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PTI, JUI protest against alleged rigging in polls
Political workers of various parties are protesting against rigging in polls in different cities. LAHORE (Dunya News) - Pakistan Tehrik e Insaf’s workers are showing their resentment against corruption allegedly committed by the PML-N in NA 125 constituency where voters and supporters of Khawaja Saad Rafiq allegedly cast bogus votes in the favour of their candidate. Protestors also
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Nawaz reaches out to US, India
PML-N chief promised Pakistan's full support as the US withdraws combat troops from Afghanistan.
MQM a bullying party, Shahbaz suitable for CM: Sanaullah
PML-N leader Rana Sanaullah says Shahbaz Sharif is suitable for next chief minister in Punjab.
Obama looks forward to good ties with new Pak govt
Says US looks forward to continuing cooperation with the Pakistani as equal partner.
Jemima praises PTI performance in polls
Imrans former wife says it was a great success of PTI as so many people voted for it.
Nawaz all set for 3rd term as PM
Nawaz will have to work hard to show that he represents all of Pakistan, not just Punjab province.
19 presiding officers face arrest in Lahore
RO issued the order to arrest 19 presiding officers in Lahore.
Abrarul Haque refuses to admit poll results
PTI candidate from NA 117 Abrarul Haque has refused to admit the unofficial results of elections.
Caretaker govt fulfilled its promise: Habib
Malik Habib says caretaker government has fulfilled its promise for holding on time elections.
Key facts about general election
There are 86.2 million registered voters -- 37.6 million women and 48.6 million men.
Rawalpindi: Rival workers clash leaves 20 injured
At least 20 people were injured when workers of two political parties clashed in Rawalpindi.
Pakistan at mercy of terror amid elections
The threat of Taliban attacks hangs over Pakistan's historic election.
Security on high alert in NA-45, 46 constituencies
Security has been tightened ahead of Saturday's polls.
Shabaz ignored south Punjab, wasted public money: Bilawal
Bilawal Bhutto says remnants of Ziaul Haq conspiring to bring back the dark era of dictator.
Security of sensitive polling stations is inadequate: EC
Fakhruddin G Ibrahim has requested COAS General Ashfaq Pervez Kayani to deploy army personnel.
Man killed, 3 hurt as PML-N, ANP rallies hit
Miscreants continued hitting politicians on the last day of campaign in different areas of country.
Vote for PPP if want strong, prosperous country: Bilawal
Bilawal urges the nation to cast their votes to strengthen democracy.
Main parties halt campaign in honour of Imran
Pakistan's main parties suspended campaigning for weekend polls in honour of politician Imran Khan.
Election campaign in full swing despite fear of terror
Millions of Pakistanis go to the polls Saturday in elections overshadowed by Taliban threats.
PPP rudderless ahead of polls
Being inactive, President Asif Ali Zardari has been invisible on the election campaign.
Talal Bugti's plea to delay polls accepted for hearing
Balochistan High Court accepted Talal Akber Bugti's petition for hearing regarding delay in polls.
Election campaigns will end 48 hours before polling day
The Commission warned that candidates violating deadline will face disqualification.
Darra Adam Khel: Taliban warn teachers over election duty
Distribute pamphlets warning teachers of consequences if they performed election duty.
Imran asks youth to come out of homes on May 11
PTI chairman says general elections are war; youth should come out of their homes on May 11.
ECP to probe recovery of fake ballot papers
Chief Election Commissioner says investigation has begun into seizure of 90,000 fake ballot papers.
PPP Govt strengthened democracy: Kaira
PPP leader Qamar Zaman Kaira has said that his party strengthened democracy during its tenure.
ECP to introduce E-Ticket Service to facilitate voters
Election Commission spokesman says the new service will save the time of voters.
Miscreants target PTI election office in Mardan
Three people have been injured in the attack
FATA tribesmen embrace historic polls
More than 60 people have been killed in militant attacks targeting political parties since April 11.
Karachi: ANP to observe day of mourning today
ANP will observe a day of mourning across Sindh today against killing of party candidate in firing.
Nawaz pledges to end unrest, unemployment
Nawaz Sharif says his party will not deceive the youth only for vote but will bring real change.
Ballot papers being delivered across country
Delivery of ballot papers to different area of the country is underway through different channels.
PTI's 'passion' to beat PML-N on May 11: Imran
PTI chairman Imran Khan is confident of defeating PML-N in the May 11 elections.
Pak borders to be sealed on polling day: Nizami
Movement of Afghan refugees living in Pakistan would be restricted on 11th of this month.
Fazal demands removal of Balochistan, KP governors
Fazlur Rehman says the governors of Balochistan and KP may influence the polling process.
Imran vows to control inflation, unemployment
PTI chairman says he will build a new Pakistan and put the country on path of development & justice.
ECP to review election arrangements today
Law and order situation printing of ballot papers and others issues would be discussed in detail.
