NATIONALA Karachi narcotics probe has identified more than 70 suspected dealers allegedly linked to an online drug network centred on Anmol alias Pinky. Investigators are also examining financial transactions, delivery riders and alleged links with police personnel.
CITYThe Karachi Citizens Forum has urged residents to document problems in their neighbourhoods and unite against land misuse and environmental decline. Participants at a consultation warned that unchecked commercialisation and weak enforcement are reshaping residential areas across the city.
NATIONALThe Human Rights Council of Pakistan has condemned the Israeli attack on the Global Sumud Flotilla and the detention of activists, including Saad Edhi. Speaking at a Karachi protest, its chairman urged the UN and the government to act for their release.
WorldOil prices fell nearly 6% on Wednesday after US President Donald Trump said negotiations with Iran were in the final stages. Markets remained alert to supply disruptions in the Middle East, lower US crude inventories and a slow recovery in regional flows.
Treasury and opposition lawmakers briefly set aside political differences to welcome a visiting Chinese parliamentary delegation in parliament. The National Assembly also unanimously adopted a resolution marking 75 years of Pakistan-China diplomatic ties.
NATIONALThe Islamabad High Court has disposed of Bushra Bibi’s petition on family meetings and medical access, sending the matter back to the Adiala Jail superintendent for a fresh decision. In a separate case, the IHC issued notices on pleas seeking an early hearing for Iman Mazari and Hadi Ali Chatha.
WorldIsraeli lawmakers have advanced a bill that could dissolve parliament and trigger early elections. The measure passed a preliminary reading with 110 votes in favour and now moves to committee and further readings.
WorldUN agencies have warned of a $610 million shortfall in life-saving aid for Rohingya refugees in Bangladesh. The appeal covers 1.56 million people, including refugees and vulnerable host communities.
HEALTHHealth Minister Mustafa Kamal told a TB vaccine meeting in Geneva that Pakistan supports global cooperation for the research, development and equitable distribution of tuberculosis vaccines. He said fair access, regional production capacity and integration into health systems are essential.
WorldA £50,000 reward has been announced after attacks on the home and business of Conservative politician Umer Farooq in Hounslow. Police said they are investigating, while the local Labour Party denied any link to the incidents.
NATIONALLawmakers at a parliamentary pre-budget session urged reform of the NFC formula and stronger funding for population stabilisation measures. Participants also called for linking resource allocation to human development indicators and removing tax on contraceptives.
CLIMATE CHANGEA State Bank of Pakistan report says the country has faced climate disasters at rates above global and regional averages and remains highly vulnerable despite contributing only 1pc to global emissions. It warns climate change could significantly reduce GDP by 2050, with agriculture and industry most
