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NCCIA arrests Faisalabad man for alleged Saudi visa fraud via TikTok

22 October 2026 at 13:53

The National Cyber Crime Investigation Agency (NCCIA) said on Thursday it has arrested a suspect in Faisalabad for allegedly defrauding citizens through a TikTok account advertising visas for Saudi Arabia.

A case has been registered against the suspect, who allegedly “used fabricated documents and transferred fraudulent proceeds into bank accounts in collaboration with other” co-suspects, the agency said on X.

NCCIA said it recovered two mobile phones, 10 fake SIMs, an Easypaisa account and an alleged merchant account during the operation.

“Strict legal action will be taken against those using social media platforms to rob citizens on the pretext of overseas jobs and visas,” NCCIA Director General Syed Ali Nasir Rizvi said in a statement issued by the agency’s spokesperson.

He also urged citizens not to transfer money without verifying visa offers on social media and to immediately report any suspicious account to NCCIA.

According to the agency’s statistics for 2026, financial fraud remains the most widely reported cybercrime, constituting 48 per cent of all received complaints.

On Oct 10, NCCIA arrested 281 suspects, including 21 foreign nationals and 20 women, during operations against seven illegal call centres allegedly involved in financial fraud, online harassment and honey-trapping in Lahore.

In September, NCCIA, along with the Federal Investigation Agency, arrested six suspects involved in cyber fraud and financial scams, illegal money exchange and human trafficking across Punjab.

Famous TikToker arrested for harassing female journalist on social media

22 October 2026 at 13:33

LAHORE – The National Cyber Crime Investigation Agency (NCCIA) Lahore has arrested a well-known TikToker for allegedly harassing a female journalist on social media.

According to reports, the arrested TikToker has been identified as Muhammad Shahzaib, also known as Shahzaib Sialkoti, a resident of Sialkot. A case was registered against him following a complaint by the female journalist. The suspect had allegedly uploaded an obscene, insulting and derogatory video targeting the journalist on Facebook.

Reports said that, with the approval of the Additional Director of NCCIA Lahore, a raid was conducted at City Housing Society in Sialkot following a tip-off from an informant. The TikToker was arrested during the operation, and two mobile phones were recovered from his possession.

During an on-the-spot technical examination, investigators reportedly found that the suspect’s Facebook account, two Instagram accounts and TikTok account were active on the recovered phones.

According to reports, the controversial video was found in the Downloads folder of an iPhone. The investigation further revealed that the suspect’s Facebook and TikTok accounts were monetised and linked to a private bank account. He allegedly earned money by uploading roast videos and controversial content on social media.

Reports added that during interrogation, the TikToker admitted to uploading the video on September 10, 2026, and later deleting it because of the inappropriate language used in it.

The timely action by NCCIA Lahore highlights the agency’s stated commitment to investigating cyber harassment and defamation cases.

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We toured Karachi's Red Line to bring you this update

22 October 2026 at 13:28

Bus route · 12 stops

We toured Karachi’s Red Line to bring you this update

An interactive on what is finished, still under construction and what life beside the work looks like.

  • Bus route
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Story by Muzhira Amin and Zareef Rind
Design by Mohsin Alam and Ibrahim Yahya
Videos edited by Wajid Usman

Pakistan, EU agree to strengthen counterterrorism cooperation at multilateral forums

22 October 2026 at 12:42

Pakistan and the European Union (EU) have agreed to strengthen cooperation at multilateral forums, including the United Nations, to advance a coherent counterterrorism approach, according to a statement issued by the Foreign Office (FO) on Thursday.

The agreement was reached during the 10th round of the Pakistan-EU Bilateral Counterterrorism Dialogue, held in Islamabad.

The Pakistani delegation was led by Dr Fareha Bugti, director general (counterterrorism), while the EU side was headed by Anna Strazska, the European External Action Service’s special envoy for counterterrorism.

During the meeting, the two sides exchanged views on recent regional and global developments affecting the terrorism threat landscape and unequivocally condemned terrorism in all its forms, reaffirming their commitment to combating the threat.

According to FO, the EU condemned recent terrorist attacks in Pakistan, expressed solidarity with the suffering of affected civilians and recognised the value of Pakistan’s efforts to combat terrorism.

“Acknowledging each other’s role in the ongoing global fight against terrorism, Pakistan and the EU expressed concern at the security implications of the situation in Afghanistan,” the statement added.