Army to be deployed at sensitive polling stations
Army contingent has reached Jaffarabad and Naseerabad to ensure security during upcoming polls.
No other system except Islam is acceptable: Fazl
Maulana Fazalur Rehman says protection of human rights is impossible without peace.
Shahbaz holds PPP responsible for destroying institutions
Shahbaz Sharif says corruption of billions was committed through the rental power projects.
Four injured as JUI-F election rally hit
Militants fired eight rockets at the election rally of Jamiat Ulema-i-Islam F in Harnai district.
Imran vows to resolve Balochistan issues in political way
PTI chairman says military operation is not solution to Balochistan issues.
Terrorists trying to hijack elections: Sattar
MQM, ANP and PPP leaders held a joint press conference in Karachi on Wednesday.
Tribe before party in Pakistan rural campaign
The vast majority of the 330,000 registered voters are members of the Marwat tribe.
Imran's sisters take part in campaign
Aleema Khan, Uzma Khan and Noreen Khan launch door to door campaign in Lahore.
Pakistan needs experienced leadership: Nawaz
Says PML-N has a team of competent experts that can find solutions to the problems.
Violation of code of conduct: Imran, Maryam, Marqhub, Bilal absent from court
The court has set aside the plea from exemption to appear in the court.
Hyderabad: 2 MQM workers shot dead
Two MQM activists were killed in firing incident in Latifabad area of Hyderabad on Monday.
PTI terms Wattoo's statement as absurd
PTI says it sit in opposition rather than forming a coalition with corrupt and failed parties.
SC moved to oust Nawaz, Shahbaz, Khawja Saad from elections
The trio was accused of staging an organised attack on the apex Court in November 1997.
Nowshera: One killed, other hurt in attack on ANP candidate office
Unidentified persons opened firing on the office of ANP candidate Shahid Khatak.
HRW urges caretaker govt to ensure election security
Nationwide parliamentary elections in Pakistan are scheduled for May 11, 2013.
Karachi: PPP, MQM, ANP to hold press conference today
Leaders of PPP, MQM, ANP will address a joint press conference in Karachi today.
People will not give another term to PML-N: Imran
PTI chairman says PTI will free the country from foreign-aid dependence and loans.
We will restore Pakistan's dignity: Nawaz
PML-N chief says his goal was not power but bringing Pakistan back on track of progress.
Youth is with PML-N, claims Nawaz
Slamming the PPP-led government, Nawaz Sharif blames Zardari for the current crises.
Miscreants target election offices in KP
The security forces have cordoned off the areas.
Karachi: Blast near PPP rally kills 5
At least five people were killed when a bomb exploded near a PPP corner meeting in Lyari.
Two killed, 14 hurt in blasts near MQM office
Two men were killed while 14 people injured in blasts erupted at MQM local office in Karachi.
Tiger of PML-N can't be hunted: Nawaz
PML-N chief Nawaz Sharif says that some people are trying to hunt the tiger of PML-N.
Pir of Golra Sharif announces support for PTI
Pir of Golra Sharif has announced his support for PTI candidates Javed Hashmi and Ghulam Sarwar.
House of female candidate set afire in Nawabshah
Miscreants set afire house of Nargis independent candidate PS-44 Matiari.
ECP takes notice of Imran's tirade against Nawaz
ECP has taken notice of Imran's speech in which he used 'offensive' language against Nawaz Sharif.
Balochistan: Teachers refuse to perform election duties
Pak-Afghan border adjacent to Changhi has been sealed for indefinite period.
Ballot papers printing: SHC reserve judgement
SHC reserved judgement on petitions against printing of ballot papers of delimited constituencies.
11 killed, 40 injured in blast near ANP's office in Karachi
Another bomb exploded in the area of Mominabad in Karachi on Friday night.
ECP prohibits politicians from personal criticism
ECP says use of abusive language against the leaders and candidates should be avoided at all costs.
Imran vows to end brutal system
PTI chief Imran Khan says his party wants to rid the country from brutal and oppressive system.
ECP adjourns hearing of 3 fake degree cases till next month
ECP has adjourned the hearing of fake degree cases of 3 former parliamentarians till next month.
Election Security: Sindh caretaker govt convenes APC on April 30
Code of conduct and election security will be discussed in the APC.
APML will not boycott elections: Ashraf Gujar
APML leader says Pervez Musharrafs party will not boycott elections.
PTI to uplift farmers' living standard
PTI chairman Imran Khan says that PTI would uplift the poor farmers for progress and prosperity.
ECP reviews security plan for elections
Fakhruddin G. Ebrahim is presiding over the ECP meeting to finalize the security plan.
Article 62,63: LHC orders action against 14 candidates
The LHC has ordered to take action against 14 candidates in Article 62,63 implementation case.
ECP meets today to finalise security plan for polls
Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP) will meet today to finalize security plan for polls.
ECP issues final list of 16,692 candidates
List of 4,671 candidates for NA and 10,958 for provincial assemblies have been finalised.
