Lawyers, anti-Musharraf parties pile pressure on Pakistan's government May 24, 2008
The return of the judges is "the demand of the people, the lawyers and civil society and the government is bound to bow to it," Khan said as he walked toward his car for the seven-hour drive to the convention in Faisalabad. "People can see for themselves who is aware of their obligations.". (International Herald Tribune -- Arts)
Terms provision inconsistent with articles 17, 25 of Constitution Apr 22, 2008
Muhammad Nasir Mehmood of Faisalabad and Shameer Ahmed of Zaheer Peer, district Rahim Yar Khan, filed the constitutional petition challenging the graduation condition under Article 184-3 of the Constitution. Kamran Murtaza, advocate representing the petitioners, said that the condition of graduation was imposed only on the general elections held in October 2002 through an ordinance amending the Representation of Peoples Act. (Daily Times, Pakistan)
Ask the Bird Folks: A swift nonstop flight lasts a long time Apr 22, 2008
Oh sure, we get tons of letters from Faisalabad and Rawalpindi, Pakistan, but Lahore, not so much. So I don t want to mess things up by being too much of a wise guy, but we ll see how it goes. (Upper Cape Codder, MA)
* Butt, Akmal spearhead Pakistan run blitz Apr 15, 2008
Iqbal, who scored 60 at Faisalabad, hit eight boundaries during his 69-ball knock before his entertaining innings came to an end with a brilliant piece of fielding by Fawad Alam from deep point ... Butt followed his 76 in Pakistans seven-wicket win in the second match at Faisalabad on Friday with his fifth one-day hundred, sharing a 151-run partnership with Akmal for the first wicket after Pakistan won the toss and decided to bat. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
* Gangulys gutsy 87 gives India the advantage Apr 13, 2008
PAKISTAN V BANGLADESH AFP, FAISALABAD, Pakistan Pakistan relied on an entertaining half-century by Salman Butt to beat Bangladesh by seven wickets on Duckworth-Lewis method in a rain-hit second day-night international on Friday. The left-handed opener cracked a 72-ball 76 to help Pakistan reach 160-3 with 10 balls to spare, chasing a revised target of 158 in 25 overs after two hours play was lost because of rain which soaked the ground at Iqbal Stadium. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
Pakistan's Malik says lowly opponents better then no; Commandos deployed to protect South African team's security; West Indies win toss, bowl first against Sri Lanka Apr 11, 2008
They play the second one-day match on Friday in Faisalabad after the visitors were thumped by 152 runs in Tuesday's opening match. "Playing cricket against any side is better than not playing any at all. Every type of match, every series is important for us," Malik told a news conference. (International Herald Tribune -- Sports)
* Pakistan pulverize Bangladesh Apr 10, 2008
The second match will be played at Faisalabad tomorrow. This story has been viewed 199 times. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
Pakistan pulverise Bdesh Apr 9, 2008
The second match will be played at Faisalabad on Friday. AFP. (iAfrica.com)
No place for Shoaib and Asif in Pakistan one-day squad Mar 30, 2008
Bangladesh will play in Lahore, Faisalabad, Lahore, Multan and Karachi. Squad. (International Herald Tribune)
A 500KV power transmission line near Muzaffargarh tripped because of an overload on Tuesday, resulting in a major power breakdown in several cities including Lahore and Islamabad Mar 26, 2008
The supply of power to Islamabad was restored by 10am, to Lahore by 2:30pm and to Faisalabad and other cities by 3:15pm, he said. Munawar Baseer said that total load on the system was very high 8,652 megawatts on Tuesday, and 8,400 megawatts on Monday because of which the line tripped. (Daily Times, Pakistan)
Bangladesh to tour Pakistan next month to play 5 one-day matches Mar 24, 2008
April 11: Second one-day international at Faisalabad. April 13: Third one-day international at Lahore. (International Herald Tribune -- Sports)
Indian spy convict 'faces death' Mar 17, 2008
Mr Singh was convicted in 1991 of spying and carrying out four bombings which killed 14 people the year before in the Pakistani cities of Lahore and Faisalabad. Political pressure. (BBC News)
