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Punjab's PDMA has warned that an eighth monsoon spell from August 29 to September 5 could bring heavy rainfall, urban flooding, flash floods and landslides across several districts. Authorities have placed district administrations and emergency departments on alert while monitoring rivers, reservoirs and vulnerable areas.
Pakistan has reduced petrol by Rs0.58 per litre to Rs342.02 and high-speed diesel by Rs0.17 to Rs371.44, with the new rates effective from August 29 through August 31. The modest cuts come as the government uses a more frequent pricing mechanism amid continued volatility in international oil markets.
The Senate has demanded a time-bound investigation into the PIMS fire in Islamabad that killed 14 newborns, with lawmakers seeking scrutiny of emergency exits, fire-safety systems, rescue response and hospital management. Senators from multiple parties called for transparent findings, accountability and nationwide reforms to prevent similar hospital disasters.
The Supreme Court Registrar’s Office has returned a petition challenging the 27th Constitutional Amendment, saying such a case may be filed before the Federal Constitutional Court. The petition raises questions over constitutional structure, judicial independence and lifetime immunity, but its substantive claims have not yet been adjudicated.
The Islamabad High Court has adjourned a petition seeking legislation and age-verification safeguards for social media users under 16 in Pakistan. The case calls for stronger protections against cyberbullying, harmful content and online harassment, but no restriction has yet been approved by the court.
The Pakistan Cricket Board has reportedly filed a formal complaint with the England and Wales Cricket Board after Sky Sports aired an interview with Imran Khan's sons during the Pakistan-England Test at Lord's. The PCB was also reported to have considered delaying Pakistan's return to the field, while no detailed public statement from the board had been issued.
Pakistan defeated South Africa 4-3 in a penalty shootout after a 4-4 regulation-time draw to secure 11th place at the FIH Men's Hockey World Cup 2026 in Amstelveen. The result marked Pakistan's best World Cup finish in two decades and provided a dramatic conclusion to their campaign.
Pakistan's five major oil refineries are preparing to sign upgradation agreements expected to unlock around $6 billion in investment and enable greater domestic production of Euro 5-compliant fuels. The programme is aimed at reducing dependence on imported petrol and diesel while strengthening the country's energy security and supply resilience.
The Pakistan Meteorological Department has warned of rain, thunderstorms and isolated heavy falls across upper Pakistan, with urban flooding, flash floods and landslides possible from late August into early September. Authorities have advised travellers and farmers to remain cautious and directed relevant departments to stay alert.
England were bowled out for 290 on day two of the second Test at Lord’s after a 47-run last-wicket partnership frustrated Pakistan. Mohammad Abbas finished with four wickets, while Pakistan began their reply under pressure to improve after their heavy defeat in the series opener.
A judicial commission headed by Sindh High Court Justice Umar Sial has begun substantive proceedings into the Mir Raza Ali case in Karachi, hearing from the slain businessman's family and reviewing questions surrounding medical evidence and the police investigation. The family is separately seeking a JIT through the Sindh High Court, with further court proceedings expected on August 31.
Field Marshal Asim Munir met a multinational delegation of Harvard Business School students in Rawalpindi and urged young people to strengthen education, skills, entrepreneurship and fact-based analysis amid a volatile global information environment. The visiting students shared positive impressions of Pakistan and highlighted the country’s potential and opportunities.
