Tag: Khan

Poll Reveals One in Four Tradesman Say ULEZ Worsening Trade

Nearly a quarter of London tradesmen say the mayor of London’s air pollution-cutting scheme that charges motorists by the day to drive has had a detrimental impact on business. According to a study, London-based tradespeople such as builders, plumbers, roofers electricians and more are being hit by Sadiq Khan’s Ultra Low Emission Zone (ULEZ). The…


Pakistani Court Frees Former Prime Minister Imran Khan

ISLAMABAD—Pakistan’s former Prime Minister Imran Khan left a high court in Islamabad on Friday after being granted broad protection from arrest in multiple legal cases against him. The ruling struck a blow to the government in a stand-off that has sparked days of rioting by Khan’s followers and raised the specter of widespread unrest in…


Pakistan’s Former Prime Minister Imran Khan Arrested, Sparking Violence

ISLAMABAD—Pakistan’s former Prime Minister Imran Khan was arrested and dragged from court Tuesday as he appeared to face charges in multiple graft cases, a dramatic escalation of political tensions that sparked violent demonstrations by his angry supporters across the country. The arrest of Khan, who was ousted in a no-confidence vote in April 2022 but…


Pakistan’s Ex-PM Imran Khan Marks Court Presence as Supporters Clash With Police

ISLAMABAD—Pakistan’s former Prime Minister Imran Khan officially marked his presence in court in the country’s capital on Saturday, his aide said, complying with judicial orders after a standoff with police that has led to intense clashes with his supporters. Local media Geo TV reported that the trial court in Islamabad cancelled the warrants for his…


Pakistan’s Former Prime Minister Imran Khan No-show in Court, Avoids Arrest

ISLAMABAD—Pakistan’s former Prime Minister Imran Khan failed to appear before a court in Islamabad on Tuesday to answer charges in a graft case against him. The no-show was apparently a legal maneuver by the ex-premier to avoid arrest. The hearing was set by Judge Zafar Iqbal and Khan was required to appear in person to…