Pakistan's generals come down hard Mar 8, 2008
A new confrontation brewsCell numbers two and three in Rawalpindi's Adiala Jail and a special cell in Faisalabad Jail are earmarked for those "war on terror" inmates who have been sentenced to death. Cell number two holds prisoners from the Pakistan Air Force convicted for their involvement in an attack on Musharraf in 2004 in Rawalpindi. (Asia Times Online)
Musharraf rejects prisoner plea Mar 6, 2008
Singh was sentenced to death on four counts in 1991 for each of the four bombings, which took place in the cities of Lahore and Faisalabad. The case received wide publicity in India and the government has come under tremendous political pressure to intervene. (BBC News)
Cinema chill thaws between India, Pakistan Mar 3, 2008
Everybody who saw it when it was screened at the International Film Festival of India (IFFI) in Goa this year appreciated it. So, we thought of bringing it to India through legitimate channels," Ashok Ahuja, director, acquisition and distribution, Percept Picture Company, told IANS. The company is hopeful that the movie will get a good response from the Indian audience, not only because it is well made but also because the theme on which it is based is relevant to contemporary society. The... (Hindustan Times)
Sharon Man Convicted of Immigration Fraud Feb 29, 2008
Moreover, he repeatedly asserted that, during that period of time, he had served as an Imam at a mosque in Faisalabad, Pakistan. MASOOD also lied about a prior arrest, which was material to the Immigration Service. (PR Newswire)
Waterboarded Guantanamo prisoner gets lawyer Feb 27, 2008
The session is the first known meeting between a defense attorney and the captive -- who once ran a paramilitary training camp in Afghanistan -- since his March 28, 2002, capture in a firefight at an alleged al Qaeda safe house in Faisalabad, Pakistan. Read the complete Miami Herald story at http://www. (Anchorage Daily News)
Many Pakistanis 'still missing' Feb 26, 2008
"The most recent are two young men, Abdullah and Shaban, who were kidnapped from their homes in Faisalabad on 30 January. "They were taken away by security personnel without charge, and the local police refuse to register their families' complaints. " Mr Khawaja and his organisation have pioneered the fight to locate the missing people of Pakistan. Most of the people are said to be suspects or related to people involved in alleged terrorist activities. "The entire movement against Musharraf was... (BBC News -- South Asia)
Rana Farooq from Faisalabad and Syed Akhunzada Chittan from Bajaur Agency joined the PPPP in a meeting with Zardari on Friday Feb 23, 2008
Daily Times - Leading News Resource of Pakistan. Saturday, February 23, 2008. (Daily Times, Pakistan)
Pakistanis fearful, resolute as nation votes today Feb 18, 2008
Last week, an estimated 10,000 of the party's supporters gathered at a stadium in the eastern city of Faisalabad for a rally. Despite stifling heat, the crowd remained boisterous as Zardari, fist in the air, led a chant calling for his party to take a two-thirds majority in Parliament and oust Musharraf. (Boston Globe)
Pakistani election sparks little enthusiasm Feb 16, 2008
Mohammed Sadiq, 65, a retired factory worker, walked 18 miles from his village to the city Faisalabad for a campaign rally by Bhutto's husband, who has taken over the helm of the opposition Pakistan People's Party. "If she can sacrifice her life for us, why can't we do it for her?" Sadiq said. (MSNBC -- International)
Pakistan Braces for Election Trouble Feb 16, 2008
An opposition Pakistan People's Party rally in Faisalabad on Thursday was marred by televised ticker-tape warnings that a suspected suicide bomber had entered the city, discouraging attendance. It was to have been one of the PPP's largest campaign events, attended by Asif Zardari, husband of slain former Prime Minister Benazir Bhutto. (Time.com)
Pakistani official taped saying vote will be rigged Feb 15, 2008
FAISALABAD, Pakistani A prominent U.S.-based human rights group Friday released what it said was a recording of Pakistan's attorney general acknowledging that next week's national elections would be "massively" rigged. Human Rights Watch said a journalist made the recording during a telephone interview with Attorney General Malik Qayyum when Qayyum took a second call without disconnecting the first, allowing his end of the second conversation to be overheard and recorded. (Anchorage Daily News)
