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PPP's Asif Ali Zardari opposes calls for early elections in Pakistan

He said that Imran Khan was demanding early elections and the PPP was not afraid of polls, but it wanted electoral reforms before holding the polls.

US propped change in Pak govt, says Imran; compares Shehbaz with Mir Jafar

Talking about the anti-army accusations, Khan clarified that he did not criticise the armed forces as they were a crucial force that was holding the country together

Former Pak Pm Imran Khan warns Shehbaz government against arresting him

Former Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan has launched an all-out attack on the current government and warned that all plans against arresting him would backfire.

Imran Khan launches app to gain youth support amid political tug of war

Former Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan is scurrying to take the Pakistani youth onboard his party and in order to fulfill this, he has launched a party membership application called "Raabta".

Pakistan reports first case of Covid-19 Omicron sub-variant BA.2.12.1

Pakistan on Monday reported the first case of Covid-19 Omicron sub-variant BA.2.12.1.

Pak leader claims IMF delaying meeting, seeking hike in petroleum prices

As per Pakistan Tehreek-i-Insaf spokesperson on finance Muzzammil Aslam, the IMF has deferred a meeting with Pakistan authorities until May 18 as they are seeking a hike in petrol and diesel prices

Pakistan stock mkt tumbles as investors fret about unclear economic policy

The Pakistan Stock Exchange 100 index dropped by 1,447.67 points, or 3.23 per cent, to 43,393.14, its lowest since March 22

Shehbaz Sharif warns Imran Khan of legal action for provocative statements

Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has accused Imran Khan of planning to trigger a civil war and warned of legal action for concocting a narrative against the country's national institutions.

Covid-19 pandemic: First case of Omicron sub-variant detected in Pakistan

This new sub-variant is causing increasing number of cases in different countries, the National Institute of Health tweeted

IMF suggests revoking govt subsidies in Pak, talks scheduled on May 18

The Express Tribune reported that the IMF has informed the country's government that it could send a mission to Doha for one week on May 18

Pakistan reports 64 new cases, overall Covid tally reaches over 1.5 million

A total of 30,375 people died from COVID-19 in Pakistan, with no more deaths recorded on Sunday, according to the ministry's statistics

2 mn people to march to Islamabad on May 20: Imran Khan warns Shahbaz govt

Khan told the Shehbaz Sharif-led government that two million people will come to the federal capital irrespective of how many containers are put up to create hindrances

Not in favour of any narrative against US, will try to improve ties: Pak PM

While talking to reporters in Lahore, Shehbaz Sharif said that the word 'revenge' doesn't lie in their dictionary. However, the law will find its own way.

Pak army slams 'deliberate attempts' to defame it after Imran govt outster

Pakistan's army warned its critics on Sunday to avoid throwing dirt on the premier institution as it took "strong exception" to "intensified and deliberate attempts" to drag it in politics

Pakistan reports 46 fresh Coronavirus cases and three more deaths

This comes amid World Health Organisation (WHO) estimates that suggest that the actual number of COVID-19 deaths in Pakistan was eight times the figure reported by the government

Pak: Punjab bans commercial fishing for 10 yrs after river fish stocks fall

Fisheries Department Secretary Shahid Zaman issued an order regarding this. As per the order, the ban will come into force from September 1 and will remain in force till July 31, 2032

Pakistan dispatches aid of emergency relief items for Afghan flood victims

"Pakistan as a neighbouring country has been at the forefront of efforts for provision of humanitarian assistance for the Afghan people," the Ministry said in a statement

Pak PM vows to curb flour price at govt's own expense amid wheat shortage

The reason for this shortage is reduced area under wheat cultivation, shortage of water and fertilizer, and delay in the announcement of support price

Ex-Pak FM Ishaq Dar advises govt to renegotiate IMF bailout package

"We have to run the country and not ruin it by taking dictations," said the former Finance Minister, reported Geo News

Pak investigation agency probes senior journalist Sami Abraham under PECA

The journalist has been accused of levelling false allegations against senior government functionaries, reported ARY News.