We disagree with imposing decisions made elsewhere on Parliament, Maulana Fazlur Rehman

Isn't there terrorism in Balochistan? All the emergencies that have come are on the account of the PPP, JUI-F chief

Who spoke strongly against the army in the past? Who took the name of former Army Chief General Bajwa in rallies?

A unified national policy against terrorism should be formed, political parties should be taken into confidence by calling an in-camera session of Parliament, talking to the media

    Lahore: Jamiat Ulema-e-Islam (F) chief Maulana Fazlur Rehman has said that this decision should be made by the parliament, who is the supreme? If it is the supreme, then let it decide, decisions should be made elsewhere and imposed on the parliament. We disagree with this, is there terrorism in Balochistan? All the emergencies that have come are in the account of the PPP. A unified national policy against terrorism should be formulated and an in-camera session of the Parliament should be called in this regard and all political parties should be taken into confidence. Without taking the people into confidence, their full participation in the war against terrorism cannot be ensured. I am loyal to the state and appreciate those who have made sacrifices for the country. However, it is my democratic right to disagree with policies. Have I spoken against the army or did Mian Nawaz Sharif himself? I have never criticized institutions but have discussed state policies.

       Talking to the media, Maulana Fazlur Rehman said that the government and state institutions should respect the opinions of political parties and citizens instead of making fun of their sacrifices. We are not making fun of the sacrifices made for the country, but are discussing policies so that they can be reformed. He said that over the past years, 250 scholars and workers of Jamiat Ulema-e-Islam have been martyred in terrorist incidents. Despite these sacrifices, if terrorism is increasing instead of decreasing, then it is necessary to seriously examine the reasons for this.

      He raised the question that there are no terrorist incidents in Balochistan? Instead of imposing the policy unilaterally, the policy against terrorism should be formulated in consultation with all political parties. An in-camera session of the Parliament should be called to review the challenges, strategies and results facing the country so that a joint struggle can be waged against terrorism by taking the nation into confidence.

     Maulana Fazlur Rehman said that when a person points a finger at another, the other fingers are also pointing at him. Who spoke strongly against the army in the past? Who took the name of former Army Chief General Bajwa in rallies? He said that I have never criticized military institutions, but have raised questions regarding the country's economy, investment and state policies. Why is there no investment in Pakistan while investment is happening in neighboring countries? Discussing such questions is not anti-nationalism but an attempt at reform. He said that in 2013 too, our differences had come to the fore on the issue of emergency in Balochistan and we had resigned in protest. Adopting constitutional procedures has its place, but it is also important to see whether any measure is consistent with democratic principles. He said that national consensus is necessary for an effective strategy against terrorism and the government should also listen to the suggestions of the opposition. Maulana Fazlur Rehman said that a delegation from Khyber Pakhtunkhwa came to him with a request for mediation, after which the government delegation also contacted him and was formally invited by the Prime Minister. He participated in the negotiation process with the mandate of the opposition and the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf, where the demands of the parties were revealed and efforts were made to move matters forward. For progress in the negotiations, it is necessary for the parties to recognize the role of an impartial mediator. 

     Regarding Saudi Arabia, Maulana Fazlur Rehman said that Saudi Arabia is a reliable friend of Pakistan and has long-standing relations with it. We condemn the attack on Saudi Arabia and stand with the Saudi leadership and people. We are also with Saudi Arabia on the issue of protecting the Two Holy Mosques. He added that the Jamiat Ulema-e-Islam is also increasing its political activities in Punjab and the participation of the people in the meetings is encouraging. A meeting will be held in Sargodha next month. He said that to address the challenge of terrorism facing the country, a common course of action in the national interest must be adopted, transcending political differences.

Maulana Fazlur Rehman

Long march was to be stopped, it was stopped, Governor's rule, not the basis for emergency, Barrister Gohar

 

According to the constitution, Governor's rule can last for a maximum of 6 months, Emergency has been challenged, Judiciary should look into the matter first

Will take the matter to the Federal Constitutional Court too, Now things should be returned, relief should be given, Talking to the media

    Islamabad: Chairman PTI Barrister Gohar has said that according to the constitution, Governor's rule can last for a maximum of 6 months, Long march was to be stopped, it was stopped, Now things should be returned. Talking to the media in Islamabad, Barrister Gohar said that Governor's rule and emergency have been challenged in the Peshawar High Court. The matter will also be taken to the Federal Constitutional Court. Governor's rule, not the basis for emergency, relief should be given. Barrister Gohar said that Peshawar High Court should look into the matter first, a larger bench should be formed and a hearing should be held, Governor's rule and emergency have no basis, we should get relief from the court.

