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Gilani hints at early Pak general elections

Gilani hints at early Pak general elections

Rediff.com30 Jan 2012

The general election could be held sometime after the passage of the federal budget, Gilani indicated during an interaction with Pakistani journalists on Sunday night following his return from Davos, Switzerland, where he attended the World Economic Forum.

Gilani praises PM Singh; calls him 'genuine person'

Gilani praises PM Singh; calls him 'genuine person'

Rediff.com29 Jan 2012

Pakistan Prime Minister Yousuf Raza Gilani has lauded his Indian counterpart Manmohan Singh, describing him as a "genuine person" who is keen to resolve all bilateral issues.

Oppn can't stop me from entering parliament: Gilani

Oppn can't stop me from entering parliament: Gilani

Rediff.com28 Apr 2012

Prime Minister Yousuf Raza Gilani on Saturday said he did not need permission from the Leader of Opposition to enter parliament following his conviction of contempt by the Supreme Court because he is a unanimously elected premier and a lawmaker.

Pak opposition seeks Gilani's resignation

Pak opposition seeks Gilani's resignation

Rediff.com26 Apr 2012

Pakistan's opposition parties on Thursday sought the immediate resignation of Prime Minister Yousuf Raza Gilani following his conviction by the supreme court for contempt on the issue of pursuing graft cases against President Asif Ali Zardari.

PM meets civil, military leadership ahead of Afghan talks

PM meets civil, military leadership ahead of Afghan talks

Rediff.com26 Apr 2012

Prime Minister Yousuf Raza Gilani on Wednesday chaired a meeting of Pakistan's top civil and military leadership ahead of the resumption of a trilateral initiative with Afghanistan and the US to boost the Afghan peace and reconciliation process.

Gilani meets Kayani, Pasha; signs of easing tensions?

Gilani meets Kayani, Pasha; signs of easing tensions?

Rediff.com25 Jan 2012

Pakistan Prime Minister Yousuf Raza Gilani on Tuesday held a meeting with the country's army and intelligence chiefs to discuss the regional security situation and the reconciliation process in Afghanistan, reflecting the easing of tensions between the civilian and the military leadership.

Memogate: Ijaz has no credibility, says Gilani

Memogate: Ijaz has no credibility, says Gilani

Rediff.com22 Jan 2012

Controversial American businessman Mansoor Ijaz, the central character in the memo scandal, has "no credibility" and one should not worry too much about his claims, Prime Minister Yousuf Raza Gilani on Sunday.

SC breather for Pak PM in contempt case, next hearing on Feb 1

SC breather for Pak PM in contempt case, next hearing on Feb 1

Rediff.com19 Jan 2012

Pakistan's embattled Prime Minister Yousuf Raza Gilani on Thursday appeared before the Supreme Court to face a contempt notice for not reopening graft cases against Asif Ali Zardari, saying he was unable to act as the president enjoyed complete immunity under the Constitution.

Special security at Pak SC for Gilani's appearance

Special security at Pak SC for Gilani's appearance

Rediff.com19 Jan 2012

Special security arrangements have been put in place in Pakistan's Supreme Court for Thursday's appearance by Prime Minister Yousuf Raza Gilani to respond to a contempt notice issued to him failing to reopen graft cases against the President.

Turmoil in Islamabad: Where will the buck stop?

Turmoil in Islamabad: Where will the buck stop?

Rediff.com16 Jan 2012

Strategic analyst B Raman's take on the latest developments in Islamabad that have further cornered the Pakistani government.

'Lodhi sacked as Pak defence secretary in national interest'

'Lodhi sacked as Pak defence secretary in national interest'

Rediff.com14 Jan 2012

The Pakistan government has rejected former defence secretary Lieutenant General (retired) Khalid Naeem Lodhi's claim that he was sacked on charges of misconduct without being given a hearing, saying he had been fired in the "national interest".

The BIG 4 behind Pak crisis: Gilani, Kayani, SC and China!

The BIG 4 behind Pak crisis: Gilani, Kayani, SC and China!

Rediff.com12 Jan 2012

The Pakistan government and its military are at loggerheads today and with the possibility of a military coup resurfacing. Pakistan Prime Minister Yousuf Raza Gilani, Pakistan Army chief Ashfaq Parvez, its Supreme Court and China have contributed to the crisis that the country is battling today, says senior analyst B Raman.

Ephedrine case: Pak SC issues notice to Gilani's son

Ephedrine case: Pak SC issues notice to Gilani's son

Rediff.com10 Apr 2012

Pakistan's Supreme Court on Tuesday issued notices to Prime Minister Yousuf Raza Gilani's son Ali Musa and a top bureaucrat in a case relating to alleged irregularities in the import of a large amount of chemical Ephedrine, commonly known as "poor man's cocaine" and used to make a medicine for colds, flu and asthma.

