PTI founder’s cousin released from jail

The cousin of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) founder Imran Khan, Qasim Zaman, has been released from Adiala Jail after his detention under Section 3 of the Maintenance of Public Order (MPO) was not extended.

According to his lawyer, Qasim Zaman was released on 6 November 2026.

Sources say progress is also expected regarding the release of Imran Khan’s sisters, Noreen Niazi and Uzma Khanum.

Both women are likely to be released on medical grounds within the next 48 hours, sources say.

Meanwhile, discussions are also underway regarding the possible release of another of Imran Khan’s sisters, Aleema Khanum, according to sources.