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Thu, November 21, 2024
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Netanyahu and Israeli Officials Take Cover in Bunker During Strikes on Iran

Isr@eli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and top officials, including Defense Minister Yoav Gallant, sheltered in a bunker at Tel Aviv’s Kirya military base early Saturday morning as Isr@el launched significant airstrikes on Iran’s defense systems. A viral image captured them inside the bunker, coordinating operations during the strikes, which involved over 100 aircraft targeting 20 […]

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Source: ARY News
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Six Supreme Court Judges Skip Farewell Event for Outgoing CJP Qazi Faez Isa

Six Supreme Court judges chose not to attend a farewell event, or full court reference, held for outgoing Chief Justice of Pakistan (CJP) Qazi Faez Isa. Traditionally, this event is attended by all Supreme Court justices to honor the departing CJP. However, Justices Mansoor Ali Shah, Munib Akhtar, Ayesha Malik, Shahid Waheed, Athar Minallah, and […]

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Source: NBC News
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Over 60 US Lawmakers Urge Biden to Advocate for Imran Khan’s Release and Safety

More than 60 members of the United States House of Representatives have sent a letter to President Joe Biden, urging him to use Washington’s influence to secure the release of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) founder Imran Khan. The former Prime Minister has been incarcerated since August last year following his conviction in the Toshakhana criminal case […]

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Source: Business Recorder
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Justice Yahya Afridi Appointed as Next Chief Justice of Pakistan by President Zardari

President of Pakistan Asif Ali Zardari has appointed Justice Yahya Afridi as the 30th Chief Justice of Pakistan (CJP). His appointment follows the retirement of Chief Justice Qazi Faez Isa and was finalized after a recommendation from the special parliamentary committee under the 26th Constitutional Amendment. The parliamentary committee nominated Justice Afridi, and his appointment […]

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Source: Aaj English TV
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US Declines to Comment on PM Shehbaz Sharif’s Request for Aafia Siddiqui’s Release

The US State Department has declined to comment on Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif’s request for the release of Dr. Aafia Siddiqui, a Pakistani neuroscientist serving an 86-year prison sentence in the US on terrorism charges. During a press conference in Washington, State Department spokesperson Vedant Patel stated that inquiries regarding Dr. Siddiqui’s case should be […]

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Source: Network for Animals
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Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Proposes New Animal Welfare Bill with Fines Up to Rs 100,000 for Abuse

Khyber Pakhtunkhwa has proposed a comprehensive Animal Welfare Bill to prevent animal cruelty and regulate breeding practices. This new legislation, the first in 134 years, replaces an outdated colonial-era law from 1890. The bill makes it illegal to engage in cruel practices such as cockfighting, dogfighting, or overworking animals. It imposes strict penalties, including up […]

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Source: Pakistan Peoples Party/Bakhtawar Bhutto-Zardari Instagram
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Bakhtawar Bhutto Names Third Son After Her Grandfather Zulfiqar Bhutto

Bakhtawar Bhutto, daughter of current President Asif Ali Zardari and the late Prime Minister Benazir Bhutto has named her third son in honor of her grandfather, Zulfiqar Ali Bhutto. On Tuesday morning, Bakhtawar and her husband, Mahmood Chaudhry, shared the news on Instagram, revealing the name of their newborn son, “Mir Zulfiqar Mahmood Chaudhry.” The […]

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Source: The Daily Guardian
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Pakistan Passes 26th Constitutional Amendment, Reforming Judiciary

Pakistan’s government has passed the 26th Constitutional Amendment Bill, bringing significant changes to the country’s judicial system. The amendment, also called the Constitutional Package, focuses on limiting the Supreme Court’s suo motu powers and setting a three-year term for the Chief Justice of Pakistan (CJP). One of the key changes is the new process for […]

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Source: China Daily
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Israeli PM Netanyahu’s Office Confirms Drone Attack on His Caesarea Residence

A drone was launched towards Isr@eli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s private residence in Caesarea on Saturday, according to a statement from his office. The Prime Minister and his wife were not present during the attack, and no injuries were reported. The Isr@eli military confirmed that three drones were launched from Lebanon, with one striking a […]

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Source: The Express Tribune/X.com
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PM Shehbaz Sharif Requests Joe Biden To Pardon Dr. Aafia Siddiqui on Humanitarian Grounds

On Friday, Pakistan has officially sought a presidential pardon for neuroscientist Dr. Aafia Siddiqui, who is currently imprisoned in the United States. The request was made during a hearing at the Islamabad High Court (IHC) on a case related to her repatriation. The additional attorney general of Pakistan (AAGP), Munawar Dogal, informed the IHC bench, […]

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