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Long March PTI has Announced a Nationwide Protest From Today Until Demands Are Accepted.
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  • PTI Chairman Imran Khan will lead a long march in Islamabad from today (Friday) to truly liberate the nation.
  • The long march will start from Liberty Chowk in Lahore and proceed towards Muridke via Ferozepur Road, Ichhra, Azadi Chowk, Mazang, Data Darbar.
  • The march is likely to enter Islamabad on November 4 via Kamonki, Gujranwala, Daska, Sambaryal, Lala Musa, Kharian, Gujjar Khan and Rawalpindi. It is expected that after the end of the long march, Imran along with his supporters will stage a sit-in against the Shehbaz-led coalition government in the federal capital.
  • This will be the PTI chief’s second march to Islamabad after he was ousted by a no-confidence motion earlier this year.

Lawyers rally disperses after protesting outside SC

Lawyers from the Insaf Lawyers Forum protested outside the Supreme Court and chanted slogans outside the Election Commission of Pakistan over the attack on Imran Khan.

They dispersed after protesting for some time.

Earlier, the rally was stopped by the Islamabad Police from entering the Red Zone area. But was allowed to go after the assistant commissioner gave the approval.

Khawaja says Attack should not be turned political

Asif alleged that the PTI used the attack for political purposes. He appealed that the matter should not be turned into political.

The minister also stated that the IG Punjab had warned of a firing or bomb attack on the march.

“Everyone condemned the incident that happened yesterday. There is no doubt that the incident is shameful for the whole nation,” said Asif. He added that the federal government want the reason behind the attack to come out.

The minister also shared that the suspect’s statement pointed out that the attack was due to religious fanaticism. 

PTI workers protest in Mohmand

Defence Minister reiterates calls for JIT

Defence Minister Khawaja Asif reiterated calls for the formation of a joint investigation team to probe the attack on Imran Khan’s life. 

Addressing the National Assembly, Asif said that members with whom the PTI had objections should be removed. 

Imran Khan shot in both legs: Jinnah Hospital administration

The administration of the Jinnah Hospital revealed that Imran Khan was shot in both legs.

It said that the bullet grazed the right leg while the bullet affected the bone of the left leg.

The administration further said that the PTI chief was unconscious when he was brought to Shaukat Khanum Hospital, adding that there were 16 injury marks on both legs.

PML-N leader calls for changes in gun laws

Investigation reveals suspect addicted to drugs

LAHORE: The preliminary investigation revealed that the person who attacked Imran Khan is a drug addict.

According to the investigation, the suspect bought 46 bullets along with the pistol. He first tried to use the roof of a mosque, however, the police did not allow him to go there due to Asr prayers.

The suspect reached the site through Bypass Road, per the investigation. It also revealed that the suspect asked the participants in the march to pray and stop the party anthem.

Insaf Lawyers Forum lead rally in Islamabad

The Insaf Lawyers Forum started a protest against the attack on Imran Khan.

The lawyer’s community from Rawalpindi and Islamabad also participated in the protest.

The rally will be go from the district court in F-8 to the Supreme Court.

Police arrest suspicious man outside Shaukat Khanum

The police have arrested a suspicious person outside Shaukat Khanum Hospital Lahore.

The police said that the person belongs to Raiwind.

Top PTI leadership to hold consultative meeting at 1pm

The top PTI leadership has decided to hold a consultative meeting at 1pm today under the chairmanship of Imran Khan, spokesperson of Punjab the chief minister, Musarrat Cheema said.

The meeting will take place at Shaukat Khanum hospital after which further action plans will be announced, Cheema said on Twitter.

She said that the workers should be ready for Imran Khan’s call. 

Police continue evidence collection at crime scene

WAZIRABAD: The investigation into the attack on Imran Khan is ongoing at the Allahwala Chowk.

The police, security and forensic teams are busy collecting evidence from the site of the incident.

The police are also investigating the suspect and his family who are in custody. The bullet shells found from the crime scene and the videos of the incident are also being examined.

According to the preliminary investigation, the suspect used a 9mm pistol. The police have recovered the two gun magazines and 20 bullets from the suspect.

There are 11 bullet cases recovered from the crime scene, including nine pistol bullets and two large firearm bullets, states the police report.

The investigation also revealed that the suspect came prepared with a gun and two magazines. It also states that apparently, it looks like the suspect’s family was unaware of the attack.

Imran Khan’s health much better, says Punjab education minister

LAHORE: Punjab Education Minister Murad Raas, after meeting Imran Khan at the Shaukat Khanum Hospital, shared that the PTI chief’s health is much better.

Imran Khan’s health is much better. Let’s see what doctors advise Imran Khan,” said Raas. He also added that the party’s march towards Islamabad will continue. 

Bahawalpur lawyers to go on strike

Lawyers in Bahawalpur announce strike against the attack on Imran Khan.

PTI announces countrywide protests after Friday prayers

PTI leader Asad Umar announced that the party will be holding countrywide protests after Friday prayers, adding that demonstrations will continue till Imran Khan’s demands are met. 

