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Monday, January 5, 2026
TopicPakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI)

Topic: Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI)

Rumours of Imran Khan’s death in custody ignite violent clashes outside Pakistan’s Adiala jail

Thousands of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaaf workers clash with police. Rumours of Imran's death are fuelling the unrest as Imran's sisters demand answers after not being allowed to meet him for a year.

Pakistan plans to revive tribal justice system jirga in KPK—‘blatant betrayal of Constitution’

While jirga, traditional councils of male tribal elders, is seen by some as a grassroots mechanism for maintaining order, it has also been criticised for perpetuating gender discrimination and reinforcing local power hierarchies.

Imran Khan to lead anti-govt protest from jail, wants it to ‘hit peak’ on 5 August, says sister Aleema

Imran Khan will complete 2 years in jail on 5 August. Aleema Khan said that the party will unveil its strategy for anti-government movement after the 10th of Muharram.

Pakistan watches Trump 2.0 with ‘caution’, PTI sees chance for Imran Khan’s release

Analysts view the US President's 2nd tenure with 'expectation and fear'. While stakes are high, adapting to a more transactional, unpredictable global landscape will be key for Pakistan.

Former Pakistan PM Imran Khan & others indicted by anti-terror court in 2023 riots case

In May that year, Khan’s Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) leaders attacked the Army headquarters following his arrest; more than 100 leaders have been indicted.

6 killed in clash with Pakistan security forces as protestors demand release of ex-PM Imran Khan

The violence erupted at the end of a march led by Khan's wife Bushra Bibi and his key aide Ali Amin Gandapur that arrived in Islamabad early Tuesday.

Police constable dead, 70 officers injured as violence erupts during a PTI protest in Islamabad

During a protest by the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI), the party of the incarcerated ex-PM Imran Khan, clashes took place between the protestors and the police.

Pakistan’s 26th Constitutional Amendment bill has sparked a political storm. What it proposes

Controversial bill, now approved by the cabinet, intends to make sweeping changes to Pakistan’s judicial system. The PPP-led coalition govt struggling to find broad political consensus.

No unauthorised protests allowed during SCO summit, says Islamabad HC amid anti-govt protests

The court directed the local administration to allocate designated areas for protests in the capital city.

Pakistan to ban Imran Khan’s party, says information minister

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).

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BCCI has sabotaged India’s approach to Bangladesh

The BCCI decision has given new life to the lunatic fringe of the Hindu Right. It now has the confidence to force policy changes in accordance with its communal campaigns.

Trump threatens India with fresh tariffs on Russian oil, calls PM Modi a ‘good guy’

The latest comment comes as New Delhi and Washington have yet to sign a trade agreement. India’s purchase of Russian oil has reduced, but Moscow remains top source for crude.

Greece looking at TATA’s WhAP infantry combat vehicle for army procurement

If deal goes through, Greece will be 2nd foreign country to procure vehicle. Morocco was first; TATA Group has set up manufacturing unit there with minimum 30 percent indigenous content.

A year-end Mea Culpa in National Interest—The Army-Islam combo doesn’t kill democracy

Many of you might think I got something so wrong in National Interest pieces written this year. I might disagree! But some deserve a Mea Culpa. I’d deal with the most recent this week.