ISLAMABAD – Pakistani weightlifter Saima Shahzad won the gold medal in the 61-kilogram category at the second Asian Masters and World Masters Grand Prix 2026, held in Islamabad.

The six-day event ran from October 20 to 25 at the Liaquat Gymnasium in the Pakistan Sports Complex. It was organised by the Pakistan Masters Weightlifting Association in collaboration with the Pakistan Sports Board. Organisers had expected around 250 athletes from 21 countries to take part.

Saima Shahzad has also previously won a bronze medal for Pakistan in the 55-kilogram category of the weightlifting competitions at the 13th South Asian Games (SAG) in 2019.

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RAWALPINDI – Security forces killed six terrorists belonging to the “Fitna al-Khawarij,” which the military describes as an Indian proxy, in an intelligence-based operation in the Zarkani area of Dera Ismail Khan. Two Pakistan Army soldiers were martyred in an intense exchange of fire.

According to the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR), the operation was carried out on October 24, 2026, after reports of the presence of terrorists in the area. Security forces responded effectively and killed six militants, whom the ISPR described as Indian-sponsored.

The ISPR said Naik Ghulam Murtaza and Sepoy Tasir Ahmad embraced martyrdom while fighting bravely. Naik Ghulam Murtaza, 36, belonged to Gujrat district, while 30-year-old Sepoy Tasir Ahmad was from Talagang district.

Weapons and ammunition were also recovered from the slain militants, who, according to the military’s media wing, had been involved in numerous terrorist attacks on security forces and law enforcement agencies and in the killing of innocent civilians.

The ISPR said a clearance operation is under way to eliminate any other militants present in the area.

It added that, under the National Action Plan approved by the Federal Apex Committee and in line with the “Azm-e-Istehkam” vision, counter-terrorism operations by security forces and law enforcement agencies will continue at full pace to completely rid the country of externally backed terrorism.

The ISPR also said the sacrifices of brave soldiers in defence of the homeland further strengthen the resolve to eliminate terrorism from the country.

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FAISALABAD – Five people were killed and one person was critically injured in an accident involving a passenger bus, a car and a coaster on the M-4 Motorway.

According to National Highways and Motorway Police spokesperson Syed Imran Ahmad, motorway police officers reached the scene immediately after receiving news of the accident. Reports have been received of five people killed and one seriously injured.

The spokesperson added that the DIG Motorway and the sector commander have also left for the site of the accident.

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ISLAMABAD – A father has been arrested for allegedly producing sexually exploitative videos of his own children and selling them online as part of a wider network, a senior National Cyber Crime Investigation Agency (NCCIA) official said on Sunday.

Speaking at a press conference in Islamabad, NCCIA Additional Director Shoaib Khan said the arrested man was making videos of his own children. Describing it as an unusual case, he said the children were aged between five and six, and that the videos were produced and sold through the Telegram app. A group had formed around circulating and selling such material, he added.

Khan said the network had also filmed the abuse of animals. He said nothing of this nature had previously surfaced in Pakistan’s history, and that the identities of those involved in such cases were not disclosed. According to him, the main suspect belonged to Skardu, while investigations were under way in Multan, Islamabad and southern Punjab.

Online sexual harassment case

Khan said the NCCIA had also arrested a suspect in an online sexual harassment case a day earlier, following a complaint from Karachi. He said action would also be taken against parents who knew of crimes involving their children but failed to report them. “In cases of sexual harassment, parents know what their child is doing,” he said.

The agency is launching an awareness campaign at universities and will also teach parents how to monitor what their children view on mobile phones. Khan said he would personally visit schools in Islamabad to raise awareness among parents, and that the campaign would later be expanded nationwide.

Crackdown on call centres

Khan said NCCIA Islamabad had also carried out crackdowns on call centres and identified a large number of such facilities in the capital. Seven FIRs had recently been registered, and between 13,000 and 14,000 devices had been recovered in these cases.

He warned the public not to share one-time passwords (OTPs) or PINs with anyone, noting that fake banking websites had been created that can look identical to genuine ones.

On Chinese nationals arrested in Pakistan, Khan said they would be punished under Pakistani law. After completing their sentences, their visas would be cancelled and they would be deported.

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LAHORE – The Pakistan Meteorological Department has forecast a powerful spell of rain entering Punjab from October 28.

A new western weather system is expected to bring rain, accompanied by strong winds and thunder, across the province, leading to a significant drop in temperature.

The rain spell will bring a change in the weather, and the intensity of the cold is likely to increase in the province.

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MUZAFFARABAD – At least seven people were killed when a jeep fell into a ravine in Shakar Parian, on the outskirts of Muzaffarabad, the capital of Azad Kashmir.

According to rescue officials and police, the jeep was loaded with grass and carrying seven people when it went out of control and fell into a ravine hundreds of feet deep. All seven on board, including the driver, died. Local residents and rescue workers shifted the bodies to hospital.

In a separate incident, four people, including a child and a woman, were killed and four others injured in a horrific collision between a passenger coach and a car on Tando Adam-Jhol Road in Sanghar’s Tando Adam taluka. The dead and injured were taken to the Taluka Hospital in Tando Adam.

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LAHORE – Pakistan ODI captain Shaheen Shah Afridi crossed a major milestone in the second match of the tri-series against England, completing 150 wickets in One Day International cricket. He is now the fastest Pakistani fast bowler to achieve the feat.

In the match at Lahore’s Gaddafi Stadium, Shaheen claimed his 150th ODI wicket by dismissing England’s in-form opener Tom Banton in the very first over. Banton had scored four consecutive half-centuries in his previous four innings, but he offered a catch in the covers off a full-length delivery from Shaheen.

