Aleema Khan, the sister of former Prime Minister and Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) founder Imran Khan. PHOTO: FILEImprisoned Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) founder Imran Khan is being mentally tortured in the Adiala jail in Rawalpindi, Khan's sister Aleema alleged on Monday. Aleema Khan, sister of PTI founder Imran Khan, said that her brother has not faced physical torture, but has endured mental torment, as reported by Express News. Speaking to the media outside Adiala Jail with Imran Khan’s lawyer, Salman Akram Raja, Aleema shared that Dr. Asim had examined Imran and found him stable, though he had visibly lost body mass. "Imran Khan was even blamed for Zille Shah’s death.

The recent extension of the tenure of Pakistan’s Services Chiefs from three to five years is a significant step towards ensuring institutional stability and continuity in a region fraught with challenges. By signaling a commitment to long-term stability, Pakistan becomes a more attractive destination for businesses seeking to capitalize on its vast potential. By fostering a sense of continuity and purpose, the military leadership can effectively address the root causes of extremism and violence. By providing the military leadership with a longer leash, the government aims to foster stability and security in the region. The recent extension of the tenure of Pakistan’s Services Chiefs is a significant step towards ensuring institutional stability and continuity in a region fraught with challenges.

Reports indicate that Qatar will invest $3 billion in Pakistan, and a delegation of Qatari businessmen is expected to visit the country soon. Additionally, total investment from Saudi Arabia has reached $2.8 billion, which is expected to help restore the economy. As remittances rise and inflation decreases, foreign investors are likely to show increased interest in Pakistan, leading to greater economic prosperity and job creation. Investment agreements such as these hold great promise for the country’s economic future. Also present at this occasion were Khawaja Ziaullah, President of the Democratic Group of the Sialkot Chamber, Syed Amjad Shah, and Tahir Shafiq Mughal.

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Islamabad: After the approval of the Federal Cabinet, the National Assembly passed the Army, Air Force and Navy Amendment Act bill to increase the number of judges in the Supreme Court and High Court. According to the details, in the session of the National Assembly presided over by Speaker Ayaz Sadiq, the motion to suspend the question period before the resolution was presented by the Law Minister in the National Assembly, which was approved by majority vote. Then Federal Minister of Defense Khawaja Asif presented the bill to amend the Pakistan Army, Pakistan Navy, Pakistan Air Force Act in the National Assembly, which was approved by a majority vote. Draft Amendment Bill It is written in the amendment bill that if possible, an appeal against the decision given by the constitution bench under clause three of article 184 can be appealed in the larger constitution bench within 30 days. Draft Supreme Court Practice and Procedure Amendment Bill According to the Supreme Court Practice and Procedure Amendment Bill approved by the National Assembly, a member of the Constitutional Bench will be included in the committee on the formation of constitutional benches.

MELBOURNE: Buckaroo and Vauban head into Tuesday’s Melbourne Cup as joint favorites in Australia’s “race that stops a nation,” where there will be a record four women jockeys. Carrying 54.5kg, the Chris Waller-trained Buckaroo finished second at the Caulfield Cup over 2,400 meters this year, on the back of two wins earlier in the season. “Buckaroo is the form horse,” said Waller, who trained 2021 Melbourne Cup winner Verry Elleegant and has four starters in Tuesday’s race. Foaled in France but Irish trained, Vauban jetted into Australia last year as a hot tip to win but failed to deliver, finishing 14th and struggling in the heat. Michelle Payne is the only woman rider to win the Melbourne Cup after she steered Prince of Penzance to victory in 2015.

Pakistan Calls For Self-Determination And Climate Diplomacy Ambassador Jadoon stresses peace hinges on Kashmir resolution and urges India for environmental cooperationPakistan's acting Ambassador to the United Nations, Usman Jadoon, recently reiterated the country's long-standing position on the Kashmir issue, emphasizing the necessity of self-determination for Kashmiris as fundamental for achieving global peace. He warned about the threats posed by the Tehrik-i-Taliban Pakistan (TTP), which has reportedly been utilizing Afghan territory to mount attacks within Pakistan. Emphasizing humanitarian principles, these voices often call for dialogue between India and Pakistan, aiming for peaceful coexistence. On another front, the deteriorated air quality across major cities has raised alarms, with Punjab's officials pleading for environmental diplomacy with India. While the contentious relationship between India and Pakistan often takes center stage during discussions about military tensions, there exists a notable need for mutual recognition of many facets of shared interests, including climate diplomacy.

