NATIONALChief Minister Maryam Nawaz has approved the establishment of the Asset Management Authority of Punjab to centralise oversight of provincial assets. The body will manage land and other public property, with cabinet oversight on transfer, valuation and management matters.
WorldWildfires across southern Europe have driven thousands from their homes and burned more than 20,000 hectares. In France, a blaze near Perpignan also led authorities to restrict access to a Tour de France stage.
BusinessThe Sindh government and the IFC have agreed to explore cooperation in digital infrastructure, renewable energy, agriculture, healthcare and social sectors. Their talks also covered nursing training and climate-resilient PPP projects.
NATIONALThe Sindh High Court has dismissed a petition challenging the petroleum pricing mechanism, holding that pricing, taxation and fiscal policy fall within the executive and legislature’s domain. The bench said no enforceable fundamental right had been shown to be violated.
CITYKarachi has launched a week-long anti-polio drive targeting 2.5 million children under five. Officials say 11 of 12 environmental samples in the city recently tested negative for poliovirus.
PTI chairman Gohar Ali Khan says the party may reconsider its AJK election boycott if a free political environment is ensured. The party has cited arrests, media restrictions and unrest as reasons for staying out of the July 27 polls.
NATIONALIshaq Dar chaired the fourth SCO Follow-up Committee meeting in Islamabad to review preparations for Pakistan’s 2026-27 chairmanship and the 2027 summit. Officials briefed the meeting on venue, security, logistics and other arrangements.
NATIONALThe federal government has directed that heirs appointed under the Prime Minister's Assistance Package be given regular jobs instead of contract posts. The instruction follows a clarification by the Establishment Division and has been circulated by the FBR for implementation.
NATIONALThe Gilgit-Baltistan election authority has announced re-polling on July 12 at selected polling stations in two Diamer constituencies. The move follows judgments of the GB Supreme Appellate Court.
BusinessThe State Bank of Pakistan has launched InvestPak, a digital portal for retail and corporate investment in government securities. Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb and SBP Governor Jameel Ahmad said the initiative would widen access and support financial inclusion.
NATIONALPakistan has quietly launched mediation efforts between Libya’s rival eastern and western power centres, according to a report. The initiative is said to have begun late last year with US and Saudi awareness and support.
SportsBelgium beat the United States 4-1 in Seattle on Monday to reach the World Cup quarter-finals. The win set up a last-eight clash with Spain and ended the hosts’ run in the tournament.
