FAFEN flags low turnout, campaign violations in November 23 by-polls

FAFEN reports orderly polling but highlights low turnout, campaign violations and transparency gaps in 23 November by-polls, despite PML-N sweeping National Assembly and key Punjab seats.

NA passes landmark Domestic Violence Bill 2025

Offenders may face up to three years in prison and fines reaching up to Rs. 100,000

National Assembly approves amendments to armed forces' acts, judiciary laws

Pakistan’s National Assembly has approved amendments to defence and judiciary laws, aligning them with the 27th Constitutional Amendment and introducing new military provisions.

Govt likely to pass 27th Constitutional Amendment today as political bigwigs attend NA session

The government is expected to pass the 27th Amendment today as top leaders, including Nawaz Sharif, PM Shehbaz, and Bilawal Bhutto, attend the National Assembly session to vote for its approval

PTI announces boycott of 27th Constitutional Amendment process in NA

Gohar says 27th Constitutional Amendment has buried Constitution

15-point agenda for today's NA session issued

The National Assembly session will be held today (Monday) at the Parliament House at 4:30pm. Speaker National Assembly Ayaz Sadiq will preside over the session

Senate deliberating on 27th Constitutional Amendment

The Standing Committee on Law and Justice’s report on the 27th Constitutional Amendment will be presented before the House

19-point agenda for today's NA session issued

The National Assembly session will be held today (Wednesday) at the Parliament House at 5:00pm. Speaker National Assembly Ayaz Sadiq will preside over the session

NA Speaker convenes meeting of parliamentary leaders on Nov 5

The meeting, to be chaired by Speaker National Assembly Sardar Ayaz Sadiq, will formulate the strategy for the forthcoming session of the House

President Zardari summons NA session tomorrow

President has convened the session in exercise of the powers conferred upon him under Clause (1) of Article 54 of the Constitution of the Islamic Republic of Pakistan

Mehmood Khan Achakzai nominated opposition leader in NA

A total of 74 opposition members endorsed Achakzai’s nomination as Opposition Leader

PTI nominates Mehmood Achakzai, Raja Nasir Abbas as opposition leaders in NA, Senate

Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf has finalised its nominations for opposition leaders in both the National Assembly and Senate after securing approval from party founder Imran Khan.

PPP walks out of National Assembly amid escalating tensions with PML-N

Tensions between PPP and PML-N escalate as PPP lawmakers walk out of National Assembly over Punjab CM Maryam Nawaz's remarks; Zardari summons emergency consultation.

15-point agenda for today's NA session issued

The National Assembly session will be held today (Monday) at the Parliament House at 5:00pm

PPP walks out of National Assembly over Maryam Nawaz's remarks

PPP staged a National Assembly walkout over Maryam Nawaz’s remarks, later returned; Ishaq Dar urged dialogue, journalists protested police violence.

12-point agenda for today's NA session issued

Speaker National Assembly Ayaz Sadiq will preside over the session

After NA, PTI members resign from Senate standing committees

Senator Azam Swati submits his resignation from five committees

Ayaz Sadiq says Israeli airstrike on Doha a grave violation of international law

He said that the attack on Qatar was an assault on the country’s sovereignty and integrity.

Punjab by-elections postponed due to heavy rain and floods

Election Commission delays voting in nine constituencies

PTI stages walkout from National Assembly

Lawmakers demand Imran Khan’s release, hold parallel “people’s assembly”

President summons National Assembly session on Sept 1

Summoned on the advice of the prime minister, the session will be held at 5 pm

PTI's Sanaullah Masti Khel resigns as PAC member

Walks out of PAC committee room soon after making announcement

PTI's Gandapur resigns from three NA standing committees

Imran Khan had directed the PTI to withdraw from all National Assembly committees

Imran Khan directs PTI to quit all NA committees

Aleema Khan says party founder issued clear instructions on by-elections and resignations

ECP sets Aug 29 deadline for parties' 2024-25 audited accounts

Political parties must file audited statements for FY 2024-25 or face consequences.