Bhutto widower warns on election Feb 15, 2008
Thousands of PPP supporters attended Thursday's rally in the city of Faisalabad in Punjab. PPP supporters hope to avenge Ms Bhutto's death at the ballot box. (BBC News -- South Asia)
Musharraf vows to crush protests Feb 15, 2008
Shortly after the president spoke, Bhutto's husband Asif Ali Zardari addressed at least 20 000 Pakistan People's Party supporters amid heavy security at a rally in the industrial city of Faisalabad. We are not afraid. (iAfrica.com)
PPP co-chairman asks party workers to vote in Pakistan election Feb 15, 2008
Addressing a party rally in Faisalabad, Punjab Province, on Thursday, Zardari said "(Benizar Bhutto) is spiritually, emotionally with us," and he called on people to vote for her name. Meanwhile, Pakistan's President Pervez Musharraf has pledged on Thursday that next week's election will be free and fair and on time, but warned that any protest against the result would not be tolerated. (Xinhuanet, China)
Musharraf warns opposition parties Feb 14, 2008
Protected by bullet-proof glass Zardari told supporters in Faisalabad that Pakistan had been turned into "a hell" during the past eight years. "On February 18, you will have to choose between those who have broken Pakistan or those who can save it," he told a crowd of around 6,000 in the industrial city in central Punjab province. (International Herald Tribune -- Business)
Bhutto's legacy propels Pakistan People's Party ahead of election Feb 14, 2008
The PPP is planning to hold a massive rally in Faisalabad today to build on its momentum. Recent polls have underlined the commanding lead that the PPP has taken ahead of Monday's election. (Christian Science Monitor)
Protests if fraud mars Pakistan polls Feb 14, 2008
On Thursday, Zardari will address a campaign rally under tight security in Faisalabad, where he hopes to win more supporters with his late wife's messages of democracy, economic reform, and a strong stance against Islamic militancy. "Spiritually, emotionally, she is with us. She is still leading the election campaign. (People) will come to vote for her name, for her," he said. (iAfrica.com)
More Top Stories Asia Pacific Headlines Feb 14, 2008
FAISALABAD, Pakistan (AFP) - Thousands of supporters of slain opposition leader Benazir Bhutto gathered in Pakistan's political heartland on Thursday for her party's last major rally ahead of key elections. The meeting in the central industrial city of Faisalabad came as the third survey in a week showed President Pervez Musharraf's popularity plummeting, with most Pakistanis saying he was an obstacle to stability ... "It is likely that the Faisalabad gathering will be the last big PPP meeting... (Yahoo! Asia News)
PCB pledges 'man-to-man security' for Australia tour Feb 8, 2008
Cricket Australia has already expressed concern over the proposed tour schedule, emailing PCB officials yesterday to say they had "issues" with the venues in Karachi, Lahore, Multan and Faisalabad. CA chairman Creagh O'Connor will write to his Pakistani counterpart, Dr Nasim Ashraf, within days to outline his worries. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Sport)
Security fears limit Pakistan tour Feb 7, 2008
Karachi, Lahore, Multan and Faisalabad have been named as host cities for the proposed March-April tour, which is under threat because of security concerns. A senior PCB official said other venues, including Peshawar, Sheikhupura and Hyderabad, had not been proposed. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Sport)
No decision yet on Pakistan cricket tour Feb 7, 2008
The PCB says the proposed March-April tour will take place in Karachi, Lahore, Multan and Faisalabad. But with a national election looming on February 18, Cricket Australia (CA) is continuing to monitor the security situation and is refusing to cut short its exhaustive evaluation process. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Sport)
Zardari to Start Campaign as Mourning for Bhutto Ends (Update1) Feb 7, 2008
