NATIONALA report released under the EU-funded Huqooq-e-Pakistan II project has flagged gaps in oversight, regulation and accountability at selected rehabilitation centres. The study was undertaken by UNDP and NCHR and draws on patient testimonies and legal analysis.
PoliticsThe National Assembly was adjourned again on Tuesday after failing to meet quorum, continuing a pattern seen throughout the current session. The disruption also triggered criticism from PPP lawmaker Sharmila Farooqi over empty treasury benches.
NATIONALSecurity forces killed 22 militants in a sanitisation operation in North Waziristan’s Shewa area, according to the ISPR. The military said the area has been cordoned off and the operation is still under way.
NATIONALEight members of the Pakistan Bar Council have opposed a proposed rule change that would raise the number needed to requisition a council meeting from five to 10. They have asked the Rules Committee to withdraw the amendment and warned of possible legal action.
NATIONALJahangir Khan Tareen says he has quit politics and will now focus on social work in education. Speaking in Lahore, he inaugurated a new computer lab and said his foundation would continue supporting underprivileged students.
WorldNato’s top commander says the alliance is considering how it could help in the Strait of Hormuz, though no formal planning has begun. Meanwhile, President Donald Trump says diplomacy with Iran has only days left if talks fail.
NATIONALThe National Assembly has introduced an AI-enabled parliamentary system as part of a phased move towards paperless proceedings. Speaker Ayaz Sadiq said the initiative would improve efficiency, transparency and legislative support.
WorldNigeria’s military says joint airstrikes with the United States killed 175 Islamic State fighters in the northeast, including Abu Bilal al-Minuki. The military said the strikes also destroyed militant infrastructure and killed other senior ISWAP figures.
NATIONALPakistan and the AIIB have signed a $320.16 million loan agreement for reconstruction and rehabilitation work on key sections of the N-5 highway. Officials said the project will support resilient infrastructure, regional connectivity and economic activity.
SportsAryna Sabalenka enters Roland Garros seeking a first title in Paris after recent defeats in Madrid and Rome raised doubts over her clay-court form. Elena Rybakina, Iga Swiatek, Coco Gauff and Elina Svitolina are among the leading challengers.
SportsFreiburg will face Aston Villa in the Europa League final in Istanbul, chasing the first major trophy in the club's history. Victory would also secure Champions League qualification for the German side.
SportsNeymar has been named in Brazil's squad for next month's World Cup after a long injury-affected absence. Coach Carlo Ancelotti said the forward earned his place on fitness, form and experience.