Shaheen reached the milestone in his 80th ODI, while former Pakistan pace greats Waqar Younis and Shoaib Akhtar each took 91 matches to do so. Among Pakistani bowlers, Shaheen is now the second-fastest to the mark, behind former off-spinner Saqlain Mushtaq, who reached 150 wickets in 78 ODIs.

Globally, Shaheen is now jointly the fourth-fastest bowler to take 150 ODI wickets. Nepal’s Sandeep Lamichhane holds the world record, having reached the landmark in 73 matches, while Australia’s Mitchell Starc got there in 77.

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Pakistan beat England by one wicket in a nail-biting fourth match of the tri-nation ODI series.

The national team chased down the target of 242 in the 48th over, finishing on 9 wickets down, thanks to a brilliant century from Shadab Khan, who scored 113 off 96 balls.

Pakistan’s chase did not begin well. Fakhar Zaman was dismissed for 10, Saim Ayub made 6, Babar Azam 10, Saad Baig 32, Salman Agha 26 and Hasan Nawaz 15. Captain Shaheen Shah Afridi scored 4, Rizwanullah 8, and Arafat Minhas returned to the pavilion after making 1.

Earlier, at Lahore’s Gaddafi Stadium, Pakistan won the toss and elected to field first. England were bowled out for 241 in 46.4 overs.

Ben Duckett played a superb innings of 105 for England, while Sam Curran (42) and Gus Atkinson (36) also stood out. Will Jacks was dismissed for 13 and Jamie Overton for 10.

For Pakistan, captain Shaheen Shah Afridi bowled well to take four wickets, while Arafat Minhas and Rizwanullah claimed two each. Haris Rauf picked up one wicket.

The match was dedicated to Pink Day to raise awareness about breast cancer, with the national team taking the field in pink kit.

 

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ISLAMABAD – Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif launched an ambitious programme to provide half a million Chromebooks to students nationwide over the next two years, opening new doors to digital learning for hundreds of thousands of young Pakistanis.

Prime Minister’s Youth Chromebook Scheme was formally inaugurated at a ceremony in Islamabad today, marking another step towards making tech -based education more accessible, particularly for students who cannot afford modern digital devices.

Investing in the youth of Pakistan.

Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif arrives at the Convention Centre for the launch of the Prime Minister’s Youth Chromebook Scheme.

#PMYouthChromebookScheme https://t.co/WBOJoQ1OmC

— Prime Minister’s Youth Programme (@PMsYouthProgram) October 25, 2026

The initiative aims to bridge technological divide between students from different economic backgrounds, enabling young people to attend online classes, access international educational resources and build the skills required to compete in an increasingly digital world.

Addressing the ceremony, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif made it clear that Pakistan’s greatest investment was not in buildings or infrastructure alone, but in the education and capabilities of its young population. PM termed students country’s most valuable asset and stressed that providing them with modern educational tools was a collective responsibility of the government and the state.

5Lac Chromebooks in Two Years

Sharif led government plans to provide half million Chromebooks within two years, substantially accelerating the pace of its previous student technology initiatives.

He highlighted progress made under PML-N govt, and recalled that approximately 600,000 laptops had been distributed to students over a decade. This time, the government intends to provide 500,000 devices in only 24 months, reflecting its renewed emphasis on expanding digital access in education.

PM stressed that the distribution would recognize students’ hard work, abilities and educational achievements, reinforcing the principle that opportunities should be linked to merit rather than financial privilege. He also expressed optimism that the Chromebooks would help young Pakistanis continue their education remotely, participate in virtual classrooms and access learning material that was previously beyond their reach.

Delivering a message of encouragement to young Pakistanis, Shehbaz said that intelligence, ambition and determination were not confined to wealthy households. He stressed that students from financially disadvantaged families possessed the same potential to excel as their more privileged counterparts, provided they were given equal opportunities.

The government was committed to removing barriers that prevented deserving students from receiving quality education and preparing themselves for future challenges. Chromebook programme is intended to support this vision by bringing modern digital learning tools within the reach of students across the country.

He also highlighted the government’s continuing efforts to strengthen education through the expansion of Danish schools. Sharif announced that at least 27 such institutions were being established across Pakistan to provide modern educational facilities and essential services to deserving students completely free of charge.

Prime Minister’s Youth Programme Chairman Rana Mashhood Ahmad Khan, who addressed the ceremony before the premier, described the Chromebook initiative as an important development in the government’s efforts to empower young people. He revealed that the Tokyo Technology Care Foundation had taken practical steps to support digital facilities for 500,000 Pakistani students.

Eligibility

Only students enrolled in Government/Public Schools can apply. Private school students are not eligible.

Eligibility depends on the region:

• Punjab, Sindh, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, and Balochistan: Top-performing Grade 9 (SSC-I) students.
• AJK, Islamabad Capital Territory (ICT), and Gilgit-Baltistan: Top-performing students of both Grade 9 (SSC-I) and Grade 10 (SSC-II).

Students must appear on the list of top performers that their education board has submitted to IBCC. There is no single nationwide marks cutoff; each board decides its own “top-performing” criteria.

How to Apply

Applications are submitted online only through the official portal: https://pmychromebooks.ibcc.edu.pk/

Simple steps:

1. Select your education board.
2. Enter your CNIC/B-Form number, roll number, or registration number (numbers only, no dashes) along with your date of birth.
3. Click “Find my record” to load your details from the board’s list.
4. Review the information carefully.
5. Upload the required documents.
6. Submit the form and download your reference slip.

You can apply only once. Once submitted, the form cannot be edited. If your record is not found, try a different number or contact your school/board. Providing incorrect information can cancel your allocation.

