WorldGaza's health ministry said an Israeli strike killed three Palestinians, including a child, in Deir al Balah on Monday. The Israeli military confirmed an air strike as violence continued despite an October ceasefire.
WorldVenezuela's earthquake death toll has risen to more than 1,700, according to top lawmaker Jorge Rodriguez. Authorities said thousands were injured as rescue teams continued operations after an aftershock near Caracas.
NATIONALPlanning Minister Ahsan Iqbal says unchecked population growth is undermining Pakistan’s economic and social progress. He called for urgent national reforms while speaking at the launch of an IPRI study.
NATIONALPakistan and Italy have signed a concessional loan agreement worth around Rs6.3 billion to support agricultural skills development and vocational education. The project will be implemented under Pakistan's TVET National Reform Programme.
NATIONALThe Supreme Court has returned appeals by Imran Khan and Bushra Bibi against an IHC order in the £190 million case after objections from the registrar’s office. Their counsel has challenged the view that the matter should go to the Federal Constitutional Court.
CITYA police constable was shot dead in Bannu after armed attackers intercepted his rickshaw near Lora Bridge, police said. A search operation was launched after the assailants fled.
NATIONALAn Islamabad court has issued non-bailable arrest warrants for KP Chief Minister Sohail Afridi after he failed to appear in a case under PECA. The court also directed authorities to arrest him and present him before the judge.
NATIONALAJK has presented a Rs286 billion budget for 2026-27, with Rs36 billion set aside for development spending. The plan includes education, health, policing, infrastructure, agriculture and youth support initiatives.
WorldThe European Commission has warned the Netherlands that its rail slot allocation rules may breach EU antitrust law. Brussels said the current system could favour state-owned NS and hurt competition in international passenger services.
WorldSix adults were killed in a shooting at a shelter for mothers and children in Stade near Hamburg, police said. Three people were detained, including the suspected shooter, while authorities said there was no ongoing threat to the public.
LocalSeven members of a family were hospitalised in the Chitti Masjid area after reportedly eating leftover food. Rescue 1122 said the patients were shifted to THQ Hospital Kahror Pakka.
CITYPolice in Faisalabad have arrested a man accused of beating his wife to death after a domestic dispute in Buchiana. The victim, Nida, 30, was a mother of four.