Barrister Gohar

PTI government should be restored in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Shandana Gulzar

All the disappeared members of the National and Provincial Assembly, Chief Minister Sohail Afridi and the Speaker should be brought to the fore, such strictness is not seen even during martial law as it is today

         Peshawar: Chief Minister Sohail Afridi and the Speaker, along with countless members of the National and Provincial Assembly of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf, have been arrested, while the Governor's Rule contractors are not taking a clear stand in this regard. These views were expressed by Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf's female member of the National Assembly Shandana Gulzar while talking to the media at the Peshawar High Court. She said that on the one hand, our leaders were arrested, on the other hand, Governor's Rule was imposed on our elected government, which is unconstitutional. She said that the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa government, which was elected by the people's votes, was exposed to bloodshed and the Form 47 people imposed emergency in 12 districts and are now making decisions of their own accord by imposing Governor's Rule in the entire province.

       She said that such strictness is not seen even during martial law as the strictness is being imposed. The people are being deprived of their right to protest and the Chief Minister and Speaker and the members of the National and Provincial Assembly have been made silent by disappearing. He said that we demand that the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf government be restored in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa and all the disappeared members of the National and Provincial Assembly and Chief Minister Sohail Afridi and the Speaker be brought to the fore immediately.

Shandana Gulzar

Pakistan’s two $67 billion loan programs at risk, World Bank

Political and administrative problems, economic uncertainty, institutional weaknesses are major obstacles to program implementation.

The programs aim to promote economic stability, improve public service delivery, and increase tax collections to 15 percent.

Most of the targets associated with the release of funds, continuous progress in the implementation of the reform program are commendable, report

          Washington: The World Bank has described two loan programs worth about $670 million in Pakistan related to tax reforms and digital services as moderately satisfactory, but has also identified risks to their success. According to the World Bank, political and administrative problems, economic uncertainty and institutional weaknesses are major obstacles to the effective implementation of these programs. According to a recent World Bank report, both programs aim to promote economic stability in Pakistan, improve public service delivery and increase the ratio of tax collections to 15 percent of gross domestic product (GDP). The report describes the $700 million financial assistance under the Pakistan Public Resources for Inclusive Development (PRID) Program as moderately satisfactory, but the overall risk rating for it is significant. A key goal of this program is to increase the ratio of tax collections from 12.3 percent in June 2025 to 15 percent by June 2030.

         According to the World Bank, political and governance risks, economic conditions, institutional capacity, financial discipline, and environmental and social standards issues could affect program implementation. According to the report, an advance of $164.52 million was released under the program on June 29. The World Bank appreciated the significant progress made against most of the targets associated with the release of funds, describing it as a reflection of continued progress in implementing the reform program. The World Bank and the Government of Pakistan are working together to streamline technical assistance arrangements and mitigate the impact of delays in approval processes following changes in the project’s activities and cost allocation. 

        The report also identified delays in the formation of the Governing Council of the Pakistan Bureau of Statistics and the appointment of the Chief Statistician. According to the World Bank, the position of Chief Statistician should not remain vacant under the terms of the program and it is not acceptable to temporarily assign this responsibility to a current government official. According to the report, the position has been vacant since September 24, 2026. The World Bank has also rated the $70 million Connected Punjab Program for promoting digital services in Punjab as medium to significant risk due to political, administrative, economic and financial risks. The program is effective from the beginning of the current fiscal year and will continue until June 2031. The bank acknowledged that the program has strong support at the highest level of the Punjab government and the Punjab Information Technology Board has obtained the provincial government’s approval for it. 

