CITYThe Lahore High Court has given federal and provincial authorities until May 5 to submit replies in a petition seeking removal of large billboards and signboards. The petitioner says the structures remain in place despite a Supreme Court ruling and pose safety risks.
NATIONALRights groups and activists have urged superior courts to uphold the Supreme Court’s 2015 stay against summary evictions of katchi abadis in Islamabad. They said ongoing CDA demolitions violate court orders and threaten the housing rights of low-income residents.
NATIONALBalochistan Chief Minister Sarfraz Bugti and JUI-F leaders have agreed to form a committee over the disputed allotment of chromite mines in Muslim Bagh. The issue had sparked protests and anger among local tribes.
NATIONALRana Sanaullah and Wapda Chairman retired Lt Gen (R) Muhammad Saeed reviewed water and energy projects in Islamabad. They agreed to speed up ongoing schemes and strengthen federal-provincial coordination.
CITYIslamabad bar bodies have stepped up efforts to secure local representation in upcoming Islamabad High Court appointments. The Judicial Commission of Pakistan is expected to consider elevations and possible transfers in the coming weeks.
BusinessThe State Bank of Pakistan says virtual assets have been legalised through the Virtual Assets Act 2026. The new law creates PVARA and sets conditions for banks dealing with licensed virtual asset service providers.
NATIONALPESHAWAR: The KP government has tabled the Kalash Marriage Bill 2026 in the provincial assembly to provide legal recognition to Kalash marriages and customary rites. The proposed law has been sent to a committee for review before final approval.
WorldAt least six Palestinians, including two children, were killed in separate incidents across Gaza on Tuesday, according to Palestinian authorities. An official Gaza report also alleged 2,400 Israeli ceasefire violations since October 2025.
NATIONALVali Nasr says Pakistan has played a key role in facilitating Iran-US talks and helping prevent further escalation. He described the latest 21-hour negotiations as the most substantial direct engagement between Washington and Tehran.
HEALTHSindh reported two more mpox cases on Tuesday, raising the provincial total to 25 this year, with nine deaths recorded so far. Officials said Khairpur remains the hotspot, while authorities have stepped up isolation, surveillance and contact tracing.
NATIONALMQM-P has demanded the immediate release of the judicial commission report on the Gul Plaza fire incident. Dr Farooq Sattar and Advocate Tariq Mansoor said the report should be made public and vowed to pursue the matter in court.
BusinessPakistan is reviewing financing options to strengthen foreign exchange reserves as it seeks to preserve external sector stability. The move comes as authorities work to sustain recent economic stabilisation gains.
