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The Lahore High Court has conditionally suspended the Rs5 million damages order against Meesha Shafi in Ali Zafar’s defamation case, subject to a cash deposit and surety bond. However, the court maintained restrictions barring Shafi from repeating harassment allegations against Zafar.
The Pakistan Stock Exchange rebounded strongly as the KSE-100 Index gained more than 4,000 points intraday, supported by easing oil prices and renewed hopes of a Middle East diplomatic breakthrough. Investors returned to high-dividend shares after last week’s sharp correction.
Altern Energy Limited has ended key agreements with the Government of Pakistan, CPPA-G and SNGPL, closing major contractual links tied to its gas-fired power project. The development comes amid wider efforts to manage Pakistan’s power-sector liabilities and address long-running energy-market pressures.
Peshawar Zalmi defeated Hyderabad Kingsmen by five wickets to win PSL 11, ending a nine-year wait for another title. Aaron Hardie starred with four wickets and an unbeaten half-century in a final that produced major fan reaction across Pakistan.
A seized Iranian vessel and 22 crew members have reportedly been transferred to Pakistan for repatriation after US forces intercepted the ship near the Gulf of Oman. The development comes amid rising tensions over the Strait of Hormuz and growing pressure on regional shipping routes.
A new study has found dangerous lead levels among toddlers in high-risk areas of several Pakistani cities, prompting strong criticism from PTI and fresh concern over child health. The findings have renewed calls for nationwide testing, stricter regulation and urgent action against toxic exposure sources.
Iran says Washington has responded to its latest peace proposal through Pakistan, keeping Islamabad central to efforts aimed at reducing regional tensions. The proposal reportedly focuses on easing conflict, reopening the Strait of Hormuz and addressing the US blockade while leaving nuclear talks for later.
Defence Minister Khawaja Asif alleged that India is using Afghanistan to wage a proxy campaign against Pakistan. His remarks have intensified debate over regional security, militancy and Islamabad’s relations with Kabul and New Delhi.
PSL 11’s closing ceremony dazzled a packed Gaddafi Stadium in Lahore with performances by Ali Azmat, Arif Lohar, Atif Aslam, Aima Baig and others. The event became a major trending moment ahead of the tournament final.
Lahore has again ranked as the world’s most polluted city after recording an AQI of 176, placing its air quality in the unhealthy category. The development has raised fresh concern for children, elderly citizens and people with respiratory conditions.
Chenab River inflow at Head Marala reportedly dropped sharply to 9,000 cusecs, raising concern over Pakistan’s water security and irrigation planning. The decline has renewed debate over India’s upstream handling of river flows and its impact on Pakistan.
Trump is reviewing a new Iranian proposal reportedly delivered through Pakistan as part of efforts to ease regional tensions. The development highlights Islamabad’s mediation role while major differences remain between Washington and Tehran.
