In Pakistan, there is no end to troubles for the former Prime Minister Imran Khan and his wife Bushra Bibi. In the latest, Bushra Bibi has been named as a suspect in 15 cases.

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<p>Former Pakistan prime minister Imran Khan and his wife Bushra Bibi were on Saturday (July 13) acquitted by a court in the illegal marriage (iddat) case. A report by Geo News said that a district and sessions court in Islamabad accepted Khan and Bibi's pleas&nbsp;seeking annulment of their conviction in the case. The order was announced by&nbsp;Additional Sessions Judge Muhammad Afzal&nbsp;Majoka.</p>

<p>In February, Khan and Bibi&nbsp;were sentenced to seven years in prison and awarded a fine of $1,798 (around PKR 500,000) after a trial court&nbsp;found their 'nikah'<em>&nbsp;</em>to be fraudulent as Khawar Maneka, Bushra's ex-husband, moved the court against the couple's marriage.</p>

<p>The former PM and his wife&nbsp;challenged their conviction and even moved the Islamabad High Court (IHC) seeking varying relief from the court.</p>

<h2><strong>The verdict</strong></h2>

<p>On Saturday,&nbsp;Additional Sessions Judge Muhammad Afzal&nbsp;Majoka said that Khan and Bibi should be immediately released from jail if they were not wanted in any other case. "Both the petitions seeking the formation of a medical board and consultations with the religious scholars are hereby rejected," the district and&nbsp;sessions court said in its verdict, Geo News reported.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>The court's verdict is a big relief for Khan, the founder of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf party.</p>

<p>With the Toshakhana case sentences suspended and acquittal in the cipher case, the former prime minister&nbsp;was incarcerated at the Adiala Jail in the Iddat case only.&nbsp;</p>

<p>However, the National Accountability Bureau (NAB) arrested Khan and wife in a new case pertaining to Toshakhana.&nbsp;</p>

<h2><strong>An overview of the case</strong></h2>

<p>The illegal marriage case came to light when a petitioner claimed that&nbsp;&nbsp;Bibi was divorced by her former husband Maneka&nbsp;in November 2017 and married Khan in January 2018, even though her&nbsp;iddat&nbsp;period had not ended.</p>

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<p>The petitioner's plea was rejected by the&nbsp;district and sessions court in Islamabad. Geo News reported that later Maneka filed a complaint against the "un-Islamic marriage" of Khan and Bushra in the court of Civil Judge Qudratullah on November 25, 2023 under relevant sections of the Pakistan Penal Code.</p>

<p>Khan and Bibi were indicted in the case on January 16 this year.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Following a hearing in the Adiala Jail, the trial court&nbsp;reserved its verdict on February 2 and handed out seven years' imprisonment each to Imran and Bushra on February 3.</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>


Former Pakistan prime minister Imran Khan and his wife Bushra Bibi were on Saturday (July 13) acquitted by a court in the illegal marriage (iddat) case. A report by Geo News said that a district and sessions court in Islamabad accepted Khan and Bibi's pleas seeking annulment of their conviction in the case.

Former Pakistan prime minister Imran Khan and his wife Bushra Bibi were on Saturday (July 13) acquitted by a court in the illegal marriage (iddat) case. A report by Geo News said that a district and sessions court in Islamabad accepted Khan and Bibi's pleas seeking annulment of their conviction in the case. The order was announced by Additional Sessions Judge Muhammad Afzal Majoka. In February, Khan and Bibi were sentenced to seven years in prison and awarded a fine of $1,798 (around PKR 500,000) after a trial court found their 'nikah' to be fraudulent as Khawar Maneka, Bushra's ex-husband, moved the court against the couple's marriage. The former PM and his wife challenged their conviction and even moved the Islamabad High Court (IHC) seeking varying relief from the court. The verdict On Saturday, Additional Sessions Judge Muhammad Afzal Majoka said that Khan and Bibi should be immediately released from jail if they were not wanted in any other case. "Both the petitions seeking the formation of a medical board and consultations with the religious scholars are hereby rejected," the district and sessions court said in its verdict, Geo News reported. Also read | Pakistani government submits details of former PM Imran Khan's living conditions in jail The court's verdict is a big relief for Khan, the founder of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf party. With the Toshakhana case sentences suspended and acquittal in the cipher case, the former prime minister was incarcerated at the Adiala Jail in the Iddat case only. However, the National Accountability Bureau (NAB) arrested Khan and wife in a new case pertaining to Toshakhana. An overview of the case The illegal marriage case came to light when a petitioner claimed that Bibi was divorced by her former husband Maneka in November 2017 and married Khan in January 2018, even though her iddat period had not ended. Also watch | Race to Power: Pak top court grants 23 reserved seats to Imran Khan's PTI × The petitioner's plea was rejected by the district and sessions court in Islamabad. Geo News reported that later Maneka filed a complaint against the "un-Islamic marriage" of Khan and Bushra in the court of Civil Judge Qudratullah on November 25, 2023 under relevant sections of the Pakistan Penal Code. Khan and Bibi were indicted in the case on January 16 this year. Following a hearing in the Adiala Jail, the trial court reserved its verdict on February 2 and handed out seven years' imprisonment each to Imran and Bushra on February 3. (With inputs from agencies)

Ex-Pakistan PM Imran Khan, wife Bushra Bibi acquitted in illegal marriage case

According to a statement from Khan's party, the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaaf, a Pakistani court reversed the conviction of former prime minister Imran Khan and his wife Bushra Bibi for having an illicit marriage on Saturday, July 13.

Pakistan: Imran Khan and wife Bushra Bibi 'Iddat' illegal marriage case conviction overturned

A court in Pakistan on Saturday (July 13) overturned former prime minister Imran Khan and his wife Bushra Bibi's conviction for illegal marriage, Khan's party the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaaf said.

Islamabad court overturns ex-PM Imran Khan and his wife's conviction in illegal marriage case

A Pakistan court acquitted former Prime Minister Imran Khan and his wife on Saturday on charges of unlawful marriage, his lawyer said. Naeem Panjutha said the court announced the ruling in garrison city of Rawalpini.

Big relief for Imran Khan: Pakistan court acquits ex-PM Imran Khan, wife in unlawful marriage "Iddat" case

<p>A district and sessions court in Islamabad declined the pleas of former Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan, as well as his wife, Bushra Bibi, to suspend their seven-year sentences in the Iddat Case on Thursday, reported Dawn.<br />
The verdict, which had been reserved on Tuesday was notably announced by Additional District and sessions judge (ADSJ) Afzal Majoka today.</p>

<p>Lawyers, women activists, and members of civil society all harshly condemned the Iddat conviction as a "blow to women's right to dignity and privacy."</p>

<p>The ruling had been met with protests in Islamabad by activists and criticism in Karachi by demonstrators who were against the "state's intrusion into people's private lives.</p>

<p>Prior to the general elections, on February 3, an Islamabad court condemned the couple to seven years in prison and fined them each PKR 500,000 for getting married during Bushra Bibi's Iddat period.</p>

<p>The couple was given 14 years in prison in the Toshakhana case, while Imran and his foreign minister, Shah Mahmood Qureshi, were given 10 years in prison in the Cypher case, the same week the verdict was rendered.</p>

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<p>Imran and Qureshi were found not guilty in the Cypher case earlier this month, and the penalties in the Toshakhana case were suspended in April.</p>

<p>The case was previously being heard by District and Sessions Judge Shahrukh Arjumand, who had reserved the verdict in May.</p>

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<p>On the day of the anticipated announcement, he requested that the matter be transferred, citing Maneka's plea to be removed from the appeals panel. The case was then moved to ADSJ Majoka.</p>

<p>Nonetheless, Bushra Bibi's attorney had petitioned the Islamabad High Court for her release on bond and a sentence suspension. In a related development, the sessions court was instructed by the Islamabad High Court to rule on the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) founder's and his wife's pleas within ten days.</p>


A district and sessions court in Islamabad declined the pleas of former Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan, as well as his wife, Bushra Bibi, to suspend their seven-year sentences in the Iddat Case on Thursday, reported Dawn.

A district and sessions court in Islamabad declined the pleas of former Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan, as well as his wife, Bushra Bibi, to suspend their seven-year sentences in the Iddat Case on Thursday, reported Dawn. The verdict, which had been reserved on Tuesday was notably announced by Additional District and sessions judge (ADSJ) Afzal Majoka today. Lawyers, women activists, and members of civil society all harshly condemned the Iddat conviction as a "blow to women's right to dignity and privacy." The ruling had been met with protests in Islamabad by activists and criticism in Karachi by demonstrators who were against the "state's intrusion into people's private lives. Prior to the general elections, on February 3, an Islamabad court condemned the couple to seven years in prison and fined them each PKR 500,000 for getting married during Bushra Bibi's Iddat period. The couple was given 14 years in prison in the Toshakhana case, while Imran and his foreign minister, Shah Mahmood Qureshi, were given 10 years in prison in the Cypher case, the same week the verdict was rendered. Also watch | Pakistan: Imran Khan writes from Jail, attacks Pak army Chief Asim Munir × Imran and Qureshi were found not guilty in the Cypher case earlier this month, and the penalties in the Toshakhana case were suspended in April. The case was previously being heard by District and Sessions Judge Shahrukh Arjumand, who had reserved the verdict in May. Also read | Toshakhana case: Ex-Pakistan PM Imran Khan arrested after being found guilty, sentenced to three years in jail On the day of the anticipated announcement, he requested that the matter be transferred, citing Maneka's plea to be removed from the appeals panel. The case was then moved to ADSJ Majoka. Nonetheless, Bushra Bibi's attorney had petitioned the Islamabad High Court for her release on bond and a sentence suspension. In a related development, the sessions court was instructed by the Islamabad High Court to rule on the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) founder's and his wife's pleas within ten days.

