Gilani names new ISI chief; Pasha retires Mar 18

Pakistan Prime Minister Yousuf Raza Gilani on Friday appointed Lt Gen Zahirul Islam as the new chief of spy agency Inter Services Intelligence, reports stated on Friday.

Incumbent Lt Gen Ahmed Shuja Pasha is set to retire on March 18, reports added.

The appointment of Islam, the Karachi Corps Commander, puts to rest rumours regarding whether Pasha's tenure would be extended.

More to follow.

Image: Lt Gen Zahirul Islam