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KP governor dissolves assembly on CM Mahmood’s advice

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KP governor dissolves assembly on CM Mahmood's advice
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Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Governor Haji Ghulam Ali on Wednesday signed a summary sent by Chief Minister Mahmood Khan for dissolution of the provincial assembly. 

The governor has directed Mr Khan to continue as chief minister until the caretaker set-up is finalised. He has also asked the chief minister and opposition to select a name for the caretaker CM position. 

A day earlier, the chief minister sent the summary to the governor, stating: “I, Mahmood Khan, Chief Minister, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa in pursuance of provisions in Article 112(1) of the Constitution of Islamic Republic of Pakistan, do hereby forward my advice for dissolution of provincial assembly of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa on 17th January, 2023, at 2100 hours (9pm).” 

This comes just days after Chief Minister Chaudhry Parvez Elahi dissolved Punjab Assembly as part of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) chairman Imran Khan s strategy to exert pressure on the federal government to announce date for the general election. 

As the assembly is dissolved, the government and opposition will recommend three names each for the interim CM post and they will have three days to reach an agreement on one name. If the deadlock between both sides persists, the governor will then ask the KP Assembly speaker to form a parliamentary committee to resolve the issue. 

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The matter for selection of the interim chief minister will be sent to the Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP) if the committee fails to reach a consensus.   

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Imran should be tried in military courts, says Sardar Tanveer Ilyas

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Former Azad Jammu and Kashmir (AJ&K) Prime Minister Sardar Tanveer Ilyas on Wednesday said PTI chief Imran Khan should be tried in military courts.

Talking to the media at Jinnah House, he said May 9 events were regrettable, adding that no amount of condemnation was enough. “Mr Khan tried to detrack the youth and made false promises to them,” he added.

He went on to say that the Pakistan Army was standing beside the country in difficult times, adding that it was the guarantor of the country’s security. “Many people like Imran will have to be sacrificed for the sake of the country,” he added.

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Elections will be held on Nawaz Sharif’s return, says Talal Chaudhry

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Elections will be held on Nawaz Sharif's return, says Talal Chaudhry

Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) leader Fawad Chaudhry on Wednesday said that elections will be held in the country upon the arrival of former prime minister Nawaz Sharif.

Speaking to the media, Mr Chaudhry made it clear that the PML-N supremo will lead the party’s election campaign. In connection with the May 9 mayhem, Mr Chaudhry made it clear that the culprits should be brought to justice.

“No one will be given NRO under pressure. Many people are joining different parties. However, the PML-N’s bus is already full. We already have many prominent politicians and candidates in every constituency of Punjab,” Mr Chaudhry maintained.

He asserted, “The events that took place on May 9 did not happen in a day. But planning for the May 9 vandalism has been years in the making. The case of May 9 riots is a test for the state.” 

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On Tuesday, PML-N Senior Vice President Maryam Nawaz held a meeting with Australian High Commissioner Neil Hawkins to discuss matters of mutual interest.

During the meeting, Ms Nawaz expressed her gratitude to Australia for its humanitarian assistance to Pakistan during the COVID-19 pandemic.

She acknowledged the valuable support provided by Australia and emphasized the importance of the historic partnership between the two countries.

Maryam Nawaz specifically highlighted Australia’s significant role in the education of Pakistani students and stressed the need for further collaboration in sectors such as education, culture, trade, and investment.

In response, Australian High Commissioner Neil Hawkins congratulated Maryam Nawaz on her party post within the PML-N. He commended her on her new role and expressed his optimism for a productive collaboration between Pakistan and Australia.

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Maryam Nawaz underscored the potential of bilateral trade to enhance the relationship between Pakistan and Australia. She highlighted that increased trade ties could lead to stronger bonds between the two nations.

Additionally, Maryam Nawaz proposed exploring joint activities in sports, particularly cricket, as a means to foster a favorable environment for the youth.

She also highlighted the vast opportunities for cooperation in the areas of trade and tourism.

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Sindh govt announces compensation for motorcycles burnt during May 9 violence

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Sindh govt announces compensation for motorcycles burnt during May 9 violence

The Sindh government made a significant announcement on Wednesday, declaring its decision to provide new motorcycles to the owners whose vehicles were burnt during the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) protest that took place on May 9.

According to official reports, a total of six motorcycles were set ablaze in Karachi during the PTI protest, causing significant financial losses to their owners.

In response to this unfortunate incident, the provincial government has taken a proactive step to alleviate the hardships faced by the affected individuals.

Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) leader Murtaza Wahab, expressed his concern for the victims and urged them to come forward with necessary documentation to claim their compensation.

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Murtaza Wahab emphasized that the affected individuals should provide the police report, proof of motorcycle ownership, and any other relevant documents to facilitate the pro

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