Zardari, 51, who is leading the party in parliamentary elections scheduled for Feb. 18, will hold public rallies in Lahore and Faisalabad in the eastern Punjab province during his nine-day election campaign, Dhoki said. Thousands of Bhutto's supporters are offering prayers today at her grave in the family's ancestral village of Garhi Khuda Baksh in southern Pakistan, Aaj television reported. (Bloomberg)
* Pakistan overwhelm Zimbabweans Feb 1, 2008
AFP, FAISALABAD, PAKISTAN Friday, Feb 01, 2008, Page 22. Pakistani bowler Kamran Hussain appeals against Zimbabwe's Hamilton Masakadza, unseen, during the fourth one-day international between Pakistan and Zimbabwe in Faisalabad on Wednesday. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- Business)
Pakistan stroll to fourth straight win Jan 31, 2008
FAISALABAD: An unbeaten century from Mohammad Yousuf and captain Shoaib Malik s superb all round show led Pakistan to a seven-wicket win over Zimbabwe in the fourth one-day international at Iqbal Stadium yesterday. Yousuf (108 not out) and Malik (88) put on 141 for the third wicket to power Pakistan to 245 for three in 47 overs in reply to Zimbabwe s 244 all out. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- Sports)
Cricket: Error may have spared India player Jan 31, 2008
The Pakistani attorney general has described as unjustified the ban imposed on six cricketers by the national cricket board for joining the rebel Indian Cricket League, Reuters reported from Faisalabad, Pakistan. Malik Mohammad Qayyum told the Geo television channel Wednesday that the ban went against the fundamental rights of a citizen of Pakistan. (International Herald Tribune -- Sports)
Cricket: Pakistan beats Zimbabwe by 7 wickets Jan 31, 2008
FAISALABAD, Pakistan - Scoreboard on Wednesday at the end of fourth limited-overs international between Pakistan and Zimbabwe at Iqbal Stadium. Zimbabwe Innings. (International Herald Tribune -- Sports)
Malik takes three wickets as Pakistan restricts Zimbabwe to 244 in fourth one-dayer Jan 30, 2008
FAISALABAD, Pakistan (AP): Pakistan captain Shoaib Malik took three wickets as Zimbabwe was bowled out for 244 in the fourth limited-overs international Wednesday. The match was noteworthy for Pakistan _ having already clinched the five-match series with three straight wins _ surpassing India's for having played the most one-day internationals. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- News)
Afridi propels Pakistan to series triumph against Zimbabwe Jan 28, 2008
The fourth match of the series will be played at Faisalabad on Jan. 30, followed by the fifth game at Sheikhupura on Feb. 2. Pakistan vs. Zimbabwe Scoreboard. (International Herald Tribune -- Sports)
International genome project launched Jan 24, 2008
From Mehboob-ur-Rahman, NIBGE Faisalabad Pakistan In this project, please illustrate the criteria of selecting the 1000 people. 23 Jan, 2008. (Nature News Service)
Red alert... Dec 28, 2007
The armed forces would undertake flag marches through the districts, which include Lahore, Multan, Rawalpindi, Dera Ghazi Khan, Faisalabad and Bahawalpur. In a brief televised address to the nation, Pakistan President Pervez Musharraf said that terrorists were responsible for the suicide attack on Bhutto's rally in Rawalpindi that left 30 people dead and close to 50 others injured. (The Drudge Report)
Assassination casts doubt over Zimbabwe tour Dec 28, 2007
Zimbabwe play their first ODI in Hyderabad, another city particularly badly hit by a night of rioting; they are also scheduled to spend considerable time in Karachi, before playing in Multan, Faisalabad and Sheikhupura. Clouding the matter further is the fate of the general elections, which were scheduled to be held on January 8, days before the tourists arrive. (CricInfo.com)
Former CM alleges a former provincial minister printing fake ballot papers Dec 26, 2007
LAHORE/FAISALABAD: Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) President Shahbaz Sharif has warned that polling stations would be besieged if the elections are rigged ... According to the channel, he told this to reporters before leaving for Faisalabad ... Later, while addressing a public gathering in Faisalabad, Shahbaz said the PML-N would account for all looted wealth from the national exchequer after coming to power. (Daily Times, Pakistan)
