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Expectations and surprises
he Supreme Court majority verdict declaring Pakistan Tehreek-i-Insaf eligible for a place in the elected assemblies and receiving the seats reserved for women and non-Muslims in its own name, came as a surprise for many, not least, the Sunni Ittehad Council, the PTI’s close ally Suddenly, the SIC was no longer a large and influential party. Ironically, it was the SIC itself that took the matter to the Supreme Court. It was asking for what it called its deserved share of the reserved seats.
Tough toil for reserved seats
ominally, parliamentarians elected against the reserved seats are spared the effort associated with a direct election. They do not need to go door to door or hold corner meetings. Does this make their job, before and after the polls, easier? Far from it. The women elected on the reserved seats are often expected to play the second fiddle to their colleagues elected against general seats.
Shariah first, then paradise | Special Report | thenews.com.pk
lection manifestoes of the country’s religious parties primarily focus on the enforcement of Shariah laws leading to the establishment of a just society where rights of all strata are protected and basic needs of everybody are met. A glance at the manifestoes of the frontline religious parties shows that the enforcement of laws derived from Holy Quran and Sunnah is the cornerstone of their appeal to the voters.
In SCBA polls twist, Shaukat elected president
LAHORE/MULTAN/BAHAWALPUR: In what could be described as an upset, Advocate Shahzad Shaukat of the Independent Group-Ahsan Bhoon Group, also known as Asma Jahangir Group, was elected president of the Supreme Court Bar Association (SCBA) for the year 2023-24 in polls held on Tuesday. According to provisional results, Shaukat defeated Mian Abdul Quddus of the Hamid Khan-led Professional Group in a one-on-one contest with a big margin of 457 votes.
Thousands rally in support of Palestinians
LAHORE:Tens of thousands of charged protesters took to the streets across the country after Friday prayers, slamming the relentless Israeli bombing on the besieged Palestinians in Gaza and demanding the Muslim rulers to send military aid to the Palestinians for liberation of Al Aqsa Masjid from the occupation of Zionist regime.
Hazrat Data Ganj Bakhsh urs concludes
LAHORE: The three-day celebrations of 980th annual Urs of Hazrat Ali bin Usman Hajveri popularly known as Data Ganj Bakhsh (RA) concluded Thursday night at his shrine amidst strict security arrangements. Thousands of devotees bade a farewell to the annual gala of rich spiritual and cultural rituals with the traditional zeal and spirit which has been maintained for over a thousand years.
Parvez Elahi’s arrest: LHC issues contempt notice to Islamabad IG
LAHORE: The Lahore High Court (LHC) Monday issued a show-cause notice for contempt of court to Islamabad Inspector General (IG) Dr Akbar Nasir Khan in connection with Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) President Parvez Elahi’s detention under 3-MPO (Maintenance of Public Order) last week. LHC Justice Muhammad Amjad Rafiq ordered the Islamabad police chief to appear before the court on Sept 8.
LHC seeks evidence of ‘ban’ on Imran media coverage
LAHORE: The Lahore High Court (LHC) directed a counsel for Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) Chairman Imran Khan on Monday to furnish material available on the social media to establish there was a ban on coverage of his client by the electronic media. Justice Shams Mahmood Mirza, while hearing a petition of Imran Khan, challenging the alleged violation of a stay order against a ban on media coverage of his speeches, issued an order to counsel Ahmad Pansota.
Dr Israr paid tributes for preaching Quran
LAHORE:Noted Islamic scholars from Pakistan and across the world paid glowing tributes to Dr Israr Ahmad, founder of Tanzeem Islami (TI) and selfless proponent of enforcing the Khilafah system of Quran and Sunnah, stressing the urgent need for Muslims across the world to adhere to Quran for their salvation in this world and hereafter.
Ashura processions conclude peacefully
LAHORE:The nation observed Ashura with traditional religious solemnity and spirit on Saturday to commemorate the martyrdom of Hazrat Imam Hussain (RA) and his companions at Karbala in 61 AH some 14 centuries ago. The security measures were so successful that for the first time in 15 years the selective ban on mobile phones in sensitive areas and pillion riding, etc. were also lifted on this sensitive day.
