Polling process concludes peacefully amid tight security arrangements

MULTAN:Polling process for by-polls in PP 217 (Multan-VII) concluded peacefully amid tight security arrangements. According to the official sources, the voters who entered in the premises of polling stations before 5 p.m., would continue to cast their votes. Tough contest is being expected between PTI candidate Zain Qureshi and PML-N’s candidate Salman Naeem. No untoward […]

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By-polls in Punjab: ECP central control room receives 18 complaints

ISLAMABAD:The central control cell established at the Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP) on Sunday received 18 complaint reports by 4:00 pm. According to the ECP spokesperson, all complaints were addressed immediately, which mostly were related to the conflict between voters. He said that mainly the polling process remained satisfactory and in peaceful manner in all […]

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Anti-dengue activities underway in IUB

BAHAWALPUR:In connection with the anti-dengue campaign, various activities are being conducted at the Islamia University of Bahawalpur (IUB), on the directive of Vice-Chancellor IUB, Engr. Prof. Dr Athar Mahboob. Chief Medical Officer Dr Muhammad Usman Cheema on Sunday said that these activities had started in connection with the anti-dengue campaign at the institute. He said […]

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Industrialists shifting capital due to ill infrastructure in SITE: HCCI president

HYDERABAD:Hyderabad Chamber of Commerce and Industry (HCCI) president Adeel Siddiqui on Sunday expressed concerns over deteriorating civic infrastructure of Sindh Industrial Trading Estate (SITE) which was affecting industrial activity especially transportation of raw material to factories and industries. He disclosed that industrialists were shifting their capital to other cities from Hyderabad due to poor civic […]

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Sanaullah praises ECP for holding by-polls in peaceful way

ISLAMABAD:Interior Minister Rana Sanaullah on Sunday praised the Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP) for making comprehensive and exemplary arrangements to hold by-polls in 20 constituencies of Punjab in a peaceful way. The ECP has ensured rule of law throughout the by-election proceeding which is commendable, he said while addressing a news conference. “It may possible […]

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RPO visits Kalar Syedan, Kahuta polling stations

RAWALPINDI:Regional Police Officer (RPO) Rawalpindi Region Imran Ahamar visited the by-election constituencies PP 7 Kalar Syedan and Kahuta in Rawalpindi. While reviewing the security arrangements, the RPO issued instructions to the officers and personnel on duty to remain alert. The rules and regulations and code of conduct of the Election Commission should be ensured at […]

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CEC urges voters to participate in election process

ISLAMABAD:Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) Sikandar Sultan Raja has appealed to the voters to cast their votes for the candidates of their choice to strengthen democracy. In a message, he said that with the active participation of voters, the democracy would further flourish, and ensure stability in the country. He directed the law enforcement agencies not […]

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Polling concludes for by-polls in 20 Punjab constituencies

LAHORE:The polling for by-elections on 20 Punjab Assembly seats concluded on Sunday evening, Provincial Election Commission sources said. The polling process continued from 8am till 5pm, without any break. However, after 5pm, the voters present inside the polling stations were allowed to cast their votes. Overall polling remained peaceful except for minor incidents of clashes, […]

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