A day after being ousted from power, Imran Khan’s Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf staged a massive protest across Pakistan and abroad on Sunday in a show of strength.

The protest also reportedly took place in Dubai and London, where supporters of Imran Khan and former PM Nawaz Sharif confronted each other at the latter’s residence.

Thanking the supporters, Imran Khan tweeted, “Thank you to all Pakistanis for their amazing outpouring of support &amp; emotions to protest against US-backed regime change abetted by local Mir Jafars to bring into power a coterie of pliable crooks all out on bail. Shows Pakistanis at home &amp; abroad have emphatically rejected this.”

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Notably, Khan changed his Twitter bio to former prime minister.

In London, police were called in following a ruckus outside Nawaz Sharif’s house at Avenfield flats, where supporters of both the leaders clashed with each other and hurled abuses.

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Meanwhile&nbsp;back at home,&nbsp;PTI workers, holding flags of Pakistan, chanted slogans against the ouster of Khan during the demonstration, reported ARY News.

At a protest rally in Rawalpindi city, former minister Sheikh Rashid Ahmed said, "The whole nation is standing behind Imran Khan and today, in every city of Pakistan, people are on the streets against the imported government."

The protest comes a day ahead of the important voting that will take place in National Assembly where the new prime minister will be elected.

The battle for the premiership will take place between Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) president Shehbaz Sharif and former foreign minister Shah Mehmood Qureshi.

A day after being ousted from power, Imran Khan’s Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf staged a massive protest across Pakistan and abroad on Sunday in a show of strength. The protest also reportedly took place in Dubai and London, where supporters of Imran Khan and former PM Nawaz Sharif confronted each other at the latter’s residence.

A day after being ousted from power, Imran Khan’s Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf staged a massive protest across Pakistan and abroad on Sunday in a show of strength. The protest also reportedly took place in Dubai and London, where supporters of Imran Khan and former PM Nawaz Sharif confronted each other at the latter’s residence. Thanking the supporters, Imran Khan tweeted, “Thank you to all Pakistanis for their amazing outpouring of support & emotions to protest against US-backed regime change abetted by local Mir Jafars to bring into power a coterie of pliable crooks all out on bail. Shows Pakistanis at home & abroad have emphatically rejected this.” Thank you to all Pakistanis for their amazing outpouring of support & emotions to protest against US-backed regime change abetted by local Mir Jafars to bring into power a coterie of pliable crooks all out on bail. Shows Pakistanis at home & abroad have emphatically rejected this — Imran Khan (@ImranKhanPTI) April 10, 2022 × Notably, Khan changed his Twitter bio to former prime minister. In London, police were called in following a ruckus outside Nawaz Sharif’s house at Avenfield flats, where supporters of both the leaders clashed with each other and hurled abuses. Islamabad , you beauty. Entire Nation stands with Kaptaan! #امپورٹڈ_حکومت_نامنظور pic.twitter.com/JEjBbfAHpe — PTI (@PTIofficial) April 10, 2022 × Meanwhile back at home, PTI workers, holding flags of Pakistan, chanted slogans against the ouster of Khan during the demonstration, reported ARY News. At a protest rally in Rawalpindi city, former minister Sheikh Rashid Ahmed said, "The whole nation is standing behind Imran Khan and today, in every city of Pakistan, people are on the streets against the imported government." The protest comes a day ahead of the important voting that will take place in National Assembly where the new prime minister will be elected. The battle for the premiership will take place between Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) president Shehbaz Sharif and former foreign minister Shah Mehmood Qureshi.

After protest rallies across Pakistan and abroad, Imran Khan describes himself as former prime minister

Pakistan's political crisis and Army influence serve as a constant reminder to Pakistani leaders of India's strong democracy.&nbsp;

Since the beginning of the ongoing political crisis, Pakistani Prime Minister Imran Khan has repeatedly praised Indian democracy, foreign policy, and domestic politics.&nbsp;

Pakistan's opposition leaders are now educating him on India's healthy democracy and fair politics.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/live-pak-political-crisis-pm-imran-faces-no-confidence-vote-in-parliament-469510">LIVE: No-confidence motion: Pak assembly adjourned till 1pm</a>