9th Muharram Zuljanah, Tazia processions taken out
LAHORE:Various Zuljanah, Alam and Tazia processions were taken out from different parts of the provincial metropolis as mourning activities reached their peak on 9th Muharram, Friday. Major Zuljanah procession was that taken out from Islampura in Pando Street in the morning and culminated at the same place in the night. Other prominent processions were taken out from Zafar Colony, Wassanpura, Shadman, Green Town, Mughalpura, Saddar Bazar and Ferozepur Road.
Tazia, Alam processions taken out
LAHORE:Tazia and Shabeeh-e-Alam processions of Hazrat Abbas (RA) were brought out in various parts of the city under strict security measures. Besides, a number of majalis held in city Imambargahs where Zakerin retold the Karbala incident and the martyrdom of the companions of Hazrat Imam Hussain (R.A.), especially Hazrat Abbas (RA), and the philosophy of martyrdom.
Mehndi processions taken out
LAHORE : As the Ashura approaches closer the mourning activities gained momentum on Wednesday, 7th Muharram, with a number of Mehndi processions taken out from various parts of the city to commemorate the martyrdom of Hazrat Qasim (RA).
Jhoola processions of Hazrat Ali Asghar taken out
LAHORE:The mourning activities of Ashra-e-Muharram stepped up on 6th of Muharram, Tuesday, with several processions of Jhoola (Shabeeh-e-Gahwara-e-Hazrat Ali Asghar) having a replica of his baby cot were taken out from different parts of city. According to the historians and Zakerin, Hazrat Ali Asghar, the youngest and six months old son of Hazrat Imam Hussain (RA), was shot in the throat by a three-pronged arrow by the official army on the 9th of Muharram.
Muharram begins with religious solemnity, respect
LAHORE: Believers across the country observed the start of new Islamic year, 1443 Al Hijra calendar, and the holy month of Muharram on Thursday, with traditional religious solemnity and fervour, but amidst strict security arrangements to avert the threats of subversion and terrorism.
Nation denounces desecration of Quran in Sweden
Muslims took to streets against rising Islamophobia in West, particularly the recent desecration of Holy Quran in Sweden under official patronage By Asim Hussain & Muhammad Anis LAHORE/ISLAMABAD: In a rare display of unity across the world on Friday, hundreds of thousands of Muslims took to the streets against the rising Islamophobia in the West, particularly the recent desecration of the Holy Quran in Sweden under official patronage, and demanded economic and diplomatic boycott of Stockholm.
Siraj chides Bilawal over ‘stolen’ Karachi mandate
LAHORE: Jamaat-e-Islami chief Sirajul Haq has announced staging a large protest outside the Election Commission of Pakistan headquarters in Islamabad on June 23 against, what he called, the selection of Karachi mayor.
Wapda wires, transformers theft incidents rising on motorway
LAHORE : Pakistan may lose a significant chunk of its export quality rice this year after a large scale theft of high voltage electric wires, electric transformers, heavy water pumps, leaving hundreds of acres of rice producing lands from Lahore to Sheikhupura Motorway without tube-well water in the mid of rice sowing season, according to farmers and Wapda officials.
PPP beats PML-N to win AJK by-election
PML-N's Hina Pervaiz Butt accuses PPP of rigging by-election. By-election takes place in Azad Jammu and Kashmir’s LA-15. PPP's Qamar is in lead with 25,755 votes, leaving behind PML-N. MUZAFFARABAD/LAHORE: Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) candidate Sardar Ziaul Qamar on Thursday came out the winner in Azad Jammu and Kashmir’s (AJK) LA-15 by-election, the unofficial result suggested, according to The News.
TLP marchers reach Lahore
LAHORE: The Karachi-Islamabad long march by the Tehrik Labbaik Pakistan (TLP) titled ‘Pakistan Bachao March’ reached Lahore late Wednesday night from Manga Mandi on its 17th day, which the party has been waging against the skyrocketing inflation, unemployment, lawlessness, exorbitant prices of petrol and power, and the growing number of incidents of blasphemy.
