If Ishaq Dar assumes the role of Finance Minister, he will have to adopt a conciliatory tone during negotiations with the IMF. He will also have to accept a more significant role for the ISI in policymaking.
Author: Usama Mudassar
PPP Spokesperson Affirms Party’s Decision Not to Join Government
He highlighted the ideological differences between PPP and PML-N, noting that the PPP manifesto will only come into effect when their party leader becomes the Prime Minister. He emphasized that there is no formula for alternating between three and two-year terms for the Prime Minister.
PML(N) and PPP to Hold Another Meeting on Government Formation in Federal
Contrary to speculations, PPP leader Qamar Zaman Kaira clarified that their party is not seeking ministries but will only extend support to the formation of a PML(N) government.
Prime Minister Absent from Islamabad High Court Hearing on Recovery of Baloch Students
Attorney General Mansoor Usman Awan, speaking to journalists outside the Islamabad High Court, stated that the Prime Minister did not appear due to official engagements.
IMF Raises Concerns Over Transparency in Development Projects
Sources also indicate that due to financial constraints, the IMF will be informed about the objectives of development projects. The Ministry of Finance and the Ministry of Planning will collaborate to fulfill the IMF’s condition for paperwork.
Lahore Qalandars vs. Quetta Gladiators: Second Encounter at Gaddafi Stadium
It is worth mentioning that Lahore Qalandars faced defeat in their first match against Islamabad United.
Nazish Jahangir Reflects on Unrequited Love and Practicality
Jahangir reflected on how the experience of unreciprocated love made her more practical, suggesting that love can sometimes lead people to make irrational decisions and overlook obvious flaws. She highlighted the importance of maintaining clarity of thought and rationality even in matters of the heart, implying that her approach to love became more grounded and realistic over time.
Ali Amin Gandapur Asserts KP Nominee Won’t Seek Charity from Federal Government
The nominee for Chief Minister expressed his determination to take steps to end the economic crisis and provide opportunities for employment and entrepreneurship to the youth. He emphasized the need for proactive measures to address the economic challenges faced by the region and to empower the youth with job opportunities and business prospects.
Supreme Court Adjourns Hearing on Plea to Declare February 8 Elections Null and Void
Chief Justice Faisal Arab emphasized that regardless of the petitioner’s actions, the case would proceed. He instructed the petitioner to be contacted via phone and to appear before the court again. Justice Masood Hilali clarified that the plea regarding elections was filed for television publicity.