Govt decides to convene NA session on Sept 1

Important national matters will also be discussed during the National Assembly session

11th NFC rolled out to revise revenue sharing formula

Federal govt aims to rebalance financial distribution among provinces amid IMF pressure

Imran Khan nominates Mahmood Achakzai as opposition leader in National Assembly

Khan informed visitors at Adiala Jail about the nomination

PML-N announces candidates for key by-elections in Lahore, Mianwali

Hafiz Nauman to contest from NA-129, Ali Haider Niazi from PP-87

90-day detention powers reinstated as NA approves ATA amendment

Minister of State for Interior Talal Chauhdry moved the bill

Senate to form parliamentary caucus for minorities

Move announced on National Minorities Day to strengthen representation and rights

PTI leaders removed from National Assembly after ECP disqualification

Shake-up follows disqualification of key PTI leaders, including Zartaj Gul, Ahmad Chattha

Sheikh Waqas Akram faces possible loss of NA seat over prolonged absence

PML-N MNA Nosheen Iftikhar moved a motion to terminate Sheikh Waqas Akram’s membership

National Assembly will meet today

Lawmakers are expected to engage in detailed deliberations on a range of legislative matters.

Suspended lawmakers on reserved seats to receive backdated salaries

Insiders confirmed that the reinstated MNAs will be paid basic salaries only

Parliamentary committee raises alarm over climate risks, ineffective disaster systems

Early warning systems, glacier melt, and urban flooding under scrutiny

Ruling coalition gets two-thirds majority as ECP implements SC verdict on reserved seats

The move significantly strengthened the ruling coalition’s numerical advantage

Ruling coalition gains two-thirds majority after SC verdict

Ruling coalition now holds 237 seats in the 336-member house

PM Shehbaz thanks allies for budget passage, urges collective effort for economic growth

PM Shehbaz lauds people-friendly budget; reaffirms unity in face of regional challenges

PPP supported budget 2025-26 after all demands accepted, says Bilawal

Government announces 20pc increase in Benazir Income Support Programme

National Assembly passes budget 2025-26, rejecting opposition proposals

The passage of the Finance Bill is the final and mandatory step in the federal budget process.

Brawl erupts in National Assembly during FinMin's speech

The clash occurred between PTI MNA Iqbal Afridi and PML-N leader Hanif Abbasi

Bilawal represented Pakistan globally during tough times: Aseefa Zardari

She commended Bilawal Bhutto for showcasing Pakistan's positive image internationally

Parliamentary procedures strictly followed in ECP appointments: NA Secretariat

Omar Ayub had requested formation of parliamentary committee to appoint new CEC

Khawaja Asif slams massive pay hike for NA speaker, Senate chairman

The veteran politician urged the lawmakers to consider the plight of a common man

PTI gears up to challenge govt over upcoming budget

PTI is preparing to launch a strong protest against the government’s budget

Budget 2025-26: Govt aims for 4.2pc growth while trimming expenditure

Finance Minister Aurangzeb unveils Rs17,573bn budget for FY2025-26

NA speaker approves budget schedule

2025-26 budget would be presented before the National Assembly on 10 June

Govt increases salaries of NA speaker, Senate chairman ahead of budget

The revised salaries will come into effect from January 1, 2025

PTI decides to boycott NA Speaker Ayaz Sadiq

Sources also stated that PTI members will not attend any other events hosted by the speaker either

Omar Ayub writes to NA speaker, seeks details of reference against him

He further requested precedents related to the discretionary powers of the Speaker under Article 63

CII declares child marriage ban bill un-Islamic

Council held meeting under chairmanship of Dr Allama Raghib Naeemi

SC rejects SIC's objections to reserved seats bench, approves live streaming

The ruling was announced by larger bench led by Justice Aminuddin Khan

Go ahead and bring no-confidence motion against me: Ayaz Sadiq

He said that many PTI lawmakers would not support the idea of bringing the no-confidence motion

ECP announces polling for Senate seat left vacant following Sajid Mir's demise

Nomination papers can be submitted between May 14 and 15 while polling will be held on May 29

Pakistan to give strong response to Indian aggression, Tarar tells NA

Pakistan has also shot down 25 Indian drones through hard and soft hits

Fazl expresses regret over absence of PM, defence minister in NA session

It is deeply unfortunate that entire cabinet chose to remain absent from House, said JUI-F chief

Govt to bring resolution in NA against Indian military aggression

During the session, members of the assembly will express their views on matter

National Assembly session to be held today

The session was called under Clause 1 of Article 54 of the Constitution.

