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KP govt decides to withdraw controversial clauses from law granting expanded privileges to lawmakers

The Khyber Pakhtunkhwa government has decided to withdraw controversial clauses from the Provincial Assembly (Powers, Immunities and Privileges) Act, 2026, following widespread backlash. Chief Minister Sohail Afridi ordered a review of the law, which had granted privileges such as passports, arms licenses, and immunity from preventive detention. Governor Faisal Karim Kundi has called for a harmonised national framework for legislators' privileges.

1 outlet · 4 articles Jul 10

Iran warns US it will retaliate to its attacks — senior security official

Iran's top security official has warned that attacks on Iranian infrastructure will be met with retaliation, following reports that the US is considering strikes on Iranian facilities. Tensions have escalated since the US resumed airstrikes on July 8 amid disputes over the Strait of Hormuz, with Qatar mediating talks.

2 outlets · 3 articles Jul 10

'Public money belongs to the people': KP governor says his observations on law to raise MPAs’ privileges 'on record'

Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Governor Faisal Karim Kundi has distanced himself from a newly enacted provincial law that expands assembly members' powers and immunities, stating that his observations were 'on record' and that 'public money belongs to the people'. The law, which includes lifetime official passports and blanket immunity from preventive detention, has sparked backlash, leading Chief Minister Sohail Afridi to order a review.

1 outlet · 2 articles Jul 10

Israel shared intelligence on alleged Iranian plot to assassinate Trump with US — WSJ

Israel has shared new intelligence with the US about an alleged Iranian plot to assassinate President Donald Trump, according to reports from The Wall Street Journal and CNN. The claims come amid renewed US-Iranian tensions, with Iranian officials dismissing the reports as baseless and US sources questioning their credibility.

5 outlets · 7 articles Jul 10

Balochistan carnage

Recent attacks in Balochistan have killed dozens and drawn Pakistan's top leaders to Quetta. While officials blame external actors and militant groups like the TTP and BLA, analysts and local voices call for a political solution and criticize the state's unchanged approach.

1 outlet · 4 articles Jul 10

Technical talks between US, Iran continue — Reuters

Technical talks between US and Iranian negotiators continue despite the US resuming large-scale strikes on Iran on July 8, according to TASS reporting. Israel has expressed readiness to join future US attacks if requested, and US forces are preparing for potential strikes, even as Washington pursues diplomatic solutions.

1 outlet · 3 articles Jul 10

Australia says US trade investigators made findings without evidence

Australia has lodged a formal objection to a US proposal to impose a 12.5% tariff on Australian products, arguing there is no credible evidentiary basis for the finding. The tariff, linked to a broader investigation into forced labor, has drawn criticism from Australian officials and industry leaders, who say it unfairly singles out Australia compared to other nations.

1 outlet · 2 articles Jul 9

At least million people arrive in Mashhad to attend Khamenei’s funeral

Russian news agency TASS reported that at least one million people arrived in Mashhad for the funeral of Iran’s late Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei, with armed forces deploying MiG-29 jets over the city. The farewell ceremonies, which began in Tehran on July 3, also drew tens of millions in Iran and Iraq, according to Press TV.

1 outlet · 4 articles Jul 9

At least 64 deportees from Libya convicted in 3 Punjab districts after summary trial

At least 64 Pakistani deportees from Libya have been convicted by courts in three Gujranwala region districts after summary trials, receiving 10-15 days' imprisonment and fines. The FIA has placed their names on a passport control list, barring travel abroad for five years.

1 outlet · 2 articles Jul 9

Mutual decision of civil, military leadership to end terrorism, PM Shehbaz says after Balochistan attacks

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif announced a unified decision by Pakistan’s civil and military leadership to eliminate terrorism after major attacks in Balochistan. He reported 54 terrorists killed, reiterated accusations against India, and condemned Fitna Al Khawarij’s objectives.

1 outlet · 2 articles Jul 9

New round of US strikes on Iran could last up to one month — media

US officials believe the latest round of strikes on Iran could last from a day to a month, depending on Tehran's actions. The escalation follows President Trump's declaration that the June ceasefire memorandum is void, with both sides signaling continued confrontation. Reports highlight economic and political pressures on both nations that could limit further escalation.

3 outlets · 3 articles Jul 9

ADB keeps Pakistan's growth outlook unchanged at 3.7pc for current fiscal year

The Asian Development Bank (ADB) left Pakistan's growth forecast at 3.7% for FY2027, while projecting inflation at 8.3% for the current fiscal year. The Manila-based lender also lowered its growth forecast for developing Asia and the Pacific to 4.9% for 2026, citing Middle East conflict-related disruptions.

1 outlet · 2 articles Jul 9

In meeting with Naqvi, UN chief praises Pakistan's efforts for peace

Pakistan's Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi held a series of bilateral meetings on the sidelines of the UN Chiefs of Police Summit 2026, including with UN Secretary General Antonio Guterres, who appreciated Pakistan's role in promoting peace. Naqvi also met his Russian and Chinese counterparts to discuss security cooperation, and with Sri Lanka's public security minister to boost coordination on narcotics and police training.

1 outlet · 2 articles Jul 9

Search for crew continues after Boeing cargo plane crash

Rescue crews have recovered debris from a Boeing 737 cargo plane that crashed into the Arabian Sea off Pakistan's coast. Five crew members are missing, and the search continues with the help of navy and civilian assets.

3 outlets · 3 articles Jul 9

Gulf flare-up

Recent exchanges of fire between the US and Iran have put the fragile ceasefire and the Islamabad MoU at risk, with both sides accusing each other of violations. Analysts and officials call for restraint and renewed diplomatic efforts to prevent a wider conflict.

1 outlet · 3 articles Jul 9

Rs2bn set aside for treatment of kids who got HIV at Karachi's Valika Hospital

The Sindh government has approved a Rs2 billion endowment fund for the long-term care of children infected with HIV at Karachi's Valika Hospital, where the number of confirmed pediatric cases has risen to 94. The outbreak, linked to poor infection control and medical waste management, has prompted disciplinary action against 37 staff and a comprehensive audit by the provincial ombudsman.

2 outlets · 6 articles Jul 9

US carries out fresh strikes on Iran, prompting attacks on Kuwait and Bahrain

The United States and Iran have traded multiple rounds of strikes over the Strait of Hormuz, with Iran launching attacks on US military facilities in Kuwait and Bahrain in retaliation. The exchanges threaten a fragile ceasefire and a memorandum of understanding signed in June.

4 outlets · 10 articles Jul 9

Gas force majeure hits Punjab

Sui Northern Gas Pipelines Ltd has declared force majeure on RLNG supply to Punjab plants citing Strait of Hormuz tensions, with cargoes cut until Aug 3. Meanwhile, the Oil and Gas Regulatory Authority has notified a 15% increase in RLNG prices for June, reflecting higher spot market costs.

1 outlet · 2 articles Jul 9

Pakistan finds wreckage of missing cargo plane as search continues for five crew members

Pakistani rescuers located and recovered the wreckage of a K2 Airways cargo plane that disappeared off the coast of Karachi with five crew members on board. The aircraft reported a navigational system problem before losing contact, and a search continues for the missing crew.

2 outlets · 2 articles Jul 9

US launches new strikes on Iran after Trump vows to hit ‘hard’

The United States has carried out new waves of strikes against Iran, targeting missile and coastal defense sites in the Strait of Hormuz. President Donald Trump declared the ceasefire over and vowed to hit Iran hard, while Iran has retaliated with attacks on Gulf states and claimed strikes on US-linked facilities. Oil prices surged amid fears of renewed conflict.

6 outlets · 10 articles Jul 8