Pressure is mounting on Pakistan’s government to release jailed former Prime Minister Imran Khan, after cricket legend Javed Miandad publicly backed him and raised concerns about his health. Miandad, a key member of Pakistan’s 1992 World Cup-winning team, has appealed to the government to resolve its differences with Khan.

Javed Miandad makes a plea for release of ex-Pak PM Imran Khan

Pakistan's Human Rights Commission (HRCP) has raised serious concerns over the handling of protests and elections in Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK). In a fact-finding report, the rights body alleged the use of disproportionate force against protesters and called for an independent investigation into reported deaths and injuries. The commission also questioned the credibility of recent assembly elections, citing heavy security deployment, communication shutdowns, postponed voting and allegations of political interference. The report highlights growing concerns over governance, political representation and civil liberties in the region amid continuing unrest.

Pakistan rights body exposes ‘disproportionate force’, election irregularities in PoK

Social media in Pakistan was rife with speculation that Pakistan Peoples Party chairman Bilawal Bhutto-Zardari is getting married to a European princess. However, Karachi Mayor and senior PPP leader Murtaza Wahab dismissed the speculation as “incorrect and unfounded”.&nbsp;The clarification was in response to social media rumours that Pakistan President Asif Ali Zardari had travelled to Liechtenstein, a small sovereign state located between Switzerland and Austria, to finalise wedding dates and arrangements. The rumours intensified after the Pakistani Presidency confirmed on August 27 in a post on X that Asif Ali Zardari “has proceeded abroad on a private visit”.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/google-maps-lake-ontario-lake-america-trump-order-1788105543216">Google Maps renames Lake Ontario ‘Lake America’ for US users after Trump order</a>&nbsp;The prospective bride was supposed to be 26-year-old Gloria von Habsburg, a former Austrian archduchess and a member of the House of Habsburg-Lorraine. Gloria von Habsburg is the daughter of Archduke Karl of Austria and Francesca von Thyssen-Bornemisza, and the great-great-granddaughter of Karl I, the final reigning Emperor of Austria and King of Hungary.&nbsp;The Pakistani Urdu daily Daily Ausaf initially published a report claiming wedding preparations were underway, but the publication subsequently deleted the article. So far, there has been no comment on the speculations from Bilawal or his family.&nbsp;Now, why is there so much buzz about Bilawal Bhutto's marriage? He comes from one of Pakistan's most prominent families, being the son of ex-PM Benazir Bhutto and President Asif Ali Zardari. Following the assassination of his mother in December 2007, He was appointed as the co-chairman of The Pakistan Peoples Party at the age of 19, when he was a student at Oxford university. He is a two-time member of Pakistan's national assembly and even served as the country's foreign minister from 2022 to 2023.&nbsp;When asked about his wedding plans during his visit to US In 2022, Bilawal affirmed that he had plans to marry but didn't say when he intended to tie the knot. However, with Karachi mayor and Bilawal's spokesperson Murtaza Wahab calling the wedding reports ‘incorrect and unfounded’, it appears that this much-talked-about marriage in Pakistan remains in the realm of speculation.

Rumours that PPP chairman Bilawal Bhutto-Zardari is set to marry Austrian princess Gloria von Habsburg have been dismissed as “incorrect and unfounded” by Murtaza Wahab.