Khar may lose portfolio for contradicting Zardari

Khar may lose portfolio for contradicting Zardari

Rediff.com10 Apr 2012

Days after Foreign Minister Hina Rabbani Khar contradicted President Asif Ali Zardari during a meeting with a visiting United States diplomat, speculation is rife that her portfolio may be changed.

Wasim, Shoaib slam Pakistan captain Sarfaraz

Wasim, Shoaib slam Pakistan captain Sarfaraz

Rediff.com17 Jun 2019

Former captain Wasim Akram led Pakistan's cricket community in lambasting the team for "going down without a fight" against arch-rivals India.

It's for Pak courts to examine proof against Saeed: Gilani

It's for Pak courts to examine proof against Saeed: Gilani

Rediff.com7 Apr 2012

Asked about the $ 10 million bounty announced for Saeed by the United States, he said a policy statement on the issue had been issued by the foreign office and he had expressed his views in parliament on Friday.

Hockey Nationals: Holders Haryana beat Bhopal 2-1

Hockey Nationals: Holders Haryana beat Bhopal 2-1

Rediff.com23 Sep 2012

Defending champions Haryana rallied from a goal deficit to beat Bhopal 2-1 in their opening Group A league game in the 2nd Hockey India National Championship for Senior Men in Bangalore on Sunday.

Hafiz Saeed case is Pakistan's 'internal issue': Gilani

Hafiz Saeed case is Pakistan's 'internal issue': Gilani

Rediff.com6 Apr 2012

Pakistan Prime Minister Yousuf Raza Gilani has said the matter of Lashkar-e-Tayyiba founder Hafiz Saeed is an "internal issue" and if there is any concrete proof against the outlawed Jamaat-ud-Dawah chief then it should be provided to them.

Pak court admits petitions against President Zardari

Pak court admits petitions against President Zardari

Rediff.com5 Jan 2012

The same bench of the Lahore High court will hear petitions seeking the disqualification of Prime Minister Yousuf Raza Gilani on charges of committing treason by allegedly defying court orders and subverting the Constitution.

China's enemy is Pak's enemy, says Gilani

China's enemy is Pak's enemy, says Gilani

Rediff.com1 Apr 2012

Renewing their all weather friendship China and Pakistan on Sunday said they would stand by each other "in all circumstances" and vowed to uphold their sovereignty and territorial integrity at all costs.

Pak PM under SC pressure to revive cases against Zardari

Pak PM under SC pressure to revive cases against Zardari

Rediff.com27 Jun 2012

A three-judge bench headed by Justice Nasir-ul-Mulk reminded Attorney General Irfan Qadir that former Premier Yousuf Raza Gilani had been convicted for contempt and sentenced for refusing to act on the apex court's orders to revive the corruption cases.

Pak SC rejects request to close case involving PM's son

Pak SC rejects request to close case involving PM's son

Rediff.com30 Mar 2012

Pakistan's Supreme Court has turned down a request from authorities to close a case against irregularities in the import of a chemical that allegedly involved Premier Yousuf Raza Gilani's younger son Ali Musa Gilani.

Linking ISI with terror shows policy disarray in US: Gilani

Linking ISI with terror shows policy disarray in US: Gilani

Rediff.com25 Sep 2011

Pakistan Prime Minister Yousuf Raza Gilani on Saturday rejected American accusations linking Pakistan's spy agency Inter Services Intelligence with the Haqqani terror network, saying the allegations reflected "policy disarray" within the United States administration on achieving peace in Afghanistan.

Gilani may face second contempt case: Pakistan SC

Gilani may face second contempt case: Pakistan SC

Rediff.com29 Mar 2012

Adding to woes of Premier Yousuf Raza Gilani, Pakistan's Supreme Court on Thursday warned him that a second contempt case could be initiated against him if he failed to act on its verdict that annulled a graft amnesty issued by former military ruler Pervez Musharraf.

Pak EC announces by-poll schedule of seat held by Gilani

Pak EC announces by-poll schedule of seat held by Gilani

Rediff.com22 Jun 2012

Pakistani authorities on Friday announced the schedule for the bye-election to the parliamentary seat that was held by former premier Yousuf Raza Gilani before his disqualification by the supreme court.

Gilani DISQUALIFIED; new PM expected on Wednesday

Gilani DISQUALIFIED; new PM expected on Wednesday

Rediff.com20 Jun 2012

Pakistan Supreme Court on Tuesday declared Prime Minister Yousuf Raza Gilani ineligible to hold the office and said he stood disqualified since April 26 when he was convicted and sentenced for contempt.

