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I’m currently working with Geo Television Network and The News International as Special Correspondent in Islamabad, Pakistan. I’m also contributing for The Washington Post and CNN International in Islamabad. I do cover important issues ranging from war on terrorism to politics and human rights in South Asian region with special focus on Pakistan, Afghanistan and India.
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Govt, semi govt land worth trillions transferred fraudulently in Karachi
Fraudulent transfers of government and semi-government lands worth millions have been uncovered in Karachi, involving collusion between government officials and the Revenue Department. A total of 328,000 acres of land were fraudulently transferred, with fake transfers of 41,000 acres occurring in various suburbs and outskirts of Karachi. The fraudulent activities have been ongoing since 2012, and the Sindh Board has presented all records to the Sindh Cabinet. The Cabinet has recommended strict action against those involved and a comprehensive audit of all land accounts within six months.
Nawaz Sharif, Asif Zardari expected to meet in Murree
Following the Pakistan general election of 2024, PML-N leader Nawaz Sharif is holding political talks in Murree to discuss forming a coalition government, as no party has won a simple majority. A key meeting with PPP Co-chairman Asif Ali Zardari is expected, with both parties close to finalizing an agreement. The coalition could be announced within 72 hours, aiming to bring political stability.
42% fresh faces enter parliament
The current parliament of Pakistan will see a significant influx of new members, with 41% of the National Assembly being first-time legislators. This turnover is marked by a notable number of previous members either losing their seats or opting out of the elections. The new assembly includes representatives from various political factions, with a significant number of independents supported by PTI. The article highlights the presence of family members in the assembly, including notable political figures and their children. The shift in political allegiances and the high turnover rate indicate a dynamic change in the political landscape.
Elections 2024: Women Emerge as Formidable Contenders in 60 Constituencies
In Pakistan's upcoming 2024 elections, women candidates are poised to be strong contenders in 60 general constituencies across the National and Provincial Assemblies. Data indicates that women are expected to perform better than in previous elections, with 34 women in Punjab and 17 in Sindh being particularly competitive. High-profile contests include Yasmin Rashid versus Nawaz Sharif in Lahore and Maryam Nawaz Sharif against Shehzad Farooq. A total of 1257 women are contesting for 855 general seats, suggesting a significant presence of women in the electoral process.
Elections 2024: 42% former MNAs shift party allegiances
A significant political shift is occurring in Pakistan as 42% of former MNAs have changed party allegiances ahead of the 2024 elections. The Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) has seen a major exodus, with 107 former members leaving, many joining other parties like the Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N), Istehkam-e-Pakistan Party (IPP), and Pakistan Peoples’ Party (PPP). This trend mirrors similar shifts seen before the 2018 elections, highlighting a dynamic political landscape in Pakistan.
35% of 2024 election candidates veteran from 1990
In the 2024 Pakistani National Assembly elections, 35% of candidates have been active since the 1990s, with many over 70 years old. The elections see participation from veteran politicians, including four former prime ministers and numerous candidates from Punjab, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Sindh, and Balochistan. The article highlights the enduring political presence of figures like Nawaz Sharif, Khurshid Shah, and Naveed Qamar, and notes the involvement of their descendants in the current electoral race.
JIT identifies 550 social media users defaming army, judges
The Joint Investigation Team, under the Federal Investigation Agency, has identified 550 social media accounts allegedly involved in spreading propaganda against the Pakistan army and judiciary. These accounts, which include prominent figures, have posted around one million anti-army and anti-judiciary messages. A forensic audit is underway, and legal actions are being considered under the cybercrime act. The majority of the content originated from abroad, and the FIA has begun issuing notices to the account holders.
The unfolding saga of wealthiest candidate from Sindh
Details of the assets of Sher Muhammad Mugheri, the wealthiest candidate in the current election from Sindh, have been revealed, showing assets exceeding Rs5 billion. Mugheri, a Pakistan People’s Party candidate, has significant holdings both abroad and within Pakistan, including commercial plots, high-end cars, and luxurious residences. He is under investigation by the National Accountability Bureau and Joint Investigation Team for alleged involvement in the fake accounts case and has faced allegations of transferring Rs146 million to a fake account. Despite these issues, his nomination papers have been approved, and efforts to obtain his response are ongoing.
All Sharifs get clean chit from all Institutions
Nawaz Sharif, Shehbaz Sharif, Hamza Shehbaz, and Maryam Nawaz Sharif have been cleared by various state institutions, including the National Accountability Bureau (NAB), Anti-Corruption Punjab, Punjab police, Federal Investigation Agency (FIA), Federal Board of Revenue (FBR), and the State Bank, to contest elections. Official documents indicate no pending cases or criminal records against them, although ongoing investigations are noted for Maryam Nawaz and Nawaz Sharif in specific cases. The clearance letters were submitted by PML-N lawyer Attaullah Tarar to the returning officer.
Nawaz Sharif's assets see a drastic decrease in last six years
Former Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif's assets have significantly decreased by Rs1.7 billion over the past six years, as revealed in his latest nomination papers submitted to the Election Commission of Pakistan. His assets, which were Rs1.85 billion in 2016, now stand at around Rs80 million. Additionally, the Federal Board of Revenue disclosed that Sharif paid a total of Rs8,200 in income tax over the last three years. The nomination papers also detail his expenditures on foreign trips and various taxes paid, including bank profit tax and agricultural tax.
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