2023-24 budget: JI demands tax on landlords, subsidy on utilities
LAHORE: Jamaat-e-Islami emir Sirajul Haq expressed serious concerns over government’s failure to curtail non-developmental expenditures, protocol culture and corruption. Addressing to youth delegation at Mansoorah on Tuesday, the JI chief said the government has no plan of economic revival, rather it is relying on IMF and accepting its tough conditions.
PDM to make unanimous decision on polls: Fazl
LAHORE/GUJRANWALA: Pakistan Democratic Movement (PDM) chief Maulana Fazlur Rehman has said the ruling alliance leadership will unanimously decide when the next elections will be held. He was talking to the media at the residence of former speaker National Assembly Sardar Ayaz Sadiq after condoling the death of his elder brother Sardar Mehmood Sadiq and offering Fateha during a brief visit to Lahore on Monday.
Imran says Qureshi to lead PTI if he’s disqualified
LAHORE/ ISLAMABAD: Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf Chairman Imran Khan has said PTI Vice Chairman Shah Mehmood Qureshi will lead the party in case of his disqualification by a court. “If I am disqualified, Shah Mehmood Qureshi will run the party,” Khan said on Saturday in a meeting with journalists and lawyers at his Zaman Park residence in Lahore. “In the event of my arrest, senior leaders like Shah Mehmood Qureshi and Pervez Khattak would manage the party affairs,” he added.
Continuation of Punjab caretaker govt challenged in LHC
LAHORE: The Lahore High Court (LHC) on Monday issued notices to the federal government, Punjab governor and the Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP) on a petition challenging the continuation of the caretaker government in Punjab beyond the constitutional mandate of 90 days.
Declaring Transgender Act un-Islamic: Scholars laud FSC judgment
LAHORE: Religious scholars lauded the Federal Shariat Court’s judgment declaring controversial provisions of Transgender Protection Act 2018 violation of Islamic injunctions, saying this decision would be a substantial counter action against the systematic moves to secularise the country.
Religious leaders condemn violence, arson
LAHORE:Religious leaders Wednesday continued to condemn violence and arson erupted after the arrest of PTI chief and former PM Imran Khan. Jamaat-i-Islami ameer Sirajul Haq in a statement said the political parties must stop their workers from violence against the state institutions and arson, destruction of public properties.
ACE initiates land inquiry against Ijazul Haq
LAHORE: The Anti-Corruption Establishment has initiated an inquiry against former federal minister for Religious Affairs Ijazul Haq on charges of depriving thousands of people of millions of rupees through selling lands of illegal housing societies in Haroonabad. According to investigation officials, Ijaz, son of former military dictator Ziaul Haq, had been sent a notice for appearing in the ACE court in Bahawalnagar on May 2.
PTI, JI agree to speed up talks process to end deadlock
LAHORE: The negotiating committees formed by the Jamaat-i-Islami and Pakistan Tehreek Insaf to reach a consensus date for national elections have agreed to accelerate the process of talks in the larger national interest. The committees met on Tuesday, hosted by JI Secretary-General Amirul Azeem, and shared the opinion that personal and party interests should be put aside for the larger national interest.
Ticket distribution: PTI workers continue protests at Zaman Park for third day
LAHORE: Hundreds of angry protesters gathered outside the residence of former prime minister and Chairman Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) Imran Khan at Zaman Park on Monday, and continued protesting for the third consecutive day against the refusal of party tickets to “deserving candidates” for the upcoming election to the Punjab Assembly. Party sources said the protesters belonged to Faisalabad and Dera Ghazi Khan and other parts of Punjab.
