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Gilani leaves for Kabul; Taliban issue on agenda

Gilani leaves for Kabul; Taliban issue on agenda

Rediff.com16 Apr 2011

Peace talks with the Taliban, trade and security would be high on the agenda during a meeting between Afghan President Hamid Karzai and Pakistan Prime Minister Yousuf Raza Gilani in the Afghan capital Kabul.

Gilani's chair breaks during award ceremony

Gilani's chair breaks during award ceremony

Rediff.com18 Oct 2011

Pakistan Premier Yousuf Raza Gilani faced some embarrassing moments when a chair buckled under his weight at an official function in the capital city, prompting a participant to say that this may be a "bad omen" for the top Pakistan People's party leader.

MORE TROUBLE: Now Pak SC pulls up Gilani for contempt

MORE TROUBLE: Now Pak SC pulls up Gilani for contempt

Rediff.com16 Jan 2012

Pakistan's Supreme Court on Monday issued a contempt notice to Prime Minister Yousuf Raza Gilani for failing to reopen graft cases against President Asif Ali Zardari and asked him to appear before it on January 19.

Various ministries analysing Shunglu report: PM

Various ministries analysing Shunglu report: PM

Rediff.com1 Apr 2011

Prime Minister Manmohan Singh on Friday said the Shunglu Committee report on alleged irregularities in the conduct of Commonwealth Games was being analysed by various ministries.

Dishonest Gilani violated his oath, rules Pak SC

Dishonest Gilani violated his oath, rules Pak SC

Rediff.com10 Jan 2012

Coming down heavily on beleaguered Pakistan Prime Minister Yousuf Raza Gilani, the Supreme Court on Tuesday said he is not an honest man, as it warned of action against him for failing to act on an order to reopen graft cases against President Asif Ali Zardari.

'Beware of commando-style swarm attack at Mohali'

'Beware of commando-style swarm attack at Mohali'

Rediff.com27 Mar 2011

With Pakistan Prime Minister Yousuf Raza Gilani accepting Dr Manmohan Singh's invitation to watch the India-Pakistan World Cup semifinals, Mohali has hit fever pitch. India's security agencies face a daunting challenge before Wednesday's high-profile clash as intelligence agencies have warned for a possible terror strike at one of the WC venues, says senior analyst B Raman.

Pak to confer highest civilian award on Holbrooke

Pak to confer highest civilian award on Holbrooke

Rediff.com23 Mar 2011

The Pakistan government has announced it would posthumously confer the Hilal-i-Pakistan, one of the country's highest civilian honours, on late United States Special Representative Richard Holbrooke.

MQM opts out of the Pak coalition government

MQM opts out of the Pak coalition government

Rediff.com28 Jun 2011

In a blow to Pakistan Prime Minister Yousuf Raza Gilani's government, key partner Muttahida Quami Movement on Monday quit his government at the centre and also made an exit from the ruling coalition in the Sindh province, citing Pakistan Peoples Party's "undemocratic and dictatorial" attitude."

Khar to return to Pak on Tuesday after addressing UNGA

Khar to return to Pak on Tuesday after addressing UNGA

Rediff.com26 Sep 2011

Foreign Minister Hina Rabbani Khar, asked by Prime Minister Yousuf Raza to cut short her visit to the US amid growing tensions between the two countries, will return to Pakistan after addressing the UN General Assembly on Tuesday.

Pak to confer highest civilian award on Bhatti

Pak to confer highest civilian award on Bhatti

Rediff.com9 Mar 2011

Pakistan government is expected to confer posthumously one of the country's highest civilian awards for bravery on slain Minority Affairs Minister Shahbaz Bhatti, who was lauded by President Asif Ali Zardari as a symbol of tolerance, harmony and respect for minorities.

Pak court adjourns Davis case till March 16

Pak court adjourns Davis case till March 16

Rediff.com8 Mar 2011

A Pakistani court adjourned till March 16 a case against suspected CIA contractor Raymond Davis, arrested for gunning down two men in January, after defence lawyers sought more time to study documents filed by the prosecution.

Pak military heads meet PM, president on security

Pak military heads meet PM, president on security

Rediff.com14 Jun 2011

In what could be a prelude to a possible operation in North Waziristan against the Al Qaeda militants holed up there, Pakistani military commanders have met with the President Asif Ali Zardari and Prime Minister Yousuf Raza Gilani, a move termed by a leading daily in Islamabad as "far from routine".

Pakistan army, judiciary pro-democracy, says Gilani

Pakistan army, judiciary pro-democracy, says Gilani

Rediff.com18 Dec 2011

Rejecting the notion that his government was in confrontation with army and judiciary over the memogate scandal, Pakistan Premier Yousuf Raza Gilani has said both the institutions were pro-democracy and did not want to derail the existing system.

Alibaug is the new WFH destination

Alibaug is the new WFH destination

Rediff.com7 Nov 2020

As ferry services increase and remote working becomes the norm, the rural beach town has turned into a sought-after refuge for city slickers from Mumbai and Pune.

