The outlawed radical Islamist party has managed to bend the Pakistan government. With day-long protests, violence, and threats, the Pakistani government has signed an agreement with a hard-line Islamists group in return for the end of protests.

Pakistan government bows down to outlawed group, TLP agrees to end violence

Pakistan’s government has reached an agreement with the outlawed far-right Tehreek-e-Labbaik Pakistan (TLP) party, putting an end to weeks-long protest that resulted in violent clashes.

TLP agrees to end weeks-long violent protest in Pakistan

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In order to end the nearly two-week-long impasse, the members of the negotiating team of the government claimed on Sunday that they reached an ‘agreement’ with the banned Tehreek-i-Labbaik Pakistan (TLP). The team, however, refused to divulge details. &nbsp;

At a press conference, Mufti Munibur Rehman announced, “The government of Pakistan and the TLP held detailed negotiations in an environment of mutual trust and an agreement has been reached between the two sides.” &nbsp;

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Rehman was accompanied by government’s negotiating team members Foreign Minister Shah Mahmood Qureshi, Minister of State for Parliamentary Affairs Ali Mohammad Khan and National Assembly Speaker Asad Qaiser. &nbsp;

Mufti Munib, who had facilitated the talks along with some other religious leaders in individual capacity, said the agreement had the backing of jailed TLP chief Saad Rizvi. &nbsp;&nbsp;

In the negotiations,&nbsp;Mufti Umair Al-Azhari, Allama Ghulam Abbas Faizi and Hafiz Hafeez participated from the TLP side, Munib added.

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A steering committee headed by Minister Ali Mohammad Khan, which also comprised Punjab Law Minister Raja Basharat, the federal interior secretary and Punjab home secretary and TLP representatives, Mufti Ghulam Ghous Baghdadi and Engineer Hafeezullah Alvi, would oversee the agreement’s implementation, he said. &nbsp;

At the presser, the TLP representatives were also present but they stayed silent. &nbsp;

Mufti Munib said the details of the agreement would be made public at an ‘appropriate time’. &nbsp;&nbsp;

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In order to end the nearly two-week-long impasse, the members of the negotiating team of the government claimed on Sunday that they reached an ‘agreement’ with the banned Tehreek-i-Labbaik Pakistan (TLP).

In order to end the nearly two-week-long impasse, the members of the negotiating team of the government claimed on Sunday that they reached an ‘agreement’ with the banned Tehreek-i-Labbaik Pakistan (TLP). The team, however, refused to divulge details. At a press conference, Mufti Munibur Rehman announced, “The government of Pakistan and the TLP held detailed negotiations in an environment of mutual trust and an agreement has been reached between the two sides.” Also Read: Taliban send envoy to Pakistan as 'diplomats' start work in capital city Islamabad Rehman was accompanied by government’s negotiating team members Foreign Minister Shah Mahmood Qureshi, Minister of State for Parliamentary Affairs Ali Mohammad Khan and National Assembly Speaker Asad Qaiser. Mufti Munib, who had facilitated the talks along with some other religious leaders in individual capacity, said the agreement had the backing of jailed TLP chief Saad Rizvi. In the negotiations, Mufti Umair Al-Azhari, Allama Ghulam Abbas Faizi and Hafiz Hafeez participated from the TLP side, Munib added. Also Read: National Bank of Pakistan gets hit by cyberattack, reports no financial loss A steering committee headed by Minister Ali Mohammad Khan, which also comprised Punjab Law Minister Raja Basharat, the federal interior secretary and Punjab home secretary and TLP representatives, Mufti Ghulam Ghous Baghdadi and Engineer Hafeezullah Alvi, would oversee the agreement’s implementation, he said. At the presser, the TLP representatives were also present but they stayed silent. Mufti Munib said the details of the agreement would be made public at an ‘appropriate time’. (With inputs from agencies)

To end impasse, Pakistan government, banned outfit TLP reach agreement

A Pakistan military court has convicted the son of a retired major general of the Pakistan Army to five years in prison, the convicted Hassan Askari, the son of Maj Gen (R) Zafar Mehdi Askari who has been charged with treason for asking Army Chief General Qamar Javed Bajwa to resign.

