Former Pakistan prime minister Imran Khan has admitted he has no evidence to back up his allegations against ISI's Major-General Faisal Naseer during a Joint Investigation Team (JIT) session in Islamabad.

Former Pak PM Imran Khan tells JIT he has no evidence against Major General Naseer

<p>Islamabad High Court on Monday rejected former Pakistan prime minister Imran Khan’s petition seeking a change of court venue that had cited ‘fragile’ security situation on the premises.</p>

<p>Khan’s lawyers wanted his cases to be heard in “comparatively secure premises” of the Federal Judicial Complex (FJC) in Sector G-11 from Sector F-8 Markaz.</p>

<p>The plea claimed that the fragile law and order situation on the premises of the sessions court in Sector F-8 Markaz is not ‘convenient’ for Khan to appear in the relevant judicial magistrates’ trial courts.</p>

<p>However, on Monday, the court rejected his plea stating, “In case if the decision is against you then you can come back to this court.”</p>

<p>The chief of the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) party has been granted protective bail by the court till June 12. These cases were based on the FIRs registered in four police stations in Islamabad.</p>

<p>The FIRs registered have accused Khan of inciting people to block the main highways and attack the police officials on May 9. In another couple of FIRs, Khan is also facing charges of abetting attacks on police officials.</p>

<h2><strong>Imran Khan supporters say their businesses targeted in Pakistan</strong></h2>

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<p>In an FIR registered with Kohsar Police, the former PM, his spouse Bushra Bibi, Shahzad Akbar, and Zulfi Bukhari were accused of misuse of a shop receipt to sell Toshakhana watches.</p>

<p>Earlier in March, at least 25 people were injured and 30 automobiles and a police chowki were set on fire during clashes between the police and PTI supporters in Islamabad when former prime minister Imran Khan arrived at the Federal Judicial Complex (FJC) to attend hearing in the Toshakhana case.</p>

<h2><strong>Khan’s breaks silence on the exodus</strong></h2>

<p>Meanwhile, in an informal interaction with the reporters on the court’s premises, Khan spoked about the mass exodus of leaders from the party, following a crackdown by the establishment in the wake of the May 9 riots, during which several military installations were targeted.</p>

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<p>“The plan is clear, a new party has been formed (by the defectors). There makes no difference on whosoever comes or leaves. I don’t feel bad about people leaving the party, in reality they’ve damaged themselves. I am not a traitor, in reality my own party leaders backstabbed me,” he said.</p>

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<p>On Friday, scores of disgruntled leaders who quit PTI party formed a new political party allegedly backed by the powerful military.</p>

<p>Khan’s old friend and sugar tycoon Jahangir Khan Tareen, who lead 100 former PTI workers who quit the party in the wake of May 9 attacks on military installations, announced the launch of the Istehkam-e-Pakistan Party in Lahore.</p>

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Islamabad High Court on Monday rejected former Pakistan prime minister Imran Khan’s petition seeking a change of court venue that had cited ‘fragile’ security situation on the premises.

Islamabad High Court on Monday rejected former Pakistan prime minister Imran Khan’s petition seeking a change of court venue that had cited ‘fragile’ security situation on the premises. Khan’s lawyers wanted his cases to be heard in “comparatively secure premises” of the Federal Judicial Complex (FJC) in Sector G-11 from Sector F-8 Markaz. The plea claimed that the fragile law and order situation on the premises of the sessions court in Sector F-8 Markaz is not ‘convenient’ for Khan to appear in the relevant judicial magistrates’ trial courts. However, on Monday, the court rejected his plea stating, “In case if the decision is against you then you can come back to this court.” The chief of the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) party has been granted protective bail by the court till June 12. These cases were based on the FIRs registered in four police stations in Islamabad. The FIRs registered have accused Khan of inciting people to block the main highways and attack the police officials on May 9. In another couple of FIRs, Khan is also facing charges of abetting attacks on police officials. Imran Khan supporters say their businesses targeted in Pakistan In an FIR registered with Kohsar Police, the former PM, his spouse Bushra Bibi, Shahzad Akbar, and Zulfi Bukhari were accused of misuse of a shop receipt to sell Toshakhana watches. Earlier in March, at least 25 people were injured and 30 automobiles and a police chowki were set on fire during clashes between the police and PTI supporters in Islamabad when former prime minister Imran Khan arrived at the Federal Judicial Complex (FJC) to attend hearing in the Toshakhana case. Khan’s breaks silence on the exodus Meanwhile, in an informal interaction with the reporters on the court’s premises, Khan spoked about the mass exodus of leaders from the party, following a crackdown by the establishment in the wake of the May 9 riots, during which several military installations were targeted. Also read | More than 100 leaders, who quit Imran Khan’s PTI, form new party allegedly backed by military “The plan is clear, a new party has been formed (by the defectors). There makes no difference on whosoever comes or leaves. I don’t feel bad about people leaving the party, in reality they’ve damaged themselves. I am not a traitor, in reality my own party leaders backstabbed me,” he said. Also read | Pakistan: Imran Khan gets bail from Islamabad high court in lawyer’s murder case On Friday, scores of disgruntled leaders who quit PTI party formed a new political party allegedly backed by the powerful military. Khan’s old friend and sugar tycoon Jahangir Khan Tareen, who lead 100 former PTI workers who quit the party in the wake of May 9 attacks on military installations, announced the launch of the Istehkam-e-Pakistan Party in Lahore. He also said that the party will fight in the upcoming general elections to be held in October. WATCH WION LIVE HERE

Islamabad High Court rejects Imran Khan’s plea seeking change of court venue

Former Pakistan prime minister Imran Khan appeared before the Islamabad high court. Imran Khan’s lawyers filed another petition seeking protective bail in another case filed in Pakistan's Dera Ghazi Khan region. This is a mega corruption case. Pakistan's anti-corruption establishment conducted raids to arrest Imran's sister Uzma Khan, and her husband, Ahad Majeed, in connection with this case. Uzma is accused of alleged fraud during purchases of land. She allegedly purchased land worth billions of rupees for a mere 130 million rupees. The charges claim Uzma and Majeed made a fake transfer of the land to their names. Ace says an fir has been registered against Uzuma Khan and her husband.

Islamabad High Court grants Imran Khan interim bail in 'Dera Ghazi Khan' case

Pakistan: Imran seeks protective bail in mega-fraud case against his sister

Pakistan's Finance Minister Ishaq Dar is set to unveil on Friday Rs 14.5 trillion annual budget for 2023-24 that includes a staggering 66 percent hike in the discretionary budget of parliamentarians, a decision that might push the cash-strapped country towards a looming default due to shrinking foreign reserves.

Cash-strapped Pakistan government unveils budget ahead of general elections this year

Pakistan's former Prime Minister is caught up in an endless tangle of legal battles. He arrived today at the Islamabad court today for not one or two court cases but 11 court cases. One of the cases is a crucial one that pertains to the murder of a senior Supreme Court lawyer Abdul Razzaq Shar.

