# Pakistan Live News

> Pakistan's news, as it happens


## Posts

- [How Pakistan's general elections work, step by step](https://pakistanlivenews.com/how-pakistan-general-elections-work/): From the caretaker set-up to the vote for prime minister, here is a plain-language walk through how Pakistan chooses its National and provincial assemblies.
- [Pakistan's six UNESCO World Heritage sites explained: history and visiting tips](https://pakistanlivenews.com/pakistan-unesco-world-heritage-sites-explained/): From the Indus Valley city of Moenjodaro to the Mughal splendour of Lahore, Pakistan's six World Heritage sites span more than four millennia. Here is what makes each one special and how to visit well.
- [Lahore's Walled City: a walking guide from Delhi Gate to Badshahi](https://pakistanlivenews.com/lahore-walled-city-walking-guide/): Lahore's old city is best seen slowly, on foot, from Delhi Gate to the Badshahi Mosque. Here is a practical route, with tips on timing, food and respectful behaviour.
- [Reading the KSE-100: A Beginner's Guide to the Pakistan Stock Exchange](https://pakistanlivenews.com/kse-100-beginners-guide-pakistan-stock-exchange/): The KSE-100 is the number most Pakistanis hear when the market is in the headlines. Here is what it measures, how to read it, and what it can and cannot tell you.
- [How Pakistan's provinces share power: the 18th Amendment and NFC award explained](https://pakistanlivenews.com/18th-amendment-nfc-award-explained/): Two ideas shape much of Pakistan's debate on federalism: the 18th Amendment, which moved powers to the provinces, and the NFC award, which decides how federal tax money is shared. Here is how they work together.
- [Mai Dhai calls for wider global promotion of Sindh's folk songs](https://pakistanlivenews.com/mai-dhai-sindh-folk-songs-global-promotion/): Sindhi folk singer Mai Dhai says the province's traditional music already wins hearts abroad and deserves far greater international recognition. She spoke on the sidelines of the World Culture Festival.
- [Karachi Opens Pakistan's First Sponge Park to Capture and Reuse Rainwater](https://pakistanlivenews.com/karachi-first-sponge-park-rainwater-jamali-park/): Jamali Park in Gulberg Block 2 now hosts Pakistan's first experimental sponge park, built to soak up, store and reuse rainwater. The model could be extended to other public spaces if the experiment proves successful.
- [Three terrorists killed as attack on N-25 in Mastung is foiled](https://pakistanlivenews.com/three-terrorists-killed-mastung-n25-attack-foiled/): Security forces killed three terrorists who tried to strike Kandawa Post on National Highway N-25 in Mastung using an explosives-laden vehicle. Two civilians lost their lives and several others were injured, police said.
- [Rain Deepens Cold in Quetta as PMD Forecasts More for Balochistan](https://pakistanlivenews.com/rain-deepens-cold-quetta-balochistan-pmd-forecast/): Rainfall in Quetta and other parts of Balochistan has pushed temperatures down and made the cold sharper. The Pakistan Meteorological Department expects more rain, with strong winds, thunderstorms and possible hail, over the next 24 hours.
- [Islamabad constable arrested over bribe to free detained beggar](https://pakistanlivenews.com/islamabad-constable-arrested-bribe-beggar-custody/): A police constable in Islamabad has been arrested and booked for allegedly accepting a bribe to help a female beggar escape custody. The SSP Operations says the officer will face exemplary punishment under the law.
- [Punjab wheat sowing area up 7.7pc as officials report over half of target met](https://pakistanlivenews.com/punjab-wheat-sowing-area-rises-target/): The Punjab Agriculture Department says it has achieved more than half of the province's wheat cultivation target, with the sown area 7.7pc higher than at this point last year. Agriculture Minister Ashiq Kirmani told field staff to back farmers throughout the campaign.
- [Eight upper KP districts declared vulnerable as heavy winter rain, snow forecast](https://pakistanlivenews.com/eight-kp-districts-vulnerable-winter-snowfall-forecast/): Eight upper districts of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa have been placed on the vulnerable list for winter after forecasts of above-normal rainfall and snowfall. The provincial disaster authority says a contingency plan is in place and departments are on alert.