“Today, after Friday prayers protests will be held till Imran Khan’s demands are not met. Countrywide protests to continue till demands are met,” tweeted Umar.

KP minister vows to take ‘revenge’ for attack on Imran Khan

BAJAUR: Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Minister for Zakat, Usher and Social Welfare Anwar Zeb Khan threatened Interior Minister Rana Sanaullah Khan and vowed to take “revenge” for the attack on Imran Khan.

“We are coming to Islamabad armed. Rana Sanaullah hear this, we are coming towards you with arms and ammunition,” said the minister while speaking in Bajaur.

Zulfi Bukhari says Pakistan went through pain due to ‘ego’

Lawyers in Bhakkar to boycott court proceedings today

Lawyers in Bhakkar will be boycotting court proceedings today due to the “assassination attempt” on Imran Khan’s life.

The strike has been called on the appeal of Punjab Bar Council, said the president of district bar association. 

KP Finance Minister Taimur Jhagra calls for ‘reset’

OIC General Secretariat expresses solidarity with Imran Khan

The Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) has Friday expressed solidarity with Chairman PTI Imran Khan after a failed assassination attempt injured him.

The organisation’s General Secretariat condemned the assassination attempt on Imran Khan while he was leading the party’s anti-government protest march towards Islamabad. As he was about to halt his march for a speech in Wazirabad he was shot down and wounded.

In its message, the OIC reiterated its firm position against all forms of violence, extremism, and terrorism, regardless of their forms and motives.

The organisation extended heartfelt wishes to Pakistan and its people for their stability and prosperity. A statement from the General Secretariat stated that the OIC stands by Pakistan against any threats to its security and stability. 

Imran hit with two bullets: Dr Yasmin

PTI leader Dr Yasmin Rashid said on Friday that Chairman PTI Imran Khan was hit with two bullets to his leg.

The medico-legal procedure of Imran Khan has been completed, the PTI Central Punjab president said, speaking to the media at the Shaukat Khanum Hospital in Lahore in the early hours of Friday. 

No violence to take place: Imran says two hours before attack

Chairman PTI Imran Khan expressed his confidence that no violence would ever take place during the long march.

The PTI chief’s resolve came just two hours before Thursday’s attempt on his life. “I am confident that there will be no violence in the long march,” Imran said, speaking to the British media.

“I have been protesting on the streets for the last six months. The long march aims at holding the general elections and bringing change to the country.”

Imran Khan emphasised that there is no other options besides holding elections.

The PTI chief reiterated his oft-repeated position that he won’t form the government if he gets a debilitated government like the last time.

The coalition government was frail last time, Imran Khan said, adding, “I was not strong enough to enforce the rule of law. Therefore, I couldn’t bring the powerful mafias to justice.”

He asserted that the mafias had many ways to incapacitate and blackmail him.

“If I have the full number in parliament this time around, I will assume power,” he vowed, saying the government can implement the law only when it has a majority in parliament.

11 bullet cases found from attack site: police report

Police and other security agencies have completed the initial investigation of the gunfire attack on Imran Khan’s container.

There are 11 bullet cases recovered from the crime scene, including nine pistol bullets and two large firearm bullets, states the police report.

The report says pistol bullets were fired at the container from underneath while larger bullets were shot from the container.

The youth Muazzam Qaiser, who lost his life, was trying to capture the accused, the report said. It added that the deceased received a gunshot to his head that killed him on the spot.

The report said that at least 13 people were wounded in the incident. Four individuals received gunshot injuries while the nature of the injuries of the rest of the people is different.

According to the report, PTI leader Faisal Javed is not among those injured by gunshot. He has a minor injury on his face, it added.

Attack on Imran Khan regrettable: British foreign secretary

UK’s Secretary of State for Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Affairs James Cleverly has said that the attack on Imran Khan is “regrettable.”

In a statement, the foreign secretary said that it was condemnable that the PTI’s convoy was attacked which also lead to the loss of one life.

“We express sympathy with all the victims of the attack,” he said, adding that “there is no room for violence in politics”.

Saudi Arabia denounces attack on Imran Khan

Saudia Arabia strongly condemned and denounced the attempted assassination of former Pakistani Prime Minister Imran Khan, the Kingdom’s ministry of foreign affairs said in a statement.

White House ‘strongly’ condemns attack on Pakistan’s Imran Khan

The White House on Thursday said it “strongly” condemns the attack on former Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan, who was shot in the shin when his anti-government protest convoy came under attack in the east of the country.

“The United States strongly condemns the attack on Imran Khan and his supporters and hopes for the swift recovery of all who were injured,” White House press secretary Karine Jean-Pierre said.

PTI calls for shutter-down strike

The PTI has announced a nation-wide shutter-down strike.

