The Pakistani military and civilian government have recently signaled that former Prime Minister Imran Khan, who has been imprisoned since August last year, could soon face trial in the country’s secretive military courts.

Imran Khan's Military Trial: Pakistan Government Is Yet To Make A Decision

Amid police raids, arrests of party leaders and workers, and impositions of stringent conditions, the PTI staged a sizeable public rally at the Cattle Market Kahna on the outskirts of Lahore. The PTI power show was permitted after a deadlock between the party and the Punjab government ended late last night; the former was permitted to hold the rally, subject to compliance with 43 conditions.

Pakistan Tehreek-E-Insaf's (PTI) power show concludes in Lahore

The Lahore administration on Friday permitted Imran Khan's PTI to hold its rally in the provincial capital tomorrow from 3-6 pm at Ring Road’s Kahna area, subject to compliance with 43 conditions.

Pakistan: Lahore Administration Permits Imran Khan's PTI to Hold Rally at Ring Road

Pakistan: Imran Khan's PTI gets go-ahead to hold rally from Lahore administration

Imran Khan’s Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) party is gearing up for a high-stakes 'Do or Die' rally. The former Prime Minister has urged supporters to come out in large numbers, emphasizing the critical importance of this event for the party's future.

Ex-Pakistan PM Imran Khan's PTI Plans 'Do or Die' Rally, Calls for Massive Support

Founder of PTI, Imran Khan, has boldly announced that the upcoming Lahore rally will be a “do or die” moment for the party, warning that if the rally is obstructed, they will fill the jails in protest.

Pakistan: Imran Khan-Led PTI to Hold 'Do or Die' Rally

Pakistani police on Monday (Sept 9) arrested several top leaders of Imran Khan's Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) party following clashes between protesters and law enforcement near a rally demanding Khan's release.

Among those detained were Barrister Gohar Khan, the PTI chairperson, Sher Afzal Khan Marwat, and Advocate Shoaib Shaheen. Video footage circulated online showed police taking the PTI president from his vehicle.&nbsp;

PTI stated that other senior members were also arrested, but did not specify the total number.

<h2>The protest&nbsp;</h2>

The arrests came after a Sunday protest where tens of thousands of PTI supporters gathered peacefully in Islamabad, demanding the release of Imran Khan, who has been imprisoned for nearly a year following a graft case conviction.&nbsp;

Violence erupted a mile from the protest site, leaving several police officers injured.&nbsp;

Also read |&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/pakistan-army-hints-at-military-trial-for-jailed-former-pm-imran-khan-756404">Pakistan Army hints at military trial for jailed former PM Imran Khan</a>

PTI leaders, at the rally reportedly threatened to forcefully free Khan if he was not released within two weeks.&nbsp;

Authorities announced that charges would be brought against Ali Amin Gandapur for inciting violence. However, as per an AP report, his whereabouts remain unclear. His spokesperson told local media that they had lost contact with Gandapur, the top elected official in the northwestern Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province.

<h2>PTI denounces arrests</h2>

PTI condemned the arrests and said they were an attack on democracy.&nbsp;

Referring to the Marwat's arrest, it said on X: "PMLN government should be completely ashamed of this step against a sitting MNA."

"This must be considered a direct attack on democracy."

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Speaker NA, tout PMLN government should be completely ashamed of this step against sitting MNA. This must be considered a direct attack on democracy. 
 
The Islamabad Police has not only carried out illegal orders, but also insulted whole Parliament. 
 
IG Islamabad MUST stop this… <a href="https://t.co/iMQEIY454e">https://t.co/iMQEIY454e</a>
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In another post, the PTI condemned the "illegal" arrest of party chairperson Gohar and said that it was "a moment of shame for entire parliament, as this must be considered a direct attack on the remaining democracy in Pakistan."

Also read |&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/pakistani-army-officially-accepts-role-in-1999-kargil-war-756652">Pakistani Army officially accepts role in 1999 Kargil War</a>

"Speaker NA should be ashamed for allowing such disrespect of parliament. Pakistan has descended further into the undeclared Martial Law," it added.