Documents Needed

Prepare clear scans (each under 300 KB):

• Recent colour photograph (front-facing, plain background) – JPG or PNG
• SSC-I or SSC-II mark sheet – JPG, PNG or PDF
• Attested copy of your B-Form or CNIC – JPG, PNG or PDF
• Attested copy of father’s or guardian’s CNIC – JPG, PNG or PDF

The announcement has generated interest among students seeking access to free educational devices. However, the government has not yet detailed the complete application and registration process in the information shared at the launch.

The official registration portal, eligibility conditions, application deadlines, academic criteria and province-wise distribution arrangements have yet to be clarified.

Students should therefore follow updates from the Prime Minister’s Youth Programme and other authorized government channels for information about how to apply.

The launch of the 500,000-Chromebook initiative, alongside the expansion of Danish schools, signals a broader effort to strengthen Pakistan’s education sector by connecting academic opportunity with modern technology.

For hundreds of thousands of students, particularly those from families struggling to afford digital devices, the programme could provide an important opportunity to access learning resources, develop valuable skills and pursue a more promising educational future.

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MADRID – A fresh wave of unrest swept across Europe, with hundreds of thousands taking to the streets of France, Spain, Italy, Albania and Portugal to protest rising living costs, housing shortages, education problems and growing dissatisfaction with government policies.

It all started as peaceful demonstrations in several EU cities but escalated into violent clashes, leaving police officers and protesters injured, businesses vandalized and hundreds of people under arrest. Youngsters, including teenagers and school students, emerged as key force in the unrest, while social media played a major role in bringing crowds onto the streets.

BREAKING: Mass protests sweep Europe.
· France: 410k march, 70k police, nearly 1,000 arrested.
· Italy: 500 soldiers deploy in Milan, luxury boutiques boarded up.
· Spain: 25k demand pensions in Madrid.
· Albania: Agriculture Ministry entrance set on fire. https://t.co/YozeWNoiSu

— HINT News (@9415st) October 25, 2026

The latest demonstrations followed earlier weekend of serious disturbances, forcing European authorities to tighten security, deploy additional police personnel and warn of tougher action against those involved in violence.

France witnessed some of major demonstrations, with protesters venting anger over rising household expenses, deteriorating public services, inequality and problems within the education system. Over weekend, around half million people participated in demonstrations across the country, according to official estimates, while trade unions claimed the actual turnout could have reached 800,000.

BREAKING: Chaos Erupts In Barcelona As Protest Turns Violent, More Than 100 Arrested https://t.co/xYvIXwvXP5

— Geopolitics Now 360 (@geopoliticsnow_) October 25, 2026

Authorities deployed thousands of security personnel to maintain order as large crowds gathered in Paris, Marseille and other major cities. Although many demonstrations remained peaceful, confrontations erupted in several locations when masked groups clashed with police. Security forces used tear gas and water cannon to disperse violent protesters, while nearly 1,000 people were reportedly detained.

The latest disturbances came just a week after an even more intense outbreak of violence, during which reports indicated approximately 2,400 arrests and injuries to nearly 1,000 security personnel. Student groups also joined the protests, demanding better school facilities, more teachers and increased education funding, adding further pressure on the French government.

Barcelona became another flashpoint after hundreds of young demonstrators gathered near Plaça de Catalunya on Saturday, October 24, following protest calls circulated through social media. The gathering, attended by estimated 500 to 600 people, quickly deteriorated as groups dressed in black and wearing face coverings began confronting police, damaging public property and setting fires.

Several vehicles, rubbish containers and street installations were set ablaze, while shops were vandalized and looted. Firefighters responded to more than 30 incidents as violence spread through parts of the city, disrupting public transport and leaving some shoppers temporarily trapped inside commercial establishments.

Authorities also seized knives, sprays, fireworks, masks and other objects allegedly carried by those involved in the disturbances. Barcelona Mayor Jaume Collboni and Catalan President Salvador Illa strongly condemned the violence and warned that those responsible would face legal consequences.

The unusually high number of teenagers involved has also prompted discussions about parental responsibility and the growing influence of online protest campaigns.

Albania Protests

Albania has also been jolted by demonstrations as thousands of protesters demand the resignation of Prime Minister Edi Rama. Public frustration over alleged corruption, education costs, economic difficulties and government policies has fueled the unrest, with students and opposition supporters taking part in successive rallies.

Tensions escalated again in the capital, Tirana, on October 24 when protesters confronted security forces near government buildings. Police used tear gas and other crowd-control measures after groups allegedly threw stones and attacked public property.

Dozens of people were detained, while reports covering the wider period of unrest indicated that more than 300 protesters and police personnel had been injured. Authorities have accused disruptive groups and alleged outside elements of provoking violence, but opposition activists insist that the demonstrations reflect genuine anger over the country’s political and economic situation.

Italy Protests

Italy experienced protests across several major cities, including Milan, Rome, Turin, Naples, Bologna and Florence, as demonstrators raise concerns about inflation, education, public services and government spending priorities.

Some protesters have also opposed increased military expenditure and international conflicts. Earlier demonstrations, particularly in Milan, were marked by vandalism, fires and confrontations involving stones, bottles and fireworks.

Madrid Protests

While some cities witnessed violent disorder, protesters in Madrid focused on pension protection and economic security. Around 25,000 people gathered in the Spanish capital on October 24 to demand improvements to the public pension system and stronger financial safeguards for retirees.

Demonstrators called for pensions to remain linked to inflation, minimum retirement payments to move closer to the national minimum wage and action to reduce inequalities between male and female pension recipients. They also opposed proposals that could increase private-sector involvement in retirement benefits.

Spain simultaneously faced growing anger over housing affordability, with campaigners protesting against expensive rents, evictions and property speculation.

Portugal Joins Growing Protests

Similar concerns have triggered protests in Portugal, where residents of Lisbon and Porto have taken to the streets over rising housing expenses and the shortage of affordable accommodation.