In pitctures: PTI stages protests after attack

PEMRA bans channels from airing Asad Umar’s speech

Imran Khan to spend day 7 of march in Wazirabad

Will send Imran Khan to Machh Jail after arresting him: Rana Sanaullah

Minister for Interior Rana Sanaullah said Wednesday that if the government arrests PTI Chairman Imran Khan, he will be detained in Balochistan’s Machh Jail.

Rana Sanaullah should learn how to count: Shireen Mazari

Taking a jibe at Rana Sanaullah, PTI leader Shireen Mazari said that as against the interior minister’s version, the PTI witnessed a “phenomenon turnout” of people at Ghakkar Mandi.

“Rana Sana should really open his eyes & perhaps learn how to count too!”

Where does govt plan to send Imran Khan after arresting him?

Interior Minister Rana Sanaullah Wednesday revealed that he would send PTI Chairman Imran Khan to Balochistan after arresting him.

“I will keep him [Khan] in the Mirchi Ward at Machh Jail as several politicians have lived there previously,” he said during Geo News programme Capital Talk.

The interior minister also revealed that BNP chief Akhtar Mengal has taken promise that if Khan is arrested he would be kept in Macch Jail.

Sanauallah vowed that if he laid his hands on Khan he won’t spare him.

ICT Police rejects rumours

The Islamabad Police rejected rumours peddled by “some political leaders” against it.

“ICT Police and other civil armed forces are the guarantors of peace in the federal Capital. Such propaganda campaigns and rumors will strengthen the determination and morale of the officials.”

‘Kanpein tang rahi hain as we move towards Islamabad,’ Imran Khan takes a jibe at govt

PTI Chairman Imran Khan Wednesday said the coalition government is scared as its kanpein tang rahi hain because “we have won Pakistan’s match”, adding that the authorities up there are “shivering and sweating” as the PTI march is nearing Islamabad.

He further said that the PTI acquired freedom while ensuring the supremacy of law, as prosperity comes with justice.

Khan maintained that people shouldn’t think that PTI’s movement will end after reaching Islamabad, “our movement will continue for the next 10 months until the date for elections will be announced.”

“We will never accept these thieves,” he reiterated, adding that it is better to die than to become slaves of these “thieves”.

PTI leader meets party’s Faisalabad chapter for march preparations

PTI claims of ‘massive start’ to day 6

No progress in society till there is justice: Imran Khan

Addressing the participants on the start of the sixth day, PTI Chairman Imran Khan said that there is no progress in a society till there is justice.

“Non-provision of justice is our biggest problem,” said the PTI chief. He added that Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif was set to be sentenced in the Rs16 billion corruption case.

“Fifty years ago, Pakistan was developing rapidly. Our country cannot develop unless there is justice,” said the PTI chief. He added that the accountability watchdog was never under his control when PTI was in power.

“Those who were controlling NAB saved them,” said Khan. He added that ever since the “thieves” have bene “imposed” on the country electricity prices have been skyrocketing.

“The cases against him have started to end, NRO is being provided. Zardari’s cases have also started finishing,” said the PTI chief.

“Yesterday they used to say they are thieves, today they say NRO has been given, they are clean,” said Khan. He claimed that the incumbent government has made corruption laws that will only convict “petty thieves”. 

PTI kicks off sixth day of march

Will tire out govt, keep changing date of reaching Islamabad: Fawad

Senior PTI leader Fawad Chaudhry says the party plans to keep changing the date on which they will reach Islamabad to tire the government out.

“We will give a date to reach Islamabad and then change it. We will tire you out,” Fawad said during a press conference. The politician said that this movement is a “movement of accountability” and “movement to fix the country’s system.”

He said that Khurram Dastagir should be arrested for putting up banners against Imran Khan. He also demanded that the NA speaker should accept the PTI MNAs’ resignations and hold elections.

“Maryam Nawaz is no more restricted from taking part in the elections. She should contest to find out her popularity,” Fawad said.

Fed govt to ‘surprise’ Imran Khan, says Javed Latif

Federal Minister Javed Latif has shared that the PML-N led government was aware of the planning done by PTI chief Imran Khan around Islamabad, adding that the Centre would give a “surprise” to the former prime minister when he reaches Islamabad.

“We are aware from where you are getting funding. We will catch you with a big theft,” said Latif while talking to reporters. He added that mobs will not be allowed a “face saving”.

“If we speak to the mob today then ways will be open for the future as well. Blackmailing will not force the state to hold talks,” said Latif. He added talks are held under the ambit of the Constitution with the national leadership an dparite not with mobs.

“There are not talks happening through backchannel with Imran Khan nor will there be one,” said the minister. 

PTI chairman shares ‘some scenes’ witnessed throughout Gujranwala

Planning minister announces date of election

Planning Minister Ahsan Iqbal gave the date of the next elections after PTI leader Pervez Khattak reiterated that the party is march towards Islamabad for a date of fresh elections. 

“13 October, 2023,” tweeted Iqbal in response to Khattak

IHC issues notices to Islamabad admin for not issuing NOC to PTI for its sit-in

The Islamabad High Court on Wednesday issued notices to the federal capital’s administration for not issuing PTI a no-objection certificate for its sit-in. 

