9 May 2026
Nawaz calls for relief measures to protect people from inflation after fuel price hike
He was briefed on the reasons behind the recent increase in petroleum prices
9 May 2026
WHO chief reaches Spain before hantavirus-hit ship evacuation
The development triggered heightened concern among international health officials and maritime authorities.
9 May 2026
Norovirus outbreak sickens over 100 passengers on Caribbean Princess cruise ship
The outbreak was reported to the CDC on May 7
9 May 2026
Bodies of two young men recovered from Gadani Sea
The bodies have been shifted to a nearby hospital to complete legal formalities.
9 May 2026
Sindh govt issues NOC for Aurat March with dress, slogan conditions
The permission comes after organisers reportedly faced delays in approval and raised concerns over lack of response from authorities.
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.