Tuesday, October 21st, 2025
SC judges warn new SJC code of conduct threatens ‘judicial independence’
ISLAMABAD: Two members of the Supreme Judicial Council (SJC), Justice Mansoor Ali Shah and Justice Muneeb Akhtar, have raised strong objections to the recent approval of amendments to the judges’ code of conduct by a majority of the council’s members. In a detailed letter addressed to the SJC, the two judges questioned the process through which the amendments were approved and expressed concern over the inclusion of Islamabad High Court (IHC) Chief Justice Sarfraz Dogar in the council, noting that his transfer to the IHC is currently under challenge beforeRead More
Pakistan acts as a global shield against terrorism, says Tarar
ISLAMABAD, OCT 21 /DNA/ – The Institute of Regional Studies (IRS), Islamabad, organized a high-level seminar titled “The Persistence of Terrorism in Pakistan: Challenges and the Way Forward.” The event brought together senior military officials, strategic analysts, policymakers, and academics to deliberate on the evolving dynamics of terrorism and Pakistan’s counter-terrorism strategies. Speaking on the occasion, Mr. Attaullah Tarar, Federal Minister for Information and Broadcasting, reaffirmed the Government of Pakistan’s unwavering commitment to eradicating terrorism in all its forms and manifestations. He emphasized that Pakistan’s sacrifices in the global fightRead More
Defence Minister says he is unaware of any TLP ban
Warns certain groups against taking law into their own hands Saifullah Ansar ISLAMABAD, OCT 21 /DNA/ – Defence Minister Khawaja Muhammad Asif on Tuesday said he was not aware of any formal ban on Tehreek-e-Labbaik Pakistan (TLP), but warned that the government would not allow any group to take the law into its own hands. “I do not know of any ban on the TLP,” he told reporters, adding that “nobody will be allowed to take the law in their hands.” Asif emphasised that the state would not tolerate attemptsRead More
PM Shehbaz greets New Japanese Prime Minister
ISLAMABAD, OCT 21 /DNA/ – Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif has extended heartfelt congratulations to the newly elected Prime Minister of Japan on his assumption of office. In his message, Prime Minister Shehbaz said Pakistan greatly values its long-standing friendship and multifaceted partnership with Japan. He expressed confidence that under the new leadership, bilateral relations will further strengthen in areas of trade, investment, technology, and human resource development. The Prime Minister reaffirmed Pakistan’s commitment to deepening cooperation with Japan for mutual prosperity and regional stability, and conveyed best wishes forRead More
Trump’s Triple Failure: China, His People, and His Congress
By Qamar Bashir For decades, presidents of the United States have believed they could shape the world by interfering in other nations’ affairs—installing leaders of their choice, propping up allies who served their interests, and sidelining or imprisoning nationalist figures who threatened American designs. This pattern, repeated from Latin America to the Middle East, has been central to Washington’s projection of power. But under President Donald Trump, the limits of that model are becoming clear. Despite America’s military reach and financial muscle, there now stand two forces beyond Trump’s control:Read More
Pak-Afghan cross-border terrorism
Syed Tajammul Abbas The recent cross-border terrorist operations in Pakistan are an alarming stage to the security and stability in South Asia. Since the Taliban takeover of Afghanistan in 2019, terrorist attacks have increased across the border, showing a growing threat of joint militant operations between Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) and Afghan Taliban. This nexus has increased the ability of militant regrouping to carry out operations freely in Pakistan. This case required a decisive and firm response as Pakistan Army has done recently. It is now significant for Pakistan to adoptRead More