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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 fall, Asim Munir’s rise -- and the dangers for India from a dysfunctional Pakistan
December 12, 2025 7:47 am
Pakistan today is not the rival of old; it is a state negotiating with its own contradictions. Recognising that reality — and responding with firmness without agitation — is what will define mature Indian statecraft in the years ahead
Imran Khan's sisters stage sit-in outside jail after being denied meeting with brother
December 09, 2025 10:46 pm
His sisters - Noreen Khan, Aleema Khan and Uzma Khan - went to see him but were stopped from entering the jail premises.
The world this week | Modi-Putin meet, Imran Khan vs Asim Munir and enhanced vetting for H-1B visa
December 06, 2025 8:19 am
From Vladimir Putin’s India visit to Asim Munir becoming Pakistan’s first Chief of Defence Forces, a lot has happened around the world this week – here is a look at some of the key events.
Imran Khan dissolves PTI's political committee amid internal disagreements
December 04, 2025 2:46 pm
Senior PTI leader Asad Qaiser, according to Dawn, said that one of the reasons for dissolving the committee was that its decisions were being leaked, and the proposal for the dissolution had been floated several times and was under consideration.
Imran Khan claims Asim Munir deliberately escalated tensions with Afghanistan to 'please western powers'
December 03, 2025 8:10 pm
The 73-year-old former cricketer-turned-politician made the remarks in a social media post a day after his sister, Dr Uzma Khan, met him at Rawalpindi's Adiala Jail after more than a month following Shehbaz Sharif's government's "special permission".
Imran Khan is in good health, but being mentally tortured says sister Uzma Khanum after meeting him in Adiala jail
December 02, 2025 7:49 pm
PTI supporters are continuing their protest, seeking to know the whereabouts of Khan, who has been behind bars since August 2023.
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 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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