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Pakistan's number of unfrozen glacial lakes increased from 40 to 105 in less than two months as summer warming accelerated glacier melt. Authorities have been advised to maintain preparedness in downstream valleys amid concerns that expanding lakes could raise outburst-flood risks.
A suspected suicide vehicle bombing at the Aman Mela checkpoint in Dera Ismail Khan killed at least 11 people and injured around 30 others. Security forces cordoned off the area while rescue operations and an investigation into the attack continued.
At least 11 people were killed and 18 others received medical assistance after an explosion near an anti-smuggling checkpoint in Darazinda, Dera Ismail Khan. Police and counter-terrorism teams have cordoned off the area and are investigating the nature and cause of the blast.
Women suspects transported between Adiala Jail and Rawalpindi courts were kept in handcuffs for about six to seven hours, prompting protests from lawyers and relatives. Bar representatives say they may seek judicial intervention if the practice continues, while the women described significant difficulties during transport and court appearances.
The Pakistan Consulate in Jeddah has launched an advance appointment system for passport and NADRA identity card services, allowing applicants to choose a date and time before visiting. From October 1, these services will require a prior appointment, with confirmations sent to applicants by mobile phone.
At least five people have been killed and more than 15 critically injured after an oil tanker collided with a passenger coaster on the Mithi-Badin Road in Tharparkar. The passengers were returning from Diplo to Bheel Colony in Naukot, while the injured and deceased were being taken to Civil Hospital Mithi.
The Federal Constitutional Court has introduced a 10-minute limit for lawyers' arguments, using a courtroom stopwatch to signal when allotted time expires. The measure is aimed at speeding up hearings and improving case disposal as the court manages more than 23,000 pending cases.
The Islamabad Model Jail is expected to open next month after roughly 15 years of delays, with authorities ordered to complete all remaining construction and administrative preparations. The facility is intended to provide the federal capital with a dedicated prison and reduce its longstanding reliance on facilities outside Islamabad.
The M-1 Motorway between Swabi and Islamabad has been closed to traffic amid law-and-order measures, disrupting travel toward the federal capital and affecting airport-bound passengers. Other northern road corridors are also facing restrictions, while authorities have not announced a definite reopening time.
The Islamabad High Court has set aside Rs1 million fines imposed on several television channels over alleged hate speech broadcasts during the 2017 Faizabad sit-in. The regulator has been ordered to hear the broadcasters again and issue fresh decisions in accordance with the law.
Pakistan Navy and Pakistan Coast Guards have foiled a major smuggling attempt in Balochistan's Pishukan area, seizing liquor and illegal medicines during a joint intelligence-based operation. The confiscated goods have been handed to the Coast Guards for further legal proceedings as authorities continue coordinated action against illicit trafficking.
Punjab has imposed Section 144 across the province until October 5, banning gatherings of five or more people, rallies, demonstrations, processions and the public display of weapons. Authorities cited intelligence regarding possible threats to public gatherings, while several religious, official and permitted activities remain exempt.