- [Zardari Urges Early Diagnosis and Prevention to Tackle Diabetes](https://pakistanlivenews.com/zardari-urges-early-diagnosis-diabetes-prevention/): In his World Diabetes Day message, President Asif Ali Zardari called for sustained national efforts on prevention and early detection. He said an estimated 34.5 million adults in Pakistan were living with the disease in 2024.
- [Wasim Akram doubts Cummins' denial over 2018 Sandpapergate](https://pakistanlivenews.com/wasim-akram-questions-cummins-sandpapergate-denial/): Pakistan great Wasim Akram has questioned Australia captain Pat Cummins' claim that he knew nothing about sandpaper in 2018. He says a bowler would spot the difference at once, while stressing that he is not taking sides.
- [Rawalpindiz name Adam Voges head coach for PSL 12](https://pakistanlivenews.com/rawalpindiz-appoint-adam-voges-head-coach-psl-12/): Rawalpindiz have turned to Adam Voges, a former Australia batter with a strong domestic coaching record, to lead them in HBL PSL 12. The franchise finished bottom of the table in its first season.
- [Punjab Approves PAF Takeover of Gulfstream G-500 Operations](https://pakistanlivenews.com/punjab-transfers-gulfstream-g500-operations-to-paf/): The Punjab cabinet has cleared a plan to give the Pakistan Air Force control of the provincial Gulfstream G-500's operations and maintenance. A draft agreement between the two sides has also been approved.
- [GhanChakkar at Karachi Arts Council draws criticism for crude humour](https://pakistanlivenews.com/ghanchakkar-karachi-arts-council-play-review/): A new stage farce at the Karachi Arts Council has been criticised for lewd jokes and a weak script. Its energetic young cast, however, won praise.
- [Why Korean Dramas Strike a Chord with Pakistani Viewers](https://pakistanlivenews.com/why-korean-dramas-resonate-pakistani-viewers/): Korean series have become the largest non-US source of viewing on Netflix. Their family-centred stories appear to land especially well with Pakistani audiences.
- [Young Stunners, Sabaat Batin close Coke Studio Nu.WAV with Diwanay Dil](https://pakistanlivenews.com/coke-studio-nu-wav-diwanay-dil-young-stunners-2/): Coke Studio Nu.WAV has wrapped up its six-song series with Diwanay Dil, a hip-hop collaboration shaped by Karachi's restless energy. The video turns a gridlocked street under Lilly Bridge into a surreal film set.
- [Education Secretary Orders Urgent Repairs at Rural Islamabad Schools](https://pakistanlivenews.com/education-secretary-orders-repairs-nilore-schools-islamabad/): Federal Education Secretary Nadeem Mahbub visited schools in Islamabad's Nilore Sector and directed immediate repairs to damaged buildings. He also ordered alternative arrangements for students in buildings declared unsafe.
- [Pakistan Defers Rs278bn ML-3 Railway Project for Third Time in Five Months](https://pakistanlivenews.com/pakistan-defers-ml-3-railway-project-third-time/): Approval of the Rs278 billion ML-3 railway rehabilitation scheme has been postponed for the third time in five months. Officials want clarity on a $390 million bridge loan and on whether Reko Diq minerals will move via Gwadar rather than Karachi.
- [Why Korean Dramas Resonate So Strongly With Pakistani Viewers](https://pakistanlivenews.com/korean-dramas-pakistani-viewers-netflix/): Korean shows have become the largest non-US source of Netflix viewing, and Pakistani audiences are among those drawn in. Studies point to shared family and social values as a key reason.
- [Coke Studio Nu.WAV Ends With Diwanay Dil, a Karachi-Inspired Hip-Hop Track](https://pakistanlivenews.com/coke-studio-nu-wav-diwanay-dil-young-stunners/): Young Stunners, singer Sabaat Batin and producer Jokhay have released Diwanay Dil, the sixth and final song of Coke Studio Nu.WAV. The track and its video draw on the restless energy of Karachi.
- [NCCIA Arrests 154 at Islamabad Call Centre Over Loan App Blackmail](https://pakistanlivenews.com/nccia-arrests-154-islamabad-call-centre-loan-app-blackmail/): The National Cyber Crime Investigation Agency says it arrested 154 people at an unregistered call centre in Islamabad accused of extorting loan app borrowers. An Islamabad court has granted remand for the men and sent the women to jail.