PML(N) vice president Maryam Nawaz slammed Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan ahead of the no-confidence vote, citing India's outstanding example.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/threat-letter-shown-by-pm-imran-khan-was-drafted-by-pakistans-foreign-office-maryam-nawaz-468703">Also read | Threat letter shown by PM Imran Khan was drafted by Pakistan's foreign office: Maryam Nawaz&nbsp;</a>

Imran Khan's address to the country, in which he announced that he will not allow a "imported government" led by the opposition, prompted her reaction.&nbsp; 
 
On Friday night, she took to Twitter to remind out that no Indian prime minister facing a no-trust motion has broken the Constitution, democracy, or ethics.&nbsp;

Maryam Nawaz Tweeted in Urdu, "There were 27 no-confidence motions against the various prime ministers who were reciting the anthems of India. No one has played with the constitution, democracy and ethics. Vajpayee lost by one vote, went home - did not take the country, constitution and nation hostage like you (Imran Khan) !"

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There have been 27 no-confidence motions filed against Indian Prime Ministers so far, with three of them losing power: VP Singh, HD Deve Gowda, and Atal Bihari Vajpayee.

Vajpayee's case, where he calmly accepted defeat after losing by one vote, was mentioned by ex-PM Nawaz Sharif's daughter.&nbsp;

Imran Khan, who had been Prime Minister of Pakistan since 2018, was set to face a no-confidence vote on April 3rd, which he was expected to lose.

Instead, he skipped the polls, petitioned the President to dissolve Parliament, and warned the public that elections were imminent.

Finally on April 10, the no-confidence motion against PM Imran Khan was passed after 174 votes were polled in favour of it.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/no-trust-vote-against-imran-khan-heres-all-you-need-to-know-about-the-procedure-469533">Also read | No-trust vote against Imran Khan: Here's all you need to know about the procedure</a>

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Pakistan's political crisis and Army influence serve as a constant reminder to Pakistani leaders of India's strong democracy. Since the beginning of the ongoing political crisis, Pakistani Prime Minister Imran Khan has repeatedly praised Indian democracy, foreign policy, and domestic politics.

Pakistan's political crisis and Army influence serve as a constant reminder to Pakistani leaders of India's strong democracy. Since the beginning of the ongoing political crisis, Pakistani Prime Minister Imran Khan has repeatedly praised Indian democracy, foreign policy, and domestic politics. Pakistan's opposition leaders are now educating him on India's healthy democracy and fair politics. LIVE: No-confidence motion: Pak assembly adjourned till 1pm PML(N) vice president Maryam Nawaz slammed Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan ahead of the no-confidence vote, citing India's outstanding example. Also read | Threat letter shown by PM Imran Khan was drafted by Pakistan's foreign office: Maryam Nawaz Imran Khan's address to the country, in which he announced that he will not allow a "imported government" led by the opposition, prompted her reaction. On Friday night, she took to Twitter to remind out that no Indian prime minister facing a no-trust motion has broken the Constitution, democracy, or ethics. Maryam Nawaz Tweeted in Urdu, "There were 27 no-confidence motions against the various prime ministers who were reciting the anthems of India. No one has played with the constitution, democracy and ethics. Vajpayee lost by one vote, went home - did not take the country, constitution and nation hostage like you (Imran Khan) !" There have been 27 no-confidence motions filed against Indian Prime Ministers so far, with three of them losing power: VP Singh, HD Deve Gowda, and Atal Bihari Vajpayee. Vajpayee's case, where he calmly accepted defeat after losing by one vote, was mentioned by ex-PM Nawaz Sharif's daughter. Imran Khan, who had been Prime Minister of Pakistan since 2018, was set to face a no-confidence vote on April 3rd, which he was expected to lose. Instead, he skipped the polls, petitioned the President to dissolve Parliament, and warned the public that elections were imminent. Finally on April 10, the no-confidence motion against PM Imran Khan was passed after 174 votes were polled in favour of it. Also read | No-trust vote against Imran Khan: Here's all you need to know about the procedure (With inputs from agencies)

'Vajpayee lost by one vote but didn't violate constitution,': Maryam Nawaz tells Imran Khan

Imran Khan’s Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) lost the no-confidence vote on early Sunday in one of the most dramatic parliament proceedings witnessed in the history of Pakistan.