Protesters established temporary encampments to highlight the difficulties faced by tenants and lower-income households. Tensions escalated when police moved to clear some protest sites, resulting in confrontations and arrests.

The demonstrations have drawn attention to growing frustration among younger residents who say increasing housing costs are making independent living and long-term financial security increasingly difficult.

Despite differences in political demands, the demonstrations reveal common concerns affecting several European countries. Rising prices, housing insecurity, pressure on public services and dissatisfaction with political leadership have contributed to growing public frustration, particularly among younger generations.

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TEHRAN/WASHINGTON – A possible diplomatic breakthrough between Iran and United States emerged amid growing fears of another devastating military confrontation, with reports claiming Tehran is prepared to reopen Strait of Hormuz if Washington ends its blockade of Iranian ports.

Iranian sources issued conflicting statements over the proposal, raising questions about whether the two countries are moving closer to negotiations or another round of military strikes. The latest development comes as Pakistan steps up efforts to facilitate dialogue between Washington and Tehran, while reports of fresh American and Israeli military preparations have triggered widespread anxiety across Iran.

Al Arabiya reported that Tehran communicated through Pakistani intermediaries that it could allow shipping operations to resume through the strategically important Strait of Hormuz if US withdraws its naval restrictions on Iranian ports.

The report also claimed that Tehran informed Islamabad of its willingness to restart negotiations with Washington, offering potential opening in a confrontation that has disrupted regional trade and global energy markets. Iranian Ambassador to Pakistan Reza Amiri Moghadam reportedly acknowledged Tehran’s willingness to restore shipping through the waterway under certain conditions, according to an Associated Press report dated October 24.

An Iranian source speaking to Tasnim news agency challenged that account, insisting that no fresh proposal had been delivered to Pakistan and rejecting the suggestion that Tehran had agreed to exchange the reopening of the strait for the removal of the US blockade. The conflicting claims mean that neither the existence nor the precise terms of a new diplomatic offer have been firmly established.

While diplomatic channels remain active, the threat of another war is dominating public concern inside Iran. Reports that United States and Israel prepared plans for renewed military strikes have unsettled Iranian communities already struggling with the consequences of earlier attacks.

American officials reportedly indicated that operational preparations for additional strikes had been completed, although any decision to proceed would ultimately depend on President Donald Trump.

Trump warned that he may authorize military action if diplomatic efforts fail, including the possibility of strikes following the US midterm elections. He continues to insist that Iran must not develop a nuclear weapons capability, while taking a hard line on Tehran’s nuclear activities. American president alternated between threatening overwhelming military force and suggesting that an agreement could help revive Iran’s struggling economy. These mixed messages have intensified uncertainty among Iranians, many of whom fear that another round of fighting could begin with little warning.

The possibility of renewed military action comes against the backdrop of extensive destruction and civilian casualties from earlier hostilities. One of deadliest incidents occurred in late February, when American strike hit an elementary school in Minab, killing 156 children and teachers, according to the reported casualty figures.

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The broader conflict has already taken a devastating toll. Figures released by Iran’s Red Crescent Society indicate that at least 1,900 civilians were killed during 40 days of bombardment. Iranian authorities have also estimated the economic damage from the war at approximately $300 billion, reflecting the destruction of infrastructure and disruption of economic activity.

Pakistan in Spotlight

Pakistan emerged as an important intermediary in efforts to prevent another confrontation between Iran and the United States. Alongside Qatar and Russia, Islamabad participated in intensive diplomatic contacts last week aimed at bringing the rival governments back into meaningful negotiations.

Despite those initiatives, two sides remain divided over the future of Iran’s nuclear programme and the conditions necessary for a settlement. Iranian officials have publicly rejected the possibility of yielding to Washington’s demands under military pressure, insisting that threats and sanctions will not force Tehran to abandon its stated position.

Iranian military leaders and lawmakers have warned that any renewed attack would provoke a forceful response, potentially expanding the conflict across the Middle East. Supporters of the government’s hard-line factions have also continued holding rallies demanding retaliation against the United States and Israel.

American officials added to tensions on Friday by claiming that intelligence indicated Iran was considering operations targeting US personnel stationed in the region. These warnings have raised concerns that miscalculation by either side could trigger a wider regional confrontation.

Beyond the military threat, worsening economic conditions have emerged as another major source of anxiety for ordinary Iranians. International sanctions, disruptions to commercial activity and the American naval blockade have placed additional strain on an economy already weakened by war.

Iranian currency has suffered a steep decline against US Dollar, while prices of some essential food items have reportedly surged by more than 200 percent. Rising living costs have made everyday survival increasingly difficult for households dealing with shrinking purchasing power and uncertainty over future supplies.

A credible agreement allowing maritime traffic to resume while easing restrictions on Iranian ports could therefore provide relief well beyond the Middle East. For now, however, hopes of an immediate settlement remain uncertain.

With Tehran disputing reports of a formal offer, Washington maintaining military options and Pakistan continuing its diplomatic engagement, the confrontation remains at a critical stage.

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LAHORE – If you use Lahore Ring Road for your commute, you need to check New traffic violation fines, with penalties reaching as high as Rs10,000 for offences, including underage driving and illegal overtaking.

The latest increase comes after similar revision in traffic police fines, making even routine traffic violations more expensive for drivers, motorcyclists and pedestrians. One of key changes concerns driving without a valid licence. The penalty jumped tenfold from just Rs500 to Rs5,000, meaning motorists caught behind the wheel without proper documentation will now face a substantially heavier fine.