Hassan Askari charged with treason for questioning Army chief General Qamar Javed Bajwa's extension

The Indian cricket team is facing criticism and bashing from all corners after facing a shambolic eight-wicket defeat at the hands of New Zealand in their second Super 12 clash of the T20 World Cup 2021 on Sunday (October 31). While players are being trolled on social media, questions have been raised about the team's intent and body language in what was a disappointing outing for the Men in Blue against the Kiwis.

Asked to bat first in the must-win game, India got off to a stuttering start as they lost opener Ishan Kishan (3) cheaply before KL Rahul (18) and Rohit Sharma (14) also departed in quick succession. Captain Kohli too had an off day as he could only manage 9 runs off 17 balls before being sent back.

Hardik Pandya (23) and Ravindra Jadeja (26) then combined to take India to 110/7 in 20 overs. However, the low-key total proved a cakewalk for New Zealand as they chased it down within 14.3 overs to register a comprehensive win by eight wickets and push India on the brink of an early elimination from the tournament.

The Indian players have been facing intense criticism and are also being trolled for their poor show. Some have yet again crossed the limits on social media and have resorted to abusing the players and their families, blaming them for the team's loss.

Pakistan fast bowler Mohammad Amir has shared a heartwarming post for the Indian team, extending his support to the Indian players in a time of crisis. Amir said India still is one of the best teams and it is a matter of time while condemning the attack on players and their families.

"I still believe India is a best team its just a matter&nbsp;of having good time or bad time but abusing player's and their family is such a shame don't forget end of the day it's just a game of cricket," Amir said in a tweet.

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India's chances of making it to the top four have gone for a toss after back-to-back defeats against Pakistan and New Zealand in their first two matches respectively. The Kohli-led side will be determined to bounce back and win their next three matches by big margins to stand an outside chance of qualifying while their fate depends on the results of other teams as well. 
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The Indian cricket team is facing criticism and bashing from all corners after facing a shambolic eight-wicket defeat at the hands of New Zealand in their second Super 12 clash of the T20 World Cup 2021 on Sunday (October 31).

The Indian cricket team is facing criticism and bashing from all corners after facing a shambolic eight-wicket defeat at the hands of New Zealand in their second Super 12 clash of the T20 World Cup 2021 on Sunday (October 31). While players are being trolled on social media, questions have been raised about the team's intent and body language in what was a disappointing outing for the Men in Blue against the Kiwis. Asked to bat first in the must-win game, India got off to a stuttering start as they lost opener Ishan Kishan (3) cheaply before KL Rahul (18) and Rohit Sharma (14) also departed in quick succession. Captain Kohli too had an off day as he could only manage 9 runs off 17 balls before being sent back. Hardik Pandya (23) and Ravindra Jadeja (26) then combined to take India to 110/7 in 20 overs. However, the low-key total proved a cakewalk for New Zealand as they chased it down within 14.3 overs to register a comprehensive win by eight wickets and push India on the brink of an early elimination from the tournament. The Indian players have been facing intense criticism and are also being trolled for their poor show. Some have yet again crossed the limits on social media and have resorted to abusing the players and their families, blaming them for the team's loss. Pakistan fast bowler Mohammad Amir has shared a heartwarming post for the Indian team, extending his support to the Indian players in a time of crisis. Amir said India still is one of the best teams and it is a matter of time while condemning the attack on players and their families. "I still believe India is a best team its just a matter of having good time or bad time but abusing player's and their family is such a shame don't forget end of the day it's just a game of cricket," Amir said in a tweet. I still believe India is a best team its just a matter of having good time or bad time but abusing player's and their family is such a shame don't forget end of the day it's just a game of cricket. — Mohammad Amir (@iamamirofficial) November 1, 2021 × Also Read: 54 dot balls, 71 deliveries without a boundary: Shocking stats & numbers from India's flop show against NZ India's chances of making it to the top four have gone for a toss after back-to-back defeats against Pakistan and New Zealand in their first two matches respectively. The Kohli-led side will be determined to bounce back and win their next three matches by big margins to stand an outside chance of qualifying while their fate depends on the results of other teams as well.

