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BISP, UN Women and WFP sign pact to empower Pakistani women

The pact includes establishing a Gender-Responsive Social Protection Working Group and conducting assessments of 12 Nashonuma facilitation centres.

Four Canadian military members die in Alberta base fire

The fire broke out during high-intensity combat training with live munitions and left at least 19 people in critical condition.

Pakistan and Saudi Arabia review progress on Makkah Joint Defence Agreement

The meeting reinforces a 2025 strategic pact where an attack on one of the three signatory nations is viewed as an attack on all.

Internal power struggle over mining wealth fuels unrest in northern Afghanistan

The conflict stems from a domestic rivalry between the Kandahari leadership and the Haqqani Network over control of the country's vast mineral wealth.

Australian politician Helen Haines critically ill after car strike in Victoria

Punjab government opens applications for next phase of Honhaar Scholarship Program

The scholarship is open to students with a Punjab domicile and no age or gender restrictions, provided they meet specific income and merit criteria.

International Islamic University Islamabad opens admissions for language and certificate courses

The university offers discounted rates for current and former students to gain proficiency in languages like Chinese and Persian.

Wajiha Qamar meets UN World Food Programme to boost girls' education

The meeting aims to use school meal initiatives to improve nutritional health and increase educational participation for children in Pakistan.

Mohsin Naqvi highlights Pakistan's role in regional peace at Doha forum

The Interior Minister underscored Pakistan's mediation efforts between Iran and the United States as part of a broader regional security strategy.

Dr Rajeh Tami Albugamy meets Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir at GHQ

The meeting follows the recent signing of a joint defence alliance between Pakistan, Saudi Arabia, and Turkiye to bolster regional security.

Pakistan Interior Minister urges patience for US-Iran peace in Doha

Naqvi highlighted the need for sustained trust as regional tensions persist despite ongoing drone interceptions and maritime security concerns.

Punjab government to conduct school census for 2026–27 academic year

The provincial government will train thousands of educators and officials to prepare for the data collection across 38,000 schools.

Pakistan Institute of Management launches professional diploma programs in Lahore

The new courses offer specialised training in project management and supply chains to help professionals enhance their career skills.

Shehbaz Sharif orders accelerated FBR reforms and faceless tax rollout

The move aims to widen the tax base and eliminate corruption through a technological overhaul and a new peer rating system for officials.

Senator Muhammad Aurangzeb chairs meeting on Pakistan gas sector restructuring roadmap

The roadmap addresses circular debt and cross-subsidies while drawing on international experiences from Türkiye and the United Kingdom.

Sindh High Court quashes most censorship cuts for film Ghost School

The ruling allows filmmakers to preserve creative content after the provincial board demanded the removal of specific dialogue and scenes.

Lahore Safari Park opens Pakistan's first giraffe café for visitors

The new facility allows guests to interact with the animals while enjoying refreshments as part of a broader park renovation.

Defence seeks IHC stay on trial of Imaan Mazari and Hadi Ali Chatha

The appeal argues that the Anti-Terrorism Court lacked jurisdiction because the accused were not physically present when charges were framed.

Rawalpindi Ring Road to open to traffic in coming weeks

The road will improve regional connectivity, reduce heavy traffic, and provide easier access to Islamabad International Airport for travelers.

Punjab Police officers to undergo high-level anti-money laundering training in China

The programme aims to bolster security against illicit fund movements and precious mineral smuggling used to finance terrorism.

Shehbaz Sharif launches Gauth AI partnership to provide free subscriptions

The initiative aims to bolster the Daanish schools program by integrating advanced AI tools for students and educators across the country.

SECP launches investigation into SE Fruits initial public offering

The probe aims to identify procedural lapses and ensure investors receive accurate data to bolster transparency in Pakistan's capital markets.

England and Wales Cricket Board issues 39 men's central contracts

The ECB becomes the primary employer for these players and will pay most or all of their salaries.

Punjab animal exports rise 43 percent as livestock card scheme expands

The provincial government aims to attract Rs65 billion in private investment to modernise the meat value chain and boost rural incomes.