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A case of judicial overreach
Democracy & constitutionalism will nurture only if all state institutions remain confine to their respective functions
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The PML-N mandate
If the PML-N overcomes the current crisis, it will have to totally review its governance and political management.
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Sirajul Haq urges NA speaker to delay acceptance of PTI resignations
If these resignations are accepted, under Article 224 (4) of the Constitution, by-elections will take place, says Haq
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Azadi march: Nationwide protests from Sunday, says Imran
PTI chief asked PM Nawaz Sharif to go on one-month’s leave until judicial commission investigated claims of rigging
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Talks falter as PM asked to step aside for 30 days
PTI says probe will be unacceptable as long as PM can influence judicial commission’s findings.
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Political standoff: Zardari’s panacea - dialogue, dialogue and dialogue
After meeting PM, cabinet ministers, JI chief, PML-Q leaders, Zardari says PPP supports democracy, not any individual.
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‘Super Saturday night’: Music, pleasant weather attracts large sit-in crowds
Dharnas gave look of musical night, weekend boosts attendance; residents of nearby areas complain of sleepless nights
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Resolution: Lawyers oppose any move to derail democracy
Want constitution to be respected by all quarters.
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In the streets: Insaf Students’ protest against govt continues
Federation plans sit-ins near Imran Khan’s residence in Zaman Park.
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Land fraud: Four government servants suspended
The suspended men are ‘tabedars’ Kashif Ali Solangi and Mumtaz Hussain Zangejo.
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Integrated records: NADRA gets into action to register aliens
Around 70,000 people were registered by NADRA until August 21.
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Vote of no-confidence: PTI, AJIP lawmakers vow to defend Khattak at all costs
Disgruntled MPAs from ruling party also throw their weight behind the CM.
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A purely personal view of the debacle
Occasional outbursts, while frightening entrenched leaders, reminds them that they are not sacrosanct.
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Evolution on Steroids?
One wrong move and things could topple over. And then it will not just be the baby that gets thrown out.
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Lose-Lose
Survival perhaps will be granted, however on harsh terms, survival is rarely granted on anything less.
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Islamabad sit-in updates: Altaf extends support to Qadri
PAT chief says talks have failed, sit-in will end on Thursday after his final address.
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Qadri presents demands, vows to abide by Constitution in written letter to SC
In an extensive letter to the apex court, PAT chief also presents nine political demands
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Marchers health woes: CDA told to improve sanitation facilities
Due to poor sanitation, there is a risk of outbreak of water-borne diseases.
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On the same page: Media persons, civil society vow to protect democracy
Urge disputing parties to end standoff amicably, artist Jamal Shah ends hunger strike.
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PTI, PAT sit-ins: Motorists decry evening roadblocks
The authorities block major roads leading to Islamabad as many head to the PTI sit-in.
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Protest demonstrations: Insaf Students promise the dawn of a new Pakistan
PML-N workers stage a protest demonstration of their own.
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Plea against protests: Qadri, Imran file responses in top court
PTI assures no extra-constitutional measures will be taken.
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Pro-democracy: JUI-F stages rally against anti-govt sit-ins
The participants of the rally accused Imran Khan and Dr Tahirul Qadri of 'blackmailing democracy'.
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Protesting against the protest: PTI, PAT demonstrations not ‘sitting in’ well with JUI-F
Party’s provincial chief Maulana Gul Naseeb Khan leads rally against Imran, Qadri.
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Standing strong: JI adamant to oppose dissolution of K-P Assembly
Professor underlined that JI also had reservations over the May 2013 elections, but wanted positive reforms in laws
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Pot calling the kettle black?
Don't understand why PTI, PML-N, biggest beneficiaries of poll rigging, are pushing country to abyss via...
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Pride and passion
When maximal is costly, optimal can be the best take-away. Take it.
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The foreign side of the Long March
It’s disappointing to see that even after 67 years of independence, this country is still under economic...
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Hoping for change, PTI workers in the city gather for third consecutive day
Party leaders from Islamabad urge crowd to stay peaceful.
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Govt willing to accept 'overwhelming' demands of protesters: Nisar
Nisar reiterates security threats, says PTI, PAT chiefs will be accountable for any untoward incident.
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Islamabad sit-in updates: Third round of talks end with PTI's demand for PM to resign 'for 30 days'
Imran Khan's party says incumbent govt will stay intact even if PM resigns for 30 days and appoints someone else
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Economy: ‘Losses becoming unbearable’
Rashid was critical of the unprecedented economic loss during the past few days.
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Consumers to bear the brunt after sit-ins end
Truckers to pass on losses incurred during Islamabad protests.
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Sit-ins will stall OGDCL privatisation: Zubair
PC chairman says goals unachievable amid current crisis.
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Showing solidarity: On day two of sit-in, PTI fails to attract large number of supporters
Party workers claim they can block the entire city if need be.
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Imran to US: Stop poking your nose in our affairs
Says US Embassy statement on ongoing political crisis is unacceptable.
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NA adopts resolution in PM’s support
Lawmakers condemn protests outside parliament.
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House into confidence: PM Nawaz rules out force to quell sit-ins
Says his resignation will create more chaos, recount of all votes deemed impossible.
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Steps forward, steps back
We must hope things do not take any unfortunate turn in the hours that still lie ahead.
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Islamabad sit-ins: PPP expresses concern over govt's 'high-handed' tactics
Zardari urges parties to resolve issues peacefully, says electoral reforms should be taken up by parliamentary body
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Top court says PTI, PAT should use 'appropriate language' against opponents
SC seeks written reply from Imran's counsel, issues another notice to Qadri
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US does not support extra-constitutional changes in Pakistan: State Department
State department spokesperson cautions reporters from assuming eventuality of protests; urges political dialogue
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Reactions: PML-N workers protest outside Qureshi’s house
The angry mob tried to break into the PTI leader’s house in reaction to the sit-in staged by the party in Islamabad
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Courts closed: Lawyers to boycott courts against sit-ins
Condemning Imran Khan’s call for civil disobedience, bars urge him to take his call back
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Sit-ins continue: Negotiations begin to break the logjam
In talks with a govt negotiating team PTI spells out six demands .
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Bad for business: Traders want Qadri, Imran to cover their losses
Say they will move court if they are not remunerated.
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Back to normal: Protesters move forward, allowing cleaners to follow in their wake
CDA staff clean Aabpara and Kashmir Highway as protesters camp at Red Zone
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Bearing the brunt: Wholesalers claim loss of ‘millions’ due to sit-ins
The business community has been protesting over the losses that they have had to bear due to sit-ins and road blocks.
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Sanity prevails: Policemen play cards at Constitution Avenue
Policemen did not face any trouble from the marchers as members of both parties spend their time dancing and singing
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Sit-in for change: PTI workers gather at Teen Talwar to lend support to Azadi marchers in Isb
Most protesters came to get a feel of what is going on in the capital.