Pakistan

Pakistan’s Sindh Health Department has confirmed Karachi’s first mpox (monkeypox) case. A 28-year-old man from Shah Latif Town contracted the virus after his wife, with a travel history abroad, showed symptoms. The patient is currently in isolation. Earlier, Pakistan reported its first mpox case of 2025 in Peshawar.

Pakistan's occupation of Jammu and Kashmir (PoJK) and Gilgit-Baltistan has led to widespread human rights abuses, including repression, demographic manipulation, and economic exploitation. Despite international silence, local activists and diaspora groups urge accountability and recognition of the region's plight.

The IMF has proposed a tax target exceeding Rs 15 trillion for Pakistan in the next budget. Discussions are underway, focusing on increasing the tax-to-GDP ratio and non-tax revenue collection.

Pakistani forces attacked Baloch protesters in Quetta, abducting activist Mahrang Baloch and seizing bodies of slain civilians. The Pakistani Army has also enforced an internet shutdown. Activists raise concerns over human rights violations at the UNHRC.

Hasan Nawaz's blistering century and strong bowling performance led Pakistan to a nine-wicket victory over New Zealand in the third T20I, keeping series alive 2-1.

Haris Rauf pulled off a stunning catch to dismissing Finn Allen in the 3rd T20I between New Zealand and Pakistan, reminding the fans of Glenn Phillips incredible and reflexes to take a catch.

Pakistan is planning to create a legal framework for cryptocurrency trading in a bid to lure international investment, reports have suggested.

Kumar Vikas, a junior works manager at the Kanpur Ordnance Factory, has been arrested for allegedly leaking highly sensitive defense information to a suspected Pakistani intelligence operative.

After Pakistan's second T20I defeat against New Zealand, Haris Rauf criticized those back home who he believes are waiting for the team to lose.

Ministry of External Affairs has criticised Pakistan for its remarks on Jammu and Kashmir, asserting that the real issue is Pakistan’s sponsorship of cross-border terrorism. India emphasized that Pakistan’s actions have always remained the biggest roadblock to regional peace and security.