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Express Tribune
2 hours ago
- Politics
- Express Tribune
'Dark moment in our history'
Listen to article The PTI has strongly condemned the Supreme Court's verdict in the reserved seats case, calling it a violation of constitutional and democratic principles. In a statement released by PTI's Central Media Department on Friday, Imran Khan's party described the verdict as a "continuation of state oppression" and "a robbery of the public mandate". Once again, the constitutional right of the PTI has been looted through a judicial bench, it said. The statement noted that the Supreme Court had previously ruled in PTI's favour, recognizing its entitlement to the reserved seats but it has now contradicted that stance. The statement added that this verdict tramples the spirit of justice, the people's vote, and the right to representation. "The PTI presented constitutional points and legal arguments before judicial forums for months, but it has become evident that the courts exist only to serve the elite." The PTI alleged that the reserved seats were distributed "like spoils of war" among parties that lacked public support, calling it a blatant mockery of democracy. It went on to say: "This verdict marks one of the darkest days in Pakistan's constitutional history. First, the electoral process was attacked, the bat symbol was taken away, party workers were arrested, and now the public mandate has been rejected." Calling the current system "devoid of public, constitutional, and democratic values," the PTI declared that this is now a system where speaking the truth is a crime, demanding rights is rebellion, and voting for Imran Khan is an unforgivable sin. "We may be disappointed by the courts, but not by the people. And we know that in the end, victory will belong to truth, the Constitution, and Imran Khan," it stated. Meanwhile, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif welcomed the decision. In a statement, he congratulated the government's legal team and appreciated it for the tireless work. He said the correct interpretation of the law in the decision established the supremacy of the Constitution and law. He urged the opposition to work together with the government and play its positive role for development and prosperity of the country.
Business Recorder
4 hours ago
- Politics
- Business Recorder
No interest in holding talks with political parties: DG ISPR
RAWALPINDI: Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) Director General Lt Gen Ahmed Sharif Chaudhry denied any backchannel communication or negotiations with former prime minister Imran Khan. In an interview with a British media outlet, the Pakistan military's spokesperson said, 'The military is not interested in talking to political parties, emphasising that dialogue and political negotiations are the responsibility of politicians.' Recorded on May 18 at the ISPR headquarters, the interview addressed several pressing topics including political instability, relations with neighbouring countries and others. Lt Gen Ahmed Sharif reiterated the military's longstanding position that it operates strictly under the constitutional framework. 'We speak to the state, not to individual political parties,' he said. According to him, the military serves the elected government of the time and should not be dragged into political debates or controversies. Responding to persistent claims about the military's involvement in politics, particularly following the ouster of Imran Khan's government, Gen Sharif blamed political actors for creating and spreading such narratives to mask their own shortcomings. The ISPR chief elaborated on the military's support in civil sectors like health, disaster response, and infrastructure development. He noted the army's key role during the Covid-19 pandemic and in polio vaccination drives. 'We act upon requests by the federal and provincial governments,' he added. On the complex security situation in Balochistan, the army's spokesperson said the region faces hybrid warfare driven by separatist elements and foreign-funded propaganda. He acknowledged the issue of enforced disappearances but stressed that no one has the right to illegally detain citizens. A judicial commission, he noted, is actively working on these cases. Lt Gen Sharif defended Pakistan's approach to media regulations and online monitoring. He pointed to Article 19 of the Constitution, which allows freedom of expression with reasonable restrictions. He also criticised what he described as double standards in global discourse on media freedoms, comparing Pakistan's environment with India's. Regarding Pakistan's security concerns stemming from Afghanistan, Gen Sharif stated that militant sanctuaries across the border continue to pose threats. He confirmed that Pakistan has conducted targeted operations across the border, including the recent Operation Bunyan-un-Marsoos on May 10, aimed at neutralising threats. 'A single Pakistani life is more precious than a thousand foreign ones,' he asserted, underlining the military's commitment to protecting national sovereignty and citizen safety.
