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Punjab is preparing a concept-based curriculum for Grades 1 to 5 to reduce rote learning and promote practical classroom understanding. The new textbooks are planned for the 2027-28 academic session, with teacher training and activity-based learning central to the reform.
Security forces killed nine suspected terrorists in two separate intelligence-based operations in Balochistan under Operation Radd-ul-Fitna 3. Weapons, ammunition and communication equipment were recovered as authorities vowed to continue action against militant networks.
The federal government has raised petrol by Rs5.77 and high-speed diesel by Rs6.47 per litre under the new daily fuel pricing system. The revised rates, effective August 18, take petrol to Rs331.20 and diesel to Rs390.45 per litre.
The federal government has issued new OGRA guidelines for daily adjustment of petroleum prices. Petrol, diesel, kerosene and light diesel rates will be linked to international reference prices, while petroleum levy changes will remain subject to finance ministry approval.
Security forces killed two terrorists and injured three others during an intelligence-based operation in Balochistan’s Killi Zaik area. Officials said ammunition, hand grenades and IED-making material were recovered as operations continue against militant networks.
Fresh CCTV footage has reportedly helped investigators reconstruct the timeline of the discovery of businessman Mir Raza Ali Khan’s body in Karachi. Police are reviewing geofencing data and more surveillance material as the murder probe moves forward.
Mansehra police arrested a man after a woman’s reported fall from a cliff in Kaghan was allegedly found to be murder. Investigators say the accused tried to stage the death as an accident, while the court has sent him to jail on judicial remand.
Pakistan’s viral Chaiwala Arshad Khan has launched legal action in the UK over a trademark dispute with a former business partner. The case focuses on the alleged unauthorised use of his likeness and Café Chaiwala brand after the franchise relationship ended.
Adiala Jail authorities submitted a report to the Supreme Court on Imran Khan’s health and jail meetings. The report says he meets his wife every Tuesday under jail rules, has undergone repeated medical checkups and one eye is almost normal after specialist treatment.
Jamaat-e-Islami’s sit-ins against the petroleum levy continued for a second day in Lahore, Karachi, Peshawar and Quetta. Hafiz Naeem ur Rehman demanded petrol at Rs225 per litre and said the protests would continue peacefully until public relief is provided.
Sahiwal police arrested a suspect after CCTV footage of alleged harassment went viral on social media. Officials said the accused was traced to Renala Khurd, taken into custody and would face legal action under the women’s safety policy.
Punjab has decided to introduce activity-based textbooks up to grade five from the 2027 academic session. The reform aims to reduce rote learning and promote practical, creative and concept-based education in primary classrooms.