Eid prayer timings in City
LAHORE: Following are the Eidul Fitr prayer timings in the provincial metropolis for Fiqh Hanafia. 6:00- Jamia Masjid Sheikha Salim, Link Road Model Town, Jamia Masjid Hassaan Ameer Muawya Road, Rajgarh, Jamia Masjid Al-Rehman, Shadbagh, Jamia Haleema Saadia, Islampura. 6:15- Jamia Masjid Tauheed, Ahle Hadis at Daroghawala.
Corruption, bad governance destroy country’s economy: Baloch
LAHORE: Jamaat-e-Islami Naib Ameer Liaqat Baloch has said corruption and bad governance by ruling elite and bureaucracy with colonial mindset have destroyed the economic and social sectors of the country in 75 years, despite that it has been blessed with fertile lands, energetic, talented people and a wide wealth of natural resources.
JI appoints team to engage political leadership
LAHORE: To continue its efforts to bring the PDM and PTI leadership to the negotiating table, the Jamaat-i-Islami has constituted a four-member committee headed by Liaquat Baloch to contact other political parties to create a conducive environment for negotiations. According to sources, the committee comprises JI Naib Ameer Professor Ibrahim Khan, secretary-general Ameerul Azim, and information secretary Qaiser Sharif.
Imran fears arrest during Eid days
LAHORE: A division bench of Lahore High Court (LHC) on Monday sent a petition of PTI chairman Imran Khan to the chief justice for formation of a full bench, which sought details of all cases registered against him across the country.
Jumatul Wida, al-Quds Day observed
LAHORE: Majority of religious leaders and organisations observed Friday, Ramazan 23 as Jumatul Wida since the next Friday is falling on Ramazan 30, which may become the Eid Day if the Shawwal moon is sighted on Ramazan 29 which is Thursday. Millions fasting believers thronged to the mosques, prayer grounds and streets for Friday prayers with religious fervour and solemnity, seeking special blessings of The Almighty for security and prosperity of the Muslim Ummah and the whole mankind.
Jumatul Wida, Al Quds Day today
LAHORE: Majority of religious leaders and organisations have decided to observe 23rd Ramazan, (today), as Jumatul Wida since the next Friday is falling on Ramazan 30 which may become the Eid Day if the moon of the month of Shawwal is sighted on Ramazan 29 which is Thursday. A senior cleric of Jamia Ashrafia Lahore told The News that though Jumatul Wida carries increased blessings as it ushers the departure of the blessed month of Ramazan.
Youm-e- Ali (RA) observed with religious spirt
LAHORE: The martyrdom day of fourth Khalifah Hazrat Ali (RA) was observed with traditional religious spirt and zeal on Wednesday with believers taking out mourning processions and holding meetings to commemorate his achievements and personality. The central procession was taken out from Mubarak Haveli inside Mochi Gate early morning and culminated at Karbala Gamay Shah after passing through its traditional route.
Millions observe Itikaf
LAHORE: Millions of believers began Itikaf from Tuesday evening before Maghrib prayers in thousands of mosques across the country. The worshippers observing Itikaf spend their time reciting Holy Quran, offering Nawafil and praying Almighty for showering His blessings on human beings in general and Muslims in particular.
Millions set to observe Itikaf today
LAHORE: Preparations are under way by millions of believers to begin observing Itikaf from Tuesday (today) evening before Maghrib prayers in thousands of mosques across the country. Itikaf is an intensive worship observed during the last 10-days of Ramazan by remaining confined to a small place inside a mosque or in a house (for women).
Israeli assault on Palestinians in Al-Aqsa Mosque condemned
LAHORE:Religious leaders on Thursday strongly condemned the Israeli army’s violence against Palestinian worshippers in Al-Aqsa Mosque in the holy month of Ramazan, terming it state terrorism and demanding immediate unified action by Muslim states to protect the Palestinian Muslims facing genocide by illegal Zionist state.
JI pledges support for APC
LAHORE: Jamaat-i-Islami Ameer Sirajul Haq has agreed in principle to the proposal of holding an immediate all-party conference and engaging all political forces to reach a consensus date for holding general elections to resolve the current political confrontation, which poses a serious threat to the democratic system through the intervention of a third force.
