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A new defence alliance between Turkey, Saudi Arabia, and Pakistan, akin to NATO’s Article 5, marks a significant move away from U.S. dominance in Gulf security.
Aug 10, 2026, 7:35 AM
A 50‑year‑old British citizen was shot dead by Pakistani security forces in the disputed Kashmir region on June 9, amid clashes between authorities and protestors demanding reforms. The case highlights ongoing tensions and the risks faced by British nationals in the area.
the Guardian
Central PTI officials say they were uninformed about a long march to Islamabad scheduled for September 27, announced by the Khyber‑Pakhtunkhwa chief minister.
The Express Tribune
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The announcement that provincial taxes would be abolished in Malakand Division has not been followed by an official notice, leaving traders and citizens anxious about unfinished legal implementation.
The Express Tribune
President Asif Ali Zardari left Lahore for Islamabad after a brief two‑day stay. During the visit he met only Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi, with businessman Gohar Ejaz in attendance. No meetings were held with Pakistan People’s Party officials.
The Express Tribune
Karachi and Sindh public hospitals have only about 450 pediatric emergency beds for millions of children, causing frequent refusals and forced private care. Parents report denied admissions, overcrowding, and high private costs amid rising childhood illnesses.
The Express Tribune
Jamaat‑e‑Islam’s Emir Hafiz Naeemur Rehman announced sit‑ins to protest the petroleum levy and independent power producers in Punjab and Khyber‑Pakhtunkhwa, urging peace, resource rights and the reopening of Pakistan‑Afghanistan trade.
The Express Tribune
Relatives of Anmol and Amina, who died in custody at a Punjab police station, are calling for an impartial probe. A judicial inquiry is examining police statements, CCTV footage, and burial arrangements.
The Express Tribune
A resident shot and killed a common leopard on July 20 in Bajaur district, and the hide was skinned and withheld from authorities. The incident highlights rising killings across Khyber‑Pakhtunkhwa, driven by deforestation, shrinking prey, and inadequate law enforcement.
The Express Tribune
Farmers in Swabi burned half a tonne of tobacco at a press club, demanding that the Pakistan Tobacco Board pay the official rate of Rs750 per kilogram instead of the Rs350 offered.
The Express Tribune
Faisalabad Development Authority’s Canal Road remodel faces criticism for past failures. Plan includes new bridges, U-turns and ramps, but experts urge focus on traffic enforcement and service roads.
The Express Tribune
The PAA announced a nationwide modernization initiative after finishing the Gwadar Airport at Rs55 billion and reconstructing Karachi’s main runway for Rs10 billion, while new projects at Lahore and Skardu move forward.
The Express Tribune
The National Accountability Bureau has begun a new investigation into Zameer Abbasi, prime suspect in the Rs8.5bn Yellow Line graft case, over allegations of assets beyond his income and illegal promotions in the Sindh government.
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Pakistan’s fiscal deficit for the first 11 months of FY26 narrowed to 1.6% of GDP, yet the country’s debt has reached a staggering Rs83.29 trillion. The International Monetary Fund projects a 3.2% deficit for FY27, while the Federal Board of Revenue missed its tax target by Rs975 billion. The energy sector’s capacity payments, circular debt, and Canada–Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC) related claims are key drivers of fiscal stress.
Dawn
Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi urges creation of more provinces, asserting Pakistan’s governance system has collapsed. His proposal, supported by the military, faces widespread political criticism and legal challenges.
Dawn
The new automotive policy, which should have replaced the previous one before its June 30 expiration, sees competing interests: legacy assemblers seek protection for internal combustion engines, while hybrid and EV manufacturers push for continued subsidies and stronger localisation mandates.
Dawn
The Azad Jammu and Kashmir government led by the Pakistan Peoples Party appointed seven new members to its Public Service Commission (PSC) days before its term ends. The move, made under constitutional provisions, has raised concerns about the propriety and timing of the appointments. Opposition leader Shahid Mehmood Wani criticized the decision, urging the new elected government to decide such matters.
Dawn
Tarbela Dam, Pakistan's second largest reservoir, topped out at 1,549.48 feet on Sunday, a rise from the 1,549‑foot reading taken at 6 am. The live storage was 5.523 million‑acre‑feet, the highest level the dam has reached in this season.
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