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The Pakistan Stock Exchange opened on a bullish note Thursday, climbing over 2,100 points in the first half hour. Analysts say investor confidence has strengthened following the passage of the 27th Constitutional Amendment and optimism about upcoming IMF support.

After weeks of unpaid work and furloughs, the longest government shutdown in US history has come to a close. President Donald Trump signed a funding bill following a narrow vote in the House of Representatives, restoring operations across federal agencies.

The National Assembly has passed the 27th Constitutional Amendment with a two-thirds majority, introducing major judicial reforms including the creation of a Federal Constitutional Court and changes to the Judicial Commission. While the government calls it a step toward constitutional stability, opposition parties staged a noisy protest and walked out of the session, warning that the reforms undermine democracy.

The Sri Lanka Cricket Board has instructed its players to continue the ongoing tour of Pakistan, assuring them that security arrangements are being closely monitored with the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB). Despite initial reservations, officials emphasized that player safety remains the top priority.

Through this agreement, KFUEIT assumes complete operational and administrative control of the Centre, which will now offer advanced training in Artificial Intelligence, Web Development, Cybersecurity, Digital Marketing, and E-commerce to empower the youth of South Punjab.

The government has introduced additional amendments to the 27th Constitutional Amendment Bill in the National Assembly, with both treasury and opposition proposals under consideration. The bill is expected to return to the Senate for approval.

During a hearing in the Islamabad High Court, Justice Mohsin Akhtar Kayani raised pointed questions about the jurisdiction and advisory role of the Islamic Ideology Council, noting that the 27th Constitutional Amendment could alter its powers. The case has been adjourned until December 4.

The arrival of tanker MT Albany with one million barrels of West Texas Intermediate crude at Cnergyico’s offshore terminal marks Pakistan’s second U.S. oil import, highlighting diversification away from Middle Eastern suppliers and a new phase in bilateral trade cooperation.

The National Assembly is expected to pass the 27th Constitutional Amendment today under Speaker Ayaz Sadiq’s chairmanship, paving the way for the establishment of Pakistan’s Federal Constitutional Court. Government and opposition amendments are under review before the bill is sent to the Senate and ultimately to the President for assent.

Authorities in Islamabad are investigating the suicide bombing near the district court, citing evidence of coordinated extremist messaging from Afghan social media accounts hours before the attack.