Pakistan Protest

PTI plans protests seeking access to Imran Khan amid death claims; Section 144 imposed in Rawalpindi

The PTI has submitted a list of six lawyers to Adiala Jail authority, requesting a meeting with Imran Khan. The party has also appealed to its supporters across Pakistan to gather outside the jail.

Pakistan govt warns of 'full force' amid protest calls by Imran Khan's party during SCO Summit

Imran Khan's Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) decided to protest in Islamabad's D-Chowk on Tuesday (October 15) during the first day of the SCO Summit if their demands were not met. The Pakistani government has imposed strict security measures to welcome 900 foreign delegates.

Has Imran Khan's party invited Jaishankar to join ongoing protest? PTI clarifies amid rumours

"Peaceful protest is our constitutional right. No foreign dignitary, including from India, has been given an invitation to PTI to attend the protest," Barrister Gohar Khan said amid rumours of Jaishankar joining the protest during his upcoming visit to Pakistan.

US issues alert for citizens in Pakistan: 'Keep a low profile and be aware of your surroundings'

The march, which is being led by the head of the northwestern province of Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa, where Imran Khan's party remains in power, aims to gather in the capital, defying a ban on congregations, to press for Khan's release and agitate against the ruling coalition.

Pakistan: Imran Khan's party faces police crackdown as 700 supporters arrested in Punjab province

The arrests came a day after Imran's Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) was about to hold a major protest in the capital Islamabad. The party has been holding several protests demanding Imran's release from prison and the independence of the judiciary.

'Pakistanis are paying Rs 24,000 for using fridge, fans': PM directs to disconnect his AC connection

"It is not possible that while the people face difficulties, high-ranked officials and the prime minister continue to consume free electricity paid for with the taxes people pay," said Pakistan's interim PM.

Imran Khan's life under threat in Attock Jail, kept in 9X11 feet room, given B-class facilities: PTI

Under the B-Class, the Khan is entitled to books, newspapers of choice, a table, a chair, a 21-inch television, a mattress, clothing and jail food, in addition to a bathroom facility in the barrack he has been kept in.

Pakistan govt rejects Imran's negotiations offer: 'Talks are held with politicians, not terrorists'

The critical statement came as the "ousted PM" constituted a seven-member team to hold talks with the incumbent government over developing consensus on a date for the general elections.

Pakistan: Imran Khan takes U-turn; ‘Who wants to fight the army, my fight is not with them'

"Who wants to fight the army? Whoever fights the army will only lose the country … all this that is being done, only the PDM will benefit from it,” said PTI Chairman Imran Khan.

'Pakistan's situation is even worst than 1971 war': Imran Khan claims PM Shehbaz plans to ban PTI

Imran Khan claimed that Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif-led government did it deliberately in order to put the blame on PTI.

Pakistan army chief Munir refutes military rule and resignation rumours amid political turmoil

The Army remains Pakistan’s most powerful institution, having ruled it directly for close to half its 75-year history through three coups.

Pakistan PM comes in defence of Army Chief; gives ultimatum of 72 hours to arrest violent protestors

Notably, Sharif's statement came nearly 18 hours after a high court in Islamabad granted broad protection from arrest in multiple legal cases against him

China acting mute spectator on ex-Pakistan PM Imran's arrest. Is it a Beijing-orchestrated chaos?

It is worth mentioning the $50 billion Pakistan component of Beijing's Belt and Road Initiative -- has not progressed well under the Imran Khan government. And, China believes if Imran Khan's government again came into power, it would be tough to negotiate with the cricketer-turned-politician.

Pakistan PM Shehbaz's strong message to Imran: 'My brother Nawaz was also arrested by NAB, but...'

During the address, Pakistan's PM acknowledged the tumultuous nature of the country's political history but did not mention that Imran's arrest was a part of alleged "revenge".

Pakistan Army's first response after Imran Khan's arrest: 'Former PM has lust for power'

Notably, the critical statement from Pakistani Army came a day after former PM Khan was arrested in a corruption case.

Pakistan is on the brink of civil war; Army deployed in Punjab, Islamabad amid violent protests

The latest government action came nearly 24 hours after massive protests broke out in several key locations including Lahore and Rawalpindi, where protestors targeted defence bases and police vehicles.

'Strong vigil being maintained along LoC': India's first response after Pakistan's Imran's arrest

Pakistan: Thousands of tribesmen protest against rising terrorism in country's northwest region

Pakistan protest: According to reports, more than 5,000 tribesmen took out a rally in Wana, the headquarters of the South Waziristan tribal district, against the growing unrest, terrorism, and kidnappings in their areas.

Pakistan SC adjourns Nawaz Sharif disqualification issue till October 2

Islamabad: Pakistan's Supreme Court on Monday adjourned till October 2 the hearing of a plea to disqualify Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif for allegedly lying to the Parliament over asking the army to mediate a truce