PoliticsLaw Minister Azam Nazeer Tarar says any constitutional amendment will proceed only after coalition consensus. He says there are currently no signs of a 28th Amendment and that consultations with allies and stakeholders will come first.
PESHAWARThe Police Peace Committee in Bannu has announced Operation Revenge of the Martyrs amid rising militant violence. The committee said action would continue with full force and called for public support to restore peace.
NATIONALThe Central Ruet-e-Hilal Committee will meet in Karachi on Sunday to sight the Zil Hajj moon. If the crescent is seen, Eid ul Adha will be observed on May 27; otherwise, it will fall on May 28.
WorldUS Congressman Jack Bergman has thanked Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and Field Marshal Asim Munir for Pakistan’s role in US-Iran peace efforts. He described Islamabad’s contribution as indispensable and an example of true statesmanship.
WorldTens of thousands joined separate marches in London on Saturday, with one rally opposing high immigration and another backing Palestinians on Nakba Day. Police deployed 4,000 officers and said 11 arrests had been made shortly after the protests began.
SportsLitton Das hit 126 to rescue Bangladesh from 116-6 and take them to 278 on day one of the second Test in Sylhet. Pakistan were 21-0 at stumps in reply after choosing to bowl first.
SportsA security dispute over the Rome derby disrupted Serie A's Champions League run-in, while AC Milan head to Genoa under mounting pressure after a steep drop in form. Roma and Milan are level on points as the top-four race tightens.
WorldTurkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan said Israel’s 'provocations' must end before genuine peace can be built in the Middle East. He also spoke about NATO, the EU, the Organisation of Turkic States and defence talks with the US.
SportsRobert Lewandowski has said he will leave Barcelona this summer after four seasons at the club. The Polish striker scored 119 goals in 191 games and helped Barca win three La Liga titles and the Copa del Rey.
SportsSouth Korea coach Hong Myung-bo has backed Son Heung-min to regain form at his fourth World Cup after naming him in the 26-man squad. Hong also warned that adapting to Guadalajara's altitude will be important for his side.
NATIONALThe NDMA has forecast a steady rise in temperatures across Pakistan from May 18, with scattered rain, thunderstorms and isolated hailstorms expected in several regions. Punjab, KP, Balochistan, Gilgit-Baltistan and AJK may see storm activity, while Sindh is expected to stay hot and dry.
WorldThe UAE says its withdrawal from OPEC and OPEC+ was a sovereign strategic decision based on production policy and future capabilities. Energy Minister Suhail Al Mazrouei said the move was not politically motivated and did not reflect divisions with partners.
