ECP
ISLAMABAD, Umar Hameed, Secretary of the Election Commission of Pakistan, has tendered his resignation from the esteemed position. Media reports confirm that Hameed's departure is attributed to health concerns that have rendered him unable to continue his duties effectively. Citing his current health condition, Hameed expressed the necessity
Jamaat-e-Islami
Islamabad, Jamaat-e-Islami Senator Mushtaq Ahmed has lodged a counter-resolution in the Senate, vehemently opposing the recent decision to postpone elections. Describing the resolution as a violation of the constitution, Ahmed asserts that such a move is beyond the Senate's authority. He argues that conducting elections is a constitutional
Chairman PTI
Multan: The Election Tribunal has granted approval for the nomination papers of Nazia Dasti, the wife of PTI candidate Jamshed Dasti, from Muzaffargarh, as hearings continue on appeals against the rejection of nomination papers. In a recent hearing featuring eight appeals, former MNA Jamshed Dasti, his wife Nazia, and nephew
ECP
Islamabad: The Election Commission has firmly stated that the Senate resolution will have no bearing on the upcoming election schedule. In a statement released by the Election Commission, it emphasized that only directives from the Supreme Court can influence the election timeline. The scheduled date for the general elections remains
Senate
ISLAMABAD - The Senate of Pakistan has passed a resolution urging the Election Commission to postpone the upcoming general elections, originally scheduled for February 8th. The resolution, presented by Senator Dilawar Khan, cites concerns over harsh weather conditions in some areas and potential security threats as reasons for the delay.
ElectionCommission
ISLAMABAD, Jan 03: Judges of the Election Tribunal voiced their displeasure regarding the actions of Returning Officers (ROs), particularly their decisions to reject nomination papers, sparking the judges' ire. Justice Chaudhry Abdul Aziz, a member of the Election Tribunal, on Wednesday overturned the RO's decision to reject
ECP
Islamabad, The concluding day for the submission of nomination papers for Pakistan's imminent general elections witnessed a flurry of activity, with an astounding 28,626 papers filed nationwide, vying for positions in both National and Provincial Assemblies. This robust participation reflects a heightened interest in the electoral process,
election
Islamabad: The Election Commission of Pakistan on Friday has extended the deadline for submitting nomination papers for the upcoming general elections. Candidates now have until December 24 to file their paperwork, two days beyond the initial window of December 20th to 22nd. The decision comes after appeals from major parties
ElectionCommission
ISLAMABAD, Dec 19 (INP): Pakistan's election season has officially begun, with nomination papers for the February 8th, 2024, general elections being issued across the country. In Rawalpindi district, the release of papers for 7 National and 14 Provincial seats has ignited the electoral frenzy. A total of 21
Bilawal Bhutto Zardari
Lahore, Dec 19 : Pakistan People's Party (PPP) Chairman Bilawal Bhutto Zardari urged for a shift away from traditional politics, emphasizing the need for justice in cases he believes are politically motivated. Addressing the Lahore High Court Bar on Tuesday, Bilawal reiterated his gratitude for the hearing of a
ElectionCommission
Islamabad, Pakistani women and minorities seeking to compete for reserved seats in the upcoming provincial and National Assembly elections can now obtain nomination papers, easing the process and encouraging participation. In a press release issued on December 18, the Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP) announced that interested candidates can acquire
ECP
ISLAMABAD, Dec 12 : The Election Commission of Pakistan, taking an important step in the preparations for the 2024 general elections, has issued notification for the appointment of District Returning Officers and Returning Officers. In a statement issued by the spokesperson of the Election Commission of Pakistan, it has been stated
ECP
Islamabad, The Islamabad High Court (IHC) has issued a notice to the Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP) seeking a response by Monday regarding the alleged violation of NA-35 Kohat constituency delimitation. The Chief Justice, Mr. Amir Farooq, has also requested to hear the case. Barrister Umar Ejaz Gilani, appearing on
ECP
PESHAWAR: In a significant development, the Peshawar High Court has ordered the Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP) to refrain from taking any final decision against the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) regarding its recent intra-party elections. The order came during a hearing of a petition filed by the PTI challenging the ECP&
LahoreCourt
LAHORE: The Lahore High Court has directed that the petition filed by former Prime Minister Imran Khan against the Election Commission and his jail trial be sent to a full bench for hearing. Justice Alia Neelam, hearing the petition, instructed that all notification records related to Khan's jail
MQM
Karachi, Pakistan: Muttahida Qaumi Movement (MQM) leader Khalid Maqbool Siddiqui, alongside Mustafa Kamal, Aminul Haq, Rauf Siddiqui and other party leaders, held a press conference at Pakistan House, Karachi. They expressed concerns over the lack of transparency in elections and demanded early, impartial, and acceptable polls. Siddiqui highlighted the city&