- [Education Secretary Orders Urgent Repairs at Rural Islamabad Schools](https://pakistanlivenews.com/education-secretary-orders-repairs-nilore-schools/): Federal Education Secretary Nadeem Mahbub visited schools in Islamabad's Nilore Sector and directed immediate repairs to deteriorating buildings. He also ordered alternative arrangements for students studying in buildings declared unsafe.
- [Karachi Arts Council's GhanChakkar draws criticism for crude humour and weak script](https://pakistanlivenews.com/karachi-arts-council-ghanchakkar-play-review/): GhanChakkar, the latest farce at the Karachi Arts Council, has been described as an energetic show let down by its writing. The review also raises wider questions about where family theatre in the city is heading.
- [Pakistani doctors abroad raise USD800,000 in New York for Karachi, Lahore hospitals](https://pakistanlivenews.com/imamia-medics-raise-800000-new-york-dinner/): Imamia Medics International, a global body of Pakistani doctors, has raised USD800,000 at a New York fundraising dinner. The money will go towards University Medical Complex hospitals under construction in Karachi and Lahore.
- [KP Opens Partridge Hunting Season in Designated Game Reserves](https://pakistanlivenews.com/kp-opens-partridge-hunting-season-game-reserves/): The Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Wildlife Department has permitted partridge hunting in officially opened game reserves until January 11, 2027. Hunters must hold both a valid shooting licence and a special permit.
- [LHC rules a decree can be executed against a surety](https://pakistanlivenews.com/lhc-decree-executed-against-surety-guarantor/): The Lahore High Court has held that a guarantor cannot walk away from obligations he took on in writing. It dismissed a father's petition against a warrant for possession of his house.
- [Air Chief Sidhu Meets Uzbek Defence Leadership During Uzbekistan Visit](https://pakistanlivenews.com/air-chief-sidhu-uzbekistan-defence-meetings/): Pakistan's Chief of the Air Staff held high-level talks with Uzbekistan's defence leadership during an official visit. Both sides discussed regional security, joint exercises and cooperation in emerging technologies.
- [Sindh's November cotton sowing faces winter test as crop data gap clouds prices](https://pakistanlivenews.com/sindh-november-cotton-sowing-winter-test/): Growers in Thatta and Sujawal have begun sowing cotton in mid-November, months ahead of the usual calendar. Whether it helps textile mills depends on how the crop survives winter and on fixing conflicting official crop figures.
- [Durefishan Saleem explains Zaryab's choices in Dar-e-Nijaat and criticises TV channel control](https://pakistanlivenews.com/durefishan-saleem-dar-e-nijaat-zaryab-interview/): Actor Durefishan Saleem says portraying a character is not the same as approving her decisions. In a candid interview she also reflected on love, healing and the limits placed on Pakistani television.
- [SSGC Restricts Household Gas to Three Meal Times as Output Falls](https://pakistanlivenews.com/ssgc-restricts-household-gas-three-meal-times/): The Sui Southern Gas Company has confined household supply to breakfast, lunch and dinner windows. Its managing director blames depleting fields and scarce imported LNG.
- [Punjab sets November 15 for sugarcane crushing as mills seek more time](https://pakistanlivenews.com/punjab-sugarcane-crushing-season-november-15/): Punjab has notified sugar mills to begin buying sugarcane from November 15. The mills' association calls the deadline impractical and says huge unsold stocks must be cleared first.
- [Peugeot 2008 bookings suspended in Pakistan as buyers shift to hybrids](https://pakistanlivenews.com/peugeot-2008-bookings-suspended-pakistan-lucky-motor/): Lucky Motor Corporation has stopped taking new orders for the locally assembled Peugeot 2008, though its chief executive insists the assembly line is still running. Rising petrol prices and a shift towards electrified vehicles have left the petrol-only SUV struggling.
- [KP Has 8,024 Doctors for 40 Million People, Figures Show](https://pakistanlivenews.com/khyber-pakhtunkhwa-doctor-bed-shortage-hospitals/): Khyber Pakhtunkhwa has far fewer doctors and hospital beds than its population needs, and over 200 government health facilities are not working. The provincial government says it will amend the MTI Act and audit hospitals.
