Rauf Siddiqui

Siddiqui reads Jaun Elia's poem on Abbasi's request

Insists that those responsible for managing and circulating videos should appear before court

The verdict was reserved on September 2 and was expected to be announced today

Accused, Rauf Siddiqui did not appear for hearing in person

Around 400 people have so far collected nomination forms in Sindh

Sources relay that Siddiqui’s reception ceremony will be held on April 13 in Karachi

ATC formally frames charges against accused, prosecution to present witnesses on Feb 17

MQM leader was nominated in cases at various police stations after Altaf's incendiary speech

Former industries minister claims illegal appointments were made by his successor

Police did not charge him as a facilitator to the crime due to lack of evidence

MQM lawmaker sought permission to travel abroad

‘Security concerns’ cited as reason

Both leaders are accused of sheltering and facilitating terrorists

Co-accused’s application was dismissed by SHC

PPP leader Qadir Patel, who earlier escaped the court premises, also surrenders before police

Court directs authorities to explain why he is booked in the case