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WWF-Pakistan says the Amazon sailfin catfish, an invasive aquarium species, is spreading in Sindh and Lower Punjab and could undermine native biodiversity and fisheries. The group warned that once such species establish widely, control becomes extremely difficult and the ecological and economic fallout can be severe.
Karachi saw widespread reports of celebratory aerial firing as 2026 began, with at least 25 people injured, including women and children. Police said 56 suspects were arrested and warned the practice would be prosecuted strictly, including under attempted-murder provisions.
Pakistan Navy says it successfully fired an FM-90(N) ER missile during a drill in the North Arabian Sea. Rear Admiral Abdul Munib oversaw the event and hailed the crew’s performance.
Punjab has greenlit a three-day Basant festival in early February under tight safety rules. Authorities will track kites and strings via QR codes and ban dangerous materials. Courts have asked the government to report on safeguards as preparations move ahead.
Security forces conducted an intelligence-led raid in Kalat, killing 12 militants ISPR says were India-backed. Weapons and explosives were seized as follow-up actions continued.
Punjab reinstates Basant with strict conditions to curb deadly string use. Parents face liability for minors, and non-cotton thread is banned with steep penalties. Vendors and manufacturers will be registered and tracked via QR codes.
Sindh suspended several municipal and local officials after a toddler died in an uncovered manhole. A police committee will investigate and fix responsibility. The BRT project denies any role as KMC’s report points to contributing factors.
The military reported seven militants killed in two operations in North Waziristan, with weapons seized and follow-up searches under ‘Azm-e-Istehkam’ continuing amid a broader uptick in violence.
Gunmen ambushed the convoy of North Waziristan’s assistant commissioner in Bannu, killing four including two policemen. The KP chief minister ordered a report as security forces launched a manhunt.
NADRA verified that the three suicide bombers behind the Peshawar FC HQ attack were Afghan nationals. Investigators have questioned over 100 suspects, reviewed CCTV footage and collected forensic evidence while hunting facilitators.
Police say three suicide bombers were neutralised after attacking the FC Headquarters in Peshawar. Three FC personnel were martyred and several people were injured; leaders condemned the assault.
Sindh has told government staff to personally pay e-challans incurred in official cars amid frequent traffic violations. New speed limits on Sharea Faisal will be enforced through automated cameras.
