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IHC asks federal government, ministry to explain delay in judges’ appointment summaries and constitutional consequences.

The Islamabad High Court issued notices to the federal government and the Ministry of Law and Justice, demanding reports on why the president has not approved the appointment summaries for judges to the IHC and provincial high courts.

Aug 11, 2026, 6:31 AM

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Cabinet approves National Housing Policy 2026, mandates vertical construction and energy‑efficient codes, and endorses Pakistan Information Security Framework 2026.

Aug 11, 2026

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Residents of Malakand division still await official tax‑exemption order following the government announcement, despite no notification issued yet.

Aug 10, 2026

WorldAug 10, 2026

Pakistan’s FY26 Fiscal Deficit Slips to 1.6% of GDP Amid Public Debt of Rs83.29 Trillion, Raising Sustainability Concerns.

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.

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WorldAug 9, 2026

Pakistan Should Strengthen Local Governance First, Says Dawn Opinion Writer, Before Creating New Provinces to Address Governance Weaknesses.

An opinion piece in Dawn argues that Pakistan needs to focus on reforming local governments and fiscal planning before drawing new provincial borders, highlighting constitutional mandates, administrative costs, and economic sustainability.

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WorldAug 9, 2026

Peshawar court unblocks ID cards of four accused in May 9 protest case and withdraws arrest warrants.

A Peshawar court has ordered the unblocking of identity cards for four accused in the May 9 protest case, cancelled their proclamation proceedings, and withdrew their arrest warrants.

The Express Tribune

WorldAug 9, 2026

Flour price climb in Karachi as federal government delays the wheat import tender, following plans to bring in one million tonnes.

Karachi consumers see wheat flour price climb as the federal government delays the wheat import tender, while provincial cabinets plan multi‑million‑tonne imports. Prices for 20‑kg flour rose to Rs2,700‑3,000, and 10‑kg wheat bag to Rs1,200, up from July 30 levels. Some traders warn the delay protects speculators.

Dawn

WorldAug 8, 2026

Pakistan records $41.6 billion remittances, with a widening regional divide across provinces as migration remains key to development but leaves periphery provinces behind.

Pakistan’s remittance inflows topped $41.6 billion in FY 2025‑26, the first time the figure crossed that threshold. The surge amplifies a deep provincial gap, with Punjab, Khyber‑Pakhtunkhwa and Azad Jammu and Kashmir receiving most of the money while Sindh and Balochistan receive far less.

The Express Tribune

WorldAug 8, 2026

JI postpones Saturday sit‑ins, shifts nationwide protests to August 16 and plans large gatherings at governor houses.

The Jamaat‑e‑Islami has moved sit‑ins that were planned for Aug. 9 to Aug. 16, announcing simultaneous protests outside provincial governor houses and a key sit‑in at the Punjab Chief Minister’s residence.

The Express Tribune

WorldAug 8, 2026

JI plans August 16 sit‑ins in all provincial capitals to demand removal of petroleum levy and curb inflation.

Jamaat‑i‑Islami has announced coordinated sit‑ins on August 16 in Lahore, Peshawar, Hyderabad, and Quetta to press the government to eliminate the petroleum levy and lower fuel prices.

Dawn

WorldAug 8, 2026

Khyber‑Pakhtunkhwa Assembly Rejects Proposal to Detach Haripur and Abbottabad Districts for Islamabad Annexation, Upholding Provincial Integrity.

The Khyber‑Pakhtunkhwa Assembly voted unanimously to reject a plan to merge Haripur and Abbottabad into Islamabad’s federal territory, affirming that the districts remain inseparable parts of the province.

The Express Tribune

WorldAug 8, 2026

PTI's Lahore Rally Draws 1,500, Largest Arrests in Punjab Focused on Rawalpindi amid Police Crackdowns.

The Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) reported a modest turnout of about 1,500 at its Lahore rally on August 5, amid police crackdowns across Punjab. Arrests were highest in Rawalpindi, with 15 workers booked in one FIR and two in another, and additional detentions under the Maintenance of Public Order ordinance in districts such as Khushab and Sargodha. Party leaders call for a review of the provincial chapter’s performance.

The Express Tribune

WorldAug 8, 2026

Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Assembly Repeals Lifetime Blue Passports, Cuts Arms Licences for Lawmakers; Assembly Resists Federal Takeover of Hazara Territory.

Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Assembly amended the 2026 law that granted lifetime blue passports and arms licences to lawmakers, reducing licences to four and withdrawing passport provisions. It also passed a resolution opposing a federal proposal to annex Hazara districts.

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WorldAug 7, 2026

Sindh Chief Minister Declares No Bloodshed Will Occur Over New Province Proposal, Denies Governance Collapse.

Sindh Chief Minister Murad Ali Shah said the creation of new provinces would not lead to violence and dismissed claims of a collapsed governance system. He cited repeated unanimous opposition by the Sindh Assembly and highlighted constitutional procedures for provincial changes.

The Express Tribune

WorldAug 2, 2026

New Provincial Formula Adds Uncertainty to Pakistan's Political Boundaries and Economy

A suggestion to re‑organize Pakistan’s provinces may reshape both its map and fiscal prospects, according to a recent discussion highlighted by a leading news outlet.

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IHC asks federal government, ministry to explain delay in judges’ appointment summaries and constitutional consequences.

Cabinet approves National Housing Policy 2026, mandates vertical construction and energy‑efficient codes, and endorses Pakistan Information Security Framework 2026.

Residents of Malakand division still await official tax‑exemption order following the government announcement, despite no notification issued yet.

Pakistan’s FY26 Fiscal Deficit Slips to 1.6% of GDP Amid Public Debt of Rs83.29 Trillion, Raising Sustainability Concerns.

Pakistan Should Strengthen Local Governance First, Says Dawn Opinion Writer, Before Creating New Provinces to Address Governance Weaknesses.

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Peshawar court unblocks ID cards of four accused in May 9 protest case and withdraws arrest warrants.

Flour price climb in Karachi as federal government delays the wheat import tender, following plans to bring in one million tonnes.

Pakistan records $41.6 billion remittances, with a widening regional divide across provinces as migration remains key to development but leaves periphery provinces behind.

JI postpones Saturday sit‑ins, shifts nationwide protests to August 16 and plans large gatherings at governor houses.

JI plans August 16 sit‑ins in all provincial capitals to demand removal of petroleum levy and curb inflation.

Khyber‑Pakhtunkhwa Assembly Rejects Proposal to Detach Haripur and Abbottabad Districts for Islamabad Annexation, Upholding Provincial Integrity.

PTI's Lahore Rally Draws 1,500, Largest Arrests in Punjab Focused on Rawalpindi amid Police Crackdowns.

Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Assembly Repeals Lifetime Blue Passports, Cuts Arms Licences for Lawmakers; Assembly Resists Federal Takeover of Hazara Territory.

Sindh Chief Minister Declares No Bloodshed Will Occur Over New Province Proposal, Denies Governance Collapse.

New Provincial Formula Adds Uncertainty to Pakistan's Political Boundaries and Economy

JI postpones Saturday sit‑ins, shifts nationwide protests to August 16 and plans large gatherings at governor houses.