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“PTI, JUI-F Collaborate to Block Speedy Passage of Bills in National Assembly”

On October 16, 2024, the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) party called for nationwide protests against proposed constitutional amendments, particularly the 26th Constitutional Amendment. This move came after the Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) and the Jamiat Ulema-e-Islam-Fazl (JUI-F) reached a consensus on a joint draft of the contentious judicial package.

The PTI’s political committee decided to resist the constitutional amendments, directing all regional and local organizations to hold peaceful protests against the government’s attempts to introduce the constitutional amendment. PTI leader Raja Basharat criticized the ruling Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) for allegedly attempting to establish a new court to appoint a Chief Justice of their choice.

In response, JUI-F chief Maulana Fazlur Rehman stated that his party would not allow the government to introduce the constitutional package without consensus. He emphasized that the JUI-F was working towards consensus on various points and would continue to reject the government’s proposed draft if an agreement was not reached.

The opposition’s resistance and the government’s efforts to pass the constitutional amendments have led to significant political developments, including protests and debates within the National Assembly. The situation remains dynamic, with ongoing discussions among political parties to address the proposed amendments.

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Court Issues Arrest Warrants for Bushra Bibi in Toshakhana Case

In a significant development, a court has issued arrest warrants for Bushra Bibi, the wife of former Prime Minister Imran Khan, in connection with the ongoing Toshakhana case. The court took this step after Bushra Bibi repeatedly failed to appear for scheduled hearings, despite multiple summonses.

The Toshakhana case involves allegations that the former first lady unlawfully retained valuable gifts from foreign dignitaries without declaring them, a violation of government protocols. The court had earlier instructed Bushra Bibi to present herself for questioning, but her continued absence led to the issuance of arrest warrants.

Legal experts suggest that this action could further escalate the legal challenges facing the former ruling family. The arrest warrants have been issued in the context of mounting pressure on Imran Khan’s party, Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI), as multiple members face legal scrutiny over corruption and other charges. The case remains a focal point in the political landscape, with critics accusing the government of political vendettas.

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Court Issues Arrest Warrants for Bushra Bibi in Toshakhana Case

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Rana Sanaullah Claims PTI Will Not Be Able to Organize Another Protest in Capital

Rana Sanaullah, the Interior Minister of Pakistan, has stated that the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) will not be able to organize another protest in Islamabad. He emphasized that the government is fully prepared to prevent any such attempts, citing strict measures to maintain order and ensure that public safety is not compromised.

The statement comes in the wake of recent political unrest and protests staged by PTI, which have significantly disrupted the capital. Sanaullah assured that the government would take all necessary steps to ensure peace, signaling a firm stance against any future protests by PTI in Islamabad.

PTI leaders, on the other hand, have rejected these claims, accusing the government of attempting to stifle democratic rights and suppressing peaceful protests. The situation has raised tensions in the political landscape, with both sides gearing up for a potentially contentious showdown.