HEALTHHealth officials have reported 255 Leishmania cases in Lower South Waziristan during 2026. Residents have urged the government to improve treatment access, deploy mobile teams and launch spray campaigns.
HEALTHThe Specialised Healthcare and Medical Education Department has issued notices to the heads of three Rawalpindi government hospitals over alleged violations in medicine procurement. The officials have been asked to submit explanations within five days.
NATIONALKP Chief Minister Muhammad Sohail Afridi has ordered officials to prepare an interest-free loan scheme for media startups to support young journalists. He also issued directions on journalist welfare, judicial facilities, child labour, and mining safety.
CITYAllottees in Islamabad’s Sector I-12 have urged the CDA to announce a clear timeline for plot possession and accelerate infrastructure work. They say delays of more than a decade have caused uncertainty and financial strain.
CITYDistrict and sessions courts in Rawalpindi sentenced three convicts in separate murder, attempted murder and drug smuggling cases. The combined punishments included life imprisonment, 28 years in jail and fines totalling Rs1.66 million.
CITYFGEHA has denied reports that Islamabad’s F-12 and G-12 sectors will be launched next month. The authority said both projects remain in the technical stage and no final launch date has been decided.
HEALTHPsychiatrists have warned that heavy digital engagement and brand-focused behaviour among Generation Z are weakening family interaction and affecting wellbeing. They urged greater emphasis on offline activities and in-person connection.
LocalThe Mahandri bridge in Kaghan Valley is facing renewed danger due to rising silt and debris beneath the structure. Residents and tourism operators have urged authorities to clear the stream immediately to prevent damage and disruption.
NewsTourist activity rose sharply in Galiyat and Thandiani during the recent three-day weekend as visitors sought relief from rising temperatures. Authorities reported heavier traffic and high occupancy at hotels, guest houses and restaurants.
NATIONALThe Lahore High Court has sought replies from the health department and other authorities on a petition over rising monkeypox cases. The plea alleges inadequate testing, weak awareness efforts and a lack of transparent data.
CITYTwo young siblings were killed and another child was critically injured after a fire broke out in a scrap warehouse in Gujjarpura’s China Scheme area. Officials said combustible material caused the blaze to spread quickly.
CITYAt least five people were found dead in separate incidents in different parts of Lahore. Police said investigations were under way into each case, including accidental death, a train collision and recovery of unidentified bodies.
