NATIONALAn exhibition at Islamabad Museum is displaying antiquities repatriated from the United States after being intercepted in illicit trafficking networks. Officials said the return reflects growing cooperation on heritage protection.
NATIONALTribal elders in Mohmand have offered to mediate between Pakistan and Afghanistan through the jirga system amid rising border tensions. Officials said consultations with stakeholders would begin soon on a coordinated peace initiative.
HEALTHThe KP health department has sought more funds to provide free cochlear implants to about 1,000 children under Sehat Card Plus. Officials said the move is aimed at clearing a waiting list dominated by children in the ideal age bracket for the procedure.
NATIONALSenior RSS leader Dattatreya Hosabale and former Indian army chief Manoj Mukund Naravane have supported keeping dialogue open with Pakistan. Their remarks come amid strained ties and limited formal engagement between the two countries.
SportsEngland have dropped Zak Crawley for the first Test against New Zealand at Lord’s, with Emilio Gay among three uncapped players in the squad. Ollie Robinson and Rehan Ahmed have also returned, while Marcus North has been appointed national selector.
SportsIndia and Afghanistan have confirmed participation in the Central Asian Men’s Volleyball Championship in Lahore from July 3 to 10, according to PVF chairman Chaudhry Mohammad Yaqoob. The PVF also announced its 2026 calendar and raised concerns over PSB funding and NOC delays.
PoliticsLaw Minister Barrister Aqeel Malik says claims that a possible 28th Amendment would roll back the 18th Amendment are false. PPP and PTI leaders also weighed in during a televised discussion on the issue.
NATIONALIslamabad authorities have introduced a lighter school bags policy for private schools and ordered stricter enforcement against unregistered institutions and fee violations. Separately, officials moved to remove copies of a banned O-level Pakistan Studies book still being sold in the market.
SportsPunjab has announced plans to build 1,000 school playfields and award monthly scholarships to 1,000 talented students through inter-school competitions. Officials also said a grassroots talent hunt programme and equal sports facilities for girls would be introduced.
NATIONALScott Ritter has praised Pakistan’s diplomatic role in regional tensions involving Iran and the United States. He said Pakistan’s leadership deserved international recognition for its mediation efforts.
SportsAtletico Madrid beat Osasuna 2-1 to consolidate fourth place in La Liga, while Real Betis secured a Champions League berth with a 2-1 win over Elche. Betis have qualified for Europe’s top club competition for the first time since 2005-06.
WorldBelgium and Turkey have signed nine defence agreements during a four-day economic mission led by Belgium’s Queen Mathilde. Belgian Defence Minister Theo Francken also voiced support for closer cooperation, including possible drone purchases under EU rules.