Pakistan: Imran Khan, wife Bushra to remain in jail as court denies bail in illegal marriage case

<p>A Pakistani court on Wednesday (May 29) refused to reveal its verdict on former prime minister Imran Khan and his wife Bushra Bibi regarding an appeal filed against their conviction in an illegal marriage case. Instead, the Islamabad District and Sessions Court judge Shahrukh Arjumand recused himself from the case and urged it to be transferred.</p>

<h2><strong>The Illegal Marriage Case</strong></h2>

<p>The former first couple was sentenced to seven years in jail by a trial court on February 3 this year for getting married allegedly without following the Islamic protocol. The case, brought by Bibi's ex-husband Khawar Maneka, was built on claims that Bushra got married without observing the mandatory waiting period of Iddat. He had asked the court to declare the marriage null and void.</p>

<h2><strong>Khan moves to Islamabad District and Sessions Court</strong></h2>

<p>Later, Imran Khan and his wife moved to the higher court to seek relief. On May 23, Islamabad District and Sessions Court reserved its verdict after the conclusion of the hearing.</p>

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<p>The judge was supposed to publicise his verdict today but he refused. He cited the objection by the complainant and recused himself.</p>

<h2><strong>Khan's lawyer attacks Maneka</strong></h2>

<p>As the judge recused himself, Bushra's ex-husband Maneka walked out of the courtroom where he was allegedly attacked by Khan's lawyer.</p>

<p>The couple got married in 2018, the year when Khan went on to win elections and take office as the prime minister. Although Bushra was supposedly his spiritual mentor, the two grew close to one another throughout their sessions.</p>

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<p>After 28 years of marriage and five children, she filed for divorce and got married to Khan. Bushra is the third wife of Imran Khan, a cricketing hero known for having a playboy reputation at the peak of his career.</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>


A Pakistani court on Wednesday (May 29) refused to reveal its verdict on former prime minister Imran Khan and his wife Bushra Bibi regarding an appeal filed against their conviction in an illegal marriage case.

A Pakistani court on Wednesday (May 29) refused to reveal its verdict on former prime minister Imran Khan and his wife Bushra Bibi regarding an appeal filed against their conviction in an illegal marriage case. Instead, the Islamabad District and Sessions Court judge Shahrukh Arjumand recused himself from the case and urged it to be transferred. The Illegal Marriage Case The former first couple was sentenced to seven years in jail by a trial court on February 3 this year for getting married allegedly without following the Islamic protocol. The case, brought by Bibi's ex-husband Khawar Maneka, was built on claims that Bushra got married without observing the mandatory waiting period of Iddat. He had asked the court to declare the marriage null and void. Khan moves to Islamabad District and Sessions Court Later, Imran Khan and his wife moved to the higher court to seek relief. On May 23, Islamabad District and Sessions Court reserved its verdict after the conclusion of the hearing. Also read: Imran Khan on comparisons with Ranbir Kapoor: Always left an unpleasant aftertaste The judge was supposed to publicise his verdict today but he refused. He cited the objection by the complainant and recused himself. Khan's lawyer attacks Maneka As the judge recused himself, Bushra's ex-husband Maneka walked out of the courtroom where he was allegedly attacked by Khan's lawyer. The couple got married in 2018, the year when Khan went on to win elections and take office as the prime minister. Although Bushra was supposedly his spiritual mentor, the two grew close to one another throughout their sessions. Also read: Imran Khan finally reveals why he separated from ex wife Avantika After 28 years of marriage and five children, she filed for divorce and got married to Khan. Bushra is the third wife of Imran Khan, a cricketing hero known for having a playboy reputation at the peak of his career. (With inputs from agencies)

Pakistan judge refuses to announce verdict on appeals against Khan’s conviction, recuses himself

<p>The Islamabad High Court (IHC) on Wednesday (May 8) ordered the transfer of former prime minister Imran Khan's wife, Bushra Bibi, from the Banigala residence to Adiala Jail, her lawyer said.&nbsp;</p>

<p>In her petition to the Islamabad HC, Bibi accused the authorities of violating her privacy and serving contaminated food in her home cell.&nbsp;</p>

<p>She and her lawyers also said that the Banigala residence, which had been declared a sub-jail, was dominated by men. The prison staff has denied the claims.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>Bibi further accused the authorities of detaining her in one room at Khan's hilltop mansion in Islamabad. The couple has been detained since January conviction on charges of illegally selling state gifts.&nbsp;</p>

<p>As per local reports, Justice Miangul Hassan Aurangzeb pronounced the verdict, which was reserved on May 2 after hearing arguments of both parties.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Her party and a local administration official Afzaal Ahmad said that the authorities complied with her request of getting shifted to jail shortly after the court issued the order.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>In a statement, the party said that the authorities were ordered by the court to shift her to Adiala jail in the garrison city of Rawalpindi, where Khan is serving his 14-year sentence.&nbsp;</p>

<p>During the last hearing, Justice Aurangzeb said, "It appears that the decision to relocate Bushra Bibi to Bani Gala had been predetermined. If I am forcibly confined to my home, I would be deeply pleased. How can a prisoner's property be converted into a sub-jail against his or her will."&nbsp;</p>

<p>The Adiala jail superintendent had said in March that Bibi could not be transferred to the prison owing to "security risks".&nbsp;</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)&nbsp;</em></p>


The Islamabad High Court (IHC) on Wednesday (May 8) ordered the transfer of former prime minister Imran Khan's wife, Bushra Bibi, from the Banigala residence to Adiala Jail, her lawyer said.

The Islamabad High Court (IHC) on Wednesday (May 8) ordered the transfer of former prime minister Imran Khan's wife, Bushra Bibi, from the Banigala residence to Adiala Jail, her lawyer said. In her petition to the Islamabad HC, Bibi accused the authorities of violating her privacy and serving contaminated food in her home cell. She and her lawyers also said that the Banigala residence, which had been declared a sub-jail, was dominated by men. The prison staff has denied the claims. Also read: Afghanistan: Three police personnel killed, five injured after blast in Faizabad city Bibi further accused the authorities of detaining her in one room at Khan's hilltop mansion in Islamabad. The couple has been detained since January conviction on charges of illegally selling state gifts. As per local reports, Justice Miangul Hassan Aurangzeb pronounced the verdict, which was reserved on May 2 after hearing arguments of both parties. Her party and a local administration official Afzaal Ahmad said that the authorities complied with her request of getting shifted to jail shortly after the court issued the order. Also read: PPP yet to take a call on joining Pakistan government after recent offers In a statement, the party said that the authorities were ordered by the court to shift her to Adiala jail in the garrison city of Rawalpindi, where Khan is serving his 14-year sentence. During the last hearing, Justice Aurangzeb said, "It appears that the decision to relocate Bushra Bibi to Bani Gala had been predetermined. If I am forcibly confined to my home, I would be deeply pleased. How can a prisoner's property be converted into a sub-jail against his or her will." The Adiala jail superintendent had said in March that Bibi could not be transferred to the prison owing to "security risks". (With inputs from agencies)

Ex-Pak PM Imran Khan’s wife moved to jail on her request. Here’s why

<p>Bushra Bibi, the wife of former Pakistan prime minister Imran Khan, has no major health issues, doctors said in the wake of claims that the former first lady was being given food mixed with poison.</p>

<p>Bibi is imprisoned at the Bani Gala residence that had been turned into a sub-jail. In January, she and Khan were sentenced to 14 years in jail in the Toshakhana corruption case.</p>

<p>Following the verdict, she arrived at Rawalpandi's Adiala Jail to surrender and was subsequently taken into custody.</p>

<p>Later, she was moved to her Bani Gala residence after it was declared a sub-jail.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>Both Bibi and Khan claimed that the former first lady's food was poisoned.</p>

<p>But a report by Geo News on Saturday (Apr 20) said that a thorough medical examination of Bibi in the presence of Khan's trusted family physician Dr Asim Yousuf revealed that she only had a minor gastric issue.</p>

<p>The report said that Bibi stayed at a private hospital in Islamabad for six hours for diagnostic tests, including endoscopy.</p>

<p>She refused to undergo a blood test but underwent ultrasound, ECHO, and ECG tests.</p>

<p>The doctors cleared all the medical reports of the former first lady, sources from the hospital told the network.</p>

<p>The sources also said &nbsp;Bibi’s refusal to provide a blood sample would be mentioned in the final report, and the reports will be provided to Dr Yousuf, the jail superintendent, and the Pakistan Institute of Medical Sciences (PIMS).</p>

<p>Earlier, Imran Khan, the chairperson of the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI), alleged that his wife's food was laced with toilet cleaner.</p>

<p>Khan told a court that Dr Yousuf had recommended conducting Bibi's tests at the Shifa International Hospital.</p>

<p>However, he added that the jail administration was adamant about conducting the tests at PIMS.</p>

<p>The former prime minister also pointed out that mixing toilet cleaner with his wife's food was causing her health to deteriorate with daily stomach irritation.&nbsp;</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em><br />
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Bushra Bibi, the wife of former Pakistan prime minister Imran Khan, has no major health issues, doctors said in the wake of claims that the former first lady was being given food mixed with poison.

Bushra Bibi, the wife of former Pakistan prime minister Imran Khan, has no major health issues, doctors said in the wake of claims that the former first lady was being given food mixed with poison. Bibi is imprisoned at the Bani Gala residence that had been turned into a sub-jail. In January, she and Khan were sentenced to 14 years in jail in the Toshakhana corruption case. Following the verdict, she arrived at Rawalpandi's Adiala Jail to surrender and was subsequently taken into custody. Later, she was moved to her Bani Gala residence after it was declared a sub-jail. Also read | Ex-Pak PM Imran Khan alleges his wife Bushra Bibi was given food mixed with toilet cleaner: Report Both Bibi and Khan claimed that the former first lady's food was poisoned. But a report by Geo News on Saturday (Apr 20) said that a thorough medical examination of Bibi in the presence of Khan's trusted family physician Dr Asim Yousuf revealed that she only had a minor gastric issue. The report said that Bibi stayed at a private hospital in Islamabad for six hours for diagnostic tests, including endoscopy. She refused to undergo a blood test but underwent ultrasound, ECHO, and ECG tests. The doctors cleared all the medical reports of the former first lady, sources from the hospital told the network. The sources also said Bibi’s refusal to provide a blood sample would be mentioned in the final report, and the reports will be provided to Dr Yousuf, the jail superintendent, and the Pakistan Institute of Medical Sciences (PIMS). Earlier, Imran Khan, the chairperson of the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI), alleged that his wife's food was laced with toilet cleaner. Khan told a court that Dr Yousuf had recommended conducting Bibi's tests at the Shifa International Hospital. However, he added that the jail administration was adamant about conducting the tests at PIMS. The former prime minister also pointed out that mixing toilet cleaner with his wife's food was causing her health to deteriorate with daily stomach irritation. (With inputs from agencies)

Imran Khan's wife Bushra Bibi's health is fine, say doctors after claims her food was poisoned

Former Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan made shocking allegations during the hearing of a corruption case, claiming that his wife, Bushra Bibi, had been given food mixed with "toilet cleaner." Watch in for more details!