Pakistan: 11 court cases bring Imran Khan to Islamabad

<p>Former prime minister of Pakistan, Imran Khan secured bail on Thursday (June 8) from Islamabad High Court over new murder charges filed against him after a lawyer&nbsp;Abdul Razzaq Shar, who had accused the PTI chief&nbsp;of high treason, was shot dead by unknown gunmen in Quetta.<br />
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The development means that he cannot be arrested over these charges for the next 14 days, his lawyer told Reuters. The former premier was earlier arrested on May 9 and was held for three days. This had triggered violent protests by his followers across Pakistan. He has now got bail in a range of criminal cases.</p>

<p>Gohar Khan, the lawyer of Imran Khan said that the former PM travelled to Islamabad from his Lahore home to seek bail in the lawyer's murder case and also to extend his bail in over a dozen other cases in order to avoid a fresh arrest.</p>

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<p>Another of his lawyers, Naeem Haider, said he also received bail in all the other cases in which he had applied for it.</p>

<p>Imran Khan (70), the former cricketer-turned-politician became prime minister of Pakistan in 2018. He has been embroiled in a strife with Pakistan's powerful military since his ouster from the government after a no-confidence vote in 2022.</p>

<h2><strong>Previous arrest</strong></h2>

<p>He was arrested on corruption charges on May 9. Khan denies the charges. His arrest had sparked protests by his supporters who held demonstrations across the country and even ransacked military facilities in some cities. This had raised fresh worries about stability of Pakistan, a nuclear armed country of 220 million people. Pakistan is currently struggling with worst economic crisis in decades.</p>

<p>Khan denies inciting violence. He also claims that attacks against military were 'black ops' which were designed to give an excuse to authorities to arrest him again and outlaw his party.</p>

<p>"I want to tell my nation that I am ready to face jail... &nbsp;I will never bow down to this unfair and autocratic regime," he said on Wednesday (June 7) in his latest address broadcast on YouTube.</p>

<p>"I also request you not to bow down, as the moment you succumb to this unjust and autocratic rule, the existence of our nation will be jeopardised."</p>

<p>Since his release from the jail, new charges against Imran Khan have been piling up. On Wednesday, he was formally named by police in connection with the murder of a lawyer. The lawyer was seeking sedition proceedings against Imran Khan. The lawyer was gunned down on the way to court by two gunmen who came on a motorbike.</p>

<p>Khan says he is facing nearly 150 cases and denies guilt in all of them.</p>

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Former prime minister of Pakistan, Imran Khan secured bail on Thursday (June 8) from Islamabad High Court over new murder charges filed against him after a lawyer Abdul Razzaq Shar, who had accused the PTI chief of high treason, was shot dead by unknown gunmen in Quetta.

Former prime minister of Pakistan, Imran Khan secured bail on Thursday (June 8) from Islamabad High Court over new murder charges filed against him after a lawyer Abdul Razzaq Shar, who had accused the PTI chief of high treason, was shot dead by unknown gunmen in Quetta. The development means that he cannot be arrested over these charges for the next 14 days, his lawyer told Reuters. The former premier was earlier arrested on May 9 and was held for three days. This had triggered violent protests by his followers across Pakistan. He has now got bail in a range of criminal cases. Gohar Khan, the lawyer of Imran Khan said that the former PM travelled to Islamabad from his Lahore home to seek bail in the lawyer's murder case and also to extend his bail in over a dozen other cases in order to avoid a fresh arrest. Watch | Is it the end of the road for Imran Khan? × Another of his lawyers, Naeem Haider, said he also received bail in all the other cases in which he had applied for it. Imran Khan (70), the former cricketer-turned-politician became prime minister of Pakistan in 2018. He has been embroiled in a strife with Pakistan's powerful military since his ouster from the government after a no-confidence vote in 2022. Previous arrest He was arrested on corruption charges on May 9. Khan denies the charges. His arrest had sparked protests by his supporters who held demonstrations across the country and even ransacked military facilities in some cities. This had raised fresh worries about stability of Pakistan, a nuclear armed country of 220 million people. Pakistan is currently struggling with worst economic crisis in decades. Khan denies inciting violence. He also claims that attacks against military were 'black ops' which were designed to give an excuse to authorities to arrest him again and outlaw his party. "I want to tell my nation that I am ready to face jail... I will never bow down to this unfair and autocratic regime," he said on Wednesday (June 7) in his latest address broadcast on YouTube. "I also request you not to bow down, as the moment you succumb to this unjust and autocratic rule, the existence of our nation will be jeopardised." Since his release from the jail, new charges against Imran Khan have been piling up. On Wednesday, he was formally named by police in connection with the murder of a lawyer. The lawyer was seeking sedition proceedings against Imran Khan. The lawyer was gunned down on the way to court by two gunmen who came on a motorbike. Khan says he is facing nearly 150 cases and denies guilt in all of them. You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here. WATCH WION LIVE HERE ×

Pakistan: Imran Khan gets bail from Islamabad high court in lawyer’s murder case

Not so long ago, Jahangir Tareen was an aide of former Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan, now he has launched his own party with defectors from Imran Khan's party by his side. This comes as the government continues with its crackdown on the former Prime Minister and his party.

Pakistan political turmoil: Imran Khan's former aide Jahangir Tareen launches new party | WION

<p>Scores of disgruntled leaders who quit Imran Khan’s Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) party, which is witnessing a clampdown by the ruling establishment, have formed a new political party allegedly backed by the powerful military.</p>

<p>Khan’s old friend and sugar tycoon Jahangir Khan Tareen, who is leading 100 former PTI workers who quit the party in the wake of May 9 attacks on military installations, announced the launch of the Istehkam-e-Pakistan Party in Lahore.</p>

<p>He also said&nbsp;that the party will fight in the upcoming general elections to be held in October.</p>

<p>“We have come today to lay the foundation of a new party 'the Istehkam Pakistan',” Tareen said, reports Express Tribune newspaper.</p>

<p>“Today, we promise that we will play our role at the forefront to rid Pakistan of this current quagmire,” he said.</p>

<p>Tareen had played a major role in the formation of the Imran Khan-led government in 2018. But he parted ways with Khan after a money laundering case was registered against him during the PTI tenure.</p>

<h2><strong>Is it the end of the road for Imran Khan?</strong></h2>

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<p>“We have gathered at one platform to make joint efforts to lift the country out of this quagmire,” said Tareen, who was disqualified for life after the Supreme Court ruled in 2017 that he was found guilty in assets beyond means case.</p>

<p>“Our party will be the party of the common man. We will struggle to fulfil the teachings of Quaid-i-Azam (Pakistan founder Muhammad Ali Jinnah) and the dreams of Allama Iqbal,” he added.</p>

<h2><strong>'Country needs new leadership'</strong></h2>

<p>He said that the country is in need of a strong political leadership that could resolve all prevailing issues, including social and economic.</p>

<p>He also condemned the May 9 riots calling for culprits to be booked “or else the houses of political opponents will be attacked in the future”.</p>

<p>He said that the country needs a new political leadership that could provide hope and enthuse youths who have lost all hope in the current political system.</p>

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<p>Several former aides of Khan, including Fawad Chaudhry, Imran Ismail, Ali Zaidi and others reportedly met Tareen before the official announcement of the new party.</p>

<h2><strong>Over 130 leaders left PTI</strong></h2>

<p>More than 130 leaders and former lawmakers have quit PTI in response to what Khan said was “military pressure” to keep him out of politics.</p>

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<p>Notably, some of them had announced a ‘temporary sabbatical’ from politics while quitting the PTI in the wake of the May 9 unrest.</p>

<p>But it seems&nbsp;that their sabbatical has ended sooner than expected as some of them formally entered the new political camp.</p>

<p>It is believed that only a handful of PTI leaders may be left supporting Khan amid the ongoing efforts to fracture the PTI.</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>

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Scores of disgruntled leaders who quit Imran Khan’s Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) party, which is witnessing a clampdown by the ruling establishment, have formed a new political party allegedly backed by the powerful military.

