NATIONALThe Peshawar High Court has ruled that the Supreme Court’s decision striking down Rule 10(4) will apply prospectively. It said those whose right to appointment had accrued before Sept 26, 2024, would still be entitled to consideration.
CITYKhyber Pakhtunkhwa police have supplied modern surveillance and combat equipment to Bannu police, including SKUA devices, thermal weapon sights, night-vision devices, quadcopters and anti-drone guns. The police chief said meeting Bannu’s operational needs is a top priority.
EducationThe University of Gwadar vice chancellor, pro-vice chancellor, another employee and their driver returned home on Sunday after being missing for around 10 days. Officials said they had been freed in Mastung.
HEALTHA modern laboratory has been inaugurated at Bacha Khan Medical Complex MTI Swabi, with officials saying it will expand diagnostic services. The facility includes a blood bank, microbiology section and other advanced testing capabilities.
NATIONALBara Bazaar and Tirah markets in Khyber tribal district remain under economic strain, with traders citing unemployment, displacement, damaged infrastructure and poor civic services. Local business leaders have urged the government to provide relief, reconstruction and interest-free loans.
NATIONALA centuries-old gurdwara in Makhdoom Pur Pahoran, Khanewal, continues to reflect Sikh spiritual heritage and the town’s history of interfaith harmony. Locals say pilgrims from Pakistan and abroad still visit the site linked to Guru Nanak Dev Ji.
CITYKarachi authorities have begun a crackdown on illegal cattle markets and roadside animal sales ahead of Eidul Azha. Officials said arrests have been made, FIRs registered and monitoring teams deployed in affected areas.
CITYThe Hyderabad Development Authority has announced action against commercial defaulters over unpaid government dues. It warned that NOCs of major properties could be cancelled before Eidul Azha if liabilities are not cleared.
EnvironmentSindh Chief Minister Murad Ali Shah said the markhor represents Pakistan’s national pride, heritage and identity. In his World Markhor Day message, he called for sustained efforts to protect the species from hunting, climate change and habitat loss.
PoliticsFormer senator Lashkari Raisani has condemned the merger of Mastung with Quetta and Kachhi with Sibi. Speaking in Quetta, he said the move would be resisted through constitutional, legal and democratic means.
NATIONALLivestock markets across Khyber Pakhtunkhwa saw heavy Eidul Azha trading on Sunday, especially in Peshawar, where buyers also complained of high transaction charges and rising prices. In Charsadda, however, traders reported slower business amid inflation and weak purchasing power.
BusinessKARACHI: The PSX opened the week with a sharp gain as the KSE-100 index rose 2,870 points in early trade. The move came alongside lower oil prices and hopes of progress in US-Iran talks.