Pakistan: Imran Khan claims his wife was given food mixed with toilet cleaner

Pakistan: Imran Khan alleges wife's food contaminated, laced with 'toilet cleaner'

Pakistan: Imran Khan claims his wife was given food laced with 'toilet cleaner'

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<p>Former jailed Pakistan prime minister Imran Khan alleged on Friday (Apr 19)&nbsp;that his wife Bushra Bibi was&nbsp;being given&nbsp;food mixed with toilet cleaner.&nbsp;Khan,&nbsp;the chairperson of&nbsp;the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI), made this remark during a hearing of a corruption case involving&nbsp;$235 million, The Express Tribune reported.&nbsp;The hearing was held&nbsp;in&nbsp;Rawalpindi's&nbsp;Adiala Jail.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Khan told the court that&nbsp;Shaukat Khanum Hospital Chief Medical Officer Dr Asim Yousaf had recommended conducting&nbsp;Bibi's&nbsp;tests at the&nbsp;Shifa International Hospital. However, he added that the jail administration was&nbsp;adamant&nbsp;about conducting the tests&nbsp;at the Pakistan Institute of Medical Sciences (PIMS) Hospital.</p>

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<p>The former prime minister informed the court that toilet cleaner had been mixed into&nbsp;Bibi's&nbsp;food, causing her health to&nbsp;deteriorate with daily stomach irritation.&nbsp;</p>

<h2><strong>Bushra Bibi moves Islamabad HC</strong></h2>

<p>Khan's&nbsp;remarks came after Bibi, 49, on Monday (April 15) moved the Islamabad High Court seeking a medical examination at a hospital after alleging that she&nbsp;was poisoned&nbsp;while incarcerated.</p>

<p>The plea filed by Bibi sought the former first&nbsp;lady’s&nbsp;medical examination in the Shaukat Khanum Hospital,&nbsp;which is&nbsp;owned by Imran&nbsp;Khan's&nbsp;charitable organisation, ARY News reported.</p>

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<p>The plea stated that the 49-year-old&nbsp;was poisoned&nbsp;in sub-jail Bani Gala (Imran&nbsp;Khan’s&nbsp;home in Islamabad), and therefore,&nbsp;her medical examination should be conducted.</p>

<h2><strong>Court suspends Khan's jail sentence in graft appeal</strong></h2>

<p>Khan has been jailed at the&nbsp;Adiala Jail since August last year&nbsp;while&nbsp;Bibi has&nbsp;been prisoned&nbsp;at the&nbsp;Bani Gala residence that&nbsp;had been turned&nbsp;into a sub-jail.&nbsp;</p>

<p>On April 1, a court granted&nbsp;<strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/islamabad-high-court-suspends-imran-khan-wife-bushra-bibis-sentence-in-toshakhana-case-706528">Khan&nbsp;an appeal of his graft conviction and suspended</a></strong> his 14-year jail sentence in the Toshakhana case. The PTI chairperson and his wife&nbsp;were&nbsp;both&nbsp;handed a 14-year sentence on charges of unlawfully selling state gifts by an anti-graft court.</p>

<p>But despite&nbsp;the suspension of&nbsp;the jail sentence, Khan would remain in prison&nbsp;on multiple other sentences&nbsp;which&nbsp;were&nbsp;imposed&nbsp;on him.&nbsp;</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>


Former jailed Pakistan prime minister Imran Khan alleged on Friday (Apr 19) that his wife Bushra Bibi was being given food mixed with toilet cleaner. Khan, the chairperson of the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI), made this remark during a hearing of a corruption case involving $235 million, The Express Tribune reported.

Former jailed Pakistan prime minister Imran Khan alleged on Friday (Apr 19) that his wife Bushra Bibi was being given food mixed with toilet cleaner. Khan, the chairperson of the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI), made this remark during a hearing of a corruption case involving $235 million, The Express Tribune reported. The hearing was held in Rawalpindi's Adiala Jail. Khan told the court that Shaukat Khanum Hospital Chief Medical Officer Dr Asim Yousaf had recommended conducting Bibi's tests at the Shifa International Hospital. However, he added that the jail administration was adamant about conducting the tests at the Pakistan Institute of Medical Sciences (PIMS) Hospital. Also read | Imran Khan warns Pakistan Army chief over wife's detention The former prime minister informed the court that toilet cleaner had been mixed into Bibi's food, causing her health to deteriorate with daily stomach irritation. Bushra Bibi moves Islamabad HC Khan's remarks came after Bibi, 49, on Monday (April 15) moved the Islamabad High Court seeking a medical examination at a hospital after alleging that she was poisoned while incarcerated. The plea filed by Bibi sought the former first lady’s medical examination in the Shaukat Khanum Hospital, which is owned by Imran Khan's charitable organisation, ARY News reported. Also watch | Pakistan governed by jungle government, says Imran Khan × The plea stated that the 49-year-old was poisoned in sub-jail Bani Gala (Imran Khan’s home in Islamabad), and therefore, her medical examination should be conducted. Court suspends Khan's jail sentence in graft appeal Khan has been jailed at the Adiala Jail since August last year while Bibi has been prisoned at the Bani Gala residence that had been turned into a sub-jail. On April 1, a court granted Khan an appeal of his graft conviction and suspended his 14-year jail sentence in the Toshakhana case. The PTI chairperson and his wife were both handed a 14-year sentence on charges of unlawfully selling state gifts by an anti-graft court. But despite the suspension of the jail sentence, Khan would remain in prison on multiple other sentences which were imposed on him. (With inputs from agencies)

Ex-Pak PM Imran Khan alleges his wife Bushra Bibi was given food mixed with toilet cleaner: Report

PTI Chief founder and jailed former PM Imran Khan on Wednesday alleged that Army chief General Asim Munir was directly responsible for the imprisonment of his wife Bushra Bibi.

Imran Khan: Pakistan governed by jungle government

Imran Khan warns Pakistan army chief

<p>Imran Khan, the founder of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf and former prime minister of the country, has accused Army Chief General Asim Munir of being directly accountable for the imprisonment of his wife, Bushra Bibi.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Bushra Bibi was convicted in a corruption case and for an illegal marriage with Khan. Bibi is currently detained at their Bani Gala residence on the outskirts of Islamabad.</p>

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<p>During a conversation with journalists at Adiala Jail, where he is currently incarcerated, Khan hurled allegations at the army chief, as per a post on Khan's X account.</p>

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<p>Khan said, "General Asim Munir is directly involved in the arrest of my wife,” adding that the judge who convicted her said that he was forced to make the decision.</p>

<p>"If anything happens to my wife, I will not leave Asim Munir as long as I am alive. I will expose his unlawful and illegal steps," the PTI leader threatened.</p>

<p>"If the king of the jungle wants, all the cases of Nawaz Sharif are forgiven, and when he wants, we are punished in three cases in five days," Khan further alleged.</p>

<p>While talking about Pakistan's economy, he said, the economy would stabilise not through the International Monetary Fund (IMF) loans but by investment.</p>

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<p>"There will be no investment in the country if the law remains the same. It is good that Saudi Arabia is coming but investment will come once there is rule of law in the country," he said.</p>

<p>Khan further alleged that PTI was being stopped from contesting in the by-elections.&nbsp;</p>

<p>However, the army has not responded to the allegations made by Khan.</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>


Imran Khan, the founder of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf and former prime minister of the country, has accused Army Chief General Asim Munir of being directly accountable for the imprisonment of his wife, Bushra Bibi.

Imran Khan, the founder of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf and former prime minister of the country, has accused Army Chief General Asim Munir of being directly accountable for the imprisonment of his wife, Bushra Bibi. Bushra Bibi was convicted in a corruption case and for an illegal marriage with Khan. Bibi is currently detained at their Bani Gala residence on the outskirts of Islamabad. Also read: Israel says will make its 'own decisions' as response appears 'inevitable' During a conversation with journalists at Adiala Jail, where he is currently incarcerated, Khan hurled allegations at the army chief, as per a post on Khan's X account. بانی چئیرمین تحریک انصاف عمران خان کی اڈیالہ جیل میں صحافیوں سے گفتگو: “گزشتہ سماعت پر جنگل کے بادشاہ کا نام لیا تھا تو آج عدالت میں اضافی شیشے لگا کر دیواریں بنا دی گئی ہیں، ملک میں جنگل کا قانون ہے اور یہ سب جنگل کا بادشاہ کروا رہا ہے- جنگل کا بادشاہ چاہتا ہے تو نواز شریف کے… — Imran Khan (@ImranKhanPTI) April 17, 2024 × Khan said, "General Asim Munir is directly involved in the arrest of my wife,” adding that the judge who convicted her said that he was forced to make the decision. "If anything happens to my wife, I will not leave Asim Munir as long as I am alive. I will expose his unlawful and illegal steps," the PTI leader threatened. "If the king of the jungle wants, all the cases of Nawaz Sharif are forgiven, and when he wants, we are punished in three cases in five days," Khan further alleged. While talking about Pakistan's economy, he said, the economy would stabilise not through the International Monetary Fund (IMF) loans but by investment. Also read: Dubai floods: Experts believe cloud seeding is not behind the heavy rainfall "There will be no investment in the country if the law remains the same. It is good that Saudi Arabia is coming but investment will come once there is rule of law in the country," he said. Khan further alleged that PTI was being stopped from contesting in the by-elections. However, the army has not responded to the allegations made by Khan. (With inputs from agencies)

Imran Khan warns Pakistan Army chief over wife's detention

In Pakistan's Islamabad High Court has dismissed a petition filed by former Prime Minister Imran Khan's wife - Bushra Bibi. In the plea, Bushra Bibi has asked for checkup from any private hospital of her own choice.

