Domestic Violence Bill was passed; the new legal framework tackles rising abuse’s case registered in Pakistan, adds aggravating circumstances, enhances protection for vulnerable elders, men, woman, transgender persons, children, people with disability

Social media platforms that fail to cooperate with authorities may be banned; Minister of state for justice stated that X hasn't assisted on terrorism and disinformation requests and warning notices have been issued

Pakistan would be ready to join an international peace force for Gaza but will not support any plan requiring Hamas to disarm

Punjab’s government faces backlash for allegedly manipulating air quality data by shutting down monitors during peak smog hours in Lahore; Officials cite “technical issues,” but experts say it’s an attempt to mask severe pollution levels