The court directed the relevant officials of the Islamabad administration to appear before it tomorrow. 

The hearing of the plea was held by Justice Aamer Farooq on PTI’s petition against the non-issuance of the NOC. 

March to resume from “Pindi bypass Gujranwala” at 11:30am: Cheema

Punjab Government Spokesperson Musarrat Cheema shared that PTI’s long march to Islamabad will resume from “Pindi bypass Gujranwala” at 11:30am. 

The PTI chief is expected to address the crowd at Rahwali and Gaghar where the march will stop today. 

“Due to the public excitement  the march’s speed is slow but we will try to reach Jehlum by Sunday,” said Cheema.

Imran Khan’s caravan to reach Rawalpindi by November 10: Asad Umar

PTI leader Asad Umar shared that the Imran Khan’s “Haqiqi Azadi” march to reach Rawalpindi by November 10 as per new schedule. 

The former planning minister said that PTI’s march will arrive in Islamabad on November 11.

PTI’s preparation targets complete: Asad Umar

As the PTI’s long march moves ahead in Punjab, the party’s secretary-general Asad Umar Tuesday said that the preparation targets have been completed across Pakistan.

Speaking to journalists in Faisalabad, the former federal minister said that the government is “extremely afraid” and is not conducting elections in fear of losing to PTI.

“The government is extremely afraid. Not afraid of anyone else but its own nation,” he said, adding that if the government believes in democracy, it should conduct elections.

Long march day five comes to an end in Gujranwala

It was a minor injury, I am fine: Shah Mehmood Qureshi

PTI Vice-President Shah Mehmood Qureshi said he was fine as it was a minor injury.

Qureshi was injured while on the top part of the container, however, he assured the people that he was fine.

He also shared that PTI Chairman Imran Khan also asked about his well-being after finishing his speech.

Caravan from Balochistan to depart from Quetta on Nov 6

The caravan from Balochistan will depart from Quetta on November 6 for the long march, PTI spokesperson said, adding that schedule was changed during that party meeting.

The party spokesperson revealed that the schedule was changed after the main caravan from Lahore got delayed.

JUI-F files petition in SC against PTI’s long march

JUI-F’s Senator Kamran Murtaza Tuesday filed a constitutional petition in the Supreme Court against the PTI’s long march, as it continues to move toward its final destination in Islamabad.

Imran Khan warns Rana Sanaullah of ‘grave consequences’

Reacting to Rana Sanaullah’s recent rhetoric against him, PTI Chairman Imran Khan warned the interior minister of “grave consequences.”

Addressing the participants of the long march in Gujranwala, Khan warned, “Rana Sanaullah! Your time has come as well.”

Urging the masses to join the PTI’s long march, Khan said, “Allah orders Jihad against thieves.”

The thieves were imposed on us under a foreign conspiracy, the PTI leader reiterated, adding that if they accepted them just like sheep, then there is no future for them.

Referring to the statements of the ruling alliance, Khan said, “Rats are threatening us while sitting there (in Islamabad).

Khan maintained that he would give a call to all Pakistanis when he reaches Islamabad.

PTI supporters protest outside Avenfield House

‘March moving in Gujranwala’

Sherry Rehman condemns PTI Chairman Imran Khan’s martial law statement

Climate Change Minister Sherry Rehman condemned PTI Chairman Imran Khan’s statement on martial law

“A politician who claims of waging a political struggle for 26 years does not say impose martial law if you want,” tweeted Rehman. She added that democratic politicians do not invite institutions to impose martial law.

The minister said that the PTI chief’s statement implies that he wants martial law in the country. 

“Imran Khan believes that if he is not in power then no one should be in power,” said the minister, adding that this was not a constitutional or democratic thinking but an indication of fascist thinking. 

Nawaz would return to Pakistan in a similar manner like Dar: Imran Khan

Addressing the participants, the PTI chief claimed that PML-N supremo Nawaz Sharif would return to Pakistan in a similar manner like Ishaq Dar. 

PTI Chairman Imran Khan arrives in Gujranwala

PTI Chairman after arriving in Gujranwala is addressing supporters.

If we are small in numbers then why are you scared, asks Fawad

GUJRANWALA: PTI leader Fawad Chaudhary Tuesday laughed off Nawaz Sharif’s statement that long marchers were no more than 2,000 and that the PTI’s demands should be given a deaf ear.

“If we are so small in number then what is there for them to be scared of, anyway?” Fawad said addressing a press conference with his party peer Shah Mehmood Qureshi.

“If we are just 2,000 then let us come to Islamabad. Why are they shaking in their shoes?”

Mocking at an exiled elder Sharif, Fawad said his younger brother (Shehbaz) was in power and the three-time former prime minister was not coming home. “When Prime Minister Shehbaz’s own family doesn’t trust him then how will investors do. “You will have to bow down to the people of Pakistan,” Fawad said.