Scores of disgruntled leaders who quit Imran Khan’s Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) party, which is witnessing a clampdown by the ruling establishment, have formed a new political party allegedly backed by the powerful military. Khan’s old friend and sugar tycoon Jahangir Khan Tareen, who is leading 100 former PTI workers who quit the party in the wake of May 9 attacks on military installations, announced the launch of the Istehkam-e-Pakistan Party in Lahore. He also said that the party will fight in the upcoming general elections to be held in October. “We have come today to lay the foundation of a new party 'the Istehkam Pakistan',” Tareen said, reports Express Tribune newspaper. “Today, we promise that we will play our role at the forefront to rid Pakistan of this current quagmire,” he said. Tareen had played a major role in the formation of the Imran Khan-led government in 2018. But he parted ways with Khan after a money laundering case was registered against him during the PTI tenure. Is it the end of the road for Imran Khan? “We have gathered at one platform to make joint efforts to lift the country out of this quagmire,” said Tareen, who was disqualified for life after the Supreme Court ruled in 2017 that he was found guilty in assets beyond means case. “Our party will be the party of the common man. We will struggle to fulfil the teachings of Quaid-i-Azam (Pakistan founder Muhammad Ali Jinnah) and the dreams of Allama Iqbal,” he added. 'Country needs new leadership' He said that the country is in need of a strong political leadership that could resolve all prevailing issues, including social and economic. He also condemned the May 9 riots calling for culprits to be booked “or else the houses of political opponents will be attacked in the future”. He said that the country needs a new political leadership that could provide hope and enthuse youths who have lost all hope in the current political system. Also read | Pakistan: Imran Khan gets bail from Islamabad high court in lawyer’s murder case Several former aides of Khan, including Fawad Chaudhry, Imran Ismail, Ali Zaidi and others reportedly met Tareen before the official announcement of the new party. Over 130 leaders left PTI More than 130 leaders and former lawmakers have quit PTI in response to what Khan said was “military pressure” to keep him out of politics. Also read | Now, Bangladesh seeks clarification on ‘Akhand Bharat’ mural in new Indian Parliament Notably, some of them had announced a ‘temporary sabbatical’ from politics while quitting the PTI in the wake of the May 9 unrest. But it seems that their sabbatical has ended sooner than expected as some of them formally entered the new political camp. It is believed that only a handful of PTI leaders may be left supporting Khan amid the ongoing efforts to fracture the PTI. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE

More than 100 leaders, who quit Imran Khan’s PTI, form new party allegedly backed by military

Pressure is growing on Imran Khan in the latest updates the country's Army Chief Asim Munir has issued a stern warning. General Asim Munir says efforts to create distortions won't help the perpetrators of the May 9th violence. He hasn't named the former Prime Minister or PTI here but the warning is very clear.

Pakistan Military hints at action against PTI for May 9th violence

<p>Former Pakistan prime minister Imran Khan was formally named on Wednesday (June 7) in connection with murder of a lawyer. Abdur Razaq, the lawyer, was killed by unknown gunmen on Tuesday. Before he was killed, the lawyer had filed a court petition seeking sedition proceedings against Imran Khan. Pakistani police have registered an "abetment to murder" case against Imran Khan. He has not been charged in connection with the murder but he faces dozens of charges in other cases registered since his ouster in parliamentary vote of confidence in April last year.</p>

<p>Imran Khan has claimed that all cases against him were concocted by his opponents.</p>

<p>In a live online broadcast, Khan denied the allegations adding that he would appear in court on Thursday to seek bail for 16 other cases.</p>

<p><strong>Watch | Pakistan Military hints at action against PTI for May 9th violence</strong></p>

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<p>Provincial government spokesman Babar Khan said Khan could face formal charges if and when the murder case goes to trial.</p>

<p>Abdur Razaq, the lawyer, had filed court petition seeking sedition proceedings against Khan for dissolving his government after the no-confidence motion.</p>

<p>On Tuesday, Razaq was on his way to court. He was shot and killed by unknown gunmen who came on a motorcycle.</p>

<p>Razaq's son, Siraj Ahmad, also a lawyer, told police that his father had been killed by unknown men with the "abetment of the former prime minister", according to a police report filed by him and quoted by Reuters.</p>

<p>It was not immediately clear how the link between unknown gunmen and Khan was made.</p>

<p>Just last week, Imran Khan got bail while he faced terrorism charges of abetting violence against Pakistani military. Imran Khan's supporters had held nationwide protests after he was arrested and detained on May 9.</p>

<p>In Pakistan, the military holds clout, and&nbsp;has in the past ruled Pakistan directly or overseen civilian governments.</p>

<p>After his arrest on May 9, Imran Khan's supporters protested across the country and even ransacked military facilities.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>Khan has appealed for talks to end the standoff with the military. The government has rejected his call.</p>

<h2><strong>The economic crisis</strong></h2>

<p>The political turmoil in Pakistan has come just when the South Asian nation is going through its worst economic crisis. Official data revealed that the country's year-on-year inflation hit a record 37.97 per cent just last month. The crucial bailout talks with the International Monetary Fund (IMF) are not going ahead fast enough for Pakistan.</p>

<p>Non-perishable foods and transport costs climbed more than 50 per cent over May 2022, while average inflation for the past 12 months was 29.16 per cent, the latest Pakistan Bureau of Statistics data showed.</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>

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Former Pakistan prime minister Imran Khan was formally named on Wednesday (June 7) in connection with murder of a lawyer. Abdur Razaq, the lawyer, was killed by unknown gunmen on Tuesday.

Former Pakistan prime minister Imran Khan was formally named on Wednesday (June 7) in connection with murder of a lawyer. Abdur Razaq, the lawyer, was killed by unknown gunmen on Tuesday. Before he was killed, the lawyer had filed a court petition seeking sedition proceedings against Imran Khan. Pakistani police have registered an "abetment to murder" case against Imran Khan. He has not been charged in connection with the murder but he faces dozens of charges in other cases registered since his ouster in parliamentary vote of confidence in April last year. Imran Khan has claimed that all cases against him were concocted by his opponents. In a live online broadcast, Khan denied the allegations adding that he would appear in court on Thursday to seek bail for 16 other cases. Watch | Pakistan Military hints at action against PTI for May 9th violence × Provincial government spokesman Babar Khan said Khan could face formal charges if and when the murder case goes to trial. Abdur Razaq, the lawyer, had filed court petition seeking sedition proceedings against Khan for dissolving his government after the no-confidence motion. On Tuesday, Razaq was on his way to court. He was shot and killed by unknown gunmen who came on a motorcycle. Razaq's son, Siraj Ahmad, also a lawyer, told police that his father had been killed by unknown men with the "abetment of the former prime minister", according to a police report filed by him and quoted by Reuters. It was not immediately clear how the link between unknown gunmen and Khan was made. Just last week, Imran Khan got bail while he faced terrorism charges of abetting violence against Pakistani military. Imran Khan's supporters had held nationwide protests after he was arrested and detained on May 9. In Pakistan, the military holds clout, and has in the past ruled Pakistan directly or overseen civilian governments. After his arrest on May 9, Imran Khan's supporters protested across the country and even ransacked military facilities. Also Read | US asks Pakistan for consular access to Imran Khan supporter Khadija Shah Khan has appealed for talks to end the standoff with the military. The government has rejected his call. The economic crisis The political turmoil in Pakistan has come just when the South Asian nation is going through its worst economic crisis. Official data revealed that the country's year-on-year inflation hit a record 37.97 per cent just last month. The crucial bailout talks with the International Monetary Fund (IMF) are not going ahead fast enough for Pakistan. Non-perishable foods and transport costs climbed more than 50 per cent over May 2022, while average inflation for the past 12 months was 29.16 per cent, the latest Pakistan Bureau of Statistics data showed. (With inputs from agencies) You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here. WATCH WION LIVE HERE ×

Pakistan: Police formally name PTI chief Imran Khan in lawyer’s murder case

Pakistan Army Chief Asim Munir warns May 9 violence perpetrators, says 'won't spare those behind it'