Ring Road New Traffic Fines

Traffic Violation	New Fine
Driving without a licence	Rs5,000
Illegal overtaking (cars)	Rs5,000
Illegal overtaking (vehicles above 2,000cc)	Rs10,000
Wrong lane usage	Rs2,000
Wrong-way entry	Rs5,000
Smoke-emitting cars	Rs4,000
Smoke-emitting Vans, Buses	Rs5,000
Illegal parking	Rs2,000
Underage driving	Rs10,000
Black-tinted windows	Rs5,000
Missing or non-standard number plates	Rs5,000
Motorcycle entry on Ring Road	Rs5,000
Pedestrian crossing violation	Rs1,000

Illegal overtaking has also become costly offence. Cars drivers will face Rs5,000 fine, while those driving vehicles with engine capacities exceeding 2,000cc will be penalised Rs10,000 for the same violation. Motorists using the wrong lane will have to pay Rs2,000, while entering a one-way road in the wrong direction will result in a Rs5,000 fine.

Authorities have also increased penalties for smoke emitting vehicles. Cars emitting excessive smoke will face a Rs4,000 fine, while commercial vehicles violating emission regulations will be penalised Rs5,000. Parking violations will also hit motorists harder, as the fine for illegal parking has doubled from Rs1,000 to Rs2,000.

Underage driving will attract Rs10,000 penalty, making it one of the highest traffic offences under the revised structure. Drivers using black-tinted windows will face a Rs5,000 fine. The same penalty will apply to vehicles operating without number plates or displaying non-standard registration plates.

Bikers have also been warned against entering Ring Road, where motorcycle entry is prohibited. Anyone violating the restriction will face a Rs5,000 fine. The revised penalties are not limited to motorists. Pedestrians crossing the road in violation of traffic rules will now be fined Rs1,000, compared with the previous penalty of Rs200, representing a fivefold increase.

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GUJRANWALA – A newlywed bride’s wedding celebrations ended in tragedy after the woman was gunned down while returning home with her husband from their Walima ceremony in Gujranwala.

The victim, identified as Saba, entered new phase of her life, but was aunware about the unambush or such plot. Two armed men intercepted car carrying the couple near Samanabad Chungi. According to police, the attackers specifically target the bride, and Saba suffered multiple gunshot wounds to her chest and abdomen, leaving her critically injured.

She was immediately rushed to nearby hospital in a desperate attempt to save her life. However, despite efforts to provide medical assistance, she succumbed to her injuries, turning what should have been one of the happiest occasions for her family into a devastating tragedy.

Investigators uncovered possible motive that makes the case even more disturbing. According to the First Information Report (FIR), a suspect identified as Sarfaraz allegedly wanted to marry Saba, but his proposal had been rejected. Police suspect that the refusal may have triggered resentment, ultimately leading to the fatal attack shortly after Saba married another man.

The allegation has raised serious questions about the circumstances surrounding the killing, although investigators have yet to establish the complete sequence of events or determine the individual roles of everyone involved.

Police registered a murder case and launched an investigation to identify and arrest the perpetrators. Reports indicate that Crime Control Department (CCD) is engaged in the case, while some local accounts place the incident within the jurisdiction of Aroop Police Station.

Investigators are looking into CCTV footage from the surrounding area to trace the bike borne attackers. The suspects remained at large at the time of the initial reports, with police continuing efforts to track them down.

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Apple’s much-awaited foldable iPhone landed in unexpected security controversy, with hackets managing to jailbreak new iPhone Duo just hours after its official launch, raising serious questions about the protection offered by the company’s iOS 27 operating system.

The breakthrough came this week, when security researchers from group known as Calif demonstrated how Apple’s software restrictions could be bypassed on the newly released device running iOS 27.1. The development quickly attracted attention because it targeted Apple’s first foldable smartphone almost immediately after its commercial debut. However, security experts distinguish the controlled jailbreak demonstration from an actual cyberattack targeting ordinary iPhone customers.

Apple’s Foldable iPhone Security

Apple unveiled iPhone Duo on September 9, opening pre-orders on October 16 before launching the device across approximately 70 countries and regions on October 23. The premium smartphone features passport-style folding design, combining a 5.4-inch external display with a 7.6-inch inner OLED screen. Powered by Apple’s A20 Pro processor, the device includes a titanium frame, dual-battery configuration and a starting price of $1,999 for its 256GB variant.

While other compatible iPhones continued running iOS 27.0.1, Apple introduced iOS 27.1 specifically for the Duo. But within hours of customers gaining access to the new handset, researchers had already demonstrated a way around its software protections.

iOS 27 Security Glitch

Calif released a short demonstration showing unusual modifications to the iPhone Duo’s Home Screen. Apps icons and widgets appeared to move and bounce as the smartphone was tilted. An animated character also appeared on the display, highlighting the researchers’ ability to alter normally restricted interface elements.

The achievement followed an earlier jailbreak demonstration involving an iPhone 18 Pro running iOS 27.0.1.

Researchers reportedly identified weaknesses involving system-level protections, including potential sandbox escape and Secure Page Table Monitor bypass techniques. AI also reportedly assisted development process, although the researchers have not publicly explained which tools were used or how extensively they contributed.

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iPhone Duo Users Be Hacked Without Warning?

The jailbreak was conducted by security researchers under controlled conditions rather than through a mass hacking campaign. Such demonstrations can require specific technical circumstances, physical access or user interaction, meaning the successful compromise of one research device does not establish that millions of iPhones are exposed to identical attacks.

Another circulating claim suggests that restarting an affected iPhone cannot reverse the compromise. Although Calif’s earlier iPhone 18 Pro jailbreak reportedly survived a reboot, the iPhone Duo demonstration did not clearly establish the same capability.

Apple iOS 27.2 Update

Attention shifted towards Apple’s upcoming iOS 27.2 software update, which is expected to address several weaknesses linked to the jailbreak research. Security researcher Stefan Esser indicated that most of the underlying vulnerabilities had either been disclosed to Apple or were expected to be reported shortly.