Meanhwile, PTI stalwart Shah Mehmood Qureshi said the government was trying to make the long march look negative. “PTI workers and citizens are not going to shed blood and are advancing peacefully,” Qureshi said. They were campaigning with all their might that PTI was an adversary to the army, Qureshi said adding those who were now playing the sentinels [of the institutions] had been badmouthing about the establishment [in the past].

“Word has it that a new press conference is coming up. Imran Khan has said that these press talks are not going to harm him or the party, but the ones who will address it,” Qureshi said.

PTI Chairman Imran Khan leaves for Gujranwala

PTI Chairman Imran Khan has left for Gujranwala, reported JEE News. 

PTI’s KP chapter to bring 150,000 people, claims Qaiser

PESHAWAR: Former National Assembly speaker Asad Qaiser claimed that the PTI will be leading a convoy of 150,000 people from Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. 

The former NA speaker shared the numbers in a video message he posted on Twitter.

General elections to be held on time in accordance with constitution: Marriyum

Information Minister Marriyum Aurangzeb has said that the general elections will be held on time in accordance with the constitution.

In a televised message on Tuesday, she regretted the statement of PTI Chairman Imran Khan regarding imposition of martial law saying democracy will flourish in the country and it will continue to serve the masses.

She said the PTI chairman does not want elections, democracy and peace and development but anarchy, chaos and bloodshed. She said frustration is apparent from the statements of Imran Khan.

The Information Minister said the people of Pakistan stand with the rule of law and constitution. She said the PTI is preparing for a bloody march but the state is fully cognizant of its responsibilities to protect the citizens. Every step will be taken to secure the people. She said the people cannot be pressurized through bullying, threats and statements.

The Information Minister said the PML-N knows how to deal with the long march and Imran Khan will go home before reaching the federal capital.

PTI leader Hammad Azhar shares route plan for central Punjab

The ‘Real Freedom Caravan’ is starting its journey from Sindh to Islamabad.

Asad Umar criticizes Sanaullah for calling PTI’s long march a ‘mob’

PTI leader Asad Umar slammed Interior Minister Rana Sanaullah for calling the people joining the party’s long march a “mob”.

“Those calling Pakistani people mob should have shame. The people are not with you,” said Umar in a press conference. He also challenged Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif to stand among the people.

“There is a paper democracy in Pakistan. In a democratic system the politicians have to make decisions,” said the former finance minister. He added that former prime minister Imran Khan is unwilling to listen to anyone. 

PTI’s long march to resume from ‘Chen Da Qila’

Punjab Government Spokesperson Musarrat Cheema shared on Tuesday that PTI’s long march will start from “Chen Da Qila”.

Cheema said that the march’s first stop will be Super Asia Chowk and then they will try to end the day by reaching Gondlanwala Chowk through Shiranwala Bagh.

“The excitement is increasing every day and because of this, the government’s confusion is also increasing,” said the PTI leader.

Imran Khan to continue journey to Gujranwala tomorrow

Khan stopped at Chanda Fort and addressed his workers saying that he will continue his journey to Gujranwala tomorrow (Tuesday).

“As soon as we pass through a city, Pakistanis will see that a revolution is taking place in the country. The whole nation is witnessing that a peaceful revolution is taking place in Pakistan,” Khan said.

He told the participants of the march that they need the support of the people to ensure the rule of law in the country.

“We will get real freedom only when we have a government of people’s choice,” he said, adding that as long as “thieves” continue to be imposed on people at the behest of NROs, nothing can change.

This nation will never accept these thieves.

Khan said that once he reaches Gujranwala, he will spend the whole day with the wrestlers there.

“Freedom is not given on a plate, you have to make sacrifices for it,” he said, adding that whenever the country needed a sacrifice, he would be the first to give it.

‘I am not anyone’s mental slave’

As the marchers moved forward, Khan once again addressed them and said that they were no one’s mental slaves.

Talking about how he respects Pakistani culture, Khan said that whenever he goes abroad, he makes sure to wear a shalwar kameez as opposed to a suit because he doesn’t want to be a slave to the West.

“I am not anybody’s mental slave. The Americans have enslaved them [coalition government leaders] so that they cannot make decisions for themselves.”

He reiterated that true freedom means freedom from external masters.

The PTI chairman also said that he wants the Pakistani passport to be respected worldwide.

It will take us 8 to 9 days to reach Islamabad: Khan

Speaking in Aymanabad, Imran Khan said that it will take 8 to 9 days to reach Islamabad.

Earlier, the PTI Chairman had said that the march would enter the federal capital on November 4.

“Our caravans will leave for Islamabad from all over Pakistan. People from Sindh, Balochistan and Gilgit-Baltistan are joining us,” Khan said.

He also mocked the supremo of Muslim League (N) Nawaz Sharif and said that the fugitive is waiting for the environment of the country to be suitable for his return.

