Election 2023
With mere legislation providing some hope after a lifetime disqualification, along with other convictions, lawyers comment on whether the PML-N supremo can return to the seat of power.
Updated 21 Nov, 2023 03:53pm
Separately, Zardari meets British envoy in Karachi, discusses bilateral ties; urges UK to play role in ending Gaza crisis.
Updated 18 Nov, 2023 03:56pm
"I will administer oath to whoever the public chooses," he says.
Published 16 Nov, 2023 08:38pm
Says time has come for older politicians to "rest".
Published 16 Nov, 2023 05:59pm
“Unfortunately, the establishment uses political parties like tissue papers," JI leader says.
Published 16 Nov, 2023 07:12am
Nawaz commits to solar panel scheme; Maryam vows to bring Balochistan on par with Punjab.
Updated 16 Nov, 2023 09:52am
Says Nawaz should try to focus on issues in Lahore; several politicians, including ex-Balochistan chief minister Jam Kamal, join PML-N.
Updated 14 Nov, 2023 09:47pm
Inclusion of Chandia brothers in the party, along with the promise for PML-N ticket, has infuriated former PML-N MPA Hamad Nawaz Tipu.
Updated 14 Nov, 2023 10:15am
Seeks accountability of two former chief ministers before polls.
Updated 14 Nov, 2023 10:27am
PPP chairman vows to introduce Mazdoor card just like Benazir card.
Published 14 Nov, 2023 07:24am
Relevance of outgoing assembly, careful consideration of political legitimacy concerns, inclusive decision-making are vital to securing appointment's credibility, moral legitimacy.
Updated 12 Nov, 2023 01:06pm
PML-N supremo asks party's new manifesto committee to come up a narrative to counter impression of being "establishment's party".
Published 12 Nov, 2023 07:01am
The onus remains on the caretaker set-up and the ECP to demonstrate their commitment to their respective mandates.
Updated 12 Nov, 2023 08:54am
Political leaders, activists among others endorse the code for fair polls.
Updated 11 Nov, 2023 10:26am
Sources say ex-MPA Mian Islam Aslam, having 23 years of association with PML-N, to switch over to another party due to denial of ticket.
Updated 11 Nov, 2023 10:41am
Says neither the MQM-P nor the PML-N had stated that the two parties would contest the elections together.
Published 10 Nov, 2023 11:39am
Senior US official at State Dept says govt aligned with the will of its people is better suited to implement economic reforms.
Updated 10 Nov, 2023 09:02am
Threaten street protests on issue; JI's Youth Wing stages rally in Timergara against proposed transfer of 350 Mardan university employees.
Published 09 Nov, 2023 07:21am
For the first time since NA dissolution, PPP has put direct blame on the PML-N, using a tone it once reserved for the PTI.
Updated 09 Nov, 2023 07:42am
Says it is of the “utmost importance” that the govt makes efforts as a “neutral entity to provide a level playing field for all political parties”.
Published 08 Nov, 2023 06:24pm
Parties to adopt joint strategy to put an end to public's woes; PPP "welcomes" move; PM reiterates support to ECP in conducting transparent polls.
Updated 07 Nov, 2023 08:15pm
Delegation of former party lawmakers to call on Nawaz Sharif to share the Gujrat chapter’s concerns over reports of seat adjustment with PML-Q.
Updated 07 Nov, 2023 10:05am
PML-N says party's election campaign has entered "new phase" with start of Nawaz's meetings in central secretariat.
Updated 06 Nov, 2023 07:33pm
Questioning their value, businesses appear disinterested in manifestos of the political parties.
Updated 06 Nov, 2023 09:52am
The exclusive focus on foreign investment by SIFC is a cause for concern and may not yield the desired results.
Updated 06 Nov, 2023 10:12am
"With which status, Ishaq Dar is holding the office of leader of the house in Senate," asks PPP Secretary General Nayyar Bukhari.
Published 06 Nov, 2023 05:16am
Says polls should be free and fair with a “level playing field” for all; Bilawal congratulates nation on announcement of election date.
Updated 04 Nov, 2023 07:10am
Top judge remarks apex court has "no role" in setting date for polls, SC only facilitated ECP and president in reaching a conclusion.
Updated 03 Nov, 2023 03:52pm
PTI seeks action against CEC for "violating Constitution"; PPP, PML-N, MQM-P and others hail ECP’s decision.
Updated 03 Nov, 2023 09:20am
For an NA ticket, the price is set at Rs200,000 while provincial assemblies seat aspirants will have to pay Rs100,000 with their application.
Updated 03 Nov, 2023 09:28am