<p>In a recent statement, Pakistan’s military brass, on Wednesday &nbsp;(June 7) said that they would tighten the “noose of law” against those who have “mounted a hate-ripened and politically-driven rebellion against the state and state institutions.”&nbsp;This also comes after the forum condemned the incidents of “May 9 Black Day” when protests broke out across the country after former Pakistan prime minister Imran Khan’s arrest.&nbsp;</p>

<h2><strong>What did the Pakistan army say?</strong></h2>

<p>The statement was issued after the 81st Formation Commanders Conference at the General Headquarters (GHQ) in Pakistan’s Rawalpindi which was reportedly presided over by Chief of Army Staff (COAS) General Asim Munir.&nbsp;</p>

<p>During the forum, as per the statement, the top military brass also condemned the incidents of “May 9 Black Day” and reiterated that the “attackers of military installations would certainly be brought to justice speedily under the Pakistan Army Act and Official Secret Act,” reported The Dawn.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>It added, “Efforts to create distortions and attempts to take refuge behind imaginary and mirage human rights violations to create smoke screen for hiding the ugly faces of all involved are absolutely futile and do not stand the abundantly collected irrefutable evidences.”</p>

<p>This also comes days after Pakistan’s Defence Minister Khawaja Asif hinted that former premier and Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI)&nbsp;chairman Imran Khan could be tried in a military court for his involvement in the May 9 protests.&nbsp;</p>

<p>“The legal trials of perpetrators and instigators have commenced, it is time that the noose of law is also tightened around the planners and masterminds who mounted the hate-ripened and politically-driven rebellion against the state and state institutions to achieve their nefarious design of creating chaos in the country,” said the Pakistan military, in a statement.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>However, Khawaja Asif said that no case had been registered so far against the PTI chief for what happened on May 9. “Definitely…there are chances that Imran Khan can be tried in a military court,” the minister said while responding to a question if the former PM could face the country’s stringent Army Act.</p>

<h2><strong>Imran Khan about the Pakistan army</strong></h2>

<p>In a series of interviews and statements, Imran Khan has reiterated that there is no rule of law in Pakistan and that it is being run by only one man — <a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/imran-khan-says-hes-worried-they-will-pick-him-again-warns-of-same-reaction-if-arrested-again-591698">the Army chief</a>. Khan also assured that if he gets re-elected as the Pakistan PM, he will “not denotify” the army chief.</p>

<p>The South Asian nation’s military-intelligence nexus is often dubbed as “establishment”, and has been widely described as the real power running the country's state of affairs.</p>

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<p>“The government and establishment are the same thing. The country is being run by the establishment,” the PTI chief told WION last week.</p>

<p>Speaking about the PTI’s top politicians abandoning ship after the events of May 9, he also told WION, “There is unprecedented pressure put on the individuals by the agencies. Such things have never happened before.”<br />
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In a recent statement, Pakistan’s military brass, on Wednesday (June 7) said that they would tighten the “noose of law” against those who have “mounted a hate-ripened and politically-driven rebellion against the state and state institutions.

In a recent statement, Pakistan’s military brass, on Wednesday (June 7) said that they would tighten the “noose of law” against those who have “mounted a hate-ripened and politically-driven rebellion against the state and state institutions.” This also comes after the forum condemned the incidents of “May 9 Black Day” when protests broke out across the country after former Pakistan prime minister Imran Khan’s arrest. What did the Pakistan army say? The statement was issued after the 81st Formation Commanders Conference at the General Headquarters (GHQ) in Pakistan’s Rawalpindi which was reportedly presided over by Chief of Army Staff (COAS) General Asim Munir. During the forum, as per the statement, the top military brass also condemned the incidents of “May 9 Black Day” and reiterated that the “attackers of military installations would certainly be brought to justice speedily under the Pakistan Army Act and Official Secret Act,” reported The Dawn. ALSO READ | Islamabad court declares ex-PM Imran Khan’s arrest legal, violent protests rage across Pakistan It added, “Efforts to create distortions and attempts to take refuge behind imaginary and mirage human rights violations to create smoke screen for hiding the ugly faces of all involved are absolutely futile and do not stand the abundantly collected irrefutable evidences.” This also comes days after Pakistan’s Defence Minister Khawaja Asif hinted that former premier and Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) chairman Imran Khan could be tried in a military court for his involvement in the May 9 protests. “The legal trials of perpetrators and instigators have commenced, it is time that the noose of law is also tightened around the planners and masterminds who mounted the hate-ripened and politically-driven rebellion against the state and state institutions to achieve their nefarious design of creating chaos in the country,” said the Pakistan military, in a statement. ALSO READ | Pakistan’s defence minister signals Imran Khan to be tried in military court However, Khawaja Asif said that no case had been registered so far against the PTI chief for what happened on May 9. “Definitely…there are chances that Imran Khan can be tried in a military court,” the minister said while responding to a question if the former PM could face the country’s stringent Army Act. Imran Khan about the Pakistan army In a series of interviews and statements, Imran Khan has reiterated that there is no rule of law in Pakistan and that it is being run by only one man — the Army chief. Khan also assured that if he gets re-elected as the Pakistan PM, he will “not denotify” the army chief. The South Asian nation’s military-intelligence nexus is often dubbed as “establishment”, and has been widely described as the real power running the country's state of affairs. ALSO READ | Exclusive | Pakistan is being run by the 'establishment': Imran Khan “The government and establishment are the same thing. The country is being run by the establishment,” the PTI chief told WION last week. Speaking about the PTI’s top politicians abandoning ship after the events of May 9, he also told WION, “There is unprecedented pressure put on the individuals by the agencies. Such things have never happened before.” WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

Time to tighten ‘noose of law’: Pakistan army chief seemingly slams PTI chief Imran Khan

Former Pakistan prime minister Imran Khan has secured bail on Thursday from the Islamabad High Court over murder charges, blocking his arrest for 14 days. The ousted prime minister is now free on bail in several other cases.

Former Pakistan PM Imran Khan gets protective bail on murder charges

Today marks another hectic day for the former Pakistan Prime Minister, fighting legal battles in Islamabad. In fresh woes, the cricketer-turned-politician has been formally named in lawyer murder case. As simultaneous confrontations play out between Khan and the Army Chief, and the government and the judiciary, the former leader is becoming increasingly isolated. Analysts say Pakistani authorities are seeking to destroy Imran Khan's support ahead of elections.

Imran Khan to blame for lawyer's murder? Former Pak leader becoming increasingly isolated | Details

<p>The United States has called on Pakistan to grant consular access to Khadija Shah, a prominent fashion designer with dual citizenship who was detained during the recent series of protests witnessed in the South Asian nation.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Speaking to the press during a media briefing on Tuesday (June 6th) State Department principal deputy spokesperson Vedant Patel confirmed Shah's dual nationality and stated that the US has requested consular access to her.</p>

<h2><strong>What the&nbsp;State Department&nbsp;spokesperson said</strong></h2>

<p>"Shah is a dual national and so we continue to engage directly with the government&nbsp;of&nbsp;Pakistan."</p>

<p>"We've been following the case and have asked Pakistani officials for consulate access to her," said Patel during the media briefing.</p>

<p>"As we previously said, we always urge foreign governments to follow consular notifications for all procedures when American citizens are detained," he said while answering a question about Shah's arrest.</p>

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<p>The US State Department spokesperson also mentioned that additional US citizens have been arrested in Pakistan. He added that the US government is prepared to provide "appropriate assistance" and expects Pakistani authorities to uphold the detainees' fair-trial rights.</p>

<p>"Whenever a US citizen is arrested overseas, we stand ready to provide all appropriate assistance and we expect Pakistani authorities to respect all fair-trial guarantees owed to these detainees," said Patel, as cited by news agency AFP.</p>