No confirmation about Ilyas Kashmiri's death: US

No confirmation about Ilyas Kashmiri's death: US

Rediff.com7 Jun 2011

The United States has refused to confirm the death of Harkatul Jihad al-Islami chief Ilyas Kashmiri in a recent drone strike in Pakistan's South Waziristan region.

Trouble brewing in Pak's Osama probe commission

Trouble brewing in Pak's Osama probe commission

Rediff.com3 Jun 2011

A Pakistani commission to probe how Osama bin Laden lived undetected in the garrison city of Abbottabad has run into rough weather days after its formation, with one member refusing to join the panel and the opposition Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz criticising the manner of its formation.

'We will make Pakistan free of terrorism'

'We will make Pakistan free of terrorism'

Rediff.com2 Jun 2011

Pakistan government will 'think whether there is any need' for a military operation in North Waziristan and not take dictation from anyone on launching a campaign against militants in the tribal region, Prime Minister Yousuf Raza Gilani has said

Pak constitutes commission to probe Osama killing

Pak constitutes commission to probe Osama killing

Rediff.com1 Jun 2011

The Pakistan government on Tuesday formed a commission to probe the killing of Al Qaeda leader Osama bin Laden in a covert United States raid in the garrison city of Abbottabad and to determine the nature and causes of lapses associated with the incident.

Did not attend funeral of Headley's father: Gilani

Did not attend funeral of Headley's father: Gilani

Rediff.com29 May 2011

Lashkar-e-Tayiba operative David Headley has told a jury in the Tahawwur Rana trial that Pakistan Prime Minister Yousuf Raza Gilani attended his father's funeral, but the latter's office rubbished the claim.

Gilani dissolves Pak cabinet; will downsize it

Gilani dissolves Pak cabinet; will downsize it

Rediff.com9 Feb 2011

Pakistan Prime Minister Yousuf Raza Gilani on Wednesday announced the dissolution of his cabinet after all federal ministers submitted their resignations as part of an exercise aimed at refurbishing the government's image.

Free our citizen or ties will suffer: US warns Pak

Free our citizen or ties will suffer: US warns Pak

Rediff.com5 Feb 2011

The United States has conveyed a veiled threat to Pakistan that their bilateral defence cooperation can come under a cloud if the standoff on the issue of double murder-accused US national Raymond Davis' immunity persists.

Kupwara: 3 Army jawans, 2 cops killed; 5 terrorists eliminated

Kupwara: 3 Army jawans, 2 cops killed; 5 terrorists eliminated

Rediff.com21 Mar 2018

The encounter has brought to light gaps in the Army's vigil along the LoC as the group of terrorists had managed to sneak in nearly 8 km after crossing two ridges of the Shamsabari mountain range.

Gilani authorised to trim his cabinet

Gilani authorised to trim his cabinet

Rediff.com4 Feb 2011

The ruling Pakistan People's Party has authorised Prime Minister Yousuf Raza Gilani to dissolve his jumbo cabinet and form a smaller council of ministers amid demands for political reforms from the opposition and international donors.

J-K polls: Triangular contest in Ganderbal

J-K polls: Triangular contest in Ganderbal

Rediff.com21 Nov 2014

The ruling National Conference's traditional bastion Ganderbal is set for a triangular fight with People's Democratic Party, National Conference and an Independent contesting the polls after Chief Minister Omar Abdullah decided not to contest from the constituency which goes to polls on November 25.

Need to eliminate extremist tendencies: Gilani

Need to eliminate extremist tendencies: Gilani

Rediff.com14 Jan 2011

The tragic assassination of Punjab Governor Salmaan Taseer has "underscored the imperative need for Pakistani society to marginalise and eliminate extremist tendencies," Prime Minister Yousuf Raza Gilani said on Thursday.

Taseer murder: Cop in Pak PM's team detained

Taseer murder: Cop in Pak PM's team detained

Rediff.com9 Jan 2011

A Pakistani policeman attached to Premier Yousuf Raza Gilani's security detail has been detained along with an official of the country's electronic media watchdog in connection with Punjab Governor Salmaan Taseer's assassination, while investigators are looking for a cleric who motivated the killer. Mumtaz Qadri, the Elite Force guard gunned down 66-year-old Taseer in Islamabad on Tuesday for opposing the controversial blasphemy law.

We are trying to secure drone tech from US: Gilani

We are trying to secure drone tech from US: Gilani

Rediff.com19 Apr 2011

Demanding an end to the American drone attacks in the restive tribal belt, Premier Yousuf Raza Gilani has said Pakistan was trying to secure the spy plane technology from the United States and seeking enhanced intelligence- sharing so that it can act on its own against militants.

Zardari, PPP back Gilani as Pak govt fights crisis

Zardari, PPP back Gilani as Pak govt fights crisis

Rediff.com3 Jan 2011

Pakistan's beleaguered Prime Minister Yousuf Raza Gilani, facing calls to resign from former allies, received a boost on Monday as President Asif Ali Zardari and the ruling Pakistan People's Party threw their weight behind him. Zardari, who is camping in the southern city of Karachi, said he and the Pakistan Peoples Party have "full confidence" in Gilani and would "solidly stand behind him in foiling any attempt to destabilise the coalition government".

