Trends - ELECTIONS 2018

MQM at disadvantage at Karachi's NA-252 after delimitation slashes Mohajir vote

PPP may face a setback in Pakhtun-inhabited areas of the constituency that comprises Manghopir.

Published 19 Jul, 2018 03:54pm

'Prime Minister in waiting'

The general election this time is all about him — and those opposing him in various parts of the country.

Updated 19 Jul, 2018 04:31pm

DC Sanghar begins inquiry into alleged rigging via postal ballots at Shahdadpur hospital

Independent candidate alleges health department officials tried to force lady health workers to vote for PPP candidate.

Published 19 Jul, 2018 03:28pm

Pakistan's argument in Jadhav case 'very strong', claims FO spokesperson

FO says India had no response to Pakistan's queries on Jadhav's case.

Updated 17 Jul, 2019 10:17am

CTD says Ansarul Sharia has formed alliance with TTP, LJ to target politicians

The trio of banned outfits wants to sabotage July 25 elections.

Published 19 Jul, 2018 01:11pm

'No direct role of army in July 25 elections,' DG ISPR tells Senate committee

"Army shall assist ECP strictly within the bounds of given mandate as per the ECP code of conduct," says Gen Bajwa.

Updated 19 Jul, 2018 06:47pm

Election rigging 101: How to steal a mandate

How is the polling process exploited for personal advantage and how are voter perceptions manipulated?

Updated 19 Jul, 2018 07:13pm

ECP bars Imran Khan from using inappropriate language during campaigning

Khan's counsel assures election body that the PTI chief will abide by its orders.

Published 19 Jul, 2018 12:01pm

Punjab interim CM promises best possible security on election day

Hasan Askari says voters will be provided a peaceful atmosphere.

Updated 21 Jul, 2018 08:37am

New name, old ideology: Banned outfits 'still in the race' in upcoming polls

Number of candidates from banned religious and extremist outfits competing in elections is believed to be significant.

Published 19 Jul, 2018 09:44am

Elections 101: What is delimitation and why does it matter?

Dawn.com explains how the demarcation of constituencies is done.

Updated 19 Jul, 2018 03:51pm

Editorial: The language used in electioneering indicates just how mature our society is

Former KP chief minister's recent outburst was just one of many regrettable utterances this poll season has seen.

Published 19 Jul, 2018 08:30am

Editorial: Recommendations of HRCP should be heeded to protect the vote's integrity

The ECP, the caretaker setups and state institutions must draw up a set of concrete actions to address this concern.

Published 19 Jul, 2018 08:16am

PML-N to form next govt in KP, claims Muqam

Amir Muqam promises initiation of special industrial zone under CPEC.

Updated 19 Jul, 2018 11:44am

Reject corrupt politicians through ballot: JI

Siraj claims MMA will sweep elections

Published 19 Jul, 2018 06:30am

Workers oppose PTI candidate in Bajaur

Party activists complain of candidate's "bad behaviour".

Updated 19 Jul, 2018 11:43am

Three candidates in the running for Darra’s NA-51

Former PML-N MNA Baz Gul contesting as independent.

Updated 19 Jul, 2018 11:38am

Candidates in Haripur get notices for violating code of conduct

District monitoring officer says candidates failing to comply with orders would face legal action.

Updated 19 Jul, 2018 11:38am

Safdar’s brother gets PML-N symbol for NA-14

ECP move comes at Sajjad Ahmad’s request.

Updated 19 Jul, 2018 11:36am

Distant polling stations to affect women turnout in Bannu, Waziristan

Candidates complain influential people plan to bar women from vote.

Updated 19 Jul, 2018 11:36am

PPP casts doubts about election fairness

Party leader Zahir Shah claims parties facing hurdles in campaign.

Updated 19 Jul, 2018 11:32am

Polling stations in Punjab categorised on basis of threats

Faisalabad has highest number of category A, or most sensitive, polling stations.

Updated 19 Jul, 2018 11:00am

PM asked to ensure free, fair elections

NCHR asks caretakers to provide a level playing field to all parties.

Updated 19 Jul, 2018 10:56am

Chakwal RO asks journalists to ensure impartiality

Chakwal's DRO asks all local journalists to submit undertaking promising that they will be impartial.

Updated 19 Jul, 2018 10:54am

Sana, Abid stick to their old constituencies despite rivalry

None of them tried to change their constituency because of their vote bank.

Updated 19 Jul, 2018 10:02am

Bilawal questions ‘leg-up’ to Imran in polls

PPP chief promises food card initiative for the masses.

Updated 19 Jul, 2018 09:25am

Aitzaz sees attempts to spoil elections

Ahsan blamed both the PTI and PML-N for using religion for electoral purposes.

Updated 19 Jul, 2018 09:26am

Party plans colourful but cautious welcome for Bilawal

LAHORE: The Pakistan People’s Party (PPP) pins high hopes on the party chairman’s first visit to the provincial...

Published 19 Jul, 2018 06:30am

Govt to tackle speculations about polls’ uncertainty

“Tell people that elections are being held on July 25 in any case and they should not doubt them.”

Updated 19 Jul, 2018 09:47am

Six constituencies of Muzaffargarh: Independents, PPP candidates exude strength

MUZAFFARGARH: Some independents and PPP candidates seem stronger in six national assembly constituencies of...

Published 19 Jul, 2018 06:30am