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PESHAWAR: The halls of the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Assembly are bustling with activity today as voting gets underway to elect the Speaker of the assembly. The voting started as Saroya Bibi, the representative from PK-1 Chitral, who is vying for the Deputy Speaker position under the banner of the Sunni Ittehad Council, cast her first vote. The race for the Speaker’s seat sees stiff competition between Babar Salim Swati representing the Sunni Ittehad Council and Ehsanullah Khan from the PPP. Meanwhile, for the Deputy Speaker’s role, Saroya Bibi faces off against Arbab Waseem, a prominent figure from the PTI parliamentarians. With…

PESHAWAR: At least six terrorists were killed in a successful intelligence-based operation carried out by the security forces in the North Waziristan district of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa on Wednesday, said ISPR in a statement. The Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) reported that the operation was launched based on intelligence regarding the presence of terrorists in North Waziristan. A firefight ensued between the security forces and the terrorists, leading to the killing of six militants. Unfortunately, one soldier sustained injuries during the exchange of fire. Recovered from the terrorists were weapons, ammunition, and explosives, indicating their involvement in various terrorist activities, including target…

ISLAMABAD: JS Bank, one of the fastest-growing banks in Pakistan, has appointed Atif Salim Malik as the new Chief Operating Officer (COO). Prior to his appointment as the COO, Atif served as the Group Head of Retail Banking at JS Bank, where he played a pivotal role in driving the Bank’s core retail business. Under his leadership, JS Bank made significant strides in SME, Agri, and consumer lending domains. Atif has over twenty-eight years of diverse experience in senior executive management roles across retail and microfinance banking sectors. “Atif’s elevation defines JS Bank’s DNA of investing in its own talented…

Jahfeeil’s music is not your typical R&B. He mixes different sounds to create something fresh. Whether it’s the cool vibes of “Just A Friend” or the recent hits like “Honey Cotton Candy” and “I Meant You No Harm,” each song shows a different side of his music. He doesn’t just do solo stuff; Jahfeeil collaborates with other artists. Legends like Mayfield, Hendrix, Marley, Legend, and the Isley Brothers influence his music. What’s cool is that his songs aren’t just liked locally in Houston – they’re hitting the global charts. From redoing Bill Withers’ “Lovely Day” to hits like “Take It…

Behnam Khoshnazar’s linguistic journey is a fascinating tale of versatility, as he seamlessly navigates between two languages—English and Farsi. This article explores how Behnam developed his bilingual proficiency and the role it plays in his acting career. Raised in a household where Farsi was the primary language, Behnam’s early years contributed to his fluency in both English and Farsi. As he transitioned to life in the United States, this linguistic dexterity became a unique asset that sets him apart in the world of acting. Discover the challenges and triumphs of Behnam’s journey towards bilingual proficiency. From his early years of…

Following the recent general elections held on February 8, the Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP) has released updated party positions in the National Assembly, now including allocated reserved seats. The Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) emerges as the leading party with 107 seats in the assembly, comprising 84 general seats and 23 reserved seats, including nineteen for women and four for minorities. The ECP list of party positions in the National Assembly shows that the next in line is the Sunni Ittehad Council (SIC) with 81 general seats, awaiting review by the ECP for reserved seats. A decision is expected by…

The Sunni Ittehad Council (SIC) has emerged as the dominant political force in the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Assembly, propelled by a significant influx of independent members. Following the recent general elections, the political landscape of the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Assembly underwent a seismic shift as a substantial number of independent lawmakers rallied behind the Sunni Ittehad Council. With an unprecedented alliance of 90 independent members, the SIC now commands a commanding presence within the assembly, solidifying its position as the leading political entity. This surge in support has positioned the SIC favorably to secure a substantial majority of the 26 reserved seats…

Senator Taj Haider of the People’s Party conveyed to the Senate on Tuesday the party’s stance of returning any contested seat if proven to be acquired through electoral malpractice. “If provided with Form 45, we are ready to surrender any seat found to have been obtained through election rigging,” Senator Taj Haider stated during the session. He emphasized the party’s commitment to supporting individuals whose rights have been infringed upon, urging political entities to pursue legal avenues rather than resorting to disorder. “We seek solutions to issues,” he asserted. Regarding discussions with the PML-N, he clarified that the People’s Party…

ISLAMABAD:  The opposition senators on Tuesday demanded the removal and arrest of the Chief Election Commissioner Sikandar Sultan Raja for conducting unfair and rigged general elections in the country. National Party Senator Tahir Bizenjo of the National Party has demanded the immediate arrest of the Chief Election Commissioner of Pakistan during a Senate session on Tuesday. Expressing concerns over alleged electoral malpractices, Senator Bizenjo highlighted instances of legitimate public representatives being defeated in Balochistan, with individuals tied to drug trafficking and land grabbing securing seats in the assembly. He questioned the judiciary’s authority to strip Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) of its electoral…

In a significant legal move, Mashal Yousafzai, represented by senior lawyer Qazi Anwar, filed a petition naming the Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP) as a respondent. The petition calls for the adjustment of candidates who submitted nomination papers for reserve seats and underwent scrutiny. PTI, represented by Yousafzai, argued that as a listed party, they possess the right to reserve seats and asserted that all candidates seeking tickets for these seats were PTI members who submitted affidavits accordingly. They emphasized that only the Supreme Court holds the authority to delist parties, underscoring the legal framework within which they operate. Furthermore,…