In the 342-member house, a majority of 174 MPs voted in favour of the resolution of vote of no-confidence against Imran Khan, and it was passed in the National Assembly.

Notably, Khan and the parliamentarians from his party were not present when the voting took place.

During the midnight drama, even before the no-confidence vote began, both National Assembly Speaker Asad Qaiser and Deputy Speaker Qasim Khan Suri resigned after meeting Khan, giving a major twist to an already topsy turvy parliament session.

Minutes after the session resumed, Qaiser announced, “I can't sit in the chair. I am resigning from the post.”

Immediately after that, parliamentarian Sardar Ayaz Sadiq took over the chair of the speaker and started conducting the no-trust vote, even as the PTI members walked out of the National Assembly.

After the voting concluded, Imran Khan and his personal staff left the Prime Minister's House, ending the three-and-a-half-years of a tumultuous premiership, marked by reported tiffs with Pakistan Army chief Bajwa, economic instability and high inflation.

Reacting to the unceremonious exit, former information minister Fawad Chaudhry, tweeted, “Sad day for Pakistan…Return of looters, a good man sent home.”

Meanwhile, a request has been made in the Islamabad High Court to put Imran Khan, Shah Mehmood Qureshi, and Fawad Chaudhary&nbsp;on the Exit Control List of Pakistan, effectively barring them from leaving the country, reports Geo News.

Also read |&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/as-paks-parliament-decides-pms-future-army-conducts-ballistic-missile-shaheen-iii-test-successfully-469776">As Pak’s Parliament decides PM’s future, army conducts Shaheen-III test</a>

Earlier in the day, the crucial session of Pakistan's Parliament was convened after the Supreme Court ruled against the deputy speaker and paved the way for no-confidence motion against Prime Minister Imran Khan.

It witnessed multiple adjournments, heated arguments, but the voting on&nbsp;no-confidence motion against Khan appeared to be a possibility before the end of the day.

The joint opposition comprising socialist, liberal and radically religious parties needed 172 members in the 342-member house to oust Khan.

They managed to muster the support of more than the needed strength with the help of some allies of the ruling coalition and rebels from Khan's PTI party.

The session began with the remarks of Leader of the Opposition and Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) president Shehbaz Sharif who hailed Thursday as a historic day in Pakistan's history when the Supreme Court rejected the deputy speaker's ruling.

He added that the apex court's decision had made the country's future "bright".

Also read |&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/no-trust-vote-imran-khans-pti-files-review-petition-against-sc-order-on-deputy-speakers-ruling-469702" hreflang="en">Imran Khan’s PTI files review petition against SC order on Dy Speaker’s ruling</a>

Meanwhile, Chief Justice of Pakistan opened the Supreme Court's doors at 12 am, after Qaiser did not allow&nbsp;voting on the no-confidence motion, reports Pakistan's Geo News quoting sources.

Pakistan Supreme Court’s bar association had filed a petition seeking contempt of charge against the speaker for not following the court’s mandates.

Meanwhile, Khan's PTI on Saturday filed a review petition in the Supreme Court challenging its decision to declare the ruling of the deputy speaker to dismiss the no-confidence resolution against the prime minister as unconstitutional.

The petition has urged the apex court to "review, recall and set aside" its order, "which is based on errors floating on the surface" and "the captioned causes be dismissed/discharged".&nbsp;

Watch |&nbsp;Pakistan Political Crisis Live Updates: Voting on no-confidence motion concludes

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Imran Khan’s Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) lost the no-confidence vote on early Sunday in one of the most dramatic parliament proceedings witnessed in the history of Pakistan.