About 67 ex-Nazims in Lahore join PTI
Imran Khan says Thana and Katchehry culture would be exterminated from the country.
PML-N should avoid targetting president: Presidency
Chief Election Commissioner has received the letter written on the behalf President Asif Zardari.
Blast targets PPP leader in Peshawar
The injured including a woman were taken to the nearby hospital by rescue teams.
Explosives-laden car seized near Musharraf's house
Police seize car with remote control device and explosives parked near Chak Shehzad residence.
Chief Observer EU completes Pak visit
Gahler visited Punjab and Sindh; met election authorities, political and civil society leaders.
PPP govt did nothing for betterment: Fazl
JUI-F chief has warned that situation would deteriorate if elections could not hold on time.
Rumours about delay in polls baseless, says Malik Habib
The Interior Minister urged the people not to listen to the rumours about postponement of polls.
Raja Pervez allowed contesting polls
The LHC Monday gave green signal to former prime minister Raja Pervez Ashraf to contest election.
Half of Karachi's polling stations declared sensitive
Additional IG Ghulam Shabbir Sheikh says police will be deployed to assist Rangers at the stations.
Levies to be deployed in volatile KP districts for polls
The interim government has issued directives to deploy Levies forces for the May 11 polls.
ECP receives 728 complaints
Election commission has forwarded complaints to provincial election commissions for action.
PTI to show strength in Dir today
Chairman Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf Imran Khan will address a public rally in Dir today.
Group in parliament supporting terror:ANP
The ANP has announced 17 candidates from National Assembly and 36 from provincial assembly in Sindh.
Zardari using PTI against PML-N: Shahbaz
Punjab ex-chief minister says President is hatching conspiracies against the PML-N through PTI.
MQM announces candidates for polls
The MQM has announced names of its candidates for the upcoming general election.
Lahorites will make new history on May 11: Imran
Says people of Lahore will make history by giving mandate of change.
Ready to respond to any threat: Army Chief
Chief of Army Staff says internal and external challenges can be met through unity.
JI election office set ablaze in Karachi
Miscreants set afire Jamaat-e-Islami candidate in Nazimabad No 2.
I forgave Musharraf but law will not: Nawaz
PML-N chief says his party will overcome energy crisis in three years time.
Formal election campaign begins today
The election campaign will continue till the 9th of next month.
MQM will not boycott elections despite conspiracies: Sattar
Dr Farooq Sattar says conspiracies are being hatched to steal mandate of MQM.
NADRA dispatches FER 2012 to provinces
The NADRA has delivered Final Electoral Rolls 2012(FER) to all provinces in the country.
Musharraf arrested; sent on 2-day transit remand
The police have written a letter to commission to declare Musharrafs home as sub-jail.
Final list of the candidates will be displayed today
The deadline for withdrawal of nomination papers by candidates has been expired on Thursday.
Court cant order Musharrafs arrest: Kasuri
Says Musharraf did not try to avoid arrest but came back home after the hearing.
Court allows Murad Shah to contest elections
The bench annulled ET verdict and allowed Murad Ali Shah to run for elections on PS-73.
Disgruntled PTI workers attack Imran's residence
PTI spokesperson says unknown miscreants broke into the residence.
Wajahat declared ineligible for polls
Election tribunal Wednesday declared PML- Q leader Chaudhry Wajahat Hussain ineligible for polls.
ECP orders foolproof security for political leaders
Ordering foolproof security Fakhruddin G Ibrahim said he never directed withdrawal of security.
Interim govt's single-point mandate to hold polls: PM
PM assured that sincere efforts are being made to bring normalcy in the country.
PESHAWAR: 17 killed, 40 hurt in blast near ANP rally
Ghulam Ahmad Bilour and Haroon Bilour have been injured in suicide attack in Yakka Toot area.
Tribunal rejects objection against Ayesha Ahad's candidature
Ayesha, who claims to be wife of Hamza Shahbaz, will contest elections from NA-119.
Shujaat wants ECP to explain transport ban
ECP has banned election candidates from providing transport facilities to voters on the polling day.
Musharraf thrown out of election race
Pervez Musharraf has been barred from contesting in the general elections.
Election tribunal disqualifies PPP's Asif Hashmi from polls
PPP leader Syed Asif Hashmi had served as Chairman of Evacuee Trust Property Board (ETPB).
Raja Pervez Ashraf stands disqualified for elections
Former PM stands disqualified to contest elections after an election tribunal turned down his plea.
Fazl announces party manifesto
JUI-F says it will focus on economy provision of job opportunities and incentives for farmers.
JUI-F slams EC directives
Senators express concern over ECP code and attitude of the ROs.
Dasti allowed to contest polls
LHC has allowed former MNA Jamshed Dasti to contest polls from two constituencies of Muzaffargarh.
Musharraf vows to end nepotism, corruption
APML manifesto pledges to revive the real spirit of democracy and make defence invincible.
