Pakistan

A 20-year-old female student at the University of Lahore’s Pharmacy Department is fighting for her life in the ICU after allegedly attempting suicide by jumping from the second floor of a university building. The incident, which caused widespread protests, has led to the temporary suspension of all academic activities.

Qawwal Faraz Khan is facing legal charges under multiple sections of the Pakistan Penal Code after he allegedly performed a song associated with 'Prisoner 804' during a government-sponsored music and cultural night at Shalimar Bagh, Lahore.

Legal expert Reema Omer discussed the prevailing political dynamics in Pakistan, suggesting that the inability of mainstream opposition parties to compete with the widespread popularity of PTI and its leader, Imran Khan, has compelled them to align with the establishment as a counter-strategy.

In a searing analysis published in Roznama Dunya, veteran columnist Ayaz Amir argues that the political discourse in Pakistan is entirely overshadowed by former Prime Minister Imran Khan, a phenomenon he terms 'Zikr-e-Imran.' He contends that sustained attempts by the powerful circles to suppress Khan have inadvertently strengthened his popular appeal, leaving the current administration paralyzed and suffering from a debilitating 'phobia.'

The Bannu region witnessed a severe surge in violence as four police personnel, including a traffic police in-charge, were martyred in two separate ambush attacks by unidentified motorcyclists in Lakki Marwat and Bannu within four hours.

The Chief Minister of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa addressed the Pakistan Medical Association’s (PMA) conference, emphasizing that the provincial government is the only one in Pakistan providing 100% free healthcare. He announced a substantial budget increase for nutrition and reiterated the ongoing political struggle to dismantle the dual system of justice for the rich and poor.

Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar held significant telephonic discussions with the Foreign Ministers of Saudi Arabia and the UAE regarding the evolving situation in the Middle East. Pakistan has strongly endorsed the path of dialogue and diplomacy, welcoming recent efforts aimed at stability, particularly concerning the conflict in Yemen.

The Pakistan Air Force has announced the successful flight test of the locally manufactured Taimoor Air-Launched Cruise Missile, a system reportedly capable of striking targets up to 600 kilometers away. The achievement was hailed by the nation's leadership as a crucial step towards defense self-reliance.

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has reportedly withdrawn any condition aiming to exclude PTI founder Imran Khan from the political process, confirming that the government is open to unconditional dialogue. However, the premier’s political adviser, Rana Sanaullah, indicated that the main obstacle now rests with Imran Khan’s alleged unwillingness to engage.

Rawalpindi police are investigating a complex case where a 20-year-old girl went missing, leading to a Rs 20 million ransom demand, only for immigration authorities to confirm she voluntarily traveled to Dubai.