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The Khyber Pakhtunkhwa government has released Rs300 million in funds under the Roshan Peshawar initiative, a provincial programme aimed at upgrading and modernising street lighting infrastructure across the provincial capital. The fund release signals renewed momentum in one of the KP government's flagship urban development schemes.
Pakistan's religious leadership gathered on Friday to reaffirm their collective support for the country's stability and national unity on the first anniversary of 'Marka-e-Haq', a designation applied to a significant national event of the preceding year. Senior clerics and religious scholars from across the country issued statements lauding the unity demonstrated during the period in question and pledging continued support for state institutions and the constitutional order.
The Pakistan Airports Authority has announced plans to introduce electric cart services at major airports across the country, a move aimed at improving passenger mobility within terminals and reducing the carbon footprint of ground-level airport operations. The initiative would deploy battery-powered carts to assist passengers, particularly the elderly, differently-abled travellers, and those in transit, across the landside and airside zones of airports where long walking distances present accessibility challenges.
Construction of the Marka-i-Haq Monument has commenced at Kutchery Chowk, one of Islamabad's central intersections, signalling a new phase of civic commemoration in the capital. The monument, whose name translates broadly to 'Battle of Truth', is understood to be part of a broader effort to embed symbolic public landmarks within the urban fabric of Islamabad.
A digital audit management system has been implemented across 30 government field offices throughout Pakistan, as part of ongoing efforts to modernise public financial oversight and improve accountability in government operations. The system is designed to streamline audit processes, reduce manual documentation, and provide real-time tracking of compliance and financial management at the field level.
The Lahore High Court has issued a significant ruling in a property mutation case, holding that time-barred legal claims cannot be revived by successors of the original claimants, reinforcing the application of limitation law in property disputes. The judgment clarifies an important point of property law that has been the subject of frequent litigation, particularly in cases where heirs attempt to pursue claims that the original parties had allowed to lapse beyond the statutory limitation period.
The Pakistani government has confirmed that spectators will be allowed to attend the HBL Pakistan Super League Season 11 final scheduled for May 3, lifting what had been a restriction on crowd access amid ongoing security assessments. The decision was communicated through official channels and is expected to provide a significant boost to the event's atmosphere and commercial value.
The Makkah Route initiative continued to streamline Hajj travel arrangements for pilgrims departing from Lahore, with flights proceeding without disruption during the latest travel window. The programme, which facilitates pre-clearance of Saudi immigration formalities on Pakistani soil, has significantly reduced procedural burdens for pilgrims upon arrival in the Kingdom.
Pakistan's Under-16 national football team made its historic debut at a UEFA tournament on Saturday, marking the first time a Pakistani youth football side has competed in a European football confederation event. The participation represents a landmark moment for the Pakistan Football Federation and the country's grassroots football development programme.
Rescue teams in Karachi continued their search operation on Saturday for a young boy swept away while swimming in a water supply line, with the operation entering its second consecutive day without recovery. Emergency services and local authorities have deployed divers and surface teams along the channel to locate the child.
Sindh Chief Minister Murad Ali Shah reaffirmed on Friday that the provincial government will honour its commitment to rebuild the Gul Plaza commercial complex, stating that the reconstruction will be completed within two years. The announcement addresses longstanding demands from affected traders and business owners.
The Islamabad High Court has fixed a hearing in the demolition case involving houses in Muslim Colony near the Bari Imam shrine, following petitions filed by residents challenging the legality of the demolition orders. The case touches on the rights of long-standing residents against state-sanctioned urban clearance operations in the capital.
Senior police superintendents reviewed security arrangements at Red Zone checkpoints in Islamabad and issued fresh directives to strengthen protocols at entry and exit points into the most sensitive security zone of the capital. The review, conducted by SPs Tahir and Iqbal, focused on personnel deployment, vehicle screening procedures, and inter-agency coordination.
Authorities have begun disbursing compensation payments to the first batch of traders affected by the Gul Plaza fire, marking an initial step in the rehabilitation of vendors who suffered significant commercial losses in the blaze. The distribution signals the start of a formal relief process following months of pressure from affected business owners.
