Govt, opposition make last-ditch effort to woo Maulana Fazl Dtrends

Govt, opposition make last-ditch effort to woo Maulana Fazl Dtrends

JUI-F Chief Maulana Fazlur Rehman meets PML-N’s Azam Nazeer Tarar (left) and PTI Chairman Barrister Gohar Khan. — Screengrab via Facebook/@juipakofficial/File PM Shehbaz seeks Fazl’s support for constitutional amendment. Bilawal Bhutto, Mohsin Naqvi, others also call on the JUI-F chief. PTI chief Barrister Gohar, Asad Qaiser visit politico’s residence. In light of the prospects of … Read more

Constitutional package in limbo as Fazl opposes judges’ extension, retirement age hike Dtrends

Constitutional package in limbo as Fazl opposes judges’ extension, retirement age hike Dtrends

ISLAMABAD: Amid the government’s efforts to introduce a ‘constitutional package’ that reportedly gives it greater control over judicial procedures, Jamiat Ulema-e-Islam (JUI-F) chief Maulana Fazlur Rehman has taken centre stage, with both the ruling coalition and the opposition vying for his support in Parliament. “We haven’t received the draft amendment bill yet […] How can … Read more

Fazl rejects govt’s claim of support for constitutional amendment Dtrends

Fazl rejects govt’s claim of support for constitutional amendment Dtrends

Jamiat Ulema-e-Islam (JUI-F) chief Maulana Fazlur Rehman has rejected government claims that his party supports proposed constitutional amendments, stressing that no opposition party, including JUI-F, will back any legislation that contradicts the Constitution or democracy. According to Express News, Fazlur Rehman met with senior politician Muhammad Ali Durrani at his residence in Islamabad late on … Read more

Fazl stands firm despite govt’s ‘sweet-talk’, vows to oppose legislation contrary to Constitution Dtrends

Fazl stands firm despite govt’s ‘sweet-talk’, vows to oppose legislation contrary to Constitution Dtrends

Former senator Muhammad Ali Durrani calls on JUI-F Maulana Fazlur Rehman at his residence in Islamabad on October 24, 2023. — X/@juipakofficial/File Ex-Senator Durrani calls on Maulana Fazl at latter’s residence. Supporting such govt tantamount to make people angry: Maulana. “Will not allow anyone to steal our mandate once again.” Amid government efforts to muster … Read more

PTI heaps scorn on Maulana Fazl for ‘legitimising’ coalition govt Dtrends

PTI heaps scorn on Maulana Fazl for ‘legitimising’ coalition govt Dtrends

PTI’s senior leader Asad Qaiser (left) during the meeting with JUI-F chief Maulana Fazlur Rehman in Islamabad, on October 26, 2023, in this still taken from a video. — X/@juipakofficial  KP spox says PTI doesn’t need Fazlur Rehman’s support. JUI-F chief “changes stance over personal gains”: PTI. PTI, JUI-F had joined hands on parliamentary front.  … Read more

Fazl urges CJP Isa to expedite interest-free banking appeals Dtrends

Fazl urges CJP Isa to expedite interest-free banking appeals Dtrends

Maulana Fazlur Rehman, the head of Jamiat Ulema-e-Islam (JUI-F), has written a letter to Chief Justice Qazi Faez Isa, urging him to expedite the appeals against the Federal Shariat Court’s decision to eliminate the interest-based financial system. According to a JUI-F spokesperson, the letter appeals for the swift resolution of various banks’ appeals challenging last … Read more

PM Shehbaz ‘woos’ Fazl as PTI, JUI-F join hands in parliament Dtrends

PM Shehbaz ‘woos’ Fazl as PTI, JUI-F join hands in parliament Dtrends

PM Shehbaz Sharif meets JUI-F supremo Maulana Fazlur Rehman on August 30, 2024. — PID Premier Shehbaz assures Fazl of addressing reservations. Govt “seeks JUI-F supremo’s support to cope with challenges”. President Zardari met Fazl to “discuss key legislation” last week. After the Jamiat Ulema-e-Islam-Fazl (JUI-F) joined hands with the major opposition party — Pakistan … Read more

Zardari, Fazl discuss ‘potential key legislation ahead of joint sitting’ Dtrends

Zardari, Fazl discuss ‘potential key legislation ahead of joint sitting’ Dtrends

President Asif Ali Zardari is meeting JUI-F chief Maulana Fazlur Rehman at the latter’s residence in Islamabad on August 24. — APP Govt decides to summon joint parliament’s session on Aug 28. Key legislation likely to be tabled next week, say sources. PPP also taken into confidence ahead of potential legislation. ISLAMABAD: President Asif Ali … Read more

Fazl declares ‘day of gratitude’ after Supreme Court ruling in Mubarak Sani case Dtrends

Fazl declares ‘day of gratitude’ after Supreme Court ruling in Mubarak Sani case Dtrends

Maulana Fazlur Rehman, the head of Jamiat Ulema-e-Islam (JUI-F), announced a nationwide ‘Day of Gratitude’ to be observed on Friday, following the Supreme Court’s acceptance of a review petition in the Mubarak Sani case. Speaking to the media in Islamabad on Thursday, Fazlur Rehman expressed his thanks to the Supreme Court and parliament, stating, “Tomorrow, … Read more