The two sides maintained that effective multilateralism remained essential to building lasting international consensus on terrorism.

The discussions also addressed the evolving nature of terrorist threats, including the exploitation of cyberspace and information and energy resources to advance their objectives, the statement said.

The FO said Pakistan and the EU exchanged best practices on preventing and countering violent extremism, terrorism financing and radicalisation in all forms, particularly the use of cyberspace by terrorists.

It added that the “two sides identified priority areas for cooperation and reaffirmed their commitment to regular, institutionalised engagement on counterterrorism”.

The FO said the next round of the dialogue would be held in Brussels at a mutually convenient date next year.

The dialogue comes as Pakistan’s counterterrorism challenge enters a new and more complex phase, with terrorist groups evolving their methods of financing and recruitment.

On Tuesday, an international seminar on Pakistan’s evolving counterterrorism landscape, organised by the Institute of Strategic Studies Islamabad, highlighted the changing methods of terrorist groups, including their financing and recruitment.

Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar urged the Afghan authorities to take “concrete, verifiable and irreversible action” against the banned Tehreek-i-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) and other groups operating from Afghan soil.

Information Minister Attaullah Tarar, who also addressed the seminar, cited UN assessments indicating that more than 6,000 TTP fighters were present in Afghanistan, with the overall militant presence exceeding 20,000.

Pakistanis Could Become 3 Times Richer in next 20 years, World Bank predicts

22 October 2026 at 11:36

ISLAMABAD – Imagine earning three times as much as today in next two decades. What sounds like distant dream could be reality by 2050, according to the World Bank, but the country must undertake sweeping economic reforms and accelerate growth to nearly 7% annually, or risk missing a historic opportunity for prosperity.

In fresh assessment, the global lender offered ambitious vision for Pakistan’s economic future, suggesting that the country could reach income levels comparable to those currently enjoyed by Vietnam within the next 24 years. However, behind the optimistic projections lies a serious warning: despite improvements in Pakistan’s financial position, the average citizen’s real income is growing by just 1.6% annually, raising questions about how quickly the country’s economic recovery is benefiting ordinary households.

The report suggests Pakistan could achieve sustained annual GDP growth of between 6.2% and 6.9% if it undertakes ambitious reforms to modernise its institutions, improve economic governance and remove obstacles to private investment. Under this scenario, Pakistan could potentially triple its per capita income by 2050, bringing living standards closer to those currently found in more successful developing economies.

The World Bank specifically identified Vietnam as a benchmark, suggesting Pakistan could reach its present income level if the proposed reforms are implemented consistently. The lender also outlined a pathway towards income levels associated with countries currently entering the upper-middle-income category.

But these projections come with a major condition: economic reforms must continue over the long term rather than being abandoned after short periods of financial improvement.

Are Pakistanis Getting Richer?

Pakistan’s economic indicators shown considerable improvement, according to the report, despite financial pressures and disruptions linked to the Middle East conflict.

Real GDP growth accelerated to 3.7% in FY26, compared with 3.2% in FY25. Stronger revenue collection and government spending restraint also helped Pakistan achieve a primary fiscal surplus equivalent to 2.9% of GDP during FY26.

Overseas Pakistanis continued to play a crucial role in supporting the economy, with remittance inflows helping rebuild foreign exchange reserves. The improvement in economic fundamentals also attracted international recognition. Two leading credit rating agencies, S&P Global Ratings and Moody’s, upgraded Pakistan’s sovereign ratings, while the country returned to international debt markets through a $3 billion Eurobond issuance.

These developments signalled renewed investor confidence in Pakistan’s financial outlook. However, the World Bank cautioned that restoring economic stability is only the beginning of a much larger challenge.

While Pakistan’s overall economy has expanded, the report revealed that real per capita income growth remains stuck at approximately 1.6%. This means that the pace at which the average Pakistani’s inflation-adjusted income is increasing remains significantly below the level needed for rapid improvements in living standards.

World Bank Country Director for Pakistan Bolormaa Amgaabazar acknowledged that the country had made meaningful progress in restoring economic stability and rebuilding market confidence. However, she stressed that Pakistan now urgently needs reforms capable of producing stronger and more sustained economic growth.