Social media in Pakistan was rife with speculation that Pakistan Peoples Party chairman Bilawal Bhutto-Zardari is getting married to a European princess. However, Karachi Mayor and senior PPP leader Murtaza Wahab dismissed the speculation as “incorrect and unfounded”. The clarification was in response to social media rumours that Pakistan President Asif Ali Zardari had travelled to Liechtenstein, a small sovereign state located between Switzerland and Austria, to finalise wedding dates and arrangements. The rumours intensified after the Pakistani Presidency confirmed on August 27 in a post on X that Asif Ali Zardari “has proceeded abroad on a private visit”. Also Read: Google Maps renames Lake Ontario ‘Lake America’ for US users after Trump order The prospective bride was supposed to be 26-year-old Gloria von Habsburg, a former Austrian archduchess and a member of the House of Habsburg-Lorraine. Gloria von Habsburg is the daughter of Archduke Karl of Austria and Francesca von Thyssen-Bornemisza, and the great-great-granddaughter of Karl I, the final reigning Emperor of Austria and King of Hungary. The Pakistani Urdu daily Daily Ausaf initially published a report claiming wedding preparations were underway, but the publication subsequently deleted the article. So far, there has been no comment on the speculations from Bilawal or his family. Now, why is there so much buzz about Bilawal Bhutto's marriage? He comes from one of Pakistan's most prominent families, being the son of ex-PM Benazir Bhutto and President Asif Ali Zardari. Following the assassination of his mother in December 2007, He was appointed as the co-chairman of The Pakistan Peoples Party at the age of 19, when he was a student at Oxford university. He is a two-time member of Pakistan's national assembly and even served as the country's foreign minister from 2022 to 2023. When asked about his wedding plans during his visit to US In 2022, Bilawal affirmed that he had plans to marry but didn't say when he intended to tie the knot. However, with Karachi mayor and Bilawal's spokesperson Murtaza Wahab calling the wedding reports ‘incorrect and unfounded’, it appears that this much-talked-about marriage in Pakistan remains in the realm of speculation.

Rumours that PPP chairman Bilawal Bhutto-Zardari is set to marry Austrian princess Gloria von Habsburg have been dismissed as “incorrect and unfounded” by Murtaza Wahab.

Bilawal Bhutto to marry Austrian princess? PPP leader clarifies

Unimpeakable grief has engulfed Islamabad as 14 newborn infants tragically lost their lives following a devastating fire at the Pakistan Institute of Medical Sciences (PIMS) Hospital. 

The catastrophic blaze erupted early in the morning on the third floor of the Mother and Child Health ward's nursery. According to preliminary reports and government officials, an air-conditioning unit compressor explosion, coupled with combustible oxygen lines, caused the fire to spread rapidly through the intensive care unit where vulnerable babies were housed.

Pak hospital fire: 8 suspended PIMS officials to face criminal proceedings

Kuwait and Pakistan have signed a joint defence and military cooperation agreement to enhance military ties, operational coordination, and regional security. The pact discusses expanding cooperation and addresses regional developments. It follows Pakistan's partnership with Saudi Arabia and Turkey.


Pakistan & Kuwait expand defence ties amid regional tensions

The Pakistan Cricket Board has lodged a formal complaint with Sky Sports after the broadcaster aired an interview with Imran Khan’s sons during the Lord’s Test. The PCB reportedly considered keeping Pakistan off the field after the interview was broadcast, but the team eventually returned for the afternoon session.

PCB complains to Sky over Imran Khan son's interview

The long-delayed Iran-Pakistan gas pipeline is back in the spotlight as Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif forms a high-powered committee to break the deadlock. Signed in 2009 and formalised in 2010, the project has stalled for years, partly due to US sanctions, leaving Iran to file an international arbitration case in Paris. With millions of dollars in potential penalties looming, Pakistan is now weighing legal, financial, and energy factors to find a way out.


Pakistan weighs penalties, energy needs over Iran gas pipeline

Pakistan hospital fire: 14 infants killed in hospital fire, Shehbaz Sharif orders probe

Two massive tragedies have sent shockwaves across South Asia. In northern Nepal, a catastrophic flash flood—dubbed a 'Chinese Tsunami' after a sudden landslide breached the Tibet border—has left at least 95 people dead and nearly 400 missing, including dozens of Indian tourists and pilgrims. Entire villages, bridges, and hydropower facilities along the Bhote Koshi and Trishuli rivers have been wiped out as multi-agency rescue teams race against time. 

Meanwhile, in Islamabad, Pakistan, a horrific fire triggered by an AC explosion swept through the neonatal nursery of the Pakistan Institute of Medical Sciences (PIMS), tragically claiming the lives of 14 newborns.


