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Friday, February 13, 2026

Maryam Nawaz Cancels Basant Events After Deadly Islamabad Imam bargah Blast

Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz cancelled all Basant-related activities scheduled for Saturday after a deadly suicide bombing inside an Islamabad imambargah claimed at least 31 lives

Terror at Friday prayers: witnesses describe blast rocking Islamabad mosque

A worshipper at the imambargah in Islamabad where dozens of people were martyred in a suicide blast on Friday described an "extremely powerful" explosion ripping through the building just after prayer started.

Basant Returns to Lahore After 25 Years as Punjab Lifts Ban With Strict Safety Measures

Basant returned to Lahore after 25 years as the Punjab government lifted the long-standing ban, allowing the festival under strict safety regulations.

Imran Khan’s Son Alleges Pakistan Blocking Visas to Visit Jailed PTI Founder

Imran Khan’s son Kasim has accused Pakistani authorities of deliberately blocking visas for him and his brother, preventing them from visiting the jailed PTI founder. The claims come amid renewed concern over Imran Khan’s health and detention conditions.

PSL 11 Broadcast Rights Sold Worldwide, India Left Out

The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has sold the international broadcasting rights for the Pakistan Super League (PSL) 11, while withholding media rights for the Indian market.

Senate Briefing: Pakistan: Ongoing Political Repression – Transnational Repression, Human Rights Violations, and Political Prisoners

Amnesty International USA warned U.S. lawmakers of an escalating crackdown on freedom of expression, judicial independence, and rule of law in Pakistan, including the targeting of journalists, activists, and critics living abroad.

Epstein Files Show Imran Khan Referred to as ‘Lion of London Society’ in Diplomatic Emails

Declassified emails in the latest Epstein files reveal that Imran Khan was discussed in diplomatic circles as early as 2013, years before he became Pakistan’s prime minister.

Security Forces Eliminate 22 More Militants in Balochistan, Death Toll Reaches 177

Balochistan CM Sarfraz Bugti said the violence requires a military response, rejecting talks with the banned BLA and stressing that operations are being carried out with care to avoid civilian harm.

Pakistan to Play T20 World Cup but Boycott Match Against India

Pakistan will take part in the men’s T20 World Cup but will not play their scheduled match against co-hosts India, citing government instructions amid ongoing political tensions.

CM Maryam Vows Justice as Officials Arrested Over Lahore Manhole Tragedy

Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz ordered the arrest and dismissal of TIPA and Wasa officials after a woman and her infant daughter died by falling into an open manhole near Bhatti Gate in Lahore.

Pakistan becomes latest Asian country to introduce checks for deadly Nipah virus

The federal government ordered strict and enhanced health surveillance at all entry points of the country on Wednesday following regional alerts over the Nipah virus, a highly fatal zoonotic disease.

PTI Raises Concern Over Reports of Imran Khan’s Eye Infection

PTI has expressed concern over reports that jailed founder Imran Khan is suffering from a serious eye condition. The party has demanded family meetings and immediate access to specialised medical treatment.
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