Pakistan’s return to international debt markets emerged as another major highlight of the World Bank assessment. The issuance of a $3 billion Eurobond demonstrated the country’s renewed ability to access international financing following improvements in macroeconomic management.

The report also highlighted credit rating upgrades from Moody’s and S&P, reflecting stronger confidence in Pakistan’s economic stabilisation efforts. The recovery has been supported by fiscal discipline, improved revenue performance and foreign exchange inflows. World Bank warned that Pakistan still faces significant constraints in government finances and foreign currency availability.

The report identified private-sector expansion as one of the most important drivers of Pakistan’s future prosperity. WB lead author stressed that the country must now focus on structural reforms that create opportunities for businesses to invest, expand and generate employment.

With fiscal resources limited and foreign exchange pressures continuing, the World Bank believes private-sector-led growth offers Pakistan a more sustainable route towards higher incomes. However, achieving this transformation would require effective coordination between government institutions, a clearly defined economic strategy and sustained implementation of reforms.

Without these changes, the report suggests Pakistan could struggle to maintain the pace of growth required to achieve its long-term income targets.

The World Bank’s latest findings present both an opportunity and a warning for Pakistan’s policymakers.

The country of nearly 250 million made measurable progress in restoring financial stability, rebuilding reserves, improving fiscal management and regaining international market confidence. On the other, the benefits of that recovery have yet to translate into sufficiently rapid income growth for the average Pakistani.

The contrast between the country’s current 1.6% real per capita income growth and its potential to sustain GDP growth of nearly 7% highlights the scale of the transformation required.

 

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President Zardari departs for Germany on 3-day visit to discuss bilateral ties

22 October 2026 at 12:43

President Asif Ali Zardari departed for Germany on Thursday on a three-day visit to discuss bilateral ties as the two countries are set to mark the 75th anniversary of their diplomatic relations.

In a statement issued earlier, the Foreign Office (FO) said the president’s visit, scheduled for Oct 22-24, is “part of high-level exchanges between Pakistan and Germany”.

President Zardari “has departed from Lahore for Germany”, the President’s office said on social media on Thursday.

The FO statement highlighted that the visit “holds special significance in the context of the 75th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between the two countries being commemorated this year”.

It said the visit reflects the “deep commitment of both countries to further strengthening the partnership”.

During his visit, President Zardari will hold meetings with his German counterpart Frank-Walter Steinmeier, as well as senior leadership and business leaders, with a “particular focus оп economic and trade cooperation”, FO said.

Sindh Chief Minister Murad Ali Shah is also expected to accompany the president on his trip, with the matter being discussed in Murad’s meeting with German Consul General Thomas E. Schultze.

In September, Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar met German Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul on the sidelines of the United Nations General Assembly.

During the meeting, Germany appreciated Pakistan’s mediation efforts in regional conflicts, especially in the Strait of Hormuz and Bab al-Mandab while the two sides also agreed to “get negotiations on peace for Ukraine going”, according to the German foreign office.

Meanwhile, in June, a German delegation announced plans to bring about 30 German companies to Pakistan and link local businesses to European markets.

Punjab MBBS Admissions 2026: UHS shares Application Deadlines, Merit Lists

22 October 2026 at 11:02

LAHORE – The race for thousands of seats in Punjab’s private medical and dental colleges is set to begin, with University of Health Sciences (UHS) announcing admission schedule for the 2026–27 academic session.

Aspiring doctors will have short window to submit their applications, while dental candidates will follow a separate admission timeline. According to the schedule reported on October 22, the centralised admission process for private MBBS colleges will begin on October 23, 2026, with applications closing on November 6. The first selection list is scheduled for November 18.

Punjab Private MBBS Admissions 2026 Dates

Under the announced timetable, students seeking admission to private medical colleges can submit their applications online beginning October 23. Candidates will have until November 6 to complete the application process, leaving approximately two weeks to submit the required information and documents.

The first MBBS selection list is expected to be released on November 18, allowing applicants to check whether they have secured admission based on their merit and preferences.

Admission Event Date
Online applications open October 23, 2026
Last date to apply November 6, 2026
First MBBS selection list November 18, 2026

UHS Private BDS Admissions 2026–27 Schedule

Students interested in pursuing Bachelor of Dental Surgery (BDS) programmes will have to wait until December to begin their admission applications. According to the reported schedule, online applications for private dental colleges will open on December 18, 2026, and remain available until January 1, 2027.

