All India Muslim League's Malik Barkat Ali was amongst those nominated by Jinnah to prepare the Lahore Resolution.

Politi­cally well-connec­ted owner, confli­ct of intere­st for the aviati­on regula­tor cited as reason­s for delay.

Malik Barkat Ali was elected on a Muslim League ticket to the Punjab Assembly from the eastern districts in 1937.

With losses in tens of billions every year, PIA is effectively bankrupt and in desperate need of restructuring.

As Pakistan marks Independence day, it faces a political disconnect between the ruling political elite and the people.