Pakistan: Islamabad High Court dismisses Imran Khan's wife Bushra Bibi's petition

Pakistan's jailed former Prime Minister Imran Khan has alleged that his wife Bushra Bibi was poisoned while being imprisoned at his private residence in Islamabad.

Pakistan: Imran Khan claims wife 'poisoned' in sub-jail, says 'I know who is behind it'

Pakistan: Imran Khan's wife poisoned in sub-jail? Ex-PM claims 'Bushra Bibi poisoned'

<p>Imran Khan, the former Prime Minister of Pakistan and leader of the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) party, claimed on Tuesday that his wife, Bushra Bibi, was subjected to poisoning while under house arrest at their private residence in Islamabad, which had been converted into a sub-jail. He warned that the country's army chief would be held accountable if any harm came to her, according to news agency PTI.</p>

<p>The leader of PTI was present at the trial for a 190 million pound Toshakhana corruption case in Adiala jail. He informed the judge that Bushra Bibi exhibited signs of poisoning, including marks on her skin and tongue, according to the news agency's report.</p>

<p>Imran Khan urged the court to hold Pakistan Army chief (General Asim Munir) responsible in case of any harm to his wife. He alleged that members of an intelligence agency were controlling affairs at his Bani Gala residence in Islamabad and Adiala jail in Rawalpindi, stating, "I know who is behind it," reported The Express Tribune newspaper.</p>

<p>Furthermore, Khan requested the court to order a medical examination for his wife, Bushra, conducted by Dr. Asim from Shaukat Khanum Hospital, expressing distrust in the doctor who had previously examined her. He also called for an investigation into the alleged poisoning of Bushra.</p>

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<h2><strong>Toilet cleaner as poison?</strong></h2>

<p>According to a PTI report, Bushra Bibi claimed that there were rumours circulating within the party suggesting that she was considered an "American agent" and that she had been poisoned with a well-known toilet cleaner. She stated that "three drops" of the toilet cleaner had been mixed into her food, asserting that a person's health deteriorates after ingesting it for a month.</p>

<p>"My eyes swell up, I feel pain and discomfort in my chest and stomach and food and water also taste bitter. Some suspicious substance was mixed in honey earlier and now the toilet cleaner was mixed in my food," claimed the former first lady.</p>

<p>"I was told by someone in jail about what was added to my food. I will not reveal any names," she said.</p>

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<p>Bushra informed the court that she had been treated with respect while in the Bani Gala sub-jail but mentioned that she was prevented from opening the windows for a period of time. Earlier, the PTI party had claimed that Bushra had been provided with "poisonous food" while in custody, leading to severe pain.</p>

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Imran Khan, the former Prime Minister of Pakistan and leader of the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) party, claimed on Tuesday that his wife, Bushra Bibi, was subjected to poisoning while under house arrest at their private residence in Islamabad, which had been converted into a sub-jail.

Imran Khan, the former Prime Minister of Pakistan and leader of the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) party, claimed on Tuesday that his wife, Bushra Bibi, was subjected to poisoning while under house arrest at their private residence in Islamabad, which had been converted into a sub-jail. He warned that the country's army chief would be held accountable if any harm came to her, according to news agency PTI. The leader of PTI was present at the trial for a 190 million pound Toshakhana corruption case in Adiala jail. He informed the judge that Bushra Bibi exhibited signs of poisoning, including marks on her skin and tongue, according to the news agency's report. Imran Khan urged the court to hold Pakistan Army chief (General Asim Munir) responsible in case of any harm to his wife. He alleged that members of an intelligence agency were controlling affairs at his Bani Gala residence in Islamabad and Adiala jail in Rawalpindi, stating, "I know who is behind it," reported The Express Tribune newspaper. Furthermore, Khan requested the court to order a medical examination for his wife, Bushra, conducted by Dr. Asim from Shaukat Khanum Hospital, expressing distrust in the doctor who had previously examined her. He also called for an investigation into the alleged poisoning of Bushra. Also read | Islamabad High Court judges receive mysterious letters laced with ‘anthrax’ Toilet cleaner as poison? According to a PTI report, Bushra Bibi claimed that there were rumours circulating within the party suggesting that she was considered an "American agent" and that she had been poisoned with a well-known toilet cleaner. She stated that "three drops" of the toilet cleaner had been mixed into her food, asserting that a person's health deteriorates after ingesting it for a month. "My eyes swell up, I feel pain and discomfort in my chest and stomach and food and water also taste bitter. Some suspicious substance was mixed in honey earlier and now the toilet cleaner was mixed in my food," claimed the former first lady. "I was told by someone in jail about what was added to my food. I will not reveal any names," she said. Also watch | Pakistan: Elections in four provinces for parliament upper house Bushra informed the court that she had been treated with respect while in the Bani Gala sub-jail but mentioned that she was prevented from opening the windows for a period of time. Earlier, the PTI party had claimed that Bushra had been provided with "poisonous food" while in custody, leading to severe pain. (With inputs from agencies)

Pakistan: Imran Khan claims his wife Bushra Bibi was ‘poisoned’ in sub-jail

<p>The Islamabad High Court (IHC) on Monday (Apr 1) suspended former Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan and his wife Bushra Bibi's sentence in the Toshakhana case, reported Pakistan's Geo News.</p>

<p>A division bench of High Court Chief Justice Aamer Farooq and Justice Miangul Hassan Aurangzeb heard the appeal against the sentence.</p>

<p>Farooq said that the appeal against the sentence would be fixed for hearing after the Eid holidays.</p>

<p>The IHC, earlier in the month of February, accepted the appeals made by the two against their convictions in the cases.</p>

<p>Khan and Bibi were sentenced to 14 years with 'rigorous punishment' in the Toshakhana case in January, days before the general elections.</p>

<p>They were also slapped with a fine of $2.81 million and were disqualified from holding any public office for 10 years.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Bushra, in her appeal, argued that the "power corridors" were the ones behind her conviction, reported Dawn.</p>

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<p>She also claimed that the conviction was based on the "false statement" made by Syed Inamullah Shah, a former comptroller in the Prime Minister's Office.</p>

<p>Bibi said that Khan had ordered his military secretary to deposit the graft jewellery set in Toshakhana.&nbsp;However, the prosecution, she said alleged that the set was not deposited.</p>

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<p>Meanwhile, Khan in his appeal had pleaded that the trial was conducted to infringe on the fundamental right to a reasonable trial, even though the convicts and their attorneys extended full cooperation to the court.</p>

<p>The Toshakhana case became a major point of dissent in national politics after the Election Commission of Pakistan disqualified the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) founder for making "false statements and incorrect declarations" in 2023.</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>


The Islamabad High Court (IHC) on Monday (Apr 1) suspended former Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan and his wife Bushra Bibi's sentence in the Toshakhana case, reported Pakistan's Geo News.

The Islamabad High Court (IHC) on Monday (Apr 1) suspended former Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan and his wife Bushra Bibi's sentence in the Toshakhana case, reported Pakistan's Geo News. A division bench of High Court Chief Justice Aamer Farooq and Justice Miangul Hassan Aurangzeb heard the appeal against the sentence. Farooq said that the appeal against the sentence would be fixed for hearing after the Eid holidays. The IHC, earlier in the month of February, accepted the appeals made by the two against their convictions in the cases. Khan and Bibi were sentenced to 14 years with 'rigorous punishment' in the Toshakhana case in January, days before the general elections. They were also slapped with a fine of $2.81 million and were disqualified from holding any public office for 10 years. Bushra, in her appeal, argued that the "power corridors" were the ones behind her conviction, reported Dawn. Also read: Pak enforces red carpet ban at official events to cut expenses amid economic crisis She also claimed that the conviction was based on the "false statement" made by Syed Inamullah Shah, a former comptroller in the Prime Minister's Office. Bibi said that Khan had ordered his military secretary to deposit the graft jewellery set in Toshakhana. However, the prosecution, she said alleged that the set was not deposited. Also read: Pak: Bushra Bibi challenges house arrest in Toshakhana case citing discrimination, security concerns Meanwhile, Khan in his appeal had pleaded that the trial was conducted to infringe on the fundamental right to a reasonable trial, even though the convicts and their attorneys extended full cooperation to the court. The Toshakhana case became a major point of dissent in national politics after the Election Commission of Pakistan disqualified the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) founder for making "false statements and incorrect declarations" in 2023. (With inputs from agencies)

Islamabad High Court suspends Imran Khan, wife Bushra Bibi's sentence in Toshakhana case

<p>Jailed former Pakistani prime minister Imran Khan and his wife Bushra Bibi on Tuesday (Feb 27) were indicted in a $241 million reference case for alleged land misappropriation in the name of Al-Qadir University Trust.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The hearing reportedly took place at the Adiala jail where Khan&nbsp;is currently incarcerated in Toshakhana, cipher and illegal marriage cases.&nbsp;</p>

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The National Accountability Bureau was investigating Khan, his wife, and others about the alleged acquisition of hundreds of kanals of land under the name of Al Qadir University Trust. This acquisition, it is alleged, resulted in a reported loss of $241 million to the Pakistani exchequer.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Several members of Pakistan's National Accountability Bureau, including the chairperson Lt Gen (Retd) Nazir Ahmed Butt, are former army officers, indicating the iron-hold of the Pakistani military-intelligence nexus dubbed as establishment, on the country's governance apparatus.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>During the hearing on Tuesday (Feb 26), the Accountability&nbsp;Court said that statements of 58 witnesses will be recorded in the case, Pakistan's Geo News reported.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The judge reportedly asked the PTI founder if he was guilty or not while framing charges against him.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>At this, Khan said: "Why should I read the charge sheet when I know what's written in it?"</p>

<p>Khan and his wife Bushra Bibi then denied the charges against them.&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>Also watch |&nbsp;Calm before the storm for Imran Khan in the Al-Qadir trust case</strong></p>

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<p>Imran Khan remains jailed since August 2023. His party Pakistan-Tehreek-e-Insaf was stripped off of its election symbol bat during the country's Feb 8 national elections after the election commission accused it of flouting rules related to intra-party elections. The candidates affiliated with Khan's party, however, still won the maximum number of seats in the elections.&nbsp;</p>

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Jailed former Pakistani prime minister Imran Khan and his wife Bushra Bibi on Tuesday (Feb 27) were indicted in a $241 million reference case for alleged land misappropriation in the name of Al-Qadir University Trust.