As of October 25, iOS 27.2 was undergoing testing, with its public release anticipated around the final week of October or shortly afterward.

Despite speculation, iOS 28 is not connected to the incident. Claims describing the discovery as Apple’s first major security vulnerability since iOS 9 are also inaccurate, as numerous significant iPhone security flaws have been documented and patched over the intervening years.

iPhone Duo owners should follow updates through and install security fixes when available. Users should also avoid unofficial jailbreak downloads, particularly websites claiming to offer Calif’s unreleased tools.

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Human understanding of the universe has made remarkable progress over the past few centuries.

For a long time, people believed that the Earth was the centre of everything. Later, scientific discoveries showed that the Earth revolves around the Sun. We then learned that our Sun is just one star among billions in the Milky Way galaxy, and that our galaxy itself is only one of billions of galaxies in the observable universe.

With each new discovery, the universe appeared larger and more astonishing than we had imagined.

But these discoveries also raised a fundamental question: Where did the universe itself come from?

Modern science has made significant progress in understanding the universe’s early history. According to the Big Bang model, the universe was once extremely hot and dense. It then began to expand, gradually cooling as matter formed and stars and galaxies eventually emerged.

The Big Bang was not an ordinary explosion in an empty space that already existed. Rather, it describes the expansion of space itself and the universe’s development from its early, hot, dense state.

Several important observations support this scientific model. It has helped us understand how the universe has evolved over billions of years.

However, we must make an important distinction here.

The Big Bang theory explains the universe’s early development, but it does not, by itself, prove or disprove the existence of God. Nor does it establish that the universe came into existence from absolute philosophical nothingness.

The scientific account of the universe’s early history and the deeper question of why anything exists at all are related, but they are not identical.

This brings us to another difficult question: what existed before the universe?

The answer isn’t as simple as it may seem. According to our current understanding, time itself is closely connected with the universe. If time as we know it began with the universe, asking what happened before it may not have the same meaning as asking what happened before an ordinary event.

At the same time, our scientific knowledge of the universe’s earliest moments remains incomplete. We cannot confidently claim that we have answered every question about the beginning of the universe.

Even if science eventually explains more fully how the universe developed from its earliest state, another question will remain: Why does the universe exist at all?

Why is there something rather than nothing?

Why do the laws of nature exist, and why does the universe follow them?

These questions take us beyond describing physical processes and toward the deeper question of existence itself.

Consider an ordinary example. When it rains, science can explain how water evaporates, how clouds form, and how changes in temperature and atmospheric conditions lead to rainfall. These explanations help us understand the process.

But questions can arise at another level. Why does nature operate according to these laws? Why do the basic conditions that make such processes possible exist in the first place?

This does not mean that science has failed. On the contrary, scientific explanations have greatly expanded our understanding of the natural world. The point is simply that explaining how something happens and asking why there is a universe in which it can happen are two different kinds of questions.

The first concerns the processes taking place within the universe. The second asks about the ultimate basis of the universe’s existence.

This distinction matters because discussions of God’s existence should not rest on gaps in scientific knowledge. A scientific question unanswered today may be answered through future research. The deeper philosophical question, however, is not merely about what science has yet to discover. It concerns the universe’s existence and the laws that govern it.

As we study the universe more closely, another remarkable feature becomes apparent: it operates according to a consistent order. We can describe its behaviour through mathematical relationships and physical laws. The forces of nature and the conditions prevailing in the universe have made the formation of stars, planets, complex chemical structures, and, eventually, life as we know it possible.

These observations raise further questions. Why does the universe have this particular order? Why are its laws the way they are? And how should we understand the fact that the universe permits the emergence of such complexity?

The existence of order does not, by itself, settle the question of God. We must examine the arguments carefully rather than jump to a conclusion. But it does provide a meaningful starting point for the next stage of our discussion.

We have moved from asking how the universe developed to asking why it exists and why it has the particular structure we observe.

Why is the universe the way it is?

That is the question we will explore in the next part.

A Note to Readers

This series is not based solely on my personal thoughts, nor is it a claim to present a new theory.

For centuries, human beings have been reflecting on the reality of the universe and the mystery of existence. In this long intellectual journey, science has given us observations and facts, and philosophy has given us questions and arguments. In this series, I have tried to bring this scattered intellectual heritage together—to understand how these ideas connect and where their limits lie.

My aim is not to claim that science alone can prove every religious belief. My aim is simply to explore how far reason, scientific inquiry, philosophical thought, and the guidance of the Quran—when taken together—can help us understand the existence of God.

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Israel is talking about the pickaxe mountain, where Iran is enriching uranium, and is making it a potential red line. Reportedly, leaders discussed a narrow 7-day window for joint military operations, and Trump’s response was a get-ready signal with no timeframe.

Ten days from the US midterm elections and three days left in the Israeli general election, Prime Minister Netanyahu broke his deafening silence and appeared at a formal military function. Netanyahu stressed the existential threat to Israel from Iran. He declared toppling Iran’s present regime as the only way in view of Mujtaba Khamenei’s ambitions for a nuclear weapon.

Abbas Iraqchi, in return, has also delivered a blunt message to the USA and Israel. He even accused Netanyahu of pushing Trump towards another War for political survival. War is likely to be used as a political lifeline. Today’s world is otherwise governed by underground forces, as stated recently by the British Prime Minister, and is being manifested from the US to Afghanistan, including my beloved country. Pakistan has recently tried to bring Tehran to the table at the highest level, but Iran remains firm on its demands of blockade lifting and asset freeze.

