Interior Minister Rehman Malik has said that the key suspect involved in shooting 15-year-old education activist Malala Yousufzai, Ataullah along with all the others has been arrested by the law enforcement agencies. According to a report published by BBC Urdu, the minister said that Ataullah was arrested along with his fiancée. The report quoting Malik […]
In what appeared to be an ominous trend by the government, Interior Minister Rehman Malik hinted at shutting down cellular phone networks on the eve of Eid-ul-Azha. The government made it habit to shut down cellular services on major holidays or each time there is a threat of terrorist acts. As the interior ministry has […]
Oct 26 2012 | Posted in
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Reacting over brutal attack on Malala Yousafzai, Pakistan has placed one million dollar bounty on the head of the spokesperson of the Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan(TTP), Ehsanullah Ehsan. Interior Minister Rehman Malik has said that the bounty announced for him who claimed responsibility for the Malala’s attack. While interviewing to an American TV, the minister said that the […]
Confirming the reports, Interior Minister Rehman Malik on Monday revealed that the militants have planned to target some media houses and anchors on their coverage of Malala Yousafzai. Speaking to the media, he said that the intelligence agencies were working to attain sensitive details about the plan and subsequently their counters. The minister informed the […]
Oct 15 2012 | Posted in
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A caravan comprises hundreds of vehicles departed from Islamabad under the leadership of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) chief Imran Khan in the anti-drone march rallying toward South Waziristan. While speaking to the media on his departure, the cricketer-turned-politician said the people of South Waziristan would provide security to the peace-march. He observed, “I am leading the […]
Federal Interior Minister Rehman Malik has claimed that the suspension of mobile-phone services on Yaum-e-Ishq-e-Rasool (Love of Prophet (PBUH) Day) had foiled the nefarious plans of terrorists. While speaking to the media he observed, “If mobile phone is the root cause of the problem, we would surely curb its misuse. Soon, we will come up […]
Sep 22 2012 | Posted in
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Counsel for Rehman Malik Barrister Anwar Mansoor on Thursday said that his client wasn’t disqualified by the Supreme Court, adding that Chairman Senate Nayyar Hussain Bukhari will decide about the matter. While speaking to the media after the court issued the verdict, the lawyer said that the apex court didn’t disqualify Rehman Malik. He further […]
Sep 20 2012 | Posted in
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Announcing its short order on the dual nationality case, the Supreme Court of Pakistan on Thursday disqualified all parliamentarians holding dual nationalities. A three-member bench of the apex court headed by Chief Justice Iftikhar Muhammad Chaudhry announced the verdict, saying that no parliamentarian could hold dual nationality under Article 63 (1) C of the Constitution. […]
Concluding the hearing of dual nationality case, the Supreme Court of Pakistan on Tuesday reserved the verdict to be announced in a day or two. A three-member bench of the apex court headed by Chief Justice Iftikhar Muhammad Chaudhry resumed hearing of the dual nationality case. It is vital to mention here that dual citizenships […]
Sep 18 2012 | Posted in
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Interior Minister Rehman Malik has said that Federal Investigation Agency (FIA) is investigating the simultaneous fire incidents in Lahore and Karachi on the same day. While speaking to the media, he said that he would also inquire if any element of terrorism was involved in the fire incidents. “It has to been seen if there […]
Federal Interior Minister Rehman Malik has said that newly inked visa-accord will help in strengthening bilateral relations between Pakistan and India, adding it would benefit people of the two neighboring countries. While speaking to the media, the minister said that he had urged Indian authorities to open visa office in Karachi. Commenting about the new […]
Federal Interior Minister Rehman Malik said foreign elements along with traitors are making efforts to destabilize Pakistan. The minister while speaking to the media said the Punjab government showed responsibility by arresting Malik Ishaq, adding that everyone knows about the headquarter of Lashkar-e-Jhangvi (LeJ). Quoting reports from intelligence departments, the minister said that he had […]
Sep 4 2012 | Posted in
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