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Taliban talks down to Pakistan, asks Islamabad to observe tolerance in Imran Khan case
In a video release, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MoFA) of the Afghan Interim government expressed its concerns at the poor state of affairs in Pakistan and said that political stability in Pakistan is important for Afghanistan and the entire region. The spokesperson urged all stakeholders in the country to observe tolerance and understanding.
Khalistan event cancelled by city council in Australia: Report
Acting on security agencies' advice, the Blacktown City Council cancelled the event scheduled to be organised at Blacktown Leisure Centre Stanhope by the pro-Khalistan Sikhs For Justice (SFJ), The Australia Today reported. Council has, this morning, cancelled this booking as it is in conflict with adopted Council policy and due to risks to.
Pak Prez Alvi holds hours-long meeting with Imran Khan
According to sources, the Pak President briefed the PTI chief about the situation in the country and his communication with the military authorities on his arrest and the situation in the wake of it, The News reported.
Warring parties in Sudan sign agreement to avoid harming civilians
The warring parties stressed that the interests of the Sudanese people are a priority, agreeing to allow all civilians to leave the besieged areas, the Al Arabiya news channel reported late Thursday. The agreement affirmed Sudan's sovereignty and unity and welcomed the mediation efforts of other countries. It also called for a stop to all attacks that would harm civilians, Xinhua news agency reported, citing the Al Arabiya report.
'What is the Chief Justice doing?' Imran Khan's audio leak surfaces
The purported audio conversation between Imran Khan and PTI leader Musarrat Jamshed Cheema has surfaced online in which the party chief who was detained by the National Accountability Bureau (NAB) on Tuesday could be heard inquiring about the latest situation, ARY News reported.
Imran Khan claims he was beaten with sticks in custody
Khan also mentioned that he had many cases registered against him, including on charges of terrorism, and demanded to see the arrest warrant. He also criticised those who want chaos and anarchy instead of elections, stating that a party that wants elections will not support such behaviour.
James Webb Space Telescope takes closest look yet at mysterious planet
It's the closest look yet at the mysterious world described as a "mini-Neptune", a class of planets common in the galaxy but about which little is known. Measurements so far show they are broadly similar to, say, a downsized version of our own Neptune. Beyond that, little is known.
Maryam Nawaz tells Pakistan Chief Justice to quit and join PTI like his mother-in-law
Maryam said this in a tweet right after the top court ordered to release Imran Khan while terming his arrest from the premises of Islamabad High Court (IHC) as 'illegal', Samaa TV reported. "The Chief Justice [of Pakistan] was very happy today to meet the person who usurped Rs 60 billion from the national exchequer, and he was even happier to release this criminal, Maryam tweeted.
Pakistan govt censures Supreme Court for providing relief to Imran Khan
"The SC is giving relief to a criminal, a terrorist, a gangster who leads armed groups," said Marriyum Aurangzeb, The Express Tribune reported. The remarks came as the minister addressed a press conference in Islamabad minutes after the apex court ordered Khan to be produced in court within an hour on Thursday, as it heard the PTI's plea challenging his arrest in the Al-Qadir Trust case.
Pakistan to release 500 Indian prisoners
The Indian prisoners will be released from jails in phases. The first batch of 200 prisoners will be released from the Malir District Jail on Thursday and will be sent to Lahore, ARY News reported. Edhi Foundation will facilitate the travel of the released Indian citizens to Lahore by train, and they will be handed over to the Indian authorities at the Wagah border on Friday, ARY News reported.
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