        The primary goals of the program include increasing access to broadband and internet connectivity, improving the delivery of digital services, preparing for the use of artificial intelligence and promoting cashless transactions. According to the World Bank, the next steps of the program include establishing a committee to oversee artificial intelligence, developing a data governance framework, personal information protection and cybersecurity strategies. The World Bank’s Board of Directors approved the PRID.MPA program on December 19, 2025. The program aims to increase domestic revenue through reforms at the federal and provincial levels, improve the quality of government spending, and improve the delivery of public services through the effective use of data and digital technology.

World Bank

Mobile, internet shut down, security tight, PTI long march reaches Kohat, camped in Lachi

 

I am a soldier of Imran Khan, the whole world can neither put a price on me nor scare me, the country is being divided due to wrong policies,

This Test match, after two days, a T20 match will be held, this war is not only for Pashtuns but for the whole of Pakistan, Sohail Afridi addressing the long march

         Kohat: The long march started by the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) from the southern districts of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa has completed its first destination and is now moving towards the next stages. According to the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf, the long march of the PTI led by Chief Minister Sohail Afridi has reached Kohat from Karak. As part of security and administrative measures, mobile phone and mobile internet services have been completely suspended in Karak and its surrounding areas. 

         Chief Minister Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Sohail Afridi, while addressing the participants of the long march upon reaching Tehsil Lachi of Kohat, said, "I pay tribute to the people of Kohat for the wonderful welcome. The people of Kohat will completely change the weather of Kohat tomorrow. The journey towards Peshawar will start from University Chowk at 3 pm tomorrow." He said, "I am a soldier of Imran Khan. Even if the whole world comes together, it cannot put a price on me. Similarly, the power of the whole world comes together and cannot scare me. We should not tire ourselves. Our struggle is long. The T20 match will start from October 8. Just as Kohat will emerge, Kohat will not give anyone a chance to surpass you. The message is to convey that Khyber Pakhtunkhwa belongs to Imran Khan, it was Imran Khan's and it will remain Imran Khan's.

        Earlier, while addressing the participants of the long march at Jail Chowk while departing from Karak, Sohail Afridi said that thieves and robbers cannot be sincere with the country. There is only one leader of the whole of Pakistan, whose name is Imran Ahmed Khan is a Niazi, Imran Khan is the heartbeat of our hearts, 90 percent of the people want Imran Khan, only Imran Khan can pull the country out of the quagmire and restore the honor and dignity of the institutions. Sohail Afridi said that the soldiers who are martyred and sacrifice for the country are a part of our existence, while I see hatred against this current system throughout the country. From Khyber to Karachi, everyone wants to go to Islamabad. You will have to accept our democratic demands. Only the policy that is in favor of the people will be made in Pakistan. 

      We are rebels against any policy that is not in the interest of the people. Chief Minister Sohail Afridi said that Imran Khan is serving jail time with courage. If he was greedy for power, he would have signed a petition and come out, but he did not bow down. We have to fight the real war of freedom with Imran Khan. He said that Imran Khan and his entire family are sacrificing for the future of us and our children. After the 26th Constitutional Amendment, the courts are waiting for a chit. Imran Khan is waiting for you. You have to decide whether to accept slavery or want real freedom. You have to decide whether to bow down before the powerful or fight the war of freedom. 

     The Chief Minister said He further said that people from all corners of Pakistan should reach Swabi where the future course of action will be given. Terrorism was imposed on us under a plan, once again blood is flowing, we are homeless and businesses are being destroyed, an activist sits on TV and says that I am foolish, if it is foolish to stand with my people, then I will repeat this foolishness. Sohail Afridi said that the country is being divided due to wrong policies, the government of which you are a part has committed corruption worth Rs 5300 billion, if this is wisdom for you, then I curse such wisdom, if love for the country is foolish, then I will repeat this foolishness, those who have been imposed want to create prejudice in the country, the situation has gone beyond their control, those who have been resettled have also gone beyond their control, the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa government was being forced to be part of the wrong policy. 

    Chief Minister Sohail Afridi said that I am a player of the founding PTI, I have said absolutely not, the decision makers in closed rooms have divided the country But a party has imposed it, the Chief Minister of this party says that I am not in danger from India but from three provinces, Sohail Afridi said that I am seeing hatred against this system in the whole country, from Khyber to Karachi everyone wants to go to Islamabad, our democratic demands will have to be accepted. He said that this is a test match, after two days it will be made a T20 match, this war is not only of Pashtuns but of the whole of Pakistan. We have seen peace only in the three and a half years of the founder PTI, we will call the policy of harassment an absolute no which will not be in favor of the people. 

