Justice Jillani hears first case as CJP

ISLAMABAD: Chief Justice Tassaduq Hussain Jilliani, who took oath of his office on Thursday, said the Supreme Court would continue to play its role to safeguard the constitution of Pakistan, Geo News reported. He gave these remarks while hearing first case as Chief Justice of Pakistan here. Attorney General Munir A Malik greeted Justice Jillani for assuming the charge of head of the apex court. The AG also assured the newly appointed Chief Justice of fully cooperation. Munir Malik further said the entire nation expected from Justice Jilani that he would be an exemplary Chief Justice. On this, Chief Justice thanked Munir A Malik and remarked that the apex court would continue to play its role to safeguard the constitution-

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Pak-US relations moving in positive direction: FO

ISLAMABAD: Foreign Office spokesman, Aizaz Chaudhry said Pakistani-US relations were moving forward in a positive direction, adding that difference still existed over drone attacks. During the weekly news briefing, Chaudhry told reporters that US Defence Secretary Chuck Hagel had not made any threatening statements and bilateral relations were discussed during his visit to Pakistan. The FO spokesman said the Interior Ministry who answer questions relating to the Haqqani network. Chaudhry further said that no one was allowed to meet Mullah Baradar or his family. Commenting on relations with India, Chaudhry said Prime Minister Nawaz Sharid wanted friendly relations with all neighbours. The FO spokesman expressed hope that composite dialogue with India would start soon and would address all issues.

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Govt will support action against absent ministers: Nisar

   ISLAMABAD: The absence of Petroleum Minister Shahid Khaqan Abbasi led to a protest by the Opposition in the National Assembly. Interior Minister Chaudhry Nisar Ali Khan also voiced his concern stating that those ministers who do not attend the session should vacate their seats. The interior minister said they were all answerable to Parliament as he called for a privilege motion to be brought against ministers who do not attend sessions. Nisar further said that Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif had directed ministers to attend Parliamentary sessions and the government would support measures taken against those who do not attend. The interior minister also appreciated the services of former Army Chief Kayani and former Chief Justice Chaudhry.

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PM Nawaz visits South African Embassy

      ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif visited the South African Embassy
Thursday to express his condolence on death of Nelson Mandela. PM Nawaz conveyed his heartfelt condolence to the bereaved family and the people of South Africa. On this occasion Nawaz Sharif said that death of Mr Nelson Mandela is a great loss to the world. He was a man of foresight and great wisdom and his services towards reconciliation human rights and democracy will be remembered, PM added. He recalled his meeting with Nelson Mandela in 1991 in Harare and said that it was an honour and pleasure meeting such a great person. Mr Nelson Mandela twice visited Pakistan and he wanted peaceful resolution to the issues between Pakistan and India. In his remarks in Condolence Book PM said Mr Mandela memory will serve as a beacon for the coming generations in their quest for human dignity and equality. (PPI)

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LB polls in Sindh will be held on Jan 18: ECP

             KARACHI: The Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP) has dismissed
 a second request by the Sindh government seeking an extension in the date for holding local bodies (LB) polls in the province. According to the ECP, LB polls in Sindh will held on January 18. Earlier on Thursday, Chief Secretary Sindh had held a meeting with Acting Chief Election Commissioner and had informed him of the provinces reluctance to hold polls on January 18 - See more at: http://www.geo.tv/article-130011-LB-polls-in-Sindh-will-be-held-on-Jan-18-ECP

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