WorldA 5.2-magnitude earthquake in China’s Guangxi region killed two people, caused 13 buildings to collapse and left one person missing. State media said more than 7,000 people were evacuated as rescue efforts continued.
CITYPolice in Tandlianwala have booked six people over the drowning of a four-year-old girl after her mother alleged she was thrown into a manhole. The FIR says the act was linked to a property dispute involving the child’s family.
HEALTHA district-wide screening campaign in Pakpattan detected six HIV cases, all among jail inmates, along with Hepatitis B, Hepatitis C and tuberculosis cases. More than 7,300 people were screened at seven sites from May 13 to 16.
SportsPakistan will host the Billie Jean King Cup for the first time from Oct 19 to 25, with 10 Asian women’s teams set to compete. PTF president Aisam-ul-Haq said the event would provide a major platform for Pakistani players and highlight women’s empowerment.
NATIONALPolice in Lahore have registered a case after unidentified motorcyclists allegedly opened fire at the DHA residence of Supreme Court lawyer Balakh Sher Khosa. In the FIR, he said the attackers tried to force entry, fired at the main gate and issued life threats.
NATIONALSecurity forces killed 35 militants and arrested three commanders during a four-day operation in the hills near Quetta, according to the Balochistan government. The province has also imposed Section 144, while Pakistan Railways suspended some train services for two days.
CITYFour police constables have been arrested in Lahore’s Kot Lakhpat area after a citizen alleged he was kidnapped, robbed and tortured in collusion with two transgender suspects. The case was registered on the complaint of a Kasur resident.
BusinessPakistan’s textile industry may need to import 7.2 million cotton bales in 2026-27 as domestic output is projected to decline to 6.94 million bales against consumption of 14.15 million. Industry representatives have also urged tax relief in the upcoming budget.
NATIONALPolice in Nowshera have advised ANP leader Mian Iftikhar Hussain to restrict his movement and strengthen personal security amid the prevailing security situation in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. The advisory includes hiring private guards and coordinating with law enforcement before public appearances.
CITYSindh Senior Minister Sharjeel Inam Memon says Shahrah-i-Bhutto will be opened to the public on May 23 and inaugurated by Bilawal Bhutto Zardari. He also reviewed progress on the BRT Red Line and said utility issues were being resolved in phases.
PoliticsThe Grand Democratic Alliance has accused the Sindh government of failing to curb narcotics and called for action against drug dealers and their alleged patrons. The alliance also raised concerns over local government, administrative reforms and merit in public institutions.
NATIONALPeshawar-based parliamentary leaders are set to meet in the KP Assembly over the suspension of wheat supply from Punjab and the prolonged closure of CNG stations. Provincial leaders have termed both issues unconstitutional and warned of shortages and disruption.