Imran Khan’s Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) lost the no-confidence vote on early Sunday in one of the most dramatic parliament proceedings witnessed in the history of Pakistan. In the 342-member house, a majority of 174 MPs voted in favour of the resolution of vote of no-confidence against Imran Khan, and it was passed in the National Assembly. Notably, Khan and the parliamentarians from his party were not present when the voting took place. During the midnight drama, even before the no-confidence vote began, both National Assembly Speaker Asad Qaiser and Deputy Speaker Qasim Khan Suri resigned after meeting Khan, giving a major twist to an already topsy turvy parliament session. Minutes after the session resumed, Qaiser announced, “I can't sit in the chair. I am resigning from the post.” Immediately after that, parliamentarian Sardar Ayaz Sadiq took over the chair of the speaker and started conducting the no-trust vote, even as the PTI members walked out of the National Assembly. After the voting concluded, Imran Khan and his personal staff left the Prime Minister's House, ending the three-and-a-half-years of a tumultuous premiership, marked by reported tiffs with Pakistan Army chief Bajwa, economic instability and high inflation. Reacting to the unceremonious exit, former information minister Fawad Chaudhry, tweeted, “Sad day for Pakistan…Return of looters, a good man sent home.” Meanwhile, a request has been made in the Islamabad High Court to put Imran Khan, Shah Mehmood Qureshi, and Fawad Chaudhary on the Exit Control List of Pakistan, effectively barring them from leaving the country, reports Geo News. Also read | As Pak’s Parliament decides PM’s future, army conducts Shaheen-III test Earlier in the day, the crucial session of Pakistan's Parliament was convened after the Supreme Court ruled against the deputy speaker and paved the way for no-confidence motion against Prime Minister Imran Khan. It witnessed multiple adjournments, heated arguments, but the voting on no-confidence motion against Khan appeared to be a possibility before the end of the day. The joint opposition comprising socialist, liberal and radically religious parties needed 172 members in the 342-member house to oust Khan. They managed to muster the support of more than the needed strength with the help of some allies of the ruling coalition and rebels from Khan's PTI party. The session began with the remarks of Leader of the Opposition and Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) president Shehbaz Sharif who hailed Thursday as a historic day in Pakistan's history when the Supreme Court rejected the deputy speaker's ruling. He added that the apex court's decision had made the country's future "bright". Also read | Imran Khan’s PTI files review petition against SC order on Dy Speaker’s ruling Meanwhile, Chief Justice of Pakistan opened the Supreme Court's doors at 12 am, after Qaiser did not allow voting on the no-confidence motion, reports Pakistan's Geo News quoting sources. Pakistan Supreme Court’s bar association had filed a petition seeking contempt of charge against the speaker for not following the court’s mandates. Meanwhile, Khan's PTI on Saturday filed a review petition in the Supreme Court challenging its decision to declare the ruling of the deputy speaker to dismiss the no-confidence resolution against the prime minister as unconstitutional. The petition has urged the apex court to "review, recall and set aside" its order, "which is based on errors floating on the surface" and "the captioned causes be dismissed/discharged". Watch | Pakistan Political Crisis Live Updates: Voting on no-confidence motion concludes (With inputs from agencies)

With captain Imran Khan missing, PTI govt in Pakistan loses trust vote

After the National Assembly passed the no-confidence motion against the Imran Khan-led government on Sunday, the opposition party members hailed the achievement and noted that a “new chapter” is going to begin in Pakistan politics.

Immediately after the voting tally was announced, parliamentarian Sardar Ayaz Sadiq, who conducted the no-confidence session after Speaker Asad Qaiser resigned, noted that the absence of former prime minister Nawaz Sharif was felt by the opposition party members.

Leader of Opposition Shahbaz Sharif thanked every party member who voted to oust Imran Khan,&nbsp;saying that “the wishes of millions of people&nbsp;have been granted by the almighty”.

“We thank the people of Pakistan. Because of them, Pakistan will see a new chapter. We do miss Nawaz Sharif here,” he said.

Recalling the incident where the opposition party members were jailed months before the no-confidence voting, Sharif said, “These friends of ours have been sent to prison, and we will never forget it.”

Also read |&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/with-captain-imran-khan-missing-pti-govt-in-pakistan-loses-trust-vote-469824">With captain Imran Khan missing, PTI govt in Pakistan loses trust vote</a>

He asserted that the new government won’t take revenge on Khan, but noted that “law will take its own course”.

Bilawal Bhutto Zardari, the Chairperson of the Pakistan Peoples Party, heralded the era of “purana (old) Pakistan”, a tongue-in-cheek reference to Khan’s political slogan “naya (new) Pakistan.