The US has conveyed the latest demand fornegotiation directly, also threatening the mother of all bombs shall manifestunprecedented destruction, inhalation, devastation, havoc, obliteration,demolition and wreckages for Iran and the World to see. Iran’sretort is even vicious and has threatened to bring the entire region engulfed in war even if a single attack is made. Iran warns to burn things to ashes with no limits, no hesitation or considerations. In the last 4 days, many military and diplomatic jets have flown in and out of Tehran.

America still wants to negotiate on its terms after 9 months of lingering conflict and continues to threaten with unimaginable intensity and shock. Three aircraft carriers with over200 aircraft alone claim to be burning to ashes the famous nuclear mountain of Iran. By making shallow claims, the US admits its failure that bombs used before were insufficient, while not giving any logic as to how this intensity shall guarantee success this time around.

However, Iran is confident it can survive another round of fighting if it happens. In reality, the USA has not created anything new in the technology of warfare domains in the last 9 months. Although three aircraft carriers and more troops have arrived, they are not nearby, and Iran has 24/7 surveillance with real-time satellite imagery, not static imagery.

A US victory, even if orchestrated brutally, will not be a defeat for Iran. The balance of power in the Middle East has shifted in the last 9 months. Expanding defence pacts coupled with exposed UAE-Israel-India nexuses and losing US grip over the region has left a vacuum in one of the important regions of the World.

The war in West Asia is about to escalate. Markets are already sensing the roar; oil prices are rising,stocks are falling, and crude oil has crossed 110 $ per barrel, meaning prices have effectively entered the danger zone. No short-term respite is foreseeable. European energy is being rationed, and the looming reality means Europe can no longer supply energy to its people; soon the rest of the world will face the same. US must choose wisely between sanctions, pressure and patience, bankruptcy, and bombs.

Desperation can lead to anything; Trump is desperate for a notion of victory, while Iran pledges to be ready for a doomsday scenario. Birds, animals, and even humans in the region are sensing disaster.

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RIYADH – Saudi Arabia’s King Khalid International Airport resumed flight operations after nearly two weeks of disruption caused by Houthi attacks. However, passengers continue to face widespread cancellations, with approximately 57 percent of listed departures cancelled despite the airport’s reopening.

The resumption of flights has brought some relief to stranded travellers, but fresh security threats from Yemen’s Houthi fighters have raised concerns over whether normal operations can be fully restored.

Passengers travelling between Riyadh and destinations including Pakistan, the United Arab Emirates, Kuwait, Jordan and the United Kingdom have been advised to verify their flight status before heading to the airport.

Riyadh Airport Latest Flight Status

Flight-information recorded on Sunday morning shows that Riyadh Airport remains severely affected by disruptions, even as authorities gradually restore domestic and international services. 176 departures, which is over 50 percent of listed flights, were cancelled, while several other services remained scheduled to operate.

Although the airport has reopened, flight schedules remain inconsistent across airlines and destinations. The following services were listed as scheduled or cancelled in the October 25 morning flight information.

Passengers should remember that a scheduled flight does not necessarily mean the aircraft has departed. Airlines may change departure times or cancel services at short notice.

Pakistan to Riyadh Flights

Pakistani passengers travelling to or from Saudi Arabia are also being urged to check their reservations, particularly those booked on services connecting Riyadh with Lahore, Karachi and Islamabad. October 25 arrivals information listed Fly Jinnah flight 9P580 from Lahore and flight 9P612 from Karachi as scheduled arrivals at Riyadh Airport.

Riyadh Air’s Islamabad-to-Riyadh flight RX662 was listed among the cancelled services for October 25. Passengers travelling with Pakistan International Airlines, Saudia, Flynas, Fly Jinnah and other carriers should contact their respective airlines to confirm departures, arrivals and any revised travel arrangements.

Flight operations at King Khalid International Airport were severely disrupted following a series of attacks attributed to Yemen’s Houthi fighters during October. Houthis claimed responsibility for a major attack on October 10, which reportedly killed 13 people and injured more than 300 others.

The incident triggered serious security concerns and forced airlines to suspend or adjust several domestic and international services. After approximately two weeks of disruption, airport authorities announced that flights would resume on October 25.

Despite the reopening announcement, Houthi military spokesperson Yahya Saree has warned airlines, airport employees and passengers against using King Khalid International Airport. He described the airport as an unsafe military target and threatened further attacks, raising fears of renewed disruption.

Meanwhile, Saudi Arabia’s Civil Defense Directorate reported that an emergency alert had been issued to Riyadh residents on Sunday morning, warning them of a potential security threat. The warning has added uncertainty for passengers and airlines planning to resume regular operations.

Travellers should not assume that the reopening of King Khalid International Airport means all domestic and international services have returned to normal. Passengers are advised to keep their booking information available, monitor airline notifications, check terminal assignments and follow Saudi authorities’ official security instructions.

Saudi authorities have begun restoring services, but there is no confirmed timetable for the complete resumption of all scheduled flights. The pace of recovery is likely to depend on security conditions, airline operational decisions and the availability of aircraft and crews.

Saudi Arabia faces Houthi Attacks targeting Riyadh Airport, Dammam, Yanbu Oil Hub, Rabigh Refinery

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LAHORE – Sindh Drug Testing Laboratory (DTL) declared seven batches of six widely used medicines counterfeit, revealing that the tested products contained none of the essential active ingredients needed to treat patients.

ARY News reported alarming findings, raising questions about how fake medicines carrying the names of trusted pharmaceutical brands made their way into the medicine supply chain, potentially putting unsuspecting patients at risk. The pharmac giants behind all six brands denied manufacturing the identified batches, suggesting that counterfeit products may be circulating under the names of established drug manufacturers.

Fake Medicines Alert

Sindh Drugs Authority Director Adnan Rizvi said the laboratory identified counterfeit batches of six medicines commonly used to treat bacterial infections, stomach problems, abdominal cramps, pain, inflammation and constipation.

