PoliticsKP Chief Minister Muhammad Sohail Afridi welcomed efforts to reduce US-Iran tensions and praised Pakistan’s role in promoting dialogue. He also accused the federal government of withholding funds owed to the province and criticised the continued detention of Imran Khan.
CITYPolice said a wanted suspect allegedly involved in 44 criminal cases was killed in an encounter in Sadar Jaranwala. The man was injured during an exchange of fire and died while being shifted to hospital, police said.
CITYPolice said a man identified as Abdul Razzaq, 40, was allegedly shot dead by his younger brother after a domestic dispute in Chak 250 TDA. The suspect fled, and an investigation is under way.
BusinessFinance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb has departed for the US to attend the World Bank-IMF Spring Meetings 2026 in Washington. His visit also includes meetings with IMF, World Bank, US officials, investors and partner countries.
BusinessKCCI and FCCI have agreed to maintain regular contact and structured engagement to address issues facing businesses. The two chambers discussed energy costs, budget anomalies and the need for coordinated advocacy.
WorldChinese investment in Brazil is increasingly targeting consumers rather than only large infrastructure projects. New commitments from Mixue, GWM and Meituan highlight the shift.
WorldUS inflation accelerated in March to its highest level in four years, driven by higher oil and gasoline prices, while consumer sentiment fell to a record low in early April. The developments have increased political pressure on President Donald Trump ahead of the midterm elections.
NATIONALPunjab has reported over 1.3 million dog-bite cases and more than 2,100 deaths in five years amid a rising stray dog population and vaccine shortages. Official efforts including sterilisation and shelter projects have produced limited results.
BusinessPakistan’s oil industry says the sharp cut in diesel prices could cause inventory losses exceeding Rs100 billion. Industry officials warn the financial hit may strain liquidity, disrupt supply chains and expose flaws in the fuel pricing system.
NATIONALThe Sindh High Court disposed of missing persons petitions after police told the court that six individuals had been traced. Police said those recovered included people who had returned home, one woman who left voluntarily, and another found at an Edhi Home.
LocalPolice in Mirpurkhas have arrested a lecturer accused in the suicide case of a 21-year-old medical student after a nearly two-day sit-in ended. The student’s family has alleged blackmail, harassment and inaction by university authorities.
NATIONALSindh Chief Minister Murad Ali Shah chaired a meeting in Karachi to review MoUs signed after President Asif Ali Zardari’s recent China visit. The session focused on speeding up finalisation and implementation of joint projects across multiple sectors.