The first selection list for private BDS colleges is scheduled to be published on January 13, 2027.

Admission Event Date
Online applications open December 18, 2026
Last date to apply January 1, 2027
First BDS selection list January 13, 2027

MBBS and BDS Seats

Competition for medical and dental admissions is expected to remain intense, with approximately 5,500 seats reported across Punjab’s private-sector institutions.

Figures associated with the provincial admission policy indicate that 33 private medical colleges offer approximately 4,400 MBBS seats, while 18 private dental colleges account for around 1,100 BDS seats.

Programme Private Colleges Seats
MBBS 33 4,400
BDS 18 1,100
Total 51 5,500

The figures are based on reported allocations under the provincial policy and remain subject to applicable Pakistan Medical and Dental Council (PMDC) approvals.

MDCAT 2026 UHS Question Paper and Answer Keys

UHS MBBS and BDS Merit Formula 2026–27

Admission to medical and dental colleges will be determined through a merit-based system that considers MDCAT performance alongside candidates’ academic records.

Under Punjab’s admission policy, the merit calculation follows this formula:

Qualification Merit Weightage
MDCAT 50%
FSc Pre-Medical / HSSC or equivalent 40%
Matric / SSC or equivalent 10%
Total 100%

Candidates must also fulfil the prescribed eligibility conditions, including the minimum academic marks and applicable MDCAT qualifying requirements.

Unlike separate applications submitted directly to individual institutions, Punjab’s centralised system places the admission process under the supervision of UHS. The university is responsible for managing applications and merit-based selection in accordance with the provincial government’s admission framework.

The arrangement is intended to promote transparency, consistency and compliance with admission regulations across participating private medical and dental colleges.

Candidates should ensure that their academic information, MDCAT results, supporting documents and college preferences are submitted correctly before the relevant deadlines.

Apply for UHS Private Medical and Dental Colleges

Students seeking admission should follow the official instructions issued by UHS when the relevant online application window opens. Applicants should review their eligibility, prepare their academic documents, complete the prescribed online application and follow the university’s instructions concerning fees, preferences and document verification.

Students can obtain official announcements and admission instructions through the UHS website at www.uhs.edu.pk.

UHS Private MBBS and BDS Selection Lists 2026–27

The first selection lists will be among the most closely watched developments for aspiring medical and dental students. According to the reported timetable, the private MBBS first selection list is expected on November 18, 2026, followed by the private BDS first selection list on January 13, 2027.

Candidates appearing on selection lists will need to follow the university’s instructions concerning fee deposits, verification and confirmation of admission within the prescribed deadlines.

 

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Suzuki Alto Price to Fall below Rs2.8 Million under Proposed Auto Policy?

22 October 2026 at 10:44

ISLAMABAD – Pakistan’s budget hatchback, Suzuki Alto, could become cheaper as the government prepares overhaul of Cars taxes, potentially bringing relief to buyers struggling with soaring vehicle prices.

The proposed Automotive and Auto Parts Manufacturing Policy 2026–31 could reshape Pakistan’s car market through lower import duties, revised sales taxes, exemptions for smaller vehicles and stricter rules to protect customers from unexpected price increases. As per initial estimates, Alto priced at assumed Rs3.2 million could fall to Rs2.8 million, with price of more than 10percent.

However, the projected reduction is not an officially announced price cut by Pak Suzuki, and the estimate does not identify a particular Alto variant.

The potential relief comes as Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif reportedly approved the policy draft in principle on October 20, setting the stage for further scrutiny by the International Monetary Fund (IMF), federal cabinet consideration and necessary legislative approvals.

The proposed policy does not guarantee that every Alto variant will become cheaper by Rs355,000. Actual reductions, if any, would depend on the final taxation structure and subsequent pricing decisions by Pak Suzuki.

One of the key proposals concerns Automotive Development Levy, a new charge designed to support the country’s automobile export ambitions. The proposed system would impose higher charges on vehicles with larger engines while exempting smaller cars. That puts the Suzuki Alto in a potentially favorable position.

With 660cc engine, Alto falls comfortably below the proposed 1,000cc threshold and would therefore escape the new development levy. Larger petrol and diesel vehicles, however, could face additional charges of up to 10%.