President Zardari summons National Assembly session on May 5

Session is scheduled to discuss the escalating tension between Pakistan and India

Govt decides to call NA session on May 5 in response to Indian allegations

The session will deliberate on India’s baseless allegations against Pakistan after Pahalgam attack.

National Assembly speaker lauds PM, CCI for consensus on canal issue

He said that the unanimous decisions from the CCI platform would further strengthen the federation

Former caretaker PM Kakar, Punjab CM Maryam discuss matters of mutual interest

CM said youth were empowered through education, IT training, internship

Pakistan reiterates unwavering support for Palestine cause

NA Speaker Sardar Ayaz Sadiq is leading parliamentary delegation in Ankara

National Assembly session to be held today

The National Assembly Secretariat has issued a 12-point agenda for today’s session.

NA speaker welcomes major reduction in electricity tariffs

The Speaker said that this is a historic public decision of the prime minister and his team.

Heavy vehicles banned in Islamabad, Rawalpindi from March 22 to 23

Purpose of ban is security and traffic management for Pakistan Day celebrations

Democracy in Pakistan gradually moving forward, says NA speaker

Pakistan continues to face terrorism, with Afghanistan serving as haven for terrorists: Ayaz Sadiq

PAC summons PCB chairman over undistributed funds of Rs2bn in PSL

PAC reviews audit report concerning the undistributed funds of approximately Rs2bn in PSL

PTI refuses to attend Parliamentary NSC meeting

No PTI representative will attend the meeting, except KP CM Ali Amin Gandapur

18-point agenda for today's NA session issued

The National Assembly Secretariat has issued an 18-point agenda for today’s session.

Asad Qaiser urges government to revisit foreign policy amid rising terrorism

The business activity in Peshawar depends on bordering Afghanistan

PTI Chairman Gohar calls for unity amid rising terrorism

He strongly condemned the tragic attack on the Jaffer Express

17-point agenda for today's NA session issued

Speaker National Assembly Ayaz Sadiq will preside over the session

Parliament joint session scheduled for March 10

Ministry of Parliamentary Affairs has sent a summary to President Asif Ali Zardari for the session

President House seeks one-year performance report from govt

President will highlight key aspects of the government's performance in his speech

NA body takes notice of Mustafa Amir's murder

Committee summoned IG Sindh to provide details

Madrasa Registration Bill 2024 mainstreams religious seminaries

Aligned with FATF, GSP Plus, reforms are expected to enhance Pakistan’s international image

Senate and National Assembly sessions to be held today

National Assembly session is set to begin at 5 PM, featuring a 17-point agenda

Agenda for today's NA session issued

The National Assembly session will be held today (Friday) at the Parliament House at 11:00 am

13-point agenda for today's NA session issued

Speaker National Assembly Ayaz Sadiq will preside over the session

Acting president summons NA session on Feb 10

This will be the 13th session of the 16th National Assembly.

Maulana Fazlur Rehman reiterates demand for fresh elections

JUI-PTI also agreed to end state repression, release of political prisoners, PECA Act

Fazlur Rehman assures journalists of support regarding PECA bill

Journalists should have been involved in the decision-making process: JUI-F Chief

Journalists demand repeal of PECA hours after Senate passes bill amid outcry

Afzal Butt, Arshad Ansari, and Dunya Media Group MD Naveed Kashif participate in protests

Govt-PTI talks: NA speaker convenes fourth meeting today

This is will be an in-camera meeting. Sardar Ayaz Sadiq will chair the meeting

Omar Ayub expresses reservations over Digital Nation Pakistan Bill

Bill is a big ban on freedom of press and civil liberties, says Opposition leader

NA passes PECA amendment bill amid opposition protest

The bill aims to regulate social media and online content in the country.

No judicial commission, no more talks: Sahibzada Hamid Raza

Barrister Gohar also linked fourth round of negotiations to commission

Retired Justice Faqir Muhammad Khokhar to head Missing Persons Commission

Justice Mandokhail noted existing laws already outlaw enforced disappearances

NA session witnesses opposition's protest

The protest started when speaker didn’t give floor to opposition leader Omar Ayub

Conspiracies aim at weakening religious seminaries: JUI-F chief

Maulana Fazlur Rehman also criticises government's economic claims

KP to terminate employees hired during caretaker administration

Recruitments made between January 22, 2023, and February 29, 2024 will be nullified

ECP suspends membership of 139 lawmakers over non-submission of asset declarations

The suspension also affected 16 MNAs and 68 members of the Punjab Assembly

NA passes resolution to express solidarity with Los Angeles fire victims

The resolution expressed heartfelt sympathy to all those affected by the devastating fire.