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Speaker NA should be ashamed for allowing… <a href="https://t.co/EMKO85758K">pic.twitter.com/EMKO85758K</a>
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A statement on Marwat's account said that the arrests "once again proved how afraid it (the State) is of (Imran) Khan and his soldiers!"

"Remember that the person they are dragging this badly is not a terrorist or murderer. His only sin is that he considers Imran Khan his mentor, raises his voice for the poor, raises his voice for Pakistan, talks about the supremacy of democracy, the freedom of Pakistanis, and rule of law!"

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ریاست نے ایک بار پھر ثابت کر دیا کہ وہ خان اور خان کے سپاہیوں سے کتنی خوفزدہ ہے! 
🚨🚨* نہتےشیر افضل مروت گرفتاری کے مناظر۔۔!!*🚨🚨 
یاد رہے کہ جس انسان کو یہ اس بری طرح سے گھسیٹ رہے ہیں یہ کوئی ٹیرورسٹ یا قاتل نہیں ہے! اس کا صرف اور صرف یہ گناہ ہے کہ یہ عمران خان کو اپنا مرشد… <a href="https://t.co/abnhNlsvJU">pic.twitter.com/abnhNlsvJU</a>
— Sher Afzal Khan Marwat (@sherafzalmarwat) <a href="https://twitter.com/sherafzalmarwat/status/1833170902147596551?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">September 9, 2024</a></blockquote>
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Opposition leader Omar Ayub Khan, alleged that he and other PTI members were also targeted for arrest.&nbsp;

"This fascist regime and its backers have gone completely mad," he wrote in a statement on X, adding "Just found out that they have included my name along with Zartaj Gul sahiba and other colleagues in 2 additional FIRs. Islamabad Police teams have been made for our arrests."

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Just found out that they have included my name along with Zartaj Gul sahiba and other colleagues in 2 additional FIRs.…
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The Islamabad High Court Bar Association also denounced the arrests of Barrister Gohar and other PTI-affiliated lawyers and called for their immediate release.

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(With inputs from agencies)

Pakistani police on Monday (Sept 9) arrested several top leaders of Imran Khan's Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) party following clashes between protesters and law enforcement near a rally demanding Khan's release.