Proposed Auto Development Levy

Vehicle category Proposed levy
Cars up to 1,000cc 0%
Cars between 1,001cc and 2,000cc 2%
Cars above 2,000cc 10%
Motorcycles and three-wheelers 0%
Agricultural tractors 0%
Non-agricultural prime movers 2%
Trucks and light commercial vehicles 2%
Buses and vans 2%

The detailed commercial-vehicle rates remain subject to verification against the final policy document.

Importantly, the exemption for smaller vehicles would apply specifically to the proposed development levy. Existing sales taxes, income taxes and other applicable charges would not automatically disappear.

Pakistan’s automobile taxation system could also undergo a major transformation under the five-year framework. The government proposes gradually reducing customs duty on conventional internal combustion engine vehicles, including petrol and diesel cars and SUVs, to 15% by 2031. Additional customs duties and regulatory duties would also be phased out under the proposed framework.

The changes are intended to reduce trade barriers, improve competition and encourage automobile manufacturers to expand their operations.

However, the full benefits would depend on the implementation schedule, manufacturers’ production costs and their willingness to pass savings on to customers.

Proposed Sales Tax Rates on Cars

Vehicle type Proposed sales tax
Battery electric vehicles 1%
Range-extended electric vehicles 6%
Plug-in hybrid electric vehicles 9%
Conventional hybrids 18%
Petrol and diesel vehicles 18%

The proposed tax structure would cover locally assembled and imported vehicles. The government is also considering a reduced 5% import tariff for smaller electric vehicles with a cost, insurance and freight value below $15,000 during the first two years of implementation. At the other end of the market, electric vehicles priced above $75,000 could face a proposed 10% federal excise duty.

Beyond tax relief, the government is reportedly considering measures aimed at practices that have frustrated Pakistani car buyers for years. Advance booking demands, price increases after orders are placed and the widespread practice of charging premiums for immediate vehicle delivery are among the issues the proposed framework seeks to address.

Under the reported draft provisions, automobile manufacturers would be restricted to collecting a maximum advance payment of 20% of a vehicle’s retail price. The policy proposes protecting customers against price increases after booking, except where qualifying government tax changes affect the final payable amount.

Another proposed measure would require vehicles to be registered in the actual buyer’s name before delivery from showrooms. Such requirement could make speculative bookings more difficult and discourage middlemen from purchasing vehicles solely to resell them at inflated prices.

The government’s automotive overhaul is not limited to reducing prices for domestic customers. The proposed Automotive Development Levy is expected to generate approximately Rs232 billion over five years, with the proceeds intended to support export incentives for automobile and auto-parts manufacturers.

The policy also sets an ambitious cumulative export target of approximately $6 billion during the five-year period. To push manufacturers toward international markets, the framework reportedly proposes linking certain incentives to export performance.

Manufacturers failing to achieve specified export targets could face financial penalties ranging from 1% to 3% of their annual production value. Repeated non-compliance over two consecutive years could potentially result in the cancellation of manufacturing certificates under the proposed enforcement mechanism.

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Waqar Ali: Pakistani singer, brother of Sajjad Ali, battles with Stage 4 Lung Cancer

22 October 2026 at 10:28

LAHORE – Pakistan’s showbiz industry has been hit by heartbreaking news as music composer, singer and producer Waqar Ali, the younger brother of celebrated vocalist Sajjad Ali, has revealed that he is battling stage 4 lung cancer.

The 60-year-old shared the news on social media, leaving fans and fellow artists concerned about his health as he appealed for prayers during what he described as one of the most difficult chapters of his life. Waqar disclosed that he had recently been diagnosed with advance stage lung cancer, a development that has brought immense emotional challenges for both him and his family.

 

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Despite the seriousness of his condition, the acclaimed composer expressed determination to face the battle with faith, courage and hope.

Waqar acknowledged that revealing such personal and distressing news was far from easy. However, he said he felt a responsibility to share his condition with the people who had supported him throughout his musical journey. The musician also recalled his relationship with audiences, explaining that music had always been more than a profession for him. It was his way of connecting with people, expressing emotions and receiving extraordinary love from listeners.

In perhaps the most emotional part of his announcement, Waqar Ali admitted that he was uncertain about what the future might hold but remained firmly convinced of the power of prayers, faith and the goodwill of his supporters. He urged fans, friends and well-wishers to remember him in their prayers as he navigates the difficult road ahead.

