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Security forces kill five terrorists in North Waziristan operation

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif stated operations against Fitna al-Khawarij will continue until complete elimination of terrorism.

NCCIA arrests 39 suspects in Lahore over fake loan app blackmail network

The operation, targeting a private housing society, reveals the use of AI to generate fake obscene images from victims' private data.

Makkah Defense Alliance plans rapid military deployment inside Saudi Arabia

CEC Raja chairs meeting reviewing preparations for local government elections

The commission is actively coordinating preparations across multiple provinces, addressing legislative gaps and delimitation progress.

Paxton admits outside forces controlled his Texas Senate campaign efforts

The admission follows reports of polling data showing Talarico leading Paxton in recent Texas elections.

Pakistan, Turkiye, and Saudi Arabia agree to deploy military forces under Makkah pact

The agreement solidifies a commitment to collective defence, establishing a formal security framework among the three nations.

Virginia Giuffre relatives target Colorado congressman Crank over Epstein files

The criticism follows allegations that Congressman Crank voted to block the release of federal investigative files concerning Jeffrey Epstein.

Bhutto Zardari inaugurates Thar coal unit, boosting power generation capacity

Thar supplies around 14 percent of electricity to the national grid, saving foreign exchange.

Bolsonaro's party secures senate seats as Brazil heads to second election round

The election results confirm the far-right's growing influence, setting the stage for a crucial second-round contest on 25 October.

Mayor Karachi directs setting clear deadlines for city development works

The directives aim to improve project quality and prevent delays across Karachi's ongoing civic infrastructure improvements.

PRA Chairman orders transfers affecting several officers across Punjab regions

The directives detail movements for enforcement and audit staff, impacting key operational units across Punjab.

March for Imran Khan begins in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province

The march is expected to reach Peshawar by Wednesday, following its start in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa.

Maryam Nawaz wins UN-Habitat Award for Punjab's Affordable Housing Scheme

The program aims to provide affordable houses and apartments to eligible residents across Punjab over a period of four and a half years.

Pakistan's government debt rose 340 percent over ten years

By June 2026, the total debt included Rs. 59.4 trillion in domestic debt and Rs. 27.3 trillion in external debt.

Punjab Department Announces 74 School Teaching Intern Positions Across Five Districts

The recruitment covers various roles, including specialist teaching and speech therapy, with applications due by late October 2026.

Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi meets Governor Faisal Karim Kundi discussing security concerns

The meeting highlighted deep disagreements over counterterrorism efforts and the constitutional role of the Governor's House.

NCCIA arrests 36 suspects during Lahore raids on illegal call centers

The operation, which followed a previous raid in Rawalpindi, targeted alleged illegal activities involving foreign citizens.

Talks break down as Imran Khan's meeting and KP security issues stall talks

A signed agreement and implementation plan for counterterrorism operations were expected within 72 hours.

Zardari extends greetings to teachers observing World Teachers’ Day

The observance marks the 60th anniversary of the 1966 ILO/UNESCO Recommendation concerning the Status of Teachers.

PTI regrets talks failure; deadlock centred on Imran Khan's access

The disagreement over Khan's immediate access prevented an agreement, despite discussions on counterterrorism and provincial support.

PTI workers gather at Gandi Chowk for long march demanding Khan's release

Afridi presents seven-point draft demanding PM meetings and rights for Khan

The draft outlines demands covering political meetings, legal rights for detainees, and security coordination between federal and provincial bodies.

Naqvi claims KP government agrees to counterterrorism plan within 72 hours

The failure of recent talks suggests ongoing friction over security cooperation between the federal and provincial governments.

Sindh PAC seeks town-wise records of utility road-cutting fees collected

The committee questioned the expenditure of collected funds, noting that many roads remain unrepaired despite the revenue generated.