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"Eliminate Vile Group Jaish": US Lawmaker Warns Bilawal Bhutto-Led Pak Team
A senior American lawmaker has told a visiting Pakistani delegation, led by Bilawal Bhutto Zardari, that the country should do "all it can" to eliminate the "vile" terrorist group Jaish-e-Mohammed as well as ensure protection of religious minorities.
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"Can't Even Take PM Modi's Name": Pak MP Calls Shehbaz Sharif A "Coward"
The Pakistan government and its Army have found themselves at the receiving end of their citizens and Parliamentarians, after getting beaten in the war of nerves with their Indian counterpart and also losing face globally, over their terror support.
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Hindu Minister Attacked In Pak, Shehbaz Sharif Calls It "Unacceptable"
Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz lawmaker Kheal Das Kohistani was driving through the Thatta district when his motorcade was pelted with tomatoes and potatoes by protesters.
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Why Pak Lawmakers Are Seeking Elon Musk's Apology Before Starlink Approval
Pakistan senators are demanding an apology from billionaire Elon Musk, a lawmaker told AFP on Thursday, accusing him of "anti-Pakistan propaganda" as he seeks regulatory approval for his Starlink service in the country.
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MPs Can Cross Vote On Major Issues, Rules Pakistan Supreme Court
Pakistan's Supreme Court ruled on Thursday that lawmakers can vote separately from their parties on major issues, allowing parliamentary horse-trading as the government tries to rally support for constitutional reform.
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"Such A Case...": Bangladesh Skipper Najmul Hossain Shanto Breaks Silence On Murder Row Involving Shakib Al Hasan
Shakib, 37, who lost his job as a lawmaker for Hasina's Awami League party when parliament was dissolved, is "a big asset of our country," said Shanto in a post on Facebook late Monday.
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Bangladesh Allows Ousted MP Cricketer From Sheikh Hasina's Party To Play Test Series In Pakistan
Shakib Al Hasan, a former Bangladesh captain, took office in January as a lawmaker for ousted ex-premier Sheikh Hasina's Awami League party after elections
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"India Landed On Moon, While We...": Pakistani Lawmaker In Viral Speech
Pakistani lawmaker Syed Mustafa Kamal drew a comparison between India's achievements and the precarious situation in Karachi, by mentioning India's moon landing mission.
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Imran Khan's Party-Backed Lawmakers Denied Reserved Seats In Pak Parliament
Pakistan's election commission on Monday blocked lawmakers loyal to jailed ex-prime minister Imran Khan from taking a share of parliamentary seats reserved for women and minorities, after a poll marred by rigging claims.
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Pakistan Parliament Elects Speaker Amid Protests By Imran Khan's Supporters
Pakistan's new parliament elected a speaker on Friday, despite protests from lawmakers loyal to jailed ex-prime minister Imran Khan three weeks after an election they claim was brazenly rigged.
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Three-Time Ex Pak PM Nawaz Sharif Takes Oath As Ordinary Lawmaker In Assembly
Three-time former prime minister Nawaz Sharif on Thursday took oath as an ordinary lawmaker in the 16th session of Pakistan's National Assembly, days after giving up his bid to lead the country for a record fourth time.
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Amid Poll Rigging Allegations, Pak's Newly Elected Parliament Takes Oath
Lawmakers were sworn in during the first sitting of Pakistan's new parliament Thursday, three weeks after an election marred by widespread allegations of rigging.
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In Relief For Nawaz Sharif, Pak MPs' Lifetime Disqualification Cancelled
Pakistan's Supreme Court quashed the lifetime disqualification for lawmakers, ruling that parliamentarians would be barred from holding office for five years, in a major relief to leading politicians, including former prime ministers Nawaz Sharif
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Petition Against Ex-Pak PMs Including Nawaz Sharif In Graft Case Dismissed
A court in Pakistan on Friday dismissed a petition seeking disclosure of Toshakhana gifts (received from heads of the states) against all former premiers, including Nawaz Sharif and former lawmakers, and not just Imran Khan.
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Pak Passes Law That Paves Way For Exiled Ex PM Nawaz Sharif's Return
Pakistan's national assembly has passed legislation limiting how long lawmakers can be disqualified from office, a state spokesman said Tuesday, paving the way for exiled former prime minister Nawaz Sharif's return to politics.
