Govt to move SC for interpretation of Article 63(A), says Ch. Fawad

Islamabad: Information Minister Fawad Chaudhry revealed on Friday that the federal government has decided to file a reference in the Supreme Court – under Article 186 – for interpretation of Article 63 (A) of the Constitution.

“Supreme Court will be asked for its opinion on the legal status of the vote when members of a party are explicitly involved in horse-trading and change allegiances in exchange for money,” the information minister said in a series of tweets.

The article is related to the disqualification of an assembly member on grounds of defection. He further said that the SC would be requested to hear the reference on a daily basis and reach a verdict.

Jirga welcomes Tirah IDPs’ return after a decade

PESHAWAR: A grand Jirga was held in Tirah to welcome the families who are returning back to their homes after a decade. Approximately 100,000 persons from 15,691 families will be rehabilitated during this process.

Addressing the Jirga, Commander Peshawar Corps Lieutenant General Faiz Hamid lauded the sacrifices rendered by tribesmen in achieving peace in the area and assured that Pakistan Army will provide all possible assistance to the rehabilitating families.

The Malaks and Mashrans thanked the Pakistan Army for restoration of peace in the area and ongoing efforts for socio-economic development in Tribal District. They also assured for their unflinching support to security forces. Representatives from civil administration were also present in the Jirga.

 

Sports Festival for Madrasas’ Students kicks off

A colorful sports festival for madrassas has started in Charsadda.The sports festival organized by District Sports Office Charsadda was kicked off at Abdul wali sports Complex Charsadda. Around 95 madrassa students participated in the event from Charsadda. Total five games were included in the event. These games include athletics, badminton, cricket, football & Tug of war. Additional Deputy Commissioner Muhammad Ali Shah was the chief guest of the event. At the end winners were awarded Cash prizes & winner trophies.