Himalayan tsunami devastates Nepal | 95 killed, 400+ missing | 14 infants die in Pak hospital fire

Pakistan hospital fire: Parents wail as 14 infants die in Pakistan hospital horror

Fresh concerns have emerged over the health of jailed former Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan, with his sons, Sulaiman and Kasim Khan, demanding proof of his well-being and access to independent medical assessments. The appeal comes amid conflicting claims over Khan's condition, with his family and supporters alleging restricted access and inadequate medical care, while Pakistani authorities insist he is receiving proper treatment. 

The controversy has intensified after court-ordered medical examinations and growing international calls for transparency regarding Khan's health and prison conditions. Khan's sons say they have been unable to communicate with him for months and are seeking direct access.

Imran Khan's sons call for independent medical examination over health worries

Pakistan captain Babar Azam is set to return to the Pakistan side for the Lord's test against England.

Babar Azam set to return for Lord's Test

Pakistan Women's cricket team is taking an unconventional route to prepare for the Asia Cup T20 2026. Led by captain Fatima Sana, the team has been playing practice matches against men's teams at Lahore's National Cricket Academy to improve composure, decision-making and performance under pressure. The move comes after criticism of Pakistan's struggles in major ICC tournaments, including the recent T20 World Cup. With a tough group featuring India, Thailand and Hong Kong, Pakistan hopes the high-intensity training sessions will help players stay calm in crunch situations and deliver stronger performances on the big stage. Can this unique strategy pay off in Dubai?


Pakistan prepares for Women's Asia Cup 2026 by playing T20 matches against men

Iran-Pakistan gas pipeline deadlock deepens: Islamabad forms high-powered body

At least 14 newborn babies were killed after a fire broke out in the nursery of the Pakistan Institute of Medical Sciences in Islamabad. One baby was rescued, while Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif ordered an immediate investigation into the tragedy. 

Pakistan Hospital Fire Tragedy: Massive fire at Pakistan Institute of Medical Sciences

Pakistan Women's cricket team is taking an unconventional route to prepare for the Asia Cup T20 2026. Led by captain Fatima Sana, the team has been playing practice matches against men's teams at Lahore's National Cricket Academy to improve composure, decision-making and performance under pressure. The move comes after criticism of Pakistan's struggles in major ICC tournaments, including the recent T20 World Cup. With a tough group featuring India, Thailand and Hong Kong, Pakistan hopes the high-intensity training sessions will help players stay calm in crunch situations and deliver stronger performances on the big stage. Can this unique strategy pay off in Dubai?

Pakistan women train against men ahead of Asia Cup 2026

Pakistan’s military has dominated politics for decades. But now, voices across the country are challenging the General and the establishment.


Is Pakistan’s military aura finally cracking?

Pakistan’s government and military leadership are facing growing public backlash as protests and unrest spread across Balochistan, Pakistan-occupied Kashmir and Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. From political grievances to economic pressures and local demands, mounting discontent is putting fresh pressure on Islamabad and Army Chief Asim Munir.

Pakistan: protests grip Balochistan, PoK And KPK

Pakistan women's cricket team prepared for the Asia Cup by playing men's teams in Lahore before departing for the tournament in Dubai.

Pakistan women's cricket team play against men's teams 

The debate has intensified after senior politician Maulana Fazlur Rehman publicly criticized Army Chief Asim Munir, invoking Pakistan's 1971 defeat and questioning the military's claims of strength. His remarks reflect a rare and increasingly open challenge to the army's public image. The controversy comes amid political polarization, economic pressures and growing scrutiny of the military's role in national affairs


Pakistan unrest: Is there genuine anger against the army in Pakistan?

England fast bowler Brydon Carse will miss the second Test against Pakistan as the Cricket Regulator investigates an incident at a nightclub. Footage showed Carse being led away by police after celebrating Durham’s County Championship win. Sonny Baker has replaced him in England’s squad for the Lord’s Test.

Brydon Carse dropped after the nightclub incident

Jamiat Ulema-e-Islam (F) chief Maulana Fazlur Rehman launched a blistering direct attack on Pakistan Army Chief General Asim Munir, openly questioning the military establishment's "chest-thumping and tall claims" while ordinary citizens suffer under intense economic hardship.