China deepens businessties with Pakistan Dec 19, 2007
Pakistan is to establish separate industrial zones for Chinese investors in Lahore and Faisalabad, both in Punjab province. The provincial government is taking its own steps to welcome their northern neighbours, establishing a link with the chief minister's offices for the convenience of Chinese investors to ease hurdles and establish a favorable atmosphere. (Asia Times Online)
* Election campaign begins in Pakistan Dec 11, 2007
The two-time prime minister will travel to the cities of Faisalabad, Multan, Rawalpindi, Quetta, Karachi and Peshawar in the coming days, ul-Farooq said. "We will sweep the elections if given a level playing field," he said. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
Bangladesh buries teenage war hero with state honours Dec 11, 2007
Supporters of Pakistan's former prime minister Nawaz Sharif attend an election rally in Faisalabad December 10, 2007. Pakistan's dominant party published its election manifesto on Monday a day after its rival. (AlertNet)
Pak on verge of destruction: Sharif Dec 11, 2007
Sharif, kicking off his party's campaign with a speech to 10,000 people in the eastern city of Faisalabad, claimed Musharraf has brought the country to the ''verge of destruction'' with his push to stay in power. Election authorities rejected Sharif's candidacy due to convictions on charges relating to alleged corruption and the 1999 coup. (NDTV.com)
Pakistan Election Campaign Heats Up Dec 10, 2007
The two-time prime minister was to address a rally Monday in the central city of Faisalabad and proceed to Multan, Rawalpindi, Quetta, Karachi and Peshawar in the coming days, party officials said. "We will sweep the elections if given a level playing field," said Sadiq ul-Farooq, a senior party leader. (Mattoon Journal-Gazette, IL)
Sharif's party to contest Pakistan's elections, other members of opposition to decide later Dec 10, 2007
Raja Zafarul Haq, chairman of Sharif's PML-N party, said Sharif will start trying to mobilize the masses by visiting Faisalabad, Karachi and other parts of the country in the coming days. "This is the most effective way to pressure this government; to restore judges, restore the Constitution," Haq said. (North County Times)
Complete weather forecast Dec 7, 2007
Jackson, MS 39201 Last Updated: 12/07/07 07:45:24 EDT. C) Relative Humidity: 74% Barometer: 30. (The Clarion-Ledger)
'Goal' 1st Indian film to get simultaneous release in Pak Nov 24, 2007
In Pakistan the film releases with 12 prints across Karachi, Lahore, Hyderabad, Rawalpindi, Multan, Faisalabad, Gujranwala. The release of 'Goal' in Pakistani theatres makes it the fifth Indian film and the second mainstream film, after the Emraan Hashmi-starrer 'Awarapan', to secure a theatrical release in Pakistan. (Daily News & Analysis)
Pakistan officials free more dissidents Nov 22, 2007
Despite the conciliatory moves from the government, police officers clubbed dozens of journalists yesterday during street protests in Faisalabad and Quetta against media restrictions imposed by emergency rule. The protesters chanted "Musharraf, we do not accept your laws" and "Long live the freedom of journalism.". (Boston Globe)
Cricketer among 5,634 freed in Pakistan Nov 22, 2007
Dozens of policemen swung batons and fired tear gas to prevent journalists from rallying in the eastern city of Faisalabad against curbs on the media. Police were also in action in the southwestern city of Quetta, where 25 journalists were detained after a street rally during which they chanted "Musharraf, we do not accept your laws," and "Long live the freedom of journalism.". (MSNBC -- International)
Official: Musharraf to Step Down As Army Chief... Nov 22, 2007
Despite Wednesday's conciliatory moves, baton-wielding policemen attacked dozens of journalists in the cities of Faisalabad and Quetta when they staged street rallies chanting "Musharraf, we do not accept your laws," and "Long live the freedom of journalism.". Musharraf justified the imposition of emergency rule by citing escalating danger posed by Islamist extremism. (Fox News)
More Pakistani dissidents let go as Musharraf aide says leader preparing to give up army post Nov 22, 2007