PML-N calls for replacement of all governors
Mushahidullah says governors were appointed on political basis and can interfere in polls.
Shahid Afridi to play his part in election campaign
I have no plans to join politics, said Shahid Afridi.
Election tribunal rejects Musharraf's appeal for NA-250
Pervez Musharraf had challenged rejection of nomination papers in NA-250 constituency.
Tribunal to hear appeals against Imran, Sharifs today
Election Tribunal will hear appeals against acceptance of nomination papers of Imran, Sharifs today.
Stop harassment of our worker, MQM tells Rangers
The MQM coordination committee has asked Rangers to refrain from harassing its workers.
Tribunal for hearing appeals against Sharif brothers changed
The EC has changed the tribunal for hearing appeals against nomination papers of Sharif brothers.
MQM, PML-Q vow joint efforts national interests
Farooq Sattar says the manifestoes of two parties have similar objectives.
ECP issues new guidelines for peaceful conduct of elections
Under the new guidelines the contesting candidates will not seek votes in the name of religion.
No seat adjustment with PML-N: JI
JI Ameer Prof Munnawar Hassan says some forces want to sabotage the elections.
PML-Ns candidate Hameed Nawani declared ineligible
The Election Tribunal resumed hearing of petitions against nomination papers of candidates today.
Army to supervise printing, distribution of ballot papers
ECP has written to Pakistan Army to provide security during the printing process of ballot papers.
NP vows to probe missing persons if comes to power
Balochistans largest party vows to launch independent probe of Baloch leaders murder after polls.
Election tribunal rejects objections against Nawaz, Qaim Ali
The LHC's election tribunal resumed hearing of pleas against nomination papers on Friday.
Imran seeks vote right for overseas Pakistanis
Urges PEC chief to intervene and ensure right of vote for overseas Pakistani.
Mengal urges EU to send observers for upcoming polls
Baloch leader says European Union should not cancel sending of its observers in war-torn areas.
EC orders removal of top baboos in Sind
EC had received complaints that some top officials were supporting political parties.
Army approves security plan for polls
Pakistan Army has decided to provide foolproof security to the government for fail polls.
LHC admits petition to postpone elections for hearing
The full bench of LHC has sought a reply from FBR till tomorrow.
Election 2013: PPP to unveil candidates today
The PPP will award party tickets to its candidates for the upcoming general elections today.
Mush files appeals against rejection of papers
Plea filed in SHC says the decision did no fulfill principles of justice.
Punjab Governor, CM call on President Zardari
Both personalities apprised the President about steps to ensure holding of free and fair elections.
Nowshero Feroz's delimitation: SHC summons EC, petitioner on April 15
The SHC ordered Election Commission and the petitioner Mureed Hussain Shah to appear on April 15.
Twisting, turning politicians
The trend of switching political parties is increasing as May 11 general election approaches.
PML-N finalises NA candidates from Lahore
PML-N has finalised list of NA candidates from Lahore.
ECP seeks data of political ads from media houses
ECP has sought details of all paid or unpaid political advertisements from 38 media houses.
Political parties demand resignation of interim Interior Minister
Several political parties have demanded resignation of interim Interior Minister Malik Habib Khan.
Ex-KP sports minister gets bail in fake degree case
PHC on Monday accepted the bail plea of former KhybeR-Pakhtunkhwa sports minister Syed Aqil Shah.
Seithi orders officers to serve without pressure
Punjab caretaker chief minister has urged police officials to serve without political pressure.
Papers of Musharraf, Ashraf, Nisar rejected from NA-51, NA-48, NA-53
Nominations papers the three leaders have been rejected for NA-51, NA 48 and NA 5.
ECP completes initial scrutiny of nomination papers
At least 24,000 papers were submitted to commission from across the country.
Mengal expresses concern over Balochistan law and order
Mengal said the situation in the province had not improved in the caretaker setup.
PML-Q announces its 7-point manifesto
Senior party leader S. M. Zafar presented the main points of the manifesto.
Verdict reserved over Musharraf's paper for NA-48, papers for NA-250 rejected
The former Army chief returned to Pakistan on March 24 to contest the general elections.
Pagara also backs poll postponement demand
PML-F president has demanded extension in the election date for thorough scrutiny of candidates.
Treason case: Musharrafs lawyers prepare defence
Rival candidate in NA 250 ( Karachi) challenges former presidents eligibility.
Election 2013: Imran's nomination papers for NA-122 accepted
The process of scrutiny of nomination papers will continue till Sunday.
ECP hears fake degree cases against 3 ex-MPs
Chief Election Commissioner Fakhruddin G. Ibrahim is chairing the session.
Army fully support ECP efforts for holding fair polls: Kayani
COAS has assured CEC that Armys support for holding fair polls in the country.
PTI's Punjab president turns out to be bank defaulter
PTI's Punjab president Ijaz Ahmad Chaudhry has been declared bank defaulter of Rs 34 million.
