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Every province, Gilgit-Baltistan and the north, from the desk that has covered the country since the paper began.
Chitral civilian polo players reject KPCTA-notified body
The Indigenous Polo Association has also distanced itself from the government-notified body, according to reports.
Supreme Court bars retrospective curbs on time-scale promotions
Court directs PM Office and departments to reopen cases of employees denied promotions under changed policies.
WAPDA buys Diamer Dam land at fraction of value
Affected residents in Gilgit-Baltistan say compensation falls far below market rates and their demands have not been addressed, according to Lok Sujag.
Short-term inflation hits 11.92% on food, energy costs
The Sensitive Price Index rose 0.99 percent week-on-week for the week ending September 24, according to Pakistan Bureau of Statistics data.
NDMA and FFC hold industrial disaster drill in Rahim Yar Khan
Friday's simulation at FFC Goth Machhi tested emergency procedures and inter-agency coordination.
Cleric accused of shielding blasphemy blackmail gang in Pakistan
The Indian Express and The Telegraph report the cleric, previously honoured by an archbishop, is linked to an extortion racket using blasphemy accusations.
PM invites Achakzai for fresh talks on ECP posts
The letter, confirmed by opposition spokesperson Akhunzada Hussain Yousafzai, seeks a meeting and includes consultations on appointments to the Election Commission.
Cop martyred as CTD foils terror plot in Peshawar
A policeman was killed during a Counter-Terrorism Department operation that stopped an attack in Peshawar, according to initial reports by The News and The Express Tribune.
Profile calls 72-year-old Ghulam Ali a living Balti culture treasure
Lok Sujag report describes the Gilgit-Baltistan elder as a keeper of Balti traditions, but full details were not retrievable.
Egypt proposes Karachi-Alexandria sister-city ties at Governor House
Egyptian Ambassador Dr Ehab Abdelhamid raised the proposal during a meeting with Sindh Governor Syed Muhammad Nehal Hashmi, covering tourism, trade, education, youth exchanges and sports.
US consulate in Karachi marks 250 years of American independence
The Freedom 250 reception highlighted growing trade, education and innovation ties, with Sindh leadership in attendance.
Valuation ruling valid until revised, Supreme Court rules
A customs valuation ruling under Section 25A does not lapse after 90 days and remains the applicable value for imported goods until rescinded, modified or replaced.
Massive avalanche filmed on Rakaposhi slopes
A video shared online shows a large snow slide on the mountain in Nagar District, Gilgit-Baltistan, with no immediate reports of casualties.
Dar meets UNGA president, pledges support for multilateralism
Deputy Prime Minister Ishaq Dar also held talks with the foreign ministers of Singapore, Bahrain and Antigua and Barbuda on the sidelines of the 81st UN General Assembly.
Activist tells UN Pakistan misuses terror law in Gilgit-Baltistan
Javed Ahmad Beigh told the UN council in Geneva that activists are being detained and harassed, Indian outlets reported.
Jaishankar calls Pakistan terrorist country at UN
Indian External Affairs Minister made the remark in response to a question from a Pakistani journalist, Indian media reported.
KSE-100 gains 266 points as investors stay cautious
Benchmark index closed at 170,765.22 points, up 0.16 percent after Thursday's fall of 1,733.57 points, with investors wary of Iran-US tensions.
Supreme Court rejects bail for six police officials in custodial death case
SDPO and SHO among those accused in torture and death of Arshad Ali Khorkhani, Daily Times reported.
SMEDA, Daraz plan e-commerce training for SMEs
A Lahore meeting between the two organisations explored curriculum development, capacity building and targeted support for women-led businesses.
Pakistan approves encrypted phones for senior officials after data theft disclosure
The National Cyber Crime Investigation Agency told a Senate panel that call records, travel histories and family data of officials were stolen and sold.
JI chief warns long march may resume over petroleum levy
Addressing a Lahore rally, the JI leader also accused the PPP and PML-N of losing public relevance and relying on Form 47 rather than public support.
PM tells UN Makkah pact not against any country
Shehbaz Sharif says the Saudi-Türkiye-Pakistan defence agreement is a collective commitment to regional stability and peace.
Pakistani Hajj Pilgrims to Submit Medical Certificates Online
The Ministry of Religious Affairs and NITB say pilgrims can upload PMDC-verified fitness forms through the Pak Hajj portal and app.
SBP launches Rs16 billion Pasban Remittance Reward Scheme
Eligible remittance recipients who receive at least $100 monthly for three consecutive months can enter quarterly draws for prizes up to Rs10 crore.
Haramain security a red line, PM tells UN
Shehbaz Sharif condemned Houthi attacks on Saudi Arabia and said the Strait of Hormuz and Bab-el-Mandeb must remain open.
At UNGA, PM Shehbaz calls Hormuz, Bab al-Mandab vital to global economy
He warned that any attempt to stop, impede or divert Pakistan's share of river waters would be treated as an act of war.
Bugti stresses human resource capacity for Balochistan's development
The chief minister made the remarks during a meeting with Institute for Development Studies and Practices head Dr Quratulain Bakhteari.
KPRA team visits Mardan hospitals, seeks financial data
The enforcement team covered multiple registered private hospitals and healthcare centres, though APP did not name them or give a deadline.
Pak Datacom expands satellite bandwidth eightfold in a year
The company now connects about 550 government, financial and corporate institutions as demand for high-capacity connectivity grows.
PTI postpones Islamabad long march to October 4
Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Chief Minister Sohail Afridi says the march will leave Peshawar peacefully despite blockades, while party sources point to October 5.