martyrdom and seven others security officers sustained injuries when PTI miscreants rammed a vehicle into them at Srinagar Highway in the wee hours of Tuesday.
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has strongly condemned the attack on Rangers and police personnel by protesters, directing the authorities to immediately identify those involved in the incident and ensure they are brought to justice.
In a statement, the premier instructed to provide the best possible medical facilities to the Rangers and police personnel injured in the attack.
He said attacks on police and Rangers, under the guise of a so-called peaceful protest, are condemnable. "The anarchist group seeks bloodshed," he said, emphasising this is not a peaceful protest, but extremism.
Meanwhile, Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi also expressed regret over the PTI actions, saying that four security personnel — three Rangers personnel and a policeman — lost their lives in PTI's attack.
"PTI’s behaviour is a source of embarrassment for the country," he said, adding that the government does not want to see any loss of life.
2024-11-26 15:10:53
Information Minister Attaullah Tarar has said that PTI founder Imran Khan's wife Bushra Bibi was dead set on getting people killed.
Speaking to the media in Islamabad, Tarar said that people, part of the protest, were in fact paid and accused the former first lady of using others' children as pawns.
"There is still time to stop and go back," he remarked.
2024-11-26 14:49:14
Islamabad's D-Chowk has become a battleground as law enforcement agencies (LEAs) personnel use tear gas to deter PTI workers in the federal capital.
2024-11-26 14:42:38
In a post on X, PTI said police resorted to straight firing on protesters in Islamabad protest, killing three and injuring several.
2024-11-26 14:27:50
2024-11-26 14:22:22
Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi on Tuesday said the government tried to convince PTI leaders through every way, but they only gained time from negotiations and moved forward towards the federal capital.
“We offered the protestors to gather at Sagjani. Their entire leadership does not want bloodbath, but there’s one secret leadership that is controlling all this, which was the apple of the discord,” he said.
He said he had told the Islamabad IG to control the situation by hook or by crook. All their supporters had come from Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, you would not see a single person from Punjab with them, he maintained.
2024-11-26 13:41:26
The army troops have taken control of the security of key landmarks within the Red Zone after the government deployed the military to deal with the situation in the federal capital.
2024-11-26 13:27:14
Internet services have been disrupted in several cities across Punjab, including Multan, Rajanpur, Gujrat, and Dera Ghazi Khan. Residents in these areas are reporting difficulties in accessing online services.
2024-11-26 12:39:30
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2024-11-26 12:06:51
Key routes from Faisalabad leading to Islamabad and Rawalpindi have been blocked, causing significant difficulties for travellers.
Containers have been placed at various points on Motorways M-3 and M-4, completely sealing off access to these highways.
Additionally, the Faisalabad to Sheikhupura and Lahore Road have been obstructed at multiple locations.
2024-11-26 12:03:37
A case has been registered at a police station in Rawalpindi over the death and injury of police constables near the Hakla Interchange.
The FIR was lodged at Taxila Police Station on behalf of the police, naming PTI founder Imran Khan, KP CM Ali Amin Gandapur, Salar Khan Kakar, Shahid Khattak, and others.
The FIR says that the attackers, armed with tear gas guns, rubber bullet guns, and other weapons, violated Section 144 and launched violent assaults on police officers and personnel using sticks and stones.
The document further alleges that the attack was a premeditated criminal conspiracy orchestrated by the PTI leadership.
According to the FIR, the suspects injured Constable Mubashir Hassan, abducted him in a red van, and later dumped him under the Hakla Bridge before fleeing.
Constable Mubashir Hassan was rushed to a hospital but succumbed to his injuries. Other injured police personnel included Constables Adnan, Raiyas, and Naeem.
2024-11-26 11:44:08
The PTI convoy has arrived at Zero Point Bridge in Islamabad. The situation has turned tense as clashes erupted between PTI supporters and police personnel.
The police have resorted to tear gas shelling to disperse the crowd, while PTI workers have responded with stone pelting, escalating the confrontation.
2024-11-26 11:59:11
2024-11-26 11:56:45
Senior Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) leader Khursheed Shah criticised the actions of "certain political elements", highlighting the irony of them being unable to maintain peace in their own province while disrupting law and order in others.
Shah, addressing the media outside an accountability court in Sukkur, emphasised that protests should not come at the cost of the state’s integrity and infrastructure.
He called for responsible conduct and warned against measures that harm the country in the guise of political agitation.
2024-11-26 11:54:05
Sindh government spokesperson Saadia Javed has condemned the violence in Islamabad.
She paid tribute to the security personnel martyred during the unrest. Javed also strongly denounced the attacks on security officials and media personnel, describing them as a blatant violation of democratic principles.
The spokesperson criticised the misuse of provincial resources under the guise of protests, accusing certain elements of attempting to spread chaos and anarchy in the country.
She stressed that true politicians respect differences, uphold the constitution, and abide by the rule of law, urging restraint and responsible behaviour in the current volatile situation.
2024-11-26 11:15:02
Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) Vice President Sherry Rehman on Tuesday condemned the martyrdom of Rangers and police personnel at the hands of miscreants.
The face of May 9’s characters had become clear once again, said the PPP leader, adding going to such extent to release a person revealed their nefarious motives.
"Violence against media representatives and vandalising vehicles in the name of so-called peaceful protests is also condemnable. The country's development, peace and security are being put at stake to achieve political goals," she said.
Paying tribute to the slain security personnel, Sherry demanded that the elements involved in the martyrdom of Rangers and police personnel should be brought to justice.
2024-11-26 11:14:58
Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) leader Tallal Chaudhry terms PTI’s "all the deadlines and final call" bootless, saying only few thousands people were participating in the protest using one province’s government resources.
The purpose behind the government’s talks was that no more deaths took place, Chaudhry said, adding the PTI founder considered his ego superior than the national interests.
“The rebellion cannot be allowed to succeed. The protest announcement is always made at ta time when a friendly country (head) comes to Pakistan,” he said.
2024-11-26 10:49:49
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Tuesday condemned the attack on Rangers and police personnel by protesters, using a vehicle on Srinagar Highway, in Islamabad.
In a statement, he directed to immediately identify those involved in the incident and ensure they are brought to justice.
The prime minister also instructed to provide the best possible medical facilities to the Rangers and police personnel injured in the attack.
He said attacks on police and Rangers, under the guise of a so-called peaceful protest, are condemnable. He said police and Rangers are assigned to maintain law and order in the city.
Shehbaz said the anarchist group seeks bloodshed, emphasising this is not a peaceful protest, but extremism.
The PM said Pakistan cannot afford any form of chaos or bloodshed. He said bloodshed for nefarious political agenda is unacceptable and highly condemnable.
2024-11-26 09:49:09
Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Chief Minister Ali Amin Gandapur and PTI leader Omar Ayub held repeated meetings with Bushra Bibi during the protest, sources told Geo News.
These discussions reportedly took place in her vehicle, as they tried to convince her to hold the demonstration at Sangjani instead of proceeding to D-Chowk.
Despite these efforts, Bushra Bibi refused to agree, maintaining her stance to lead the protest to D-Chowk.
Reportedly, both Gandapur and Ayub, along with other party leaders, had reached a consensus with the government to hold the demonstration at Sangjani.
Even former prime minister Imran Khan, Bushra Bibi's husband, had expressed his willingness to move the protest to Sangjani in a meeting with Barristers Gohar and Saif a day earlier.
Barrister Saif conveyed Imran Khan's approval to Ali Amin Gandapur, who then informed Bushra Bibi of the decision at the Hazara Interchange rest area.
However, Bushra Bibi declined to accept this plan, insisting on continuing towards D-Chowk. Defying all advice, she signalled supporters to advance and took charge of the convoy herself.
2024-11-26 09:10:17
Federal Minister for Information, Broadcasting, National Heritage and Culture Attaullah Tarar called out PTI for pursuing the politics of “chaos and anarchy”, citing its violent conspiracy of May 9 arson.
Talking to the media at the Nur Khan Airbase, the minister said the people of Pakistan wanted the politics of progress and welfare which is manifested by the people-friendly initiatives of the government led by Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif.
2024-11-26 09:07:13
Flight operations across Pakistan faced significant disruptions today due to ongoing protests and uncertain circumstances.
At Islamabad airport, five flights were cancelled, while Karachi and Quetta flights PK-326 and PK-310 were also grounded. Additionally, Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) cancelled flight PK-369 from Karachi to Islamabad.
Special flights, including RJ-71 and RJ-72 operating between Dubai, Oman, and Islamabad, were also cancelled. Karachi airport saw delays in six flights, Faisalabad reported delays in two flights, and Sialkot recorded delays in four.
Similarly, Lahore airport experienced delays in the arrival and departure of seven flights, while five flights at Islamabad airport faced schedule disruptions.
2024-11-26 09:07:30
2024-11-26 09:01:26
The funeral prayer of police constable Muhammad Mubashir Bilal Shaheed, who was martyred by the protesters, was offered in Rawalpindi Police Lines on Monday night, Radio Pakistan reported.
The funeral was attended by Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi, senior police officials, as well as various political and social figures.
Speaking on the occasion, the interior minister praised Constable Muhammad Mubashir Bilal's sacrifice and prayed for his high ranks.
Naqvi, the Corps Commander Rawalpindi and inspector general of Punjab Police laid floral wreaths on the body of the martyred constable.
2024-11-26 09:01:21
The government has sealed D-Chowk in Islamabad with shipping containers and barbed wires, while security forces including police, rangers and FC personnel have been deployed to tackle any untoward situation.
2024-11-26 05:56:17
The Ministry of Interior has announced the deployment of the Pakistan Army in Islamabad under Article 245 of the Constitution due to increasing security concerns in the federal capital.
Authorities have issued strict directives to security forces to act decisively against agitators and miscreants while authorising them to take extreme measures such as shooting rioters on sight.
The interior ministry's notification has authorised the Pakistan Army to impose a curfew in any locality, if they deem it necessary, to maintain law and order.
After the PTI procession left from Chungi Number 26 towards D-Chow, heightened security measures have been observed in the red zone. Rangers personnel have been positioned in the red zone and media personnel have been moved away from the sensitive area.
Security personnel have been stationed across Islamabad, with some deployed on the rooftops of key buildings.
2024-11-26 04:41:16
At least four Rangers personnel were martyred after “miscreants” rammed a vehicle into them in Islamabad's Srinagar Highway in the wee hours of Tuesday, state-run APP reported citing security sources.
The well-placed sources said five others and policemen also sustained critical injuries in the attack carried out by the “PTI miscreants”.
In a statement issued on the Ministry of Interior X handle, security czar Mohsin Naqvi strongly condemned the attack on the security forces.
“Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi paid tribute to the martyred 4 jawans [soldiers] of Rangers and expressed his heartfelt sympathy,” the statement added.
2024-11-26 04:17:46
Bushra Bibi’s convoy, accompanied by the main container, has started off off towards D-Chowk on Tuesday.
The PTI activists reportedly removed shipping containers blocking the route near Metro Station 26, clearing the way for the procession.
The Red Zone has been completely sealed off, with media personnel removed from the area.
2024-11-26 02:48:49
Bushra Bibi, the wife of incarcerated PTI founder Imran Khan, insisted on progressing to D-Chowk in the federal capital, hours after Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi warned the former ruling party of "consequences" if they entered the high-security zone, sources said.
PTI Chairman Gohar Ali Khan contacted KP CM Ali Amin Gandapur and Bushra and conveyed Imran's message to them, the sources said.
In response to the message, the former first lady told Barrister Gohar that Imran had directed her to reach D-Chowk at all costs, the sources said.
She reportedly asserted that the party workers are not willing to compromise on any settlement that does not include (reaching) D-Chowk.
The sources said that the PTI founder agreed to an alternative location which his wife refused to accept.
The sources reported Bushra as saying, "Certain conspirators want to divert us from D-Chowk to another location, but this will not be accepted."
2024-11-26 01:34:41
PTI Chairman Barrister Gohar Ali Khan will soon meet Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Chief Minister Ali Amin Gandapur and Bushra Bibi, who are leading the party’s caravans to D-Chowk and convey party founder Imran Khan’s message.
Sources told Geo News that Gohar will show Imran’s video message, recorded in Adiala Jail, to his wife and the provincial chief executive.
They added that the former ruling party would announce the next course of action after the meeting.
2024-11-26 01:03:22
In late night media talk, Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi warned the PTI of consequences if they don't go to Sangjani, saying that the situation in Islamabad is already sensitive as the Belarus president is in Islamabad on official visit.
“We don’t want to take extreme steps [but] don’t cross the red line so that we are compelled to take extreme steps," he said.
The interior minister warned that the authorities would not shy from even imposing Section 245, curfew or take any other “extreme step”.
2024-11-26 00:53:28
A breakthrough is likely to occur in the negotiations between the PTI and the federal government as the former prime minister, Imran Khan, has accepted one of the proposals put forward by the regime.
Sources told Geo News that the PTI founder has recorded a video message for KP CM Ali Amin Gandapur and the party workers and supporters in a meeting with Barrister Gohar Ali Khan at Adiala Jail.
2024-11-26 00:46:32
Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi warned PTI protesters to move to Sangjani area in Islamabad, saying that otherwise the authorities will be compelled to take “extreme steps”.
“We will take extreme steps if they do not go to Sangjani,” said the minister while speaking to the media on late Monday.
The interior minister said PTI leaders met jailed party founder Imran Khan in Adiala Jail.
“As per my information they have got approval from Adiala Jail [Imran Khan],” he added.
The interior minister said the authorities would not allow the PTI to stage protest at D-Chowk.
2024-11-26 00:35:06
A PTI Chairman Barrister Gohar Ali Khan-led delegation of party leaders left Adiala Jail late Monday after meeting incarcerated former premier Imran Khan.
The party leaders apprised the PTI founder of the progress made in the talks with the government's team of negotiators.
The party leaders reached a consensus to continue their negotiations with the government team.
2024-11-25 20:10:00
The Islamabad administration has announced to close all public and private educational institutions on Tuesday (tomorrow), keeping in view of the law and order situation.
Similarly, all educational institutions will remain closed in Rawalpindi tomorrow.
2024-11-26 00:03:42
A police checkpost at Chungi No 26, Islamabad, was set on fire as Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) workers clash with police to reach D-Chowk — the main destination of the party’s "do-or-die" protest.
Authorities blamed the PTI for the act while the opposition party supporters claimed otherwise.
2024-11-25 23:39:17
Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi has categorically stated that no negotiations are taking place with the leadership of the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI).
“I want to clarify this that no negotiations are taking place,” the security czar said as he visited D-Chowk area in the federal capital.
Without divulging details of the purported talks, the interior minister said: “Wait for a few hours on talks.”