Melbourne, Nov 4 (AFP/APP): Buckaroo and Vauban head into Tuesday’s Melbourne Cup as joint favourites in Australia’s “race that stops a nation”, where there will be a record four women jockeys. Carrying 54.5kg, the Chris Waller-trained Buckaroo finished second at the Caulfield Cup over 2,400 metres this year, on the back of two wins earlier in the season. “Buckaroo is the form horse,” said Waller, who trained 2021 Melbourne Cup winner Verry Elleegant and has four starters in Tuesday’s race. Foaled in France but Irish trained, Vauban jetted into Australia last year as a hot tip to win but failed to deliver, finishing 14th and struggling in the heat. Michelle Payne is the only woman rider to win the Melbourne Cup after she steered Prince of Penzance to victory in 2015.

At a rally in Pennsylvania on Saturday, President Joe Biden took a swipe at former President Donald Trump and his Republican allies, hinting at their support for tax cuts for the wealthy and making a bold comment about “macho guys.”Biden suggested, “There’s one more thing Trump and his Republican friends want to do; they want another giant tax cut from the wealthy… I’m serious; these are the kind of guys you like to smack in the ass.”Tech billionaire Elon Musk quickly took to his platform X to respond with a humorous jab. He wrote, “He called me ‘gay’ and now he wants to touch my ass,” punctuated by laughter emojis. Musk’s post quickly gained traction, sparking online reactions and adding another layer to the ongoing exchange between the tech mogul and the current administration. Biden’s rally comments also touched on his criticisms of Trump’s policies and his perspective on tax reforms.

India’s assertive stance suggests that its interest in shaping Bangladesh’s political landscape is not limited to rhetoric, but is part of a larger geopolitical agenda. Such statements not only reflect a shared ideology but also indicate the possibility of further international interference in Bangladesh’s affairs. The growing alignment of India with influential voices in the West, particularly the U.S., signals a future where Bangladesh’s sovereignty may be tested by political interests that seek to shape its internal dynamics. While alliances and partnerships are essential, Bangladesh must ensure these do not come at the cost of national autonomy. As regional and global powers jockey for influence, Bangladesh’s leadership must remain focused on safeguarding the nation’s interests, now more than ever.

The International Cricket Council (ICC) has made major proposals for the promotion of Test and ODI cricket. The committee opined that in the next cycle the host nations should have more day-night Test matches when scheduling, tickets for day-night Test matches in India sold more than normal Tests. Also, the ICC Cricket Committee has recommended using 2 balls in the first 25 overs of ODI cricket. The committee said that a single ball should be used after 25 overs in an ODI match. It is being told that the recommendations of the ICC Cricket Committee will be sent to the captains.

After Bollywood superstar Salman Khan received continuous threats from gangster Lawrence Bishnoi, his ex-girlfriend Soumi Ali has announced a meeting with the gangster. According to Indian media, Soumi Ali revealed in an interview that she will meet Lawrence Bishnoi in November next month. Earlier, Soumi Ali had also requested to meet Lawrence Bishnoi through Zoom call in a post on Instagram. It is worth mentioning that recently Salman Khan’s close friend Baba Siddiqui was murdered, and the Lawrence Bishnoi gang claimed responsibility for the murder. The gang had further threatened that those helping Salman Khan would also be targeted.

Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif has inaugurated the Punjab Dhi Rani mass wedding programme under which Rs100,000 will be paid to each deserving newly-married couple through ATM. Furniture, household utensils, clothes and other daily necessities will also be donated," the chief minister announced on the occasion. She said, "Receipt of applications under the Punjab Dhi Rani Programme for mass marriages has started, which can be submitted online at cmp.punjab.gov.pk. Chairing another meeting, the chief minister said construction of houses under the Apni Chhat, Apna Ghar Programme had begun across the province. The chief minister said she would monitor the housing programme through a dashboard.

Pakistan State Oil (PSO) has waived its late payment interest charges on overdue fuel supply payments from five Independent Power Plants (IPPs), whose agreements with the government have been terminated. The agreements for terminating the Power Purchase Agreements (PPAs) and Implementation Agreements (IAs) of these IPPs—HUBCO, Lalpir, Saba Power, ROUSCH, and Atlas Power—were formalised through Negotiated Settlement Agreements (NSAs). One of the key outcomes of these negotiations is the upcoming transfer of the ROUSCH power plant to the government of Pakistan by December 31, 2024. Key termsUnder the settlement agreements, the government and the IPPs have agreed on several important points. A notable concession made by the IPPs is the waiver of past late payment interest, and the parties have agreed that no payments will be made in relation to any expert determinations or arbitration awards in favour of the IPPs.