Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 03:00pm on 21 Aug 2026,Friday International
Pakistan’s former prime minister Imran Khan was taken to the state-run Pakistan Institute of Medical Sciences (PIMS) for a medical examination and returned to Adiala Jail within hours. The Supreme Court had ordered his transfer to Shifa International Hospital, but authorities cited security concerns for changing the facility. Khan’s sister Uzma said he appeared stable but alleged that he told her he was being repeatedly tortured in prison. Authorities did not immediately respond to the allegation. PTI said the hospital change and denial of access to Khan’s personal physician violated the court order and announced plans to file a contempt petition. (PC: The Indian Express)
