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The AJK government has signalled a stronger crackdown after Rangers Naik Imtiyaz Ali was martyred during violent clashes in Rawalakot. Officials allege armed elements linked to the banned JAAC attacked security forces, while authorities say clearance operations will continue until roads and public order are restored.
Karachi has again ranked among the world’s least liveable cities, standing 170th out of 173 in the EIU Global Liveability Index 2026. The report highlights poor sanitation, weak infrastructure, traffic disruption and wider governance challenges affecting daily life in Pakistan’s largest city.
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif condemned missile attacks targeting Saudi Arabia and reaffirmed Pakistan’s support for the kingdom’s security. The statement follows renewed Yemen-related escalation and Pakistan’s earlier backing of Saudi Arabia at the UN Security Council.
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has directed that overseas remittances be fully digitised as part of Pakistan’s move toward a cashless economy. The government says the reform can improve transparency, strengthen formal financial channels and expand digital payments across businesses.
Security forces killed four more militants in Balochistan’s Operation Shaban, taking the reported toll from the campaign to 83. The operation was launched after the deadly Mangi Dam police post attack and is continuing with army, FC, police and anti-terrorism units involved.
Police say the alleged mastermind of the June 27 Rangers camp attack in Karachi has been arrested, with investigators claiming the attackers were trained and directed from Afghanistan. Officials said a wider facilitator network has also been traced as the probe continues.
Flash floods caused major damage across Diamer district, blocking roads, damaging homes, disrupting power supply and affecting local agriculture. Authorities and residents are calling for urgent relief as experts warn that climate-linked disasters are becoming more frequent in Gilgit-Baltistan.
The Pakistan Stock Exchange closed sharply lower as renewed Middle East tensions and rising crude oil concerns pushed investors into a risk-off mood. The KSE-100 Index fell over 2,300 points, with banks, cement, fertiliser, oil and gas, and power-sector stocks leading the decline.
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif met Muslim World League chief Dr Mohammad Al-Issa in Islamabad to discuss Gaza, regional peace, interfaith harmony and education cooperation. Both sides agreed to continue coordination and speed up joint Pakistan-MWL initiatives.
President Asif Ali Zardari and Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif condemned a terrorist attack targeting police personnel in Tank district. The leadership pledged continued counterterrorism operations and paid tribute to the sacrifices of police and security forces.
Pakistan is holding talks with Netflix and other international streaming platforms to expand global space for local creators. The government is also exploring a national OTT platform to promote Pakistani stories and support the creative economy.
The KSE-100 Index fell nearly 2,300 points in early Monday trade as worsening US-Iran tensions triggered selling across major sectors. Rising oil prices and fears over the Strait of Hormuz added pressure on investor sentiment in Pakistan.