Naqvi said they were trying to protect their “own people” and warned that whoever attempted to reach D-Chowk would be arrested “definitely”.
“It is not possible that they came here [D-Chowk] and we let them go back.”
2024-11-25 23:31:15
ISLAMABAD: The Ministry of Energy (Petroleum Division) urged the Punjab government to take immediate steps after Islamabad, Rawalpindi, and Lahore faced risks of fuel shortage due to the closure of roads.
In a letter to the Punjab chief minister, the Petroleum Division demanded the government to take immediate steps for the provision of crude oil to Attock oil refinery, otherwise, it would result in an acute shortage of petroleum products in the said cities.
It urged the provincial authorities to devise a comprehensive plan to ensure uninterrupted oil supplies.
2024-11-25 23:27:47
The second round of talks between the government and the PTI is likely to take place at night, sources told Geo News.
According to the insiders,Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi took Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif into confidence regarding the talks with the Imran Khan-founded party.
Moreover, the sources said that thegovernment arranged a meeting with the PTI founder at the request of the PTI leaders.
The PTI founder will be informed about the options given by the government during the talks, said the sources, adding that the government's team will be given a response on the options after approval from the former premier.
2024-11-25 22:44:25
Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi has castigated the PTI over the martyrdom of police officer, Mubashir Bilal, during clashes with party workers at Kakla Interchange, holding "those responsible who gave the protest call".
"An FIR [first information report] will be registered against them [who gave the protest call]," he said after offering funeral prayers of martyred policeman.
Claiming that PTI protesters fired shots at the police officers, Naqvi said that it was easy to respond to bullets with bullets but the law enforcers responded with tear gas and rubber bullets.
“We promise the families of the martyrs that their blood will not go in vain”, the minister added.
2024-11-25 22:41:30
LAHORE: The Punjab government has notified an extension to restrictions on rallies, public gatherings, and sit-ins under Section 144 for three more days — from November 26 to 28.
The decision was taken to ensure the maintenance of law and order and the safety of lives and properties, a notification issued on Monday read.
It is important to mention here that the previous notification regarding the ban on public gatherings was expiring today which was issued ahead of the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf's "do-or-die" protest.
2024-11-25 22:08:45
PTI founding member Akbar S Babar has demanded for the “act” to be stopped now as the “citizens are fed up”.
Babar also called out the federal government, saying that it was not capable “to put an end to the anarchists”inthecountry.`
2024-11-25 21:59:43
Rawalpindi's Oil Tankers Association's General Secretary, Nauman Ali Butt, said that there is a fear of shortage of petroleum products in Islamabad and Rawalpindi due to suspension of supplies.
He added that oil tankers have not been able to access the petrol pumps as the roads in the twin cities havebeenclosed.
2024-11-25 21:39:27
The first round of talks between the government and the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) ended inconclusively, sources told Geo News.
Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi held negotiations with PTI leaders Barrister Gohar Ali Khan and Barrister Muhammad Ali Saif on behalf of the federal government.
They said PTI stood firm on its demand to ensure the immediate release of PTI founder Imran, who has been behind bars since August last year.
The PTI leaders, insiders said, also rejected the government's offer to hold a sit-in at the Parade Ground or Peshawar Mor in the federal capital.
The interior minister will inform Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif about the talks with the PTI leaders, sources said.
They said these is a possibility of the next round of negotiations between the government and the PTI leaders.
2024-11-25 21:22:42
2024-11-25 20:36:27
ISLAMABAD: The federal government has "offered the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) to stage sit-in at Parade Gound or Peshawar Mor" during a round of talks between Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi and the party's leaders.
Sources told Geo News that Naqvi, PTI chairman Gohar Ali Khan and Adviser to KP CM on Information Barrister Muhammad Ali Saif held negotiations at Ministers’ Enclave.
The federal government has requested the PTI leaders not to head towards Islamabad due to a business conference with Belarus investors scheduled for Tuesday (tomorrow).
They added that the PTI leaders demanded the immediate release of jailed party founder Imran Khan to make progress in talks. It is important to mention here that both leaders met Khan at Rawalpindi’s Adiala Jailearliertoday.
2024-11-25 20:11:08
All public and private educational institutions will remain closed across Rawalpindi on Tuesday (tomorrow), the city’s deputy commissioner announced on Monday.
In a statement, the government official said that the decision to close the education centres was taken in view of the law and order situation.
2024-11-25 20:03:42
PTI Islamabad region’s president Amir Mughal has asked the party workers and supporters to reach Chungi No 26 at 8:00pm.
"Those who are arriving at Chungi No 26 text me and I will tell you the meeting point," he said in a post on his official X handle.
2024-11-25 19:53:33
The Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) convoy, led by Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Chief Minister Ali Amin Gandapur, has entered the limits of Islamabad.
In a video shared on PTI Khyber Pakhtunkhwa X handle, a large convoy can be seen heading towards Islamabad with protesters carrying PTI flags.
2024-11-25 19:46:16
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharifstrongly condemned the martyrdom of a policeman during the PTI protests.
Expressing condolences to the family members, the PM prayed for the martyred Constable Mubashir.
The premier demanded the authorities concerned to identify those involved, seeking their punishment. He also directed to providebest medical facilities to police personnel injured in stone pelting and violence during protests.
"Attack on police personnel in the name of so-called peaceful protest is condemnable," he added.
2024-11-25 19:45:09
LAHORE: The City Traffic Police Lahore said on Monday that traffic flow was restored at major roads including Ring Road, as well as all entrance and exit routes of the provincial capital were opened.
A spokesperson said in a statement that Ravi Bridge, Old Ravi Bridge, and Sagian Bridge were opened and traffic movement was also allowed from Thokar Niaz Baig to Multan Road.
The other roads opened for traffic include Raiwind Road, Ferozepur Road and Gajju Matah, it added.
However, motorway, Eastern Bypass, and Babu Sabu were still closed for traffic.
2024-11-25 19:41:14
PTI workers attacked the police officials who were on duty during the protests, said the sources within the Ministry of Interior.
The sources added that Punjab Police Constable Mubashir was martyred due to head injury in violent attacks while 70 other cops sustained injuries.
The process of identifying the attackers from CCTV footage is underway, said the ministry sources, adding that they will be brought to justice at any cost.
2024-11-25 19:14:54
Federal Minister for Kashmir Affairs Amir Muqam has held PTI responsible for the economic losses incurred due to the protests.
“The PTI drowned the economy and pushed the inflation to sky-high,” he said in a statement.
“PML-N’s agenda is development while PTI’s agenda is destruction,” the minister added.
2024-11-25 18:28:23
Taking a fresh dig at Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) in the backdrop of its ongoing “do-or-die” protest, Information Minister Attaullah Tarar has said that the people have rejected the “politics of anarchy”.
Expressing his disappointment at the timing of the PTI's protest, the information minister said that Belarus President Aleksandr Lukashenko was arriving in Islamabad today on three-day state visit. He said that the visit would be very beneficial for the development of the people of Pakistan.
2024-11-25 16:40:00
At least 14 Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) workers have been booked for organising a rally in Kharal village of Narowal district on Monday.
A case was registered against the PTI protesters for taking out a rally and roadblock over the complaint of a head constable, Narowal Police spokesperson said.
The spokesperson added that police nabbed the accused and seized four vehicles.
2024-11-25 17:08:11
As PTI protesters marched towards Islamabad, the capital administration fortified the city with a large number of police personnel and road blockades such as containers to counter the rally.
2024-11-25 17:01:22
Punjab Information Minister Azma Bokhari said on Monday that the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) wanted “May 9 Part-II” in the country, saying that a police constable died in clashes with the protesters.
Addressing the hurriedly-called presser, the Punjab minister said the PTI founder’s wife Bushra Bibi was inciting violence.
Bokhari claimed that Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Chief Minister Ali Amin Gandapur, who was leading the central caravan of the PTI protesters, has vanished from the scene again.
She blamed the former first lady for using religion card to create chaos and violence in the country.
2024-11-25 16:28:28
Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) Peshawar convoy, led by Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Chief Minister Ali Amin Gandapur, has reached Brahma interchange at M-1 (the Peshawar-Islamabad motorway) amid clashes with the police.
Geo News correspondent, who is present at the spot, reported that the police fired tear gas at protesters trying to enter Rawalpindi.
2024-11-25 14:57:13
Punjab Assembly Speaker Malik Muhammad Ahmad Khan has accused the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa government of using state resources to support protests.
In a press conference, he said that this misuse of public assets is a matter of concern.
Reflecting on past events, the PA speaker mentioned that false cases had been filed against his party's leadership, aiming to tarnish their reputation. He further criticised the PTI for repeatedly mocking the country's institutions and politicians.
The speaker, who is also a leader of the PML-N, warned that those responsible for spreading anarchy and chaos cannot be considered well-wishers of the nation.
The speaker further added that the existence of the PTI founder is rooted in chaos and disruption. Malik added that only a few individuals, within a population of millions, are indulging in disruptive activities.
2024-11-25 14:51:56
PTI workers clashed with Punjab police personnel at Pathargarh where a large contingent of LEAs have been deployed who are using tear gas against former ruling party's workers to deter their advance.
2024-11-25 14:44:08
Sindh Information Minister Sharjeel Memon, in a press conference, slammed the PTI-led Khyber Pakhtunkhwa government for using state machinery for protests.
He pointed out that when PPP leader Faryal Talpur was sent to jail, neither the Sindh government nor the people of the province mobilised any groups for a protest.
Memon emphasised that the Sindh government had not used any state machinery for personal interests. In contrast, he noted that resources from the KP government were being used in the protests, raising concerns about the misuse of public assets.
He also said that the people had rejected the November 24 protest call, adding that no one from Sindh voluntarily joined the opposition's demonstration.
The information minister further questioned who suffered from the internet shutdown, implying that it was the public who faced the consequences, not the political leaders.
Memon accused PTI founder Imran Khan of attempting to disrupt the peace, saying that from behind bars, he trying to prevent the public from remaining calm and composed.
2024-11-25 14:19:02
2024-11-25 14:17:12
Barristers Gohar Khan and Saif held a 90-minute meeting with PTI founder Imran Khan in Rawalpindi's Adiala jail.
Following the meeting, Barrister Gohar described it as significant. Barrister Gohar confirmed to journalists that the PTI founder’s call for protest is final and dismissed any rumours about it being called off.
When asked by a journalist about the details of the ongoing negotiations, Gohar responded that updates would be provided soon and assured that the talks were underway.
2024-11-25 14:08:50
Two cases have been filed against Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) founder Imran Khan, his wife Bushra Bibi, and several party leaders at the Nishatabad Police Station in Faisalabad.
According to police, the cases also name key PTI figures, including Ali Amin Gandapur, Umar Ayub, Arif Alvi, Sahibzada Hamid Raza, and 250 unidentified individuals. Assembly members Junaid Afzal Sahi, Hassan Zaka Niazi, Basharat Dogar, Latif Nazar, and Nadeem Sadiq Dogar have also been implicated, alongside Ahmad Mujtaba, Rana Abdul Razzaq, Ismail Sila, Sheikh Shahid Javed, and Latif Nazar Gujar.
As part of the investigation, police have arrested 12 protesters and seized two cars and three motorcycles. The authorities accuse the demonstrators of engaging in violent demonstrations that endangered public safety.
2024-11-25 13:40:22
A case has been registered against 81 PTI workers and 200 unidentified persons, police said.
The case was filed at Shahpur City police station on the complaint of Sub-Inspector Muhammad Azam.
Among those named in the FIR are MNA Malik Shafqat Abbas Awan and Usama Ghayas. Punjab Assembly members Ali Asif Bhaga and Ansar Haral have also been implicated in the case.
The police further said that over 80 PTI workers have been arrested by Shahpur City police. The charges include rioting, making inflammatory speeches, and creating unrest in the area.
2024-11-25 13:15:59
Sindh Minister for Energy, Planning and Development Nasir Hussain Shah has said that peaceful protests and rallies should be allowed.
Speaking at IBA University Sukkur, the PPP leader said that to them the PML-N was the same as the PTI.
2024-11-25 12:56:49
PTI leadership, as per sources, has reached Rawalpindi's Adiala jail to meet incarcerated founder Imran Khan as party convoys continue their journey towards Islamabad.
The party delegation includes party Chairman Barrister Gohar Khan and Adviser to KP CM on Information Barrister Mohammad Ali Saif, added the sources.
2024-11-25 12:55:16
PTI founder Imran Khan’s wife Bushra Bibi addressed the party’s supporters accompanying her in the march toward Islamabad during their stop near Hazara Interchange. She urged the PTI protesters to continue the journey till the release of former prime minister.
“It’s not just about my husband. It is about the country and its leader,” she said, pledging to stand till her last breath.
2024-11-25 12:15:31
2024-11-25 12:48:10
A new case has been registered against PTI founder Imran Khan, his wife Bushra Bibi, his sister Aleema Khan, and Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Chief Minister Ali Amin Gandapur.
The case was filed at the Dhamial police station in Rawalpindi, according to the police.
The FIR includes charges under anti-terrorism laws along with 14 other sections. It names 200 individuals, including prominent PTI figures such as Arif Alvi, Asad Qaiser, Umar Ayub, and Hammad Azhar.
The FIR alleges that the suspects blocked Chakri Road by burning tyres, raised provocative slogans to incite fear and unrest, and attacked police officers with stones and firearms.
It also says that Aleema delivered a protest message on behalf of the PTI founder, urging people to join the demonstration on November 24.
According to the FIR, Bushra Bibi’s directives led to people taking to the streets in an agitated state. Despite Section 144 being in effect, the accused disrupted public order and created chaos in the area.
2024-11-25 12:38:28
Punjab Information Minister Azma Bukhari has claimed that the death toll in Parachinar and Kurram has reached 80, as she questioned the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa government's priorities during such unrest.
In a press conference, she said that Punjab police had detained 80 individuals across the province for violating Section 144. She mocked the low turnout at the opposition leader’s latest call for protest, claiming that only 80 people showed up, calling it a significant embarrassment for the party.
Bukhari praised Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz for her efforts to provide relief to the public while accusing the PTI of instigating unrest. She highlighted the public's rejection of "fitna calls," implying widespread disapproval of PTI's actions. She also remarked on the absence of Aleema baji, whom she had been searching for since yesterday.
2024-11-25 12:34:43
The Islamabad administration has declared the CIA building in I-9 as a sub-jail, a notification issued by the Chief Commissioner of Islamabad said.
According to the notification, the CIA building has been designated as a sub-jail under Section 3 of the Prisoner Act 1894. The approval for this move was granted by the Ministry of Law and Parliamentary Affairs.
2024-11-25 12:34:19
The metro bus service and the ring road in Lahore have been shut down, causing significant inconvenience for commuters.
