Presidential address to mark start of new parliamentary year

 Urge all stakeholders to set differences aside in order to realise Quaid’s vision

The unique creation had been gifted by PHC to NA last year

Shibli Faraz says minorities are playing an important role in the development of the country

 Election commission has directed scrutiny committee to complete investigation and submit a report by August 17

Also issues directions for completion of initial work on delimitation of constituencies in Sindh

 Seven bills including Mutual Legal Assistance to be presented for approval

Sources say the bills would be approved by the joint session of parliament if the Senate disapproves it

Opposition boycotts talks as govt rejects its proposed amendments; stalemate also impedes FATF legislation

Parliamentary committee to meet again today to reach a consensus