Pakistan: Rehman questions army's 'chest-thumping & tall claims' 

The owner of a sugar mill in Faisalabad, Pakistan, has written directly to the Chief of Army Staff, Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir, seeking an investigation into the illegal closure of the unit and the “dubious” role of Punjab Cane Commissioner Amjad Hafeez and former Faisalabad Deputy Commissioner Captain (retd) Nadeem Nasir.&nbsp;The owner of Chanar Sugar Mills, Faisalabad, has alleged in the complaint that its “unlawful closure” by authorities who stalled its operations caused a financial loss of more than Rs. 2 billion.&nbsp;&nbsp;“The mill was forcibly sealed by Mr. Amjad Hafeez, Cane Commissioner, and Mr. Nadeem Nasir, the then Deputy Commissioner Faisalabad, in a manner that was arbitrary, disproportionate, and inconsistent with due process,” it says in the letter.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/us-to-enter-new-phase-in-iran-war-very-soon-says-house-speaker-mike-johnson-1787516303936">‘We took the head off the snake’: US to enter ‘new phase’ in Iran war very soon, says Speaker Mike Johnson</a>&nbsp;The closure resulted in colossal financial losses of the complex estimated in excess of Rs 2 billion, besides affecting direct and indirect employment and sugar growers.&nbsp;The owner says that one of the grounds cited for the closure was outstanding liabilities owed to growers, which could have been cleared through continued operation of the mill. The deliberate closure stopped the revenue stream that was needed for clearing the dues.&nbsp;The sugar mill management also called for an impartial inquiry to determine the circumstances behind the closure and fix responsibility for any alleged irregularities.&nbsp;“Order an independent inquiry into the conduct of Mr. Amjad Hafeez and Mr. Nadeem Nasir, which has not remained confined to administrative overreach but has resulted in the deliberate annihilation of a functioning and a compliant industrial enterprise,” the letter further reads.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/russia-orchestrating-sabotage-attacks-at-european-arms-plants-to-sow-discord-report-1787511138908">Russia orchestrating sabotage attacks at European arms plants to sow discord: Report</a>&nbsp;There has been an ongoing dispute over sugarcane payments and the regulation of sugar mills in Pakistan’s Punjab.&nbsp;In January 2026, Cane Commissioner Punjab Amjad Hafeez told a National Assembly committee that Chanar Sugar Mills had been stopped from crushing until outstanding dues were cleared.&nbsp;He said the mill was allowed to resume crushing only after payments were made to 246 small cane growers.&nbsp;In December 2025, the sugar mill paid Rs. 68.3 million to sugarcane growers.&nbsp;The allegations in the mill’s complaint have not been independently established.&nbsp;The letter also urges for Special Investment Facilitation Council (SIFC) intervention in the revival of Chanar Sugar Mills Ltd and its associated energy concern.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/us-switch-to-economic-war-against-iran-is-admission-of-its-military-defeat-irgc-1787504157742">US switch to economic war against Iran is admission of its ‘military defeat’: IRGC</a>&nbsp;Chanar Sugar Mills Ltd and its associated concern Chanar Energy Limited (22 megawatt) located at Tandlianwala district Faisalabad have long contributed to the national economy through tax revenue, employment generation, export of electricity to national grid and the procurement of sugarcane from the farming community, it said.&nbsp;It further requested that SIFC be directed to facilitate an appropriate financial assistance and working-capital package through commercial banks or other relevant institutions, enabling the units to resume operations, protect employment, and ensure timely payment to growers.&nbsp;Meanwhile, Chairman of Farmers’ Union Khalid Hussain Bath claimed that the ruling party in Pakistan owns the majority of sugar mills and hinted at some involvement of Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz’s son in the closure of Chanar Sugar Mill.&nbsp;&nbsp;

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">مریم نواز کے بیٹے جنید صفدر اور ڈی جی فوڈ نے زبردستی ایک شوگر مل لینے کی کوشش کی۔ اُس شوگر مل کے مالک جنید کیانی نے فیلڈ مارشل سید عاصم منیر کو خط لکھا ہے کہ مجھے اِن لوگوں سے بچائیں، خالد حسین باٹھ <a href="https://t.co/gNx7bXWYBH">pic.twitter.com/gNx7bXWYBH</a>&mdash; Umer Inam (@UmerInamPk) <a href="https://x.com/UmerInamPk/status/2091739535860515180?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">August 24, 2026</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.x.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

&nbsp;Khalid Hussain Bath has also been seeking the resignation of Maryam Nawaz.&nbsp;The episode exposes the hard reality of power being concentrated in the hands of the army in Pakistan, since the mill owner chose to write to Asim Munir instead of taking up the issue with the government.

