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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.

US judge dismisses sexual abuse lawsuit against OpenAI CEO Sam Altman

The judge dismissed the case after Annie Altman refused to undergo an independent medical examination regarding allegations of abuse from 1997 to 2006.

Islamabad High Court replaces Registrar and Inspection Team member

The administrative reshuffle sees Rai Muhammad Khan take over as acting registrar while the court approves new appointments to the Inspection Team.

Lahore High Court rejects father's petition for child custody

The ruling reinforces that a child's welfare and personal wishes outweigh a parent's individual rights during custody disputes.

Supreme Court orders hospital oversight reforms after medical negligence case

The ruling mandates complaint desks and mandatory surgeon supervision to prevent life-threatening errors like retained surgical sponges.

Peshawar High Court issues notice to attorney general over KP emergency

The court's move follows the federal government's imposition of governor's rule in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, which the PTI challenges as unlawful.

Adam Ciongoli to step down as Fox Corp chief legal officer

The executive will transition into a special advisory role through 2028 while Kristopher Jones takes on new reporting lines.

Brazilian court orders Meta to prove AI neutrality before presidential runoff

The ruling follows allegations that the social media giant suppressed content from the incumbent president while promoting rival accounts.

Islamabad High Court issues notices on appeals in barrier-removal terrorism case

The defense argues the Anti-Terrorism Court lacked jurisdiction and failed to provide the accused with copies of the challan or the charges.

US charges former OpenAI employee for planting recording device in meeting room

Prosecutors say Alfozan had support from the Saudi government and faces up to five years in prison for actions that could threaten national security.

Dow University of Health Sciences opens admissions for nursing degree programs

Prospective students can apply online for undergraduate and post-graduate nursing tracks starting in mid-October to secure seats in the healthcare sector.

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.

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.

Supreme Court establishes Legal Aid Cell to assist litigants

A dedicated legal assistant was appointed at the cell to help citizens navigate the court without needing to know which specific branch to contact.

Pakistan Telecommunication Authority clarifies rules for reporting unlawful online content

The regulator outlined specific criteria for complaints to ensure the protection of children from harmful digital environments.

Peshawar Board awards 72 marks to student after court order

The family initially avoided publicizing the case to prevent potential unfair treatment during the student's tenth-grade examination.

Supreme Court allows convict to file petition without surrendering to police

The ruling clarifies that convicts may approach the court directly for appeals if they surrender to the bench rather than to jail authorities.

Court seeks arguments from Shehbaz Sharif's counsel in defamation suit

The legal action involves a Rs10 billion claim against Imran Khan over allegations linked to the Panama Papers controversy.

Bari Weiss becomes editor in chief of Skydance operation in 2025

These leadership changes follow ABC News choosing not to renew the contract of Terry Moran in June 2025.

Lahore High Court extends stay on deportation of Afghan medical students

Lahore High Court strikes down PMDC rule on MDCAT question papers

The court also ordered the council to immediately upload the papers to its official application.

James Austin Johnson portrays Donald Trump in first SNL U.K. crossover

The show also featured a cold open recreating a meeting between U.K. Prime Minister Andy Burnham and Ukraine’s President Zelenskyy.

Opposition parties vow joint struggle against Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa governor's rule

Lawmakers demand constitutional supremacy and free elections as they threaten to resign from assemblies over the removal of the provincial government.

Lahore High Court to hear petition to limit Punjab Basant celebrations

The legal challenge follows a 10-day government announcement and aims to curb noise, pollution, and safety risks after 17 deaths in 2026.