Nine-point agenda for today's NA session issued

The National Assembly session will be held today (Monday) at the Parliament House at 4:00pm.

Khawaja Asif, Maryam Nawaz sabotage efforts for dialogue, blames Asad Qaiser

Authorities assured meeting with PTI founder but are resorting to excuses, says Qaiser

NA body approves bill for formation of child courts

The bill was presented by PML-N Member of National Assembly Syeda Nausheen Iftikhar

MQM MNA Mohan Manjiani resigns

Manjiani was elected to a minority seat following the February 8 general elections

ECP restores Adil Bazai's membership as independent MNA

He was disqualified by the ECP based on a reference filed by PML-N President Nawaz Sharif

PTI, govt break the ice after prolonged frosty ties, will again meet on Jan 2

The National Assembly Secretariat has issued a notification of meeting

PPP criticises govt over slow internet, social media restrictions

PPP strongly criticised the government in the National Assembly over sluggish internet speeds

NA passes National Forensic Agency Bill 2024

The bill was earlier passed by the upper house of the parliament

NA speaker ready to mediate between govt, opposition

Negotiations are very important between government and opposition: Ayaz Sadiq

Talks, not threats are means to resolve issues: Khawaja Asif

Defense Minister Asif said "the country and the people are suffering in this war of ours"

Shehbaz Sharif takes notice of ministers' absence from parliament

He further noted that such behavior could lose public trust in democratic institutions.

Digital Nation Pakistan Bill 2024 introduced in National Assembly

Bill aimed to transform Pakistan into an empowered nation by fostering a dynamic digital society

NA, Senate sessions to resume separately today

Both the Houses will take up matters of national and international importance

PM Shehbaz seeks joint session of parliament on 'Madrasa Bill'

8 bills, including registering of religious seminaries, are expected to be approved

Civil Servants Bill 2024 offers 'safety valve' to bureaucrats facing downsizing

Officers affected by downsizing will be posted in other departments

Omar Ayub calls for judicial inquiry into Nov 26 killings

Ayub claimed 12 PTI workers were martyred, 5,000 detained

40-point agenda for today's NA session issued

The session is also expected to include a resolution proposing a ban on PTI

PM Shehbaz directs NA, PA speakers to play role in addressing PPP's grievances

Earlier, the prime minister had constituted a committee to address the grievances of PPP

Petition filed against Bilawal Bhutto, Ayaz Sadiq for Election Act violation

Bilawal Bhutto could be disqualified for this infraction

National Assembly session begins today

The NA secretariat issued a notification regarding the revised timing

NA speaker finalises MPs for Judicial Commission of Pakistan

The NA speaker sent the names for the 13-member JCP to the Supreme Court

LEAs being empowered to arrest terror suspects for three months

The amendment seeks to modify Anti-Terrorism Act of 1997

Imran Khan endorses Omar Ayub, Shibli Faraz for judicial commission

JCP would nominate judges for high courts, Supreme Court, Federal Sharia Court

NA speaker seeks names for judicial commission

Four MPs from NA and Senate would be the members of the judicial commission

Govt decides to retain special committee ahead of 27th amendment

Final decision about 27th amendment to be taken by special parliamentary committee

Speaker of Russian Assembly to address Senate today

The Senate will meet at 4pm for which the secretariat has issued a five-point agenda

Govt takes action against MNA Adil Bazai for skipping vote on 26th amendment

Speaker sent letter to ECP demanding Bazai be disqualified

Gandapur announces launching movement for independence of judiciary

Overnight passage of amendment was a corrupt practice: KP CM

NA speaker seeks suggestion on committee members for CJP's appointment

The committee would select CJP from the panel of three judges

Strict security measures in place for today's National Assembly session

Entry for guests to the National Assembly is restricted.