Pakistani police on Monday (Sept 9) arrested several top leaders of Imran Khan's Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) party following clashes between protesters and law enforcement near a rally demanding Khan's release. Among those detained were Barrister Gohar Khan, the PTI chairperson, Sher Afzal Khan Marwat, and Advocate Shoaib Shaheen. Video footage circulated online showed police taking the PTI president from his vehicle. PTI stated that other senior members were also arrested, but did not specify the total number. The protest The arrests came after a Sunday protest where tens of thousands of PTI supporters gathered peacefully in Islamabad, demanding the release of Imran Khan, who has been imprisoned for nearly a year following a graft case conviction. Violence erupted a mile from the protest site, leaving several police officers injured. Also read | Pakistan Army hints at military trial for jailed former PM Imran Khan PTI leaders, at the rally reportedly threatened to forcefully free Khan if he was not released within two weeks. Authorities announced that charges would be brought against Ali Amin Gandapur for inciting violence. However, as per an AP report, his whereabouts remain unclear. His spokesperson told local media that they had lost contact with Gandapur, the top elected official in the northwestern Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province. PTI denounces arrests PTI condemned the arrests and said they were an attack on democracy. Referring to the Marwat's arrest, it said on X: "PMLN government should be completely ashamed of this step against a sitting MNA." "This must be considered a direct attack on democracy." Speaker NA, tout PMLN government should be completely ashamed of this step against sitting MNA. This must be considered a direct attack on democracy. The Islamabad Police has not only carried out illegal orders, but also insulted whole Parliament. IG Islamabad MUST stop this… https://t.co/iMQEIY454e — PTI (@PTIofficial) September 9, 2024 × In another post, the PTI condemned the "illegal" arrest of party chairperson Gohar and said that it was "a moment of shame for entire parliament, as this must be considered a direct attack on the remaining democracy in Pakistan." Also read | Pakistani Army officially accepts role in 1999 Kargil War "Speaker NA should be ashamed for allowing such disrespect of parliament. Pakistan has descended further into the undeclared Martial Law," it added. Chairman PTI Barrister Gohar has been illegally arrested from Parliament premises by Islamabad Police. This is a moment of shame for entire Parliament, as this MUST be considered a direct attack on the remaining democracy in Pakistan. Speaker NA should be ashamed for allowing… pic.twitter.com/EMKO85758K — PTI (@PTIofficial) September 9, 2024 × A statement on Marwat's account said that the arrests "once again proved how afraid it (the State) is of (Imran) Khan and his soldiers!" "Remember that the person they are dragging this badly is not a terrorist or murderer. His only sin is that he considers Imran Khan his mentor, raises his voice for the poor, raises his voice for Pakistan, talks about the supremacy of democracy, the freedom of Pakistanis, and rule of law!" ریاست نے ایک بار پھر ثابت کر دیا کہ وہ خان اور خان کے سپاہیوں سے کتنی خوفزدہ ہے! 🚨🚨* نہتےشیر افضل مروت گرفتاری کے مناظر۔۔!!*🚨🚨 یاد رہے کہ جس انسان کو یہ اس بری طرح سے گھسیٹ رہے ہیں یہ کوئی ٹیرورسٹ یا قاتل نہیں ہے! اس کا صرف اور صرف یہ گناہ ہے کہ یہ عمران خان کو اپنا مرشد… pic.twitter.com/abnhNlsvJU — Sher Afzal Khan Marwat (@sherafzalmarwat) September 9, 2024 × Opposition leader Omar Ayub Khan, alleged that he and other PTI members were also targeted for arrest. "This fascist regime and its backers have gone completely mad," he wrote in a statement on X, adding "Just found out that they have included my name along with Zartaj Gul sahiba and other colleagues in 2 additional FIRs. Islamabad Police teams have been made for our arrests." This Fascist Regime and it's backers have gone completely mad. Condemn the arrest of Barrister Gohar Ali Khan sahib, Shoaib Shaheen and Sher Afzal Marwat. Just found out that they have included my name along with Zartaj Gul sahiba and other colleagues in 2 additional FIRs.… — Omar Ayub Khan (@OmarAyubKhan) September 9, 2024 × The Islamabad High Court Bar Association also denounced the arrests of Barrister Gohar and other PTI-affiliated lawyers and called for their immediate release. اسلام آباد ہائیکورٹ بار کی جانب سے شیر افضل خان مروت اور ایڈووکیٹ شعیب شاہین کی گرفتاری کی بھرپور مذمت۔ pic.twitter.com/nfestruaJo — Ali Ijaz Buttar (@aliijazbuttar) September 9, 2024 × (With inputs from agencies)

'Direct attack' on democracy: Pakistan police arrests top PTI leaders, Imran Khan supporters in Islamabad

Top leaders of former jailed prime minister Imran Khan's PTI party were arrested by Pakistani police on Monday from outside Parliament House following a National Assembly session, according to media reports.

Pakistan: Top leaders of Imran Khan's PTI arrested outside parliament

In advance of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf's (PTI) public meeting on September 8, the Islamabad government of Pakistan would close all internal and exterior roads through the nation's capital city by midnight on Saturday and Sunday.

Pakistan Protest: Roads blocked, containers placed on highway ahead of PTI jalsa

Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) founder and former Pakistani Prime Minister Imran Khan approached the Islamabad High Court (IHC) on Tuesday against the possible military custody for the military court trial.

Pakistan: Imran khan moves Islamabad High Court against military custody

The Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) has taken significant action by cancelling the registrations of 39 stock brokers, seven commodity brokers, and 22 depository participants. This decision, announced on 30 August 2024, results from these entities failing to meet essential compliance requirements, thereby posing a potential risk to investors, as detailed in a PTI report.

