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The Lahore High Court has granted bail to Saad‑ur‑Rehman, better known as Ducky Bhai, in a case linked to the promotion of gambling apps. He has been ordered to submit bail bonds worth Rs 1 million.

Militants launched a deadly assault on the Federal Constabulary Headquarters in Peshawar’s Saddar area on Monday morning, killing three FC personnel and injuring several others. Police say a suicide bomber detonated explosives at the main gate, followed by two armed attackers who were shot dead in a gun battle. Officials confirmed that the attackers’ plan to take hostages was foiled, while Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi and Chief Minister Sohail Afridi praised the swift response of security forces and vowed to strengthen…

Speaking at the Saudi Investment Forum, Elon Musk declared humanoid robots the “greatest invention” of modern times. He predicted that within two decades, work and money will fundamentally change, with employment becoming a choice rather than a necessity.

Senior politician Fawad Chaudhry has urged Islamabad and Rawalpindi to engage positively with Sohail Afridi, arguing that constructive dialogue could help stabilize Pakistan’s political environment. He emphasized Afridi’s balanced approach, the importance of constitutional pathways, and the need to move toward Imran Khan’s release.

Polling has begun across Pakistan for six National Assembly and seven Punjab Assembly constituencies. According to administration officials, more than 2,700 polling stations have been set up, with tight security arrangements in place. Key contests are expected in Haripur, Faisalabad, and Dera Ghazi Khan, where prominent party candidates face strong competition.

International media, including BBC Urdu, report that President Volodymyr Zelensky has warned Ukraine may face its hardest choices yet under Washington’s proposed peace plan. The leaked draft suggests concessions on territory, military strength, and NATO membership, raising fears that Kyiv could lose either its sovereignty or its most vital ally.

Pakistan Shaheens booked their place in the Asia Cup Rising Stars final after defeating Sri Lanka A by 5 runs in Doha. Ghazi Ghori’s unbeaten 39 and Saad Masood’s all‑round performance guided the team to a tense victory, setting up a title clash against Bangladesh A tomorrow.

Senior journalist Ajmal Jami has suggested that while the trial of former intelligence chief Faiz Hameed is complete, the decision on its outcome remains pending. He noted that the political impact could extend to Imran Khan, raising questions about whether a military trial will be linked to him.

The Oval Office meeting between President Donald Trump and New York’s mayor‑elect Zahran Mamdani surprised observers worldwide. Reported by BBC Urdu, the encounter shifted from expected confrontation to cooperation, raising questions about how political rivals adapt when faced with public pressure.

Defence Minister Khawaja Asif has reignited debate over military accountability by declaring that former Army Chief General (Retd.) Qamar Javed Bajwa should face a court martial for his role in the 2018 political landscape. While Asif’s remarks were fiery, senior journalist Muneeb Farooq argues that Pakistan’s civil–military power balance makes such accountability virtually impossible, leaving Bajwa’s legacy shielded by institutional protection and political realities.