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Pakistan’s political system has failed. Baloch women marchers are documenting this on phones

Pakistan must allow Balochistan’s people to choose their representatives. Without this, they will have no choice but to turn to violence or protests. Key Points

ThePrint

Imran Khan arrest: Stone-pelting, heavy shelling on Srinagar Highway, 30 protesters held

Thousands of Pakistanis gathered at Srinagar Highway G-13 Islamabad today to express solidarity with PTI chief Imran Khan. There were reports of stone-pelting and heavy shelling on the Srinagar Highway as he was being taken to the Islamabad High Court. Key Points

India Today

One of Imran Khan's convoy vehicles en route Islamabad overturns, ex-Pak PM’s car safe

One of former Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan met with an accident on Saturday afternoon. However, Khan’s car was safe. Key Points

India Today

Imran Khan arrest LIVE Updates: PTI chief to appear before Islamabad HC today for pre-arrest bail after SC relief

Two days after Pakistan's former Prime Minister Imran Khan was arrested by an anti-graft agency on corruption charges, the Supreme Court ordered his immediate release on Thursday, calling his arrest 'unlawful' and 'illegal'. The court ordered the PTI chief to be present before the Islamabad High Court at 11 am today. Khan's arrest triggered massive protests across Pakistan with his supporters going on a rampage, destroying government buildings and establishments, prompting the police to clamp prohibitory orders. Nearly 2,000 people were arrested and at least eight killed, following which the government roped the army to help restore order. Meanwhile, thousands of Pakistanis will gather at Srinagar Highway G-13 Islamabad today at 10 am to express solidarity with PTI chief Imran Khan. Imran Khan will also address the venue after appearing in the Islamabad high court. Stay tuned with India Today for all the latest updates. Key Points

India Today

'Listen to me carefully...trying to kill me': What Imran Khan said hours before his arrest | Watch

In a video shared on Twitter, former Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan reiterated his allegation that a top military officer tried to kill him. Imran said he would provide all the evidence when required, calling out the military establishment to get ready to be held accountable by the people. Key Points

India Today

No one safe from poison in Pakistan. After Bushra Bibi, HC judges get letters with anthrax

At least eight judges from Islamabad High Court and four from the Lahore High Court have received such letters. Four letters were also sent to the Chief Justice of Pakistan. Key Points

ThePrint

Will tell whole Pakistan...: Imran Khan back at Lahore home after being granted bail

Pakistan former PM Imran Khan returned to his residence in Lahore's Zaman Park in the wee hours on Saturday after two days of detention. During his journey, he revealed that the Inspector General of Islamabad police made extensive efforts to prevent him from leaving for Lahore. Key Points

India Today

Pakistani court acquits ex-PM Imran Khan in two vandalism cases during a protest march in 2022

The 71-year-old Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf party founder has been in jail since August 2023. A Pakistani court on Monday acquitted jailed former prime minister... Key Points

The Tribune India

Pakistan's top diplomat in Kabul returns, months after surviving assassination attempt

Pakistan’s head of the diplomatic mission in Kabul returned to the Afghan capital on April 17, more than four months after he survived an assassination attempt, according to a media report. Foreign Office Spokesperson Mumtaz Zahra Baloch confirmed that Ubaidur Rehman Nizamani, the Pakistani Charge d’Affaires, returned to Kabul, however, she did not provide further details, a report said. Key Points

The Hindu

Imran Khan's party moves Islamabad High Court to shift him from Attock jail to Adiala prison; seeks A-clas

The Toshakhana case says that Khan deliberately concealed details of the gifts he retained from the Toshakhana, a repository where presents handed to government officials from foreign officials are kept, during his time as the prime minister and proceeds from their reported sales. This is the second time in three months that Khan has been arrested. Key Points

Economic Times

Baloch women marched to Islamabad, told the world what Pakistan's been doing in Balochistan

Balochistan's women and children who marched to Islamabad live in uncertainty, unsure if they are widowed or orphaned. Their demand from Pakistan Army and government to end enforced disappearances is now known globally. Key Points

ThePrint

Facing heat in Toshakhana case, Imran Khan forms committee to lead party if arrested

Former Pakistan's Prime Minister Imran Khan, who is facing heat in the Toshakhana case, said he has formed a committee to lead his party if he is arrested. He also said the present establishment feels threatened by him. Key Points

India Today

Thousands attend pro-Palestine protest in Pakistan, chant anti-American slogans

Jamaat-e-Islami supporters, including women and children, marched for several kilometres in Pakistan's capital Islamabad on Sunday. They held banners and posters with slogans opposing Israel and the United States and in support of the Palestinians. Key Points

India Today

Pakistan growth slows sharply as economic challenges mount

International Business News: Pakistan's GDP grew provisionally by 0.29% in the fiscal year ending June 30, 2021, marking one of the lowest growth rates in country's history. The e Key Points

Times Of India

Pakistan media regulator bans Imran Khan's speeches. How he evaded arrest in Toshakhana case

Imran Khan has been in the crosshairs for buying gifts, including an expensive Graff wristwatch, he had received as the premier at a discounted price from the state depository 'Toshakhana' and selling them for profit. The court has asked him to appear before it on March 7 in the case. Key Points

India Today