The sugar mill called for an impartial inquiry to determine the circumstances behind the closure and fix responsibility for any alleged irregularities. It also asked for a probe into the conduct of two officials, which it alleges has not remained confined to administrative overreach.

The owner of a sugar mill in Faisalabad, Pakistan, has written directly to the Chief of Army Staff, Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir, seeking an investigation into the illegal closure of the unit and the “dubious” role of Punjab Cane Commissioner Amjad Hafeez and former Faisalabad Deputy Commissioner Captain (retd) Nadeem Nasir. The owner of Chanar Sugar Mills, Faisalabad, has alleged in the complaint that its “unlawful closure” by authorities who stalled its operations caused a financial loss of more than Rs. 2 billion. “The mill was forcibly sealed by Mr. Amjad Hafeez, Cane Commissioner, and Mr. Nadeem Nasir, the then Deputy Commissioner Faisalabad, in a manner that was arbitrary, disproportionate, and inconsistent with due process,” it says in the letter. Also Read: ‘We took the head off the snake’: US to enter ‘new phase’ in Iran war very soon, says Speaker Mike Johnson The closure resulted in colossal financial losses of the complex estimated in excess of Rs 2 billion, besides affecting direct and indirect employment and sugar growers. The owner says that one of the grounds cited for the closure was outstanding liabilities owed to growers, which could have been cleared through continued operation of the mill. The deliberate closure stopped the revenue stream that was needed for clearing the dues. The sugar mill management also called for an impartial inquiry to determine the circumstances behind the closure and fix responsibility for any alleged irregularities. “Order an independent inquiry into the conduct of Mr. Amjad Hafeez and Mr. Nadeem Nasir, which has not remained confined to administrative overreach but has resulted in the deliberate annihilation of a functioning and a compliant industrial enterprise,” the letter further reads. Also Read: Russia orchestrating sabotage attacks at European arms plants to sow discord: Report There has been an ongoing dispute over sugarcane payments and the regulation of sugar mills in Pakistan’s Punjab. In January 2026, Cane Commissioner Punjab Amjad Hafeez told a National Assembly committee that Chanar Sugar Mills had been stopped from crushing until outstanding dues were cleared. He said the mill was allowed to resume crushing only after payments were made to 246 small cane growers. In December 2025, the sugar mill paid Rs. 68.3 million to sugarcane growers. The allegations in the mill’s complaint have not been independently established. The letter also urges for Special Investment Facilitation Council (SIFC) intervention in the revival of Chanar Sugar Mills Ltd and its associated energy concern. Also Read: US switch to economic war against Iran is admission of its ‘military defeat’: IRGC Chanar Sugar Mills Ltd and its associated concern Chanar Energy Limited (22 megawatt) located at Tandlianwala district Faisalabad have long contributed to the national economy through tax revenue, employment generation, export of electricity to national grid and the procurement of sugarcane from the farming community, it said. It further requested that SIFC be directed to facilitate an appropriate financial assistance and working-capital package through commercial banks or other relevant institutions, enabling the units to resume operations, protect employment, and ensure timely payment to growers. Meanwhile, Chairman of Farmers’ Union Khalid Hussain Bath claimed that the ruling party in Pakistan owns the majority of sugar mills and hinted at some involvement of Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz’s son in the closure of Chanar Sugar Mill.

The sugar mill called for an impartial inquiry to determine the circumstances behind the closure and fix responsibility for any alleged irregularities. It also asked for a probe into the conduct of two officials, which it alleges has not remained confined to administrative overreach.