“But I must tell the facilitator and handlers of Nawaz. This is the Pakistani nation. We are not sheep,” Khan said. “If you forcefully try to support thieves, the nation will turn against you.” 

Those who stand with thieves will be equally responsible: Khan

Addressing the party workers and supporters in Kamoke,  Imran Khan once again criticised the establishment and said that they should “not side with the thieves for God’s sake”.

The PTI chairman added that those who stand with thieves will be equally responsible.

“When Musharraf removed the two families [Sharifs and Bhuttos] for corruption, the whole nation stood with the establishment. But now, you have dry-cleaned them and imposed them on us again,” he said.

Long march halted after journalist dies in accident

The PTI’s long march was halted after a journalist accidentally died while covering the march.

Speaking to the participants, Imran Khan said that the march was supposed to move towards Kamoke, Gujranwala, today. “However, due to the tragic incident, we will stop the march immediately.”

Khan also sent his condolences to the family of the deceased and said that he would pray for the departed soul. Read More.

India will benefit from Imran Khan’s conspiracy to defame institutions, Faisal Karim Kundi

Criticising Imran Khan and his long march, PPP leader Faisal Karim Kundi said that the PTI chief’s “conspiracy to discredit state institutions will benefit India”.

He also said that Khan’s long march was actually a “slow march,” adding that Faisal Vawda had exposed the objectives of the long march before the nation.

“God forbid a situation like that arises that Vawda has told us about,” Kundi said.

He also said that if Khan was so keen to hold the elections, then he should dissolve the assemblies in the provinces where he is in power. 

‘Establishment decided to side with thieves, but nation not with them’: Khan

Addressing the participants of the long march in Sadhoki, Imran Khan said that the “establishment decided to support thieves” because of which the former has “lost the support of the nation.”

“The establishment of a country should stand with the nation only,” Khan said, adding that PML-N supremo Nawaz Sharif was a “criminal of the nation”, while PPP Co-chairman Asif Zardari was “the biggest disease of the country”.

He told his supporters that this was the time to change their destiny and side with the truth.

“These tyrants make us worship the idol of fear,” Khan said.

PTI seeks NOC for ‘peaceful march, sit-in’

PTI leader Ali Nawaz Awan asked the Islamabad administration to provide a no objection certificate (NOC) for a peaceful march and a sit-in in the federal capital.

Awan, in a letter, said that the PTI has responded to the administration seeking some information from the party on October 28. “The required information has been provided to the administration,” he added.

He said that delay from the administration would fall under contempt of court.

Talks possible only after date for early polls: Imran

Chairman PTI Imran Khan said that negotiations with the coalition government are possible only after it announces the date for early fair and free elections.

Taking to Twitter, he said this is the only demand he has had for the past six months.

He also rejected all rumours about the meeting in Lahore. He said the PTI long march returned because Lahore was near and it was decided that the protest march would not move at night. 

PTI leaders Hammad Azhar, Faisal Javed bicker over mic

As the PTI’s long march approached the end of its second day, party leaders Hammad Azhar and Faisal Javed were seen haggling over the mic in a video and the former snatching it toward the end.

PTI Chairman Imran Khan stood sandwiched between the two watching the drama ensue, as former minister Azhar asked Javed to hand over the microphone to him twice.

The latter refused, gesturing no using his finger and continued to address marchers.

When Azhar asked Javed for the third time, he still refused. At this, Azhar grabbed the mic from him and began talking.

PTI march moves towards Muridke

The long march is moving towards Muridke from Ferozwala. The march will end for day two at MuridKe.

PEMRA warns against airing anti-institutions content

To prevent the possibility of anti-state commentary from going on-air during the live coverage of PTI’s long march, the Pakistan Electronic Media Regulatory Authority (PEMRA) has issued guidelines for television channels.

PEMRA, in its notification, has directed channels to implement the delay mechanism while airing speeches of PTI’s leaders, as they address the ongoing long march.

The regulatory authority also warned that licenses of channels not adhering to the guidelines would be suspended and revoked, while legal action would also be taken against them under PEMRA Ordinance 2002’s Sections 27, 29, 30 and 33.

No possibility of negotiation; Elections will be held on time, Khawaja Asif

Defense Minister Khawaja Asif rejected any possibility of talks with PTI and said that the elections will be held at the constitutional time.

“Negotiations and consensus among political forces on national issues is a part of the democratic mood,” Asif said. “There is no possibility of the negotiations that PTI is making noise about.

PTI started the second day of long march from Shahdara.

Angry over generator malfunction: Asad Umar on his viral video

PTI leader Asad Umar issued a clarification over his viral video in which he was seemingly having a heated discussion with Hammad Azhar, putting an end to the speculations on social media.

Taking to Twitter, Umar said that the discussion was about the generator which had broken down during the long march and the other generator was in one of the cars stuck in traffic.

He said that he was only angry because the other generator was taking too long to arrive at the container.

Marchers shake hands with ‘Kaptaan’

Video of Asad Umar arguing with Hammad Azhar goes viral

A video of PTI leader Asad Umar having what looks like an argument with Hammad Azhar during the long march has gone viral.