He said, “I want to congratulate everyone. I have been a member of this house for 3-4 years… And I learn lot in these years. I want to tell the youth that nothing is impossible.”

In the 342-member house, 174 MPs voted in favour of the resolution of vote of no-confidence against Imran Khan, and it was passed by the National Assembly.

Also read |&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/the-35-tumultuous-years-of-imran-khans-premiership-from-build-up-to-aftermath-469427">3.5 tumultuous years of Imran Khan's premiership: From build-up to aftermath</a>

Notably, Khan and parliamentarians from his party were not present when the voting on no-confidence took place.

During the midnight drama, even before the no-confidence vote began, both National Assembly Speaker Asad Qaiser and Deputy Speaker Qasim Khan Suri resigned after meeting Khan, giving a major twist to an already topsy turvy parliament session.

Minutes after the session resumed, Qaiser announced, “I can't sit in the chair. I am resigning from the post.”

Immediately after that, parliamentarian Sardar Ayaz Sadiq took over the chair of the speaker and started conducting the no-trust vote, even as the PTI members walked out of the parliament.

According to reports, Imran Khan and his personal staff left the Prime Minister's House, ending the three-and-a-half-years of a tumultuous premiership, which was marked by reported tiffs with Pakistan Army chief Bajwa, economic instability and high inflation.

Meanwhile, a request has been made in the Islamabad High Court to put Imran Khan, Shah Mehmood Qureshi, and Fawad Chaudhary be put on the Exit Control List of Pakistan, effectively barring them from leaving the country, reports Geo News.

Watch |&nbsp;Pakistan Political Crisis Live Updates: Imran Khan moves into his personal residence

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After the National Assembly passed the no-confidence motion against the Imran Khan-led government on Sunday, the opposition party members hailed the achievement and noted that a “new chapter” is going to begin in Pakistan politics.

After the National Assembly passed the no-confidence motion against the Imran Khan-led government on Sunday, the opposition party members hailed the achievement and noted that a “new chapter” is going to begin in Pakistan politics. Immediately after the voting tally was announced, parliamentarian Sardar Ayaz Sadiq, who conducted the no-confidence session after Speaker Asad Qaiser resigned, noted that the absence of former prime minister Nawaz Sharif was felt by the opposition party members. Leader of Opposition Shahbaz Sharif thanked every party member who voted to oust Imran Khan, saying that “the wishes of millions of people have been granted by the almighty”. “We thank the people of Pakistan. Because of them, Pakistan will see a new chapter. We do miss Nawaz Sharif here,” he said. Recalling the incident where the opposition party members were jailed months before the no-confidence voting, Sharif said, “These friends of ours have been sent to prison, and we will never forget it.” Also read | With captain Imran Khan missing, PTI govt in Pakistan loses trust vote He asserted that the new government won’t take revenge on Khan, but noted that “law will take its own course”. Bilawal Bhutto Zardari, the Chairperson of the Pakistan Peoples Party, heralded the era of “purana (old) Pakistan”, a tongue-in-cheek reference to Khan’s political slogan “naya (new) Pakistan. He said, “I want to congratulate everyone. I have been a member of this house for 3-4 years… And I learn lot in these years. I want to tell the youth that nothing is impossible.” In the 342-member house, 174 MPs voted in favour of the resolution of vote of no-confidence against Imran Khan, and it was passed by the National Assembly. Also read | 3.5 tumultuous years of Imran Khan's premiership: From build-up to aftermath Notably, Khan and parliamentarians from his party were not present when the voting on no-confidence took place. During the midnight drama, even before the no-confidence vote began, both National Assembly Speaker Asad Qaiser and Deputy Speaker Qasim Khan Suri resigned after meeting Khan, giving a major twist to an already topsy turvy parliament session. Minutes after the session resumed, Qaiser announced, “I can't sit in the chair. I am resigning from the post.” Immediately after that, parliamentarian Sardar Ayaz Sadiq took over the chair of the speaker and started conducting the no-trust vote, even as the PTI members walked out of the parliament. According to reports, Imran Khan and his personal staff left the Prime Minister's House, ending the three-and-a-half-years of a tumultuous premiership, which was marked by reported tiffs with Pakistan Army chief Bajwa, economic instability and high inflation. Meanwhile, a request has been made in the Islamabad High Court to put Imran Khan, Shah Mehmood Qureshi, and Fawad Chaudhary be put on the Exit Control List of Pakistan, effectively barring them from leaving the country, reports Geo News. Watch | Pakistan Political Crisis Live Updates: Imran Khan moves into his personal residence (With inputs from agencies)

