Pakistan assembly to legalize trials before military courts

Pakistan’s parliament is set to debate a bill next week that would legalize trials before military courts for another two years, a measure human rights activists say negates the basic principles of justice and denies those on trial the chance for a fair defense. The bill, designed to combat terrorism, was presented before the lower house of parliament Friday by law minister Zahid Hamid.

Special Transmission “International Women’s Day”

Speaking at the occasion, Khalid Iqbal Malik President Islamabad Chamber of Commerce and Industry said that women were half of our total population and the government should take tangible measures to enhance their role in the national development. He said, women of Pakistan have accomplished great successes in the field of entrepreneurship, IT, science & technology, education, film-making, politics and have held high positions in government and also in various worldwide organizations.

Special Transmission “International Women’s Day”

Speaking at the occasion, Khalid Iqbal Malik President Islamabad Chamber of Commerce and Industry said that women were half of our total population and the government should take tangible measures to enhance their role in the national development. He said, women of Pakistan have accomplished great successes in the field of entrepreneurship, IT, science & technology, education, film-making, politics and have held high positions in government and also in various worldwide organizations.

Nawaz Sharif Fast Facts

April 18, 1993 – Sharif’s government is dismissed by President Ghulam Ishaq Khan after charges of corruption and mismanagement are raised. Sharif’s family-owned business grew tremendously during his tenure in office, causing suspicion of corruption.