WorldIsraeli forces fired tear gas at Palestinian schoolchildren staging a sit-in in Umm al-Khair after settlers blocked access to their school. The Israeli military said it dispersed an unusual gathering but did not specify whether tear gas was used.
CITYThree people died and 10 others were injured when a passenger van fell into a ravine in Lower Dir. In a separate case, police said a reported Rs7 million robbery in Chakdara was staged by the complainant.
CITYTwo young sisters were killed and a boy was injured after they fell from a motorcycle and came under a passing oil tanker in Karachi’s Nazimabad No 1, police said. The tanker driver was later arrested and the vehicle was taken into custody.
CITYA policeman was abducted and martyred in Hassankhel, the second such incident in 72 hours. In Bannu, police defused explosives, while Section 144 was imposed during the anti-polio campaign.
CITYThe district administration in Sargodha sealed nine shops for violating Punjab government-notified business hours under the smart lockdown policy. Officials said around 95 per cent of traders were complying with the closure timings.
EducationMurree’s administration has intensified monitoring of board examination centres during the ongoing Class IX and X exams. Additional Deputy Commissioner General Kamran Sagheer reviewed exam, staffing and security arrangements at Government Boys High School Murree.
EducationThe PMDC has allowed a one-time reduction in MBBS and BDS merit to fill vacant seats in private colleges after an unusual drop in admissions. Officials and analysts linked the shortfall to rising fees and affordability concerns.
CITYTwo maintenance workers were rescued after collapsing inside a sewer manhole in DHA's X Block, according to Rescue 1122. Both were shifted to a nearby hospital, while authorities said an investigation was under way.
HEALTHOn World Mental Health Day, literary organisations and experts highlighted books as a source of stress relief and emotional balance. They said reading and bibliotherapy can support mental well-being and help communities access simple forms of healing.
Arts & CultureA Senate panel reviewed the performance and funding of major cultural institutions and called for reforms, including stronger representation of arts professionals and higher allocations for PNCA.
CITYResidents in several Rawalpindi Cantonment areas are facing worsening water, sanitation, road and streetlight problems under a caretaker setup. Former board members say the absence of elected representation has left public complaints unaddressed.
EntertainmentCoachella 2026 has opened in Indio with major headline sets, weather-related disruption and several historic performances. Karol G, Justin Bieber and Sabrina Carpenter led a first weekend marked by celebrity appearances and global representation.
