The Latest Breaking News from Shehbaz Sharif

The move to reappoint Shehbaz Sharif as prime minister is a likely blow to millions of Pakistanis who voted in last week's elections for independents backed by the country's popular leader Imran Khan.

From Centre ruling out MSP law to PML-N nominating Shehbaz Sharif as Pakistan’s Prime Minister, read a select list of stories from The Hindu to start the day.

The announcement of plans for a coalition government ends the uncertainty since last week when no party won a simple majority in parliamentary elections.

Pakistan's two main political parties that joined forces to oust Imran Khan as prime minister in 2022 said Tuesday they would form a new coalition to rule the country, after an election last week failed to produce a decisive winner.

Rival parties will make Shehbaz Sharif prime minister, despite Khan’s party getting most votes at election

Two of Pakistan's main political parties ruled out any alliances Tuesday after an indecisive election, raising the possibility of a minority government or weeks more of negotiation before a coalition is formed.

Jailed ex-prime minister Imran Khan ruled out an alliance with Pakistan's two largest political parties on Tuesday after his candidates took the most seats in last week's general election.

The February 8 elections in Pakistan have resulted in outcomes atypical of best laid plans. Every calculation of Pakistan army chief General Asim Munir and his “selected” winner Nawaz Sharif, the Pakistan Muslim League (N), has gone askew. The voters’ message was clear - against “selection”.

The three-time PM’s party fell short in the election, as Imran Khan’s candidates emerged on top. What’s next for Sharif?

The US, UK, and EU express concerns about Pakistan's electoral process, urging a probe into reported irregularities.

Results so far show wins for candidates aligned with former PM Imran Khan’s party, followed by PMLN and PPP contenders.