Imran Khan to contest general elections from at least three constituencies, says his party

Imran Khan to contest general elections from at least three constituencies, says his party

Former Pakistani Prime Minister Imran Khan. File Photo | Photo Credit: REUTERS Pakistan’s jailed former prime minister Imran Khan will contest the upcoming general elections from at least three constituencies despite conviction and incarceration, his party announced on Wednesday. On August 5, the 71-year-old former cricketer-turned-politician was convicted by a trial court in Islamabad in … Read more

General elections in Pakistan to be held on February 11, poll body informs Supreme Court

General elections in Pakistan to be held on February 11, poll body informs Supreme Court

General elections in Pakistan will be held on February 11, the country’s poll body informed the Supreme Court on Thursday, putting an end to months-long uncertainty over the polls. The Election Commission of Pakistan’s counsel, Sajeel Swati, said the process of drawing constituencies would be completed by January 29, paving the way for the polls. … Read more

Pakistan general elections date likely to be announced soon: PM Kakar

Pakistan general elections date likely to be announced soon: PM Kakar

Commenting on the issue of equal political space for parties in the country, Mr. Kakar said, “No political party has been left out of the political process and that the caretaker government is doing its best to assist the electoral process.” File | Photo Credit: PTI Asserting that there will be a level playing field … Read more