Voice For Peace

In a troubling turn of events, the Supreme Court's directive to the Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP) to address the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf's (PTI) concerns about an uneven playing field in the upcoming general elections on February 8 has exposed the glaring issues with the caretaker government's handling of the electoral process. The PTI's plea for a level playing field is not without merit, and the events leading up to the Supreme Court's intervention raise serious questions about the integrity of the electoral process. The allegations of harassment, raids, and impediments to political activities directed at PTI members are not only concerning but also indicative of a system that appears to be favoring one political party over others. The incident involving the raid on former PTI leader Usman Dar's residence, coupled with the subsequent accusations against PML-N stalwart Khawaja Asif and the police, casts a dark shadow over the impartiality of the electo...

  In a stunning twist of political poker, the Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) seems to be dealing cards from a deck of alliances and seat adjustments, with one notable exception – the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI). It appears that the PTI is the black sheep of the political family, facing a colder shoulder than a snowman in the desert. Co-chairman Asif Ali Zardari, the puppet master of this political theatre, recently visited Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, where he played the role of a stern parent forbidding his provincial leaders from cozying up to Imran Khan's PTI. The reason? The PTI has apparently been in the eye of the storm since the May 9 incidents, whatever those may be – perhaps a political barbecue that got out of hand. While PPP leaders in Punjab were contemplating a political dance with the PTI to counter the PML-N, Zardari has decided to pull the plug on this potential tango. Talk about leaving Imran Khan on 'read.' The real winner in this political soap opera? The Jamiat ...

  In a surprising turn of events, former Prime Minister Imran Khan finds himself behind bars, but the real drama unfolds in the realm of love and heartbreak. As Imran Khan faces legal challenges, his personal life takes center stage, and it appears that even the powerful establishment can't escape the complexities of love. Khawar Farid Maneka, the former husband of Bushra Bibi, has unleashed a whirlwind of allegations against Imran Khan, suggesting that the charismatic leader might have a more eventful love life than his political career. In a soap opera worthy of prime-time television, Maneka spills the beans on the intricacies of his 28-year-long marriage and the unexpected involvement of a spiritual guru and a mysterious figure known as Farah Gogi. The saga begins with "Pinki" (Bushra Bibi) leaving the Maneka residence six months before their divorce, seeking solace in her abode in Pakpattan city, Punjab. While Maneka expresses a desire to reconcile, his mother apparen...

  In a commendable display of regional cooperation, the Caretaker Chief Ministers of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP), Justice (Retd) Syed Arshad Hussain Shah, and Punjab, Mohsin Naqvi, convened in Islamabad to deliberate on pressing matters concerning both provinces. This meeting not only marks a significant moment in the political landscape but also underlines the commitment of caretaker administrations to address shared challenges and promote regional prosperity. The courteous exchange between Chief Minister Naqvi and Justice (Retd) Shah set the tone for the discussions, with Naqvi extending warm congratulations to his counterpart on assuming the role of Caretaker Chief Minister. This gesture not only reflects the diplomatic decorum expected in such interactions but also hints at the spirit of collaboration that would characterize the rest of the meeting. At the forefront of the agenda was the movement of essential commodities between Khyber Pakhtunkhwa and Punjab. Wheat, flour, and suga...