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Pakistan violence: Protesters retreat after midnight crackdown leads to arrest of several PTI supporters
Thousands of supporters of Imran Khan defied the government warnings and curfew in Pakistan and breached the barriers of the high-security zone in the capital city
'Fight till the end,' Imran Khan tells PTI supporters amid violent protests in Islamabad
He further responded to those threatening to try him in military court, and said, "Do what you must; I will not back down from my stance."
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Who is Bushra Bibi, Imran Khan's third wife leading PTI protests in Pakistan's capital against govt?
Bushra Bibi, Imran Khan’s third wife, is now a key figure in the protests against the Pakistani government by his party. Having not even given many TV interviews, Bushra has suddenly been thrust…
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'PTI to continue protest until Imran Khan joins them,' says Bushra Bibi as march moves towards Islamabad
The former first lady met with Gandapur and other party leaders to discuss strategies. Following the meeting, she asked party workers to continue their advance.
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Imran Khan's supporters rally in foreign cities as PTI barred from Islamabad protest
In a post on X, the PTI said on Sunday (Nov 24), "Overseas Pakistanis have given their final verdict - They stand with their leader Imran Khan!"
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Imran Khan: Journey from Pakistan’s Cricket Captain to the Prime Minister of the Country.
Imran Khan Age, Birth Place, Education
Imran Khan or Imran Ahmad Khan Niazi was born on November 25, 1952 into an affluent Pashtun family in Lahore. He was educated at rich schools in Pakistan and the U.K., including the Royal Grammar School in Worcester. He studied philosophy, politics and economics at the University of Oxford.
Imran Khan Family Details
Imran khan family was blessed with accomplished cricket players. His two elder cousins, Javed Burki and Majid Khan served as captains of the Pakistan national team. Imran was no less as he played cricket in his teens, both in Pakistan and U.K. Imran played his first match for Pakistan in 1971 but took a permanent place only after he completed his graduation from Oxford in 1976.
Imran Khan Cricket Career
Imran made a special identity in the world of cricket by early 1980s. Imran Khan became an exceptional bowler and all-rounder and was made the captain of Pakistan in 1982. His charming personality and talent made him the fodder for various journals. 1992 was the athletic success for Imran, when he lifted the first world cup title for his country, beating England in the final.
Later, he acted as a fund-raiser for Shaukat Khanum Memorial Cancer Hospital in Lahore, named after his mother, who died of cancer in 1985.
Imran Khan Political Career
After retiring as a cricketer, Imran became a critic of the government’s mismanagement and corrupt activities. In 1996, he found his own political party, Tehreek-e-Insaf, which won less than 1 per cent of the vote in the national elections held in 1997.
In 2007, he resigned from the national assembly, protesting President Pervez Musharraf’s candidacy in the presidential elections.
Imran was also known for his writings, which included Warrior Race: A Journey Through the Land of the Tribal Pathans and Pakistan: A Personal History.
Imran Khan 2013 Election Campaign
Later, in early 2013, Imran Khan and his party members attracted a large crowd at rallies and gathered support from several politicians from other parties in Pakistan.
The elections produced Tehreek-e-Insaf’s highest totals yet, but the party won less than half the number of seats won by Nawaz Sharif led Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N). Imran accused the PML-N of rigging the elections. Several protests were done by Imran to pressurise Sharif to step down, but everything went in vain.
Prime Minister of Pakistan Imran Khan
Lastly, in 2018, Imran fought against corruption and poverty which led his party to win the elections after seeking a coalition with independent parties. He took oath as the prime minister of Pakistan in August 2018.
Imran Khan’s PTI announces countrywide protest for release of all arrested leaders
Apart from the PTI, the rightwing Jamaat-e-Islami also announced a demonstration in Islamabad against the rising high cost of electricity and other commodities.
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Pakistan ex-PM Imran Khan refuses polygraph and other forensic tests amid May 9 riot investigations
Former Pakistan PM Khan initially refused to answer police questions, citing distrust in the authorities and demanding the presence of his lawyers, but then agreed to 15 minutes of interrogation…
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I'm being caged like a terrorist: Jailed ex-Pakistan PM Imran Khan
“It is solitary confinement with barely any space to move. I am under constant surveillance by the agencies, being recorded 24/7, and I am denied basic prisoner and human rights such as visitation…
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Pakistan govt to ban PTI, initiate treason proceedings against former PM Imran Khan
Addressing a press conference in Islamabad, Information and Broadcasting Minister Attaullah Tarar said, "The federal government will move a case to ban the PTI."
