The government subsequently filed a review petition challenging the direction to move Khan to a private hospital. The review petition, filed on behalf of the Islamabad chief commissioner, argued that the Supreme Court’s order had not sufficiently taken into account the rules governing the transfer of prisoners to hospitals. The government maintained that existing prison … Read more
The language reflects the increasingly confrontational relationship between the two countries. For Tehran, sanctions are not simply financial restrictions but part of a broader strategy designed to weaken the Iranian economy and limit the government’s ability to operate internationally. Washington, meanwhile, has significantly expanded its sanctions campaign. On August 25, U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent … Read more
That issue has been at the heart of Pakistan’s accountability debate for years. Over time, however, the organization has faced criticism from political parties and civil society groups over allegations of selective accountability and political interference. Supporters of the institution argue that high-profile investigations are necessary because political leaders and senior officials can potentially have … Read more
Over the years, the bureau has investigated and prosecuted cases involving prominent political figures from different parties. Its activities have included investigations into alleged corruption, misuse of authority, money laundering and financial irregularities. Yet the institution has also faced persistent criticism. One of the central complaints is that accountability in Pakistan has frequently appeared to … Read more
Critics argue that this association has weakened public confidence in the bureau’s neutrality. The discussion is not simply about whether corruption exists in Pakistan. Corruption remains a major governance and economic challenge, affecting public finances, investment, institutional performance and confidence in government. Critics Question NAB’s Historical Role in Pakistani Politics One of the strongest criticisms … Read more
Why Pakistan’s NAB Accountability System Is Being Questioned Over the years, however, NAB has become closely associated with high-profile political cases. Critics say this history has contributed to a perception that accountability in Pakistan is often selective. Such criticism has emerged under different political governments and political eras. The central argument made by critics is … Read more
The argument was that the provincial assembly is the appropriate constitutional forum for discussing a proposal involving the territorial integrity of Sindh. PPP representatives maintained that political parties and public figures have the right to discuss administrative restructuring. However, they argued that a proposal affecting the territorial boundaries of Sindh ultimately requires consideration through the … Read more
In an interview discussed during the program, Gandapur reportedly said that he would not join the march through the PTI platform. If he participated, he would do so in an individual capacity. The explanation reflects the depth of the disagreement between Gandapur and the current political leadership associated with the protest campaign. The discussion also … Read more
Japanese Consul General Highlights the Spirit of the Festival He described the event as a celebration of the beauty, passion and wonder associated with Japanese cinema. The remarks underlined the cultural purpose of the festival, with the event designed to go beyond film screenings and encourage encounters between people from different cultural backgrounds. For Japan’s … Read more
Petrol prices have reportedly been reduced by Rs3.13 per litre, bringing the new price to Rs345.87 per litre. At the same time, diesel prices have increased by Rs3.74 per litre, with the new price reported at Rs378.50 per litre. The different movements in petrol and diesel prices are significant because the two fuels have different … Read more