Tags : Constitutional Amendments
Today, PML-N President Nawaz Sharif is hosting a dinner for PPP Chairman Bilawal Bhutto and JUI-F head Maulana Fazlur Rehman at Jati Umra in Lahore. This gathering follows a significant meeting between JUI-F and PPP leaders in Karachi yesterday, where they reached a consensus on constitutional amendments. A Step Towards Consensus Maulana Fazlur Rehman and […]Read More
In a significant development, the Jamiat Ulema-e-Islam-Fazl (JUI-F) and Pakistan People’s Party (PPP) have reached a consensus on constitutional amendments following a meeting in Karachi. The agreement was announced by JUI-F chief Maulana Fazlur Rehman and PPP Chairman Bilawal Bhutto Zardari during a joint press conference. Key Takeaways from the Agreement Next Steps The federal […]Read More
The federal government has summoned a session of the National Assembly (NA) to pass a proposed constitutional amendment, with the draft of the 26th amendment set to be presented on October 18. Lawmakers have been directed to reach Islamabad by tomorrow to discuss the proposed changes. Key Amendments Over 20 clauses are expected to be […]Read More
Pakistan People’s Party (PPP) Chairman Bilawal Bhutto Zardari has reaffirmed his commitment to establishing a constitutional court, a pledge that has been part of the party’s manifesto since 2007. Bilawal emphasized that the PPP has consistently fought for judicial reforms, including the establishment of federal constitutional courts, in every election since 2007. A Long-Standing Commitment […]Read More
Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) lawmaker Amir Dogar confirmed that the party has received the draft of proposed constitutional amendments. However, the PTI has rejected the draft, citing numerous ambiguities and lack of clarity. Postponement and Delays The National Assembly session, initially scheduled for yesterday, has been postponed until after the SCO summit. Consequently, discussions on the […]Read More
The Jamiat Ulema-e-Islam-Fazl (JUI-F) has rejected claims of reaching a breakthrough on constitutional amendments with the federal government, stating that it’s the government’s responsibility to pass the amendments before October 25. Key Demands JUI-F spokesperson Aslam Ghauri emphasized that constitutional amendments should be acceptable to all, not just an individual or government. He also expressed […]Read More
Pakistan’s government coalition has issued a directive for parliamentarians abroad to return home by October 15, amidst ongoing consultations and debates over the 26th constitutional amendment. Several senators and National Assembly members are currently out of the country, including prominent figures such as Dr. Tariq Fazal Chaudhry of PML-N and Syed Khursheed Shah of People’s […]Read More
Bushra Gohar, senior leader of the National Democratic Movement (NDM), has filed a petition in the Peshawar High Court (PHC) challenging the proposed constitutional amendments. The petition, filed through Advocate Ali Gauhar Durrani, names the federal government and the Ministry of Law as respondents. Key Demands Gohar argued that the 18th Amendment process demonstrated the […]Read More
A fresh petition has been filed in the Supreme Court of Pakistan, challenging the proposed constitutional amendments. Advocate Saeem Chaudhry moved the petition, arguing that Article 179, which concerns the retirement age of judges, should be declared a fundamental part of the Constitution. Key Petition Demands Respondents Named The federal government, Speaker, Chairman of the […]Read More
The government has achieved a significant breakthrough in talks with Jamiat Ulema-e-Islam (JUI) leader Maulana Fazlur Rehman regarding the proposed 26th constitutional amendment. A consensus has been reached on establishing a constitutional court, marking a major development in the negotiations. Key Agreement Details Background and Next Steps Senator Kamran Murtaza confirmed that JUI received a […]Read More