Jailed former Pakistani prime minister Imran Khan and his wife Bushra Bibi on Tuesday (Feb 27) were indicted in a $241 million reference case for alleged land misappropriation in the name of Al-Qadir University Trust. The hearing reportedly took place at the Adiala jail where Khan is currently incarcerated in Toshakhana, cipher and illegal marriage cases. Also read | Who is Bushra Bibi, the prayerful wife of ex-Pakistan PM Imran Khan? The National Accountability Bureau was investigating Khan, his wife, and others about the alleged acquisition of hundreds of kanals of land under the name of Al Qadir University Trust. This acquisition, it is alleged, resulted in a reported loss of $241 million to the Pakistani exchequer. Several members of Pakistan's National Accountability Bureau, including the chairperson Lt Gen (Retd) Nazir Ahmed Butt, are former army officers, indicating the iron-hold of the Pakistani military-intelligence nexus dubbed as establishment, on the country's governance apparatus. Also read | Former Pakistan PM Imran Khan, wife Bushra sentenced to 14 years in Toshakhana case During the hearing on Tuesday (Feb 26), the Accountability Court said that statements of 58 witnesses will be recorded in the case, Pakistan's Geo News reported. The judge reportedly asked the PTI founder if he was guilty or not while framing charges against him. Also read | Al-Qadir Trust case: Everything about the case that led to former Pak PM Imran Khan's arrest At this, Khan said: "Why should I read the charge sheet when I know what's written in it?" Khan and his wife Bushra Bibi then denied the charges against them. Also watch | Calm before the storm for Imran Khan in the Al-Qadir trust case × Imran Khan remains jailed since August 2023. His party Pakistan-Tehreek-e-Insaf was stripped off of its election symbol bat during the country's Feb 8 national elections after the election commission accused it of flouting rules related to intra-party elections. The candidates affiliated with Khan's party, however, still won the maximum number of seats in the elections. (With inputs from agencies)

Pakistan ex-PM Imran Khan, wife Bushra Bibi indicted in Al-Qadir Trust case

<p>Bushra Bibi, the wife of former Pakistan PM Imran Khan, has allegedly fallen sick after consuming ‘poisoned’ food given by jail authorities. Currently, she is locked up in the Adiala jail where she is serving imprisonment in two separate cases. Bushra Bibi's sister, Maryamn Riaz Wattoo, claimed before the media that her life was in danger in jail.</p>

<h2><strong>Allegations against jail authorities</strong></h2>

<p>"My sister's condition is still unwell. She is in pain and has not been able to eat anything for the past six days," Wattoo was quoted as saying by the local media. She added that her sister was given harmful food in the jail, while also demanding an investigation into the matter.</p>

<p>Maryamn Riaz Wattoo said, “We fear that Bushra Bibi is given some harmful food and it is the authorities' responsibility to bring the perpetrators to book.”</p>

<p>The allegations against the jail authorities were also levelled by Mashal Yousafzai, a lawyer and a spokesperson for Bushra Bibi.</p>

<p>Yousafzai said a chemical substance was added to her food which led to the deterioration in health.</p>

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<p>"She has developed blisters in her mouth and throat post consuming that meal and has been very unwell since," said Yousafzai. "She wants to inform the nation about this malicious act and its intended harm," she further said.</p>

<h2><strong>Charges against Bushra Bibi</strong></h2>

<p>Earlier in January, both Khan and Bibi were sentenced to 14 years in jail in an alleged corruption case involving the illegal sale of state gifts that the PTI chief received as the head of the state.</p>

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<p>Just two days later, the couple was given an additional seven-year jail term for contracting marriage during the 'Iddat' (period of waiting), which was later declared ‘un-Islamic’ by a court.</p>

<h2><strong>PTI attacks ‘fascist regime’</strong></h2>

<p>Imran Khan's Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI), in a post on X, accused the "fascist regime" of "maliciously attacking" Imran Khan's wife and denying her necessary medical aid.</p>

<p>"Make no mistake, it will not be long before the people responsible for these heinous acts will be brought to justice. Pakistan stands strong. Imran Khan stands strong," the post further said.</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>


Bushra Bibi, the wife of former Pakistan PM Imran Khan, has allegedly fallen sick after consuming ‘poisoned’ food given by jail authorities. Currently, she is locked up in the Adiala jail where she is serving imprisonment in two separate cases.

Bushra Bibi, the wife of former Pakistan PM Imran Khan, has allegedly fallen sick after consuming ‘poisoned’ food given by jail authorities. Currently, she is locked up in the Adiala jail where she is serving imprisonment in two separate cases. Bushra Bibi's sister, Maryamn Riaz Wattoo, claimed before the media that her life was in danger in jail. Allegations against jail authorities "My sister's condition is still unwell. She is in pain and has not been able to eat anything for the past six days," Wattoo was quoted as saying by the local media. She added that her sister was given harmful food in the jail, while also demanding an investigation into the matter. Maryamn Riaz Wattoo said, “We fear that Bushra Bibi is given some harmful food and it is the authorities' responsibility to bring the perpetrators to book.” The allegations against the jail authorities were also levelled by Mashal Yousafzai, a lawyer and a spokesperson for Bushra Bibi. Yousafzai said a chemical substance was added to her food which led to the deterioration in health. Watch: Pakistan Elections: PPP & PML-N pick Shehbaz Sharif as PM nominee × "She has developed blisters in her mouth and throat post consuming that meal and has been very unwell since," said Yousafzai. "She wants to inform the nation about this malicious act and its intended harm," she further said. Charges against Bushra Bibi Earlier in January, both Khan and Bibi were sentenced to 14 years in jail in an alleged corruption case involving the illegal sale of state gifts that the PTI chief received as the head of the state. Also read: Pakistan elections 2024: Army modifies methodology of selecting PM Just two days later, the couple was given an additional seven-year jail term for contracting marriage during the 'Iddat' (period of waiting), which was later declared ‘un-Islamic’ by a court. PTI attacks ‘fascist regime’ Imran Khan's Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI), in a post on X, accused the "fascist regime" of "maliciously attacking" Imran Khan's wife and denying her necessary medical aid. "Make no mistake, it will not be long before the people responsible for these heinous acts will be brought to justice. Pakistan stands strong. Imran Khan stands strong," the post further said. (With inputs from agencies)

Former Pak PM Imran Khan’s wife Bushra Bibi poisoned in jail, alleges sister

<p>Pakistan Elections 2024: Pakistan's former Prime Minister Imran Khan and other incarcerated leaders of his Pakistan-Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) party cast their votes through postal ballot from jail, Pakistani media reported as the polling is underway in the South Asian country on Thursday (February 8).</p>

<p><strong>Also read |&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/who-is-bushra-bibi-the-mystical-wife-of-ex-pakistan-pm-imran-khan-685993">Who is Bushra Bibi, the prayerful wife of ex-Pakistan PM Imran Khan?</a></strong></p>

<p>But Bushra Bibi, Khan's wife, was unable to participate in the voting as she was convicted and arrested after the completion of the postal voting process, Pakistan's <em>Dawn</em> newspaper reported.</p>

<p>Bushra Bibi, 49, was imprisoned at Khan's Bani Gala residence after an accountability court last week sentenced her along with Imran Khan to 14 years in jail in the Toshakhana (gift repository) corruption case.</p>

<p>Mashal Yousafzai, a spokesperson for Bushra Bibi told Pakistani media that&nbsp;the spouse of the former prime minister had been denied casting the vote through a postal ballot.</p>

<h2><strong>Pakistan Elections 2024: Jailed leaders who have cast their ballots</strong></h2>

<p>The leaders who have managed to vote by postal ballot include former foreign minister in Imran Khan's cabinet&nbsp;Shah Mahmood Qureshi, former Punjab chief minister Chaudhry Parvez Elahi, Awami Muslim League chief Sheikh Rashid, and former information minister Fawad Chaudhry.</p>

<p>Overall, fewer than 100 prisoners of Adiala Jail were able to vote, constituting only about one per cent of the prison's 7,000 inmates.</p>

<p>As polling are underway in Pakistan, the suspension of mobile internet services has been described as 'mockery of democracy' by the PTI leaders.&nbsp;</p>

<p>In a message, PTI Central Information Secretary Raoof Hasan said Khan, 71, had dedicated everything, including his life, to that cause.</p>

<p>"As citizens of the country, we have a debt to pay. We must use our vote to change the face of Pakistan by dismantling a rotten system that has cast a vicious stranglehold on the country and its people," he said in a post on X.</p>

<p><strong>Also watch |&nbsp;Pakistan Elections 2024: Imran Khan casts his vote from Adiala jail, wife Bushra misses out</strong></p>

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<p>Khan's party has been stripped of its cricket bat symbol and instead the candidates backed by the PTI are contesting as independents.</p>

<p>The party, however, created a specific website that directs people across Pakistan to the candidates that are backed by the PTI in specific constituencies.</p>

<p>But with mobile internet suspended, people across Pakistan would find it difficult to figure out which candidate in their constituency is backed by the PTI.&nbsp;</p>

<p><b>Also read |&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/pakistan-elections-2024-will-imran-khan-bowl-out-army-from-prison-687168">Pakistan Elections 2024: Will Imran Khan bowl out army from prison?</a></b></p>

<p>Cricketer-turned-politician Khan, who has been in jail since August last year, has recently been given 10, 14 and seven years of imprisonment in cipher, Toshakhana and Iddat (his third 'unlawful' marriage) cases, respectively.</p>

<p>Pakistan's election commission has also rejected Imran Khan's nomination papers and those of other party leaders.</p>

<p>At least one of his party leaders was killed during polling-related violence and in the latest, a key candidate from Lahore was indicted in a terrorism case.</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>


Pakistan Elections 2024: Pakistan's former Prime Minister Imran Khan and other incarcerated leaders of his Pakistan-Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) party cast their votes through postal ballot from jail, Pakistani media reported as the polling is underway in the South Asian country on Thursday (February 8).