    Provincial Information Minister Shafi Jan has written on his social media account ‘X’ that on October 5, i.e. today, the convoy will camp at Lachi Ground near Kohat at night. According to the PTI schedule, on Tuesday, October 6, people coming from Kohat, Hangu, Kurram and Orakzai districts will join the convoy, after which the march will move towards Peshawar and spend the night at Matni, 30 kilometers away from Peshawar city. The other day, Chief Minister Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Sohail Afridi, while sharing a detailed roadmap of this long march on ‘X’, had said that on October 7, people from different constituencies of Khyber district and Peshawar will welcome them from Badaber at the Kohat Road Bridge and Motorway Toll Plaza and the convoy will spend the night at Charsadda Interchange. After that, on October 8, people from Charsadda and Mohmand will also join and all the convoys from all over Khyber Pakhtunkhwa will meet at Khairabad. Will gather, where after the night stay, keeping in mind the government and administrative situation.

pti long march,Khyber Pakhtunkhwa,Sohail Afridi,Provincial Information Minister Shafi Jan,

Government, opposition talks end inconclusively, long march is our right, will definitely happen, Barrister Gohar

     

  

Long march is our right, I will tell everyone not to stop the long march: Chair Man PTI Barrister Gohar

provincial government is not ready to play a role in the war against terrorism, the long march will not be allowed to enter the limits of Islamabad: Rana Sanaullah

         Islamabad: The ongoing talks between the government and the opposition ended without any result, sources said. Members of the negotiation committee left the Speaker's Chamber. After the talks, the government delegation spoke to the media. Advisor to the Prime Minister and a member of the government negotiation delegation, Rana Sanaullah, said that the provincial government is not ready to play a role in the war against terrorism, the provincial government should fulfill its constitutional responsibility regarding terrorism, and the provincial government refused to assure the role of the provincial government against terrorism. Rana Sana clarified that the long march will not be allowed to enter the limits of Islamabad, any kind of chaos will be prevented by the force of law. Government negotiation committee member Sherry Rehman said that we have heard their concerns, the draft was changed 4 times, no compromise can be made on terrorism, they have refused the agreement on the long march and other things.

            On the other hand, Barrister Gohar, who is Allama Chairman PTI and a member of the opposition delegation, said that the negotiation session has ended and a deadlock has been created in the negotiations. The parties did not agree on the need for a session tomorrow. They will exchange some things with each other. If necessary, a session may be held. Chairman PTI Barrister Gohar said that we wanted the negotiations to be successful. Our long march is intact. There will be a long march. No such action should be taken under the guise of a long march that creates tension among the people of the province. The long march is our right. I will tell everyone not to stop the long march. He said that nothing should be called final. Nothing is final in politics. The answer to a long march is not emergency or governor's rule. The parties did not agree on the next stage of negotiations.

The issue of meeting Imran Khan could not be resolved in the talks with the government: Allama Nasir Abbas

           Raja Nasir Abbas, while talking to a private TV news channel, said that the deadlock remains, there were small things but no results could be reached. Allama Raja Nasir Abbas said that the issue of meeting the founder of PTI could not be resolved, there is a deadlock on the issue of access to Khan's personal physician, we tried to reach a conclusion but the deadlock remains. Allama Nasir Abbas also said that he had reservations regarding the National Action Plan on the issue of terrorism, and there were also reservations regarding the operation in the areas where there are IDPs. Allama Nasir Abbas said that after the talks, the government delegation said that at this time we are not in a position to meet Imran Khan, he said that the meeting of sisters and lawyers will start. Barrister Salman Akram Raja said that consensus could not be reached on the basic issues, we thought that we could move forward on which both of us would agree.

