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26/12/2025

سہیل آفریدی کی لاہور آمد، سیاسی سرگرمیوں میں تیزی

لاہور: خیبر پختونخوا کے سینئر سیاسی رہنما سہیل آفریدی لاہور پہنچ گئے ہیں، جہاں ان کے دورے کو ملکی سیاست میں اہم پیش رفت قرار دیا جا رہا ہے۔ سہیل آفریدی کا یہ دورہ ایک ایسے وقت میں ہو رہا ہے جب سیاسی ماحول خاصا گرم ہے اور مختلف جماعتیں متحرک نظر آ رہی ہیں۔

ذرائع کے مطابق سہیل آفریدی لاہور میں قیام کے دوران پارٹی رہنماؤں، کارکنان اور اہم شخصیات سے ملاقاتیں کریں گے۔ ان ملاقاتوں میں موجودہ سیاسی صورتحال، مستقبل کی حکمتِ عملی اور عوامی مسائل پر تفصیلی مشاورت کی جائے گی۔

سہیل آفریدی نے لاہور پہنچنے پر میڈیا سے مختصر گفتگو کرتے ہوئے کہا کہ ملک کو اس وقت سیاسی استحکام، شفاف نظام اور عوامی فلاح پر مبنی فیصلوں کی ضرورت ہے۔ انہوں نے کہا کہ ان کا دورہ عوام کی آواز بننے اور سیاسی رابطے مضبوط کرنے کے لیے ہے۔

دوسری جانب، ان کی آمد کے پیشِ نظر شہر میں سکیورٹی کے خصوصی انتظامات کیے گئے ہیں جبکہ سیاسی حلقوں میں ان کے دورے کو آئندہ دنوں میں اہم سیاسی سرگرمیوں کا پیش خیمہ قرار دیا جا رہا ہے۔

سیاسی مبصرین کا کہنا ہے کہ سہیل آفریدی کی لاہور آمد نہ صرف پارٹی سطح پر بلکہ قومی سیاست میں بھی اثر ڈال سکتی ہے، اور آنے والے دنوں میں اس دورے کے نتائج سامنے آ سکتے ہیں۔

23/12/2025

PIA Privatisation Breakthrough (Dec 23, 2025)

Pakistan has successfully sold a controlling stake in PIA after a televised auction. Key points:

The government received three competitive bids in the second privatization bid after last year’s attempt failed.
Reuters

A consortium led by **Arif Habib Corporation emerged as the winner, offering Rs 135 billion (approx. $482 million) for a majority stake (about 75%) in the airline.
Dawn

This is seen as a major milestone in Pakistan’s economic reform program, backed by the International Monetary Fund (IMF), which has pushed for privatizing loss-making state enterprises.
AP News

This effectively marks the start of a new ownership era for Pakistan’s national carrier after decades of government control.

Why This Matters

PIA has struggled financially for years, burdened by losses, debt, and management problems. The sale aims to bring private-sector efficiency and investment to revive the airline.
Bloomberg

The privatization is closely watched because it’s one of the biggest state asset sales in Pakistan in decades and a key part of IMF-driven reforms.

22/12/2025

UOL Student Awais Sultan Dies After Falling from Campus Building: Outrage and Investigation Underway

LAHORE, Pakistan — Tragedy struck at the University of Lahore (UOL) when 22-year-old student Awais Sultan lost his life after falling from the fourth floor of a campus building on Friday. Authorities and fellow students are still investigating the circumstances of the incident.
Minute Mirror

What Happened

According to police and local media, Awais Sultan, a fifth-semester Pharm-D student, fell from a building on the university campus. Rescue teams rushed him to a nearby hospital in critical condition, but doctors later confirmed that he died from his injuries.
Pakistan Today

Police have opened a formal inquiry to determine whether the fall was an accident, su***de, or involved foul play. Officials say all possible angles are being examined as part of the investigation.
Aaj English TV

Student Response and Social Media Reaction

The news of Awais’s death quickly spread on social media and among students. Posts online describe him as a hardworking and sincere student, and many viewers expressed sadness and concern over the incident.
Reddit

Some students shared claims — not yet officially confirmed — suggesting that Awais was facing academic pressure due to attendance issues and had personally struggled with university policies. These narratives have sparked emotional reactions and calls for better student support systems.
Reddit

Broader Concerns Raised

The incident has reignited discussions in educational and student communities about mental health support, campus safety, and institutional policies in higher education. Many argue that universities should balance academic rules with empathy and understanding, especially for students dealing with personal or financial challenges.
Reddit

Investigation Continues

Local police and university authorities continue to investigate the case. So far, the University of Lahore has not issued a detailed public statement about the circumstances leading up to Awais Sultan’s fall.
Pakistan Today

21/12/2025

Under-19 Asia Cup Final: Pakistan vs India – Match Summary

In a big youth cricket final on 21 December 2025 at the ICC Academy Ground in Dubai, the **Pakistan Under-19 team beat India Under-19 by a huge margin of 191 runs to win the Under-19 Asia Cup 2025 trophy.

