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Two police officials were martyred after a speeding dumper collided with a parked police van on the M9 Motorway near Karachi. Police have arrested the driver and started legal action as concerns grow over heavy vehicle accidents in the city.
Islamabad’s first major cricket stadium project has advanced after two construction joint ventures qualified to submit financial bids. The Rs11.4 billion project near D-12 is planned by the CDA and PCB as part of a proposed Olympic Village.
Balochistan officials say 35 terrorists were killed and three commanders arrested in a four-day intelligence-based operation in hills around Quetta. The province has also imposed Section 144 and suspended some train services amid heightened security concerns.
Punjab is expected to see rain and thunderstorms from May 19 to 22 after days of intense heat. Lahore may stay dry in the next 24 hours, while Murree, Galliyat, Kashmir and adjoining areas could receive gusty winds and thunder activity.
A major fire at a factory in Karachi’s Landhi Export Processing Zone was largely brought under control after more than 10 fire brigade vehicles responded. No casualties were immediately reported, while cooling and inspection work was expected to follow.
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif says Pakistan’s global image has improved through its mediation role between Iran and the United States. Islamabad remains hopeful of hosting another round of direct talks aimed at securing long-term regional peace.
Pakistan will celebrate Eidul Azha on May 27 after the Zilhaj moon was sighted on Sunday. The Central Ruet-e-Hilal Committee confirmed that the first day of Zilhaj will fall on May 18.
The Permanent Court of Arbitration has upheld Pakistan’s position that the Indus Waters Treaty remains binding and cannot be suspended unilaterally by India. The ruling strengthens Islamabad’s legal stance in a dispute with major implications for water security, agriculture and regional stability.
Pakistan’s Ruet-i-Hilal Committee met in Karachi to sight the Zilhaj moon, with zonal committees also gathering reports from across the country. The decision will determine whether Eidul Azha is observed on May 27 or a day later.
Motorway police have banned vehicles carrying sacrificial animals from entering motorways ahead of Eidul Azha, citing accident risks and past safety incidents. Punjab and KP police have been asked to assist enforcement near cattle markets and motorway entry points.
Pakistan’s military has strongly rejected remarks by India’s army chief, calling them provocative and dangerous for regional stability. The ISPR warned that any threat to Pakistan’s sovereignty could have consequences beyond borders.
Pakistan has renewed efforts to help revive stalled US-Iran talks, with Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi visiting Tehran for high-level discussions. The move reflects Islamabad’s attempt to prevent further regional escalation and protect Pakistan’s diplomatic and economic interests.
