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Pakistan has increased petrol by 77 paisa to Rs342.79 per litre while cutting high-speed diesel by Rs1.03 to Rs370.41 per litre, effective September 1. The one-day revision comes under the government's more frequent petroleum pricing mechanism as international oil markets remain volatile.
Pakistan is participating prominently at LEAP 2026 in Riyadh through a dedicated technology pavilion, with IT Minister Shaza Fatima Khawaja joining discussions on artificial intelligence, cloud computing and wider digital cooperation. Pakistani companies are seeking international investment, partnerships and new market opportunities during the four-day global technology event.
National Assembly and Senate health committees have challenged aspects of the investigation into the PIMS fire that killed 14 infants in Islamabad, citing incomplete CCTV footage, disputed casualty details and serious fire-safety concerns. Lawmakers are seeking a more comprehensive technical probe as criminal action, regulatory scrutiny and possible hospital-safety reforms move forward.
The PCB has released seven players and changed two coaches in Pakistan’s Test setup after the Lord’s defeat to England, naming seven replacements ahead of the Birmingham Test. The major reshuffle comes with Pakistan trailing 2-0 in the three-match series and looking to avoid a clean sweep.
Pakistan, Saudi Arabia and Türkiye have held the first committee meeting under their trilateral defence pact in Istanbul, with the framework formally identified as the Makkah Defence Alliance. Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan said its first secretary-general will be from Pakistan as the three countries begin building the alliance's institutional structure and consider a roadmap for possible future expansion.
Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb says Pakistan is moving from reliance on aid toward a trade- and investment-led economic model. He identified exports, productivity, private-sector growth and stronger cooperation with financial institutions as priorities for achieving sustainable development and creating jobs.
Western winds have entered Pakistan, bringing what the Meteorological Department describes as the final monsoon spell, with heavy rain, thunderstorms and strong winds forecast across several upper regions. The system may continue until September 6, with officials also warning of possible landslides in mountainous areas.
The Islamabad High Court has issued notices to federal ministries, PTA and PEMRA on a petition seeking regulation of social media use by children under 16. The petition calls for age verification and stronger legal protections against cyberbullying, harassment and harmful online content.
France has permanently closed its consulate in Karachi after citing budget constraints, ending its formal consular presence in Pakistan's largest city. Consular responsibilities are expected to move to other French diplomatic channels, while Pakistan and France continue bilateral cooperation under their 2023 roadmap.
Rawal Dam's spillways were opened after the reservoir reached 1,751.40 feet, close to its maximum capacity of 1,752 feet, amid continued monsoon rainfall around Islamabad. NDMA has urged communities along Korang Nullah to remain vigilant and avoid crossings as stronger downstream water flows are expected.
Two militants were killed during an intelligence-based operation in the Palantak area of Washuk, Balochistan, according to security sources. Authorities said the men were linked to attacks on a police station and Customs House, while weapons and ammunition were recovered during the operation.
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif begins a three-day visit to Kyrgyzstan on August 31 to attend the SCO Council of Heads of State and SCO Plus meetings. Pakistan will assume the SCO Council chairmanship for 2026-27, while Shehbaz will also hold bilateral talks focused on trade, investment, energy and regional connectivity.