Traffic flow on major roads in Lahore has been heavily impacted, with congestion reported in several areas.
2024-11-25 12:33:53
Azma Bukhari, Punjab's information minister, mentioned that six police personnel were injured, and a police van was destroyed at Khanna Pul during PTI's protest.
She described PTI as neither peaceful nor political, citing an earlier protest where a police officer lost his life and an incident at Mianwali Interchange where fires were set.
Bukhari criticised the lack of mobilisation among PTI's 104 MPAs in Punjab, questioning their absence from the streets. She also mocked Bushra Bibi for failing to attract an audience during her speech and noted the absence of any revolutionary spirit in Lahore or Punjab yesterday.
Labelling the situation as a ploy to secure an NRO, Bukhari asserted that PTI's efforts would yield no results. Meanwhile, she said, life in Punjab remained largely unaffected, with schools in Lahore open as usual and intercity routes experiencing some restrictions.
2024-11-25 12:27:34
With the government employing measures to stop the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf's (PTI) march to Islamabad, social media users across the country are facing hindrances while accessing the platforms.
Although hours have passed, the cause of the outage remains unknown, and no official notification has been issued, raising questions about its timing.
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2024-11-25 12:08:35
Police on Monday said they had arrested 20 activists of the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) during a raid for their alleged involvement in attacking police.
Whereas, they said, MNAs Shafqat Awan and Ansar managed to flee.
Police said the rally's participants coming from Sargodha had pelted cops with stones on Jhelum Bridge.
The suspects had hidden in Arif Town of Joharabad area after crossing the bridge, said police.
2024-11-25 12:03:25
Shaukat Yousafzai, a senior leader of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI), has criticised the government's actions saying, "we are coming to Islamabad, yet they have even shut down Lahore," highlighting the extensive security measures taken by authorities.
Speaking about negotiations, Yousafzai explained, "flexibility naturally arises during negotiations," but added that "forcing people into submission and then asking for talks is not acceptable."
Yousafzai warned that "the government's behaviour is not political," claiming that "this attitude will destroy the political culture" in Pakistan. He further blamed the ruling parties, stating, "PML-N and PPP will be responsible for the damage caused to the country."
2024-11-25 11:54:37
Rana Ihsaan Afzal Khan, serving as Coordinator to the Prime Minister, assured the public that "everything is normal in Faisalabad" and "the situation in Lahore is under control."
Addressing concerns about internet disruptions, he confirmed that "there is no internet shutdown in Faisalabad or Lahore," and IT companies are "operating without any disruption to the internet."
Commenting on security measures, he acknowledged that "containers have been placed on intercity routes" as precautionary steps given the current political climate. He criticised Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI), claiming that "PTI is responsible for the difficulties people are facing" and that "a failed call for protest was given in Punjab."
2024-11-25 11:35:33
In Rawalpindi, internet services have been partially restored, but users continue to face slow speeds across various areas.
Meanwhile, all main roads and connecting alleys leading from Rawalpindi to Islamabad remain completely blocked.
Specifically, streets and routes connecting Murree Road to other parts of the city have been sealed, and the area near Shamsabad has been cordoned off using containers.
While shops in areas outside Murree Road have started reopening, businesses along Murree Road itself remain shut, adding to the ongoing disruptions in the city.
2024-11-25 11:20:04
The Board of Intermediate and Secondary Education (BISE) Rawalpindi has postponed intermediate practical exams scheduled for Monday as the federal government has announced public holiday in the twin cities, owing to the activities related to the PTI protest.
Controller Examinations Tanveer Asghar Awan confirmed that the exams had been postponed because of the public holiday.
"New date for practical exams will be announced later," he said.
However, he said, practical exams in the other districts, except Rawalpindi, would be held as per the date sheet.
Practical exams for Intermediate’s Physics, Health and Physical Education were to be held today.
2024-11-25 11:15:05
A number of cases were registered against PTI founder Imran Khan and other members of the party leadership in different cities of Punjab.
At least 45 people including Khan were booked in a case registered in Faisalabad, under ATA-7 and other sections of the penal code. 35 people were also arrested for charges against attack on police and damage of property.
Meanwhile, Khan was booked in a separate case alongside his spouse Bushra Bibi, sister Aleema Khan and KP CM Ali Amin Gandapur in Taxila. Former presiden Arif Alvi, Leader of the opposition in National Assembly Omar Ayub and others have also been accused in the case registered under 13 sections including terrorism charges.
Moreover, a separate terrorism case was registered against Khan, PTI workers among 40 nominated and 100 unidentified men in Gujranwala.
2024-11-25 11:04:12
Internet users have complained that internet service is severely disrupted in several areas of Quetta and in its suburbs.
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Transporters have decried the closure of bus depots which has resulted in financial losses.
Noting that bus depots have been closed for four days, President All Pakistan Public Transport Owners Federation said that they have suffered millions in losses.
Stressing the transporters did not have any political affiliation, the official lamented not being contacted by the government.
The remarks come as bus depots including the General Bus Stand and those at Badami Bagh and Band Road remain closed amid government restrictions due to the PTI's protest.
2024-11-25 10:24:37
The mobile phone services were reportedly restored in the twin cities. However, the data service remained suspended due to security concerns.
Section 144 remains in place to ensure law and order in the garrison town.
2024-11-25 10:21:05
As the PTI's Islamabad protest call enters the second day, the ways connecting the federal capital to Rawalpindi remained shut for the movement, with all educational institutions in the twin cities closed.
The entry and exit points in the federal capital and Pindi are under strict surveillance as the PTI convoys from Khyber Pakhtunkhwa and other parts of the country head towards the Centre.
The road closures, however, caused extreme inconvenience to the residents, especially the ailing people who couldn't reach hospitals.
Meanwhile, special security squads patrolled the garrison town and additional personnel was deployed at 33 key entry points including Rawat, Mundra, Chakri and Chongi no 26.
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Islamabad braces for the inflow of the PTI protesters as the convoy led by KP CM Ali Amin Gandapur has crossed the Hazara Interchange and is heading towards the federal capital.
PTI founder Imran Khan's wife Bushra Bibi is also accompanying the convoy.
Meanwhile, shelling was reported at Pathargarh as the PTI protesters who reached this point ahead of the convoy clashed with police and removed the obstacles placed to stop them.
However, the speed of the convoy is very slow and obstacles may further delay its arrival.
It is being reported that the number of protesters is lesser than those who joined PTI's previous protests.
2024-11-25 09:34:48
PTI protesters charged sticks on KP CM Ali Amin Gandapur's container near Ghazi Barotha Bridge last night.
2024-11-25 08:47:33
Opposition leader Omar Ayub and former Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Assembly speaker Mushtaq Ghani are leading PTI workers' convoy from Hazara Division.
Ghani said they had come fully prepared and they would not return until their demands were met.
2024-11-25 08:45:54
Police on Monday said traffic at Sindh-Punjab border was restored after road was opened.
However, they said, vehicles were stuck in traffic which had created blockage. “Traffic is still complete block and queues of vehicles up to several kilometers have formed,” said police.
2024-11-25 08:44:17
LAHORE: Punjab Information Minister Azma Bokhari has said that the people of Punjab have rejected the 'Fitna and the Fitna Party', The News reported.
'I didn’t see a single revolutionary from PTI in Lahore. No significant movement of PTI workers has been reported anywhere in Punjab either,' she said.
Azma Bokhari added that the PTI leadership in Lahore was missing, and there were no reports of people taking to the streets.
2024-11-25 08:43:45
Protests by the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) have drawn widespread criticism from traders and students, who deem the demonstrations illegal and detrimental to their daily lives which have severely impacted the local economy and hindered students'' access to education, The News reported on Monday.
Traders and students have strongly condemn the PTI protests, labelling them ‘senseless’ and detrimental to the economy and education.
“The protests have brought economic and educational activities to a standstill, causing significant disruptions to daily life,” said a student.
2024-11-25 08:30:42
In response to a call by the founder of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI), Imran Khan, protest rallies and demonstrations were organised by PTI across various cities in the US state of Texas, including Houston, Dallas, Austin, and Plano. A large number of men and women participated in these protests.
In Houston, PTI leaders Sajjad Burki and Atif Khan addressed the demonstrators, while in Dallas, speeches were delivered by Nadeem Zaman, Lubna Khan, Hafiz Riaz Hussain, and Nazia Khan.
The speakers demanded the immediate release of PTI founder Imran Khan and all innocent political prisoners, the repeal of the 26th constitutional amendment, the restoration of democracy and constitutional rights in Pakistan, and the return of the public mandate.
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The Lahore administration has partially restored traffic in different parts of the mega city in the early hours of Monday.
The traffic was partially restored near Data Darbar, Azadi Chowk ,Shahdara and others areas of the city.
2024-11-25 04:11:04
The police fired teargas shells at a PTI’s convoy led by KP Chief Minister Ali Amin Gandapur near Dhok Ghar.
2024-11-25 02:43:00
PTI's main convoy led by Khyber Pakhtunkhwa’s firebrand Chief Minister Ali Amin Gandapur has crossed the Ghazi Barotha bridge in the wee hours of Monday.
2024-11-25 02:17:16
PTI MNA Sher Ali Arbab has claimed that the supporters of the former ruling party have cleared the Ghazi Barotha bridge.
Taking to his X handle, Arbab said: “Ghazi Barotha bridge has been cleared by PTI workers. Police ran away.”
2024-11-25 01:42:10
PTI supporters have set bushes on fire to keep themselves warm in cold weather conditions near Ghazi Barotha.
2024-11-25 01:10:27
Islamabad Inspector General of Police (IGP) Syed Ali Nasir Rizvi visited the security division command and control centre to review the law and order situation in the federal capital.
He also issued instructions to the police officers.
2024-11-25 00:54:19
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Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) founder Imran Khan's wife Bushra Bibi and KP Chief Minister Ali Amin Gandapur are leading the central caravan of the protesters heading towards Islamabad for a "do-or-die" protest.
A video showed the former first lady standing on the container along with CM Gandapur and boosting the morale of the PTI workers.
2024-11-24 23:41:25
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Strongly reacting to the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf's "do-or-die" protest in Islamabad, the federal ministers have termed it an "illegal and unnecessary", claiming most of the opposition party leaders and workers are "courting their arrest to avoid their participation in the so-called final call".
Information Minister Ataullah Tarar said that as per information came from Punjab and Islamabad, most of the former ruling party's top and low tiers leaders were voluntarily surrendering to the police for their arrest to avoid participation in the Islamabad protest.
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2024-11-24 23:17:24
PML-N’s Khyber Pakhtunkhwa spokesperson Ikhtiar Wali Khan has claimed that KP Chief Minister Ali Amin Gandapur and Imran Khan’s spouse, Bushra Bibi, who were leading the PTI’s Peshawar convoy to Islamabad, have "ran away from the caravan".
"Gandapur could not reach Burhan [Interchange] from Swabi in five hours," he said, claiming that 1,500 to 2,000 people, including the government employees, were part of the convoy.
Furthermore, he alleged that the party workers were returning due to "slow pace" of PTI leadership.
2024-11-24 22:17:32
Pakistan suffers a whopping loss of Rs190 billion daily due to the closure of roads and shutdowns triggered by opposition's protest calls, said Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb
The minister's comments come as the opposition party is marching towards Islamabad to stage "do-or-die" protest at Islamabad’s D-Chowk on the call of PTI founder Imran Khan.
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2024-11-24 21:42:16
Member of the National Assembly and PTI leader Sheikh Waqas Akram demands to know the “decision of the Islamabad High Court”, saying that they "have not received any order” from the court.
Touching on the topic of negotiating with the government on Geo News programme "Naya Pakistan", he added that “we have been engaged with the government” and that “they should have accepted our legitimate demands".
2024-11-24 21:39:07
Amid the road closures in Islamabad due to the PTI protest, German Embassy in Islamabad will remain closed tomorrow (Monday), Ambassador Alfred Grannas said in a statement.
“Due to the current closures in the Islamabad area the visa sections of the German Embassy in Islamabad will remain closed on Monday, 25 November,” the envoy wrote on his official X handle.
“Applicants are kindly asked not to appear for their appointment. Appointments will be rescheduled.”
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All the educational institutions in Murree will remain closed tomorrow (Monday) and an official notification in this regard will be issued shortly, said Deputy Commissioner Murree Agha Zaheer Abbas Shirazi.
The notification will be applied to all public and private institutions of the district, he added.
“The decision of educational institute closure has been made due to the current situation,” the DC said.
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A ministerial delegation led by Belarus Minister of Foreign Affairs Maxim Ryzhenkov arrived in Islamabad on Sunday for a high-level visit during which several agreements and memoranda of understanding (MoUs) would be signed.
Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi welcomed the 68-member delegation at the airport. Additional Foreign Secretary Shafqat Ali Khan and Pakistani Ambassador to Belarus Sajjad Haider Khan were also present.
Moreover, the President of the Republic of Belarus, Aleksandr Grigorievich Lukashenko, will land in Pakistan tomorrow on a visit from November 25 to 27.
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RAWALPINDI: All educational institutions will remain closed across Rawalpindi on Monday (tomorrow), said the city's deputy commissioner on Sunday.
The Rawalpindi DC said that the closure of educational institutions was decided given the law and order situation.
This announcement was made amid ongoing protests by the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) in major cities to demand the release of the party founder Imran Khan, who has been incarcerated for more than one year at Adiala Jail.
It is important to mention here that the Islamabad administration has also made the same announcement today.
2024-11-24 19:06:26
Leader of Pakistan Muslim League (N) Amir Muqam slams Tehreek-e-Insaf for its “anarchic” politics.
“Tehreek-e-Insaf is doing politics of anarchy,” he said.
Member of the PMLN party highlighted that people are facing difficulties as the entire Pakistan is closed and that PTI is an “evil group” that “wants chaos in the country”.
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Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi has conducted an aerial visit of Islamabad, Rawalpindi, and Attock to review security arrangements amid Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf’s (PTI) protest.
During the aerial visit, the security czar also reviewed the overall situation on the Swabi-Pathargarh motorway section and expressed satisfaction over the security measures.
2024-11-24 18:15:39
SWABI: Former National Assembly speaker Asad Qaiser said the PTI does not accept the 26th Constitutional Amendment, stressing that the country has been pushed toward anarchy.
Addressing the party workers in Swabi, Qaiser said they are not anyone's "slaves" who are dictated from the outside.
He said that the party has topromise that it will not back down from its demands.
2024-11-24 17:55:55
All educational institutions will remain closed in Islamabad tomorrow (Monday), the district administration said on Sunday.
The decision has been taken in view of the prevailing situation, it added.
The administration said the notification will be applicable to all educational institutions in the federal capital.
