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Pakistan used a UN forum to reject India's claims and warned against turning water into a political weapon. Islamabad said the Indus Waters Treaty cannot be suspended unilaterally and remains legally binding.
Islamabad has called for immediate fuel-saving measures as Middle East tensions deepen and energy security risks rise. The government says reserves are currently adequate but wants federal and provincial authorities ready for emergency planning.
Pakistan has temporarily paused Operation Ghazab-lil-Haq during the Eid period, citing religious considerations and requests from friendly Muslim countries. Officials say the halt is conditional and could be reversed immediately if security threats re-emerge.
Authorities in Balochistan say they foiled a major terror plot by arresting a female suicide bomber in Khuzdar. Officials say the case has exposed broader extremist recruitment networks and prompted renewed focus on de-radicalization.
Field Marshal Asim Munir told ulema in Rawalpindi that Pakistan will not permit violence sparked by events outside the country. He linked religious harmony, counter-extremism and national security, while also renewing pressure on the Afghan Taliban to stop cross-border terrorism.
Sindh has created a three-member panel to review Christian marriage and divorce laws as part of a wider minority rights discussion. The effort could pave the way for legal updates to outdated family-law provisions.
Pakistan has prolonged its airspace ban on Indian planes until April 24, keeping a major aviation restriction in place. The move continues to affect regional flight operations and reflects ongoing bilateral strain.
The information minister says Imran Khan’s sons can travel to Pakistan on NICOP documents without visas. The statement also signals that an Eid-day phone call with their father is expected to be arranged.
A fresh medical board has examined Imran Khan at Adiala jail under Islamabad High Court directions. Its report will guide authorities on whether his treatment should continue in custody or require any further medical action.
Punjab has expanded Eid ul Fitr holidays, creating a longer break for many residents when combined with the weekend and Pakistan Day. The move is part of wider provincial preparations for the upcoming holiday period.
Pakistan has signalled its willingness to mediate between Iran and the United States as regional tensions intensify. The offer highlights Islamabad’s push for diplomacy amid concerns over wider security and economic fallout.
Balochistan has declared March 19 a public holiday, with both public and private institutions directed to remain closed. The move comes as provincial authorities prepare for increased holiday activity ahead of Eid.