Pakistani stars and fans textended heartfelt wishes for the musician’s recovery, expressing hope that he would overcome the challenges ahead with strength and resilience.

Waqar Ali Pakistani Singer Brother Of Sajjad Ali Battles With Stage 4 Lung Cancer

Waqar Ali has been a prominent figure in Pakistan’s music industry for decades, building a reputation as a versatile composer, singer and music producer. His musical contributions span television dramas, films, vocal performances and music production, making him a familiar name in the country’s entertainment landscape.

He belongs to a celebrated musical family and is the younger brother of legendary Pakistani singer Sajjad Ali, whose voice and compositions have earned widespread recognition. Their father, Shafqat Hussain, was associated with classical music, providing a strong musical foundation that influenced the brothers’ artistic careers.

Sajjad Ali’s son debuts in father’s new single

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Karachi judicial magistrate rejects bail plea of anchorperson Iqrarul Hassan

22 October 2026 at 10:20

KARACHI: A local court on Thursday rejected TV anchorperson Iqrarul Hassan’s bail plea in a cybercrime case pertaining to the alleged dissemination of anti-state content.

Hassan was arrested last week for allegedly disseminating anti-state, false and defamatory content through his official social media accounts. He was booked under multiple sections of the Prevention of Electronic Crimes Act (Peca).

According to an order issued by the judicial magistrate, a copy of which is available with Dawn, “the order disposes of the bail application filed under Section 497 of the CrPC on behalf of the applicant/accused, Syed Iqrar Ul Hassan, son of Syed Muhammad Ismail, who has been arrested in connection with FIR No. 101/2026 registered at Police Station NCCIA, Cyber Crime Reporting Centre, Karachi, under Sections 9, 10, 20, 24 and 26-A of the Prevention of Electronic Crimes Act, 2016 (as amended in 2025)”.

The notice of the bail application was served on the NCCIA’s additional director (legal), the order states.

Earlier this week, Hassan was sent to prison on judicial remand after the NCCIA sought an extension of his physical remand by another eight days.

However, Karachi (East) Judicial Magistrate-I Gulraiz Memon observed that the agency had been given “sufficient time of physical custody”.

“No cogent reason has been given by NCCIA for extension of physical custody; therefore, the accused is remanded to judicial custody till Oct 26,” the judge stated in his order.

The court also issued notices to the NCCIA on a bail application filed by Hassan’s defence counsel, Barrister Mian Ali Ashfaq, and fixed the matter for hearing on Oct 21.

On Oct 17, Hassan was produced before Judicial Magistrate Memon upon the completion of his initial four-day physical remand. The NCCIA sought a further 10 days of custody for questioning, but the magistrate rejected the request and granted the agency two more days.

The magistrate also dismissed a plea filed by Hassan’s counsel under Section 63 of the CrPC seeking his discharge from the case.

In its remand report, the NCCIA said the investigation had progressed but several important aspects remained to be examined in light of the forensic analysis of Hassan’s seized digital devices and records from other departments, including the National Database and Registration Authority (Nadra).

The agency said digital devices containing 1,145.89 gigabytes of data had been handed over to its forensic team for analysis to identify relevant applications, social media accounts, email accounts, stored files and communications linked to the alleged content.

The NCCIA also sought further custody to trace the “origin, relation, financial correlation and cross-border linkages (if any)” of the posts.

In his earlier order, the magistrate observed that collecting digital footprints, technical data and forensic evidence required reasonable time, adding that discharging an accused while the investigation was under way could hamper the process.

The NCCIA alleged that the content was intended to incite the public against constitutional implementation and could cause panic, disorder and unrest.

Hassan was booked under sections 9 (glorification of an offence), 10 (cyberterrorism), 24 (cyberstalking) and 26A (Punishment for false and fake information) of Peca. He had been critical of the government’s policies on social media.

Nearly 40% Inter Students Fail Bise Lahore Class 11 Results 2026

22 October 2026 at 10:02

LAHORE – Girls once again outclassed boys in BISE Lahore Class 11 annual examinations, as the board announced its Intermediate Part-I Results 2026, with more than 99,000 students passing and over 66,000 failing to clear the examinations.

Female candidates secured pass percentage of 68.23%, compared to just 47.32% among boys. The nearly 21-percentage-point gap has emerged as one of the biggest talking points of this year’s results.