Business Recorder
4 hours ago
- Politics
- Business Recorder
PTI assails SC verdict
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) on Friday criticised on the Supreme Court's Constitutional Bench verdict in the reserved seats review case, alleging that it was violation of the party's constitutional rights. Speaking at a presser following the apex court's ruling, PTI spokesman Sheikh Waqas Akram termed the verdict a blatant attempt to trample on the will of the people and desecrate their votes. He alleged that the judgment was a dark stain in Pakistan's constitutional and democratic history, exposing the catastrophic fallout of the controversial 26th Constitutional Amendment. 'This amendment has crippled the judiciary and wiped He alleged that the judiciary was siding with a 'privileged elite' while stabbing fairness in the back, redistributing 'PTI's hard-earned seats to parties rejected by the voters'. Labelling the verdict as part of a vicious, ongoing campaign against PTI, Akram dredged up what he called a blatant electoral fraud of the February 8, 2024 polls to the relentless harassment and intimidation of party workers and candidates. He claimed that the prolonged imprisonment of PTI chief Imran Khan and senior leaders was a punishment for daring to defend constitutional supremacy and democratic freedoms. He opined that the country can no longer claim to be a constitutional or representative democracy. However, he reiterated his g faith in the masses and in Imran Khan's leadership. 'Truth will prevail. The constitution will be restored. And the people's mandate will roar back to life.' Copyright Business Recorder, 2025
Arab News
10 hours ago
- Politics
- Arab News
Pakistan's top court rules Imran Khan's party ineligible for reserved parliamentary seats
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan's top court on Friday ruled the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) party of jailed former prime minister Imran Khan is not entitled to reserved seats in the national and provincial legislatures, setting aside an earlier judgment that had granted the party its share. The Supreme Court's Constitutional Bench dismissed all review petitions filed by PTI and allied petitioners, reinstating the Peshawar High Court's earlier ruling rejecting the allocation of reserved seats to the party. 'The impugned majority judgment dated 12.07.2024 is set aside… and the judgment rendered by the Peshawar High Court, Peshawar is restored,' the short order read. The dispute about the reserved seats stems from the February 8 general elections, where PTI candidates contested as independents after the party lost its electoral symbol for not holding valid intra-party elections, as required under the Elections Act. Despite winning the most general seats in the national polls, the Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP) ruled that PTI was ineligible for reserved seats for women and minorities in parliament, which are allocated based on proportional representation from among the seats won by political parties. Last year in July, the Supreme Court reversed the ECP's decision, terming it unconstitutional and ordering the reserved seats to be allocated to PTI. However, the government subsequently passed amendments to the Elections Act, 2017, in a move widely seen as targeting PTI's eligibility for reserved seats. The revised law stipulated that only those candidates who had formally declared their party affiliation before the returning officer — and whose party had submitted lists of nominees for reserved seats within the legal deadline — would be entitled to such allocations. Since PTI-backed candidates contested the February election as independents, and the party did not submit lists for reserved seats, the amendments effectively barred it from claiming a share. With Friday's verdict, the apex court has now ruled that the independents backed by PTI in the February election cannot be treated as party nominees for the purpose of seat allocation. Responding to the development, Khan's party described the short order as the 'funeral … of justice' in a social media post. The government, on the other hand, welcomed the decision, with Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif congratulating its legal team's 'tireless efforts.' 'The decision has upheld the supremacy of the Constitution and law, and ensured correct interpretation of legal provisions,' he said in a statement. 'The opposition should now join the government in playing a constructive role for the country's development and prosperity,' he added. The reserved seats in question will now be allocated to other political parties, including Sharif's Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) party and its coalition partners. The top court's verdict will numerically strengthen the government while dealing yet another blow to Khan's PTI, which has faced legal and political challenges since the downfall of its administration in a no-confidence vote in April 2022.
India.com
14 hours ago
- Sport
- India.com
Top 9 Captains With Most Wickets In Test Cricket History: Imran Khan Leads, Pat Cummins Follows Behind, Kapil Dev At…
photoDetails english 2923279 Updated:Jun 27, 2025, 07:37 PM IST Imran Khan – 187 Wickets in 48 Tests 1 / 10 Imran Khan stands tall as the most prolific wicket-taking Test captain in cricket history. Leading Pakistan from the front, he took 187 wickets in just 48 matches, averaging around 20 with the ball. Pat Cummins – 139 Wickets in 35 Tests 2 / 10 Australia's current skipper, Pat Cummins, has quickly risen to second on the all-time list with 139 wickets as Test captain. A modern-day pace machine, Cummins has led from the front with accuracy, hostility, and relentless pressure. Richie Benaud – 138 Wickets in 28 Tests 3 / 10 Richie Benaud, the legendary Australian leg-spinner and broadcaster, was one of the earliest captains to achieve great success with the ball. In just 28 Tests as captain, Benaud collected 138 wickets and was known for his tactical brilliance and miserly economy rate. Garry Sobers – 117 Wickets in 39 Tests 4 / 10 Sir Garfield Sobers, one of the greatest all-rounders in cricket history, was equally influential with bat and ball as West Indies captain. As a bowler, he delivered 117 wickets in 39 matches, combining left-arm pace and spin depending on the match situation. Daniel Vettori – 116 Wickets in 32 Tests 5 / 10 New Zealand's Daniel Vettori was the epitome of consistency and reliability during his stint as Test captain. The left-arm spinner claimed 116 wickets in 32 matches, often leading the bowling attack in spin-friendly conditions and carrying the team's bowling burden. Kapil Dev – 111 Wickets in 34 Tests 6 / 10 Kapil Dev, India's greatest fast-bowling all-rounder, was a dynamic force as captain during the 1980s. He captured 111 wickets in 34 Test matches while also contributing heavily with the bat. Wasim Akram – 107 Wickets in 25 Tests 7 / 10 Wasim Akram, the Sultan of Swing, was a lethal weapon for Pakistan both as a bowler and a leader. In just 25 Tests as captain, he snared 107 wickets, averaging under 24. Akram's pace, control, and reverse swing made him dangerous even on flat tracks. Bishan Singh Bedi – 106 Wickets in 22 Tests 8 / 10 One of India's finest left-arm spinners, Bishan Singh Bedi, took 106 wickets in only 22 Tests while captaining the side. Bedi was known for his artistry with flight, loop, and control, making life difficult for batters across continents. Shaun Pollock – 103 Wickets in 26 Tests 9 / 10 South African pacer Shaun Pollock was the definition of control and consistency. As captain, he picked up 103 wickets in 26 Tests, relying on seam movement, tight lines, and unwavering discipline. 10 / 10 All Images Credit: X, ESPN Cricinfo