Despite the conciliatory moves from the government, policemen clubbed dozens of journalists Wednesday during street protests in Faisalabad and Quetta against media restrictions imposed by emergency rule. The protesters chanted "Musharraf, we do not accept your laws" and "Long live the freedom of journalism.". (North County Times)
PPP to take legal action against elements defaming BB Nov 15, 2007
FAISALABAD/KARACHI: Hundreds of Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) activists, including Punjab President Shah Mehmood Qureshi and former member of the National Assembly (MNA) Syeda Abida Hussain, were arrested on Wednesday. Shah Mehmood was arrested when he reached Faisalabad from Okara with the PPPs long-march rally, Online reported. (Daily Times, Pakistan)
Pakistan arrests hundreds Nov 7, 2007
"If the nation does not rise against the blunder of this general, then the very existence of the country is at stake, and democracy and human rights will be gone," Rana Sana Ullah Khan, an opposition politician and lawyer in Faisalabad, Pakistan's third-largest city, said in a telephone interview Sunday. He said police carried out at least 150 overnight raids in Faisalabad, arresting nearly 100 lawyers and opposition figures, but those like him who had so far evaded the sweep were planning to... (Chicago Tribune)
U.S. urges Pakistan to restore civilian rule Nov 5, 2007
The round-up, which started Saturday night, continued Monday morning with 205 lawyers taken into custody in Faisalabad, a city in Punjab province. Another 30 lawyers were arrested in Islamabad and Rawalpindi as they gathered for a demonstration, police said. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- More)
Musharraf Imposes Emergency Rule in Pakistan, Closes Court in Snub to Bush Nov 4, 2007
A suicide bomber on a motorcycle attacked a Pakistan Air Force bus, killing at least eight people and wounding 4 others near the industrial city of Faisalabad. More than 450 people have been killed in bombings since security forces stormed the Red Mosque in Islamabad in July, ending a challenge to the government by clerics seeking to impose Islamic law in the capital. (Bloomberg -- Europe)
Seven PAF officers among 11 dead in suicide attack Nov 2, 2007
SARGODHA, Nov 1: A suicide bomber rammed his motorcycle into a PAF bus, killing seven officers of the Pakistan Air Force and three civilians on the Faisalabad Road on Thursday morning. Twenty-eight people suffered injuries. (Pakistan Dawn)
At long last, the big stage is all Stuart MacGill's - if only hecan hobble onto it Oct 25, 2007
" MacGill was in solid form before having surgery, taking four wickets in two unofficial Tests on Australia A's tour of Pakistan. Combative as ever, the 36-year-old leg spinner was fined 50 per cent of his match fee for abusive language during the first unofficial Test in Faisalabad, suggesting that, should he prove fit, Australian audiences could be in for a summer of heated competition and aggression. MacGill has twice played Test matches against the Sri Lankans, and both times in tandem with... (Sydney Morning Herald -- Sport)
* Pakistan upstage Proteas to claim 2-1 lead in series Oct 25, 2007
AFP, FAISALABAD, PAKISTAN Thursday, Oct 25, 2007, Page 19. Pakistan's Mohammad Yousuf keeps his eyes on the ball after playing a shot during the third one-day international match between Pakistan and South Africa at the Iqbal Stadium in Faisalabad, Pakistan, on Tuesday. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
* Pakistan bowlers restrict South Africa to 197 Oct 24, 2007
AFP, FAISALABAD, PAKISTAN Wednesday, Oct 24, 2007, Page 20. Pakistan's Rao Iftikhar, center, tries to catch out South African captain Graeme Smith, right, in their third day-night international match at the Iqbal Stadium in Faisalabad, Pakistan, yesterday. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
Yousuf guides team to victory Oct 24, 2007
FAISALABAD (Pakistan): Another splendid innings from Mohammad Yousuf led Pakistan to a six-wicket win over South Africa in the third one-dayer at the Iqbal stadium yesterday. Yousuf followed up scores of 53 and 117 with an unbeaten 58 as Pakistan reached their target of 198 with 11 balls to spare to take a 2-1 lead in the five-match series. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- Sports)
