Stories by Ahmad Fraz Khan

Punjab asks federal govt to deploy Rangers in Rawalpindi, Attock

Rangers’ deployment has been sought from Sept 22 to Oct 5; Public not to be disturbed until marchers enter Punjab

Published 24 Sep, 2026 07:04am

'Breaking Bad' inspired teenager arrested in Bahawalpur for allegedly attempting to poison father with AI help

The suspect allegedly concocted a substance at home with the intention of poisoning his father, NCCIA says.

Published 23 Sep, 2026 06:51pm

Punjab govt seeks Rangers deployment in Rawalpindi, three other districts until Oct 5

Section 144 imposed in Punjab for 13 days; Home Dept asks interior ministry to jam/downgrade internet services in Pindi, Attock on Sept 27.

Updated 23 Sep, 2026 06:51pm

Jamaat heeds PM’s request to postpone capital march

LAHORE: The Jamaat-i-Islami (JI) on Tuesday delayed its long march to the federal capital against the petroleum levy...

Published 23 Sep, 2026 07:30am

JI puts off Islamabad long march after PM's appeal, but vows not to abandon protest against petrol levy

Rehman says protest camps, mobilisation will continue; PMO confirms both sides to meet after premier's return to country.

Updated 22 Sep, 2026 05:07pm

Naeem questions train delay as Jamaat caravan departs Sukkur

PM urged him to delay march until his return, JI claims

Published 22 Sep, 2026 07:06am

PTI up in arms after Aleema imprisoned before demo on 27th

• Lahore DC orders 30-day detention of Imran’s sister; police confirm she is in Kot Lakhpat jail • Lawyer claims arrest orders

Published 21 Sep, 2026 04:44am

Opp parties adamant on capital march despite govt pleas

• JI to launch its march towards Islamabad today after inconclusive talks in Lahore • PTI claims Naqvi requested them to cancel

Published 20 Sep, 2026 04:49am

Govt, JI talks end inconclusively as Islamabad seeks delay in long march over security threats

Baloch says long march will remain necessary until the petroleum levy imposed on the public is withdrawn.

Updated 19 Sep, 2026 10:19pm

Govt reaches out to JI, invites party to another round of talks to break deadlock

Hafiz Naeemur Rehman confirms party is in contact with PTI and farmers’ alliance over demonstrations, says “super long march” will begin on Sept 20.

Updated 18 Sep, 2026 11:52pm

KP CM wraps up Lahore trip amid ‘crackdown’

• Afridi claims 2,000 workers detained by police, reiterates ‘abduction’ allegations • Bokhari asks CM to focus on KP, terms

Published 16 Sep, 2026 06:49am

JI rejects PM Shehbaz’s fuel relief scheme, says it cannot substitute for abolition of petroleum levy

“The government is trying to divert public pressure through temporary relief measures, whereas consumers can get genuine relief only if the levy is withdrawn,” says Liaquat Baloch.

Published 15 Sep, 2026 10:31pm

KP CM alleges police abuse in Lahore as Punjab govt questions his visit

Punjab government responds by highlighting regional issues in KP.

Published 15 Sep, 2026 08:31pm

Punjab rolls out body cameras for police officials to 'strengthen accountability, modernise policing'

"The system would strengthen police monitoring and help curb corruption," says Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz.

Published 15 Sep, 2026 07:08pm

JI rejects PM’s fuel relief package as ‘insufficient’

Seeks abolition of petroleum levy; talks to resume today

Published 15 Sep, 2026 07:32am

JI chief rejects petroleum relief package, demands abolition of levy

Rehman warns “authorities would be held fully responsible for any consequences if undemocratic tactics" used against Islamabad march.

Published 14 Sep, 2026 07:06pm

Govt-JI talks on petroleum levy delayed till tomorrow

• Third round of talks postponed at PM’s request, party claims • Negotiations on issues concerning IPPs planned for 16th

Published 14 Sep, 2026 07:05am

PML-N to state its position on provinces in parliament

• Rana Sanaullah asserts legislature appropriate forum for debate, decision on new units • Says PPP ‘overreacted’ on the issue

Published 13 Sep, 2026 08:00am

Coalition partners PPP, PML-N seek to bridge differences amid strained ties

PPP says as coalition partner, it is "paying a heavy political price" for PML-N's failure to control inflation, rising fuel prices and other issues.

Published 12 Sep, 2026 08:25pm

JI announces Islamabad march on 20th

LAHORE: Jamaat-i-Islami Emir Hafiz Naeemur Rehman announced on Friday that his party will march on Islamabad on Sept...

Published 12 Sep, 2026 04:56am