8th November 2023 News Headlines
A summary of today's important and breaking news regarding PTI and the country that the mainstream media of Pakistan will never show you.
The cipher case involves a courtroom trial, not a confidential proceeding.
Today, Chief Justice of Islamabad High Court Aamer Farooq acknowledged concerns about Imran Khan and Shah Mahmood Qureshi's trial being held in jail for security reasons, branding it a secret trial. Yet, it remains uncertain when the decision will be made about allowing family and others to witness the case.
The outcome, like many other decisions, is still uncertain.
Nawaz Sharif asked for a simple majority, but from whom?
Spoiled brat Nawaz Sharif, asked for a simple majority this time. He sought a two-thirds majority in 2013 and got it. Now, he is asking for a simple majority, meaning more than 172 seats. The issue is that those he asked from can't comply, and those who can, want to teach him a lesson by not voting for him. People are unhappy with Nawaz Sharif. Recent surveys show PML-N's popularity at 10-20%, while PTI enjoys 80-90% support. The question is, how can Nawaz Sharif secure a simple majority amidst this discontent?
The jail superintendent remains obstinate despite receiving a contempt of Court notice.
Upon the court's request, the Adiala Jail superintendent has again denied Imran Khan the chance to speak to his sons by phone, citing unavailability of the facility. The hearing was postponed due to the judge's absence. Sadly, this not only violates court orders and basic human rights but also indicates a broader suspension of the Constitution in this context.
Pakistan has become a land without a constitution from today.
As soon as the date of November 7 passed, the 90-day grace period given in the Constitution of Pakistan ended. The caretaker government has made Pakistan's land unconstitutional by not holding elections within 90 days of the dissolution of the National Assembly. Will the Supreme Court, which has taken an oath to protect the constitution of Pakistan, take action against the violators and punish them, or is the law and punishment reserved only for innocent people like Imran Khan?
PTI's lawyers meet Election Commission officials. Barrister Gohar.
At our request, me and Babar Awan met with the Election Commission, a 45-minute session attended by the Chief Election Commissioner and members. We presented our Charter of Demands, emphasizing the need for fair campaigns. We emphasized our restricted access to meetings and the prohibition of printing PTI flags and banners. We urged for a notification allowing fair campaigning. We raised concerns about the caretaker government's improper fund releases and potential power supply issues, noting PML-N's role in electricity distribution. Our election symbol order is pending. Detailed instructions have been requested. The Election Commission assured PTI's bat symbol. A resolution is expected in a few days. Imran Khan remains PTI Chairman. The Commission's constitutional duty is to conduct elections, ensuring a level playing field. The Chief Election Commissioner affirmed acceptance of our legitimate submissions. The meeting was productive, and we hope that the Election Commission will fulfil its role.
Lahore High Court allowed corner meetings in Shahdara.
Lahore High Court allowed PTI to hold a corner meeting in Shahdara. The court allowed PTI to hold a corner meeting on November 19. Justice Ali Baqir Najafi heard Akmal Khan's request. Ali Jaffri, Advocate, appeared on behalf of the petitioner. Regarding the election, they want to hold a corner meeting in the Shahdara area of Lahore.
Shahbaz Sharif promised ten billion while he was the Prime Minister, but KPK has not received it yet.
Despite Shahbaz Sharif's promise of 10 billion after last year's flood in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, the provincial government hasn't received it. Only the funds raised by Imran Khan in a personal telethon, even though, he was not the Prime Minister, reached the province and other areas, including Sindh, showcasing his sincerity. This stark difference reveals the true intentions behind Shahbaz Sharif's actions. Imran Khan genuinely empathizes with the people's pain.
The Ehsaas program, initiated by Imran Khan, was introduced in the Senate to provide relief to the people.
After a delay of one and a half years, Senator Sania Nishtar's proposed program to aid impoverished families has finally been forwarded to the Senate's Standing Committee. This initiative, named "Riayat," is an integral part of the Ehsaas program and aims to assist the neediest families in purchasing essential items directly. This support is crucial, especially amid a situation where food prices have surged by 40%.
The unconstitutional caretaker prime minister has left for a visit to three countries, while the nurses of PIMS have not received their salary for five months.
The unconstitutional caretaker Prime Minister Kakar, without any mandate, became the representative of 26 crore people without their permission and went on an unconstitutional tour of three countries on their tax money. Leave other institutions aside only in Islamabad, two hundred nurses of PIMS Hospital have not received a salary for five months.
Despite cruelty and fascism, people started an election campaign for Imran Khan.
With the announcement of the election, oppression and fascism against PTI increased. Despite court orders, PTI, is not allowed to hold rallies or corner meetings. On the contrary, they are being abducted and arrested illegally. Even in such situations, people are raising their voices for Imran Khan in their way. City to City conveys Imran Khan's message by putting up posters. Imran Khan had rightly said, "I don't need candidates because the whole nation stands with me".