- [Najam Sethi Rules Out Any Imran Khan–Establishment Deal](https://pakistanlivenews.com/najam-sethi-rules-out-imran-khan-establishment-deal/): Senior journalist Najam Sethi says PTI founder Imran Khan and the establishment cannot reach an understanding. He also made claims about President Zardari, the 28th Amendment and new provinces.
- [Maryam Nawaz urges coordinated action against organised crime in Punjab](https://pakistanlivenews.com/maryam-nawaz-coordinated-action-organised-crime-punjab/): Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif has asked law enforcement agencies to work together, share intelligence and use modern technology against organised crime. She said crime in Punjab has fallen by up to 70 percent.
- [Two Suspected SLA Militants Arrested in Karachi With IED, Grenade](https://pakistanlivenews.com/two-suspected-sla-militants-arrested-karachi-ied-grenade/): The Counter Terrorism Department Sindh and a federal intelligence agency have arrested two men linked to the banned Sindhudesh Liberation Army in Karachi. Officials say the suspects were planning attacks on law enforcement personnel.
- [Islamabad's First Digital Parking Plaza Opens in Blue Area](https://pakistanlivenews.com/islamabad-first-digital-parking-plaza-blue-area/): The federal capital's first modern digital parking plaza is now fully operational in Blue Area, with room for more than 1,200 vehicles. The CDA says it will run around the clock with cashless payment options.
- [PTI founder won't give 'blank cheque' on 28th Amendment, says Salman Akram Raja](https://pakistanlivenews.com/pti-founder-blank-cheque-28th-amendment-raja/): PTI leader Salman Akram Raja says the party founder will not give a blank cheque on the proposed 28th constitutional amendment. He also questioned a jail meeting between the founder and two lawyers.
- [HEC Urges Pakistani Universities to Join QS World Rankings 2028](https://pakistanlivenews.com/hec-urges-universities-join-qs-world-rankings-2028/): The Higher Education Commission has asked universities across the country to take part in the QS World University Rankings 2028. It has also begun a nationwide programme to help institutions prepare.
- [Maryam Nawaz urges traffic law compliance on Road Victims Remembrance Day](https://pakistanlivenews.com/maryam-nawaz-traffic-law-road-victims-remembrance-day/): Marking the World Day of Remembrance for Road Traffic Victims, Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif paid tribute to those killed on the roads. She called on every citizen to follow traffic rules to keep journeys safe.
- [Ishaq Dar and Egyptian FM Abdelatty discuss regional issues, Europe meetings](https://pakistanlivenews.com/dar-abdelatty-phone-call-regional-developments/): Pakistan's Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar spoke by phone with Egypt's Foreign Minister Badr Abdelatty on Sunday. The two discussed regional and global developments, upcoming meetings in Europe and an invitation for Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif to visit Cairo.
- [HEC Tells Universities to Uphold Merit in Faculty and Administrative Hiring](https://pakistanlivenews.com/hec-universities-merit-appointments-advisory/): The Higher Education Commission has urged universities to put Selection Board proceedings before their Syndicates for proper deliberation. It has tied compliance to an Institutional Performance Review planned over the next two months.
- [Faisalabad-Lahore rail section restored in 45 days after floods, says Hanif Abbasi](https://pakistanlivenews.com/faisalabad-lahore-railway-section-restored-45-days/): Federal Railways Minister Muhammad Hanif Abbasi says the washed-away Faisalabad-Lahore section is operational again, 15 days ahead of schedule. He also set out deadlines for locomotives, digitalisation and level-crossing safety.
- [Tarar Joins PM and Field Marshal at Funeral of Two Martyred Soldiers](https://pakistanlivenews.com/tarar-attends-funeral-martyred-soldiers-chaklala/): Federal Information Minister Attaullah Tarar called the nation's martyrs its pride after attending the funeral prayers of two soldiers at Chaklala Garrison. He reaffirmed his unshakable resolve to eradicate terrorism completely.
