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Pezeshkian and Jalili emerge as the frontrunners in snap election but fell short of securing 50% for outright win
ECP says Achakzai did not object during scrutiny phase
PPP to seek votes from all parties for presidential poll
Experts say Dr Alvi should summon session instead of waiting for allocation of reserved seats
Many expected to ignore the ballot amid economic hardship, calls for a boycott by liberals at home and abroad
Possible return of the Rajapaksas has also sparked fear among Sri Lankan Muslims