Gilani, the man who DEFIED Pak military, judiciary

Gilani, the man who DEFIED Pak military, judiciary

Rediff.com19 Jun 2012

Engaged in a continued tug-of-war for supremacy with the military on one side, and an assertive judiciary on the other, Yousuf Raza Gilani's four years at Pakistan's helm was indeed a tumultuous period for him and the country which also saw frosty ties with India.

Pak army chief rules out military coup: Statement

Pak army chief rules out military coup: Statement

Rediff.com23 Dec 2011

Pakistan's powerful army chief Gen Ashfaq Parvez Kayani on Friday dismissed speculation of a military takeover as "misleading", saying they are being used as a "bogey" to divert the focus from "real issues".

Gilani hits out at powerful army; expresses fears of ouster

Gilani hits out at powerful army; expresses fears of ouster

Rediff.com22 Dec 2011

Pakistan Premier Yousuf Raza Gilani on Thursday in an unprecedented tongue-lashing against the powerful military said it is "unacceptable" if the army "considers itself a State within State" and warned that "conspiracies" are being hatched to "pack up" his government.

US providing aid to flood victims in Pakistan

US providing aid to flood victims in Pakistan

Rediff.com13 Sep 2011

The United States is providing relief material and aid to the flood affected people of Pakistan following an appeal in this regard from Prime Minister Yousuf Gilani, a US official has said.

WT20: 'This Pakistan team lacks pride and passion'

WT20: 'This Pakistan team lacks pride and passion'

Rediff.com23 Mar 2016

Former pacer Shoaib Akhtar says he is he is not the least bit surprised by Pakistan's poor run in the ongoing World T20 Championship.

'Pakistan president immunity papers stolen'

'Pakistan president immunity papers stolen'

Rediff.com16 Mar 2012

Documents on presidential immunity have been stolen from the home of an official of Pakistan's supreme court at a time when the judiciary is pressuring the government to revive graft cases against President Asif Ali Zardari, the media here reported on Friday.

Write to Swiss to reopen graft cases: Pak SC to Gilani

Write to Swiss to reopen graft cases: Pak SC to Gilani

Rediff.com9 Mar 2012

In deepening tensions between the government and the judiciary, the Pakistan's Supreme Court has issued an ultimatum to embattled to Prime Minister Yousuf Raza Gilani directing him to "immediately" write to Swiss authorities to revive graft cases against the President.

How China is subsidising Pakistan's security

How China is subsidising Pakistan's security

Rediff.com23 May 2011

It appears that there is some coordination between Chinese interlocutors, the Hekmatyar group, the Kabul regime and different tribal factions in Afghanistan and Pakistan. This indicates a long-term vision for the region, says Srikanth Kondapalli

Pak vows to push energy ties with Iran; disregards US

Pak vows to push energy ties with Iran; disregards US

Rediff.com2 Mar 2012

Pakistan's top leadership on Thursday underlined the country's commitment to pursue energy projects with Iran, including a multi-billion dollar gas pipeline, despite growing pressure from the United States to abandon such ventures.

Cannot attend Bonn meet without assurance: Gilani

Cannot attend Bonn meet without assurance: Gilani

Rediff.com30 Nov 2011

Following appeals from the United States and Afghanistan, Pakistan Prime Minister Yousuf Raza Gilani on Wednesday said the country cannot attend the crucial Bonn meet on the future of Afghanistan if Islamabad did not receive assurances from the world community about its security and sovereignty.

Pak-American businessman Ijaz not be called: Gilani

Pak-American businessman Ijaz not be called: Gilani

Rediff.com24 Nov 2011

Prime Minister Yousuf Raza Gilani on Thursday said that there were no differences with the powerful military on the meomogate issue that has shaken Pakistani establishment and ruled out calling businessman Mansoor Ijaz to join the probe.

Sherry Rehman is Pakistan's new envoy to US

Sherry Rehman is Pakistan's new envoy to US

Rediff.com23 Nov 2011

Pakistan on Wednesday named former federal minister Sherry Rehman, a close aide of slain ex-premier Benazir Bhutto, as its new envoy to the United States following the resignation of Ambassador Husain Haqqani over the 'Memogate' controversy.

Maradona could be next coach of UAE

Maradona could be next coach of UAE

Rediff.com17 May 2012

Diego Maradona could return to international soccer as the Argentine is being considered for the vacant United Arab Emirates head coaching job.

Zardari meets Kayani, discusses Pak's security situation

Zardari meets Kayani, discusses Pak's security situation

Rediff.com17 Nov 2011

Pakistan President Asif Ali Zardari has met powerful army chief Gen Ashfaq Parvez Kayani for the second time in as many days, amid reports of tensions between the military and civilian government over secret communications with the Obama administration.