2024-11-24 17:38:09
Deputy Prime Minister Ishaq Dar has castigated Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) over repeated calls for strikes, terming them as "well-thought out conspiracy" against the country’s prestige.
In a statement, the foreign minister said that the former ruling party announced its protests at a time when important global personalities were on visit to Pakistan.
"Whether it was October 14th on the occasion of Chinese premier’s visit or on October 15-16 when the heads of government of SCO arrived to participate in high- level event," he noted.
Similarly, Dar said, the Belarusian President was due on Monday on his official visit to Pakistan and prior to it, Belarusian ministers and business delegation were also arriving today.
2024-11-24 17:29:55
Information Minister Ataullah Tarar has said the PTI leaders approached the authorities and asked them to take them into custody.
“Many people are voluntarily offering arrests,” the minister said.
2024-11-24 17:15:29
Sadaqat Ali Abbasi, former leader of the Pakistan Tehreek-i-Insaf (PTI), has been arrested from Faizabad interchange.
The police took Abbasi in a prison van, with the latter saying that he was going home and had nothing to do with the protest.
2024-11-24 16:54:24
Vowing action against "miscreants", Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi has confirmed that the police have arrested a number of protesters from Faizabad interchange.
2024-11-24 16:31:53
Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi has said that the government would not allow anyone to disturb peace, vowing to arrest protesters trying to reach Islamabad.
"Anyone who spread chaos will be arrested," the security czar said, adding that the government would not be afraid of anyone.
Furthermore, Naqvi said that mobile data internet is suspended while cellular services are operational.
2024-11-24 16:40:10
HARIPUR: Leader of the Opposition in the National Assembly and PTI leader, Omar Ayub Khan, before leaving for Islamabad, said that their goal is to reach the capital.
"Convoys from Abbottabad and Mansehra will also travel with us," said the PTI leader, adding that their mission is to release the PTI founder.
2024-11-24 15:36:20
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Police detained 16 individuals from Faizabad, Islamabad as part of efforts to manage Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) protestors.
To disperse PTI workers gathered in the area, law enforcement fired aerial shots. Authorities continue to enforce strict measures to maintain order amid the ongoing demonstrations.
2024-11-24 15:20:22
The PTI supporters marching towards Islamabad to join today's protest clashed with the police in Gujranwala, when the latter tried to take PTI's district president Mian Arqam into custody.
Police said that the protesters subjected the cops to violence, freed Arqam and fled.
2024-11-24 15:17:26
Advisor to Chief Minister Khyber Pakhtunkhwa on Information and Public Relations Barrister Saif has alleged that the federal government fired at machinery intended for clearing these barriers last night and even attempted to set it on fire.
According to Barrister Saif, PTI successfully thwarted the attempt to sabotage the machinery, ensuring their preparations for the protest remain on track.
He added that full arrangements have been made to remove obstacles hindering PTI's protest.
2024-11-24 14:55:24
Former first lady Bushra Bibi is part of the convoy heading towards Islamabad, confirmed Provincial Minister Pakhtoon Yar Khan.
He also said that Chief Minister of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Ali Amin Gandapur, is leading a convoy.
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Police have arrested MNA Rai Hassan Nawaz in Chichawatni, along with former nazim Rana Mubashir and former bar secretary Rana Jawad.
According to police officials, the detained individuals have been transferred to the Fatah Sher Police Station in Sahiwal. The arrests come amid heightened security measures in the region.
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Jamaat-e-Islami spokesperson Aamir Baloch on Sunday said several workers of the JI had been rounded up in the spree of arrests in different areas.
“There are reports of arrest of multiple individuals belonging to JI in Islamabad as well, while some of our activists have gone missing in various areas,” Baloch said.
JI worker Sohaib Arshad was arrested from Jhangi Syedan Bazaar. Common citizens were also being arrested as police nabbed whoever went to the market, he said, demanding release of common citizens including JI supporters.
2024-11-24 12:48:53
Mahmood Khan Achakzai-led opposition alliance Tehreek-e-Tahafuz Ayeen-e-Pakistan (TTAP) has decided against becoming part of the former ruling party's protest.
According to well-placed sources in the PTI and the TTAP, the alliance's leaders hold a different viewpoint — as opposed to the PTI — and want a mutually agreed upon date reached via a consensus to hold the protest with a different mode altogether.
It is said thatAchakzai, Sardar Akhtar Mengal and Allama Raja Nasir Abbaswanted all the opposition parties, including Maulana Fazlur Rehman's Jamiat Ulem-e-Islam (JUI-F), to be a part of any movement for the restoration of democracy, the Constitution and an independent parliament.
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2024-11-24 13:43:17
Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) leaders have begun gathering at the Chief Minister's House, sources report. Among those present are Provincial Ministers Pakhtoon Yar Khan and Shah Farman, Special Assistant to the Chief Minister Mashal Yousafzai, and PTI leader Sanam Javed.
Chief Minister Ali Amin Gandapur is scheduled to depart for Islamabad at 2 PM to join the party's planned "do-or-die" protest, sources confirm.
2024-11-24 13:35:44
Islamabad Inspector General Ali Nasir Rizvi said there were obstacles but the movement of people had not been stopped.
“Our job is to maintain the law and order and we are ensuring people’s commuting,” he said, talking to media during his visit to the D-Chowk in Islamabad today.
Purpose of the security plan was to thwart any untoward incident, the IG said, adding police was ready to deal with any mischief.
2024-11-24 13:20:59
The Babu Sabu Interchange has been closed for three consecutive days amid Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) protests.
Containers and barbed wire block roads leading to the motorway, while a heavy police presence, including prisoner vans and water cannons, underscores the heightened security measures in place.
2024-11-24 13:18:56
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) has called on X owner Elon Musk to deploy Starlink internet services in Pakistan in the wake of the internet disruptions reported across the country ahead of the party's planned "do-or-die" protest in Islamabad today (Sunday)
In a statement posted on the official PTI website, the party addressed Musk directly, writing, “Hey Elon elonmusk!”.
The post states that millions of Pakistanis are marching for the restoration of democracy, protection of the constitution, and upholding of human rights this Sunday, November 24.
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MULTAN: Police have detained Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) Members of Assembly Aamir Dogar, Zain Qureshi, and Moeen Riaz. Authorities confirm that the lawmakers were en route to Islamabad to participate in the party’s planned protest.
According to the police, the leaders were taken into custody as a preventive measure, citing potential threats to public order.
2024-11-24 13:04:47
PTI's protests and sit-ins over the past 18 months have incurred significant financial and logistical burdens on the government, costing over Rs2 billion, according to official figures obtained from government sources.
These protests, which began on May 9 last year, have taken a heavy toll on public funds, state infrastructure, and security personnel. The party has now announced that it will be holding a protest on November 24 (Sunday), which will also cost dearly to the national exchequer.
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2024-11-24 12:59:02
In Chichawatni, police have surrounded the vehicle of Member of the National Assembly (MNA) Rai Hassan Nawaz Khan. Despite this, Khan remains resolute, saying, "We will reach Islamabad at all costs."
Additionally, authorities have detained 10 PTI workers in the area.
2024-11-24 12:45:38
Border check-posts on arteries connecting Sindh to Punjab and Balochistan to Punjab have been closed, leading to a long queue of vehicles on both sides of the national thoroughfare.
People travelling in passenger buses and carrying goods are facing immense trouble due to road closures at various points as the government has taken several measures to contain the PTI’s protest.
Police said the check-posts were closed viewing the law and order situation.
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As the authorities brace for the PTI's protest, officials have blocked several roads to deter PTI workers from reaching Islamabad which include;
2024-11-24 10:42:43
Additional Inspector General (AIG) Karachi Police Javed Alam Odho on Sunday cancelled leaves of police officials and other staff, including the weekly off, amid PTI’s protest call for today.
The Karachi police chief summoned all the DIGs, SSPs and other staff and directed the SPs, DSPs and SHOs to remain on duty at their respective police stations.
Leaves of the investigation in-charges and other clerical staff have also been cancelled.
“Ensure attendance as on a working day today. The police officials on leaves and weekly off should also be on duty,” AIG Odho ordered.
2024-11-24 10:37:57
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Amid reported communications disruptions in Islamabad and Rawalpindi ahead of PTI’s “do-or-die protest”, various cities across the country, including Karachi, also witnessed internet and mobile phone services interruption since last night.
Here is a city-wise overview of communications services:
However, a spokesperson of the Ministry of Interior said that the internet or cellular services suspension would be considered only in the areas with serious security risks, while communications will remain unhindered in rest of the country.
2024-11-24 10:30:54
The Punjab and Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) border has been entirely sealed by police, at Attock Khurd. A heavy contingent has been deployed at the checkpoint to enforce the closure. As a result, traffic on the Punjab-KP road is at a standstill, forcing many passengers to proceed on foot to their destinations.
Meanwhile, the Motorway M1 has been completely closed to all types of traffic from the Peshawar Toll Plaza due to heavy fog, the Motorway Police have confirmed. Authorities stated that the motorway will remain closed until visibility improves, after which it will be reopened for regular traffic.
2024-11-24 10:30:36
Police said more than 300 PTI activists had been arrested in Multan amid the party’s call for march on Islamabad.
2024-11-24 10:19:50
Islamabad IG has warned of strict action against anyone involved in violation of law and order situation and Section-144 imposed in the capital city. He said that public gatherings, protests or rallies remain restricted in Islamabad under Section 144, therefore cases under serious offences will be registered against miscreants.
Earlier, Information Minister Ataullah Tarar said that “whoever comes to Islamabad will be arrested”.
2024-11-24 10:16:46
Lahore grapples with severe traffic disruptions as widespread closures have been enforced in preparation for Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf's (PTI) protest.
Bus terminals on Bund Road have remained closed for two consecutive days. The entry and exit points of Lahore are heavily barricaded with containers, restricting the movement of vehicles and people. Key locations such as Thokar Niaz Baig, Babu Sabu Interchange, Sagian Bridge, Bhatti Chowk, and Shahdara Chowk have also been sealed off.
The Metro Bus service remains entirely suspended for the second day. Barriers have been placed on the Metro Bus tracks to block routes, effectively halting operations.
2024-11-24 10:12:31
Sindh Governor Kamran Khan Tessori said the PTI rally amounted to going in circles and after going in circles they would return to from where they had come.
Talking to Geo News in London today, Tessori said Pakistan was striving to achieve economic stability in cooperation with the friendly countries.
“Whatever the PTI will do will neither be liked by the friendly countries nor by the Pakistani people. This is a political and emotional last over game. After that, the over will be over," he said, rubbishing PTI leaders’ statements as political talks.
Reprimanding spouse of PTI founder Imran Khan for remarks against brotherly country Saudi Arabia, Tessori said even her party did not own Bushra Bibi’s statement.
“Saudi Arabia is a friendly country that has always rescued Pakistan from difficult situations. We have long-standing religious and brotherly relations with Saudi Arabia,” he said.
The governor said the PTI leaders' statements showed their frustration. Even if something had happened, the PTI founding chairman had taken oath as the prime minister not to reveal the secrets, he added.
“If the PTI founder told such a thing to Bushra Bibi then he breeched the oath,” he said, terming it against national autonomy and integrity.
2024-11-24 10:01:21
Users in Islamabad are facing partial disruptions in internet services at various locations, while it remains unhindered in neighbouring Rawalpindi.
Meanwhile, mobile services also remain fully operational in Rawalpindi.
2024-11-24 09:58:55
In view of PTI's protest in Islamabad, CPEC Daud Khel Interchange has been closed by placing a container and a heavy police force has been deployed.
2024-11-24 09:51:46
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The Islamabad-Peshawar Motorway (M1) has been completely closed to civilian traffic, In anticipation of a planned protest by Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI).
Access is currently restricted to vehicles belonging to the Police, Rangers, and Frontier Constabulary (FC).
Despite the motorway closure, the Srinagar Highway and routes leading to the airport remain open to facilitate essential travel.
These measures are part of a broader strategy to maintain public order during the PTI's planned protest.
The Islamabad administration has also sealed multiple entry and exit points to the Red Zone.
2024-11-24 09:36:11
PTI Secretary Information Sheikh Waqas Akram said armed masked men stopped their crane, dumper and other vehicles on motorway.
Talking to Geo News today, Akram said the suspects took their drivers forcibly with them in their vehicles.
As per the motorway police, the masked suspects tried to torch the vehicles, he said.
2024-11-24 09:25:43
Islamabad administration has closed the Embassy Road, placing curbs near D-Chowk, as Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaaf (PTI) plans protest in city.
The demonstration has led to significant disruptions, with the stretch from Polyclinic Hospital to D-Chowk rendered inaccessible to vehicles and pedestrians. The authorities implemented the closures citing public safety.
Security personnel have also been deployed to maintain order and prevent any untoward incidents during the protest.
2024-11-24 07:35:28
The leadership of the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) has unanimously decided that today's protest will go ahead as planned and it will neither be postponed nor will it be wrapped up before gaining its objectives.
The PTI leaders earlier today held a high-level meeting at the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Chief Minister’s House to finalise the strategy for today’s planned protest.
The Imran Khan-led party's key figures including parliamentarians from Punjab and Khyber Pakhtunkhwa discussed the current political situation in detail.
Read the full story here.
2024-11-24 07:34:23
Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Chief Minister Ali Amin Gandapur has said that he will arrive in Swabi today at 3pm to oversee the preparations for the planned protest and lead the party's march to Islamabad.
The chief minister also directed the party's activists intending to attend the march to reach Swabi by 3pm.
Earlier, key leaders of the former ruling party outlined the final strategy for today’s protest during a crucial meeting held at the Chief Minister’s House in Peshawar.
2024-11-24 02:29:40
Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Chief Minister Ali Amin Gandapur said that he would personally lead all PTI caravans departing from the province to participate in the party’s march to Islamabad.
“The PTI’s protest will take place today. We will leave for Islamabad,” the firebrand leader told Geo News.
The protest will continue until all demands are met, he added.
2024-11-24 02:02:16
The Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) has yet to respond to ongoing negotiations following the Islamabad High Court’s (IHC) verdict, sources said, adding that talks between the former ruling party and the government reportedly stalled following a video statement by Bushra Bibi, wife of imprisoned PTI founder Imran Khan.
The sources revealed that several key political figures, including Adviser to the Prime Minister on Political and Public Affairs Rana Sanaullah and Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi, reached out to PTI representatives. One of these figures reportedly consulted with Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif regarding the negotiation process.
PTI leaders, including Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Chief Minister Ali Amin Gandapur, viewed the government negotiators' approach as constructive, the sources added. However, the PTI’s insistence on the immediate release of Imran Khan from jail remains a significant hurdle in success of the talks.