Pakistan Elections 2024: Pakistan's former Prime Minister Imran Khan and other incarcerated leaders of his Pakistan-Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) party cast their votes through postal ballot from jail, Pakistani media reported as the polling is underway in the South Asian country on Thursday (February 8). Also read | Who is Bushra Bibi, the prayerful wife of ex-Pakistan PM Imran Khan? But Bushra Bibi, Khan's wife, was unable to participate in the voting as she was convicted and arrested after the completion of the postal voting process, Pakistan's Dawn newspaper reported. Bushra Bibi, 49, was imprisoned at Khan's Bani Gala residence after an accountability court last week sentenced her along with Imran Khan to 14 years in jail in the Toshakhana (gift repository) corruption case. Mashal Yousafzai, a spokesperson for Bushra Bibi told Pakistani media that the spouse of the former prime minister had been denied casting the vote through a postal ballot. Pakistan Elections 2024: Jailed leaders who have cast their ballots The leaders who have managed to vote by postal ballot include former foreign minister in Imran Khan's cabinet Shah Mahmood Qureshi, former Punjab chief minister Chaudhry Parvez Elahi, Awami Muslim League chief Sheikh Rashid, and former information minister Fawad Chaudhry. Overall, fewer than 100 prisoners of Adiala Jail were able to vote, constituting only about one per cent of the prison's 7,000 inmates. As polling are underway in Pakistan, the suspension of mobile internet services has been described as 'mockery of democracy' by the PTI leaders. In a message, PTI Central Information Secretary Raoof Hasan said Khan, 71, had dedicated everything, including his life, to that cause. "As citizens of the country, we have a debt to pay. We must use our vote to change the face of Pakistan by dismantling a rotten system that has cast a vicious stranglehold on the country and its people," he said in a post on X. Also watch | Pakistan Elections 2024: Imran Khan casts his vote from Adiala jail, wife Bushra misses out × Khan's party has been stripped of its cricket bat symbol and instead the candidates backed by the PTI are contesting as independents. The party, however, created a specific website that directs people across Pakistan to the candidates that are backed by the PTI in specific constituencies. But with mobile internet suspended, people across Pakistan would find it difficult to figure out which candidate in their constituency is backed by the PTI. Also read | Pakistan Elections 2024: Will Imran Khan bowl out army from prison? Cricketer-turned-politician Khan, who has been in jail since August last year, has recently been given 10, 14 and seven years of imprisonment in cipher, Toshakhana and Iddat (his third 'unlawful' marriage) cases, respectively. Pakistan's election commission has also rejected Imran Khan's nomination papers and those of other party leaders. At least one of his party leaders was killed during polling-related violence and in the latest, a key candidate from Lahore was indicted in a terrorism case. (With inputs from agencies)

Pakistan Elections 2024: Imran Khan casts postal ballot, wife Bushra denied right to vote

<p>Bushra Bibi, wife of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) founder Imran Khan, has contested&nbsp;her confinement to Bani Gala residence to serve a 14-year sentence in the Toshakhana case, alleging discriminatory treatment and security concerns.</p>

<p>In her petition, Bushra Bibi asserts her readiness to serve her sentence in Adiala Jail, like other political workers, rather than in the designated sub-jail at her residence, as reported by The News.</p>

<p>Expressing unease over potential security risks, Bushra Bibi highlighted&nbsp;the movement of unidentified individuals in the declared sub-jail, contributing to her sense of insecurity despite her current good health.</p>

<p>She deems the "special treatment" afforded to her as contrary to constitutional principles of equality, urging the court to intervene in the interest of justice.</p>

<p>Considering the outlined reasons, Bushra Bibi implores the court to annul the notification declaring her house a sub-jail and relocate her to Adiala Jail.</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/pakistan-elections-2024-can-nawaz-sharif-put-pakistans-economy-back-on-track-687444">Also read | Data lab | Pak economy has been in the red for decades. Can Nawaz Sharif engineer a turnaround?</a></p>

<h2><strong>Here's some context</strong></h2>

<p>Former Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan and his&nbsp;wife Bushra Khan have been handed a seven-year prison term and fined by a court for their marriage in 2018&nbsp;that has been deemed illegal. This marks Khan's third ruling against him this week, with a prohibition from participating in the upcoming national elections.</p>

<p>Apart from the marriage ruling, Khan and his wife were convicted of leaking state secrets and unlawfully selling state gifts. Representatives for Khan have announced plans to appeal all three verdicts.</p>

<p>Imran Khan is currently serving his sentence in Rawalpindi, while Bushra Khan will serve hers at their residence in Islamabad.&nbsp;Additionally, the couple faces a fine of 500,000 rupees or approximately $1,800 each.</p>

<p>Commenting on Imran Khan's imprisonment, his party Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) issued a statement, condemning the legal proceedings: "After hours of rushed hearings at court, no cross-examination of witnesses, and no due process - a mockery of law."</p>

<p><strong>Also watch |&nbsp;Pakistan Elections 2024: 46% Women on electoral list, ground reality starkly different</strong></p>

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<p>"With the way these trials are being conducted, there will be a huge question mark on the February 8th elections. This is a test case for Pakistan's higher judiciary," the statement further read.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The legality of the Khans' marriage was questioned due to an alleged breach of the Islamic waiting period following divorce, referred to as 'Iddat'. In Islam, Iddat mandates a period during which a woman must refrain from marrying another man, following the death of her husband or after a divorce, aimed at resolving uncertainties regarding the paternity of a child born subsequently. Typically, Iddat lasts for three lunar months or approximately 89 days, although it is not applicable if the marriage was not consummated.</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>

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Bushra Bibi, wife of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) founder Imran Khan, has contested her confinement to Bani Gala residence to serve a 14-year sentence in the Toshakhana case, alleging discriminatory treatment and security concerns.

Bushra Bibi, wife of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) founder Imran Khan, has contested her confinement to Bani Gala residence to serve a 14-year sentence in the Toshakhana case, alleging discriminatory treatment and security concerns. In her petition, Bushra Bibi asserts her readiness to serve her sentence in Adiala Jail, like other political workers, rather than in the designated sub-jail at her residence, as reported by The News. Expressing unease over potential security risks, Bushra Bibi highlighted the movement of unidentified individuals in the declared sub-jail, contributing to her sense of insecurity despite her current good health. She deems the "special treatment" afforded to her as contrary to constitutional principles of equality, urging the court to intervene in the interest of justice. Considering the outlined reasons, Bushra Bibi implores the court to annul the notification declaring her house a sub-jail and relocate her to Adiala Jail. Also read | Data lab | Pak economy has been in the red for decades. Can Nawaz Sharif engineer a turnaround? Here's some context Former Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan and his wife Bushra Khan have been handed a seven-year prison term and fined by a court for their marriage in 2018 that has been deemed illegal. This marks Khan's third ruling against him this week, with a prohibition from participating in the upcoming national elections. Apart from the marriage ruling, Khan and his wife were convicted of leaking state secrets and unlawfully selling state gifts. Representatives for Khan have announced plans to appeal all three verdicts. Imran Khan is currently serving his sentence in Rawalpindi, while Bushra Khan will serve hers at their residence in Islamabad. Additionally, the couple faces a fine of 500,000 rupees or approximately $1,800 each. Commenting on Imran Khan's imprisonment, his party Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) issued a statement, condemning the legal proceedings: "After hours of rushed hearings at court, no cross-examination of witnesses, and no due process - a mockery of law." Also watch | Pakistan Elections 2024: 46% Women on electoral list, ground reality starkly different "With the way these trials are being conducted, there will be a huge question mark on the February 8th elections. This is a test case for Pakistan's higher judiciary," the statement further read. The legality of the Khans' marriage was questioned due to an alleged breach of the Islamic waiting period following divorce, referred to as 'Iddat'. In Islam, Iddat mandates a period during which a woman must refrain from marrying another man, following the death of her husband or after a divorce, aimed at resolving uncertainties regarding the paternity of a child born subsequently. Typically, Iddat lasts for three lunar months or approximately 89 days, although it is not applicable if the marriage was not consummated. (With inputs from agencies)

Pak: Bushra Bibi challenges house arrest in Toshakhana case citing discrimination, security concerns

Former Pak PM Imran Khan and his wife Bushra Bibi, have been sentenced to 7 years in prison and been fined after a Court ruled their 2018 marriage 'illegal.' The couple have each been fined 500,000 rupees, which is $1,800.

