Rare consensus in NA over student unions
Members across the divide supported the opposition’s private member bill in this regard.
Accountability court confirms NAB orders to freeze assets of Shehbaz, relatives
The Shehbaz family members have 14 days to file objections against the NAB freezing orders, says court.
100 Indian pilgrims due in Katas Raj in Chakwal on 14th
Indian pilgrims normally visit Katas Raj twice a year where they celebrate their religious festival Maha Shivratri.
Nation stands with army to free Kashmir, says AJK president
Stresses on unity as well as strengthening the country's defence and economy.
Govt in no mood to grant concessions to Maryam, says minister
Ghulam Sarwar says the government will not remove Maryam's name from the exit control list.
LHC requested to declare ‘secret filming’ illegal
Petitioner asks court to declare installation of CCTV cameras in public places without proper signage unconstitutional.
PHC seeks ministry, zoo admin’s response in elephant import case
Petition challenges the non-issuance of an NOC for the import of two elephants for the zoo.
Ministry to challenge court decision to restore sacked PMDC employees
After the PMDC was dissolved on Oct 19, the ministry announced that the services of all 220 employees were terminated.
Highlights
Sindh
Sindh governor holds out olive branch to Sindh govt
Seeks reconciliation for clean and prosperous Sindh; disowns idea of any ‘change’.
Rare unity in Sindh Assembly over demand for third-party census audit
The ruling PPP supports a resolution moved by opposition MQM-P seeking audit of 5pc of census blocks.
World Bank, Sindh govt to launch $200m solid waste project
Murad Ali Shah took the decision in a meeting with a World Bank delegation on Tuesday.
Punjab
Accountability court confirms NAB orders to freeze assets of Shehbaz, relatives
The Shehbaz family members have 14 days to file objections against the NAB freezing orders, says court.
In pictures: Day of terror, violence as lawyers storm Lahore cardiac hospital
Three patients die as more than 200 lawyers protest at PIC, vandalise property.
'No concessions': Punjab govt vows strict action against lawyers, others involved in Lahore protest
Chauhan alleges involvement of PML-N activists, "one of whom has been identified and is close to the Sharifs".
KP & FATA
PHC shows reservations over lack of funds for keeping canals clean
Directs advocate general to appear in person on Dec 19.
PHC seeks ministry, zoo admin’s response in elephant import case
Petition challenges the non-issuance of an NOC for the import of two elephants for the zoo.
Govt asked to withdraw pleas against action in aid ordinance verdict
Multiparty moot also resents failure to introduce Fata reforms.
Balochistan
Awaran women arrested last month have returned home, says BNP-M leader
The development comes days after BNP-M chief Akhtar Mengal staged protest in the National Assembly.
Senator among two booked for kidnapping in Quetta
Senator Sarfaraz Bugti has condemned the incident and denied any involvement in the child’s kidnapping.
Women activists hold rally against violence, harassment in Quetta
The march culminated in a demonstration outside the Quetta Press Club.