Elahi pledges promoting education sector
PML-Q leader says his party will provide free education with books up to graduation level.
ECP completes scrutiny of 17,000 nomination papers
The ECP has, so far, received 23,200 nomination papers for the national and provincial assemblies.
Youth will change destiny of nation: Imran
PTI chairman says true passions can't be defeated by devilish forces at any cost.
ECP defers inclusion of 'blank box' in ballot papers
The option would have given voters the chance to reject all candidates for the first time.
Fake degree: Ali Madad Jatak jailed for two years
Jatak was taken into custody by the police and shifted to jail as soon as he came out of the court.
Deadline for verification of degrees expires today
HEC centres in Islamabad, Lahore, Quetta, Karachi and Peshawar will remain open till midnight today.
CJP asks retuning officers to work without fear
Chief Justice of Pakistan says forthcoming elections are very important from national point of view.
COAS holds meetings with Balochistan governor, CM
COAS General Ashfaq Parvez Kayani discussed security situation with Balochistan governor and CM.
Fake degree case: Dasti sentenced to three years in prison
A local court in Muzaffargarh sentenced former MNA Jamshed Dasti to three years in prison.
Dasti says he will not contest polls
Former PPP MNA Jamshed Dasti is facing court over fake degree charges.
PML-N urges ECP to reject Musharraf's papers
PML-N leader Ahsan Iqbal urged the ECP to reject nomination papers of ex-general Musharaf.
HEC objects to Manzoor Wattoo's degree
HEC verified degrees of 22 ex-MPs but raised objection over the degree of PPP leader Manzoor Wattoo
ECP summons 24 ex-MPs with fake degrees on Friday
The Chief Election Commissioner Fakhruddin G. Ebrahim presided over a high-level meeting today.
Scrutiny of 10,748 nomination papers completed
The Election Commission has so far completed scrutiny of 10,748 nomination papers.
PML-N female political worker attempts suicide over denial of ticket
A frustrated female political worker made a failed self-immolation attempt at the Quetta on Tuesday.
Altaf says MQM manifesto is 'scientific' and 'practicable'
He also appealed to the countrys youth, students and people to study and analyze the manifesto.
LHC dismisses petition against caretaker PM, Punjab CM
The LHC has dismissed a petition against the appointment of caretaker PM and Punjab caretaker CM.
Lower Dir woman makes history
Badam Zari says contesting election was a difficult decision, but hopes society will support her.
MQM prioritise health, education in manifesto
MQM has pledged to strengthen national institutions after it came to power.
SC orders 189 ex-MPs to get degrees verified in 3 days
The ECP secretary and HEC chairman attended the court proceedings.
ECP to begin scrutiny of nomination papers today
The Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP) will start scrutiny of nomination papers from today.
No fair elections without changing Punjab admin: Shujat
Ch Shujat has said that fair elections are impossible without changing Punjab administration.
Fazl vows to turn Pakistan into welfare state
JUI chief Maulana Fazlur Rehman says Pakistan would be turned into a welfare state.
Electronic voting software for overseas Pakistanis
NADRA has devised e-voting software of overseas Pakistanis on the order of the SC.
PTI will bring peace, prosperity in country, reform police system: Imran
PTI chairman Imran Khan says that he has not bowed before anybody in his life.
Last day for filing nomination papers today
The deadline for filing nomination papers for the upcoming general election expires today.
JUI-F holds Islam Zinda Bad conference today
Jamiat Ulema-e-Islam will hold Islam Zinda Bad Conference at Minar-e-Pakistan today.
Bilawal not angry with anyone: Faryal Talpur
Faryal Talpur has said that Bilawal Bhutto will return soon to take part in PPP election campaign.
Musharraf's name put on ECL
Former president General (r) Pervez Musharffafs name has been included in Exit Control List.
ECP shuts down website amid cyber attacks
The ECP website would be restored after shifting it on another server.
Meera to contest election against Imran Khan
Meera will be contesting elections from the platform of Justice Party.
President approves Appellate Tribunals for elections
President Asif Ali Zardari has approved the Appellate Tribunals for the upcoming general elections.
Names of 54 fake degree holder former MPs sent to EC
Higher Education Commission on Friday sent names of 54 former fake degree holder MPs to ECP.
HEC to remain open on weekend for degree verification
The candidates are requested to visit HEC from 08:00 am to 10:00 pm.
JI and PTI seat adjustment in jeopardy
Imran rules out electoral adjustment with any party that has an understanding with PML-N.
PML-N didnt contact over seat adjustment again: Fazl
JUI-F chief says his party is in talks with various political parties over seat adjustment.
JI parts ways with PTI, turns to PML-N
Talks on seat to seat adjustment between PTI and JI-N have been ended.
One injured in clash of PML-N ticket-seekers supporters
A man was injured in a clash between the supporters of two ticket-seekers of PML-N on Thursday.