India agrees to resume Pak cricket ties

India agrees to resume Pak cricket ties

Rediff.com13 Apr 2011

As a follow-up to the talks between Prime Minister Manmohan Singh and his counterpart Yousuf Raza Gilani, India has decided in principle to resume bilateral cricket ties with Pakistan. Government sources said the time of the visit, the venues of the matches and other logistical issues would be decided by the cricket boards of the two countries.

Pakistan PM congratulates India over WC win

Pakistan PM congratulates India over WC win

Rediff.com3 Apr 2011

Pakistan Prime Minister Yousuf Raza Gilani has congratulated Prime Minister Manmohan Singh on the Indian cricket team's victory in the cricket World Cup and expressed the hope that sports links between the two countries will be "fully restored in the near future".

Pak PM appeals for Karachi to stay calm

Pak PM appeals for Karachi to stay calm

Rediff.com8 Jul 2011

Pakistan Prime Minister Yousuf Raza Gilani on Friday appealed to the people from all walks of life to play their role in maintaining peace and security in Karachi.

PIX: Cricket, dinner and diplomacy in Mohali

PIX: Cricket, dinner and diplomacy in Mohali

Rediff.com31 Mar 2011

Mixing cricket with diplomacy, Prime Minister Manmohan Singh held wide-ranging discussions with his Pakistani counterpart Yousuf Raza Gilani when he favoured the need for an "atmosphere free of violence" in order to ensure thorough mobilisation of bilateral ties

Gilani invites PM, Team India to Pakistan

Gilani invites PM, Team India to Pakistan

Rediff.com30 Mar 2011

"Like we talk about the Thimphu spirit after the two prime ministers' meeting in Bhutan last year, today we have a Mohali spirit, an extremely positive and encouraging spirit," said Foreign Secretary Nirupama Rao summing up the meeting between Prime Minister Manmohan Singh and his Pakistani counterpart Yousuf Raza Gilani on the sidelines of the world cup semi-final clash between the two countries at Mohali.

PM, Gilani dine amid tension on field

PM, Gilani dine amid tension on field

Rediff.com30 Mar 2011

Prime Minister Manmohan Singh tonight met his Pakistani counterpart Yousuf Raza Gilani over dinner in Mohali on the sidelines of the Indo-Pak cricketing encounter.

IN PHOTOS: When PM Singh met Gilani at Mohali

IN PHOTOS: When PM Singh met Gilani at Mohali

Rediff.com30 Mar 2011

Prime Minister Manmohan Singh on Wednesday received his Pakistan counterpart Yousuf Raza Gilani at the cricket stadium in Mohali where they will watch the Indo-Pak World Cup semi-final and hold bilateral talks.

Don't mix sports and politics: Pranab Mukherjee

Don't mix sports and politics: Pranab Mukherjee

Rediff.com30 Mar 2011

Ahead of the Word Cup semi final match between India and Pakistan on March 30, Finance Minister Pranab Mukherjee has said that sports should not be mixed with politics. Referring to Pakistan Prime Minister Yousuf Raza Gilani's visit to Mohali, to watch the semi-final match between India and Pakistan on Wednesday, Mukherjee said sports and politics must be treated separately and not mixed.

Pakistani PM sacks two ministers over Haj scam

Pakistani PM sacks two ministers over Haj scam

Rediff.com14 Dec 2010

Despite pressure not to act against them, Pakistan Prime Minister Yousuf Raza Gilani on Tuesday sacked two federal ministers after they engaged in an unseemly public spat over alleged corruption in the hiring of accommodation for Pakistani pilgrims for this year's Haj.

Pak remits Indian convict on humanitarian grounds

Pak remits Indian convict on humanitarian grounds

Rediff.com27 Mar 2011

President Asif Ali Zardari on Sunday remitted the remaining jail term of Indian convict Gopal Das, who has been imprisoned in Pakistan for 27 years, days ahead of a visit to India by Prime Minister Yousuf Raza Gilani to watch the cricket World Cup semi-final featuring the teams of the two countries.

Gilani to attend World Cup semi-final at Mohali

Gilani to attend World Cup semi-final at Mohali

Rediff.com27 Mar 2011

Pakistani officials have dismissed reports that Prime Minister Gilani has already accepted his Indian counterpart's invitation to watch the semi-final match between the cricket teams of the two countries, saying a decision would be made when the premier returns from a visit to Uzbekistan.

Gilani to attend World Cup semi-final at Mohali

Gilani to attend World Cup semi-final at Mohali

Rediff.com27 Mar 2011

Pakistani officials have dismissed reports that Prime Minister Gilani has already accepted his Indian counterpart's invitation to watch the semi-final match between the cricket teams of the two countries, saying a decision would be made when the premier returns from a visit to Uzbekistan.