SEBI's primary aim in revoking these registrations is to prevent any misuse of their status, particularly as these brokers are no longer active members of recognised stock exchanges or affiliated with depositories. The regulator stated, "This move aims to protect unsuspecting investors," emphasising the importance of maintaining a secure trading environment.

Despite the cancellations, the affected entities remain accountable for their past actions and must settle any outstanding dues to SEBI. They are also required to preserve records, address investor grievances, and ensure the continuity of services to their clients. SEBI noted that these brokers were initially granted registration under the condition that they would maintain membership in a recognised stock exchange, a requirement they no longer fulfil.

Among the stock brokers whose registrations have been cancelled are Bezel Stock Brokers, Reflection Investments, and Quantum Global Securities. The list also includes other firms such as Aanya Commodities and Destiny Securities. The seven commodity brokers affected include Wealth Mantra Commodities and Sumpoorna Comtrade.

In addition to the brokers, SEBI has also cancelled the registrations of 22 depository participants, which are entities that facilitate the holding and transfer of securities in electronic form. These participants were found to have terminated their agreements with depositories, thus failing to meet the criteria set out under the Depository Participants Regulations of 2018.

Who is a stock broker?<o:p></o:p>

A stockbroker, also known as a broker, is a financial market representative who operates in securities. Their primary job role involves obtaining purchase and sale orders and executing the same. Market participants or investors rely on their expertise and knowledge regarding market dynamics to invest in stocks and other investment options.

What are the functions of stock brokers?<o:p></o:p>

Stockbrokers offer a range of essential services to their clients, including providing informed advice on buying and selling stocks and other securities based on thorough market research. They handle transactions and related paperwork, maintain detailed records of all activities, and manage clients' investment portfolios with regular updates and responses to inquiries. Additionally, they keep clients informed about new investment opportunities and assist in adjusting investment strategies in response to changing market conditions.

Caution for Investors<o:p></o:p>

Vijay Kedia, Founder and Managing Director at Kedia Capital Services, has cautioned investors who may have a Demat account with any of the banned brokers, urging them to proceed with caution. He stated, "SEBI has banned these 39 stock brokers. If you have a Demat account with any of these, be cautious!"

The list of cancelled registrations includes:-<o:p></o:p>

1. Bezel Stock Brokers Private Limited

2. Reflection Investments

3. Action Financial Services (India) Ltd

4. Sumpoorna Portfolio Limited

5. Vineet Securities Pvt Ltd

6. Quantum Global Securities Limited

7. Wellindia Securities Limited

8. Vrise Securities Private Limited

9. Credential Stock Brokers Ltd

10. Aanya Commodities Pvt Ltd

11. Amber Solutions Pvt Ltd

12. Arcadia Share &amp; Stock Brokers Private Limited

13. C.M. Goenka Stock Brokers Pvt Ltd

14. Destiny Securities Ltd

15. Bhavesh Dhirajlal Stock Broking Co Ltd

16. Enrich Fin &amp; Securities Ltd

17. First Futures and Stocks Private Limited

18. Ganga Yamuna Finvest Private Limited

19. Gems Equities &amp; Securities Pvt Ltd

20. Indovision Securities Limited

21. Olympia Securities Limited (Investnet Securities India Ltd)

22. Century Consultants Ltd

23. Merfin (India) Ltd

24. Micro Forex Equity &amp; Derivatives Private Limited

25. Moneyflo Securities Private Limited

26. Mousumi Deb Roy (Goodluck Securities)

27. Orient Capital Markets Pvt Ltd

28. Orion Capital and Debt Market

29. Parikh &amp; Shah Finvest Pvt Ltd

30. Prem Somani Share Brokers Pvt Ltd

31. Prime Broking Company (I) Limited

32. Rusoday Securities Ltd

33. Saarc Net Limited

34. Star Share &amp; Stock Brokers Ltd

35. Unicon Securities Pvt Ltd (Unickon Securities Pvt Ltd)

36. Wealth Mantra Limited

37. Yuvraj Securities

38. Classic Share &amp; Stock Broking Services Ltd

39. Grovalue Securities Private Limited

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The cancellation of registrations is part of SEBI's ongoing efforts to uphold the integrity of the capital markets and ensure that only compliant entities operate within this space. The regulator has emphasised that all parties involved must take necessary actions regarding any defaults or pending matters, ensuring that investor interests remain protected.

The Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) has taken significant action by cancelling the registrations of 39 stock brokers, seven commodity brokers, and 22 depository participants.

The Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) has taken significant action by cancelling the registrations of 39 stock brokers, seven commodity brokers, and 22 depository participants. This decision, announced on 30 August 2024, results from these entities failing to meet essential compliance requirements, thereby posing a potential risk to investors, as detailed in a PTI report. SEBI's primary aim in revoking these registrations is to prevent any misuse of their status, particularly as these brokers are no longer active members of recognised stock exchanges or affiliated with depositories. The regulator stated, "This move aims to protect unsuspecting investors," emphasising the importance of maintaining a secure trading environment. Despite the cancellations, the affected entities remain accountable for their past actions and must settle any outstanding dues to SEBI. They are also required to preserve records, address investor grievances, and ensure the continuity of services to their clients. SEBI noted that these brokers were initially granted registration under the condition that they would maintain membership in a recognised stock exchange, a requirement they no longer fulfil. Among the stock brokers whose registrations have been cancelled are Bezel Stock Brokers, Reflection Investments, and Quantum Global Securities. The list also includes other firms such as Aanya Commodities and Destiny Securities. The seven commodity brokers affected include Wealth Mantra Commodities and Sumpoorna Comtrade. In addition to the brokers, SEBI has also cancelled the registrations of 22 depository participants, which are entities that facilitate the holding and transfer of securities in electronic form. These participants were found to have terminated their agreements with depositories, thus failing to meet the criteria set out under the Depository Participants Regulations of 2018. Who is a stock broker? A stockbroker, also known as a broker, is a financial market representative who operates in securities. Their primary job role involves obtaining purchase and sale orders and executing the same. Market participants or investors rely on their expertise and knowledge regarding market dynamics to invest in stocks and other investment options. What are the functions of stock brokers? Stockbrokers offer a range of essential services to their clients, including providing informed advice on buying and selling stocks and other securities based on thorough market research. They handle transactions and related paperwork, maintain detailed records of all activities, and manage clients' investment portfolios with regular updates and responses to inquiries. Additionally, they keep clients informed about new investment opportunities and assist in adjusting investment strategies in response to changing market conditions. Caution for Investors Vijay Kedia, Founder and Managing Director at Kedia Capital Services, has cautioned investors who may have a Demat account with any of the banned brokers, urging them to proceed with caution. He stated, "SEBI has banned these 39 stock brokers. If you have a Demat account with any of these, be cautious!" The list of cancelled registrations includes:- 1. Bezel Stock Brokers Private Limited 2. Reflection Investments 3. Action Financial Services (India) Ltd 4. Sumpoorna Portfolio Limited 5. Vineet Securities Pvt Ltd 6. Quantum Global Securities Limited 7. Wellindia Securities Limited 8. Vrise Securities Private Limited 9. Credential Stock Brokers Ltd 10. Aanya Commodities Pvt Ltd 11. Amber Solutions Pvt Ltd 12. Arcadia Share & Stock Brokers Private Limited 13. C.M. Goenka Stock Brokers Pvt Ltd 14. Destiny Securities Ltd 15. Bhavesh Dhirajlal Stock Broking Co Ltd 16. Enrich Fin & Securities Ltd 17. First Futures and Stocks Private Limited 18. Ganga Yamuna Finvest Private Limited 19. Gems Equities & Securities Pvt Ltd 20. Indovision Securities Limited 21. Olympia Securities Limited (Investnet Securities India Ltd) 22. Century Consultants Ltd 23. Merfin (India) Ltd 24. Micro Forex Equity & Derivatives Private Limited 25. Moneyflo Securities Private Limited 26. Mousumi Deb Roy (Goodluck Securities) 27. Orient Capital Markets Pvt Ltd 28. Orion Capital and Debt Market 29. Parikh & Shah Finvest Pvt Ltd 30. Prem Somani Share Brokers Pvt Ltd 31. Prime Broking Company (I) Limited 32. Rusoday Securities Ltd 33. Saarc Net Limited 34. Star Share & Stock Brokers Ltd 35. Unicon Securities Pvt Ltd (Unickon Securities Pvt Ltd) 36. Wealth Mantra Limited 37. Yuvraj Securities 38. Classic Share & Stock Broking Services Ltd 39. Grovalue Securities Private Limited The cancellation of registrations is part of SEBI's ongoing efforts to uphold the integrity of the capital markets and ensure that only compliant entities operate within this space. The regulator has emphasised that all parties involved must take necessary actions regarding any defaults or pending matters, ensuring that investor interests remain protected.