<h2><strong>Who is Khadija Shah?</strong></h2>

<p>Khadija Shah is the founder of luxury fashion brands 'Elan' and 'Zaha'. She was brought before an anti-terrorism court following the protests triggered by the arrest of former Prime Minister Imran Khan on May 9.</p>

<p>According to Shah's family, she participated in peaceful protests on May 9, during which some demonstrators criticised the influential military and alleged a plot to sideline Imran Khan. Shah's family claims that she willingly appeared for questioning but was subsequently arrested. When she appeared in court, her face was covered, they added.</p>

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<p>Shah, as per reports, is one of the prime suspects in the Jinnah House vandalism case. Recently, a video of the Imran Khan supporter apologising for her involvement in the violent events of May 9 surfaced. In the video, Shah alleged that the Pakistan Army barged into her home and roughened up her family members.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"They (authorities) barged into my house at midnight and abducted my husband and father. They roughed up my husband in front of our children... my domestic workers were also subjected to torture."</p>

<h2><strong>Imran Khan's detention and subsequent arrests&nbsp;</strong></h2>

<p>Since the Supreme Court ruled that Khan's detention was illegal and allowed him to be released, thousands of individuals, including grassroots supporters and Khan's key aides, have been rounded up by Pakistani authorities.</p>

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The United States has called on Pakistan to grant consular access to Khadija Shah, a prominent fashion designer with dual citizenship who was detained during the recent series of protests witnessed in the South Asian nation.

The United States has called on Pakistan to grant consular access to Khadija Shah, a prominent fashion designer with dual citizenship who was detained during the recent series of protests witnessed in the South Asian nation. Speaking to the press during a media briefing on Tuesday (June 6th) State Department principal deputy spokesperson Vedant Patel confirmed Shah's dual nationality and stated that the US has requested consular access to her. What the State Department spokesperson said "Shah is a dual national and so we continue to engage directly with the government of Pakistan." "We've been following the case and have asked Pakistani officials for consulate access to her," said Patel during the media briefing. "As we previously said, we always urge foreign governments to follow consular notifications for all procedures when American citizens are detained," he said while answering a question about Shah's arrest. Also read | Pak top court lawyer killed in Quetta drive-by shooting, Imran Khan blamed The US State Department spokesperson also mentioned that additional US citizens have been arrested in Pakistan. He added that the US government is prepared to provide "appropriate assistance" and expects Pakistani authorities to uphold the detainees' fair-trial rights. "Whenever a US citizen is arrested overseas, we stand ready to provide all appropriate assistance and we expect Pakistani authorities to respect all fair-trial guarantees owed to these detainees," said Patel, as cited by news agency AFP. Who is Khadija Shah? Khadija Shah is the founder of luxury fashion brands 'Elan' and 'Zaha'. She was brought before an anti-terrorism court following the protests triggered by the arrest of former Prime Minister Imran Khan on May 9. According to Shah's family, she participated in peaceful protests on May 9, during which some demonstrators criticised the influential military and alleged a plot to sideline Imran Khan. Shah's family claims that she willingly appeared for questioning but was subsequently arrested. When she appeared in court, her face was covered, they added. Also read | Pakistan: Imran Khan loyalist Khadija Shah's apology video surfaces days after her arrest Shah, as per reports, is one of the prime suspects in the Jinnah House vandalism case. Recently, a video of the Imran Khan supporter apologising for her involvement in the violent events of May 9 surfaced. In the video, Shah alleged that the Pakistan Army barged into her home and roughened up her family members. "They (authorities) barged into my house at midnight and abducted my husband and father. They roughed up my husband in front of our children... my domestic workers were also subjected to torture." Imran Khan's detention and subsequent arrests Since the Supreme Court ruled that Khan's detention was illegal and allowed him to be released, thousands of individuals, including grassroots supporters and Khan's key aides, have been rounded up by Pakistani authorities. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

US asks Pakistan for consular access to Imran Khan supporter Khadija Shah

Caught in a political quagmire defectors from Imran Khan's PTI have now formed a new group calling themselves the 'Democrats' According to the reports the group is being led by the former Punjab Home Minister Hashim Dogar and Education Minister Dr. Murad Raas. At least 35 ex-lawmakers have reportedly joined the breakaway party.

PTI defectors form a new group called 'Democrats' led by Hashim Dogar and Dr. Murad Raas

<p>In a drive-by shooting on Tuesday (June 6)&nbsp;on Quetta's Airport Road, senior Supreme Court attorney Advocate Abdul Razzaq Shar was fatally shot by armed motorcyclists, according to the police.</p>

<p>While verifying the event, Jamil Shaheed Station House Officer (SHO) Gul Muhammad told the Dawn&nbsp;that Shar was being pursued by unidentified people on three motorbikes while en route to the Balochistan High Court (BHC).</p>

<p>“According to eyewitnesses, he was travelling in his relative’s vehicle,” the official said.</p>

<p>The lawyer died while being taken from the scene to the Quetta Civil Hospital after suffering injuries. Shar was shot 16 times during the attack, according to police surgeon Ayesha Faiz&nbsp;who spoke to the Dawn.</p>

<p>“A post-mortem examination of his body was not carried out due to the family’s insistence,” she said, adding that the bullets Shar sustained on his chest, neck and stomach proved to be fatal.</p>

<p>SHO Muhammad stated that the attack location had been secured by the police and that an investigation was being conducted to identify and apprehend any culprits.</p>

<p>Abid Kakar, the president of the Quetta Bar Association, condemned the killing and announced a full boycott of the BHC and subordinate courts as well as a three-day period of mourning for Shar.</p>

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<p>Advocate Shar recently filed a petition with the court outlining the threats against him, according to senior attorney Mir Ataullah Lango.&nbsp;</p>

<h2><strong>PTI leader Imran Khan blamed&nbsp;</strong></h2>

<p>Imran Khan, the chairman of the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf, was "directly responsible" for the death of attorney Shar, according to Special Assistant to the Prime Minister (SAPM) Ataullah Tarar.</p>

<p>He asserted that the targeted death was connected to a treason case, which Tarar stated will be resolved in the next proceedings.</p>

<p>On June 29, Shar filed a plea with the BHC asking for the former prime minister to be tried in accordance with Article 6 of the Constitution. The division bench of the BHC, which included&nbsp;Chief Justice Naeem Akhtar Afghan and Justice Muhammad Amir Nawaz Rana, heard the appeal.</p>

<p>Advocate Shar had argued that Imran should be convicted under Article 6 since he had advised the president to dissolve the National Assembly in violation of the Constitution.</p>

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<p>Following the original hearing, the BHC bench served notices to Additional Attorney General Rauf Atta and Deputy Attorney General Muhammad Naeem Kasi, instructing them to respond at the upcoming hearing planned for June 7 (tomorrow).</p>

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In a drive-by shooting on Tuesday (June 6) on Quetta's Airport Road, senior Supreme Court attorney Advocate Abdul Razzaq Shar was fatally shot by armed motorcyclists, according to the police.