168,655 candidates registered for the examinations, of whom 165,245 appeared. A total of 99,191 students passed, taking the overall success rate to 60.03%, while 66,054 candidates failed to secure passing status.

Improvement over Last Year

Despite large number of unsuccessful candidates, the 2026 results brought encouraging news for the board, with the overall pass percentage rising from 53.77% in 2025 to 60.03% this year. Interestingly, fewer students appeared in 2026, yet more managed to pass. The number of successful candidates increased by 6,650, even as examination attendance declined by 6,855.

Stats 2025 2026
Registered candidates 175,949 168,655
Appeared 172,100 165,245
Passed 92,541 99,191
Pass percentage 53.77% 60.03%

The improvement of 6.26 percentage points indicates stronger overall performance compared with the previous year.

Female students emerged as the clear winners of the 2026 examinations, accounting for more than two-thirds of all successful candidates. Of the 100,409 girls who appeared, 68,509 passed, producing a success rate of 68.23%. In comparison, only 30,682 of the 64,836 boys who appeared managed to pass, resulting in a pass percentage of 47.32%.

Gender Appeared Passed Pass %
Boys 64,836 30,682 47.32%
Girls 100,409 68,509 68.23%
Total 165,245 99,191 60.03%

The figures show that approximately 69% of all successful candidates were girls, highlighting their dominance in this year’s examinations.

Pre-Engineering vs Humanities

A closer examination of District Lahore’s results reveals that Pre-Engineering students achieved the highest pass percentage among major academic groups, while Humanities and related subjects recorded the weakest performance.

Pre-Engineering topped the district rankings with a 78.67% success rate, followed by Pre-Medical at 75.12%. General Science recorded a 58.89% pass rate, Commerce stood at 53.24%, and Humanities and Others finished at 48.33%.

Academic Group Appeared Passed Pass %
Pre-Engineering 4,966 3,907 78.67%
Pre-Medical 20,679 15,534 75.12%
General Science 44,710 26,328 58.89%
Commerce 9,047 4,817 53.24%
Humanities & Others 34,941 16,886 48.33%

The most alarming gender disparity appeared in Humanities, where only 23.12% of boys passed, compared with 61.62% of girls. Girls also dominated Pre-Engineering with an impressive 85.05% pass percentage against 75.40% for boys.

In Pre-Medical, girls secured 76.71%, compared with 69.13% for boys. The trend continued in General Science, where girls achieved 63.82% against 54.06%, and Commerce, where their pass percentage reached 62.33%, compared with 43.54% among boys.

The results also revealed a strong showing among high achievers, with 23,075 students obtaining A+ grades and another 27,205 securing A grades. A combined 50,280 successful candidates achieved either A+ or A grades. Grade B was the largest category, with 31,031 students, followed by 15,493 candidates receiving Grade C.

Grade Number of Students Share of Passed
A+ 23,075 23.26%
A 27,205 27.43%
B 31,031 31.28%
C 15,493 15.62%
D 2,366 2.39%
E 21 0.02%

Only 21 students received Grade E, accounting for 0.02% of successful candidates.

District Lahore’s figures also exposed a significant difference between regular and private candidates. Of the 100,143 regular students who appeared, 61,590 passed, producing a success rate of 61.50%. Private candidates performed considerably worse, with only 5,882 passing out of 14,200 who appeared, leaving their success rate at 41.42%.

The gender gap was even more pronounced among private candidates. Girls recorded a 54.77% pass rate, while boys managed just 19.75%.

District Lahore alone accounted for 114,343 candidates who appeared in the examinations, of whom 67,472 passed, resulting in a 59.01% success rate. Among these candidates, 45,086 girls passed out of 67,683 who appeared, achieving a success rate of 66.61%.

Boys, however, recorded a much lower success rate of 47.98%, with 22,386 passing out of 46,660 candidates. The district’s performance remained slightly below the overall BISE Lahore pass percentage of 60.03%.

BISE Lahore class 11th official results gazette 2026: PDF Download

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LHC issues notices to foreign secretary in contempt cases over detention of PTI-linked Pakistanis in UAE

22 October 2026 at 09:42

LAHORE: The Lahore High Court (LHC) on Thursday issued notices to Foreign Secretary Asim Iftikhar in two separate contempt petitions over alleged non-compliance with an earlier court order concerning two PTI-affiliated Pakistani citizens detained in the United Arab Emirates (UAE).

