Athar Minallah and Mansoor Ali Shah, two Supreme Court judges, resigned. Channel News Pakistan

ISLAMABAD: Justice Mansoor Ali Shah and Athar Minallah, two senior judges of Pakistan’s Supreme Court (SC), have resigned, according to Channel News. Justices Mansoor Ali Shah and Athar Minallah have submitted their resignations to President Asif Zardari. Justice Mansoor Ali Shah’s resignation is seven pages long and declares the 27thContinue Reading

Imran Khan is granted bail by the SC in eight May 9 instances. Channel News Pakistan

ISLAMABAD Imran Khan, the founder of the PTI, was granted bail by the Supreme Court of Pakistan on Thursday in eight instances pertaining to the events of May 9. Khan received relief when the three-member bench, led by Chief Justice Yahya Afridi, heard the petitions. In a previous reconstitution ofContinue Reading

SBP to begin a trial for digital money, says governor. Channel News Pakistan

ISLAMABAD (Reuters) — As the government cranks up efforts to upgrade the country’s financial system, State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) Governor Jameel Ahmad announced on Wednesday that the institution intends to start a pilot for a digital currency and is completing legislation to regulate virtual assets. Central banks across theContinue Reading

Starlink wins India's final approval for launch. Channel News Pakistan

(Reuters) – On Wednesday, India’s space authority gave Starlink a licence to begin commercial operations in the nation, removing the sole remaining regulatory obstacle for the satellite operator to join the market. Elon Musk’s company has been waiting for commercial licensing in India since 2022. It acquired a critical launchContinue Reading

The ECP has reserved the ruling in Omar Ayub's election lawsuit. Channel News Pakistan

ISLAMABAD – The Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP) has deferred its decision in the case challenging the election of National Assembly Opposition Leader Omar Ayub, following concluding arguments from both parties. During the hearing, the petitioner’s counsel, representing Babar Nawaz, claimed that he was not seeking re-election, but rather aContinue Reading

Hajj 2026: Registration deadline is extended by two days. Channel News Pakistan

ISLAMABAD – The deadline for Hajj 2026 registration has been extended by two days, allowing candidates more time to get their papers in order. According to the Ministry of Religious Affairs, pilgrims can now submit their applications through specified banks and the ministry’s web site till July 11. The registrationContinue Reading

Pakistan's voter count has reached 134.4 million. Channel News Pakistan

ISLAMABAD – According to the most recent Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP) figures, there are 134,428,577 registered voters in Pakistan. According to ECP sources, there are now 72,124,209 male voters and 62,304,368 female voters. Punjab has the most registered voters, at 76,503,243. Sindh has 28,170,274 voters, whereas Khyber Pakhtunkhwa hasContinue Reading