Gravitas: Imran Khan, Bushra get 7-year jail term for 'un-Islamic marriage'

<p lang="en-US">Pakistan's former prime minister Imran Khan and his wife Bushra Bibi were sentenced to seven years of imprisonment each by a Rawalpindi court in the "un-Islamic nikah" case on Saturday (Feb 3).<br />
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The case is related to their marriage which took place during Bushra Bibi's Iddat period. The verdict was announced by senior civil judge Qudratullah after the complaint was filed by Bushra’s former husband Khawar Fareed Maneka, who called their marriage “un-Islamic and illegal”, in a makeshift court located at the Adiala district jail.<br />
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The court gave the verdict in the same week when Khan was given 14 years of&nbsp;prison sentence in the Toshakhana case and 10 years in the cipher case.</p>

<h2 lang="en-US"><strong>Maneka alleges Bushra, Imran's marriage 'fraudulent'</strong></h2>

<p lang="en-US">The cross-examinations of the statements submitted by the four witnesses of the case were completed and Khan and Bushra's statements were recorded under section 342.</p>

<p lang="en-US"><strong>Also read:&nbsp;</strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/who-is-bushra-bibi-the-mystical-wife-of-ex-pakistan-pm-imran-khan-685993">Who is Bushra Bibi, the prayerful wife of ex-Pakistan PM Imran Khan?</a></p>

<p lang="en-US">A day before, the complainant's counsel Raja Rizwan Abbasi, along with Bushra Bibi's lawyer Usman Gul and Khan's lawyer Salman Akram Raja also gave their final arguments.<br />
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In his petition, Maneka called Bushra and Khan’s nikkah “fraudulent” and claimed that their marriage was solemnised during the latter's iddat, after her divorce from Maneka.<br />
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“That above said nikah and the marriage ceremony was neither legal nor Islamic as it was solemnised without observing iddah period,” stated the petition, as reported by Geo.tv.</p>

<p>Maneka had also alleged that the former prime minister destroyed his entire life as the petition stated that the PTI top leader “stigmatised the complainant and his family just to achieve his unethical and immoral objects through intrusion in the complainant's peaceful marital life”.</p>

<p><strong>Watch:&nbsp;Imran Khan and Elections in Pakistan | WION Inside South Asia</strong></p>

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<p>“In light of the above, it is humbly prayed that respondents No.1 [Imran Khan] and 2 [Bushra Bibi] be summoned and punished strictly in accordance with law in the interest of justice,” claimed Maneka in the court.</p>

<p>Bushra also faces a case filed by her former husband, Khawar Maneka, alleging fraudulent marriage and fornication.</p>

<h2><strong>Iddat case filed to ‘humiliate’ me and Bushra Bibi, claims Imran</strong></h2>

<p>After being&nbsp;convicted in the Iddat case, PTI founder Imran Khan, while speaking to the reporters, said that the case was filed to “humiliate and disgrace” both him and his wife Bushra Bibi.</p>

<p>“This marks the first instance in history where a case related to Iddat has been initiated,” Khan said.</p>

<p>He added that this was also the first time when someone was given a 14-year prison sentence in a Toshakhana case.</p>

<p>In Islam, iddat is a specific period that a woman must observe after either divorce or her husband's death and during which she is expected not to marry another man.</p>

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Pakistan's former prime minister Imran Khan and his wife Bushra Bibi were sentenced to seven years of imprisonment each by a Rawalpindi court in the "un-Islamic nikah" case on Saturday (Feb 3).

Pakistan's former prime minister Imran Khan and his wife Bushra Bibi were sentenced to seven years of imprisonment each by a Rawalpindi court in the "un-Islamic nikah" case on Saturday (Feb 3). The case is related to their marriage which took place during Bushra Bibi's Iddat period. The verdict was announced by senior civil judge Qudratullah after the complaint was filed by Bushra’s former husband Khawar Fareed Maneka, who called their marriage “un-Islamic and illegal”, in a makeshift court located at the Adiala district jail. The court gave the verdict in the same week when Khan was given 14 years of prison sentence in the Toshakhana case and 10 years in the cipher case. Maneka alleges Bushra, Imran's marriage 'fraudulent' The cross-examinations of the statements submitted by the four witnesses of the case were completed and Khan and Bushra's statements were recorded under section 342. Also read: Who is Bushra Bibi, the prayerful wife of ex-Pakistan PM Imran Khan? A day before, the complainant's counsel Raja Rizwan Abbasi, along with Bushra Bibi's lawyer Usman Gul and Khan's lawyer Salman Akram Raja also gave their final arguments. In his petition, Maneka called Bushra and Khan’s nikkah “fraudulent” and claimed that their marriage was solemnised during the latter's iddat, after her divorce from Maneka. “That above said nikah and the marriage ceremony was neither legal nor Islamic as it was solemnised without observing iddah period,” stated the petition, as reported by Geo.tv. Maneka had also alleged that the former prime minister destroyed his entire life as the petition stated that the PTI top leader “stigmatised the complainant and his family just to achieve his unethical and immoral objects through intrusion in the complainant's peaceful marital life”. Watch: Imran Khan and Elections in Pakistan | WION Inside South Asia “In light of the above, it is humbly prayed that respondents No.1 [Imran Khan] and 2 [Bushra Bibi] be summoned and punished strictly in accordance with law in the interest of justice,” claimed Maneka in the court. Bushra also faces a case filed by her former husband, Khawar Maneka, alleging fraudulent marriage and fornication. Iddat case filed to ‘humiliate’ me and Bushra Bibi, claims Imran After being convicted in the Iddat case, PTI founder Imran Khan, while speaking to the reporters, said that the case was filed to “humiliate and disgrace” both him and his wife Bushra Bibi. “This marks the first instance in history where a case related to Iddat has been initiated,” Khan said. He added that this was also the first time when someone was given a 14-year prison sentence in a Toshakhana case. In Islam, iddat is a specific period that a woman must observe after either divorce or her husband's death and during which she is expected not to marry another man. (With inputs from agencies)

Ex-Pak PM Imran Khan, wife Bushra Bibi sentenced to 7 years in 'un-Islamic nikah' case

Pakistan's former Prime Minster Imran Khan and his wife Bushra Bibi were sentenced to 14 years in prison. While Khan is a celebrated figure in Pakistan, his third wife Bushra Bibi is equally mysterious. She has long avoided the spotlight. She is always hidden behind a veil. What more secrets is she hiding?

Gravitas | Bushra Bibi: The 'faith healer' wife of ex Pak PM

<p>Imran Khan's wife Bushra Bibi, who was sentenced to 14 years in prison over the Toshakhana reference case, has now been moved to Bani Gala, which is the Islamabad residence of the former Pakistan prime minister declared as a sub-jail, according to Pakistani media reports.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Bibi surrendered before the accountability court in Rawalpindi's Adiala prison voluntarily. This is where the National Accountability Bureau (NAB) team took her into custody.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The Islamabad Chief Commissioner issued a statement declaring the residence of convict Bushra Bibi in Bani Gala as a sub-jail until further orders.</p>

<p>"The Chief Commissioner, Islamabad Capital Territory is pleased to declare the residence of convict Bushra Bibi (Residential Compound, Khan House Banigala, Mohra Noor, Islamabad) as Sub-Jail till further orders," stated the notification.</p>

<p>According to local media reports, stringent measures are in place to ensure security, with jail staff deployed inside and Bani Gala and Islamabad police officials stationed outside the residence.</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/who-is-bushra-bibi-the-mystical-wife-of-ex-pakistan-pm-imran-khan-685993">Also read: Who is Bushra Bibi, the prayerful wife of ex-Pakistan PM Imran Khan?</a></p>

<h2><strong>Both Khan and Bushra Bibi face legal troubles</strong></h2>

<p>Bot Imran Khan and his wife Bushra Bibi face legal troubles, with Khan serving a 10-year sentence for illegally profiting from state gifts during his term as prime minister, in a case dubbed as Toshakhana case. &nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>Watch | Decoding the criminal cases against ex-Pak PM Imran Khan</strong></p>

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<p>Apart from imposing rigorous imprisonment, the court has also disqualified Khan from holding any public office for the next 10 years.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The couple was fined PKR 1.573 billion as part of the judgement.</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/imran-khan-remains-disqualified-from-contesting-elections-after-conviction-appeal-fails-672275">Also read:&nbsp;Imran Khan remains disqualified from contesting elections after conviction appeal fails</a></p>

<p>Along with this, Bushra also faces a case filed by her former husband, Khawar Maneka, alleging fraudulent marriage and fornication.</p>

<p>Despite the political turmoil surrounding the couple, Imran Khan's party, Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI), dismisses the charges as politically motivated. PTI's acting chairman, Gohar Ali Khan, claims that Bushra Bibi has no link to the state gifts case.</p>

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Imran Khan's wife Bushra Bibi, who was sentenced to 14 years in prison over the Toshakhana reference case, has now been moved to Bani Gala, which is the Islamabad residence of the former Pakistan prime minister declared as a sub-jail, according to Pakistani media reports.

Imran Khan's wife Bushra Bibi, who was sentenced to 14 years in prison over the Toshakhana reference case, has now been moved to Bani Gala, which is the Islamabad residence of the former Pakistan prime minister declared as a sub-jail, according to Pakistani media reports. Bibi surrendered before the accountability court in Rawalpindi's Adiala prison voluntarily. This is where the National Accountability Bureau (NAB) team took her into custody. The Islamabad Chief Commissioner issued a statement declaring the residence of convict Bushra Bibi in Bani Gala as a sub-jail until further orders. "The Chief Commissioner, Islamabad Capital Territory is pleased to declare the residence of convict Bushra Bibi (Residential Compound, Khan House Banigala, Mohra Noor, Islamabad) as Sub-Jail till further orders," stated the notification. According to local media reports, stringent measures are in place to ensure security, with jail staff deployed inside and Bani Gala and Islamabad police officials stationed outside the residence. Also read: Who is Bushra Bibi, the prayerful wife of ex-Pakistan PM Imran Khan? Both Khan and Bushra Bibi face legal troubles Bot Imran Khan and his wife Bushra Bibi face legal troubles, with Khan serving a 10-year sentence for illegally profiting from state gifts during his term as prime minister, in a case dubbed as Toshakhana case. Watch | Decoding the criminal cases against ex-Pak PM Imran Khan × Apart from imposing rigorous imprisonment, the court has also disqualified Khan from holding any public office for the next 10 years. The couple was fined PKR 1.573 billion as part of the judgement. Also read: Imran Khan remains disqualified from contesting elections after conviction appeal fails Along with this, Bushra also faces a case filed by her former husband, Khawar Maneka, alleging fraudulent marriage and fornication. Despite the political turmoil surrounding the couple, Imran Khan's party, Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI), dismisses the charges as politically motivated. PTI's acting chairman, Gohar Ali Khan, claims that Bushra Bibi has no link to the state gifts case. (With inputs from agencies)