- [CDA upgrades Islamabad markets with new footpaths and lighting](https://pakistanlivenews.com/cda-upgrades-islamabad-markets-pedestrian-facilities/): The Capital Development Authority is upgrading commercial centres across Islamabad, putting pedestrian facilities, lighting and public spaces first. Major work at Kohsar Market and Jinnah Super Market is already complete.
- [HEC urges students to verify university recognition before applying](https://pakistanlivenews.com/hec-verify-before-you-apply-recognised-universities/): The Higher Education Commission has warned that degrees from unrecognised universities and campuses will not be accepted. Students and parents are urged to consult its official lists before choosing where to study.
- [Chaudhry Salik Hussain Replies to Maryam Nawaz's Rs5bn Legal Notice](https://pakistanlivenews.com/chaudhry-salik-replies-maryam-nawaz-legal-notice-2/): Federal Minister Chaudhry Salik Hussain has formally responded to a legal notice from Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz. The notice seeks Rs5 billion in damages over his remarks on alleged corruption in the province.
- [Indian U-19 players' celebrations after Asia Cup final win over Pakistan draw criticism](https://pakistanlivenews.com/india-u19-celebrations-asia-cup-final-criticism/): Videos from Muscat appear to show Indian players making gestures at Pakistan's cricketers after a one-wicket win in the U-19 Asia Cup final. Former players and commentators criticised the scenes, while an Indian cricket official defended the celebrations.
- [Islamabad's First Digital Parking Plaza Opens in Blue Area](https://pakistanlivenews.com/islamabad-blue-area-digital-parking-plaza-opens/): Islamabad's first modern digital parking plaza is now fully operational in Blue Area, with room for over 1,200 vehicles. The Capital Development Authority says it will run round the clock, and the plaza supports cashless payments.
- [Section 144 imposed for a month in four KP districts](https://pakistanlivenews.com/section-144-imposed-four-kp-districts-2/): District administrations in Bajaur, Lakki Marwat, Swabi and Tank have banned public gatherings for 30 days, citing the prevailing law and order situation. Some orders also bar pillion riding and the display of weapons.
- [ISPR says 74 militants killed in KP and Balochistan operations](https://pakistanlivenews.com/ispr-74-terrorists-killed-kp-balochistan-operations/): The military's media wing says 74 militants were killed in operations across Balochistan and Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. The President, Prime Minister and Interior Minister have praised the security forces.
- [Rizwanullah's Five-For Sends Pakistan Into U19 Asia Cup Final Against India](https://pakistanlivenews.com/pakistan-beat-bangladesh-u19-asia-cup-semi-final/): Defending champions Pakistan thrashed Bangladesh by nine wickets in the semi-final in Oman. They now meet India in Saturday's final.
- [Section 144 imposed for a month in four KP districts](https://pakistanlivenews.com/section-144-imposed-four-kp-districts/): District administrations in Bajaur, Lakki Marwat, Swabi and Tank have banned public gatherings for 30 days, citing the prevailing law and order situation. Some orders also bar pillion riding and the display of weapons.
- [Chaudhry Salik Hussain Replies to Maryam Nawaz's Rs5bn Legal Notice](https://pakistanlivenews.com/chaudhry-salik-replies-maryam-nawaz-legal-notice/): Federal Minister Chaudhry Salik Hussain has formally responded to a legal notice from Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz. The notice seeks Rs5 billion in damages over his remarks on alleged corruption in the province.
- [Pakistan backs Palestinian statehood and condemns Houthi attacks on Saudi Arabia](https://pakistanlivenews.com/pakistan-palestine-support-condemns-houthi-attacks-saudi-2/): President Asif Ali Zardari has renewed Pakistan's support for Palestinian self-determination, while Pakistan's envoy at the UN has condemned Houthi attacks on Saudi Arabia. Together, the two statements set out Islamabad's current position on key Middle East issues.
- [Pakistan to Host FIH Hockey Nations Cup in Lahore in February 2027](https://pakistanlivenews.com/pakistan-host-fih-hockey-nations-cup-lahore-2027/): Lahore will stage the fifth FIH Hockey Men's Nations Cup in February 2027, bringing a major international hockey event to Pakistan after 24 years. The winners will earn a place in the 2027-28 Pro League.
