Atiqa Odho sparked debate by praising Zahid Ahmed’s character Dil Nawaz in Mirza Ki Heer, saying she’d run away with him over the hero. She also questioned the romance choices and logic in the storyline.
Sindh’s government plans rapid random drug tests for school and college students to tackle growing narcotics use. Officials also expand rehabilitation centres and stress parent-institution cooperation.
WorldA report by Axios says Cuba has obtained more than 300 military drones and discussed possible attacks on US targets, including Guantanamo Bay. Havana rejected the claims, accusing Washington of building a false case for aggression.
CITYTwo police personnel were martyred after a speeding dumper truck hit a parked police van on the M9 Motorway in Karachi, officials said. The dumper driver was taken into custody and legal action was initiated.
NATIONALThe IMF has asked Pakistan to amend the NAB law by January 2027 to improve transparency in the anti-graft body’s leadership and operations. The staff report also outlines timelines for corruption risk assessments, asset declaration reforms and stronger provincial anti-corruption capacity.
NATIONALSardar Muhammad Yousuf has directed the Pakistan Haj Mission to ensure timely transport of Pakistani pilgrims to Mina, Arafat and Muzdalifah. He also ordered advance communication on bus or train travel and deployment of route-aware Murshids.
WorldNepali Sherpa Kami Rita Sherpa has climbed Mount Everest for a record 32nd time, extending the mark he set last year. Nepal’s tourism department said he reached the summit on Sunday while guiding clients.
EducationThe government has decided to install firewalls in public e-libraries across the province, including those in government schools, colleges and universities. The system is intended to limit access to books available in official online libraries and curb piracy.
CITYDumping of garbage, soil and construction debris in Nullah Leh is continuing despite a ban under Section 144, raising flood concerns ahead of the monsoon. Traders and residents in the Ganjmandi area have announced a protest on Friday.
CITYMurree’s municipal authorities have imposed a Rs200 daily tax on hawkers and mobile vendors from July 1, 2026. The civic body has also raised toilet, advertisement, parking, transport and slaughterhouse charges.
SportsNeymar says he feels physically strong and has done all he can to earn a place in Brazil’s World Cup squad. The Santos forward also rejected criticism of his condition after returning from a long injury layoff.
NATIONALThe Islamabad High Court will hear on May 21 a petition over the delay in appointing the Federal Directorate of Education’s director general. The post has remained vacant for three years despite an FPSC recommendation made on March 4, 2026.