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As the Taliban government is looking to get formal recognition by the international community after they&nbsp;seized power in Afghanistan, its 'diplomats' have started work in the Afghan embassy in Pakistan's capital, Islamabad and at Afghan consulates in other cities.&nbsp;

Pakistan's ambassador to Afghanistan Mansoor Ahmad Khan said that visas to the Taliban diplomats have also been issued. But he added that issuance of the visas does not mean recognition but "facilitation".&nbsp;

"These visas have been issued for facilitating consular work and visa facilities for Pakistanis visiting Afghanistan for humanitarian work and providing assistance to Afghan citizens in Pakistan, Issuance of the visas does not mean recognition but facilitation," said Mansoor Ahmad Khan, Pakistan's ambassador to Afghanistan.&nbsp;

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Sardar Muhammad Shokaib, who is also known as Mosa Farhad, has taken charge as the first secretary in the Afghan embassy in Islamabad. On the other hand, the Taliban have also appointed diplomats at Afghan consulates in Pakistan's three provincial capitals, Karachi, Peshawar and Quetta.&nbsp;

Hafiz Mohibullah, who is the official deployed in Peshawar, was formally introduced to the staff. He also assumed his duties Wednesday and would deal with consular affairs in lieu of the consul general.&nbsp;

Mullah Ghulam Rasool has been posted at Quetta, the capital of southwestern Balochistan province, while another senior Taliban leader, Mullah Muhammad Abbas, has been assigned to the Karachi consulate.&nbsp;

It is also important to note that Pakistan's Prime Minister Imran Khan's government has called on the world to engage with the Taliban and provide economic support to the aid-dependent country which has seen funding frozen by Western donors since the takeover.&nbsp;

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Meanwhile, the Taliban&nbsp;government is asking&nbsp;for the release of billions of dollars of central bank reserves as the nation faces a cash crunch, mass starvation and a new migration crisis.

Afghanistan parked billions of dollars in assets overseas with the US&nbsp;Federal Reserve and other central banks in Europe, but that money has been frozen since the they&nbsp;ousted the government in August and came into power.&nbsp;

A spokesman for the finance ministry said the government would respect human rights, including the education of women, as he sought fresh funds on top of humanitarian aid that he said offered only "small relief"

"The money belongs to the Afghan nation. Just give us our own money. Freezing this money is unethical and is against all international laws and values," ministry spokesman Ahmad Wali Haqmal told Reuters.

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As the Taliban government is looking to get formal recognition by the international community after they seized power in Afghanistan, its 'diplomats' have started work in the Afghan embassy in Pakistan's capital, Islamabad and at Afghan consulates in other cities.