A Punjab government minister has directed that gated housing communities and private residential schemes be formally incorporated into the Suthra Punjab cleanliness and sanitation programme, extending the initiative's mandate beyond public streets and open municipal areas. The instruction requires private developments to comply with the same waste management and cleanliness standards applied to other urban areas.
Jamaat-e-Islami has announced plans to significantly accelerate its system change movement following the Eid holiday, indicating a renewed push for political and institutional reform through public mobilisation. Party leadership has signalled a series of events and outreach activities are being planned to build momentum after the festive break.
Islamabad Capital Territory Police detained 37 suspects, including one Afghan national, during targeted search operations conducted across various sectors of the capital on Friday. The operations were carried out as part of ongoing efforts to maintain law and order in the city and address concerns about undocumented individuals and criminal elements operating in residential areas.
A citizen has been taken into custody in Islamabad after posting content online likening the Tarnol railway crossing to the Strait of Hormuz — an apparent satirical reference to traffic congestion — with authorities filing a formal FIR over the post. The arrest has drawn immediate commentary from civil society and media observers.
Federal Minister Amir Muqam has reaffirmed that the development of Gilgit-Baltistan remains a top priority for the federal government, pledging continued investment in infrastructure, public services, and economic opportunities for the region. The statement was made during an official address on Friday.
Federal Minister Musadik Malik has called for a transition to evidence-based governance and systemic reform of Pakistan's civil service, arguing that policymaking must be anchored in data and measurable outcomes rather than convention and institutional inertia. The minister made the remarks at a forum focused on public administration and government performance.
A case relating to encroachments in Karachi has been scheduled for hearing before the Federal Court of Criminal Proceedings (FCCP), authorities confirmed on Friday. The listing advances legal proceedings that have been ongoing in relation to illegal constructions and land encroachments in Pakistan's largest city.
Voting is underway in two key Indian states as the country holds regional elections that carry significant implications for the ruling Bharatiya Janata Party's national political standing. Turnout and results in these contests are closely watched as indicators of popular sentiment ahead of future national elections.
The Japan International Cooperation Agency has expanded its technical assistance programme in Faisalabad to help improve the city's water supply system and reduce wastage, according to a statement from the MD of WASA Faisalabad. The JICA-backed initiative focuses on system efficiency improvements, infrastructure upgrades, and capacity building for local water utility staff, aiming to address longstanding challenges of water distribution and non-revenue water loss.
Istehkam-e-Pakistan Party has finalised its electoral strategy for the upcoming Gilgit-Baltistan polls, officially announcing nine candidates who will contest under the party banner. The move marks a significant step in IPP's campaign preparations for what is expected to be a competitive regional election.
Pakistan has issued a formal advisory to its overseas workers regarding Oman's regulations on working hours, signalling the government's intent to keep its large expatriate community in the Gulf informed of host country labour laws. The advisory is aimed at Pakistani nationals employed in Oman across various sectors.
Federal Minister for Science and Technology Khalid Hussain Magsi called on Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif at the Prime Minister's Office in Islamabad. The meeting is understood to have covered matters relating to the ministry's ongoing programmes and the government's broader policy priorities in the science and technology sector.
Paris Saint-Germain edged Bayern Munich 5-4 in a record-breaking UEFA Champions League semi-final first leg, producing one of the highest-scoring matches in the competition's knockout history. The defending champions now carry a slender one-goal advantage into the second leg.
Unidentified assailants shot and killed a man in the Baki Zai area of Kohat district, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa on Wednesday, according to local authorities. Police reached the scene following reports of gunfire and confirmed the victim's death, initiating an investigation to determine the motive and identify the perpetrators.
The Council of Islamic Ideology held a formal session in Islamabad, convening members of the constitutional advisory body to deliberate on matters referred to it under its institutional mandate. The CII serves as Pakistan's constitutionally established body for determining the compatibility of laws with Islamic principles and advises parliament and provincial assemblies accordingly.
The Pakistan Super League's first Eliminator match of the season got underway at Gaddafi Stadium in Lahore, with Hyderabad Kingsmen squaring off against Multan Sultans in a high-stakes knockout encounter. Maaz Sadaqat of the Kingsmen reached a half-century during the contest, providing a key innings in his side's push for survival in the tournament.