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Imran Khan
Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf
DOB
05 Oct 1952
Age
73 years
birth palce
Lahore
profession
Politician
Imran Khan biography
Imran Khan, born on October 5, 1952, is a Pakistani politician who served as the 22nd Prime Minister of Pakistan from 2018 to 2022. A former cricketer and philanthropist, Khan is the founder and chairman of the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) political party.
Born into a Pashtun family in Lahore, Pakistan, Khan grew up playing cricket and excelled in the sport. He made his international cricket debut in 1971 and went on to become a legendary all-rounder, captaining Pakistan to victory in the 1992 Cricket World Cup.
In 1996, Khan founded the PTI, a political party advocating for a welfare state and an end to corruption. He campaigned on a platform of anti-corruption and social justice, gaining popularity among the Pakistani public.
In the 2018 general elections, the PTI emerged as the largest party, and Khan was elected Prime Minister. He promised to create a "New Pakistan" based on transparency, accountability, and social justice. Khan's tenure as Prime Minister was marked by both successes and challenges. He initiated various reforms aimed at improving the economy, healthcare, and education. However, he also faced criticism for his handling of the economy, foreign policy, and alleged human rights abuses.
Pakistan's economy faced significant challenges during Khan's tenure. The country's external debt increased, and the currency depreciated. Khan's government implemented various economic measures, including an International Monetary Fund (IMF) bailout package, but the economic situation remained fragile.
In April 2022, Khan faced a no-confidence vote in the National Assembly. The vote was initially dismissed by the Deputy Speaker, but the Supreme Court intervened and ordered a resumption of the proceedings. Khan lost the no-confidence vote and was removed from office.
Khan has been in jail since August 5, when he was arrested due to a conviction in the Toshakhana corruption case. In September, he was shifted from the Attock prison to Adiala jail.
The 71-year-old has been incarcerated in the high-security jail in Rawalpindi since September 26 in various cases. One of the cases against him is the Al-Qadir Trust case which is about the settlement of 190 million pounds, about Rs 50 billion, which the UK’s National Crime Agency sent to Pakistan after recovering the amount from a Pakistani property tycoon.
Khan, being the prime minister then, instead of allegedly depositing in the national treasury, allowed the businessman to use the amount to partly settle a fine of about Rs 450 billion imposed by the Supreme Court some years ago. The tycoon, in return, allegedly gifted about 57 acres of land to a trust set up by Khan and Bushra Bibi to establish the Al-Qadir University in the Sohawa area of the Jhelum district of Punjab.
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Imran Khan personal life
IMRAN KHAN NEWS
Imran Khan's son expresses concern over his well-being: 'Something irreversible'
December 01, 2025 5:27 pm
Imran Khan, a former Pakistani Prime Minister, has been in jail since August 2023, serving a 14-year sentence on several corruption charges.
Imran Khan's son demands govt to present proof that jailed former Pakistan PM is alive
November 29, 2025 3:54 pm
Khan's three sisters, the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) activists and Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Chief Minister Sohail Afridi have been camping outside the Adiala Jail for the last few days pressurising the Shehbaz Sharif government to allow his family members to meet him.
Imran's sister files petition in Islamabad HC for not being allowed to meet Pak's jailed former PM
November 28, 2025 3:30 pm
Aleema Khan filed the petition in the presence of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Chief Minister Sohail Afridi and other leaders of the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI).
'No proof of life': Imran Khan's son says Pak ex-PM in 'death cell', urges global community to intervene
November 28, 2025 10:46 am
Imran Khan has been in jail since August 2023 and faces multiple cases, including corruption and terrorism charges, following his removal from office through a no-confidence vote in April 2022.
Imran Khan in good health, say Adiala officials; Khawaja Asif says Pakistan ex-PM has better food than in 5-star hotels
November 27, 2025 2:59 pm
Adiala jail has denied rumours of Imran Khan's transfer from Adiala jail. They also said he is in good health, enjoying food and comforts better than that provided in five-star hotels.
Imran Khan's sister 'manhandled', 'violently detained' outside Adiala jail in Pakistan, claims PTI
November 19, 2025 10:00 am
Narrating the incident that took place outside Adiala jail in Rawalpindi, Noreen, in another video shared by PTI, said she was grabbed by her hair and forced down to the ground by women police officers.
