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Pakistan warns UN Security Council over Serbia-Kosovo tensions and hydro resource issues

Pakistan urged the EU-facilitated dialogue as the only path to peace following a period of heightened rhetoric and eroded trust in the region.

Islamabad Traffic Police issue diversions for cricket team movements

Commuters are advised to allow an additional 20 to 25 minutes for their journeys as traffic pressure is expected to increase on major roads.

Gunnar Myrdal defines soft state concept amid Pakistan's institutional challenges

Senate approves bill for former lawmakers to keep official blue passports

The amendment allows officials who left office before finishing their terms to retain visa-free access to 55 countries, including 22 in Europe.

Peshawar High Court stops police from arresting Suraiya Bibi

The court also ordered the provisional de-sealing of the official residence of the Pakhtunkhwa Assembly Deputy Speaker following a midnight police raid.

Ali Amin Gandapur rejects loyalty certificates and criticises Salman Akram Raja

The Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Chief Minister accused the Secretary of damaging internal unity and demanded accountability for undemocratic decisions.

Jamaat-e-Islami to launch third protest phase against petroleum levy

The party plans nationwide sit-ins on 23 October to demand lower fuel prices and the removal of the levy despite government attempts to negotiate.

Saudia and Riyadh Air add flights to Pakistan following airport closure

The additional services aim to accommodate passengers stranded by the closure of King Khalid International Airport in Riyadh.

Pakistan government provides 4,000 free Gauth AI subscriptions to students and teachers

The initiative aims to modernize education by providing students with an AI tool that offers step-by-step explanations for complex subjects.

Tariq Fazal Chaudhry attends Korean National Foundation Day reception in Islamabad

Chaudhry highlighted the potential to expand cooperation in technology and infrastructure while discussing a Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement.

Danyal Chaudhry opens Rawalpindi Women’s Business and Lifestyle Expo

The two-day event aims to bolster female entrepreneurship and provide a platform for women to showcase diverse products to a broader market.

Syeda Amna Batool inaugurates YES Summit and Expo at Bahria University

The event aims to foster technological innovation and entrepreneurship through collaborative efforts between universities and national research bodies.

Punjab government approves province-wide Basant festival for March 2027

The government will regulate kite-making at designated locations and introduce safety measures through new legislation to control prices and risks.

Islamabad IGP chairs meetings to overhaul policing and security measures

The IGP also ordered officers to prioritize the welfare of police personnel and improve coordination to provide better facilities for citizens.

Amir Muqam meets Noriko Takagi to discuss Afghan refugee humanitarian concerns

The meeting addressed the need for a structured mechanism to review sensitive cases where individuals face risks if returned to their home country.

Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Governor offers free land for Cadet College

The initiative includes a scholarship program for 50,000 children and a welfare package for the families of security force martyrs.

Pakistan and Maldives discuss security cooperation and illegal immigration in Islamabad

The two nations also discussed mutual assistance to combat human trafficking and organized crime to address common regional challenges.

Pakistan confers honorary doctorate on Maldives President Mohamed Muizzu

The award marks the first visit by a Maldivian head of state to Pakistan in 11 years, coinciding with the 60th anniversary of diplomatic ties.

National Highway Authority to pursue four infrastructure projects under public-private partnership model

The initiative aims to bolster the authority's financial independence while improving connectivity to the Chinese border and religious sites.

Authorities detain PTI MNA Maulana Syed Naseem Ali Shah for 30 days

The lawmaker faces detention under the Maintenance of Public Order Ordinance following allegations of instigating illegal protests and blocking roads.

Shehbaz Sharif approves Auto Policy 2026-31 to boost exports and EVs

University of Karachi offers admission to 3,255 candidates after entrance test

The university lowered passing marks for several disciplines to accommodate a high volume of applicants for the 2026 academic session.

Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa Food Department raises daily wheat release quota to 4,000 metric tonnes

The move follows a court order to compensate for flood damage to provincial grain reserves and ensure steady supplies to flour mills.

Punjab Assembly committee demands records on Lahore Gymkhana Club lease renewal

The probe targets a 1996 lease renewal that kept annual rent at Rs5,000 despite the land's current valuation reaching up to Rs218 billion.