The sources said that the path might be paved for Imran's release by buying some more time for negotiations, and in the meantime, more alternative options may be put on the table for talks between the PTI and the government.
2024-11-24 01:54:15
The Murree administration has dug a big pit on the Lower Deval Srinagar road for PTI's convoys coming from Kashmir.
The road between Lower Topa to Kohala is completely closed for all types of vehicular traffic.
2024-11-23 23:21:17
The Islamabad Capital Territory police have launched a search and combing operation in the federal capital as the PTI geared up for its “do-or-die” protest.
According to sources, the police conducted raids at guest houses and hostels to arrest the PTI’s supporters.
At least 70 workers of the PTI were taken into custody from the limits of Karachi Company, 60 arrested from the limits of Kohsar police station, 20 from Barakahu and 25 from limits of Ramna police station.
In addition to this, 40 PTI supporters were arrested from the limits of Tarnol police station and 45 from Lohi Bhair police station.
2024-11-23 23:13:52
PTI Central Information Secretary Sheikh Waqas Akram has said that their engagements with the authorities about the party's “do-or-die” protest could not be transformed into negotiations.
Talking to Geo News, Akram said that they were fully prepared to stage countrywide protests, adding that they would record their protest on November 24 come what may.
“People from across the country will reach Islamabad. We will not return until our demands are not accepted,” he added.
2024-11-23 22:53:11
The Establishment Division wrote a letter to the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa chief secretary, saying the police and administrative officers posted in the capital should refrain from facilitating protests, sources told Geo News.
According to sources, disciplinary action will be taken against federal officers involved in facilitating the protest. Their promotions and privileges will be affected, they added.
"Future appointments of officers involved in facilitating protests will be affected," said the letter as per sources.
2024-11-23 22:52:40
The Ministry of Interior has said that the suspension of internet services will be determined only in areas of security concerns.
The internet and mobile services will remain operational in rest of the country.
2024-11-23 22:47:45
CHAMAN: A PTI spokesperson alleged that police tried to stop a convoy going to Islamabad.
The convoy had clash with the law enforces after they stopped it, the spokesperson added.
2024-11-23 22:11:44
Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) Chairman Barrister Gohar Ali Khan confirmed on Saturday that he talked to Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi over phone, however, they did not discuss anything to postpone the party’s November 24 protest.
Speaking on the Geo News programme “Naya Pakistan”, Gohar said that the Islamabad High Court’s order regarding public gathering in the federal capital was “not final” as his party was not heard by the court in the case.
He said that the PTI leadership has taken all steps as per directives of the party founder Imran Khan. The PTI chief added that only PTI founder could call off the Islamabad protest.
2024-11-23 21:15:51
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ISLAMABAD: The Supreme Court Bar Association of Pakistan has criticised the government for road blockades across Islamabad besides condemning the protests and sit-ins announced by the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) for Sunday (tomorrow).
In its declaration today, the SCBA said that every citizen reserved the right to freedom of movement which was seized after due to the closure of all arterial roads and motorways across the federal capital.
The association demanded the authorities to immediately reopen all routes. The statement also condemned protest and sit-in calls from a political party to achieve its "so-called political agenda".
Referring to a terrorist attack in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa a day ago, the SCBA urged the PTI to review its protest call in view of the law and order situation. It also asked all stakeholders to amicably resolve all issues via dialogue.
2024-11-23 20:17:28
PTI leader Sheikh Waqas Akram quashed the reports of the D-Chowk protest being postponed.
“The reports that we are postponing the protest are false,” he said while speaking to BBC, adding that unless a firm action is taken, “the November 24 protest will not be delayed”.
“If negotiations start in a coordinated manner, then we are ready for dialogue,” Akram added.
2024-11-23 19:58:30
The leadership of the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) is expected to change its plan for tomorrow's "final call" protest, as per sources, after all major roads leading to Islamabad were sealed off by authorities.
The sources told Geo News that the protest plan would be changed for Lahore and other districts of Punjab.
Due to the closure of roads to the federal capital, the former ruling party's lawmakers and ticket holders in Lahore are likely to organise a protest led by its Secretary General Salman Akram Raja at Batti Chowk in the provincial capital.
They added that other district leaders would also be asked to hold demonstrations in their respective areas. The protesters from different cities would head towards the federal capital after the reopening of the routes.
2024-11-23 19:34:42
The roads in Islamabad have been blocked by placing containers at different places. Here is a list of arteries that are closed:
2024-11-23 18:26:00
ISLAMABAD: Islamabad authorities have sealed Chungi No 26 by placing heavy shipment containers ahead of the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) protest scheduled for Sunday (tomorrow).
The Islamabad-Peshawar GT Road was completely sealed via containers. A single-lane route was opened from Chungi No 26 for citizens to travel to the airport.
Additionally, Rangers personnel have been deployed at the entrance and exit points.
2024-11-23 18:42:01
Spokesperson of Chief Minister Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Faraz Mughal said preparations for the protest in Islamabad’s D Chowk have been completed and the convoy of PTI from the province will arrive for demonstration on Sunday.
They are taking 50 heavy machinery this time to remove the obstacles on the way, the spokesperson added.
Mughal assured that the procession is peaceful and “will remain peaceful”.
2024-11-23 18:40:07
Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) founder Imran Khan's wife Bushra Bibi will not attend the party's "do-or-die" protest scheduled for Sunday (tomorrow) due to illness, her spokesperson Mashal Yousafzai said on Saturday.
Sources told Geo News that the incarcerated PTI founder had sent a message to Bushra to stay out of political matters.
The sources closer to the former ruling party confirmed that the former first lady was busy participating in political activities since November 1 and also held meetings with the PTI leaders regarding preparations for the November 24 demonstration.
2024-11-23 18:18:54
2024-11-23 18:02:50
The National Counter Terrorism Authority (Nacta) on Saturday issued a threat alert warning that the "Fitna al-Khawarij", also known as Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP), may target the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) "do or die" protest scheduled for tomorrow (November 24) in Islamabad.
Read more here.
2024-11-23 17:48:54
Defence Minister Khawaja Asif has revealed that majority of PTI leaders wanted the former ruling party’s planned demo in Islamabad on November 24 to be cancelled.
His remarks came amid the looming showdown as the government all set to thwart any attempt to enter the federal capital by the protesters and the PTI remained resolute in its plan for the “do-or-die” protest.
Talking to journalists, the defence minister said: “I can name those PTI leaders who wanted the sit-in to be cancelled.”
The government has devised its action plan in connection with the November 24 protests by the former ruling party, he added.
The minister warned the PTI leadership against bringing armed groups into the federal capital.
2024-11-23 17:40:23
ISLAMABAD: The PTI issued a reaction to Information Minister Attaullah Tarar's presser, saying that the Constitution is the guarantor of peaceful protest.
"The nation will not give up peaceful protest on anyone's wish," said the party spokesperson.
The spox also said that all rights like free movement, trade, employment, communication have been taken away from the nation.
2024-11-23 17:02:07
Hours before the PTI’s “do-or-die” protest, KP CM Ali Amin Gandapur said that they would go to any extent for Haqiqi Azadi (real freedom).
In view of the looming showdown between law enforcers and protesters, the chief minister said that the government would be responsible for if anything bad happened.
He said that the incarcerated PTI founder was fighting for the rights of future generations.
2024-11-23 16:36:51
GUJRAT:Khankie Barrage Bridge in Gujranwala has been completely closed due to containers ahead of the PTI protest, leaving the passengers to face issues.
A wedding procession, which was going towards Gujrat, was also stuck due to containers.
2024-11-23 15:56:28
Federal Information Minister Attaullah Tarar has said that those coming to Islamabad on Sunday to protest will face arrests.
The court has declared protests within Islamabad illegal and therefore those demonstrating in the federal capital will be booked, said the minister while speaking to the media.
2024-11-23 15:38:05
Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) Chairman Barrister Gohar Ali Khan has informed Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi that he would inform him about the party's decision on the protest by 6pm today, sources told Geo News on Saturday.
This was the second contact between the sides as the government aims to stop PTI's November 24 (Sunday) protest and has ramped up security measures — deploying security personnel in Islamabad as well as closing major routes in Punjab and roads to Islamabad.
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2024-11-23 15:28:30
Senator Faisal Vawda has said that the government was ready to tackle protesters.
Taking to X, the senator said that those marching onto Islamabad on Sunday in light of the IHC orders, will not only face contempt of court but will also lose their seats in the national and provincial assemblies.
2024-11-23 15:10:08
2024-11-23 15:01:17
KP CM Ali Amin Gandapur has said that negotiations with the government will take place after PTI founder Imran Khan's release.
"I will follow the directions of PTI founder no matter what," said Gandapur while speaking to Geo News.
Reiterating the resolve to reach D-Chowk, the CM said that they would remain in Islamabad till the PTI founder and other prisoners are released and their demands are met.
"Our protest is peaceful," he remarked, adding that the government was adding to the woes of the people by blocking roads.
2024-11-23 14:19:42
2024-11-23 14:12:42
Punjab CM Maryam Nawaz has been briefed on the law and order situation in Multan Division by the Multan RPO.
During the meeting, the chief minister directed the authorities to protect people's lives and property and counter the miscreants.
2024-11-23 14:01:34
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2024-11-23 13:00:01
Senior PTI leaderRaoof Hasan has reaffirmed that his party is engaged in discussions with the establishment.
Speaking on Geo News' programme '"Naya Pakistan" Hasan emphasised that these talks are ongoing despite statements to the contrary.
"The negotiations are with individuals who are perhaps beyond [Mohsin] Naqvi's purview, with people who hold real influence. If Naqvi chooses not to acknowledge this, that’s his issue, not ours," he said.
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2024-11-23 12:58:36
2024-11-23 12:58:01
PTI's political committee last night deliberated on the issues of cancelling the November 24 protest march in view of the Islamabad High Court (IHC) decision.
According to some PTI leaders, who were part of the last night deliberations, majority of the committee members were in favour of calling off the November 24 protest march in the light of the IHC decision.
They were of the view that dialogue with the government should be given a chance. It was decided by the PTI’s political committee to present this option of cancelling the protest call and giving dialogue a chance to the jailed party’s founder Imran Khan for a decision by him.
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2024-11-23 12:48:58
The Islamabad High Court (IHC) has issued fresh notices to the National Accountability Bureau (NAB) and the authorities in Balochistan, Sindh, and Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, seeking details of cases registered against the PTI founder Imran Khan.
The notices were issued in response to a petition filed by Noreen Niazi, the sister of Khan, a former prime minister.
Justice Arbab Muhammad Tahir presided over the hearing and directed NAB to submit a comprehensive report, noting that no representative from the bureau had appeared in court, nor had any report been submitted. The court ordered NAB to ensure compliance with the directive and present the required details.
The court further instructed the Ministry of Interior to collect records of all cases, inquiries, and pending investigations against the PTI founder from the three provinces.
Additionally, the assistant attorney general has been directed to ensure implementation of the court's orders.
A copy of the court's directive has been sent to the Ministry of Interior and NAB for immediate compliance.
2024-11-23 12:46:14
2024-11-23 12:26:38
In Chakwal, containers have been placed across all entry and exit routes of the district, effectively blocking movement.
Major roads, including Mandra-Chakwal Road, Jhelum Road, Kallar Kahar, and Neela Dullah Road, have also been shut down, further restricting access for commuters.
A heavy deployment of police personnel has been stationed at all these locations to enforce the closures. Meanwhile, all three motorway interchanges in Chakwal have been closed to traffic, leaving citizens with few options for travel.
The road closures have caused significant inconvenience to residents, who are facing delays and disruptions in their daily routines.
2024-11-23 12:22:18
The Metrobus service in Lahore has been completely suspended due to the PTI rally taking place in the city. The disruption has left many commuters stranded and struggling to find alternative transportation options.
Barriers have been placed on Metrobus tracks to block routes, further complicating movement for citizens.
2024-11-23 12:19:35
2024-11-23 11:53:56
Tallal Chaudhry has accused PTI of putting the country's security at risk for its own political interests.
In a press conference, He also criticised the party, saying that its leadership is now in the hands of non-political individuals, including a few housewives, calling it a misguided direction for the party.
Chaudhry further stated that PTI should be ashamed of their recent statements, accusing the party of abusing its positions for personal gain. He also remarked that PTI has made a habit of building false narratives for political purposes, claiming that these narratives have been sold to the public.
He went on to say that PTI has repeatedly targeted friendly nations that have stood by Pakistan in difficult times, especially highlighting Saudi Arabia’s consistent support.
Chaudhry questioned why PTI continues to target these allies and remarked sarcastically on how PTI leaders once came back from these countries with pockets full of gifts, which they evidently enjoyed.
2024-11-23 11:47:32
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2024-11-23 11:31:25
Authorities are continuing to block 33 key locations connecting Rawalpindi and Islamabad.
In Rawalpindi, six major areas, including Faizabad, have already been sealed with containers.
Other closed routes include IJP Road, Rawat T-Chowk, Carriage Factory, Mandra, and Taxila, causing widespread disruption.
At Katcheri Chowk, traffic has been restricted to one-way movement to manage the flow of vehicles.
Additionally, all connecting roads between Islamabad and Rawalpindi are set to be completely sealed, further limiting access between the twin cities.
2024-11-23 11:18:51
Access to and from Islamabad via the Faizabad Bridge has been completely blocked, causing significant disruptions in the area. However, the Expressway remains open for those attempting to enter the capital city.
Authorities have placed containers under the Zero Point Bridge along the Expressway, leaving only enough space for a single vehicle to pass through.
Containers have also been positioned on top of the Zero Point Bridge to restrict movement further.
Meanwhile, the Metrobus service connecting Islamabad and Rawalpindi has been suspended, adding to the travel challenges faced by commuters in the twin cities.
2024-11-23 11:14:43
In anticipation of the possible PTI protest, authorities have sealed both entry and exit routes to Gujranwala.
Key locations, such as Sadhu Kee and the Chenab Bridge, have been blocked from both sides with containers to restrict movement.
Public transport has also been significantly affected, as the General Bus Stand and all transport terminals in the city remain closed. Additionally, the expressway connecting Gujranwala to the Sialkot Motorway has been shut down, further limiting travel options for residents.
These closures have caused considerable inconvenience to citizens, who are struggling with disruptions to their daily commutes and activities.
2024-11-23 11:10:57
According to sources, the Islamabad administration has started sealing all entry points to the city. Authorities plan to close off all entry routes by midnight tonight completely.
Police personnel and administrative teams are actively being deployed at various checkpoints around the city’s entryways to enforce the lockdown.
Meanwhile, routes leading to D-Chowk and the Red Zone have already been sealed off, further restricting movement in these critical areas.
To ensure law and order, Rangers and Frontier Corps (FC) personnel have also been deployed across Islamabad, reinforcing security in light of the situation.