Gateley - Ramadan: fasting and other considerations for employers to be aware of
In this insight, we look at what possible impacts fasting during Ramadan can have on employees, and how teams can best support those who are participating in this fast. What is Ramadan and why do Muslims fast? Ramadan falls on the ninth month of the Islamic calendar. As the Islamic calendar is based on the lunar calendar, the Islamic months fall 10 days earlier each Georgian year.
Mela Chiraghan begins
LAHORE : The 435th urs of Madho Lal Hussain, also known as Mela Chiraghan (festival of lights), commenced at the shrine of 16th century Sufi saints and poets Madho Lal Hussain at Baghbanpura here on Saturday. The 3-day festivities includes qawwalis, sufi music, dance on the beats of drums, widespread bonfire by lightening of thousands of earthen lamps around the shrine and a large variety of eateries for the visitors.
Shab-e-Barat observed with religious spirit
LAHORE: Shab-e-Barat, also known as the night of blessings and glory, was observed on the night between Tuesday and Wednesday with traditional and religious spirit across the country, with large number of faithful thronging the specially decorated mosques, offering nawafil, Shabina and reciting Holy Quran, and making special prayers for the security and prosperity of the country and entire Muslim Ummah.
Shab-e-Barat today
LAHORE: The believers across the country will observe Shab-e-Barat, 15th of Sha’aban, also known as the night of blessings and glory on Tuesday night (tonight) with full religious spirit, praying The Almighty to ward off the severe economic hardships and inflation from the nation. The believers will gather in specially decorated mosques in large number to offer Nawafil, Shabina and recitation of Holy Quran during the whole night to seek the blessings of Almighty Allah.
Shab-e-Meraj observed with religious devotion
LAHORE: Shab-e-Meraj, the night when the Holy Prophet (PBUH) was ascended to the highest levels of heavens, was observed in the night between Saturday and Sunday across the country with traditional religious devotion and fervour. Large number of believers offered special prayers all the night in decorated mosques and inside their homes for seeking the blessings of Allah Almighty.
Religious leaders reject mini-budget
LAHORE: Religious parties have rejected the fresh raise in fuel, gas, power rates under IMF conditions, demanding it was time drastic cuts in perks, privileges and protocols of civil/military bureaucracy and ruling elite be made to meet the austerity measures; otherwise, they would take to the streets. Tehreek-e-Labbaik Pakistan (TLP) chief Hafiz Saad Hussain Rizvi in a press conference said entire loans of IMF in the history were devoured by the ruling elite but paid back by the poor.
Protest in Pakistan over desecration: Rallies held against Sweden, Netherlands
LAHORE: Tens of thousands of religious workers and leaders staged countrywide protests on Friday to condemn the consecutive incidents of desecration of the Holy Quran in India, Holland and Sweden within few days, warning that secular Europe and India which championed human rights are conspiring to destroy world peace by provoking religious feelings of two billion Muslims.
Islamabad court allows two-day physical remand: Fawad Chaudhry arrested for threatening ECP, members
ISLAMABAD: A district and sessions court in Islamabad late Wednesday night approved a two-day physical remand of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) Senior Vice-President Fawad Chaudhry in a sedition case. The Islamabad police had sought an eight-day physical remand of the PTI leader, however, the court did not approve the request and asked the authorities to present the PTI leader on January 27.
Religious leaders show mixed reaction to blasphemy law amendment
LAHORE:Religious leaders belonging to Sunni and Ahle Hadith schools of thought lauded the passage of the legislation enhancing the punishment for desecration of Sahaba (RA), Ummahatul Momeneen (RA) and Ahle Bait (RA), terming it a big step towards controlling sectarian conflicts, while those of Shia school of thought rejected it as imposing the will of majority.
Promoting peace, tolerance on campuses discussed
LAHORE:Media persons from wider shades of print, electronic and digital forms, stressed the need to sensitise the administrations, faculty and students in the educational institutions to respect the ethno-cultural-religious diversities at the campuses to promote peace, tolerance and inclusivity in the society.
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