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Ex-Pakistan PM Imran Khan, wife Bushra Bibi acquitted in illegal marriage case
In February, Khan and Bibi were sentenced to seven years in prison and awarded a fine of $1,798 (around PKR 500,000) after a trial court found their 'nikah' to be fraudulent as Khawar…
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Pakistan's Supreme Court rules in favour of PTI for being eligible for reserved seats in Parliament
PTI-backed candidates, who had contested and won the February 8 elections as independents after their party was stripped of its election symbol, had joined the SIC to form a coalition of…
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Islamabad High Court acquits ex-PM Imran Khan, Qureshi in cipher case but duo to stay in jail
IHC Chief Justice Aamer Farooq and Justice Miangul Hassan Aurangzeb accepted their appeal and acquitted the former premier and diplomat.
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Pakistan judge refuses to announce verdict on appeals against Khan’s conviction, recuses himself
The judge was supposed to publicise his verdict today but he refused. He cited the objection by the complainant and recused himself.
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Nawaz Sharif open to dialogue with Imran Khan amid political turbulence, says PM’s adviser
Rana Sanaullah underlined the importance of a grand conversation with the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI), claiming that unconditional discussions are the only way ahead and the sole alternative…
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Ex-Pak PM Imran Khan’s wife moved to jail on her request. Here’s why
As per local reports, Justice Miangul Hassan Aurangzeb pronounced the verdict, which was reserved on May 2 after hearing arguments of both parties
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All that is left for Pakistan military establishment is to murder me: Ex-PM Imran Khan writes from jail
Writing an article for the British daily, The Telegraph, Khan, the chairperson of the Pakistan-Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI), said on Thursday (May 2) that in today's time, Pakistan and its people stand…
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Imran Khan’s former advisor sues Pakistan govt in UK over acid attack
The acid attack took place in November last year as Shahzad Akbar opened his door to a caller at his home in England’s Royston town.
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Imran Khan's wife Bushra Bibi's health is fine, say doctors after claims her food was poisoned
A report by Geo News on Saturday (Apr 20) said that a thorough medical examination of Bibi by Khan's trusted family physician Dr Asim Yousuf revealed that she only had a minor gastric issue
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Ex-Pak PM Imran Khan alleges his wife Bushra Bibi was given food mixed with toilet cleaner: Report
Earlier this month, Bushra Bibi moved the Islamabad High Court seeking a medical examination at a hospital after alleging that she was poisoned while incarcerated at her and her husband's private…
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Pakistan: Imran Khan claims his wife Bushra Bibi was ‘poisoned’ in sub-jail
Former Pakistan Prime Minister and Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) chief Imran Khan claimed that his wife, Bushra Bibi, was "poisoned" while under house arrest at their private residence…
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Restrictions on Imran Khan's meetings in Adiala jail spark political uproar in Pakistan
Imran Khan's political party, the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) has strongly protested what it called the government's "fascist" decision and said it was another attempt by the state to silence…
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Foiled terror plot: Pakistan police arrest three terrorists near Adiala jail where ex-PM Imran Khan is held
The police apprehended three terrorists near Rawalpindi's Adiala Jail where Pakistan's ex-Prime Minister Imran Khan is serving a 14-year sentence
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Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf party asks IMF to consider nation’s instability in further bailout talks
PTI also asked for an election audit of 'at least 30 per cent of the national and provincial assemblies' seats'
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Former Pak PM Imran Khan’s wife Bushra Bibi poisoned in jail, alleges sister
Bushra Bibi's sister, Maryamn Riaz Wattoo, claimed before the media that her life was in danger in jail.
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Pakistan Elections 2024: Imran Khan’s supporters take to streets after controversial poll results
Pakistan Elections 2024: Independents' strong performance underscores Khan's enduring popularity, particularly among young voters and the middle-class population that has been gripped by economic…
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Imran Khan’s party calls off Islamabad protests following ‘massacre’, detentions
Khan’s Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) party earlier said hundreds of its workers were killed during clashes with security personnel.
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Pakistan violence: Protesters retreat after midnight crackdown leads to arrest of several PTI supporters
Thousands of supporters of Imran Khan defied the government warnings and curfew in Pakistan and breached the barriers of the high-security zone in the capital city
'Fight till the end,' Imran Khan tells PTI supporters amid violent protests in Islamabad
He further responded to those threatening to try him in military court, and said, "Do what you must; I will not back down from my stance."
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Who is Bushra Bibi, Imran Khan's third wife leading PTI protests in Pakistan's capital against govt?
