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An Islamabad anti-terrorism court sought a report after Imaan Mazari and Hadi Ali Chattha were not produced in a security breach case despite a court order. The court was later told that police had not provided the required escort, while the defence argued that the failure affected the accused couple’s right to a fair trial.
Pakistan received $3.588 billion in workers’ remittances in September 2026, up 12.7 percent from the same month last year. Saudi Arabia remained the top contributor, followed by the UAE, the UK and the US, while first-quarter inflows rose 14 percent year-on-year.
Petrol has been reduced by 66 paisas to Rs398.30 per litre, while high-speed diesel has been increased by 52 paisas to Rs396.24 per litre. The revised rates will apply from October 10 to October 12 under the federal petroleum pricing mechanism.
More than 10 million people have benefited from the fuel subsidy scheme, while 21.7 million tokens have been issued and around 19.4 million redeemed. The government says Rs75 billion has been allocated to support motorcyclists, Qingqi rickshaw users and owners of vehicles up to 800cc.
Pakistan have named a seven-member squad for the Hong Kong Sixes, with Abbas Afridi retained as captain. The defending champions will travel to Hong Kong on October 28 before the tournament begins on October 30.
Gold prices in Pakistan rose sharply as the per-tola rate increased by Rs5,900 to reach Rs440,936. The 10-gram rate also climbed to Rs378,031, while silver gained Rs144 per tola amid strength in the precious metals market.
Punjab has approved Parks and Horticulture Authorities for every district, with a January 2027 deadline for expansion into 20 more districts. The plan includes district nurseries, technical hiring, plantation drives, park restoration and wider green-space management across the province.
Pakistan International Airlines has temporarily suspended flights to Riyadh because of the worsening security situation in the Middle East. The move follows recent attacks on Saudi airport facilities and may affect Pakistani passengers travelling for work, family visits and other urgent travel.
The Lahore High Court has sought a report from jail authorities on whether medicines, clothes and other basic facilities are being provided to Imran Khan’s detained sisters. The court will take up the matter again on October 12, while the main challenge to their preventive detention remains pending.
Security forces killed seven terrorists in an intelligence-based operation in North Waziristan, with weapons and ammunition recovered and militant hideouts destroyed. The president and prime minister praised the operation as authorities continue intensified counterterrorism actions in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa.
Pakistan has restored a direct shipping link between Karachi and major European ports, giving exporters relief from longer transit times and rising freight costs. The revived service is expected to support export-oriented sectors, especially textiles, while authorities also work on port clearance and logistics reforms.
Pakistan has reaffirmed support for Saudi Arabia’s security after Houthi attacks targeted airports in Riyadh and Abha, causing civilian casualties. The statement comes as Pakistan, Saudi Arabia and Turkiye move to implement the Makkah Joint Defence Agreement through coordinated support and possible rapid deployment arrangements.