Match Result:
Pakistan U-19 won by 191 runs.
NDTV Sports

🏏 Pakistan Innings (Batting First)

Pakistan chose to bat first after India won the toss.

🇵🇰 Pakistan scored a massive total of 347 runs for 8 wickets in 50 overs.
Radio Pakistan

Sameer Minhas played a sensational innings of 172 runs off just 113 balls, smashing 17 fours and 9 sixes — and was Player of the Match.
NDTV Sports

Ahmed Hussain also played well, scoring 56 runs and building important partnerships.
SAMAA TV

Pakistan’s strong total put huge pressure on India right from the start.
Business Recorder

🏏 India Innings (Chasing 348)

India needed 348 runs to win — a very big target for any team.
Radio Pakistan

🇮🇳 India were bowled out for just 156 runs in 26.2 overs.
NDTV Sports

The Indian batting lineup struggled against Pakistan’s bowling attack. Wickets kept falling, especially in the early and middle overs.
myKhel

The top scorers for India could not make big scores, and the big chase turned into a collapse.
Outlook India

20/12/2025

Sharif Osman Hadi’s Death Sparks Nationwide Unrest in Bangladesh

Dhaka, Bangladesh —
Violent protests and political turmoil have erupted across Bangladesh following the death of Sharif Osman Hadi, a prominent youth leader and spokesperson for the political group Inqilab Mancha. Hadi’s death has intensified tensions in the country as it heads into national elections scheduled for February 2026.
Reuters

Who Was Sharif Osman Hadi?

Sharif Osman Hadi, aged 32, was a key figure in the 2024 student uprising that helped topple former prime minister Sheikh Hasina from power. He was also preparing to run as an independent candidate in upcoming parliamentary elections. Hadi was known for his role as a youth activist and political organizer.
Reuters

On 12 December 2025, Hadi was shot in the head by masked gunmen in Dhaka while campaigning. He was initially treated in a local hospital and later airlifted to Singapore for advanced medical care, but succumbed to his injuries on 18 December 2025 after spending six days on life support.
Reuters

Nationwide Protests and Violence

The announcement of Hadi’s death triggered immediate and widespread unrest across Bangladesh. Demonstrations began in Dhaka and quickly spread to other major cities. Protesters have:

Demanded justice and the arrest of those responsible for the attack;

Targeted media houses, including the offices of Prothom Alo and The Daily Star, which were set ablaze during violent demonstrations; and

Clashed with authorities as tensions have continued to rise.
Reuters

The unrest reflects deep political divisions and frustrations ahead of the elections, with crowds chanting slogans and calling for accountability. In Dhaka’s Shahbagh area, thousands marched demanding justice for Hadi and an end to political violence.
The Business Standard

State Funeral and Mourning

Despite the volatile environment, the government held a state funeral for Hadi under tight security on 20 December 2025. Thousands of mourners gathered in Dhaka to pay their respects. Hadi was buried beside the grave of the revered Bangladeshi poet Kazi Nazrul Islam at the Dhaka University campus, a significant honor that reflects his symbolic status in the political movement.
Reuters

The interim government, led by Nobel laureate Muhammad Yunus, declared a national day of mourning and urged calm, pledging to bring Hadi’s killers to justice.
Reuters

Political and Diplomatic Fallout

Hadi’s death has also heightened diplomatic tensions, especially with India. Some protesters accused foreign involvement in the killing, and demonstrations included anti‑India slogans and attacks on symbols linked to India. The violence has posed challenges to Bangladesh’s transition toward a democratic election and raised concerns among international observers about political stability.
The Times of India

Human rights groups and national political actors have called for thorough investigations into both the assassination and the subsequent violence. Authorities have increased security measures nationwide to prevent further clashes.
Reuters

20/12/2025

Pakistan Court Sentences Imran Khan and Wife to 17 Years in Graft Case

Islamabad / Rawalpindi, Dec 20, 2025 —
In a landmark verdict that is set to further intensify political tensions in Pakistan, a special court Friday sentenced former Prime Minister Imran Khan and his wife, Bushra Bibi, to 17 years in prison each on corruption charges related to the under-priced retention and sale of luxury state gifts.
AP News

The case — known locally as the Toshakhana-II graft reference — centres on allegations that the former first couple retained and purchased valuable state gifts received during official visits, including high-end jewelry, at prices far below their true market value in violation of Pakistan’s gift-disclosure laws.
The Star

Special Judge Shahrukh Arjumand, sitting at the high-security Adiala Jail complex in Rawalpindi — where Khan is already imprisoned — handed down the sentences:

10 years on charges of criminal breach of trust, and

7 years under anti-corruption statutes.
In addition, each was fined approximately PKR 16.4 million (about USD 50,000), with extra jail time if the fines go unpaid.
The New Indian Express

Both Khan and Bushra Bibi denied the charges. Khan’s lawyers say the defense was not properly heard before the sentence was delivered, and they have pledged to immediately appeal the decision.
The Express Tribune

Broader Legal and Political Context.