2024-11-23 10:57:40
Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi on Saturday warned that nobody would be allowed to spoil the law and order situation in Islamabad.
"We will take every possible measure to protect lives and properties of citizens to maintain the law and order situation,” he said addressing police personnel in Police Lines Area.
Naqvi said a delegation of Belarus would reach the federal capital territory on Sunday, then Belarus President Aleksandr Grigorievich Lukashenko will land here on Monday (November 25).
Viewing the Belarus president’s visit, Islamabad had to be protected, come what may, he said, adding that the police force would have to work in collaboration to ensure that.
“Every person involved in spoiling the law and order situation of Islamabad will be arrested. The ones taking the law into their hands would not be allowed to return,” he said.
The minister instructed the police force to wear helmet and protective jackets to perform duties.
The Islamabad inspector general of police, chief commissioner, DIG and a number of other police officers were present on this occasion.
2024-11-23 00:58:00
Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Chief Minister Ali Amin Gandapur on Friday night said that the Centre and Punjab authorities have closed motorways and thoroughfares in panic.
"Imposition of Section 144 and closure of restaurants in Punjab is evidence that inki tangain kanp rahi hain (their legs are shivering)," he said, adding that the government had made the PTI protest successful by blocking roads.
2024-11-23 10:25:26
With the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) deciding to go ahead with its November 24 "do-or-die" protest, the government is likely to suspend mobile services across the country from today evening, interior ministry sources told Geo News on Saturday.
With Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi issuing stern directions to authorities to prevent the protesters from entering Islamabad, police vans have been delivered to Islamabad and necessary preparations have been finalised regarding the demonstrators' arrest and where they are to be kept afterwards, added the sources.
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2024-11-23 10:16:54
The district administration has placed barricades on multiple main arteries and deployed police personnel ahead of the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI)’s protest, slated for November 24 in Islamabad.
Police have been posted on entry and exit routes of the federal capital. Main route of Faizabad Interchange, that connects Islamabad and Rawalpindi, has also been closed. The route leading to the Adiala jail has been blocked.
Scores of business centres have been shut from Sixth road to Faizabad. Hotels and restaurants have been vacated at Faizabad Lorry Adda.
The central police officer said nobody would be allowed to spoil the law and order situation. Surveillance of the city was being done with Safe City closed-circuit TV cameras.
2024-11-23 09:52:02
The sources close to the Ministry of Interior on Saturday said Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi directed the law enforcement agencies not to let the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) protestors enter Islamabad.
Sources said measures regarding arrest had been finalised in all police stations of Islamabad, while all the arrangements had also been made about where to accommodate the arrested people.
Frontier Corps (FC) and Rangers would also be deployed along police, the sources said, adding the prison vans had reached the federal capital.
2024-10-06 23:47:02
PML-N Punjab President Rana Sanaullah has said that PTI staged a “drama” about the disappearance of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Chief Minister Ali Amin Gandapur.
Terming the PTI “Fitna”, Sanaullah said that they wanted to hinder the country’s economic progress and sabotage the upcoming Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) summit.
2024-10-06 22:54:28
Khyber Pakhtunkhwa firebrand Chief Minister Ali Amin Gandapur dubbed Islamabad IG as the “government’s goon” and said he would have to fix all the things broken during the police raid at the KP House.
“KP House is the property of KP,” the CM said, adding that the official vehicles were damaged by the police officials. “We have the evidence,” he added.
“We will avenge our dishonour,” he announced.
2024-10-06 22:03:28
Blasting the Islamabad IG for “attacking” and firing teargas shells at the KP House in the federal capital, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Chief Minister Ali Amin Gandapur has said that the police chief will have to tender an apology at the floor of the assembly.
Addressing the provincial assembly, the firebrand chief minister dared the IG Islamabad to arrest him.
2024-10-06 21:20:24
The Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Assembly has passed a resolution seeking measures to recover “missing” Chief Minister Ali Amin Gandapur.
The resolution, moved by Provincial Law Minister Aftab Alam, urged the speaker to seek reports from all the intelligence and other concerned institutions.
“Interior minister, KP governor should have informed the provincial government [about the matter],” read the resolution.
In light of the resolution, the KP speaker summoned IG, the chief secretary and CM’s principal secretary on Monday.
2024-10-06 21:31:15
After nearly a day long "disappearance", Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Chief Minister Ali Amin Gandapur resurfaced in the provincial assembly.
2024-10-06 21:00:52
Rawalpindi police have registered yet another case against incarcerated PTI founder Imran Khan in connection with the recent clashes between his party’s activists and the law enforcers.
A case has been filed against the PTI founder and 200-300 others under 13 provisions of the Pakistan Penal Code and Anti-Terrorism Act.
According to the FIR, the suspects at the behest of the PTI founder chanted slogans against the state and security institutions, damaged public property, violated Section 144 and interfered in government affairs.
2024-10-06 19:44:56
PTI senior leader Asad Qaiser expressed severe concerns over ‘forcible disappearance’ of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Chief Minister Ali Amin Gandapur.
Talking to journalists flanked by Shandana Gulzar, the former NA speaker said: “It has never happened that the chief minister of a province has been forcibly disappeared.
He demanded the authorities to produce CM Gandapur. “It is not an attack on CM Gandapur but on the people of KP,” the PTI leader added.
He said that his party decided to continue their protest.
2024-10-06 19:11:09
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has said that no one will be allowed to destabilise Pakistan’s economy, and all the upcoming international events in Pakistan will take place as scheduled.
He made the remarks while talking to Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi, who called on him in Lahore today.
The premier said the situation is rapidly returning to normalcy and the development of the economy and nation’s prosperity are the top priorities of his government.
He appreciated the interior minister, Islamabad administration, and Islamabad Police for maintaining law and order in the federal capital.
2024-10-06 18:46:37
Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) Chief Minister Ali Amin Gandapur spent less than 40 minutes in Islamabad’s KP House, sources in the Interior Ministry revealed.
A new CCTV footage circulating on social media shows CM Gandapur enters KP House at 3:24pm and exits at 4pm from the backdoor of the house.
2024-10-06 18:16:25
Khyber Pakhtunkhwa government's spokesperson Barrister Muhammad Ali Saif has said that the “fake government” was spreading “false information” about the alleged disappearance of KP Chief Minister Ali Amin Gandapur.
In a statement, Barrister Saif said that the “fake government” shared a picture claiming that CM Gandapur had left the KP House. Referring to the photo, he clarified that the person exiting from the KP House was provincial minister Pakhtoon Yar Khan but not CM Gandapur.
He said that the federal government was telling lies about the incident.
2024-10-06 17:29:47
A large number of PTI supporters have staged a protest demonstration outside the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Assembly for the release of Ali Amin Gandapur.
The crowd of enraged protesters smashed the gate and entered the Red Zone of the provincial capital.
Last night, CM Gandapur, who was leading a convoy of PTI protesters from KP, finally reached Islamabad after removing barricades with the help of heavy machinery. Later, he abruptly decided to leave the party workers and moved to KP House, which surprised many.
Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi said that "CM Gandapur is not in the custody of any federal institution".
2024-10-06 17:20:56
Minister for Information and Broadcasting Attaullah Tarar has held “anarchist group” for martyrdom of Islamabad Police Constable Abdul Hameed Shah.
The policeman was performing his duties at Chungi Number 26 at GT Road when he was attacked by miscreants and was badly tortured. Later, he succumbed to his injuries.
The information minister was of the view that these people cannot digest the economic progress of the country and were hell-bent to derail the system to fulfill their nefarious designs.
2024-10-06 15:58:55
RAWALPINDI: The roads at Faizabad Interchange has been cleared for traffic as the authorities removed the containers. Movement of traffic resumed at Islamabad Expressway and Murree Road.
2024-10-06 15:42:48
2024-10-06 15:28:22
ISLAMABAD: PTI founder Imran Khan's sisters Aleema Khan and Uzma Khan, who had been arrested during party's protest in Islamabad with several other workers, were presented before a duty magistrate in a local court in the federal capital on Sunday.
Asad Qaiser's brother Adnan Khan was also presented in the court.
The police requested 20-days physical remand of the arrested individuals.
The duty magistrate Azhar Nadeem, after hearing the arguments, approved one-day physical remand of both Aleema and Uzma, and sent other female PTI workers on 9-day judicial remand.
The two sisters and other PTI workers had been arrested from D-Chowk against charges of terrorism, interference in state affairs, attempted murder and other, on Friday.
2024-10-06 15:07:39
RAWALPINDI: A new case has been lodged against PTI founder Imran Khan and 105 others including 14 party leaders on the charges of terrorism and others.
Other charges included in the FIR registered in Taxila are attempted murder, kidnap, interference in state affairs and attack on policemen
As per the text of FIR available to Geo News, the nominated suspects attacked the state vehicles and subjected cops to violence.
2024-10-06 14:26:32
Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi has clearly denied having KP CM Ali Amin Gandapur in the government's or any other agency's custody, as the provincial executive remains incommunicado since last night.
"We don't know if Ali Amin has reached KP or not. His footage of escaping KP House has surfaced," the security czar said.
He said that the KP CM is not in KP House. He has fled on his own, Naqvi added.
2024-10-06 14:13:12
The KP government has approached the Peshawar High Court (PHC) against the disappearance of CM Ali Amin Gandapur.
KP Advocate General Shah Faisal said that a writ petition has been prepared in this regard and the court will be requested to take it up today.
2024-10-06 13:51:26
Islamabad authorities have taken into custody the state machinery brought from KP, sources affiliated with the district administration said.
They said that KP's Rescue 1122 and fire brigade vehicles present in Islamabad were seized.
2024-10-06 13:15:31
The mobile phone service, which was suspended this morning in Peshawar, has been restored. However, internet services remain suspended in the city.
2024-10-06 13:04:31
2024-10-06 12:54:35
DERA GHAZI KHAN: PTI MNA Zartaj Gul was reportedly arrested from her residence, her counsel claimed on Sunday.
Lawyer Fida Hussain said that Gul had been arrested on Saturday evening under Section 3 of the Maintenance of Public Order (MPO) and shifted to Dera Ghazi Khan Central Jail.
However, the district administration or police did not confirm or refute the reports of PTI MNA's arrest.
2024-10-06 12:20:24
2024-10-06 12:19:04
Barrister Saif in his latest remarks has called the "disappearance" of KP CM Gandapur "terrorism" at government's hands.
He said that the incumbent government has turned the country into "banana republic".
Saif also slammed Punjab CM Maryam Nawaz for her statement about his party, saying that "not PTI but PML-N is a terrorist party".
2024-10-06 12:05:40
2024-10-06 11:55:59
JI Deputy Emir Liaquat Baloch has said that the government is taking away the opposition's right to stage peaceful protest.
2024-10-06 11:40:49
Major PTI ally, Mahmood Khan Achakzai, who is the chief of opposition alliance Tehreek-e-Tahafuz-e-Pakistan, has announced to "expand the peaceful" protest to Balochistan,
He said that a peaceful protest will be recorded in Killa Saifullah on October 7.
"We had alerted the rulers to release PTI founder on bail but no one took our statements seriously. The masses have started to find out their way themselves," the Pashtookhwa Milli Awami Party leader said.
2024-10-06 11:33:02
Rawalpindi deputy commissioner confirmed the restoration of traffic in the garrison city, saying that all roadblocks and containers have been removed from the city.
Both tracks of Murree Road and nearby thoroughfares have been opened and remaining obstacles are being removed, he said.
The official, however, added that the Murree Road at Faizabad remains closed as the Islamabad administration have the authority to open it and all ways connecting Pindi to the capital city.
2024-10-06 11:16:50
2024-10-06 08:11:47
KARACHI: More than 10 PTI workers were reportedly arrested in during separate "raids" in Karachi and other areas of Sindh.
The party's spokesperson in the province claimed that the police arrested over 20 PTI workers, saying that they were being "harassed" without any reason. He called for immediate release of the held PTI workers.
Meanwhile, PTI leader Raja Azhar also claimed that over 10 PTI workers have been arrested from Insaf House in Karachi.
"We don't know about three of the held PTI workers and which police stations they are kept in," he added.
Sources affiliated with police confirmed arrests of "15 PTI workers" from Insaf House under the suspicion of disturbing the law and order situation.
2024-10-06 08:34:20
PTI stalwart Asad Qaiser has condemned the Rangers' raid at KP House in Islamabad on Saturday night, saying that the government was not adhering to the law and Constitution.
He called for "immediate release of KP CM Ali Amin Gandapur" who remains incommunicado since last night.
Qaiser, on PTI's behalf, renewed the pledge of not backing out in any circumstances.
2024-10-06 10:31:05
2024-10-06 10:26:30
Main arteries across Lahore have been opened for traffic after the removal of obstacles placed in the light of PTI's call for protest at Minar-e-Pakistan.
Flow of traffic returned to normalcy at the exit and entry ways into Lahore.
2024-10-06 10:13:56
Islamabad police's Constable Hameed Shah, who was wounded during PTI protest in the federal capital last night, succumbed to his wounds during the course of treatment.
The cop was reportedly subjected to violence after being "kidnapped".
2024-10-06 10:07:38
KP CM's Adviser on Information Barrister Saif has said that Ali Amin Gandapur has been "incommunicado" since last night.
Speaking to Geo News, the official confirmed that the whereabouts of the KP CM were unknown and his family hasn't been able to reach him.
2024-10-06 09:32:49
ATTOCK: The famous GT Road that connects Khyber Pakhtunkhwa with Punjab has been opened for traffic after a two-day closure.
The thoroughfare was blocked since Friday and the inter-province commuters and traders faced extreme inconvenience yesterday due to the situation.
2024-10-06 09:08:18
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The mobile phone services in Rawalpindi and Islamabad remained suspended for the third day in the light of ongoing unrest amid PTI protest in the federal capital.
Containers are in place at various points including Faisal Avenue, Zero Point and Sri nagar Highway, while Faizabad Interchange has been partially opened.
Meanwhile, security was on high alert in the garrison town with Punjab police personnel deployed at different spots.
The residents in Islamabad faced inconvenience due to road closures.
Trade and business also remained closed in the federal capital.
2024-10-06 00:17:08
As the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) continued its protest in Islamabad for the second day on Saturday, the abrupt "disappearance" of firebrand politician and Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) Chief Minister Ali Amin Gandapur raised many questions, besides fuelling speculations of his arrest.
Adviser to KP CM on Information Barrister Mohammad Ali Saif, speaking to Geo News programme "Naya Pakistan" on Saturday, claimed that CM Gandapur was accompanied by his staff when Rangers personnel entered the KP House in Islamabad.
