9 May 2026
Father travelling to Ghotki after daughter’s death killed in dacoits’ firing near Karachi’s Super Highway
No arrests have been made so far, while further investigation is underway
9 May 2026
US-Iran talks may resume in Islamabad next week: report
If progress is made, the initial one-month talks period could be extended by mutual agreement.
9 May 2026
Qatar urges US to relocate Afghan refugees from Doha
The documents state that Qatar has requested the United States to determine the legal status of all individuals at the camp and has also asked that no additional Afghan refugees be sent to Qatar.
9 May 2026
Punjab starts e-service marriage registration
Sources said that all couples must register their marriage with respective Union Council under law.
9 May 2026
Marka-e-Haq event held at Lok Virsa
The focus was on the themes of national unity, the contribution of the armed forces, and the strength of the Pakistani nation.
9 May 2026
K-P govt makes CNIC mandatory for OPDs
The health department called this step necessary to stop the registration of fake or anonymous patients, avoid overcrowding, and provide proper treatment to genuine patients.
9 May 2026
Govt hikes petrol price by Rs14.92, high-speed diesel by Rs15
Petrol rate will be raised to Rs414.78 while the rate of HSD will go up to Rs414.58.
9 May 2026
Trump announces three-day ceasefire between Ukraine and Russia
ussia had previously announced a two-day unilateral ceasefire to mark its May 9 World War II Victory Day on Saturday.
8 May 2026
Over 1,800 beneficiaries receive loans under Pakistan’s ‘Apna Ghar’ Housing Scheme
Officials said that out of 25,304 applications received so far, 8,990 have been approved, with total sanctioned financing exceeding Rs37 billion.
8 May 2026
Govt places Public Private Partnership Authority under Privatisation Division for ‘better coordination’
Moreover, the handout mentioned that a Project Development Facility would also be established to help prepare and execute effective PPPs.
8 May 2026
IMF approves $1.2b tranche for Pakistan amid reform commitments
The funds are expected to be dispersed early next week and would increase the reserves of the central bank to above $17 billion.
8 May 2026
Umme Rubab Chandio claims life threats, demands action from authorities
She alleged incidents of firing near agricultural activity, which she described as attempts to scare workers and keep land uncultivated.
8 May 2026
NCCIA raids major call centre in Karachi, detains over 50 agents
NCCIA carrying out action against illegal call centres.
8 May 2026
Interior Ministry rejects claims of targeted deportations of Pakistanis from UAE
Pakistan and the UAE share longstanding diplomatic, economic and labour ties, with hundreds of thousands of Pakistanis living and working across the Gulf state in various sectors of the economy.
8 May 2026
FIA uncovers major gold and silver smuggling network in Karachi
According to the FIA, Tariq Mahmood, Director of TGM Gold Bullion Pvt. Limited has emerged as the central figure in the case.