SEBI cancels registration of 39 stock brokers, 7 commodity brokers

Pakistan's capital was tense on Thursday after jailed former prime minister Imran Khan’s party PTI threatened to go ahead with its plan to hold a rally here in the capital despite the government’s refusal to permit it.

Pakistan tense over PTI party's rally plans

Pakistan tense as PTI decides to go ahead with rally in Islamabad

Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) Chairman Barrister Gohar Ali Khan Friday said that his party has nothing to do with the arrest of Lt Gen (retd) Faiz Hameed, and that he had never issued any instructions to the party.

Gohar Ali Khan: PTI has no connection with Lt Gen (retd) Faiz's arrest

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

Pakistan: Ex-PM Imran Khan's wife Bushra Bibi named as suspect in 15 cases

Pakistan's former Prime Minister and PTI Chairman Imran Khan has announced his readiness to negotiate with the military and called on the army to appoint a representative for the talks. Watch in for more details!

Pakistan: Imran Khan 'ready to hold talks' with military

Asad Qaiser, the head of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI), anticipates that the party's circumstances will improve in the future and that, after obtaining the "magic number" needed to depose the current government, it would be able to form government in December.

Pakistan to her new Chief Justice in October: What it means for the government?

The opposition alliance led by the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) has postponed the nationwide protest which was scheduled for Friday (July 26) for the release of party prisoners, including former Prime Minister Imran Khan. Watch in for more details!

Pakistan opposition bloc postpones nationwide stir

The opposition alliance led by the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) has announced country-wide protests on Friday (July 26) for the release of party prisoners, including former Prime Minister Imran Khan. Watch in for more details!

Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf led opposition bloc gives protest call

Pakistan: PTI led opposition alliance calls for a nationwide protest

Pakistan authorities on Friday braced for a possible showdown with supporters of jailed former prime minister Imran Khan’s Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf after the party announced a countrywide protest for the release of all arrested party leaders.

Apart from the PTI, the rightwing Jamaat-e-Islami also announced a demonstration in Islamabad against the rising high cost of electricity and other commodities.

The Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) party will hold nationwide protests for the release of 71-year-old founder Khan and other arrested party leaders and workers.

Khan was arrested on August 5 last year after his conviction in the first Toshakhana corruption case filed by the Election Commission of Pakistan. Since then, he has been kept in jail in various cases.

Though the former-cricketer-turned-politician had secured bail or his conviction was set aside, he has not been released.

According to the PTI, it will hold a protest in front of the National Press Club in the capital, while the Jamaat-e-Islami plans to stage a sit-in at the famous F-Chowk facing the parliament building.

Meanwhile, police in Islamabad imposed section 144, banning all kinds of gatherings, including protests in the federal capital, and sealing the Red Zone for all entries. The zone houses key government offices and embassies.