This judgment adds to a series of legal convictions against Imran Khan following his removal from office in April 2022. He has been in custody since August 2023, serving sentences in multiple corruption cases, including earlier state-gifts cases and land-related graft references. The total length of his sentences could exceed 30 years if upheld.
Reuters

Khan — a former cricket star turned politician and founder of the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) party — has consistently maintained that these cases are politically motivated attempts to sideline him and prevent his return to power. His party has repeatedly condemned the trials as lacking fairness and transparency.
The Express Tribune

PTI, Supporters Denounce Ruling

PTI officials denounced the verdict as a “black chapter in history,” claiming that the proceedings were predetermined and aimed at crushing democratic opposition. Legal and party allies staged protests outside major cities and vowed to pursue all judicial avenues to overturn the ruling.
AP News

Human Rights and International Concerns

Separately, United Nations human rights experts have raised alarm over Khan’s detention conditions, warning that prolonged solitary confinement and restrictions on family and legal contact may amount to psychological torture. Reports from international observers have urged Pakistan to uphold international detention standards — concerns dismissed by government spokespeople as politically charged criticisms.
Desi Talk's Chicago

Domestic political figures have echoed these concerns, with some provincial leaders calling the incarceration conditions illegal and inhumane, alleging ongoing violations of prisoners’ rights.
Pakistan Today

Impact and Outlook

The conviction is expected to deepen Pakistan’s political divides at a time when governance challenges and economic pressures loom large. Khan’s supporters see the verdict as confirmation of a broader crackdown on dissent, while opponents argue that no one should be above the law.
Reuters

With appeals pending and international scrutiny mounting, the case is likely to shape Pakistan’s political discourse well into 2026.
AP News

19/12/2025

Islamabad High Court Verdict – Justice Jahangiri Degree Case

Islamabad:
The Islamabad High Court (IHC) has ruled that Justice Tariq Mehmood Jahangiri’s LLB degree was not valid when he was appointed as a High Court judge. His appointment has been declared illegal and he has been immediately removed from office. ⚖️

Key Points of the Verdict:
The verdict was delivered by a two-member bench led by Chief Justice Sardar Muhammad Sarfraz Dogar and Justice Azam Khan.
The court ordered the government to approve his de-notification
His degree had previously been cancelled by the University of Karachi due to alleged irregularities.

💬 Reactions:

🟢 Supporters:
Legal experts and accountability advocates say the verdict promotes transparency and merit in the judiciary.
Advocate Mian Dawood: “Universities and institutions should also be held accountable where fake documents were facilitated.”

Critics / Opponents:
❗ Justice Jahangiri raised objections, claiming conflict of interest in the bench and that he did not receive full justice.
❗ Some legal observers noted that procedures and evidence handling were unclear, and he should have been given a chance to debate.

Next Steps:
Justice Jahangiri has filed an appeal in the Federal Constitutional Court.
The case could reach the Supreme Court if the appeal is accepted.

19/12/2025

Latest Supreme Court Decision (2025): R**e Case Changed to “Consensual Adultery”
Originally the accused was convicted of r**e (Zina bil Jabr) with a 20-year prison sentence.
The Supreme Court overturned that conviction and said the case should be treated as consensual adultery (Zina bil Raza) instead.
The sentence was reduced from 20 years to 5 years’ imprisonment.
The fine was also reduced from Rs. 500,000 to Rs. 10,000.
If the fine is not paid, the accused will spend another 2 months in jail.
(The Express Tribune)
Why did the court change it?
The Supreme Court majority said the evidence did not prove r**e (which requires force or coercion). Instead, the court said the available evidence showed consensual sexual relations between the two adults.
Because of this, the court treated the case as adultery with consent rather than r**e.
(The Express Tribune)
⚖️ Dissenting opinion
One judge (Justice Salahuddin Panhwar) disagreed with the majority judgment and said the conviction should have stayed as r**e.
(The Express Tribune)
Important Legal Difference
Zina bil Jabr (r**e) = sexual in*******se without consent (very serious crime).
Zina bil Raza (consensual adultery) = voluntary sexual relations with consent (different offence in law).
The Supreme Court’s decision was controversial because it changed how the act was legally interpreted.
(Daily Pakistan English News)

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