Sugar mill owner in Pakistan writes to Asim Munir over its ‘illegal’ closure, seeks probe and action against two officials

U.S. Senate nominee Abdul El-Sayed has criticised Pakistan's political system, arguing that true democracy is being denied a chance to function in the country. El-Sayed also highlighted the imprisonment of former Prime Minister Imran Khan, raising concerns about democratic processes and political freedoms. His remarks have added to the international debate surrounding Pakistan's political landscape, civil-military relations and the future of democratic governance in the country.


US Senate nominee El-Sayed criticises Pakistan's military, raises Imran Khan issue 

Over 150 Pakistani Sindhi brides who were previously engaged to Indian men but could not travel to India in the wake of the Pahalgam terror attack, followed by Operation Sindoor and the closure of the Wagah-Attari border, have finally managed to travel to the country for their wedding plans.&nbsp;Community leader Rajesh Jhambia said that the Union Government later issued visas to the brides and their relatives, allowing them to reach India through transit routes in other countries. “The long wait is over, finally,” Jhambia said on Sunday.Jhambia, who works for Sindhi migrants from Pakistan, told PTI that the brides and approximately 450 accompanying relatives were mandated to travel strictly by air and utilising connecting flights to reach India.&nbsp;"The brides and their kin have arrived in India through transit routes via Muscat, Dubai, Sri Lanka and other countries," said Jhambia.&nbsp;Jhambia said that due to hassle free visa and movement through the Wagah-Attari border had allowed families from Pakistan's Sindh province to engage in cross-border matrimonial relationships. However, following the major terrorist attack that occurred in Pahalgam, Jammu and Kashmir, leaving 26 civilians dead. India, in response, launched Operation Sindoor and closed off the Wagah-Attari gates, cancelling land border cross-country travel. "There were about 150 brides who were to be married in Nagpur, Raipur, Jodhpur, Pune and other cities in India," said Jhambia.Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/sergio-gor-india-no-questions-modi-trump-g7-meeting-1787502896726">US envoy Sergio Gor claims India sought ‘no questions’ after Modi-Trump G7 meeting</a>They then approached the Raipur-based Sant Yudhishtirlal Shadaani, spiritual head of Shadaani Darbar, a prominent Hindu religious shrine in Ghotki in Pakistan's Sindh province. The temple management approached the Ministry of Home Affairs and urged the authorities to allow visas for these families to enable them to travel to India. The MHA then authorised special air-travel conditional visas, allowing the first major batch of brides to arrive between April and August 2026"Since April this year, 150 brides and their families from Pakistan have travelled to India via Dubai, Oman, Sri Lanka, Bangladesh and other countries for the weddings. These include 15 cases from Nagpur," said Jhambia.&nbsp;Currently, community leader Jhambia said that nearly 300 more Pakistani-Sindhi women have requested the Indian government to issue visas to them as well and remain on the waiting list.&nbsp;

Over 150 Pakistani Sindhi brides have reached India for weddings after the Pahalgam terror attack, Operation Sindoor and the closure of the Wagah-Attari border.

