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ISLAMABAD :During a Supreme Court hearing on the review of the reserved seats verdict, Justice Jamal Khan Mandokhail remarked that the Sunni Ittehad Council (SIC) is not entitled to reserved seats. A constitutional bench of the Supreme Court on Monday live-streamed its proceedings for the first time as the 11-member constitutional bench led by Justice Aminuddin Khan resumed the proceedings after two judges — Justice Ayesha A. Malik and Justice Aqeel Ahmed Abbasi — declared the petitions inadmissible during the initial hearings and chose to step down from further deliberations. Justice Musarrat Hilali raised critical questions, asking how SIC could…

Supreme Court on Monday scrutinized the recent transfers of judges to the Islamabad High Court (IHC), with a five-member constitutional bench, led by Justice Muhammad Ali Mazhar, emphasizing that judicial involvement at four levels is mandatory in the transfer process even a single objection can halt it. The hearing in the high-profile judicial transfer case was adjourned until Tuesday. During the hearing, senior lawyer Faisal Siddiqi, representing the Karachi Bar, argued that judicial seniority was manipulated secretly, with overnight changes made to seniority lists through executive means — calling it a “usurpation of authority.” Justice Mazhar asked Siddiqi whether Article…

Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb on Monday said that the burden of debt repayments is expected to ease as Pakistan moves towards macroeconomic stability, with efforts underway to implement long-term structural reforms and provide relief to the salaried class. In a statement issued by the Ministry of Finance, Mr Aurangzeb said that key measures are being taken in the upcoming budget to reduce the tax burden on salaried individuals. “Tax is deducted at the source when salaried people receive their income. We are taking steps to ease this burden,” he noted, adding that pension reforms are also under consideration. However, no…

Israeli military strikes killed at least 30 Palestinians across the Gaza Strip on Sunday, including a senior rescue service official and a journalist, local health authorities said. The latest deaths in the Israeli campaign resulted from separate Israeli strikes in Khan Younis in the south, Jabalia in the north, and Nuseirat in the central Gaza Strip, medics said. In Jabalia, they said local journalist Hassan Majdi Abu Warda and several family members were killed by an airstrike that hit his house earlier on Sunday. Another airstrike in Nuseirat killed Ashraf Abu Nar, a senior official in the territory’s civil emergency…

Pakistani actress Hania Aamir, known for her versatile roles in popular dramas like Dilruba, Titli, Mere Humsafar, and Kabhi Main Kabhi Tum, has come under fire on social media after sharing her latest photoshoot. Hania, who enjoys a massive following of 18.6 million on Instagram, recently posted pictures in which she donned a sleeveless olive green evening dress paired with a brown formal blazer. While the ensemble was chic and modern, it didn’t sit well with many fans. The actress posed confidently for the camera, but her styling choices and bold looks became the subject of heated discussions. Social media…

In the wake of a recent Pakistan-India military clash, China has reiterated its unwavering support for Pakistan, labeling it an “iron-clad friend” and vowing to defend its sovereignty. Chinese expert Victor Gao highlighted the deepening military alliance, emphasizing the effective deployment of Chinese-made weaponry by the Pakistan Air Force, including the advanced J-10C jets, as a demonstration of China’s rising global defense stature. He warned global powers, particularly the U.S. and its allies, against provocation, asserting that the China-Pakistan partnership is now a fully operational alliance aimed at ensuring regional stability. Gao also criticized U.S. foreign policy, condemning its role…

At the 33rd anniversary of the Balochistan Economic Forum and the 12th anniversary of CPEC, held at the Chinese Consulate in Karachi, Balochistan Governor Jaffar Khan Mandokhel highlighted the strategic importance of Pakistan-China relations and the transformative impact of CPEC. He praised China as a steadfast partner and emphasized Balochistan’s pivotal role in regional connectivity. The governor shared plans to develop new industrial zones and modernize infrastructure, reaffirming his commitment to advancing CPEC and strengthening ties with China. He also lauded Chinese defense and economic capabilities, expressing confidence in a shared, prosperous future for both nations.

SOUTH WAZIRISTAN : Authorities once again imposed a curfew in the Upper South Waziristan in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa due to security concerns. According to notification issued by Deputy Commissioner, curfew will remain imposed in Upper South Waziristan from 6:00am to 6:00pm today (Monday). During the period of curfew, the movement of people and vehicles will be restricted on road from Asman Manza and Ladha. All roads in Tayarza, Torwam and Sarvekai areas will also remain closed. Authorities have advised commuters to use alternate routes. The general public has also been requested to cooperate with the administration during the curfew hours.

Maltese Prime Minister Robert Abela has announced that Malta will formally recognise the State of Palestine next month, citing mounting humanitarian concerns in Gaza. Speaking at a political event, the premier addressed both domestic and international issues, with particular emphasis on the worsening situation in the besieged Palestinian enclave. According to Malta Today, Abela said the recognition would take place following a conference scheduled for June 20. “We cannot close our eyes to this human tragedy that is getting worse every day,” he said, referring to the ongoing Israeli bombardment of Gaza, which, according to health authorities in the strip, has…

The intensity of heat in Karachi is expected to rise further today, with the mercury likely to touch 40 degrees Celsius, the Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) said on Monday. According to the Met Office, the weather in the port city will remain “extremely hot and humid”, exacerbating the discomfort for residents. Humidity levels are also forecast to remain high, which would result in the temperature being felt significantly higher than what the thermometer indicates. On Saturday, the maximum temperature in Karachi was recorded at 37.6°C. However, due to elevated humidity, the heat index — or the ‘feels-like’ temperature — was…