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2024-10-05 23:11:22
PTI’s is holding protests to sabotage the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) summit scheduled to be held on October 15 and 16 in Islamabad, said Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi.
Talking to journalists, the interior minister said: “Protesters wanted to stage sit-in till SCO summit after reaching D-Chowk.”
The interior minister said that they have launched investigation into alleged the involvement of KP police in the "Islamabad attack".
2024-10-05 22:54:19
Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi has revealed that among others, 11 police personnel were also arrested from Islamabad’s D-Chowk.
“CM Gandapur was leading the attack on Islamabad.”
“We showed restraint,” he said, adding that indiscriminate action will be taken against all the miscreants, including KP CM, involved in the Islamabad attack.
2024-10-05 22:35:38
Speaking to the media in Islamabad, Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi said the law enforcement agencies will carry out the search operation to clear the entire area of Rawalpindi and Islamabad.
He also aplogised to the residents of the twin cities for facing difficulties due to the PTI protest.
“We are trying to restore the normalcy as soon as possible,” he added.
The security czar said 31 personnel of Islamabad police and 75 of Punjab police suffered injuries while the condition of a policeman is critical.
He said the PTI protesters pelted stones and thrashed the policemen.
2024-10-05 22:04:16
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Taking a jibe at KP CM Ali Amin Gandapur, Senator Faisal Vawda has said that the chief minister would be served “pastry with whipped cream” this time.
After the Islamabad rally last month, CM Gandapur reached the Chief Minister House in Peshawar, after reportedly being missing for over eight hours. The incident triggered speculations that he was taken into custody by the law enforcers.
Later the chief minister rejected the speculations and clarified that he was not forcibly detained but had to attend a meeting with government officials in Islamabad.
"I had an official meeting with authorities, so I had to stay overnight. There was no force involved."
"Due to jammers, I could not stay in contact, which led to concern among my family and colleagues."
Speaking on Geo News programme Naya Pakistan, Senator Vawda termed the PTI’s protest as “water bubble”.
2024-10-05 20:47:01
In a sigh of relief, the authorities on Saturday night removed containers from the Murree Road and opened the main artery for traffic.
The authorities have removed containers placed around Committee Chowk and Liaquat Bagh.
2024-10-05 20:31:43
Interior Ministry sources have categorically rejected the “baseless and misleading” reports claiming Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) Chief Minister Ali Amin Gandapur was arrested from KP House in Islamabad.
The sources also clarified that not a single bullet was fired by the police at PTI protesters from Peshawar to Islamabad. They further said that PTI was spreading false propaganda about the police firing.
2024-10-05 20:23:21
Pakistan Ulema Council (PUC) Chairman Hafiz Tahir Ashrafi has appealed President Asif Ali Zardari to intervene to defuse political temperature in the country.
In a letter to the president, Ashrafi said the tense situation is prevailing across the country particularly in Islamabad and added that youth coming to Islamabad are in an emotional state without leadership.
"The president should immediately invite the leaders of political and religious parties for talks," he said adding that "moderate" political leaders of PTI should be invited for talks.
2024-10-05 20:14:20
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The Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) political committee has decided to continue its protests in Islamabad and Lahore, said party leader Aon Abbas.
In a statement, Abbas claimed that KP CM Gandapur was being held in custody to pressure the opposition party to end its protest.
“The political committee has rejected all kinds of pressure tactics to end the protest,” he said adding that alternate leadership will lead the protest in case of arrests.
2024-10-05 19:55:33
Speaking to journalists ahead of entering KP House in Islamabad, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Chief Minister Ali Amin Gandapur said that incarcerated PTI founder Imran Khan will decide the future course of action regarding protest.
The chief minister said that they have reached here after recording their “peaceful protest”.
“We have recorded our protest,” he added.
The chief minister was of the view that they would announce their future strategy after receiving directions from the PTI founder.
2024-10-05 19:41:42
PTI’s lawyer Khalid Yousuf has said that they still did not know the whereabouts of Aleema Khan and Uzma Khan, who were taken into custody in Islamabad a day earlier.
“Aleema Khan and Uzma Khan have not been produced any court of law [despite a span of around 24 hours]," he said.
The lawyer said that he, along with a court bailiff, visited the women police station but the duo had been shifted from there.
2024-10-05 19:21:51
The Islamabad High Court (IHC) has directed the local authorities to allocate a designated place to the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) for organising its demonstration and to stop any unlawful protest in the federal capital that may create situation of lockdown or disrupt peace during the period of SCO summit.
The directives were issued by IHC Chief Justice Aamer Farooq through a three-page order after hearing the petition filed by Traders Welfare Association President Raja Hassan Akhtar, who sought the court's order to stop the major opposition party’s protest in Islamabad.
Law and order situation of Islamabad remains precarious as the Imran Khan-founded party tried to stage a protest at D-Chowk amid the imposition of Section 144 (which bars political activities and gatherings) in the twin cities to ensure security, ahead of the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation's meeting.
2024-10-05 18:57:11
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In a major relief, the Peshawar High Court has granted interim protective bail to KP CM Ali Amin Gandapur till November 5.
The development came as reports of his arrest are circulating on social and electronic media.
In its order, the court directed the Punjab and the federal governments to refrain from arresting the KP CM.
2024-10-05 18:04:50
Expressing grave concerns over the prevailing situation in the country, Jamaat-e-Islami (JI) Emir Hafiz Naeemur Rehman has said that staging protest is the constitutional right of the PTI.
He slammed the Punjab government for blocking the entire province by placing containers on the roads.
“They [provincial government] is suppressing the voice [of PTI],” he added.
Referring to Israel’s brutalities, the JI leader urged all the political parties to shun mutual differences and show unity on the Gaza issue.
2024-10-05 17:17:45
PTI leader Barrister Saif has confirmed that KP CM Ali Amin Gandapur was not taken into custody "formally" in Islamabad.
Heavy contingents of police and Rangers were present inside the KP House in Islamabad. Talking to journalist, the PTI leader said that the CM was on bail till October 25, adding that his arrest would be tantamount to contempt of court.
“Fake government will have to answer for such unconstitutional and illegal actions,” he added.
Opposition Leader in the National Assembly Omar Ayub, however, said that CM Gandapur was arrested “illegally” from KP House.
“Islamabad police violated the jurisdiction of KP House,” he added.
2024-10-05 16:41:11
LAHORE: Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz said the sole purpose of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) is to set fire to the country, stressing that "these people do not deserve any leniency".
"Their caravan has trained terrorists in the front lines and they took terrorists' help to attack police and the state," said the CM.
2024-10-05 16:35:33
2024-10-05 16:19:09
LAHORE: PTI lawyers are holding a demonstration at District Kutchehri Chowk as police are baton charging the protesters.
2024-10-05 16:21:33
Police and Rangers on Saturday took Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Chief Minister Ali Amin Gandapur into custody from KP House in Islamabad.
Government sources, however, rejected the reports and said that the chief minister was not taken into custody by the law enforcers.
2024-10-05 16:09:30
Heavy contingent of police and Rangers have entered KP House in Islamabad to arrest KP Chief Minister Ali Amin Gandapur.
2024-10-05 15:42:34
A district and sessions court in Islamabad has issued non-bailable arrest warrants for Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Chief Minister Ali Amin Gandapur in an illegal arms and alcohol recovery case.
Judicial Magistrate Mubashir Hussain Zaidi issued the order after Gandapur failed to appear in court in relation to the case registered at Barakahu Police Station.
The court directed law enforcement to produce the chief minister by October 12 and adjourned the hearing.
2024-10-05 15:33:57
Police on Saturday took multiple lawyers belonging to the PTI into custody from GPO Chowk in Lahore.
The law enforcers resorted to baton charge as well against the counsels protesting outside the Lahore High Court.
One child is also among those arrested.
2024-10-05 15:28:14
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Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Chief Minister Ali Amin Gandapur has reached Islamabad and is currently at the KP House.
2024-10-05 15:27:40
Terming the Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan an offshoot of the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI), Defence Minister Khawaja Asif said the political party had taken help from Afghanistan as its armed supporters were "planning to storm Islamabad".
“The PTI is repeating the same action after 10 years. The chief executive of one province is attacking another province,” he said, adding that government machinery was being used for the attack.
The minister claimed that armed groups that included hundreds of Afghan nationals were coming towards the federalcapital.
2024-10-05 15:09:30
The commuters in Lahore faced inconvenience due to road closures and suspension of inter-city transport in the wake of PTI protest in Islamabad.
Some of the public transport owners reportedly raised the fares due to the situation.
2024-10-05 14:56:35
Barrister Gohar has said that KP CM's Advisor Barrister Saif's comments regarding Indian Minister for External Affairs Jaishankar were "taken out of context".
He said that PTI's policy towards India is the same as Pakistan's policy towards the neighbouring country.
"We will not invite the Indian FM to any event related to the party," he added.
2024-10-05 14:51:28
PTI Chairman Barrister Gohar has said that neither him nor any other member of National Assembly (MNA) is participating in the Islamabad protest as decided by the party.
"It had been decided that PTI chairman or MNAs will not come out. They will support the protest instead of leading from the front," he said while speaking to Geo News.
Gohar further stated that the decision had been taken in the light of arrests of PTI MNAs in the past.
2024-10-05 14:02:13
2024-10-05 13:45:40
Blue Area Traders Union has filed a petition with the Islamabad High Court (IHC) against the protests in the federal capital.
The plea requests the IHC to issue an order immediately to prevent any untoward situation.
2024-10-05 13:40:19
The Punjab government has called in the military for the security of the SCO (Shanghai Cooperation Organisation) summit.
According to a notification, the armed forces will work alongside civil armed forces and police to maintain law and order at the conference. Security will be ensured at airports, roads, venues, and surrounding areas.
2024-10-05 13:32:51
Barrister Muhammad Ali Saif, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Chief Minister Ali Amin Gandapur's media adviser, said that Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi's press conference was based on "lies".
"Ali Amin Gandapur has not crossed any lines. Only PTI workers are part of the party's convoy from Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. The workers also did not resort to shelling," he told Geo News.
Saif also stressed that had Gandapur been carrying weapons, he would not have stopped at the motorway overnight.
2024-10-05 13:32:14
Islamabad district administration has issued a notification authorising the army troops to take action if the "situation gets volatile" in the federal capital. The local commander has been authorised to take action or make arrests with the capital city police against the miscreants.
Use of tear gas and batton charge to disperse the protesters will also be allowed to the law enforcers, the notification read.
It further stated that the army will take action in case of reported presence of miscreants or risks.
2024-10-05 13:14:21
2024-10-05 13:11:54
2024-10-05 13:11:07
The internet services faced partial suspension in Karachi for a second day. The megapolis witnessed internet disruptions on Friday as well.
2024-10-05 13:02:35
Police are using tear gas while PTI workers are hitting the law enforcers through slingshots at Islamabad's Chongi No 26.
2024-10-05 12:49:21
A case has been registered against PTI workers at Sadiqabad police station for rioting in Faizabad.
As many as 17 PTI workers have been named in the case, which also includes anti-terror provisions, along with 250 unidentified workers.
The case is linked to an alleged attack on police vans by party workers, which resulted in injury of four Rawalpindi police personnel, identified as Aqib Javed, Muhammad Waqas, Israr Ahmed and Umer Saghir.
2024-10-05 12:47:29
2024-10-05 12:44:00
The PTI convoy led by KP CM Ali Amin Gandapur couldn't enter Islamabad due to the closure of toll plaza. It was diverted towards Sangjani, from where it will try to reach D-Chowk.
2024-10-05 12:26:09
Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi has said that KP CM Ali Amin Gandapur is "crossing all the lines" now.
Responding to a question regarding reports of "imposition of emergency" in the north-western province, the security czar said that he is in contact with Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and President Asif Ali Zardari, and whatever strategy they devise will be followed.
2024-10-05 11:58:43
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The authorities have placed containers at Lahore's Minar-e-Pakistan ahead of the protest announced by the PTI.
Containers have been put in place at Babu Sabu Interchange, Thokar Niaz Baig and Lahore-Sialkot Motorway.
Faisal Kamran, Punjab Police's DIG Operations for Lahore, has warned against violation of Section 144 and adding said that all security arrangements have been completed.
2024-10-05 10:34:39
Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi and Islamabad Inspector General of Police Syed Ali Nasir Rizvi visited a cop, who was injured during last night's clashes with PTI protesters, at the hospital and lauded him for his services.
2024-10-05 10:23:02
PTI stalwart Asad Qaiser has condemned the latest arrests of his party's activists during last night's police-crackdown on protesters in Islamabad.
He said that his brother Adnan Khan was also among the arrested PTI protesters.
"We won't back down due to arrests. We will stage the protest at D-Chowk and wait for the next directives from PTI founder," he added.
2024-10-05 09:44:18
KP CM's Advisor on Information Barrister Saif told Geo News that Ali Amin Gandapur's convoy has left for D-Chowk from his stop at Brahma Interchange.
He said that the obstacles placed at Burhan and Brahma interchanges have been removed.
2024-10-05 09:39:13
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- KP CM Ali Amin Gandapur still at Pathargarh
- Situation still volatile at Barhama Interchange
- PTI workers pelt stones at police, law enforcers resort to shelling
- Area around Minar-e-Pakistan sealed
2024-10-05 08:36:36
Mobile phone services are still suspended in the twin cities as the government tries to rein in the protesters.
2024-10-05 02:43:10
KP Chief Minister Ali Amin Gandapur’s convoy has reached Brahma, where he will spend the night along with his security squad.
Gandapur's security personnel also confirmed that mobile phone services are completely suspended in the area.
2024-10-05 02:41:13
Advisor to Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Chief Minister on Information, Barrister Muhammad Ali Saif, has said that KP Chief Minister Ali Amin Gandapur will stay overnight at Pathargarh.
The advisor said that the chief minister’s convoy will resume its journey to D-Chowk tomorrow morning.
He emphasised, "CM Gandapur will make it to D-Chowk, no matter what."
2024-10-04 23:21:01
PTI leader Barrister Saif has said that the army units are not being mobilised to deal with his party’s ongoing protest in the federal capital.
Speaking on “Geo News talk show Aaj Shahzeb Khanzada Key Saath”, the PTI leader said that the army is being dispatched to ensure the security of the upcoming Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) summit.
“We hold Pakistan Army in esteem,” he said, adding that they did not have any conflict with the army.
Taking a jibe at the interior minister, he said: “KP CM will reach the D-Chowk and serve tea to Mohsin Naqvi”.
2024-10-04 23:14:09
Army troops have been deployed in Islamabad under Article 245 of the Constitution to ensure security of the upcoming SCO summit amid PTI’s protest.
2024-10-04 22:35:52
In view of the PTI’s ongoing protest march on Islamabad, KP Governor Faisal Karim Kundi has pitches various options to Prime Minister Shehbaz to deal with current situation, say well-placed sources.