Government, opposition talks end inconclusively, long march is our right, will definitely happen, Barrister Gohar

Second round of government-opposition talks today

In the first round of talks Exchange of lists of demands ,  Agreed to continue the talks

PTI should withdraw the call for long march, Rana Sanaullah, protests and chaos will not give concessions, government, we have informed the government team about our position, Barrister Gohar

The talks continued for several hours, political situation, discussions on various issues, government, PPP, opposition members informed each other about their respective positions, talks will be held again at 2 pm today

Mohsin Naqvi, Rana Sanaullah contacted the Prime Minister, informed about the progress in the talks, the talks were held in a positive atmosphere, Chairman PTI, opposition should cancel the long march unconditionally, Sherry Rehman

 Islamabad: Talks between the federal government and the opposition on the current political situation have been postponed until today. The first round of talks between the government and the opposition began at 12 noon and the second round after Friday prayers, at the end of which the parties agreed to adjourn the talks until today and continue the talks. The talks continued for several hours, after which the parties agreed to meet again at 2 pm today. According to the National Assembly spokesperson, the meeting discussed the country’s political situation and various issues in detail. During this time, members of the government, the PPP and the opposition informed each other of their respective positions, while detailed discussions were held on various issues. According to the statement, the government delegation stressed the need to resolve national issues with the opposition through talks.

After the talks, PTI Chairman Barrister Gohar expressed satisfaction over the negotiation process and said that the first day of the talks had passed in a good atmosphere. He said that we have informed each other of our respective positions, and it is hoped that matters will improve. Opposition Leader in the Senate Raja Nasir Abbas also said in response to questions from journalists that during the talks, the government members’ behavior was appropriate. The government delegation presented its point and we presented ours. Negotiations will resume today at 2 pm.

Delegations from the government and the opposition participated in the talks held in the chamber of the Speaker of the National Assembly on Friday, during which members of the PPP were also present. The government’s negotiating delegation was led by Speaker of the National Assembly Sardar Ayaz Sadiq, while other members included Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi, Minister of State for Interior Talal Chaudhry, Federal Minister for Parliamentary Affairs Dr. Tariq Fazal Chaudhry and Rana Sanaullah. Senators Sherry Rehman, Naveed Qamar and Ijaz Jakhrani participated in the negotiations from the PPP. The opposition’s negotiating team included Leader of the Opposition in the Senate Allama Raja Nasir Abbas, Chairman PTI Barrister Gohar, former Speaker of the National Assembly Asad Qaiser, Aamir Dogar and Salman Akram Raja. During this, Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi briefed the government and opposition leaders on the situation and law and order situation in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa.

According to sources, during the talks, there was a heated exchange between the PTI and the government team on some issues, however, there was no disruption in the talks between the two sides and the talks continued. According to sources, during the talks in the committee room, bitter words were exchanged between Rana Sanaullah and Raja Nasir Abbas while discussing judicial matters. Raja Nasir Abbas criticized and disappointed the government's measures of not implementing court decisions and banning meetings with the founding chairman. On this occasion, Rana Sanaullah took the position that the courts are doing their job and the government will ensure the implementation of court decisions related to the long march.

The government delegation, while taking a strong stance, made it clear that an attack on Islamabad in the name of protest will never be allowed and threatening to attack the long march or Adiala Jail is not a correct political attitude. Sources say that government members also took the position that not only the government but also the opposition should show flexibility. At this point, Speaker National Assembly Ayaz Sadiq intervened and urged the parties to move matters forward through understanding.

According to sources, PPP members remained mostly silent during the talks. The second round of talks between the government and the opposition began after Friday prayers. During this time, after exchanging recommendations from both sides, the parties were engaged in separate consultations with their respective members. According to sources, opposition leaders remained present in the Speaker’s Chamber and kept their leaders informed about the progress in the talks and the issues under discussion. On the other hand, government members consulted on the demands and recommendations presented by the opposition in the conference room of the Speaker’s Chamber. During the talks, Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi and Advisor to the Prime Minister on Political Affairs Rana Sanaullah also contacted Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and informed him about the progress in the talks.

Before reaching the committee room, reporters asked Speaker National Assembly Ayaz Sadiq whether he was playing a facilitating role in the negotiations and whether any results would be achieved from this process. In response, the Speaker recited the first verse of Surah Fatiha, ‘Alhamdulillah, Rabb al-Alameen’ and said that he was only playing the role of a facilitator and prayed that the negotiations would be successful. Negotiations are the only way to resolve differences of opinion and problems.

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