Fauzia Siddiqui to contest election against Musharraf
Fauzia Siddiqui, sister of Dr Aafia Siddiqui, will contest election against Pervez Musharraf.
ECP issues details of parties, former MPs assets
Noor Alam Khan of PPP is the richest and Jamshed Dasti of PPP is the poorest former MP.
ECP extends date for filing nomination papers
The Election Commission of Pakistan has extended deadline for candidates to file nomination papers.
Quetta: CEC holds meeting with political parties
Chief Election Commissioner is on a visit to Balochistan to review law and order situation.
CEC to meet Baloch leaders today
Chief Election Commissioner Fakhruddin G Ebrahim will hold talks with Baloch leaders today.
BNP will contest polls but electoral alliance: Akhtar Mengal
Akhtar Mengal says his party is against the concept of military operation in Balochistan.
MQM not to form electoral alliance, seat adjustment possible: Sattar
Farooq Sattar says MQM will give tickets to educated and good people in coming elections.
CEC to hold talks with Baloch leaders tomorrow
The Commission will meet all political leaders including Brahamdakh Bugti and Sardar Akhtar Mengal.
ECP re-describes over 300 constituencies
Election Commission re-described hundreds of constituencies of national and provincial assemblies.
Committee finalises Najam Sethi as Punjab caretaker CM
The parliamentary committee on Tuesday agreed on Najam Sethi as caretaker chief minister of Punjab.
Musharraf to contest polls from Karachi, Kasur, Chitral
Former president has decided to contest elections from three different constituencies.
'President, governors can't attend poll rallies'
The ECP on Tuesday barred president and governors from taking part in election-related gatherings.
ECP registers PPP in Bilawal's name
Commission rejects pleas of Naheed Khan and Ghinwa Bhutto for allotment of sword as symbol.
Sindhis' sufferings must be removed: Nawaz
PML-N chief says that development of Pakistan is linked with the development of Sindh.
Punjab caretaker CM issue referred to ECP
Election Commission's decision will be acceptable to all parties, Rana Sanaullah said.
Fazl to contest polls from 3 constituencies
Maulana on Monday submitted nomination papers from NA-25 Tank constituency.
PPP, PML-Q mend fences
PPP and PML-Q leaders held successful talks Monday and agreed on electoral alliance.
Imran vows to change 'Thana culture'
Tehrik e Insaf chairman Imran Khan says nobody would be allowed to appoint ones favourite SHO.
Only PML-N can recover economy:Nawaz
Nawaz promises airport in Mansehra, Hasan Abdal to Mansehra Hazara motorway and Hazara province.
Mir Hazar Khan Khoso takes oath as caretaker PM
President Asif Ali Zardari administered the oath to Mir Hazar Khan Khoso.
Caretaker Punjab CM: Parliamentary body to meet again today
Parliamentary committee to will meet again today to select caretaker Punjab Chief Minister.
ANP announces manifesto for upcoming polls
Making Pakistan a peaceful and prosperous country is the top priority of ANP.
Govt responsible to provide security to Musharraf
Altaf said that the federal and provincial government should ensure security for Musharraf.
ECP session ends, caretaker PM to be announced shortly
The last session of ECP over caretaker prime minister has ended.
ECP to meet again today to name caretaker PM
Election Commission will meet again today to name caretaker prime minister.
MQM shows distrust in Election Commission
Altaf says delimitation of constituencies only in Karachi is discriminatory.
Caretaker PM: ECP meeting ends without decision
ECP secretary says members of Election Commission will meet again on Sunday to decide caretaker PM.
Lahore braces for PTIs public rally today
Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf will hold a public meeting at Minar-e-Pakistan today.
ECP to select caretaker prime minister
Parliamentary committee has failed to select the name of interim prime minister.
Election schedule to be announced tonight
The election schedule is expected to be announced tonight by the Election Commission of Pakistan.
Punjab caretaker CM: PPP submits three names for committee
PPP has submitted three names for the parliamentary committee to appoint caretaker Punjab CM.
Deadline register vote expires today
Today is the last day to register your vote.
Parliamentary committee members exchange heated arguments
The parliamentary committee has until Friday to decide on the name of caretaker prime minister.
PML-Q MPA from Bahawalpur joins PML-N
Says he has complete trust in Pakistan Muslim League leadership for bright future of the country.
Nawaz rejects Sindh, Balochistan caretakers
Says PML-N will go to court against shady deal on caretakers in Sindh and Balochistan.
Tariq Pervez sworn in as caretaker CM KP
Justice (Retd) Tariq Pervez was the consensus candidate of KP provincial govt and Opposition.
General elections to be held on May 11
The interim government will oversee the general elections.
JCSC meeting discusses Army role in polls
The Joint Chiefs of Staff Committee meeting held a meeting on Tuesday regarding general elections.
Struggle against corrupt system will continue: Qadri
Qadri alleges that Rs 50 to 70 million have been fixed for becoming caretaker minister in Punjab.