Seeking the PM’s support, the governor said: “We can give PTI a tough time.” He told the premier that the KP government bought equipment worth millions to “invade” the federal capital.
The governor invited the PM to visit KP next week, the sources added.
2024-10-04 21:38:54
PTI leader Sheikh Waqas Akram has said that the protest call was given by incarcerated former prime minister Imran Khan, adding that only he could call off the protest.
He categorically rejected the impression that KP CM Ali Amin Gandapur was using his government’s resources for the protest rally.
“Gandapur is a Pakistani citizen and staging protest is our [democratic] right,” he added.
2024-10-04 20:09:02
Lashing out at the federal government, KP CM Ali Amin Gandapur said that police were firing tear gas shells at “peaceful” political workers.
“Several [PTI protesters] sustained injures due to firing and shelling by the police personnel,” he claimed.
Speaking on the occasion, the chief minister vowed to reach the Islamabad’s D-Chowk at all costs. He further said that the injured were being shifted to nearby hospitals.
2024-10-04 19:52:34
Police restored to teargas shelling to disperse PTI protesters when they tried move forward near Faizabad and Shamsabad.
On the other hand, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa firebrand Chief Minister Ali Amin Gandapur's convoy has been stuck near Burhan interchange for the past two hours.
2024-10-04 19:28:21
Expressing satisfaction over the security arrangements in Islamabad in connection with the PTI's protest, Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi has said that the city administration and the police are ready to deal with any possible situation.
The interior minister made the remarks after taking aerial view of the federal capital.
“Nobody will be allowed to disrupt law and order [in Islamabad],” he warned. The minister directed the authorities to deal with the miscreants with iron hands.
2024-10-04 18:03:56
Amid the ongoing crackdown against the PTI, the police have arrested Aleema Khan Naureen Khan and Uzma Khan — sisters of former prime minister Imran Khan— in Islamabad.
2024-10-04 17:36:55
Islamabad Inspector General of Police has said that more than 30 people have been arrested for violating Section 144 of the Code of Criminal Procedure.
2024-10-04 17:25:00
After hours-long suspension, cellular services have been partially restored in Rawalpindi on Friday evening.
Ahead of the PTI’s planned rally, mobile networks and internet services had been suspended in Islamabad and Rawalpindi.
2024-10-04 16:59:26
Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi has said that he was very clear that PTI’s supporters wanted to "inavde" Islamabad.
Talking to journalists at D-Chowk, the interior minister said that everyone has the right to protest but the PTI activists are "coming with weapons to attack".
“We will not allow anyone to damage property. Yesterday, we requested them not to hold rallies or protests at this time.”
Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) Chief Minister Ali Amin Gandapur is a Pakistani citizen and he should reconsider his actions, he said, adding that he can record his party’s protest anywhere inside his province.
2024-10-04 14:22:42
The road leading to the Adiala jail in Rawalpindi has been blocked with containers in Rawalpindi.
Containers have also been placed before the Adiala prison where Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) founder, Imran Khan, remains incarcerated.
Additional police force has been deployed outside jail's vicinity, with the road leading to it from Gorakhpur also closed with security placed on high alert.
2024-10-04 14:03:37
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The government has ensured additional deployment of police, Rangers and Frontier Corps personnel at the D Chowk in Islamabad as protestors rally towards the city's crucial location.
Meanwhile, roads leading to the D Chowk have been closed with barbed wire.
2024-10-04 13:44:49
LAHORE: A petition was filed with the Lahore High Court (LHC) against the tear gas and rubber bullets shelling at "peaceful protesters" by the police. Punjab inspector general of police (IGP) and provincial government have been made respondents in the case.
2024-10-04 13:32:19
ISLAMABAD: Barbed wires have been placed at D-Chowk to seal the area while more contingents of police and Rangers have been deployed, Geo News reported.
2024-10-04 13:08:54
Police have ensured the availability of 2000 shells of tear gas at Islamabad's Chongi no 26 as a measure to deal with the potential crowd of protesters, set to stage a demonstration in the federal capital.
The law enforcers said that Operations senior superintendent of police (SSP), Safe City SSP and CIA superintendent of police (SP) arrived at Chongi no 26, while the markets present nearby were also ordered to close.
2024-10-04 12:52:34
2024-10-04 12:50:04
As PTI supporters awaited departure from Swabi to Islamabad for today's protest, KP CM Ali Amin Gandapur appeared before the Peshawar High Court (PHC) to secure transit remand in two cases.
The PTI convoy in Swabi was supposed to leave for Islamabad in Gandapur's leadership at 11am. However, the KP CM couldn't reach the meeting point at the scheduled time.
The court approved the chief minister's transit remand and directed him to appear before the relevant forums on October 25.
After the hearing, CM Gandapur said that they "will not stop and keep going forward" until further directives from PTI founder Imran Khan.
"D-Chowk is our destination," he said before leaving for Swabi.
2024-10-04 12:44:19
The Punjab government Friday imposed a ban on pillion riding in Rawalpindi and Attock, read a notification.
The ban has been imposed for two days under Section 144 in the two cities.
2024-10-04 12:07:44
2024-10-04 11:21:06
Punjab government has summoned the Rangers personnel while imposing Section 144 in Lahore, Rawalpindi, Attock and Sargodha ahead of PTI's Islamabad rally.
A notification has also been issued in this regard, according to which political gatherings, sit-ins, rallies or protests have been prohibited in the said cities.
As per the notification, Section 144 will remain imposed in Lahore till October 8, while in Rawalpindi, Attock and Sargodha, it will remain imposed till October 6.
"Gatherings can be a soft target for the terrorists," the notification stated.
2024-10-04 10:49:15
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PESHAWAR: PTI leader and advisor to KP CM on Information Barrister Saif has said that the Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz-led government has "prepared Gullu Butts" to met out violence on the supporters of the Imran Khan-founded party coming to participate in the Islamabad protest.
"They are gearing up for violence against our peaceful protest," Saif said.
He, however, vowed to deal with those engaged in violence with "iron fists", while warning the Punjab Police to "stay in constitutional limits".
2024-10-04 09:39:05
2024-10-04 09:36:22
Former PTI leader Shafqat Mahmood has advised the Imran Khan-founded party not to hold protests till Oct 17 as "respected personalities" are visiting the nation. At the same time, he said the government should also refrain from introducing "controversial" bills.
2024-10-04 09:09:45
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Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) Chief Minister Ali Amin Gandapur is all set to leave for D-Chowk at 11am along with his convoy, said sources. His convoy will include provincial ministers, MPAs, MNAs, and party workers.
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Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi, while addressing a presser, warned of a strict action against those who launch an "onslaught on Islamabad”, urging the Imran Khan-founded party to review its protest call.
“The PTI’s top leadership should review its protest call […] No one will be allowed for an onrush on Islamabad,” the security czar said.
“Paramilitary forces, army and Rangers have been called in. We have to ensure security in the [federal capital],” he added.
Naqvi said the country’s interest should be given priority over political goals, stating that any act that could tarnish the country’s image should be avoided.
“We hope that KP CM [Ali Amin Gandapur] will not resort to any move that could bring disrepute to the country.”
“The PTI is a party of Pakistan, not a foreign entity. When a head of state is present in Islamabad and you plan to onrush at that time, this is completely inappropriate,” Naqvi said.
2024-10-04 08:29:43
Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) government spokesperson Barrister Muhammad Ali Saif denied any contact with the federal authorities. “No formal contact was made by any federal minister.”
“The decision to stage demonstration at D-Chowk remains intact […] The protest will be held at any cost,” Saif added.
2024-10-04 08:28:57
Sources have claimed the federal authorities were in contact with Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) Chief Minister Ali Amin Gandapur, who had announced to lead multiple convoys from Peshawar to attend the PTI’s planned protest at the D-Chowk.
The federal government’s representatives asked the provincial chief executive to postpone the protest as it will coincide with the final day of the Malaysian prime minister’s visit to Pakistan.
The claim was confirmed by provincial minister, Muhammad Zahir Shah, who said that Gandapur was adamant on holding the protest tomorrow.
“Gandapur told the authorities that protest will only be cancelled on Imran Khan’s call," he said while speaking to Geo News.
2024-10-04 08:27:46
Islamabad police has said that all Khidmat Markaz Centres and driving licence branches will also remain closed.
2024-10-04 08:25:01
Citing possible road closure across the federal capital, the private schools' association has announced that the schools will remain closed on Friday as Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) plans to hold protest for "judiciary's independence" at D-Chowk.
“Children’s safety is our top priority […] Even today, the students suffered from road blockades,” Waheed Khan, general secretary of private schools’ association, said in a statement issued on late Thursday.
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A meeting of PTI's parliamentary party has decided to stage a mammoth protest demonstration at Islamabad’s D-Chowk on October 4.
The parliamentary party meeting, chaired by PTI firebrand leader and KP CM Ali Amin Gandapur, also decided that a special and “trained” vanguard will reach at the jalsa venue ahead of the caravans.
CM Gandapur will lead all the protest rallies marching on Islamabad, the meeting decided.
2024-10-02 18:48:10
Police have restored to tear gas shelling to disperse PTI supporters in Faisalabad.
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Police have dispersed the protesting PTI workers and restored the vehicular traffic on the roads in Mianwali.
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Addressing an event in Lahore, PML-N supremo once again repeated his trademark slogan “Mujhe Kyun Nikala” (why was I removed) and held people equally responsible for the deteriorating economic situation of the country.
The former prime minister was removed from office by the Supreme Court in a unanimous verdict over corruption allegations in 2017.
Addressing the event, Nawaz remarked: “You are also equally responsible. Have you ever asked ‘Mujhe Kyun Nikala’ when the country was on the upward trajectory of progress and prosperity.”
Have you ever asked yourself why he was removed from power, Nawaz added.
2024-10-02 16:58:26
Amid the ongoing crackdown against the former ruling party, the police have taken PTI MPA Nadeem Sadiq Dogar in Faisalabad.
2024-10-02 16:53:16
Taking a swipe at Imran Khan-founded party, Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz has said that nobody in his province took to street on the call of PTI.
She alleged that PTI brings people from KP for protest in Punjab. Criticising Khan’s politics, the chief minister said that the incarcerated former prime minister never took any measure to facilitate the masses.
“I always heard that set fire, smash heads of policemen,” the chief minister lambasted the PTI founder.
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PTI's MPA Javed Niaz Manj has been arrested by the police.
2024-10-02 14:56:58
Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) founding member Akbar S Babar on Wednesday said the party has resorted to politics of commotion and anarchy and that such agitative politics would cost dearly to Pakistan.
Talking to journalists outside the Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP) in Islamabad, the politician said that establishing the writ of the state was the prime responsibility of the government.
Babar added that PTI staged a fake drama on March 3 to hold the intra-party election, which he had challenged in the ECP on March 5.
The politico lamented that Barrister Gohar Khan was the self-proclaimed chairman of the party.
Babar said that there was a complete fiefdom in PTI and everyone was engaged in a power struggle.
The politician alleged that Adiala jail looked like PTI's camp office, adding that the party's founder, Imran Khan, was enjoying every facility inside the prison and questioned whether other prisoners also have the same facilities inside the jail or not.
2024-10-02 14:42:29
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) Secretary Information Sheikh Waqas Akram Wednesday said the party willhold a protest at the D Chowk in the federal capital on October 4.
Addressing a presser in Islamabad today, the PTI leader said: "No matter how many days it takes, we will reach D-chowk, as it is our leader's call."
He also resolved to ensure holding today's protests in Mianwali "despite all obstacles."
Commenting on today's protest, he said that the Punjab Police has beenraiding houses and completing their target of arresting party's workers.
He added that PTI workers are being arrested in Mianwali, Bahawalpur and Faisalabad, while the provincial police has adopted the attitude of a usurper force in the suburbs areas of Punjab.
"Mianwali seems to be a more important area than the red zone. All roads leading to Mianwali have been closed. The CPEC route has also been closed with containers," he said.
The politician also complained about disruption in internet service in several areas last night.
He claimed that the party's provincial lawmakers as well as it organisational officials have been arrested. "Those who were released on bail from the court were also picked up."
Akram said that hundreds of citizens have been arrested in Faisalabad as well.
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Prime Minister's Advisor on Public and Political Affairs Rana Sanaullah has said that Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf's (PTI) behaviour is "not political".
"PTI didn't maintain a posture [as a polititical party], neither in the government nor in the opposition," the former federal minister said while slamming the former ruling party for organising long marches and sit ins.
While speaking in Geo News' programme 'Geo Pakistan', hee said that PTI wants "anarchy, violence and unrest" in the country and it is important for the law and democracy to stop the party.
Sanaullah went on to say that the Imran Khan-founded party is not willing to accept or sit withanyone else.
"PTI will not adopt a democratic behaviour under any circumstance, which is not acceptable," he added.
2024-10-02 10:43:04
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Various thoroughfares and arteries across Punjab were cordoned off in the wake of Section 144 imposed in the province ahead of PTI protests.
The M4 motorway in Gojra leading to Faisalabad and Empress Bridge that connects Lodhran to Bahawalpur were blocked off with containers, while police parties were deputed at various points.
2024-10-02 09:59:11
The government's imposition of Section 144 in Punjab in the light of PTI's protest call has been challenged in the Lahore High Court (LHC), as the Imran Khan-founded party gears up for demonstrations in three cities of the province.
The petition filed by a citizen states that the provincial government imposed Section 144 in order to suppress the PTI supporters from staging protests, which is a constitutional right of every Pakistani citizen.
It moved the court to declare the notification of the Section 144 null and void.
2024-10-02 09:37:02
KARACHI: Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) leader Manzoor Wassan has said that incarcerated former prime minister Imran Khan wants to get relief through protests but "it seems like PTI founder will stay in the jail for some more time".
The politician stated that those with the authority to grant relief are "strong" enough to resist any pressure.
He further stated that the system of current government will continue but "faces" will be changed.
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The ban will remain in effect for two days in Faisalabad and Bahawalpur, while Mianwali faces a week-long restriction. Officials stated that there were sufficient grounds to invoke Section 144 to maintain public peace and tranquility across these regions.
2024-10-02 08:18:27
According to the notifications, the current law and order situation poses a “soft target” for miscreants, creating a serious security risk. The imposition of Section 144 is intended to prevent public unrest, ensuring the safety of lives and property in the districts. The directives prohibit all forms of public gatherings, including political assemblies, sit-ins, protests and rallies.
2024-10-02 08:15:30
The Punjab government on Tuesday imposed Section 144 in several districts, including Faisalabad, Bahawalpur, Jhang, Toba Tek Singh, and Mianwali, ahead of a planned rally by the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) in southern Punjab.