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Ali Jafri has publicly alleged that he was abducted, assaulted, threatened and blackmailed in Karachi's Defence area after being taken from a gaming-related meeting. Police have arrested suspects in the case, while the viral footage and Jafri's account have intensified public attention as investigators continue examining the evidence.
Pakistan has rejected India's assertions regarding the status and mapping of Jammu and Kashmir, reiterating that the territory remains an internationally recognised dispute and citing relevant UN resolutions. The renewed exchange follows debate over a UN-backed world map initiative and puts fresh diplomatic focus on one of the central unresolved issues between Pakistan and India.
Khyber Pakhtunkhwa police have created a specialised UAV division to counter militants increasingly using drones for surveillance, explosive delivery and coordinated attacks. The force is expanding anti-drone systems, trained aerial teams and real-time monitoring capabilities, with district-level units planned for high-risk areas.
Pakistan has condemned the reported demolition of a century-old mosque in Saharanpur, India, with the Foreign Office describing the incident as a serious threat to Islamic religious and cultural heritage. Islamabad urged the international community to take notice and called for protection of the fundamental religious freedoms and heritage of minority communities.
PTI leader and former federal minister Hammad Azhar has reportedly been arrested in Multan over cases linked to the May 9, 2023 unrest and transferred for further proceedings. PTI condemned the reported detention, while some senior police officials said they had not received formal confirmation, leaving his precise custody status subject to further official clarification.
KP Chief Minister Sohail Afridi has accused the Sindh government of obstructing his journey to Karachi and vowed to complete the visit despite restrictions. Karachi police have warned against unauthorised gatherings around Mazar-e-Quaid as PTI continues its Sindh mobilisation ahead of the September 27 nationwide protest.
A government committee has proposed creating a 27-member elected assembly and an elected chief executive for Islamabad, alongside a territorial administration responsible for major public services. The federal government would retain control of law and order and master planning, while substantial CDA and municipal functions could shift to the new Islamabad government if the proposal is approved and legislated.
Pakistan and seven Arab and Islamic states have jointly rejected calls and proposals to forcibly displace Palestinians from Gaza, warning that such measures would violate international law and threaten regional stability. The countries reaffirmed support for a two-state solution and urged the UN Security Council to oppose attempts to change the demographic or geographic status of Palestinian territory.
Ishaq Dar and Saudi Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan have discussed implementation of understandings reached under the Makkah Defence Alliance. The talks followed the alliance's first strategic political and defence committee meeting in Istanbul and included regional developments and cooperation at multilateral forums.
PTI leader and former federal minister Hammad Azhar has been arrested in Multan in connection with cases stemming from the May 9, 2023 unrest and transferred to Lahore Police. Police sources say he had been declared a proclaimed offender, bringing a prominent PTI figure back into active legal proceedings over the violence.
Atif Aslam has compared Coke Studio Pakistan with Coke Studio Bharat, saying the Pakistani platform benefits from stronger musical roots, originality and a collaborative creative process. The singer acknowledged good compositions on both sides while arguing that commercial considerations play a larger role in the Indian edition.
Pakistan's fisheries exports have reached a record $570 million, with the Marine Fisheries Department saying renewed European market confidence has supported the sector's growth. Officials believe exports could eventually reach $3 billion if Pakistan expands value-added seafood production and maintains international market access.