As the Taliban government is looking to get formal recognition by the international community after they seized power in Afghanistan, its 'diplomats' have started work in the Afghan embassy in Pakistan's capital, Islamabad and at Afghan consulates in other cities. Pakistan's ambassador to Afghanistan Mansoor Ahmad Khan said that visas to the Taliban diplomats have also been issued. But he added that issuance of the visas does not mean recognition but "facilitation". "These visas have been issued for facilitating consular work and visa facilities for Pakistanis visiting Afghanistan for humanitarian work and providing assistance to Afghan citizens in Pakistan, Issuance of the visas does not mean recognition but facilitation," said Mansoor Ahmad Khan, Pakistan's ambassador to Afghanistan. ALSO READ | US slaps sanctions on Iran drone program ahead of nuclear talks Sardar Muhammad Shokaib, who is also known as Mosa Farhad, has taken charge as the first secretary in the Afghan embassy in Islamabad. On the other hand, the Taliban have also appointed diplomats at Afghan consulates in Pakistan's three provincial capitals, Karachi, Peshawar and Quetta. Hafiz Mohibullah, who is the official deployed in Peshawar, was formally introduced to the staff. He also assumed his duties Wednesday and would deal with consular affairs in lieu of the consul general. Mullah Ghulam Rasool has been posted at Quetta, the capital of southwestern Balochistan province, while another senior Taliban leader, Mullah Muhammad Abbas, has been assigned to the Karachi consulate. It is also important to note that Pakistan's Prime Minister Imran Khan's government has called on the world to engage with the Taliban and provide economic support to the aid-dependent country which has seen funding frozen by Western donors since the takeover. ALSO READ | US committed to help Taiwan defend itself: US official × Meanwhile, the Taliban government is asking for the release of billions of dollars of central bank reserves as the nation faces a cash crunch, mass starvation and a new migration crisis. Afghanistan parked billions of dollars in assets overseas with the US Federal Reserve and other central banks in Europe, but that money has been frozen since the they ousted the government in August and came into power. A spokesman for the finance ministry said the government would respect human rights, including the education of women, as he sought fresh funds on top of humanitarian aid that he said offered only "small relief" "The money belongs to the Afghan nation. Just give us our own money. Freezing this money is unethical and is against all international laws and values," ministry spokesman Ahmad Wali Haqmal told Reuters. (With inputs from agencies)

Taliban send envoy to Pakistan as 'diplomats' start work in capital city Islamabad

Imran Khan's government is offering talks to a banned Islamist group that is holding the country hostage. At least 19 people, including 8 cops, have been killed in the violence. Has the Pakistan government surrendered to Islamists? Palki Sharma tells you.

Gravitas: Islamists hold Pakistan hostage

The Taliban is trying its hands at diplomacy. 4 Talib 'diplomats' have been sent to Islamabad, Peshawar, Quetta & Karachi. Pakistan says their presence does not mean it has recognised the Taliban regime. Palki Sharma busts the hypocrisy.

Gravitas: The Taliban tries its hand at 'Diplomacy'

Islamabad is rejoicing. It has received $3 Billion in aid from Riyadh. But, money alone can't solve Imran Khan's problems. The Tehreek-E-Labbaik is running riot in the country. Protesters are marching towards Islamabad to corner the govt. Palki Sharma has a report.

Gravitas: Pakistan gets $3 Billion aid from Saudi Arabia

Taliban have assigned diplomats to start work in the Afghan embassy in Pakistan's capital Islamabad making it the first country where the Taliban have appointed diplomats from the new regime to run the embassy.

Taliban assigns diplomats to start work in the Afghan embassy

Taliban have assigned diplomats to start work in the Afghan embassy in Pakistan's Islamabad making it the first country where the Taliban have reopened the Afghanistan embassy after their takeover.

Taliban assigns diplomats to start work in Afghan embassy in Islamabad

Three Pakistani policemen were killed and 70 more wounded when supporters of a banned Islamist party TLP opened fire at a rally. WIO's Anas Mallick brings in more information.

Three policemen shot dead, 70 wounded at TLP rally in Pakistan

In fresh clashes with workers of the banned Tehreek-i-Labbaik Pakistan (TLP) in Lahore, three policemen were killed and several others hurt.

Three Pakistan policemen killed in clashes with TLP protesters

Pakistan is on the boil, paramilitary troops have been deployed in large numbers in a bid to disperse the anti-France rally being organized by the banned Islamist organization TLP.

Pakistan PM Imran Khan calls national security meet, paramilitary deployed to deter TLP

Saudi Arabia has agreed to provide $4.2 billion worth of assistance to cash-strapped Pakistan to support its economy. This came after Pak Prime Minister Imran Khan held talks with Saudi Prince Salman in Riyadh this week.

Saudi Arabia agrees to provide $4.2 bn in financial assistance to Pakistan

Pakistan PM Imran Khan has bowed down to Army chief Bajwa and approved the appointment of Lt. Gen Nadeem Anjum as the new ISI chief after a standoff over the appointment.

