Senior Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) leader Rana Sanullah has told Geo News’ Shehzad Iqbal, that they “must admit that Imran Khan has resisted and survived jail, which we did not expect.”
The journalist asked Advisor Sanaullah about PML-N leader Hanif Abbasi’s recent allegation that the former Prime Minister was being provided with drugs in Adiala Jail. Rana replied, “I have heard the rumors as well, but one thing I must admit is that Khan is surviving in jail, which I did not expect from him.”
Rana Sanaullah also stated that Khan’s incarceration has nothing to do with whether he allegedly needs drugs or not because “surviving in a jail requires other things which I did not think Imran Khan had in him.”
Journalist Fakhar Durrani revealed on Geo News that the Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) is annoyed with Chief Minister of Punjab Maryam Nawaz Sharif because she does not let anyone transfer or appoint government officers based on political affiliations.
Durrani alleged, “Not just PPP but the ministers within the PML-N are concerned as well about not being able to appoint their choice of bureaucrats.”
The journalist opined that Pakistan’s political culture is one in which politicians appoint and transfer their chosen bureaucrats to their respective districts.
He further said that CM Maryam Nawaz has announced within her party that she will not allow any change in administration due to political reasons and that a proper mechanism will be followed in Punjab.
An amusing situation arose in the Pakistan Senate on Friday when during a session on terrorism, Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) senator Dost Mohammad Khan said: “If you want to end terrorism, then release Imran Khan because he is an expert in terrorism.”
Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) Senator Irfan Siddiqui, who was presiding over the session in the absence of the Chairman Senate and his deputy, intervened to correct the PTI Senator’s statement, saying he probably meant that Imran Khan was an “expert in eliminating terrorism.”
However, Dost remained unaware of his slip of the tongue and responded: “You are from the opposing party; that’s why you are saying this, sir.”
After this, PTI leaders Shibli Faraz and Mohsin Aziz tried their best to clarify the situation with the PTI senator but were unsuccessful.
PTI’s Shibli Faraz tried to explain in Pashto but he too failed to convince Dost Muhammad Khan.
It’s been weeks since javelin star Arshad Nadeem won a gold medal at Paris Olympics 2024, and Pakistanis are still not over it. He broke over a 100-year Olympic record with his historic 92.97 metre throw.
With dedication and hard work, Arshad aimed for the stars, and Indus Motor Company (IMC) supported his dream from 2023.
To recognise Arshad Nadeem’s extraordinary sports feat, which has earned him a name not just in Pakistan but around the world, IMC takes immense pride in being a part of his well-deserved celebration.
Concern Beyond Cars is IMC’s social responsibility program which endeavours to create an inclusive society where no one’s dream fades by dawn.
And this year, to pay homage to the young Olympian, Indus Motor Company (IMC) has presented Arshad Nadeem with its premium Toyota Fortuner GRS, as a token to commemorate his monumental victory with a personalised registered number plate of ANO 9297 for his Fortuner GRS.
“I am thankful for Toyota for sponsoring me way before the Paris Olympics 2024 and provided constant support to me. My biggest sponsor is Toyota Pakistan and no matter how much I praise them, it won’t be enough for the support they gave me. I want to thank the team of Toyota Pakistan. Just like I made the name of Pakistan proud globally, it also gives me immense pride and happiness to see how Toyota is globally recognized as well,” Arshad Nadeem extended his gratitude.
IMCs Chief Executive, Ali Asghar Jamali expressed, “We’re thrilled to have Arshad Nadeem here amongst us and the entire IMC team has turned up to catch a glimpse of their Olympic hero. His gold Olympic win is big news for Pakistan and taken the country by storm. Every Pakistani is absolutely overjoyed and there’s every reason, as what Arshad has achieved is no small feat on all counts. Our conviction to provide opportunities to emerging sportsmen has been a pillar of strength for many who have done Pakistan proud.”
He further shared, “Our Toyota Fortuner is a pure testament of believing in local and entrusting it to make a mark on the global front, just like Arshad Nadeem did. The Toyota Fortuner is known for its cutting-edge technology, superior performance, and reliability. This is a fitting reward for an athlete who embodies determination, resilience, and excellence. We wish Arshad the very best for the future.”