Over 150 Pakistani Sindhi brides who were previously engaged to Indian men but could not travel to India in the wake of the Pahalgam terror attack, followed by Operation Sindoor and the closure of the Wagah-Attari border, have finally managed to travel to the country for their wedding plans. Community leader Rajesh Jhambia said that the Union Government later issued visas to the brides and their relatives, allowing them to reach India through transit routes in other countries. “The long wait is over, finally,” Jhambia said on Sunday. Jhambia, who works for Sindhi migrants from Pakistan, told PTI that the brides and approximately 450 accompanying relatives were mandated to travel strictly by air and utilising connecting flights to reach India. "The brides and their kin have arrived in India through transit routes via Muscat, Dubai, Sri Lanka and other countries," said Jhambia. Jhambia said that due to hassle free visa and movement through the Wagah-Attari border had allowed families from Pakistan's Sindh province to engage in cross-border matrimonial relationships. However, following the major terrorist attack that occurred in Pahalgam, Jammu and Kashmir, leaving 26 civilians dead. India, in response, launched Operation Sindoor and closed off the Wagah-Attari gates, cancelling land border cross-country travel. "There were about 150 brides who were to be married in Nagpur, Raipur, Jodhpur, Pune and other cities in India," said Jhambia. Also Read: US envoy Sergio Gor claims India sought ‘no questions’ after Modi-Trump G7 meeting They then approached the Raipur-based Sant Yudhishtirlal Shadaani, spiritual head of Shadaani Darbar, a prominent Hindu religious shrine in Ghotki in Pakistan's Sindh province. The temple management approached the Ministry of Home Affairs and urged the authorities to allow visas for these families to enable them to travel to India. The MHA then authorised special air-travel conditional visas, allowing the first major batch of brides to arrive between April and August 2026 "Since April this year, 150 brides and their families from Pakistan have travelled to India via Dubai, Oman, Sri Lanka, Bangladesh and other countries for the weddings. These include 15 cases from Nagpur," said Jhambia. Currently, community leader Jhambia said that nearly 300 more Pakistani-Sindhi women have requested the Indian government to issue visas to them as well and remain on the waiting list.

Over 150 Pakistani Sindhi brides have reached India for weddings after the Pahalgam terror attack, Operation Sindoor and the closure of the Wagah-Attari border.

150 Pakistani Sindhi brides reach India for weddings months after Pahalgam attack, Operation Sindoor

Pakistan’s former Prime Minister Imran Khan’s hospital visit has triggered a fresh political confrontation after he was taken from Adiala Jail to the Pakistan Institute of Medical Sciences in Islamabad for a medical checkup before being returned to prison.

Khan’s party, PTI, has filed a contempt petition in the Supreme Court, accusing authorities of violating an order that reportedly directed his medical examination at Shifa International Hospital.

The Pakistan government has rejected the allegations, saying security concerns linked to PTI supporters prompted the change in hospital. Officials said a team of doctors examined Khan and declared him medically fit.

PTI has rejected the government’s explanation and maintained that no party workers were present around the hospital.

  Pakistan: PTI alleges Imran Khan's personal physician was denied access 

Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI), the party of jailed former Prime Minister Imran Khan, has accused the federal government of contempt of court. The allegation follows authorities moving Khan to a state-run hospital instead of a private facility ordered by the Supreme Court, and rushing him back to prison within hours.

Imran Khan's party alleges 'contempt of court' by Pak govt

Misbah Arshad has been named Pakistan’s Miss Universe 2026 winner, marking a major moment for the country on the international pageant stage. Her victory has drawn attention to her journey, achievements and representation of Pakistan in the global Miss Universe competition.


Psychology student Misbah Arshad crowned Miss Universe Pakistan

Pakistan's National Assembly passed a bill giving Army Chief Asim Munir power to fire or retain any military personnel without any due process. This is perceived as a move to crush any possible challenge from within the military


Asim Munir becomes 'Dictator' of PAK Armed Forces, can fire any personnel

Former Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan has been moved back to Adiala Jail just hours after being transferred to a hospital for a court-ordered medical evaluation. The development comes amid an ongoing legal battle over Khan’s health, with his party PTI alleging deteriorating medical conditions while the government insists there is no urgent need for specialised treatment. Khan, who has been jailed since August 2023, says the cases against him are politically motivated, a claim denied by Pakistan’s government. What does this latest twist reveal about Pakistan’s political turmoil and the future of Imran Khan’s legal fight?

Ex-Pakistan PM taken to prison in last-minute change

Tensions between Turkey and Israel are drawing increasing attention as strategic rivalries deepen across the Middle East. Israel's reported strike on a Syrian military site has fueled speculation over concerns about growing Turkish influence in the region. Analysts are closely watching the military balance between Turkey's large armed forces and Israel's advanced air power and technology. Adding a new layer to the equation are evolving regional alignments, including closer cooperation between Turkey, Saudi Arabia and Pakistan. While no direct conflict appears imminent, the geopolitical rivalry is becoming harder to ignore.


Turkey's military scale faces Israel's technology & air power

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