In a drive-by shooting on Tuesday (June 6) on Quetta's Airport Road, senior Supreme Court attorney Advocate Abdul Razzaq Shar was fatally shot by armed motorcyclists, according to the police. While verifying the event, Jamil Shaheed Station House Officer (SHO) Gul Muhammad told the Dawn that Shar was being pursued by unidentified people on three motorbikes while en route to the Balochistan High Court (BHC). “According to eyewitnesses, he was travelling in his relative’s vehicle,” the official said. The lawyer died while being taken from the scene to the Quetta Civil Hospital after suffering injuries. Shar was shot 16 times during the attack, according to police surgeon Ayesha Faiz who spoke to the Dawn. “A post-mortem examination of his body was not carried out due to the family’s insistence,” she said, adding that the bullets Shar sustained on his chest, neck and stomach proved to be fatal. SHO Muhammad stated that the attack location had been secured by the police and that an investigation was being conducted to identify and apprehend any culprits. Abid Kakar, the president of the Quetta Bar Association, condemned the killing and announced a full boycott of the BHC and subordinate courts as well as a three-day period of mourning for Shar. Also read | Pakistan: Lahore HC orders immediate release of PTI's Shah Mahmood Qureshi Advocate Shar recently filed a petition with the court outlining the threats against him, according to senior attorney Mir Ataullah Lango. PTI leader Imran Khan blamed Imran Khan, the chairman of the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf, was "directly responsible" for the death of attorney Shar, according to Special Assistant to the Prime Minister (SAPM) Ataullah Tarar. He asserted that the targeted death was connected to a treason case, which Tarar stated will be resolved in the next proceedings. On June 29, Shar filed a plea with the BHC asking for the former prime minister to be tried in accordance with Article 6 of the Constitution. The division bench of the BHC, which included Chief Justice Naeem Akhtar Afghan and Justice Muhammad Amir Nawaz Rana, heard the appeal. Advocate Shar had argued that Imran should be convicted under Article 6 since he had advised the president to dissolve the National Assembly in violation of the Constitution. Also watch | Former Pakistan PM Imran Khan blocked from mainstream media Following the original hearing, the BHC bench served notices to Additional Attorney General Rauf Atta and Deputy Attorney General Muhammad Naeem Kasi, instructing them to respond at the upcoming hearing planned for June 7 (tomorrow). The SAPM said today at a news briefing in Islamabad that Imran "got the lawyer killed to protect himself from the treason case". WATCH WION LIVE HERE:

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Coverage of Pakistan's former Prime Minister Imran Khan has disappeared from all mainstream news channels in the country after the media regulator asked networks to block out people involved in rioting last month.

Former Pakistan PM Imran Khan blocked from mainstream media

EX-Pakistan PM Imran Khan blocked from mainstream media

Former Pakistani Prime Minister Imran Khan has repeatedly hinted at the military's involvement in a Crackdown on his Pakistan Hurricane Soft Party or the PTA. Now, the embattled politician has accused the powerful military and its intelligence agency of openly trying to destroy his political party the PTA.

Imran Khan: I have no doubt that I will be tried in military court | Pakistan

<p>Pakistan’s Defence Minister Khawaja Asif has hinted that former premier and PTI (Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf) chairman Imran Khan could be tried in a military court if his involvement in the May 9 ‘attacks’ is established. Prompted by Khan’s arrest, May 9 saw massive political protests in the country during which his supporters destroyed several private and public assets of the country, including some military installations. They even attacked the General Headquarters in Rawalpindi as well as Lahore’s Jinnah House where the city’s corps commander was residing, among other buildings, installations and symbols of State.</p>

<p>Khawaja Asif also confirmed that no case had been registered so far against Imran Khan in connection with the May 9 protests.&nbsp;</p>

<p>“Definitely…there are chances that Imran Khan can be tried in a military court,” the minister said while responding to a question if the deposed premier could face the country’s stringent Army Act.</p>

<h2><strong>Statement by Pakistan’s Interior Minister</strong></h2>

<p>Khawaja Asif’s remarks come hot on the heels of a similar statement issued by Pakistan’s Interior Minister Rana Sanaullah. Rana affirmed that Khan was involved in the May 9 protests, and questioned why he should not be tried in a military court.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The minister further claimed that proofs were available in the shape of Imran’s tweets and messages.</p>

<h2><strong>Imran Khan served warrants by Islamabad police</strong></h2>

<p>On Saturday, the Islamabad police issued warrants to Imran Khan for his attendance in a court in the federal capital. The warrants were delivered to Khan's residence in Zaman Park, Lahore, and require his appearance on June 8 regarding a case involving alleged threats against a woman sessions judge.</p>

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<p>Naeem Haider Panjutha, Khan's legal counsel, confirmed that the court had issued bailable warrants for his client. The court specifically instructed the police to serve the warrants at Khan’s Zaman Park residence. In a tweet on Saturday, Panjutha mentioned that the police had arrived at Zaman Park earlier in the day to deliver the warrants.</p>

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Pakistan’s Defence Minister Khawaja Asif has hinted that former premier and PTI (Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf) chairman Imran Khan could be tried in a military court if his involvement in the May 9 ‘attacks’ is established.

Pakistan’s Defence Minister Khawaja Asif has hinted that former premier and PTI (Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf) chairman Imran Khan could be tried in a military court if his involvement in the May 9 ‘attacks’ is established. Prompted by Khan’s arrest, May 9 saw massive political protests in the country during which his supporters destroyed several private and public assets of the country, including some military installations. They even attacked the General Headquarters in Rawalpindi as well as Lahore’s Jinnah House where the city’s corps commander was residing, among other buildings, installations and symbols of State. Khawaja Asif also confirmed that no case had been registered so far against Imran Khan in connection with the May 9 protests. “Definitely…there are chances that Imran Khan can be tried in a military court,” the minister said while responding to a question if the deposed premier could face the country’s stringent Army Act. Statement by Pakistan’s Interior Minister Khawaja Asif’s remarks come hot on the heels of a similar statement issued by Pakistan’s Interior Minister Rana Sanaullah. Rana affirmed that Khan was involved in the May 9 protests, and questioned why he should not be tried in a military court. The minister further claimed that proofs were available in the shape of Imran’s tweets and messages. Imran Khan served warrants by Islamabad police On Saturday, the Islamabad police issued warrants to Imran Khan for his attendance in a court in the federal capital. The warrants were delivered to Khan's residence in Zaman Park, Lahore, and require his appearance on June 8 regarding a case involving alleged threats against a woman sessions judge. Watch: A PTI party 'minus' Imran Khan ? × Naeem Haider Panjutha, Khan's legal counsel, confirmed that the court had issued bailable warrants for his client. The court specifically instructed the police to serve the warrants at Khan’s Zaman Park residence. In a tweet on Saturday, Panjutha mentioned that the police had arrived at Zaman Park earlier in the day to deliver the warrants. Also read | Exclusive | Pakistan is being run by the 'establishment': Imran Khan The case, which was filed in August of the previous year, stemmed from an incident in which Imran Khan criticised Additional District and Sessions Judge Zeba Chaudhry. Judge Chaudhry had approved the physical remand of PTI leader Shahbaz Gill in a sedition case. Following Khan's remarks, the Islamabad High Court initiated contempt proceedings against him. However, Khan subsequently expressed regret and apologised to the judge, leading to a resolution of the contempt proceedings. WATCH WION LIVE HERE ×

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Pakistan's Defence Minister has called Imran Khan more dangerous than the Indian Prime Minister. What made him say this? Molly Gambhir brings you a report.

Gravitas: Pak Defence Minister calls Imran Khan more dangerous than PM Modi

Defence Minister Khawaja Asif has claimed that incarcerated Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) Vice-Chairman Shah Mahmood Qureshi will leave the Imran Khan-led party as soon as he finds an alternative.

