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Islamabad, Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) faced a double blow in the lead-up to the upcoming elections: their preferred "bat" symbol was denied by the Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP), and they opted to boycott the commission's hearing on the matter. Adding to the surprise, PTI candidates were
Bilawal Bhutto
Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) Chairman Bilawal Bhutto Zardari fired up a passionate rally in Dera Murad Jamali, boldly targeting his political rivals and laying out his vision for Balochistan and the nation. In a speech laden with metaphors and political jabs, Bhutto declared, "The call is no more. Now
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Islamabad: In a move aimed at boosting female political participation, the Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP) has announced a mandatory 5% quota for women candidates on general seats in the upcoming 2024 general elections. This requirement applies to all political parties that have been allotted electoral symbols under Section 206
PPP
LAHORE, Jan 12: The Pakistan People's Party (PPP) has officially released its roster of candidates for National Assembly constituencies in Lahore, with Bilawal Bhutto Zardari set to contest from NA-127. The lineup includes Syed Asif Hashmi for NA-117, Shahid Abbas for NA-118, Iftikhar Shahid for NA-119, Munir Ahmed
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
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.
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Islamabad, Pakistan's general election preparations are ramping up as the third phase, focused on resolving candidate objections, kicks off today. This phase involves appeals against the decisions of Returning Officers (ROs) regarding the acceptance or rejection of nomination papers. Candidates contesting for the National and Provincial Assemblies can
Amir Mateen
The courts remain divided, creating an impression that two and a half High Courts are opposed to one party, while the others are in favor. Questions arise about the adherence to the law in this scenario. Deciphering the judgments of the Supreme Court seems to hinge on scrutinizing the composition
Imran Khan
Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) founder Imran Khan's bid for a seat in the 2024 general elections from Lahore has hit a snag with an objection filed against his nomination papers. Mian Naseer, a Pakistan Muslim League-N (PML-N) candidate and former provincial assembly member, submitted the objection, citing Khan'
ECP
ISLAMABAD, Dec 27 : The Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP) has inaugurated the Election Monitoring and Control Center (EMCC) to facilitate public engagement and address concerns promptly. ECP spokesperson on Wednesday revealed that citizens can now reach out to the EMCC to register complaints and provide feedback related to the electoral
ECP
ISLAMABAD: The Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP) has finalized the plan for polling stations across the country ahead of the highly anticipated general elections. According to official documents, over 92,000 polling stations will be established to facilitate nationwide voting. The final polling scheme will be publicly released 15 days
Chairman PTI
Peshawar, The Peshawar High Court on Tuesday suspended the Election Commission of Pakistan's (ECP) decision to declare the party's intra-party elections null and void, and to withdraw its iconic bat symbol. This temporary reprieve allows the PTI to potentially contest the upcoming general elections with its
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,
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ISLAMABAD, Former federal minister and seasoned politician Muhammad Ali Durrani has expressed concerns over the upcoming February 8, 2024 elections, drawing parallels with the notorious 1977 election. He asserted that stripping away election symbols, limiting nomination papers, curtailing election activities, and suppressing freedom of expression do not constitute a fair
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LAHORE, : Mian Nawaz Sharif, a prominent leader of the Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N), and former Prime Minister has officially submitted his nomination papers for NA-130, accompanied by Bilal Yasin as his covering candidate. The crucial scrutiny process for Nawaz Sharif is scheduled to take place on December 26. Meanwhile, on