Sunday, October 11th, 2026
Governor Rule in KP: Solution to crisis or a Political Gamble?
Editorial Ansar Mahmood Bhatti The federal government’s decision to impose emergency measures and Governor Rule in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP), replacing the elected PTI-led provincial administration, has sparked intense political and constitutional debate. The move was justified on the grounds of deteriorating law and order and the alarming rise in terrorist incidents across the province. An 11-member council, headed by KP Governor Faisal Karim Kundi and comprising technocrats and former military officials, has been formed to oversee provincial affairs. The critical question, however, is whether Governor Rule is truly the answerRead More
RCCI President Stresses Stronger Diplomatic and Business Linkages for Economic Growth
DNA RAWALPINDI: President of the Rawalpindi Chamber of Commerce & Industry (RCCI), Nosherwan Khalil Khan, attended the 4th SES Diplomatic Network as Guest of Honour, organized by the Smart Entrepreneur Society (SES) at a local hotel in Islamabad. The event, held under the theme “Building Bridges for a Prosperous Tomorrow,” brought together diplomats, business leaders, and distinguished guests to promote international cooperation, strengthen diplomatic relations, and explore opportunities for economic collaboration. Addressing the gathering, President RCCI emphasized that dialogue, partnerships, and cooperation are essential for sustainable economic growth and sharedRead More
Army troops deployed in KP
KP Governor Faisal Karim Kundi, in consultation with the Military Operations Directorate at General Headquarters in Rawalpindi, would determine the number of troops Faisal Shiekh ISLAMABAD: The federal government on authorised the deployment of Pakistan Army troops and assets in aid of civil power in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa for security, after the federal government imposed an emergency and governor’s rule in the province. The measures, imposed earlier, have been approved under Articles 232 and 234 of the Constitution, according to a statement by the President House. They were imposed following theRead More
Second T20I: Sri Lanka win toss, opt to bowl first against Pakistan
RAWALPINDI, OCT 11: Sri Lanka won the toss and decided to bowl first against Pakistan in the second T20I of the three-match series at the Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium on Sunday. The Green Shirts are leading the series 1-0 after winning the first encounter by four wickets at the same venue on Friday. Pakistan made one change to their playing XI, with Salman Mirza replacing Razaullah, whereas the visiting side made three changes. Pakistan: Sahibzada Farhan (c), Fakhar Zaman, Maaz Sadaqat, Hasan Nawaz, Saim Ayub, Shadab Khan, Khawaja Nafay, Mohammad Imran,Read More
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The press conference by government ministers — Tarar, Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi, Law Minister Azam Nazeer Tarar, and Minister of State for Interior Tallal Chaudhry — came shortly after the Centre imposed emergency in KP, citing the provincial government’s lack of efforts to combat terrorism DNA ISLAMABAD: Information Minister Attaullah Tarar on Sunday alleged that the PTI-led government in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa had a “nexus” with terrorist groups, as the Centre explained that the province’s security situation necessitated the imposition of emergency there. The press conference by government ministers — Tarar,Read More
Emergency, governor’s rule imposed in KP as President Zardari approves summary on cabinet’s advice
ISLAMABAD, OCT 11: President Asif Ali Zardari on Sunday proclaimed an emergency in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) on the advice of Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, citing the province’s worsening security situation. “The President approved and signed the summary upon the Prime Minister’s advice under Articles 232 and 234 of the Constitution of Pakistan,” the President Secretariat’s Media Wing said in a press release. The decision followed recommendations from the federal cabinet, formal advice from the prime minister and law-and-order reports submitted by relevant security institutions. The statement also cited the breakdownRead More