No-confidence motion passed: Oppn welcomes 'new chapter' in Pakistan politics

Foreign Minister Shah Mahmood Qureshi acknowledged that the Opposition has the right to file a no-confidence resolution under the Constitution, but that it is the government's job to defend itself against the motion.

He cited Prime Minister Imran Khan's April 8 address to the nation, saying that it is the obligation of all Pakistanis to uphold the Constitution, and that "even if we are upset with the Supreme Court's judgement, we will still abide by the verdict."&nbsp;

He added that "presenting the no-confidence vote is the opposition's right. Going against the Constitution was never on the cards. We have and we will always honour this Constitution: Shah Mahmood Qureshi in the National Assembly. "

"It's the constitutional right of the opposition to move a no-confidence motion against the government and it’s the government's duty to defend it," said Shah Mahmood Qureshi.

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"Unfortunately, Pakistan's history is littered with incidents of constitutional violations," Qureshi said.

He emphasised that the Constitution was flagrantly violated on October 12, 1999, and that when the issue was presented to the Supreme Court, the decisions made were illegal.

He stated that "today is April 3" according to the Supreme Court's decision, but that he does not want to go into the details of what happened last Sunday and how "all offices' doors were opened on a weekend."&nbsp;

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Foreign Minister Shah Mahmood Qureshi acknowledged that the Opposition has the right to file a no-confidence resolution under the Constitution, but that it is the government's job to defend itself against the motion.

Foreign Minister Shah Mahmood Qureshi acknowledged that the Opposition has the right to file a no-confidence resolution under the Constitution, but that it is the government's job to defend itself against the motion. He cited Prime Minister Imran Khan's April 8 address to the nation, saying that it is the obligation of all Pakistanis to uphold the Constitution, and that "even if we are upset with the Supreme Court's judgement, we will still abide by the verdict." He added that "presenting the no-confidence vote is the opposition's right. Going against the Constitution was never on the cards. We have and we will always honour this Constitution: Shah Mahmood Qureshi in the National Assembly. " "It's the constitutional right of the opposition to move a no-confidence motion against the government and it’s the government's duty to defend it," said Shah Mahmood Qureshi. LIVE: No-confidence motion: Pak assembly adjourned till 1pm The National Security Committee (NSC) also issued two directions, according to him: "They admit political intervention in Pakistan's internal affairs and have directed the foreign office to launch a demarche in both Islamabad and Washington. × "Unfortunately, Pakistan's history is littered with incidents of constitutional violations," Qureshi said. He emphasised that the Constitution was flagrantly violated on October 12, 1999, and that when the issue was presented to the Supreme Court, the decisions made were illegal. He stated that "today is April 3" according to the Supreme Court's decision, but that he does not want to go into the details of what happened last Sunday and how "all offices' doors were opened on a weekend." Also read | No-trust vote against Imran Khan: Here's all you need to know about the procedure (With inputs from agencies)

Pak foreign minister Qureshi raises 'foreign interference' during no-confidence motion debate

Prime Minister Imran Khan on Saturday is holding a special meeting of the Federal Cabinet even as the Parliament discusses no-confidence motion against his government.

The meeting is currently being held at the Prime Minister's House. Several senior cabinet members, including Pervez Khattak, Shah Mahmood Qureshi, Shireen Mazari, Murad Saeed, Shafqat Mahmood, Shaukat Tareen and are attending.

According to sources, the Federal Cabinet will most likely approve filing a reference against Chief Election Commissioner Sikandar Sultan Raja and seek to extend the session of Parliament under Article 254.