The video shows both PTI leaders engaging in a heated discussion with party chair Imran Khan standing with them.

The video has triggered several reactions from netizens with one of them saying that the argument was about the low turnout of the supporters.

The video was shared by many social media users. It was also shared by PML-N’s lawmaker Kheal Das Kohistani who claimed that “infighting in the anarchist gang is going on”.

By ‘Haqiqi Azadi’, Imran means to say ‘enthrone me’

Federal Minister for Climate Change Sherry Rehman criticised PTI Chairman Imran Khan, saying that by “Haqiqi Azadi”, Imran means to say “enthrone me as the prime minister again”.

Climate Change Minister Sherry Rehman slammed PTI’s long march, claiming that a “personal political battle is being fought” under its guise.

“The purpose of ‘haqeeqi azadi’ is to [say], ‘deal with me and put me on the seat of power’. The country is independent and the people are aware. If anything in this country is subservient, it is Imran Khan’s politics and thinking,” she said in a series of tweets.

Everyone has the right to peaceful protest but no one will be allowed to spread chaos in Islamabad, she said.

Faisal Vawda’s membership of PTI was terminated.

PTI announced on Saturday that party leader Faisal Vawda’s membership has been terminated as he failed to respond to the show-cause notice issued on October 26.

Vawda claimed that the party’s long march would “witness bloodshed, death and funerals.” The PTI then suspended Vawda, saying that he would not be allowed to hold any party office or represent the party in the media.

This movement is to ensure that decisions are not made behind closed doors: Fawad

Before the start of the second day of PTI’s long march, party leader Fawad Chaudhry said that the movement aims to empower the nation and ensure that decision-making is not done behind closed doors.

Fawad said that those who are part of this long march want to change the system for the next generation.

Islamabad police bars hotels from providing accommodation to march participants

Islamabad police barred hotels and guest houses in the federal capital from providing accommodation to the participants of the long march.

The directive came with an official notification issued by the police this morning. It said hotels and guest houses will be checked on a daily basis.

Non-compliers will have to face strict action.

PTI permission request for jalsa returned with objections

The federal capital administration has raised various objections on the PTI application for its planned sit-in/ public meeting here and sought guarantees that the Srinagar Highway would not be blocked and the citizens’ fundamental rights not disrupted.

Guarantees have been sought for not disrupting or disturbing the fundamental rights of citizens of Islamabad and adjoining areas e.g. the Right to Freedom of Movement (Article 15) the Right to Freedom of Trade and Business (Article 18) and the Right to Education (Article 25-A).

Imran Khan does not want interference, Shah Mehmood Qureshi

PTI Vice-Chairman Shah Mehmood Qureshi said that his party has launched the long march to awaken the nation as the people want to get rid of the incumbent rulers.

“The efforts were made to scare people from participating in the long march as they said there would be a bloodbath in the party’s protest,” the PTI leader said, speaking to JEE News in its current affairs programme ‘Aaj Shahzeb Khanzada Kay Sath’ on Friday.

“However, people in large numbers, including women and children, came out to take part in the march.”

Read more here. 

Chief Minister Punjab Directs Fool-Proof Security for PTI’s Long March

Chief Minister Punjab Directs Fool-Proof Security for PTI's Long March

LAHORE: Punjab Chief Minister Chaudhry Pervaiz Elahi said that the participants of the PTI’s long march will be provided with fool-proof security. He said he is personally inspecting the maintenance of public order in the province.

He presided over a meeting at his office on Friday where he discussed the security arrangements for the long march, the route of the march, and the deployment of police forces.

The chief minister directed the concerned authorities to ensure foolproof security arrangements for the long march. He added that special arrangements should be made to maintain law and order on the whole route of the long march.

Read the complete story here.

PTI to resume long march at 11am Today

PTI Chairman Imran Khan halted the long march at the end of the first day of the anti-government protest.

“I knew Lahore will never disappoint me,” he said, addressing the participants of the march at the Data Darbar, Lahore. “However, we are concluding our Islamabad-bound journey for today.”

Khan announced that the long march would resume its journey towards the federal capital at 11am from Shahdara, outside Lahore.

The PTI chief reiterated his stance, saying the long march was neither for politics nor was it a regular movement. Instead, it is a “jihad” for real freedom, he stressed. 

‘Short march’ seeking bloodshed, says Senator Sherry Rehman

Federal Minister for Climate Change Senator Sherry Rehman PTI Chairman Imran Khan’s politics of lies and deceit have been exposed.

In a press conference, she said Khan would “sacrifice the country for his greed for power”.

“PTI’s march is not a long march, but a short march. If he wants to do a long march, he should have started from Karachi. They ask us why we have put blockades all over the capital.”

JI backs PTI’s long march

JI chief Siraj-ul-Haq has said that holding marches is the right of every political party and that the nation was well-aware of the ruling parties’ protests in the past.