PML-Q threatens to quit alliance if reservations not removed
PML-Q has threatened to quit the coalition if its leaders are convinced to join PPP.
Khurshid, Dar discuss election date, caretaker setup
PPP and PML-N leaders on Tuesday discussed the matters regarding caretaker setup.
Khyber Pakhtunkhwa assembly dissolved
Governor of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa signed the summary for dissolution of the provincial assembly.
Deadlock persists over caretaker PM slot
Appointing a caretaker prime minister is not as simple as it seems.
Sheikh Rashid to contest from Multan
Awami Muslim League chief says seat adjustment with the PTI is possible in forthcoming elections.
Balochistan Assembly dissolved
The notification was issued by Governor of Balochistan.
PPP proposes three names for Punjab caretaker CM
PPP nominates Mian Amir Mehmood, Asma Jahangir and Hafeez Randhawa as Punjab caretaker CM.
NA stands dissolved, notification issued
A notification to this effect has been issued by the Ministry of Parliamentary Affairs
Deedar Shah likely to be appointed as caretaker CM in Sindh
Justice (r) Deedar Hussain Shah is likely to be appointed Sindh caretaker CM.
Adherence to article 62, 63 not necessary for interim PM: ECP
Constitution does not constrain caretaker PM from having a dual-nationality, says ECP.
SC orders to facilitate overseas Pakistani voters
No overseas Pakistani should remain deprived of his right to vote, CJP said.
Deadline to apply for electoral symbols expires today
Deadline for political parties to apply for electoral symbols for upcoming elections expires today.
PPP wants arrow as election symbol
The deadline for filing applications for election symbols ends on March 15.
Free and fair polls vital for democracy: PM
Prime Minister says government has consulted opposition on the appointment of caretaker PM.
ECP nomination papers are invalid: Aitzaz
Says ECP printing of nomination papers without Presidents approval can cause serious problems.
Nomination papers: ECP sticks to its decision
Member ECP says everybody has right to challenge nomination papers.
Deadline to approve ECP-proposed amendments expires
The ECP's deadline to the government for approval of new nomination papers ends today.
PPP's view on Lyari operation ridiculous: MQM
Farooq Sattar says law and order situation during general polls is grave challenge for government.
Will contest free if party ticket denied: Ahmad Mukhtar
Minister for WAPDA says if party doesnt give him ticket, he would contest as a free candidate.
PML-N's proposal for caretaker PM just political joke: Kaira
Qamar Zaman Kaira says consultation is underway for the caretaker government.
PML-N announces manifesto for polls
PML-N chief Nawaz Sharif says that deprived nation would be uplifted by revolutionary programs.
ECP seeks remaining Rs 4 billion from Finance Ministry
Chief Election Commissioner called on Finance Minister in Islamabad today.
Election schedule after 10 days: ECP
A meeting is scheduled for tomorrow in Election Commission to finalize the nomination paper format.
Zardari vows not to betray elections
President Asif Ali Zardari says power would be transferred to the winning party.
PTI workers scuffle again, intra-party polls in limbo
The PTI workers clashed each other during intra-party election on Saturday in Multan.
ECP issues statistics of registered voters
ECP on Friday issued final statistics of the registered voters in the country.
JUI's APC just a political stunt: PTI
PTI leader Shafqat Mehmood Mirza says politics is done in the name of All Parties Conference.
Parliamentary delegation calls on CEC
Eight-member parliamentary delegation meets Fakhruddin G. Ibrahim in Islamabad on Thursday.
PM consults Nisar over caretaker setup
Says consultation is imperative for caretaker setup under the constitution.
AQ Khan, JI from an electoral alliance
Syed Munawar Hassan says that both of the parties would stand by each other in the general polls.
PML-N, PML-F agree on seat adjustment
Nawaz Sharif met Pir Pagara in Karachi today (Tuesday).
Dual national cannot become party chief: ECP
ECP has clarified that any person holding dual nationality cannot become party chief.
PTI's central leadership meets in Islamabad today
PTI chief Imran Khan has convened meeting of central leadership of his party today in Islamabad.
MQM finalises names for caretaker setup
Farooq Sattar says consultation with coalition partners on caretaker setup has no legal status.
Committee constituted to hold talks with ECP
A committee headed by Farooq H Neak will hold talks with the Election Commission of Pakistan.
SBP to submit defaulters' lists to ECP on Feb 26
SBP Governor Yasin Anwar warns the defaulters to settle their matters with the banks till Feb 25.
ECP discusses nomination papers' scrutiny procedure
ECP Secretary Ishtiak Ahmad Khan says there is a need to bring changes in the nomination papers.
Protests held against Quetta carnage across country
Protest demos were held Sunday in major cities of country against Quetta killings.
Govt, Qadri agree on scrutiny period of 14 days
Government and TMQ chief Tahirul Qadri agreed on scrutiny period of 14 days for election candidates.