Mahmood Qureshi to quit PTI once he finds alternative: Khawaja Asif, Qureshi's son denies reports

<p>Khawaja Muhammad Asif, Pakistan's Defence Minister, has warned that former prime minister Imran Khan is a "bigger threat" to the nation than Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi. On the other hand, India has emerged as one of the top buyers of Russian oil after Moscow invaded Ukraine. Historically allies, the two countries are settling a greater share of the trade in national currencies after Russia was cut off from the US dollar-dominated global payments systems.</p>

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<p>Khawaja Muhammad Asif, Pakistan's Defence Minister, has warned&nbsp;that former prime minister Imran Khan is a "bigger threat" to the nation than Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The explosive comments were made on-air while Asif was speaking to a journalist on a Pakistani TV channel, "Your foreign enemy is known to you. In Pakistan, the people are still unable to identify the enemy who was born here and is a bigger threat than the enemy from that nation (India)."&nbsp;</p>

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<p>India has emerged as one of the top buyers of Russian oil after Moscow invaded Ukraine. Historically allies, the two countries are settling a greater share of the trade in national currencies after Russia was cut off from the US dollar-dominated global payments systems. Though it seems like a win-win situation for everybody, there is a problem. Russia does not know how to reap the benefits of this trade.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>In an unfortunate turn of events on Friday evening, the Coromandel Express derailed close to Bahanaga Station in Balasore city in the Indian state of Odisha in which several passengers sustained injuries. As per local media reports, the cause of the accident was the collision of the express train with a goods train. A search and rescue operation is currently underway.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>The rapid advancements of technology always ushered in new eras in Hollywood. The latest in this is the use of artificial intelligence (AI), which is both fascinating and deeply troubling. The rise of digital doubles and fake trailers generated by &nbsp;AI tools has sent shockwaves through the entertainment industry, leaving many horrified by the potential consequences. From rumours of digital creations of deceased actors to the de-aging of stars using AI, the line between reality and illusion is becoming increasingly blurred. One of the most disturbing reports circulating in Hollywood is the supposed cameo of a digital creation of the late Christopher Reeve in the upcoming film&nbsp;<em>The Flash.</em>&nbsp;</p>

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<p>A new study has suggested that the Milky Way Galaxy harbours one-third of planets that have water and as a consequence, are suitable for life. This study, based on recent telescope data provided by the Kepler Mission, states that there are billions of planets—which are smaller and cooler, with half the mass of the Sun —that revolve around M dwarfs (also knowns Red dwarf).</p>

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<p>The issue of sexual abuse scandals in Catholic Churches continues to make headlines. The&nbsp;latest probe by the Spanish Catholic Church into such cases has unearthed even more grim details, reported Reuters. The investigation report identified as many as 728 alleged abusers, clergy and non-clerical staff, and 927 victims, over eight decades since the 1940s.&nbsp;</p>


Khawaja Muhammad Asif, Pakistan's Defence Minister, has warned that former prime minister Imran Khan is a "bigger threat" to the nation than Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi.

Khawaja Muhammad Asif, Pakistan's Defence Minister, has warned that former prime minister Imran Khan is a "bigger threat" to the nation than Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi. On the other hand, India has emerged as one of the top buyers of Russian oil after Moscow invaded Ukraine. Historically allies, the two countries are settling a greater share of the trade in national currencies after Russia was cut off from the US dollar-dominated global payments systems. Click on the news headline to read more: Imran Khan 'more dangerous' than Indian PM Narendra Modi, warns Pakistan defence minister Khawaja Muhammad Asif, Pakistan's Defence Minister, has warned that former prime minister Imran Khan is a "bigger threat" to the nation than Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi. The explosive comments were made on-air while Asif was speaking to a journalist on a Pakistani TV channel, "Your foreign enemy is known to you. In Pakistan, the people are still unable to identify the enemy who was born here and is a bigger threat than the enemy from that nation (India)." Russia does not know what to do with $147bn in rupees it has amassed India has emerged as one of the top buyers of Russian oil after Moscow invaded Ukraine. Historically allies, the two countries are settling a greater share of the trade in national currencies after Russia was cut off from the US dollar-dominated global payments systems. Though it seems like a win-win situation for everybody, there is a problem. Russia does not know how to reap the benefits of this trade. India: Coromandel Express derails in Odisha's Balasore, several passengers injured in accident In an unfortunate turn of events on Friday evening, the Coromandel Express derailed close to Bahanaga Station in Balasore city in the Indian state of Odisha in which several passengers sustained injuries. As per local media reports, the cause of the accident was the collision of the express train with a goods train. A search and rescue operation is currently underway. 'Akhand Bharat' mural row: Nepali leaders get irked, urge Prachanda to raise issue with Indian officials The inauguration of the new Indian Parliament seems to be marred with a fresh controversy, this time a diplomatic one, over a mural inside the building that shows all the key kingdoms and ancient cities portraying ancient India. One of the cities shown in the mural which drew severe criticism is Lumbini, the birthplace of Lord Buddha. The mural, appears to have come from the concept of 'Akhand Bharat', a term that refers to the undivided India whose geographical area included present-day Afghanistan, Pakistan, Bangladesh, Sri Lanka, Myanmar, and Thailand. 'Feel sorry for him, he faced planet Earth’s most dangerous bowlers': Akhtar on Tendulkar, hails his greatness Sachin Tendulkar had a stellar run in international cricket. He debuted at the age of 16 and played his last match at the age of 40, in late 2013. The Master Blaster ended with over 34,000 runs overall, along with as many as 100 centuries at the highest level. Thus, he is hailed as one of the greatest of all time. Recently, Rawalpindi Express Shoaib Akhtar pointed out how Tendulkar battled against some of the greatest bowlers during his playing days and yet managed to dominate them. Explained: How digital doubles, AI-generated trailers put Hollywood in a quandary The rapid advancements of technology always ushered in new eras in Hollywood. The latest in this is the use of artificial intelligence (AI), which is both fascinating and deeply troubling. The rise of digital doubles and fake trailers generated by AI tools has sent shockwaves through the entertainment industry, leaving many horrified by the potential consequences. From rumours of digital creations of deceased actors to the de-aging of stars using AI, the line between reality and illusion is becoming increasingly blurred. One of the most disturbing reports circulating in Hollywood is the supposed cameo of a digital creation of the late Christopher Reeve in the upcoming film The Flash. Milky Way Galaxy has hundreds of millions of potentially habitable planets, says a new study A new study has suggested that the Milky Way Galaxy harbours one-third of planets that have water and as a consequence, are suitable for life. This study, based on recent telescope data provided by the Kepler Mission, states that there are billions of planets—which are smaller and cooler, with half the mass of the Sun —that revolve around M dwarfs (also knowns Red dwarf). Tanzania declares end of deadly Marburg virus outbreak, says WHO World Health Organization released a statement on Friday informing that Tanzania has declared an end of the deadly outbreak of the Marburg virus, the cases o which were first reported in the month of March this year. Former students launch indefinite protests in Canada amid growing threat of deportation Several international students in Canada are staging indefinite protests amid a growing threat of their potential removal from the country. The demonstration, which began in the Greater Toronto Area (GTA) this week, is expected to continue till the deportation process is stopped. Spain's Catholic church probe reveals 728 priests abused children over eight decades The issue of sexual abuse scandals in Catholic Churches continues to make headlines. The latest probe by the Spanish Catholic Church into such cases has unearthed even more grim details, reported Reuters. The investigation report identified as many as 728 alleged abusers, clergy and non-clerical staff, and 927 victims, over eight decades since the 1940s.

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The country's year-on-year inflation rises to record 37.97 percent as crucial IMF bailout talks remain in limbo. Pakistan's annual inflation rate has risen to 37.97 percent in May, the statistics bureau said, setting a national record for the second month in a row.

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Pakistan's anti-corruption agency has arrested PTI President the former Chief Minister of Punjab Province Chaudhry Pervaiz Elahi from outside his residence in Lahore. The arrest comes in the backdrop of the Pakistani establishment's massive crackdown on members of the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf party. PTI Chief Imran Khan says he is now left with only two or three aid by his side.