PTI begins long march to Islamabad

Following the conclusion of the PTI chief’s speech, the party bagan its long march towards Islamabad. 

Before the start, Senator Faisal Javed also took an oath from the participants.

March not for politics or personal interest, says Imran Khan

Addressing the crowd at Liberty Chowk, former prime minister Imran Khan said that his march is not for politics or personal interest but to free the nation.

“Its only aim is to free my nation and turn Pakistan into a free country,” said Khan. 

“The time has come to start the journey for haqiqi azadi (real freedom).”.

Imran Khan arrives at Liberty Chowk

PTI Chairman Imran Khan has arrived at Lahore’s Liberty Chowk and entered his container to lead his party’s long march towards Islamabad.

The PTI chief is on the container with PTI leaders Shah Mahmood Qureshi, Asad Umar, Senator Faisal Javed and others. 

Authorities starting sealing Islamabad’s Red Zone

Authorities in Islamabad on Friday started putting up containers at the Red Zone area of the capital in view of Imran Khan’s long march.

PTI hopeful of getting NOC from Islamabad admin within 24 hours

PTI leader Ali Nawaz Awan confirmed that the party’s NOC for the long march has been rejected by the Islamabad administration.

Addressing the media outside the Deputy Commissioner’s office along with Babar Awan, Ali said that the administration has asked for more details from PTI. He assured that details asked by the officials will be provided within 24 hours.

“We hope that we get the NOC in 24 hours,” said Ali.

Imran Khan leaves for Liberty Chowk

PTI Chairman Imran Khan has left from his Zaman Park residence in Lahore for Liberty Chowk — the starting point of the party’s long march.

Islamabad admin refuses to provide NOC to PTI

The Islamabad Administration on Friday rejected PTI’s no-objection certificate of the party to hold its gathering in the federal capital.

The district administration, in a letter asked PTI to satisfy the administration in writing, adding that the party had violated the NOC that was provided to it on May 25.

“You were given permission in the past as well but you violated all the promises that were made,” said the Islamabad administration in the letter. The party was also given a list of violations it had committed in the past.

PTI leader Asad Umar arrives at Liberty Chowk

Imran Khan’s container arrives at Liberty Chowk

PTI’s Musarat Cheema says there is a ‘huge crowd’ at Liberty Chowk.

Soon after PML-N shared the video, PTI leader Musarrat Cheema tweeted a visual, claiming that a large number of people were at the Liberty Chowk.

“Convoys from Lahore city are on their way. A huge crowd is present at Liberty Chowk,” tweeted Cheema.

PML-N shares visuals of empty Liberty chowk

Ruling party at the centre, PML-N, shared a video on its Twitter account claiming that the people had rejected the PTI’s “bloody march”.

The party shared the visuals of 1pm showing an empty Liberty Chowk.

PTI leader Fawad Chaudhry leaves for long march

Nation has rejected ‘bloody march’, says information minister

Taking a jibe at her predecessor, Information Minister Marriyum Aurangzeb said that the nation has rejected the “bloody march” and refused to become a “slave” of the “foreign funded fitna”.

Long march not to ‘conquer’ anyone, says Asad Umar

PTI leader Asad Umar has said that the party’s long march is not to conquer anyone, adding that elections were the only option.

“Our demand is not to restore PTI’s government and make Imran Khan the prime minister,” said Umar. He added that the country is facing an economic, social and political crisis which can be resolved through elections. 

‘Convoys’ from different areas of Lahore head towards Liberty Chowk

PTI workers start arriving at Liberty Chowk

The PTI workers are arriving at Liberty Chowk, however, none of the party leaders are present at the location at the moment.

Party chief Imran Khan is expected to address the rally before its start.

PTI leader Hammad Azhar leads rally towards Liberty Chowk

PTI shares its long march plan

Interior Minister vows not to allow any mob to attack Islamabad

With just a few minutes to Imran Khan’s long march, Interior Minister Rana Sanaullah Khan vowed not to allow any mob to attack Islamabad.

“If Mob culture is developed, then where will democracy and state [go],” said Sanaullah while talking to the media outside a Lahore High Court’s Rawalpindi bench. The Supreme Court has ruled on long march and sit-ins, he added. 

Fawad Chaudhry urges Lahoris to come out on the streets with Imran Khan

PTI leader Fawad Chaudhry urged the people of Lahore to come out on the streets with former prime minister Imran Khan to “change the system of Pakistan”.

“If you don’t become a part of this Haqiqi Azadi march (readl freedom march) today, then you should not care about this system, if you want to change this system, leave your home, otherwise the lives of your children will be spent in this rotten system,” tweeted Fawad. 

Imran Khan bowling ‘last five overs of politics’: Sheikh Rashid

PTI ally Sheikh Rashid Ahmed has claimed that Imran Khan is bowling the “last five overs of politics”, adding that he will be with the party at Liberty Chowk.

“I hope long march fulfills its goal as per the constitution and law,” said the AML chief. 

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