Pakistan: Imran Khan bows down to Pakistan army, approves new spymaster

Iran is all set to host the second round of foreign ministers' meet on Afghanistan, on Wednesday. Foreign ministers from regional neighbours of Afghan including Tajikistan, Uzbekistan, Turkmenistan, Pakistan and China besides hosts Iran and Russia are going to be present at the meeting.

Iran to host second round of foreign ministers' meet on Afghanistan

Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan has finally approved the appointment of lieutenant general Nadeem Ahmed Anjum as the new director-general of the Inter-Services Intelligence (ISI).

Pakistan PM Imran Khan surrenders to will of army, approves new spymaster

Pakistan's Prime Minister Imran Khan has surrendered to banned Islamist group Tehreek-e-Labbaik Pakistan. He has agreed to the group's demands. Pakistan's parliament will now be debating expelling the French Ambassador from the country. Palki Sharma brings you the details.

Gravitas: Imran Khan's deal with banned Islamist group

US media reports say Pakistan and America are set to sign a deal for using Pakistani airspace. Why is Joe Biden trusting Pakistan again after their betrayal in Afghanistan? What's in it for Islamabad? Palki Sharma tells you.

Gravitas: Will Pakistan let America use their airspace?

Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan and Chinese President Xi Jinping on Tuesday agreed to further bolster their bilateral ties, including full realisation of the potential offered by the Phase-II of the Free Trade Agreement to overcome the economic headwinds.

The two leaders reviewed the bilateral ties and cooperation during a telephonic conversation Prime Minister Imran had with President Xi, the Pakistan PM Office said in a statement.

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Khan was appreciative of China's successful containment of the <a href="https://www.wionews.com/topics/coronavirus">COVID-19</a> pandemic as well as the relief measures to developing countries, including the vaccine cooperation with Pakistan, it said.

Taking stock of the negative impact of COVID-19 on the global economy, the two leaders agreed on further strengthening bilateral economic and commercial ties, including full realisation of the potential offered by the Phase-II of the China-Pakistan Free Trade Agreement, to overcome the economic headwinds,&nbsp;it said.

The Prime Minister has lauded the successful, timely and high-quality implementation of the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC) projects, and welcomed Chinese investments in the CPEC Special Economic Zones.

He also stressed that early start of work on the ML-1 railway project would complement Pakistan's geo-economics vision for national and regional development.

The two leaders agreed to promote CPEC's green development as a high-quality demonstration of China's Belt and Road Initiative.

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The ambitious CPEC was launched in 2015 when President Xi visited Pakistan.&nbsp;It aims to connect western China with the Gwadar seaport in southwestern Pakistan through a network of roads, railways and other projects of infrastructure and development.

While acknowledging China taking the lead role in combating <a href="https://www.wionews.com/topics/climate-change">climate change</a>, Khan also briefed President Xi&nbsp;on Pakistan's wide-ranging measures undertaken for climate change mitigation and adaptation, including the Ten Billion Tree Tsunami initiative, a landmark project supported by the United Nations Environment Programme&nbsp;which sets out to plant ten billion trees by 2023.

The discussion also veered towards <a href="https://www.wionews.com/topics/afghanistan">Afghanistan</a>. The two leaders called on the international community to provide immediate humanitarian and economic assistance as well as continued engagement required for rebuilding the war-torn nation.

The Prime Minister also stressed the need to continue with the momentum of high-level exchanges to further diversify. All Weather Strategic Cooperative Partnership&nbsp;between the two countries.

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Through the course of the conversation, Khan congratulated President Xi on the centenary of the Communist Party of China, the unprecedented victory in the Chinese people's battle to eradicate poverty.

The two leaders also felicitated each other on the 70th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between Pakistan and China, and reviewed the gamut of their bilateral strategic cooperative partnership.

Khan has also extended an invitation to Xi to visit Pakistan at his early convenience.

Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan and Chinese President Xi Jinping on Tuesday agreed to further bolster their bilateral ties, including full realisation of the potential offered by the Phase-II of the Free Trade Agreement to overcome the economic headwinds.

Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan and Chinese President Xi Jinping on Tuesday agreed to further bolster their bilateral ties, including full realisation of the potential offered by the Phase-II of the Free Trade Agreement to overcome the economic headwinds. The two leaders reviewed the bilateral ties and cooperation during a telephonic conversation Prime Minister Imran had with President Xi, the Pakistan PM Office said in a statement. Also read | Pakistan rejects reports of agreement with US to conduct air operations in Afghanistan Khan was appreciative of China's successful containment of the COVID-19 pandemic as well as the relief measures to developing countries, including the vaccine cooperation with Pakistan, it said. Taking stock of the negative impact of COVID-19 on the global economy, the two leaders agreed on further strengthening bilateral economic and commercial ties, including full realisation of the potential offered by the Phase-II of the China-Pakistan Free Trade Agreement, to overcome the economic headwinds, it said. The Prime Minister has lauded the successful, timely and high-quality implementation of the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC) projects, and welcomed Chinese investments in the CPEC Special Economic Zones. He also stressed that early start of work on the ML-1 railway project would complement Pakistan's geo-economics vision for national and regional development. The two leaders agreed to promote CPEC's green development as a high-quality demonstration of China's Belt and Road Initiative. Also read | After T20 WC win, Pakistan PM Imran Khan takes a dig at India over improving ties The ambitious CPEC was launched in 2015 when President Xi visited Pakistan. It aims to connect western China with the Gwadar seaport in southwestern Pakistan through a network of roads, railways and other projects of infrastructure and development. While acknowledging China taking the lead role in combating climate change, Khan also briefed President Xi on Pakistan's wide-ranging measures undertaken for climate change mitigation and adaptation, including the Ten Billion Tree Tsunami initiative, a landmark project supported by the United Nations Environment Programme which sets out to plant ten billion trees by 2023. The discussion also veered towards Afghanistan. The two leaders called on the international community to provide immediate humanitarian and economic assistance as well as continued engagement required for rebuilding the war-torn nation. The Prime Minister also stressed the need to continue with the momentum of high-level exchanges to further diversify. All Weather Strategic Cooperative Partnership between the two countries. Also Read | Pakistan fails to convince WB, IMF to resume $6 billion extended loan facility Through the course of the conversation, Khan congratulated President Xi on the centenary of the Communist Party of China, the unprecedented victory in the Chinese people's battle to eradicate poverty. The two leaders also felicitated each other on the 70th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between Pakistan and China, and reviewed the gamut of their bilateral strategic cooperative partnership. Khan has also extended an invitation to Xi to visit Pakistan at his early convenience.

Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan dials Chinese President Xi; vows to boost bilateral, economic ties

The Imran Khan government in Pakistan has bowed down to the demands of hardline Islamists. Pakistan will now drop all charges against the chief of terror organization TLP.

Pakistan: Charges against TLP chief to be dropped by Imran Khan government

Pakistan to drop charges against TLP Chief, Imran Khan bows down to hardline Islamists?

Pakistan’s Minister of Information and Broadcasting Fawad Chaudhry has made some bizarre claims about the popularity of his country’s cricket captain-turned-Prime Minister Imran Khan in India.

"Imran Khan is very popular in India. If he holds a rally in Delhi today, it will be bigger than PM Modi's," Chaudhry said in remarks during a press interaction in Dubai ahead of the India-Pakistan T20 World Cup clash in the city.&nbsp;

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The video of the remarks has gone viral and attracted some wild reactions.&nbsp;

The minister made the comment while giving a&nbsp;press conference on Saturday at the Pakistani consulate in Dubai ahead of&nbsp;the India-Pakistan cricket clash on Sunday.

He said everyone wants Babar Azam and his men to defeat Virat Kohli’s team. “We all want Pakistan to defeat India and give (something) to celebrate.”&nbsp;

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The minister's remarks come as Pakistan is embroiled in turmoil caused by price rise, banned Tehreek-i-Labbaik Pakistan (TLP) protesters, etc. At the press briefing, the minister made all attempts to deviate the attention of the citizens of Pakistan.&nbsp;&nbsp;

What one can speculate from the current situation in Pakistan at the moment is that the Prime Minister’s popularity in the home country seems to have nosedived. &nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;

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In the video, the minister pins the blame of worsening relations between India and Pakistan on PM Narendra Modi.&nbsp;

The video attracted numerous hilarious comments, posts, etc.