Bushra Bibi to serve prison sentence in husband Imran Khan’s residence designated as ‘sub-jail’

<p>Pakistan's former World Cup-winning cricket captain-turned-politician, Imran Khan, and his wife, Bushra Bibi, found themselves sentenced to jail and fined over $2 million each in a corruption case. The development from a satellite town close to Islamabad on Jan 31 captivated people worldwide, prompting a closer look into the intriguing life of Imran Khan's wife Bushra Bibi.</p>

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<p>Unlike Khan's previous high-profile marriages to British socialite Jemima Goldsmith and journalist Reham Khan, his union with Bushra Bibi in 2018 was a low-profile ceremony that resonated with his public displays of devotion to Islam in a deeply religious Pakistani society.&nbsp;</p>

<h2><strong>Who is Bushra Bibi?</strong></h2>

<p>Bushra Bibi formerly known as Bushra Maneka, maintains a mysterious aura.&nbsp;Concealed behind a veil and&nbsp;known for her role as a faith healer with a small following, she rose to national prominence in Pakistan due to her spiritual engagements with Imran Khan, and finally their marriage.</p>

<p>The couple's journey took an unexpected turn amid&nbsp;rumours circulating&nbsp;that Khan sought advice from Bushra Bibi after meeting at a 13th Century Sufi shrine.</p>

<p><strong>Also watch |&nbsp;Imran Khan's troubles grows further: Imran Khan and wife Bushra Bibi put on no-fly list</strong></p>

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<p>The consequent rumour followed about a dream she had foretold that their marriage was the key to Khan becoming prime minister and prosperity in Pakistan. Six months after their marital union, Imran Khan indeed assumed office.</p>

<p>However, the second part of that dream did not really materialise. Khan's tenure witnessed economic collapse, soaring living costs, political opponents jailed, increase in human rights violations and more violence in separatism-hit Balochistan.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Khan's political career neared a collapse with his ousting by a parliamentary vote of no confidence in 2022 and subsequent arrest in 2023.</p>

<h2><strong>What now?</strong></h2>

<p>Now, both Khan and Bushra Bibi face legal troubles, with Khan serving a 10-year sentence for illegally profiting from state gifts during his term as prime minister, in a case dubbed as Toshakhana case.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Bushra also faces a case filed by her former husband, Khawar Maneka, alleging fraudulent marriage and fornication.</p>

<p>Despite the political turmoil surrounding the couple, Imran Khan's party, Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI), dismisses the charges as politically motivated. PTI's acting chairman, Gohar Ali Khan, claims that Bushra Bibi has no link to the state gifts case.</p>

<p>As the legal battles unfold, Bushra Bibi, now in her 40s, finds herself under house arrest in Islamabad.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The unfolding saga adds another layer to the complex discourse surrounding Imran Khan and Bushra Bibi, from a mystical marriage to the corridors of power and, ultimately, the judicial system.</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>


Pakistan's former World Cup-winning cricket captain-turned-politician, Imran Khan, and his wife, Bushra Bibi, found themselves sentenced to jail and fined over $2 million each in a corruption case.

Pakistan's former World Cup-winning cricket captain-turned-politician, Imran Khan, and his wife, Bushra Bibi, found themselves sentenced to jail and fined over $2 million each in a corruption case. The development from a satellite town close to Islamabad on Jan 31 captivated people worldwide, prompting a closer look into the intriguing life of Imran Khan's wife Bushra Bibi. Also read | Former Pakistan PM Imran Khan, wife Bushra sentenced to 14 years in Toshakhana case Unlike Khan's previous high-profile marriages to British socialite Jemima Goldsmith and journalist Reham Khan, his union with Bushra Bibi in 2018 was a low-profile ceremony that resonated with his public displays of devotion to Islam in a deeply religious Pakistani society. Who is Bushra Bibi? Bushra Bibi formerly known as Bushra Maneka, maintains a mysterious aura. Concealed behind a veil and known for her role as a faith healer with a small following, she rose to national prominence in Pakistan due to her spiritual engagements with Imran Khan, and finally their marriage. The couple's journey took an unexpected turn amid rumours circulating that Khan sought advice from Bushra Bibi after meeting at a 13th Century Sufi shrine. Also watch | Imran Khan's troubles grows further: Imran Khan and wife Bushra Bibi put on no-fly list × The consequent rumour followed about a dream she had foretold that their marriage was the key to Khan becoming prime minister and prosperity in Pakistan. Six months after their marital union, Imran Khan indeed assumed office. However, the second part of that dream did not really materialise. Khan's tenure witnessed economic collapse, soaring living costs, political opponents jailed, increase in human rights violations and more violence in separatism-hit Balochistan. Khan's political career neared a collapse with his ousting by a parliamentary vote of no confidence in 2022 and subsequent arrest in 2023. What now? Now, both Khan and Bushra Bibi face legal troubles, with Khan serving a 10-year sentence for illegally profiting from state gifts during his term as prime minister, in a case dubbed as Toshakhana case. Bushra also faces a case filed by her former husband, Khawar Maneka, alleging fraudulent marriage and fornication. Despite the political turmoil surrounding the couple, Imran Khan's party, Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI), dismisses the charges as politically motivated. PTI's acting chairman, Gohar Ali Khan, claims that Bushra Bibi has no link to the state gifts case. As the legal battles unfold, Bushra Bibi, now in her 40s, finds herself under house arrest in Islamabad. The unfolding saga adds another layer to the complex discourse surrounding Imran Khan and Bushra Bibi, from a mystical marriage to the corridors of power and, ultimately, the judicial system. (With inputs from agencies)

Who is Bushra Bibi, the prayerful wife of ex-Pakistan PM Imran Khan?

<p>Former Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan and his wife&nbsp;Bushra Bibi were sentenced to 14 years with 'rigorous punishment' in the Toshakhana case, Pakistan's Geo News reported. The latest prison sentence against the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) leader came just eight days ahead of scheduled national elections in Pakistan and a day after he was sentenced to 10 years in prison for leaking state secrets.</p>

<p>The two were also&nbsp;disqualified from holding any public office for 10 years.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Imran and Bushra were also slapped with a fine of $2.81 million. While Khan is already in prison, visuals on social media showed Bushra Bibi&nbsp;reaching the Adiala Jail for arrest.</p>

<h2><strong>But wasn't Imran Khan already sentenced in Toshakhana case?</strong></h2>

<p>Yes. Imran Khan was arrested on August 5, 2023, when an Islamabad trial court sentenced him to three years in prison for illegally selling state gifts during his prime ministerial tenure, collectively dubbed as Toshakhana case. The court had also barred him from participating in active politics for five years.</p>

<p><strong>Also watch |&nbsp;Pakistan: Imran Khan sentenced to 10 years in prison, huge setback for ex-Pak PM</strong></p>

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<p>That sentence was suspended by Islamabad High Court on August 29, 2023. But Imran Khan remained in prison due to another case against him.&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>Also read |&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/imran-khan-admits-losing-cipher-during-interrogation-by-fia-in-attock-jail-629664">Imran Khan admits losing cipher during interrogation by FIA in Attock jail</a></strong></p>

<p>The latest sentence against him comes after the Pakistani army-dominated National Accountability Bureau (NAB) filed a fresh reference against Khan and Bushra in an accountability court for allegedly retaining&nbsp;a jewellery set received from the Saudi crown prince against an undervalued assessment.</p>

<h2><strong>What does it mean?</strong></h2>

<p>The verdict comes right ahead of the February 8 elections in Pakistan.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Initial reactions in the Pakistani media suggest that the implication of the verdicts against Khan would be important on February 8.</p>

<p>"Would they [PTI leaders] be demoralised and stay in their homes or would they come out politically charged," one senior journalist told Pakistan's Geo news.&nbsp;</p>


Former Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan and his wife Bushra Bibi were sentenced to 14 years with 'rigorous punishment' in the Toshakhana case, Pakistan's Geo News reported.

Former Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan and his wife Bushra Bibi were sentenced to 14 years with 'rigorous punishment' in the Toshakhana case, Pakistan's Geo News reported. The latest prison sentence against the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) leader came just eight days ahead of scheduled national elections in Pakistan and a day after he was sentenced to 10 years in prison for leaking state secrets. The two were also disqualified from holding any public office for 10 years. Imran and Bushra were also slapped with a fine of $2.81 million. While Khan is already in prison, visuals on social media showed Bushra Bibi reaching the Adiala Jail for arrest. But wasn't Imran Khan already sentenced in Toshakhana case? Yes. Imran Khan was arrested on August 5, 2023, when an Islamabad trial court sentenced him to three years in prison for illegally selling state gifts during his prime ministerial tenure, collectively dubbed as Toshakhana case. The court had also barred him from participating in active politics for five years. Also watch | Pakistan: Imran Khan sentenced to 10 years in prison, huge setback for ex-Pak PM × That sentence was suspended by Islamabad High Court on August 29, 2023. But Imran Khan remained in prison due to another case against him. Also read | Imran Khan admits losing cipher during interrogation by FIA in Attock jail The latest sentence against him comes after the Pakistani army-dominated National Accountability Bureau (NAB) filed a fresh reference against Khan and Bushra in an accountability court for allegedly retaining a jewellery set received from the Saudi crown prince against an undervalued assessment. What does it mean? The verdict comes right ahead of the February 8 elections in Pakistan. Initial reactions in the Pakistani media suggest that the implication of the verdicts against Khan would be important on February 8. "Would they [PTI leaders] be demoralised and stay in their homes or would they come out politically charged," one senior journalist told Pakistan's Geo news.

Former Pakistan PM Imran Khan, wife Bushra sentenced to 14 years in Toshakhana case

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