PTI announces boycott of constitutional amendment voting

PTI’s political committee decided not to participate in a highly controversial and amendment process

Senate session underway amid attempts to bring consensus on constitutional amendment

A nine-point NA agenda does not currently include the constitutional amendment

Proposed constitutional amendment: NA session delayed till 6pm

The session was earlier scheduled to begin at 11am

Key details of 26th constitutional amendment draft unveiled

Constitutional bench instead of constitutional court will be established

Various bills to be presented in National Assembly, Senate today

Notably, there is no constitutional amendment bill included in the agenda

Special committee meeting remains inconclusive

Committee merged proposed drafts of PML-N, PPP, JUI-F, and ANP

Fazl rejects constitutional amendment draft, urges institutional balance

Constitutional amendment could usurp individual freedom: JUI-F chief

Govt directs lawmakers to return home for constitutional amendment

Govt needs 2/3 majority in both houses of Parliament to pass constitutional amendment

National Assembly gets powers to increase salaries of MPs

The powers of finance ministry to raise the salaries have been abolished

PPP's Samina Ghurki becomes MNA on reserved seat

Ghurki is PPP’s president of woman wing from the Punjab chapter

Barrister Gohar calls upon ECP to notify 38 PTI MNAs

He made the demand by citing the SC verdict

Lawyers' movement launched against proposed constitutional amendment bill

Senator Hamid Khan said they will not allow constitution to be fiddled

Constitutional amendment aims to ease the burden on judiciary, asserts Khawaja Asif

Strengthen Parliament and constitutional court would be property of the judiciary.

54 proposals in constitutional amendment package revealed

There is a proposed amendment to extend the retirement age of judges by three years

Constitutional amendment in limbo as govt again postpones cabinet meeting

National Assembly is expected to take up routine three-point agenda

Special committee doesn't have mandate to bring constitutional amendment: Omar Ayub

PTI will not become part of any such controversial process, says opposition leader

Govt delegation meets Fazl to get support for 'constitutional package'

Govt delegation calls on JUI-F's Fazl again to get support for 'constitutional package'

Khawaja Asif confirms constitutional amendments will be presented today

Asif said it was incorrect that any judicial reforms introduced would be of individual nature.

Ishaq Dar claims constitutional amendment debate has moved beyond numbers game

Dar claimed he does not know the specifics of amendments since the cabinet itself was not informed

PTI to express 'apprehensions' on constitutional amendments in meeting with NA Speaker

PTI's National Assembly members would meet with the Speaker in his chamber at 3 PM today

Parliament's special committee session on constitutional amendment, judicial reforms called today

Committee is set to create consensus between government and opposition

NA session adjourned once again without tabling constitutional amendment

The sessions of cabinet and Senate were also deferred till tomorrow

Barrister Gohar says any bill without cabinet approval will be unlawful

Says constitutional amendment bill wasn’t provided to them in authorised agenda

Shehbaz Sharif to host dinner for MNAs, ensure full attendance for constitutional amendment

The dinner would include members of the Pakistan Muslim League (N) and allied parties.

Speculations are rife as govt bent on tabling constitutional amendment bill in NA, Senate

Govt needs 224 votes in NA and 64 in Senate to approve the key bill

Govt to move constitutional amendment in NA as 'magical number' achieved: Barrister Aqeel

The constitutional amendment wouldn’t be person-specific: PML-N leader

Barrister Gohar slams Khawaja Asif for denigrating KP CM Gandapur

Defence Minister Asif should have courage to listen to responses, says PTI chairman

NA speaker declares parliament lodges sub-jail to facilitate incarcerated PTI MNAs

All the incarcerated MNAs of PTI would be moved to parliament lodges today

BNP-Mengal decides to oppose constitutional amendment bill

Directs parliamentarians to not support the bill

MNAs hail PM for economic stability in country

MNAs apprised the PM about public welfare projects

Arrested PTI MNAs produced in National Assembly for session

Sardar Ayaz Sadiq had issued production orders for their appearance in NA

PTI demands 'do more' from NA speaker to uphold parliament's sanctity

It was unprecedented that MNAs were arrested inside the Parliament House, says Asad Qaiser

NA Speaker Ayaz Sadiq floats 'Charter of Parliament' idea to end hostility

A resolution to run parliament proceedings has been approved unanimously

Bilawal Bhutto-Zardari calls for eliminating personal animosity among politicians

“The government’s role is to extinguish fires, not to ignite them,” he said.