According to Article 254 of the Pakistan Constitution, “When any act or thing is required by the Constitution to be done within a particular period and it is not done within that period, the doing of the act or thing shall not be invalid or otherwise ineffective by reason only that it was not done within that period," reads Article 254.

After the cabinet approval, the prime minister is expected to send the reference for the advice of President Arif Ali, government sources said.

Meanwhile, a high-level meeting of the National Assembly Secretariat was held for consultation the on no-confidence motion, sources said.

The meeting was attended by Speaker Asad Qaiser, secretary and additional secretary, among other officials.

According to sources, Speaker Asad Qaiser has been advised to conduct the vote on no-confidence motion today (April 9) itself.

In the meeting, the speaker was reportedly told that the Supreme Court’s order to conduct no-trust vote has to be held.

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If the decision of the Supreme Court is not implemented, then the speaker runs the risk of being charged with treason as per Article 6 of the constitution.

“Any person who abrogates or subverts or suspends or holds in abeyance, or attempts or conspires to abrogate or subvert or suspend or hold in abeyance, the Constitution by use of force or show of force or by any other unconstitutional means shall be guilty of high treason,” reads Article 6.

Earlier in the day, sources said, the Speaker had directed the staff of the National Assembly Secretariat to be ready for voting.

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But he was reportedly barred from getting the vote done after pressure from the ministers, including Asad Umar.

Sources further claimed that Prime Minister Imran Khan had also ordered Asad Qaiser not to conduct the no-trust vote.

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Prime Minister Imran Khan on Saturday is holding a special meeting of the Federal Cabinet even as the Parliament discusses no-confidence motion against his government.

Prime Minister Imran Khan on Saturday is holding a special meeting of the Federal Cabinet even as the Parliament discusses no-confidence motion against his government. The meeting is currently being held at the Prime Minister's House. Several senior cabinet members, including Pervez Khattak, Shah Mahmood Qureshi, Shireen Mazari, Murad Saeed, Shafqat Mahmood, Shaukat Tareen and are attending. According to sources, the Federal Cabinet will most likely approve filing a reference against Chief Election Commissioner Sikandar Sultan Raja and seek to extend the session of Parliament under Article 254. According to Article 254 of the Pakistan Constitution, “When any act or thing is required by the Constitution to be done within a particular period and it is not done within that period, the doing of the act or thing shall not be invalid or otherwise ineffective by reason only that it was not done within that period," reads Article 254. After the cabinet approval, the prime minister is expected to send the reference for the advice of President Arif Ali, government sources said. Meanwhile, a high-level meeting of the National Assembly Secretariat was held for consultation the on no-confidence motion, sources said. The meeting was attended by Speaker Asad Qaiser, secretary and additional secretary, among other officials. According to sources, Speaker Asad Qaiser has been advised to conduct the vote on no-confidence motion today (April 9) itself. In the meeting, the speaker was reportedly told that the Supreme Court’s order to conduct no-trust vote has to be held. Also read | Fawad Chaudhry claims there is consensus across parties on holding polls If the decision of the Supreme Court is not implemented, then the speaker runs the risk of being charged with treason as per Article 6 of the constitution. “Any person who abrogates or subverts or suspends or holds in abeyance, or attempts or conspires to abrogate or subvert or suspend or hold in abeyance, the Constitution by use of force or show of force or by any other unconstitutional means shall be guilty of high treason,” reads Article 6. Earlier in the day, sources said, the Speaker had directed the staff of the National Assembly Secretariat to be ready for voting. Also read | Over fear of losing match, Imran Khan first captain to run away with wickets' But he was reportedly barred from getting the vote done after pressure from the ministers, including Asad Umar. Sources further claimed that Prime Minister Imran Khan had also ordered Asad Qaiser not to conduct the no-trust vote. Watch | Pakistan FM Qureshi: US warned Pakistan NSA ahead of Imran Khan's Moscow visit

PM Imran Khan holds special cabinet meet as parliament discusses no-confidence vote

Imran Khan’s Pakistan Tehreek-i-Insaf (PTI) party on Saturday filed a review petition against the Supreme Court’s April 7 order that set aside the deputy speaker’s ruling on no-confidence motion against the prime minister.