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A user, while posting the video, said, “First results of govt's bhang policy.” &nbsp;

Imran Khan was the captain of the Pakistan cricket team when it lifted the World Cup in 1992.&nbsp;

Current captain Babar Azam said on Saturday that Khan had interacted with the team ahead of the T20 World Cup.

"He had shared his experience, about what was his mindset in the 1992 World Cup, what was his and the team's body language," Babar said.

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Pakistan’s Minister of Information and Broadcasting Fawad Chaudhry has made some bizarre claims about the popularity of his country’s cricket captain-turned-Prime Minister Imran Khan in India.

Pakistan’s Minister of Information and Broadcasting Fawad Chaudhry has made some bizarre claims about the popularity of his country’s cricket captain-turned-Prime Minister Imran Khan in India. "Imran Khan is very popular in India. If he holds a rally in Delhi today, it will be bigger than PM Modi's," Chaudhry said in remarks during a press interaction in Dubai ahead of the India-Pakistan T20 World Cup clash in the city. Imran Khan is very popular in India. If he holds a rally in Delhi today, it will be a bigger than PM Modi's: Fawad Chaudhry. First results of govt's bhang policy. pic.twitter.com/WPsCvpdGbQ — Naila Inayat (@nailainayat) October 23, 2021 × The video of the remarks has gone viral and attracted some wild reactions. The minister made the comment while giving a press conference on Saturday at the Pakistani consulate in Dubai ahead of the India-Pakistan cricket clash on Sunday. He said everyone wants Babar Azam and his men to defeat Virat Kohli’s team. “We all want Pakistan to defeat India and give (something) to celebrate.” Also Read: In clashes with TLP protesters, 3 cops killed, many hurt in Pakistan’s Lahore The minister's remarks come as Pakistan is embroiled in turmoil caused by price rise, banned Tehreek-i-Labbaik Pakistan (TLP) protesters, etc. At the press briefing, the minister made all attempts to deviate the attention of the citizens of Pakistan. What one can speculate from the current situation in Pakistan at the moment is that the Prime Minister’s popularity in the home country seems to have nosedived. People arriving at Imran Khan’s Delhi jalsa. pic.twitter.com/g4jvPH7pp3 — Naila Inayat (@nailainayat) October 23, 2021 × In the video, the minister pins the blame of worsening relations between India and Pakistan on PM Narendra Modi. The video attracted numerous hilarious comments, posts, etc. Also Read: Indian travel blogger killed in Mexico gang shootout A user, while posting the video, said, “First results of govt's bhang policy.” Imran Khan was the captain of the Pakistan cricket team when it lifted the World Cup in 1992. Current captain Babar Azam said on Saturday that Khan had interacted with the team ahead of the T20 World Cup. "He had shared his experience, about what was his mindset in the 1992 World Cup, what was his and the team's body language," Babar said. (With inputs from agencies)

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The Pakistani delegation that was in Washington since October 4 to attend annual meetings of the World Bank and the International Monetary Fund (IMF), has failed to convince the latter and secure an arrangement for resumption of a $6 billion extended loan facility.

The high level delegation, led by the then Finance Minister and current advisor to the Prime Minister on finance Shaukat Tarin, Finance Secretary Yousaf Khan, State Bank Governor Raza Baqir and other senior officials, had detailed deliberations with the IMF.

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However, the economic reform proposal and plan, which the delegation tabled in front of the IMF, did not convince them to resume the Extended Fund Facility (EFF).

It was later revealed that the IMF would be issuing a statement, explaining how the fund's economic reform programme, which includes the $6 billion loan, can be revived.

Pakistan government officials maintain that the talks with the IMF are still on tract, expressing hopes that it would be making the announcement of resumption of the programme.

Pakistan was facilitated with the $6 billion bailout package in May 2019, when the country reached an agreement with the IMF after difficult negotiations.