NA speaker suspends sergeant-at-arms, four other security personnel for dereliction of duty

Ayaz Sadiq constitutes fact-finding committee headed by additional secretary

Amendment bill to increase number of Supreme Court judges presented in National Assembly

The bill proposed increasing the number of Supreme Court judges from 17 to 23.

National Assembly Speaker takes notice of PTI leaders' arrest in parliament

He emphasised that the incident could not be ignored and sought footage

Sept 10 to be remembered as black day in history: Ali Muhammad Khan

Demands imposition of Article 6 on those who ordered the arrest

Islamabad police arrest PTI leaders from inside parliament

MNAs Zain Qureshi, Sheikh Waqas Akram, Owais Chatha, Sahibzada Hamid Raza, Yousaf Khan were arrested

Eight-point agenda for today's NA session issued

Speaker National Assembly Ayaz Sadiq will preside over the session.

Internet services disruption will be resolved by Sept 24

IT Ministry has summitted response on the issue in the National Assembly

NA okays 'Peaceful Assembly, Public Order Bill 2024' amidst opposition uproar

Election Act Amendment Bill 2024 also passed with majority vote

In-camera parliament's joint session on Balochistan sought

Govt, opposition to convince Akhtar Mengal to reconsider his resignation from NA

Omar Ayub demands committee to probe enforced disappearances

No one has the authority to issue the certificate of patriotism: Omar Ayub

Fazl wants parliament to lead from the front in dialogue with the Baloch

He was speaking on floor of the House during the National Assembly session

We will try to resolve Sardar Akhtar Mengal's grievances: Rana Sanaullah

PML-N leaders requested Sardar Akhtar Mengal to reconsider his resignation.

Akhtar Mengal resigns from National Assembly

Whenever we discuss the issues of Balochistan, they are blacked out, he says

Senate, National Assembly sessions to present key bills today

Chairman, speaker of Senate, National Assembly will chair the session at 5 pm

PML-N bigwigs mull new local govt system in Punjab

Overall political and economic situation came under discussion during the meeting

Speaker Ayaz Sadiq to preside over NA session today

National Assembly Secretariat has issued the agenda for today’s session

PM receives summary to call joint parliamentary session

It has been advised in the summary to call the session on September 2 or 3.

President set to approve amended Local Government Act 2024

Many fear this time too local bodies elections may not be held in the capital

Speaker issues production orders for MNA Imtiaz Ahmed

The orders were issued for NA session scheduled to be held on Monday

Speaker Ayaz Sadiq takes action against Parliament staff involved in political activities

A charge sheet has been issued to Deputy Sergeant-at-Arms Sajjad Ahmad Khan.

President summons NA session on August 26

The session of the National Assembly will be held at the Parliament House in Islamabad at 5:00pm.

PTI hints at moving no-trust motion in National Assembly

Our mandate was stolen on Feb 8: Ali Muhammad Khan

PTI convenes joint parliamentary party meeting

The meeting will focus on outlining the agenda for the upcoming National Assembly session.

Election Amendment Act aims to thwart PTI, asserts Omar Ayub

Demand fresh election and return of stolen mandate

Shibli sees Election Act Amendment Bill as attack on Supreme Court

Election Commission has become Selection Commission, blames Senate opposition leader

After NA, Senate passes bill to negate SC reserved seats ruling amid opposition outcry

PML-N MNA Bilal Kayani tables Election Act Amendment Bill and the opposition protests

PTI MNA Mumtaz Mustafa passes away

The PTI MNA, hailing from Rahim Yar Khan died of cardiac arrest in the parliament lodges.

Draft legislation to be tabled in National Assembly against HIV AIDS

Adoption of proactive and non-traditional methods to prevent the HIV AIDS spread.

PTI protests as NA committee approves bill proposing restrictions on independent candidates

A day ago, the PML-N tabled the Election Act (Amendment) Bill, 2024 in the National Assembly

CJP Isa should take notice of PTI MNA's 'abduction': Qaiser

If anything happens then DPO Gujarat will be responsible, says former speaker

Ayaz Sadiq announces six-member panel of Chairpersons for 8th NA session

The panel would chair the house proceedings in absence of the Speaker and Deputy Speaker.