US calls for investigation of rigging allegations in Pakistan polls

US State Department spokesperson Matthew Miller says the United States has called for rigging allegations in Pakistan general elections to be investigated.  Briefing the media in Washington on Wednesday, Matthew Miller said the US thinks that investigation of rigging is an appropriate step to take. “That is our response to questions of irregularities not just […]

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Arrest warrant issued for Gandapur in a case related to AJK elections

 The Azad Jammu and Kashmir (AJK) Election Commission has issued arrest warrant for Ali Amin Gandapur – the PTI leader who is now nominated for the coveted slot of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa chief minister – and directed the officials concerned to present him on Feb 28.  It is a case related to violating the code of […]

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Govt increases gas tariff across country

The caretaker government on Wednesday increased gas tariffs across Pakistan.  According to sources, there will be Rs100 per mmbtu increase for protected consumers, while non-protected consumers will experience a hike of Rs300 per mmbtu. Similarly, commercial consumers of gas will face a considerable Rs900 increase in prices per mmbtu, say sources.  The CNG sector is […]

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ECP bench turns down Nawaz Sharif’s plea for NA-15 result rejection

The Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP) has discarded Nawaz Sharif’s plea for stopping the result of NA-15 Mansehra where he lost.  A two-member bench, headed by Chief Election Commissioner Sikandar Sultan Raja, heard the case of Nawaz Sharif’s reservation about polls result.  The returning officer (RO) of NA-15 Mansehra submitted the report to the ECP and informed […]

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Re-polling in Khushab, Kohat, Ghotki under way

Re-polling is taking place on Thursday at some polling stations of Khushab, Ghotki and Kohat where voting could not be held due to various reasons on Feb 8.  These polling stations are: Khushab (NA-88) in Punjab, Kohat (PK-90) in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa and Ghotki (PS-18) of Sindh. The polling began at 8am and will continue till […]

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‘Need no advice,’ Pakistan rebuffs international claims on general elections

Pakistan on Thursday strongly rejected criticism from some states about the Feb 8 parliamentary elections.  “Pakistan does not need any advice from any country on elections,” said Foreign Office spokesperson Mumtaz Zahra Baloch in a weekly press briefing here, adding that “we take our constitutional obligations seriously.”  When asked to comment on concerns raised by […]

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I love him so much: Indian actor Reem Shaikh desires to meet Wahaj Ali

 Prominent figure in the Indian television industry Reem Shaikh has expressed her immense admiration for Pakistani actor Wahaj Ali, admitting that she wants to meet him. Reem commenced her journey in showbiz when she was six. Over the years, she has become a beloved personality. Reem has captivated the hearts of millions of fans through […]

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‘Argylle’ sees big drop but still tops N.America box office

Universal’s wacky spy thriller “Argylle” held on to the top spot in North American theaters on a molasses-slow movie weekend overshadowed by pro football’s Super Bowl championship game. “Argylle” took in just an estimated $6.5 million for the Friday-through-Sunday period, industry watcher Exhibitor Relations reported — and that despite a cast including Dua Lipa, Henry […]

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‘Versatile, charismatic’ Sigourney Weaver honoured at Spain’s Goya Awards

US actress Sigourney Weaver won the International Goya Award in recognition of what the Spanish Film Academy dubbed an impressive career, during which she brought to life “independent, complex and strong female characters”. The 74-year-old, best known for playing Ellen Ripley in the “Alien” franchise, is only the third recipient of the honorary prize, which […]

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Qatar frees eight Indians months after dropping death sentences

Qatar has released eight Indian ex-naval officers after dropping their death sentences, India’s foreign ministry said on Monday, crediting the Qatari emir for the decision more than 18 months after their arrest challenged diplomatic ties. The men were charged with spying for Israel, according to sources, though India and Qatar did not confirm the charges. […]

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