Bushra Bibi, Imran Khan’s third wife, is now a key figure in the protests against the Pakistani government by his party. Having not even given many TV interviews, Bushra has suddenly been thrust…
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'PTI to continue protest until Imran Khan joins them,' says Bushra Bibi as march moves towards Islamabad
The former first lady met with Gandapur and other party leaders to discuss strategies. Following the meeting, she asked party workers to continue their advance.
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Imran Khan's supporters rally in foreign cities as PTI barred from Islamabad protest
In a post on X, the PTI said on Sunday (Nov 24), "Overseas Pakistanis have given their final verdict - They stand with their leader Imran Khan!"
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Shells, shutdowns, showdowns: Imran Khan's supporters lay siege to Islamabad
Ahead of the protest, the authorities had locked down the twin cities of Islamabad and Rawalpindi while shutting all the entry and exit points.
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Pakistan seals off Islamabad ahead of PTI protests; anti-terror body warns of militant threat
In an effort to suppress the rally, authorities have deployed security forces, banned public gatherings, blocked roads in Islamabad and Rawalpindi using shipping containers, and launched a…
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Section 144 imposed in Pakistan's Punjab ahead of PTI's Nov 24 protest
The Punjab Home Department issued a notification which said that all forms of protests, rallies, processions, and sit-ins are prohibited. Section 144 will be in place from Saturday till Monday (…
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Ex-Pak army chief, PTI react to Bushra Bibi's claims about Saudi Arabia
Bibi's remarks about Saudi Arabia have received backlash from government officials. The PTI has distanced itself from these remarks while Bajwa said that Bibi's remarks about Pakistan-Saudi Arabia…
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Imran Khan's PTI barred by Islamabad court from Nov 24 rally, citing Belaruz prez visit, public order law
Pakistani authorities have already banned rallies in Islamabad for two months for security reasons, and the government has vowed that it would not allow anyone, including the supporters of Khan,…
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Pakistan: Ex-PM Imran Khan granted bail in Toshakhana-II case, court orders immediate release
Justice Miangul Hassan Aurangzeb green-lighted the bail and ordered Khan’s immediate release on surety bonds of one million Pakistani rupees ($3,600).
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Islamabad braces for mega clash as Khan’s PTI plans ‘decisive’ rally, authorities announce restrictions
Pakistan authorities have banned the gatherings of five or more people in the capital city ahead of the protests citing security concerns.
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Over 60 Democrat lawmakers urge Biden to secure Pakistan ex-pm Imran Khan's release from prison
"We write today to urge you to use the United States' substantial leverage with Pakistan's government to secure the release of political prisoners, including former Prime Minister Khan, and…
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Taliban voice concern on unrest in Pakistan, urge Islamabad to hold dialogue as PTI protests grow
In Pakistan, over 30 individuals affiliated with Imran Khan’s Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) party, including lawyers, were arrested on Saturday (October 05) night after they gathered at the…
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Pakistan: Imran Khan questioned by FIA over alleged anti-state post; investigation underway
A three-member FIA team, including Sub-Inspector Muneeb Ahmed, Officer Anees, and Assistant Director Ayaz Khan, visited Adiala Jail to question Khan on Saturday (Sep 14)
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'Direct attack' on democracy: Pakistan police arrests top PTI leaders, Imran Khan supporters in Islamabad
Among those detained were Barrister Gohar Khan, the PTI president, Sher Afzal Khan Marwat, and Advocate Shoaib Shaheen. Video footage circulated online showed police taking the PTI president from…
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Pakistan’s jailed former PM Imran Khan says ‘army should apologise’
During a media talk on Saturday at the Adiala Jail in Rawalpindi, when Khan was asked whether he would tender an apology for the May 9 violence, he responded by saying that he had no reason to…
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Imran Khan completes one year in jail on August 5, PTI party to protest against 'indiscriminate crackdown'
PTI stalwart Asad Qaiser during a press conference held in Islamabad said, "August 5 marks the day of PTI founder's arrest, we will stage protests on that day".
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Ex-Pakistan PM Imran Khan to contest elections for chancellor of Oxford University from jail: Report
The seat was vacant after the resignation of 80-year-old Lord Patten, who is the former governor of Hong Kong and Tory Party chairman
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Besides Donald Trump, these are the 'criminal' leaders of the world
Former US president Donald Trump's being charged with criminal charges is historic for the United States but not for the world.
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Pakistan prime ministers whose tenures ended prematurely since 1947
Pakistan's Prime Minister Imran Khan has been ousted after a no-confidence motion against him was passed in the country's parliament.
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What will the impact of Pakistan political crisis on countries closely associated to it?
Pakistan's parliament on Saturday is going to vote on a no-confidence motion against Prime Minister Imran Khan.
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