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<p>Troubles continue to mount for&nbsp;Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaaf (PTI) chief Imran Khan. A group of PTI defectors led by Fawad Chaudhary met party vice chairman Shah Mehmood Qureshi in Adiala Jail on Wednesday and tried to convince him to desert the party and Imran, Pakistani media reported.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Chaudhary said he held a detailed meeting with Qureshi, adding that he had already met several of PTI's senior leadership.&nbsp;</p>

<p>“We had a detailed meeting with Asad Umar, and also contacted Asad Qaiser, Farrukh Habib, Shahzad Wasim, Ali Zaidi, Hammad Azhar, Pervez Khattak and other leaders.”</p>

<p>Rumours mills are abuzz with the speculation that Chaudhary is working&nbsp;on a ‘minus Imran’ formula and the meetings are a step in that direction only.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>Chaudhary quit the party last month after condemning the violent protests that transpired on May 9 following the PTI chief's arrest in an alleged corruption case.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"After my earlier statement where I unequivocally condemned the 9th May incidents, I have decided to take a break from politics. Therefore, I have resigned from my party position and am parting ways with Imran Khan," Chaudhry wrote in a tweet.&nbsp;</p>

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مخدوم صاحب پارٹی کے وائس چیئرمین ہیں اور<a href="https://twitter.com/PTIofficial?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@PTIofficial</a> ایک نظریے کا نام ہے، ہم تحریک انصاف اور <a href="https://twitter.com/ImranKhanPTI?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@ImranKhanPTI</a> کے نظریے کے ساتھ کھڑے ہیں!<br />
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<h2><strong>Imran has deployed countermeasures&nbsp;</strong></h2>

<p>The ploy, however, may not work immediately as Qureshi's son Zain Qureshi took to Twitter in the evening and posted a solidarity tweet saying the PTI vice chairman was firmly in Imran's corner.&nbsp;</p>

<p>“Makhdoom sahib is the vice chairman of the party and is the name of an ideology. We stand with the ideology of Tehreek-i-Insaf and Imran Khan. He [Shah Mehmood] has only done politics of principles and service, not position and greed," tweeted Qureshi.&nbsp;</p>

<p>There were rumours doing the rounds that Qureshi may leave the party as Pakistan's establishment continues to go after PTI biggies. However, after Qureshi was rearrested by Punjab Police last week, Imran deployed quick countermeasures.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The cricketer-turned-politician named Qureshi as his replacement in case he was arrested or disqualified by the authorities.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"I know that there is a plan to arrest me, disqualify me, or even kill me. If I am arrested or disqualified, Shah Mahmood Qureshi and Pervez Khattak will handle the [party] affairs," Khan was quoted as saying by Pakistani media.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"The time will soon change, and in the coming days, I will give a big surprise. There is no fight between me and the military," he added.</p>

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<p>Imran also added Qureshi to a negotiating team he has constituted to hold talks with the government.<strong>&nbsp;</strong>Pervez Khattak, Asad Qaiser, Haleem Adil Sheikh, Aun Abbasi, Murad Saeed, and Hammad Azhar are the others to have been named to the committee.</p>

<h2><strong>How long will Qureshi resist the urge?</strong></h2>

<p>Although it is unlikely that Qureshi may ditch Imran right now, nothing can be promised about the future, especially considering Pakistan's ever-evolving political landscape. Imran is quietly losing ground with party members jumping the ship and the Army-government nexus tightening the noose around his neck.</p>

<p>Experts say it will be interesting to observe how long Qureshi can hold the urge to kick Imran out of the party and assert total control. Losing Imran means Qureshi and his ilk may receive protection from the establishment, which, otherwise looks like a one-way battle.&nbsp;</p>

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Troubles continue to mount for Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaaf (PTI) chief Imran Khan. A group of PTI defectors led by Fawad Chaudhary met party vice chairman Shah Mehmood Qureshi in Adiala Jail on Wednesday and tried to convince him to desert the party and Imran, Pakistani media reported.

Troubles continue to mount for Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaaf (PTI) chief Imran Khan. A group of PTI defectors led by Fawad Chaudhary met party vice chairman Shah Mehmood Qureshi in Adiala Jail on Wednesday and tried to convince him to desert the party and Imran, Pakistani media reported. Chaudhary said he held a detailed meeting with Qureshi, adding that he had already met several of PTI's senior leadership. “We had a detailed meeting with Asad Umar, and also contacted Asad Qaiser, Farrukh Habib, Shahzad Wasim, Ali Zaidi, Hammad Azhar, Pervez Khattak and other leaders.” Rumours mills are abuzz with the speculation that Chaudhary is working on a ‘minus Imran’ formula and the meetings are a step in that direction only. WATCH | Imran Khan blames Pakistan Army chief Asim Munir for arrest Chaudhary quit the party last month after condemning the violent protests that transpired on May 9 following the PTI chief's arrest in an alleged corruption case. "After my earlier statement where I unequivocally condemned the 9th May incidents, I have decided to take a break from politics. Therefore, I have resigned from my party position and am parting ways with Imran Khan," Chaudhry wrote in a tweet. آج اڈیالہ جیل میں تحریک انصاف کے سابق رہنماؤں سے @SMQureshiPTI صاحب کی ملاقات پر میڈیا میں جو تاثر دیا جا رہا ہے میں اُسکی تردید کرتا ہوں۔ مخدوم صاحب پارٹی کے وائس چیئرمین ہیں اور@PTIofficial ایک نظریے کا نام ہے، ہم تحریک انصاف اور @ImranKhanPTI کے نظریے کے ساتھ کھڑے ہیں! شاہ… pic.twitter.com/P7d0OzrxCO — Zain Hussain Qureshi (@ZainHQ) May 31, 2023 × Imran has deployed countermeasures The ploy, however, may not work immediately as Qureshi's son Zain Qureshi took to Twitter in the evening and posted a solidarity tweet saying the PTI vice chairman was firmly in Imran's corner. “Makhdoom sahib is the vice chairman of the party and is the name of an ideology. We stand with the ideology of Tehreek-i-Insaf and Imran Khan. He [Shah Mehmood] has only done politics of principles and service, not position and greed," tweeted Qureshi. There were rumours doing the rounds that Qureshi may leave the party as Pakistan's establishment continues to go after PTI biggies. However, after Qureshi was rearrested by Punjab Police last week, Imran deployed quick countermeasures. The cricketer-turned-politician named Qureshi as his replacement in case he was arrested or disqualified by the authorities. "I know that there is a plan to arrest me, disqualify me, or even kill me. If I am arrested or disqualified, Shah Mahmood Qureshi and Pervez Khattak will handle the [party] affairs," Khan was quoted as saying by Pakistani media. "The time will soon change, and in the coming days, I will give a big surprise. There is no fight between me and the military," he added. ALSO READ | PTI chief Imran Khan names his 'replacements' in case he is arrested or disqualified Imran also added Qureshi to a negotiating team he has constituted to hold talks with the government. Pervez Khattak, Asad Qaiser, Haleem Adil Sheikh, Aun Abbasi, Murad Saeed, and Hammad Azhar are the others to have been named to the committee. How long will Qureshi resist the urge? Although it is unlikely that Qureshi may ditch Imran right now, nothing can be promised about the future, especially considering Pakistan's ever-evolving political landscape. Imran is quietly losing ground with party members jumping the ship and the Army-government nexus tightening the noose around his neck. Experts say it will be interesting to observe how long Qureshi can hold the urge to kick Imran out of the party and assert total control. Losing Imran means Qureshi and his ilk may receive protection from the establishment, which, otherwise looks like a one-way battle. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE:

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Imran Khan the former Prime Minister of Pakistan has been granted bail in the Al-Qadir case. The National Accountability Bureau(NAB) has put the new date as June 19th. The row is over a 530 million dollar land that was bought by a trust owned by Imran Khan and his wife. While on the way to the court, Imran Khan spoke exclusively to WION's Pakistan bureau chief Anas Malik, where he accused the government of demonizing the PTI party and branding them as a terror group to rule them out of politics altogether.

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