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"Eliminate Vile Group Jaish": US Lawmaker Warns Bilawal Bhutto-Led Pak Team
A senior American lawmaker has told a visiting Pakistani delegation, led by Bilawal Bhutto Zardari, that the country should do "all it can" to eliminate the "vile" terrorist group Jaish-e-Mohammed as well as ensure protection of religious minorities.
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"Can't Even Take PM Modi's Name": Pak MP Calls Shehbaz Sharif A "Coward"
The Pakistan government and its Army have found themselves at the receiving end of their citizens and Parliamentarians, after getting beaten in the war of nerves with their Indian counterpart and also losing face globally, over their terror support.
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Hindu Minister Attacked In Pak, Shehbaz Sharif Calls It "Unacceptable"
Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz lawmaker Kheal Das Kohistani was driving through the Thatta district when his motorcade was pelted with tomatoes and potatoes by protesters.
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Why Pak Lawmakers Are Seeking Elon Musk's Apology Before Starlink Approval
Pakistan senators are demanding an apology from billionaire Elon Musk, a lawmaker told AFP on Thursday, accusing him of "anti-Pakistan propaganda" as he seeks regulatory approval for his Starlink service in the country.
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MPs Can Cross Vote On Major Issues, Rules Pakistan Supreme Court
Pakistan's Supreme Court ruled on Thursday that lawmakers can vote separately from their parties on major issues, allowing parliamentary horse-trading as the government tries to rally support for constitutional reform.
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"Such A Case...": Bangladesh Skipper Najmul Hossain Shanto Breaks Silence On Murder Row Involving Shakib Al Hasan
Shakib, 37, who lost his job as a lawmaker for Hasina's Awami League party when parliament was dissolved, is "a big asset of our country," said Shanto in a post on Facebook late Monday.
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Bangladesh Allows Ousted MP Cricketer From Sheikh Hasina's Party To Play Test Series In Pakistan
Shakib Al Hasan, a former Bangladesh captain, took office in January as a lawmaker for ousted ex-premier Sheikh Hasina's Awami League party after elections
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"India Landed On Moon, While We...": Pakistani Lawmaker In Viral Speech
Pakistani lawmaker Syed Mustafa Kamal drew a comparison between India's achievements and the precarious situation in Karachi, by mentioning India's moon landing mission.
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Imran Khan's Party-Backed Lawmakers Denied Reserved Seats In Pak Parliament
Pakistan's election commission on Monday blocked lawmakers loyal to jailed ex-prime minister Imran Khan from taking a share of parliamentary seats reserved for women and minorities, after a poll marred by rigging claims.
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Pakistan Parliament Elects Speaker Amid Protests By Imran Khan's Supporters
Pakistan's new parliament elected a speaker on Friday, despite protests from lawmakers loyal to jailed ex-prime minister Imran Khan three weeks after an election they claim was brazenly rigged.
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Three-Time Ex Pak PM Nawaz Sharif Takes Oath As Ordinary Lawmaker In Assembly
Three-time former prime minister Nawaz Sharif on Thursday took oath as an ordinary lawmaker in the 16th session of Pakistan's National Assembly, days after giving up his bid to lead the country for a record fourth time.
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Amid Poll Rigging Allegations, Pak's Newly Elected Parliament Takes Oath
Lawmakers were sworn in during the first sitting of Pakistan's new parliament Thursday, three weeks after an election marred by widespread allegations of rigging.
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In Relief For Nawaz Sharif, Pak MPs' Lifetime Disqualification Cancelled
Pakistan's Supreme Court quashed the lifetime disqualification for lawmakers, ruling that parliamentarians would be barred from holding office for five years, in a major relief to leading politicians, including former prime ministers Nawaz Sharif
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Petition Against Ex-Pak PMs Including Nawaz Sharif In Graft Case Dismissed
A court in Pakistan on Friday dismissed a petition seeking disclosure of Toshakhana gifts (received from heads of the states) against all former premiers, including Nawaz Sharif and former lawmakers, and not just Imran Khan.
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Pak Passes Law That Paves Way For Exiled Ex PM Nawaz Sharif's Return
Pakistan's national assembly has passed legislation limiting how long lawmakers can be disqualified from office, a state spokesman said Tuesday, paving the way for exiled former prime minister Nawaz Sharif's return to politics.
