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Pemra again warns TV channels of repercussions if content against military, judiciary goes on air

Reiterates that fine of Rs1m, revocation of license and suspension of transmission can result if its directives are flouted. Published 16 May, 2022 06:22pm

Everyone knows 'neutrals' were not actually neutral during 'regime change conspiracy': Mazari

Mazari asks how one can stay neutral when the country is facing destruction. Updated 13 May, 2022 08:02pm

PM Shehbaz-led delegation to leave for London tonight for meeting with Nawaz: information minister

Says nature of the visit is "private" and accuses government's opponents of blowing it out of proportion. Updated 10 May, 2022 10:53pm

Imran urges SC to take notice of 'blatant violation' of Constitution after Punjab governor de-notified

Says president's office has been insulted; Cheema rejects notification while Elahi refuses to become acting governor. Updated 10 May, 2022 07:10pm

Pemra warns TV channels from airing content that 'casts aspersions' against army, judiciary

Says programmes on sub-judice matters should be aired in an "informative manner" and "handled objectively". Updated 09 May, 2022 10:07pm

PTI’s Shahbaz Gill injured in car crash on motorway, says it was a ‘murder attempt’

The incident occurred when a speeding vehicle rammed into Gill’s car from the rear side, according to police. Updated 06 May, 2022 08:27am

Shireen Mazari writes to UN over 'misuse of blasphemy laws' against Imran

PTI leader wants "media censorship" to stop and halt use of "repressive measures" against peaceful protests. Published 04 May, 2022 04:52pm

Imran writes to President Alvi, CJP Bandial seeking probe into 'threat letter'

Former prime minister says "silence" from SC and presidency is creating a sense of "betrayal and helplessness" among people. Published 30 Apr, 2022 12:21pm

Pemra issues show-cause notice to ARY for airing 'fake news' regarding envoy's stance on cablegate

Notice says channel ran news claiming Asad Majeed confirmed in NSC meeting that cablegate was indeed "interference". Updated 23 Apr, 2022 09:56pm

PTI's Shah Mahmood Qureshi, PML-N's Shehbaz Sharif file nomination papers for PM election

Nomination papers accepted; election for new leader of the house scheduled for Monday at 2pm. Updated 10 Apr, 2022 06:19pm

Opposition submits no-confidence resolution against NA Deputy Speaker Qasim Suri

NA to meet for second time today to vote on the resolution calling for the premier's ouster. Updated 09 Apr, 2022 07:03am

Shehbaz says 'hurried' nomination of ex-CJP Gulzar for caretaker PM 'attempt to subvert Constitution'

PML-N leader writes back to President Alvi, turns down request to make nomination while the matter is still in Supreme Court. Updated 06 Apr, 2022 08:53pm

No-trust vote: MQM-P formally breaks rank with govt 'in interest of Pakistan'

With MQM-P no more an ally, PM Imran to lose majority in NA if situation remains the same till voting on no-trust resolution. Updated 30 Mar, 2022 10:21pm

PM Imran formally directs party MNAs to not vote on no-trust motion against him in NA

Warns that any violation of the instructions would be "treated as express defection in terms of Article 63-A" of the Constitution. Updated 30 Mar, 2022 09:23am

Speaker Asad Qaiser summons crucial NA session on no-trust resolution on March 25

Cites OIC meeting, renovations in Senate and absence of any other suitable place as reason for delay; PPP issues condemnation. Updated 21 Mar, 2022 07:15am

PTI issues show-cause notices to 13 dissident lawmakers

MNAs given until March 26 to have a personal hearing with PM Imran Khan and explain why they may not be declared defectors. Updated 19 Mar, 2022 07:57pm

Voting on no-trust motion to take place after March 27: Senator Faisal Javed

Says "biggest rally" in Pakistan's history will be held at Islamabad's D-Chowk on March 27. Updated 15 Mar, 2022 07:22am

Opposition in uproar after Islamabad police storm Parliament Lodges, arrest 19 including JUI-F MNAs

Operation launched after JUI-F's Ansarul Islam force entered the lodges; Rashid says those arrested were from a "private militia". Updated 11 Mar, 2022 07:24am

Former president and PML-N leader Rafiq Tarar passes away in Lahore at 92

His funeral prayers will be offered at Jamia Ashrafia, Lahore after Asr prayers today. Updated 07 Mar, 2022 01:42pm

CII declares violence over blasphemy allegations against principles of Islam

Suggests the formation of a national commission that will make recommendations to curb such incidents. Updated 23 Feb, 2022 05:14pm