- [ISPR releases anthem honouring Pakistan Police martyrs and ghazis](https://pakistanlivenews.com/ispr-anthem-honours-pakistan-police-martyrs-ghazis-2/): The ISPR has released a commemorative anthem dedicated to the sacrifices of Pakistan Police personnel. The song is performed by a serving Punjab Police head constable.
- [ISPR releases anthem honouring Pakistan Police martyrs and ghazis](https://pakistanlivenews.com/ispr-anthem-honours-pakistan-police-martyrs-ghazis/): The ISPR has released a commemorative anthem dedicated to the sacrifices of Pakistan Police personnel. The song is performed by a serving Punjab Police head constable.
- [Pakistan backs Palestinian statehood and condemns Houthi attacks on Saudi Arabia](https://pakistanlivenews.com/pakistan-palestine-support-condemns-houthi-attacks-saudi/): President Asif Ali Zardari has renewed Pakistan's support for Palestinian self-determination, while Pakistan's envoy at the UN has condemned Houthi attacks on Saudi Arabia. Together, the two statements set out Islamabad's current position on key Middle East issues.
- [A traveller's guide to Hunza in winter: getting there, staying warm and what to see](https://pakistanlivenews.com/travellers-guide-hunza-in-winter/): Hunza is quieter, colder and more dramatic in winter, with snow on the peaks and few crowds. With careful planning, it can be a very rewarding trip in northern Pakistan.
- [Wasim Akram Weighs In on Sandpapergate After Khawaja's Claims](https://pakistanlivenews.com/wasim-akram-sandpapergate-khawaja-claims/): Pakistan great Wasim Akram has shared his view on Australia's 2018 ball-tampering row. He says sandpaper scratches look different from normal wear, but he does not take sides.
- [Punjab Climate Observatory in Lahore to track environment in real time](https://pakistanlivenews.com/punjab-climate-observatory-lahore-real-time-monitoring/): Punjab is building a climate observatory in Lahore that Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif calls the first of its kind in Pakistan. It will combine real-time monitoring with an AI-driven climate intelligence system.
- [Khawaja Asif Expects Political Consensus on Provinces Within Weeks](https://pakistanlivenews.com/khawaja-asif-political-consensus-new-provinces/): Defence Minister Khawaja Asif says significant progress has been made on the provincial issue and expects political consensus in the coming weeks. He also suggested the developments could give PTI founder Imran Khan a route back to mainstream politics.
- [Two firms report new copper-gold finds in Balochistan's Chagai district](https://pakistanlivenews.com/copper-gold-discoveries-chagai-balochistan-nrl-mari/): National Resources Limited and Mari Energies each announced copper-gold discoveries in Chagai on Friday after about 25,000 metres of drilling. Both stress that the size of the deposits has yet to be established.
- [Shakeel's 97 Helps Pakistan Hold Sri Lanka to Draw in First Test](https://pakistanlivenews.com/pakistan-sri-lanka-first-test-draw-rawalpindi/): Pakistan and Sri Lanka shook hands on a draw on the final day of the first Test in Rawalpindi after Saud Shakeel fell three runs short of a century. Bad light had cost 117 overs across the match.
- [Ishaq Dar Reviews Preparations for Pakistan–Turkmenistan Joint Commission](https://pakistanlivenews.com/dar-reviews-pakistan-turkmenistan-jic-preparations/): Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar chaired a preparatory meeting for the next Pakistan–Turkmenistan Joint Intergovernmental Commission. He will co-chair the session with Turkmenistan's foreign minister.
- [Pakistan Beat Bangladesh 1-0 to Reach First SAFF Championship Final](https://pakistanlivenews.com/pakistan-beat-bangladesh-saff-championship-final/): Abdul Samad Arshad's late strike sent Pakistan into the SAFF Championship final for the first time. The Green Shirts will now face defending champions India on 17 November.
- [Plan to give Islamabad special administrative status finalised: sources](https://pakistanlivenews.com/islamabad-special-administrative-status-plan/): Government sources say preparations to make Islamabad a special administrative unit have been finalised. The mayor would lead the new structure, and the capital's boundaries could be extended.