The 39-month bailout programme puts strict bindings on Pakistan to ensure increased tax collection and economic reforms, review of which by the IMF is part of the mutual understanding.

The agreement demands reduction in domestic and external imbalance, removing hurdles in growth, increasing transparency and strengthening social spending.

The bailout agreement was put on hold in January 2020, when the Imran Khan led government refrained from increasing taxes on electricity and also add on more taxes.

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As per sources, the IMF expects Pakistan to increase per unit per of electricity by at least 4.95 PKR and impose taxes worth 150 billion PKR.

On the other hand, Pakistan government maintains that increasing tarrifs and taxes would only increase inflation in the country, which is already damaging the government`s reputation as livelihood of locals is moving from bad to worse.

However, the IMF has reminded Pakistan of the terms and conditions, it had agreed in the original agreement of 2019, which was supported by its ambitious macroeconomic and structural reform agenda for three years.

Inflation in Pakistan is taking a serious toll on the lives of the locals as the income of a household has fallen by at least 35 per cent while the cost of living under basic facilities of food and shelter has surged by 40 to 50 per cent.

The recent increase in fuel prices, followed by increase in per unit price of electricity and gas, has now started to damage the public support Prime Minister Imran Khan enjoyed.

Experts say that this damage may show its effects against the sitting government during the next general elections.

The Pakistani delegation that was in Washington since October 4 to attend annual meetings of the World Bank and the International Monetary Fund (IMF), has failed to convince the latter and secure an arrangement for resumption of a $6 billion extended loan facility.

The Pakistani delegation that was in Washington since October 4 to attend annual meetings of the World Bank and the International Monetary Fund (IMF), has failed to convince the latter and secure an arrangement for resumption of a $6 billion extended loan facility. The high level delegation, led by the then Finance Minister and current advisor to the Prime Minister on finance Shaukat Tarin, Finance Secretary Yousaf Khan, State Bank Governor Raza Baqir and other senior officials, had detailed deliberations with the IMF. Also Read | FATF puts Turkey on 'grey list'; Pakistan to remain on 'grey list' However, the economic reform proposal and plan, which the delegation tabled in front of the IMF, did not convince them to resume the Extended Fund Facility (EFF). It was later revealed that the IMF would be issuing a statement, explaining how the fund's economic reform programme, which includes the $6 billion loan, can be revived. Pakistan government officials maintain that the talks with the IMF are still on tract, expressing hopes that it would be making the announcement of resumption of the programme. Pakistan was facilitated with the $6 billion bailout package in May 2019, when the country reached an agreement with the IMF after difficult negotiations. The 39-month bailout programme puts strict bindings on Pakistan to ensure increased tax collection and economic reforms, review of which by the IMF is part of the mutual understanding. The agreement demands reduction in domestic and external imbalance, removing hurdles in growth, increasing transparency and strengthening social spending. The bailout agreement was put on hold in January 2020, when the Imran Khan led government refrained from increasing taxes on electricity and also add on more taxes. Also Read | Pakistan's unending economic crisis: Imran govt needs $51.6 billion external financing over two year period As per sources, the IMF expects Pakistan to increase per unit per of electricity by at least 4.95 PKR and impose taxes worth 150 billion PKR. On the other hand, Pakistan government maintains that increasing tarrifs and taxes would only increase inflation in the country, which is already damaging the government`s reputation as livelihood of locals is moving from bad to worse. However, the IMF has reminded Pakistan of the terms and conditions, it had agreed in the original agreement of 2019, which was supported by its ambitious macroeconomic and structural reform agenda for three years. Inflation in Pakistan is taking a serious toll on the lives of the locals as the income of a household has fallen by at least 35 per cent while the cost of living under basic facilities of food and shelter has surged by 40 to 50 per cent. The recent increase in fuel prices, followed by increase in per unit price of electricity and gas, has now started to damage the public support Prime Minister Imran Khan enjoyed. Experts say that this damage may show its effects against the sitting government during the next general elections.

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