Police also partially closed the Islamabad Highway at the Faizabad Interchange, which sits at the main entry point from Rawalpindi to Islamabad.

Separately, the Punjab Home Department imposed section 144 in the province to ban all protests and gatherings.

The PTI has claimed its party leaders are being arrested ahead of nationwide protests, saying that the Punjab Police raided PTI leader Raja Basharat’s house in Rawalpindi. It also noted that more than a dozen people, including lawmaker Javed Iqbal, have been arrested in the Rahim Yar Khan city.

The party says the police in Lahore raided the house and camp of PTI leader Mehr Naeemullah and arrested five of his friends, but Naeemullah managed to escape from there.

So far, the authorities have thwarted the efforts of the PTI to hold big rallies. The call for Friday’s protest comes after the party was reinvigorated by the Supreme Court judgment of July 12, which not only endorsed its status as a political party but also awarded it reserved seats.

Strengthened by the verdict, PTI Secretary General Omar Ayub Khan asked his workers to prepare for elections.

“New election will be held after November as the current government has failed,” he said.

The Supreme Court on July 12 declared that the PTI was a political party and eligible to receive reserved seats for women and non-Muslims in the national and provincial assemblies. The ruling meant that independent members of the parliament who won elections with the support of PTI could join it.

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Pakistan authorities on Friday braced for a possible showdown with supporters of jailed former prime minister Imran Khan’s Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf after the party announced a countrywide protest for the release of all arrested party leaders.

Pakistan authorities on Friday braced for a possible showdown with supporters of jailed former prime minister Imran Khan’s Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf after the party announced a countrywide protest for the release of all arrested party leaders. Apart from the PTI, the rightwing Jamaat-e-Islami also announced a demonstration in Islamabad against the rising high cost of electricity and other commodities. The Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) party will hold nationwide protests for the release of 71-year-old founder Khan and other arrested party leaders and workers. Khan was arrested on August 5 last year after his conviction in the first Toshakhana corruption case filed by the Election Commission of Pakistan. Since then, he has been kept in jail in various cases. Though the former-cricketer-turned-politician had secured bail or his conviction was set aside, he has not been released. According to the PTI, it will hold a protest in front of the National Press Club in the capital, while the Jamaat-e-Islami plans to stage a sit-in at the famous F-Chowk facing the parliament building. Meanwhile, police in Islamabad imposed section 144, banning all kinds of gatherings, including protests in the federal capital, and sealing the Red Zone for all entries. The zone houses key government offices and embassies. Police also partially closed the Islamabad Highway at the Faizabad Interchange, which sits at the main entry point from Rawalpindi to Islamabad. Separately, the Punjab Home Department imposed section 144 in the province to ban all protests and gatherings. The PTI has claimed its party leaders are being arrested ahead of nationwide protests, saying that the Punjab Police raided PTI leader Raja Basharat’s house in Rawalpindi. It also noted that more than a dozen people, including lawmaker Javed Iqbal, have been arrested in the Rahim Yar Khan city. The party says the police in Lahore raided the house and camp of PTI leader Mehr Naeemullah and arrested five of his friends, but Naeemullah managed to escape from there. So far, the authorities have thwarted the efforts of the PTI to hold big rallies. The call for Friday’s protest comes after the party was reinvigorated by the Supreme Court judgment of July 12, which not only endorsed its status as a political party but also awarded it reserved seats. Strengthened by the verdict, PTI Secretary General Omar Ayub Khan asked his workers to prepare for elections. “New election will be held after November as the current government has failed,” he said. The Supreme Court on July 12 declared that the PTI was a political party and eligible to receive reserved seats for women and non-Muslims in the national and provincial assemblies. The ruling meant that independent members of the parliament who won elections with the support of PTI could join it. Disclaimer: This story has been published from a news agency feed with minimal edits to adhere to WION's style guide. The headline may have been changed to better reflect the content of the story or to make it more suitable for WION audience.

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