- [Pakistan's Middle-Power Claim Needs Economic Strength and Alliances, Analysts Say](https://pakistanlivenews.com/pakistan-middle-power-economy-alliances-world-order/): Pakistan has regained strategic relevance through military deterrence and active diplomacy, but a strategic analyst warns that its weak economy leaves that standing fragile. A German professor adds that Islamabad will need partnerships with like-minded states to avoid being squeezed between Washington and Beijing.
- [Gold Sheds Rs16,500 in Three Days as KSE-100 Rebounds 500 Points](https://pakistanlivenews.com/gold-falls-rs16500-three-days-kse-100-rebounds/): Gold has now lost Rs16,500 per tola in three sessions, with 24-karat gold at Rs410,936. Separately, the KSE-100 index recovered from early losses to close 500 points higher on Friday.
- [Musadik Malik to Represent Pakistan at SCO Civilisational Dialogue in Delhi](https://pakistanlivenews.com/musadik-malik-sco-civilisational-dialogue-new-delhi/): The Foreign Office has named Climate Change Minister Musadik Malik as Pakistan's representative at the first SCO Civilisational Dialogue in New Delhi. Islamabad, which chairs the SCO Council of Heads of State in 2026-27, says it backs dialogue among civilisations.
- [Pakistan hosts 30th ECO Council of Ministers in Islamabad](https://pakistanlivenews.com/pakistan-hosts-30th-eco-council-ministers-islamabad/): Foreign ministers and delegation heads from the Economic Cooperation Organization gather in Islamabad for a two-day meeting on trade, energy and connectivity. Pakistan chairs the bloc for 2026-2027 under the theme "Reviving Regionalism for a Resilient ECO".
- [ATC begins proclaimed offender process against Sohail Afridi in Radio Pakistan case](https://pakistanlivenews.com/atc-proclaimed-offender-process-sohail-afridi-radio-pakistan/): A Peshawar anti-terrorism court has started proceedings to declare Sohail Afridi and PTI activist Amir Khan proclaimed offenders in the Radio Pakistan attack case. Police told the court that neither man could be traced.
- [Major among four soldiers martyred, 24 militants killed in Balochistan, North Waziristan](https://pakistanlivenews.com/major-four-soldiers-martyred-24-militants-killed-balochistan-waziristan/): Four soldiers, including Major Omer Minhas Nasir, were martyred in operations in Balochistan and North Waziristan, where security forces killed 24 militants, the military's media wing said. Separately, police in Bannu repulsed an attack on a checkpoint.
- [IMF urges Pakistan to phase out fuel subsidy, keep any new relief targeted](https://pakistanlivenews.com/imf-urges-pakistan-phase-out-fuel-subsidy/): The IMF wants Pakistan to wind down its fuel subsidy programme, saying it is too broadly targeted. Any new support linked to oil prices should be limited, time-bound and funded within the FY2026-27 budget.
- [National Assembly session likely to be put off after Zardari-Shehbaz meeting](https://pakistanlivenews.com/national-assembly-session-likely-rescheduled-next-week/): A National Assembly session proposed for Monday evening is likely to move to next week. Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has not yet sent the summons summary to President Asif Ali Zardari.
- [Saira Jabeen out of Emerging Nations Trophy with thumb fracture](https://pakistanlivenews.com/saira-jabeen-ruled-out-emerging-nations-trophy/): Pakistan batter Saira Jabeen has been withdrawn from the ongoing ICC Women's Emerging Nations Trophy after fracturing her right thumb in training. The PCB has named Omaima Sohail as her replacement for the rest of the tournament.
- [Mustafa Kamal Says Referendum Will Decide Creation of New Provinces](https://pakistanlivenews.com/mustafa-kamal-referendum-new-provinces/): Federal Health Minister Mustafa Kamal says a referendum will be held on creating new provinces, with December a crucial month. The debate has widened to include a special administrative status for Islamabad and a possible 12-province structure.
- [Foreign delegates arrive in Islamabad for 30th ECO ministerial meeting](https://pakistanlivenews.com/delegates-arrive-islamabad-30th-eco-ministers-meeting/): Senior diplomats from Türkiye, Azerbaijan and Kazakhstan, along with the OIC secretary general and the SCO's deputy secretary general, have reached Islamabad for the 30th ECO Council of Ministers meeting. Pakistan, which chairs the bloc for 2026-27, hopes to push regional connectivity and integration.

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