According to the Express Tribune newspaper, the PTI in its petition urged the SC to “review, recall and set aside the Impugned Order dated 07.04.2022 passed in the captioned cases which are based on errors floating on the surface, therefore, the impugned order may kindly be recalled and the captioned causes be dismissed/discharged".

The government’s counsel has further asked the top court to suspend its ruling against the deputy speaker, who had rejected the no-trust vote in the lower house of the parliament.

"That the Honourable Bench of the August Court, despite its open court announcement/directions, has erred by not rendering any decision in the Presidential Reference No.01/2022 filed under Article 186 of the Constitution which was being heard along with the captioned cases and is of paramount importance," added the review petition.

The petition also pointed out that the procedure for a no-trust vote was elaborately provided in the Constitution and, therefore, "the honourable apex court is not entitled to micro-manage the affairs of the Parliament".

On March 8, the joint opposition, especially the Pakistan Democratic Movement (PDM) and the Pakistan Peoples Party — had submitted the no-confidence motion against Imran Khan.

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In the subsequent days, Pakistan’s politics witnessed one of the most volatile days as parties and individuals, pledging alliance to Khan, switched over to the opposition.

Eventually, major allies of the ruling PTI — Balochistan Awami Party and Muttahida Qaumi Movement-Pakistan — deserted the government and joined the opposition ranks which led to PM Imran losing his majority in the lower house of parliament.

Currently, the National Assembly—the lower house of Pakistan’s parliament—is in the session to vote on a no-confidence motion against Imran Khan.

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Meanwhile, Khan has summoned a special meeting of the Federal Cabinet on Saturday.

According to reports, the meeting will be held at the Prime Minister&nbsp;s House at 9 pm (local time).

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(With inputs from agencies)

Imran Khan’s Pakistan Tehreek-i-Insaf (PTI) party on Saturday filed a review petition against the Supreme Court’s April 7 order that set aside the deputy speaker’s ruling on no-confidence motion against the prime minister.

Imran Khan’s Pakistan Tehreek-i-Insaf (PTI) party on Saturday filed a review petition against the Supreme Court’s April 7 order that set aside the deputy speaker’s ruling on no-confidence motion against the prime minister. According to the Express Tribune newspaper, the PTI in its petition urged the SC to “review, recall and set aside the Impugned Order dated 07.04.2022 passed in the captioned cases which are based on errors floating on the surface, therefore, the impugned order may kindly be recalled and the captioned causes be dismissed/discharged". The government’s counsel has further asked the top court to suspend its ruling against the deputy speaker, who had rejected the no-trust vote in the lower house of the parliament. "That the Honourable Bench of the August Court, despite its open court announcement/directions, has erred by not rendering any decision in the Presidential Reference No.01/2022 filed under Article 186 of the Constitution which was being heard along with the captioned cases and is of paramount importance," added the review petition. The petition also pointed out that the procedure for a no-trust vote was elaborately provided in the Constitution and, therefore, "the honourable apex court is not entitled to micro-manage the affairs of the Parliament". On March 8, the joint opposition, especially the Pakistan Democratic Movement (PDM) and the Pakistan Peoples Party — had submitted the no-confidence motion against Imran Khan. Also read | Vajpayee lost by one vote but didn't violate constitution: Maryam tells Imran In the subsequent days, Pakistan’s politics witnessed one of the most volatile days as parties and individuals, pledging alliance to Khan, switched over to the opposition. Eventually, major allies of the ruling PTI — Balochistan Awami Party and Muttahida Qaumi Movement-Pakistan — deserted the government and joined the opposition ranks which led to PM Imran losing his majority in the lower house of parliament. Currently, the National Assembly—the lower house of Pakistan’s parliament—is in the session to vote on a no-confidence motion against Imran Khan. Also read | Don't debate foreign plot, Speaker should follow SC order: Shahbaz Sharif Meanwhile, Khan has summoned a special meeting of the Federal Cabinet on Saturday. According to reports, the meeting will be held at the Prime Minister s House at 9 pm (local time). Watch | Pakistan Political crisis update: Imran Khan sticks to his conspiracy theory (With inputs from agencies)

No-trust vote: Imran Khan’s PTI files review petition against SC order on Deputy Speaker’s ruling