The arrest is a signal to the military fraternity—especially retired and serving officers who supported Imran Khan and stood against the current chief, General Asim Munir—to mend their ways.
Gen Hameed has long been a controversial figure, from being at the centre of a storm during the 2018 Pakistan elections to engineering the Faizabad agreement in 2017.
Critics argue the current government, seen by many as military-backed, is using its parliamentary majority to consolidate power and further disenfranchise Opposition parties.
In the past, the PTI head has blamed the US and completely refused to negotiate with his opponents. Now, he is ‘proud’ of the Army and wants strong relations with the US.
Charles Glass had sought permission from Pakistan’s federal interior minister via email to meet Imran Khan, citing a court order that allowed him a visit. His request was denied.
The decision to ban PTI follows two significant developments: The Supreme Court's ruling declaring it eligible for reserved seats and the overturning of Imran Khan's conviction.
Attaullah Tarar, Pakistan's I&B minister, said in a press conference Monday that a decision has been taken to ban former PM Imran Khan's party Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI).
In the first eight months of the current fiscal year, New Delhi’s net tax intake didn’t even hit the halfway mark of what it expects to collect by March 31.
As Visakhapatnam readies a mega airport, the Andhra Pradesh government has revived its shelved Dagadarthi project, aiming to boost cargo and connectivity on the south coast.
Speaking at annual press conference, Army chief reiterated that India does not recognise 1963 Sino-Pakistan border pact under which Pakistan illegally ceded Shaksgam Valley to China.
UK, EFTA already in the bag and EU on the way, many members of RCEP except China signed up, and even restrictions on China being lifted, India has changed its mind on trade.
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