Imran Khan calls acting comeback after 15 years a 'natural progression': 'I've been through a divorce...'
November 16, 2025 9:35 am
In a recent interview, actor Imran Khan opened up about his film Break Ke Baad and making an acting comeback after 15 long years.
Imran Khan slams Army chief Munir for turning Pakistan into 'hard state' through force
October 22, 2025 8:43 pm
The 73-year-old former cricketer-turned-politician has been in jail for over two years in multiple cases.
Rohit Sharma will be 40 in 2027, same as Imran Khan in 1992; selectors shouldn't have fast-tracked Shubman Gill
October 11, 2025 7:29 am
He built the team, won them trophies, and read the game like few could. Rohit Sharma did not deserve the unceremonious demotion from One-Day International captaincy.
Imran Khan's challenge that made Sunil Gavaskar extend his career to play Pakistan in India
September 28, 2025 11:52 am
Imran Khan was named the Player of the series for his all-round performance as he picked up eight wickets from five games and also managed to score 324 runs at an average of 64.80
IMRAN KHAN PHOTOS
In pictures | Thousands defy lockdown in Pakistan, demand Imran Khan’s release
November 25, 2024 10:59 pm
Protesters also reported injuries, alleging the use of expired tear gas shells and rubber bullets by security forces.
Imran Khan survives assasination bid during rally
November 04, 2022 8:17 am
Protests on streets of Pakistan after Imran Khan disqualified from Parliament
October 22, 2022 12:57 pm
Kartarpur ready to welcome Sikh pilgrims: Pak PM Imran Khan shares pictures
November 04, 2019 6:58 am
Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan shared some of the pictures of the Kartarpur complex and Gurdwara Darbar Sahib, saying the revered venue is ready to welcome the Sikhs pilgrims for the 550th birth anniversary celebrations of Guru Nanak.
Azadi March: Pakistan PM Imran Khan faces resignation calls over economic hardships
November 02, 2019 11:46 am
Azadi March reaches Islamabad: Protesters are calling for the resignation of Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan over "economic hardships".
Celeb spotting: Kriti Sanon, Kartik Aaryan, Rakul Preet and others
June 05, 2019 6:14 pm
Dia Mirza, Kartik Aaryan, Rakul Preet, Kriti Sanon, Ishaan Khattar, Janhvi Kapoor, Malaika Arora, Imran Khan and a few others were clicked by our photographer in Mumbai today.
The name is Khan, Imran Khan
August 03, 2018 6:37 am
His crowning glory was to drive Pakistan to its first and only Cricket World Cup triumph in 1992.
Revealed: Alia Bhatt, Aryan Khan, Hrithik Roshan's REAL film debuts, see pics
November 15, 2016 10:07 am
Alia Bhatt, Hrithik Roshan, Aryan Khan, Shahid Kapoor and Imran Khan made their debuts as child actors and you will be transfixed by just how adorable they looked.
John Abraham, Ayushmann Khurrana, Lauren Gottlieb at GQ Best Dressed Men 2016
June 03, 2016 6:37 pm
John Abraham, Ayushmann Khurrana, Imran Khan among others stunned everyone with their looks and appearances at this year's GQ Best Dressed Men Awards 2016.
IMRAN KHAN VIDEOS
Eye for Detail 15: The importance of Kartarpur corridor, Implant Files and the Maratha reservation
June 22, 2020 6:09 pm
This week we look at the importance of the Kartarpur corridor between India and Pakistan, why you should pay attention to the revelations from Implant Files and what the Maratha reservation could lead to.
The significance of Kartarpur corridor: News in Numbers
June 22, 2020 6:09 pm
A look at what the Kartarpur corridor means to Indian Sikh pilgrims, on the day Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan is scheduled to do a groundbreaking ceremony.
India gives a strong response to Pakistan PM Imran Khan's tweet on Kashmir
June 22, 2020 6:13 pm
I have been portrayed as a Bollywood villain by Indian media. I want peace: Imran Khan on India
June 22, 2020 6:20 pm
With victory moments away, Imran Khan made a speech to the people of Pakistan. Among other things, he talked about his views on ties with India.
Imran Khan says Pakistan attack could have been 'much worse'
January 21, 2016 12:37 pm
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