Khan eyes two wickets on one ball
PTI chief Imran Khan vows to bowled out Nawaz Sharif and President Zardari with a single ball.
Kaira says seat adjustments to be done with consultation
Qamar Zaman Kaira says only good candidates will be selected for contesting election.
SC orders ECP to ensure registration of overseas Pakistanis
Supreme Court ordered ECP to set up polling booths at all the embassies for upcoming elections.
FBR, SBP will give ECP access to data
FBR and SBP on Wednesday decided to give the ECP access to data on bank and tax defaulters.
Poll ban on defaulters: ECP, FBR, SBP meet Wednesday
ECP, FBR, SBP officials will meet to discuss procedure of barring defaulters from contesting polls.
Struggle will be taken to logical end: Qadri
Tahirul Qadri says any Pakistani who possesses dual nationality can knock the door of Supreme Court.
PTI to fly solo in general elections: Imran
Imran says his 9-year stance of avoiding war against Taliban has been vindicated.
Petition against dissolution of ECP filed in SC
The petition has been filed by barrister Zafarullah.
Political party wants donkey as electoral symbol
A political party has requested ECP to allot it donkey as electoral symbol for general elections.
Panicked political parties trying to delay polls: Nawaz
Nawaz Sharif said PML-N will not tolerate any delay in the elections.
SC seeks Sindh EC affidavit about Karachi voters verification
The SC directed the EC Sindh to submit affidavit about door-to-door voters verification in Karachi.
Dual nationality: 13 more Punjab MPAs served notices
After these 13 MPAs, the total number of MPAs served such notices rises to 35.
Qardi to move SC for dissolution of ECP
Qadri says his party will file a plea for dissolution of the Election Commission of Pakistan.
Asma doesn't qualify for caretaker PM slot: PTI
PTI has said that Asma Jahangir does not fit the criterion to be caretaker PM.
CEC should be given administrative powers: Shujat
Chaudhary Shujat Hussain says has said that CEC should be given administrative powers like India.
60% Pakistanis hope to elect better rulers
Survey says 60% of Pakistanis think better rules will come to power after upcoming polls.
ECP taking steps to ensure maximum turn-out in polls: Afzal
Afzal Khan says all vacations of ECP staff have been cancelled till elections.
ANP demands army deployment in Karachi
Awami National Party has demanded that Army should be deployed in Karachi for restoration of peace.
PML-N, JUI-F likely to form electoral alliance
PML-N and JUI-F have agreed on forging electoral alliance in upcoming general polls.
PTI, JI to join PML-Ns sit-in for ECP reforms
PTI and JI have decided to join PML-N proposed sit-in for reforms of Election Commission (ECP).
Governors' change before polls unconstitutional: Manzoor Watto
PPP Punjab head Manzoor Watto says demand of governors change ahead of polls is unconstitutional.
ECP approves draft of electoral reforms bill
Five years jail and Rs 100,000 fine for any falsification, Rs 50,000 fine for influencing voters.
All political parties to be consulted for interim govt: President
President Zardari says the upcoming general elections would be transparent and on time.
Qadri not to take part in election
TMQ chief Dr Tahirul Qadri has decided not to contest upcoming general elections.
We agree with Qadri's ends, not means: Imran
Imran says fair and free polls not possible with Zardari in Presidents House.
No grudge against Qadri: Malik
Rehman Malik Friday says that he has no grudge against Dr Tahirul Qadri.
Declaration signed: Qadri ends long march
Dr Tahirul Qadri has announced to end long march after having an agreement with the govt delegation.
Call for dissolving EC unconstitutional: ECP
ECP says that Dr Qadri's demand for dissolving the election commission is absolutely illegal.
General elections by 6 May: Khursheed Shah
Minister for Religious Affairs Khursheed Shah has said that elections will be held before May 6.
Karachi voters' verification: Army to be deployed today
Security forces to remain deployed until completion of voters verification.
Gilani assures free, fair general polls
Yousaf Raza Gilani says that elections would be candid and clear.
Mehmood Achakzai emerges as a strong candidate for caretaker PM
Mehmood Achakzai has appeared a strong candidate for the caretaker prime minister.
Altaf assures Zardari of MQM support
President Zardari telephoned MQM chief and discussed political matters with him.
'Army to protect only sensitive polling stations'
Defence Secretary Asif Yaseen says army cannot be deployed at all the polling stations.
National, provincial assemblies polls on same day: ECP
Sources say ECP has written a letter to Finance Division seeking funds for elections.
Rigging, delay in elections intolerable, says Imran
Imran Khan opposed the division of Sindh under new local ordinance.
Elections will be fair and transparent: President Zardari
President Asif Ali Zardari has said the upcoming elections will be fair and transparent.
ECP session on electoral code of conduct underway
The session is chaired by chief election commissioner Fakhruddin G Ibrahim.
ECP to increase number of polling stations
The additional stations brought the total number of polling stations to 90,000 across the country.