Medicine

Velosef 500mg Capsules

Augmentin 625mg Tablets

No-Spa Forte 80mg Tablets

Mucaine Suspension

Brexin Tablets

Laxoberon Liquid

The laboratory classified the seven batches as counterfeit under the Drugs Act, 1976, after testing established that the samples lacked the active pharmaceutical ingredients claimed on their labels. This means patients using the affected counterfeit products could have been taking medicines that failed to deliver their intended therapeutic effects.

The investigation took a more troubling turn when the manufacturers associated with the affected brands rejected the authenticity of the identified products. Rizvi revealed that Martin Dow Marker, the manufacturer of Laxoberon, formally informed authorities in writing that the two identified batches had not been produced by the company.

Pakistan tightens net on Fake Drugs with Mandatory 2D Barcodes

The discovery raised critical question: how did medicines allegedly manufactured by counterfeiters find their way into the pharmaceutical supply chain under the names of recognised brands? Although the laboratory findings establish that the tested batches were counterfeit, authorities have not yet publicly identified their source, distribution network or the individuals responsible for producing them.

Following the startling findings, Sindh Drug Testing Laboratory has forwarded its reports to the Secretary of the Sindh Quality Control Board and the Provincial Drug Inspector, Karachi South, for legal action under the Drugs Act, 1976.

Medical experts warn that counterfeit medicines without their declared active ingredients can have potentially devastating consequences, particularly when patients depend on them to treat serious illnesses.

 

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LAHORE – Pakistan and England prepare for One-Day International (ODI) clash at Gaddafi Stadium today and, Lahore Traffic Police chalked out an extensive traffic management plan, deploying more than 1,000 wardens and making designated parking locations.

Chief Traffic Officer (CTO) Lahore Syed Abdul Rahim Shirazi confirmed two SSPs, seven DSPs and 90 inspectors will supervise traffic arrangements around Gaddafi Stadium, team movement routes and surrounding roads. More than 1,000 traffic wardens will be stationed at key locations, while 10 forklifts and five breakdown vehicles will remain available to tackle illegal parking, remove obstructing vehicles and prevent congestion.

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— Lahore Traffic Police (@ctplahore) October 25, 2026

With thousands of cricket fans expected to head towards the stadium, authorities have also designated four parking facilities to ensure smoother entry and exit.

Traffic police have confirmed that Mall Road, Canal Road, Jail Road and Main Boulevard Gulberg will remain open throughout the match. However, motorists should prepare for brief traffic interruptions when the Pakistan and England teams travel to or from Gaddafi Stadium. According to the CTO, roads along the teams’ routes will be temporarily closed during their movement, but all diversions will be removed immediately after the convoys pass.

Officials stressed that no road will remain permanently closed during the match.

Parking

To prevent parking problems and heavy traffic around Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore Traffic Police have announced separate parking arrangements for spectators travelling from different parts of the city.

Spectators have been urged to use the designated parking areas rather than leaving vehicles on main roads or near the stadium, where illegally parked vehicles could be removed.

CTO Syed Abdul Rahim Shirazi has advised residents to avoid unnecessary travel towards Gaddafi Stadium during team movements, warning that temporary restrictions could cause short delays on nearby roads.

Cricket spectators have been instructed to follow traffic wardens’ directions for parking and stadium entry, while commuters are encouraged to check traffic updates before travelling. Despite the extensive arrangements, authorities have assured citizens that major roads will remain operational and traffic will be restored immediately after each team movement.

Pakistan eye 3rd Straight Win as England face Do-or-Die Clash in Lahore ODI Today

 

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KARACHI – A price relief is on cards for millions of Pakistani consumers as liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) rates are expected to come down by Rs70 to Rs80 per kg with the reopening of the Pakistan-Iran border and the arrival of thousands of tonnes of imported gas at Port Qasim.

The development could bring end to worsening LPG shortage, particularly in Karachi, and parts of KP where disrupted imports had put pressure on supplies and pushed up market prices.

LPG transportation through the Gabd-Rimdan border crossing between Pakistan and Iran has resumed, allowing hundreds of stranded gas bowsers to move towards clearance. More than 200 LPG bowsers are expected to be cleared today, potentially releasing an additional 3,000 to 4,000 tonnes of LPG into Pakistan’s domestic market.

The anticipated influx of Iranian LPG has raised hopes of a sharp correction in prices, with industry sources forecasting a reduction of Rs50 to Rs70 per kilogram once supplies reach local distributors.

The reopening of the Iranian border is not the only positive development for consumers. Two LPG vessels have also arrived at Port Qasim, providing a significant boost to the country’s imported gas supplies. One vessel carrying 4,520 metric tonnes of LPG has already anchored at the port, while another ship transporting 3,083 metric tonnes has completed its cargo discharge and departed, according to a Port Qasim spokesperson.

Together, these shipments are of 7,603 metric tonnes of LPG. With another 3,000 to 4,000 tonnes expected through the Iranian border, Pakistan could receive a combined supply boost of approximately 10,600 to 11,600 metric tonnes of LPG, including the maritime shipments already handled.

LPG vessels have also reached the SSGC terminal operated by PGP Consortium, while cargo-handling operations continue at Port Qasim.

Industry sources believe the combined arrival of Iranian bowsers and imported LPG vessels could improve availability not only in Karachi but also in other major cities facing supply disruptions.

The reopening of the Gabd-Rimdan crossing is particularly significant because it restores a key import route that had been affected by the recent suspension of cross-border trade. As stranded bowsers begin entering Pakistan and additional shipments reach distributors, the pressure on LPG supplies is expected to ease.

LPG Cylinder may soon cost over Rs10,000 as Per Kg Price hits Rs750

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