From karate champion Saadi Abbas and table tennis para champion Zainab Barkat, mountaineer Asad Memon for summiting Mount Denali, boxing champion Shahir Afridi, and more – IMC has a long history of supporting rising stars of Pakistan.
Bollywood superstar Salman Khan’s recent video has left his fans feeling sad.
A video currently going viral on social media was shared by leading paparazzi accounts in India. The video appears to be from an event where Salman Khan was invited as a special guest.
Bollywood actress Sonali Bendre was also present at the event.
According to Indian media, when Sonali arrived at the ceremony, Khan tried to get up from his seat to greet her but struggled.
In the video, Khan can hardly be seen standing up from his seat. He eventually stands, waits for Sonali, hugs her when she arrives, and then sits down.
Fans became emotional after watching the video of Salman. In the comments, they noted that seeing their legends and heroes age makes them feel as though they are aging too.
Khan and Sonali Bendre worked together in the 1999 blockbuster film Hum Saath Saath Hain.
Founder Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) Imran Khan has directed party leaders who are underground to come out and get arrested, Geo News reported.
While talking to journalists at Adiala Jail, Khan urged, “I myself am in prison and the rest of the leaders should also stop fearing it.”
Imran is currently incarcerated in Adiala Jail over multiple charges including the new Toshakhana reference.
Khan stated, “Undercover leaders of PTI should offer their arrests and face whatever charges are brought up against them. They can get bail from courts after arrests.”
After May 9, 2023 many leaders of PTI including, Hammad Azhar and Murad Saeed went undercover to evade arrests.
Two new players have been included in the national cricket team for the second Test match against Bangladesh.
Mystery spinners Abrar Ahmed and Kamran Ghulam have been included in the national Test squad. They were released from the Test squad before the start of the first Test match and were playing for the Pakistan Shaheens in the 4-day match against Bangladesh ‘A’ at Islamabad Club.
Apart from this, fast bowler Shaheen Shah Afridi came to Karachi for the birth of his son and he has now rejoined the squad in Pindi.
Amir Jamal, who left the squad to work on his fitness at the National Cricket Academy (NCA), was also recalled during his participation in the second Test. He will be subjected to fitness clearance.
The team management and senior players are not happy with the overall fast bowlers’ performance in the first Test.
The second Test between Pakistan and Bangladesh will be played from August 30 to September 3 at the Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium.
In the first Test, Bangladesh defeated Pakistan by ten wickets in Rawalpindi.
The federal government has decided to increase the number of Supreme Court judges to 23, which includes the Chief Justice of Pakistan, Qazi Faez Isa, Geo News reported.
The government has submitted the amendment bill of The Supreme Court (Number of Judges) Act, 1997, to the National Assembly Secretariat today.
PML-N member Danyal Chaudhary proposed the bill in the National Assembly. The bill stated that the larger number of Supreme Court judges would help ensure timely hearings and decisions despite the backlog of cases.
According to the proposed bill, expertise is needed in cases related to cybercrime, environmental law, and global trade.
In February 2024, the Law and Justice Commission of Pakistan released the Bi-Annual Report of Judicial Statistics from July to December 2023, reporting that pending cases reached a staggering 2.26 million figure.
Senior Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) member and senator Irfan Siddiqui has revealed on Hum News programme that when Nawaz Sharif was invited to Kakul Academy’s passing out parade as the chief guest in 2014, the PM’s live broadcast was taken off air by the army.
Senator recalled, “It was soon after his [Gen Raheel} appointment in November 2013, and the passing out parade was in April (2014). The PM [Nawaz Sharif] invited me as well, along with some cabinet members.”
Siddiqui said that when he returned home, his family members asked him why he wasn’t shown on TV.
When the senator inquired from PML-N leader Pervez Rashid about their absence from live coverage, Rashid told Siddiqui: “Some officer had taken control of PTV’s van. He dictated what could go on live coverage and what couldn’t.”
Irfan Siddiqui also stated that Pervez Rashid who was the federal minister of Information at the time wrote a letter to ISPR demanding an explanation but he did not get a reply.
“At that time DG ISPR was Asim Saleem Bajwa. Bajwa created a whole machinery to create a greater than life public image of Gen Raheel and the Prime Minister could not be shown along with Gen Raheel,” said the PML-N leader.
The senator stated that he was concerned at the fact that the new Army Chief was just appointed, so this incident alerted him.