On September 14, the LHC had directed the foreign secretary to process and decide within 15 days representations concerning the detention of two citizens — Syed Salman Raza Zaidi and Muhammad Junaid Jahangir.

Justice Sadiq Mehmood Khurram heard the contempt petitions on Thursday. Barrister Abuzar Salman Niazi appeared on behalf of the petitioners and alleged that the two individuals remained deprived of consular, diplomatic, and legal access.

He recalled the court’s Sept 14 directive and contended that the petitioners had not been formally informed of any decision on their representations, even though a considerable amount of time had passed.

The counsel urged the court to initiate contempt proceedings against the foreign secretary for non-compliance.

After hearing initial arguments, Justice Khurram issued notices to the respondent secretary for submission of his reply by October 29.

In the main petitions, the counsel stated that Zaidi went missing from his residence in Sharjah on Sept 27, 2024, and was subsequently taken into custody by UAE authorities.

He said despite nearly two years having passed, the petitioner, Faryal Zainab, had still not been provided clear information regarding the charges against her husband Zaidi, the judicial proceedings, any sentence, or the complete court record.

Meanwhile, Advocate Niazi said Jahangir was allegedly detained on Sept 24, 2024, at Dubai airport on his return from Saudi Arabia.

Muhammad Ibrahim, Jahangir’s father, filed the petition challenging the alleged failure of the federal government and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA) to provide effective consular protection and legal assistance.

The counsel for the petitioners submitted that despite representations having been filed regarding the detention of both citizens before the foreign secretary, the representations had not been processed.

Both petitioners had asked the court to direct that legal and consular assistance be provided to Zaidi and Jahangir, that their judicial records be obtained and that diplomatic-level steps be taken toward their return to Pakistan.

Azma Bokhari calls Hina Parvez Butt’s CCD Encounter Tweet ‘Embarrassment’ for Punjab Govt

22 October 2026 at 09:38

LAHORE – A deleted tweet sparked embarrassing controversy within Punjab’s ruling PML-N, with Information Minister Azma Bokhari publicly criticising fellow party lawmaker Hina Parvez Butt over her controversial remarks celebrating a suspect’s death in a police encounter.

In late interview, Azma Bokhari questioned Butt’s judgment, admitting that such irresponsible statements had become a source of embarrassment for the Punjab government. She distanced the Punjab government from Butt’s remarks and questioned the seriousness of her social media statements.

The controversy erupted after Hina Parvez Butt shared news of the death of Tauqeer Nazir, accused of brutally crushing a 15-year-old orphan boy with his vehicle, and suggested that Maryam Nawaz’s government delivered immediate justice. The post triggered criticism, with questions raised over whether a suspect’s death in police custody could be celebrated as justice without a judicial trial.

Azma Bokhari says that Maryam Nawaz did not order police encounters after Hina Parvez Butt called the Multan suspect’s death “instant justice.” Hina later deleted her post following criticism. 😶‍🌫️
#AzmaBokhari #HinaParvezButt #MaryamNawaz #HideSideMagazine https://t.co/WbSL95H05n

— HideSide Magazine (@hidesidewithak) October 22, 2026

Hina Butt subsequently deleted the post, prompting further questions about the government’s position on controversial police encounters.

During an interview, Shahzeb confronted Bokhari over the deleted tweet, questioning whether Butt’s remarks had effectively linked the chief minister to the controversial encounter. Bokhari rejected that interpretation but offered little defence of her party colleague.

Instead, she questioned how seriously Butt approached her social media activity, saying the lawmaker had previously made statements without fully understanding their implications.

She mentioned not feeling comfortable discussing Hina Butt extensively, but acknowledged that such statements had created difficulties for the lawmaker herself and embarrassment for the government. Her comments show disagreement within the ruling party over how police encounters should be portrayed publicly, particularly when suspects die before facing trial.

The interview took a sharper turn when host Shahzeb Khanzada questioned whether Punjab’s Crime Control Department (CCD) had been given instructions to eliminate hardened criminals through police encounters. Bokhari categorically denied that Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz had authorised extrajudicial killings.

She questioned why the chief minister would issue such orders and insisted that the provincial government did not support unlawful killings. The exchange followed reports that Tauqeer Nazir, who had been arrested over the horrific killing of a teenage boy, escaped CCD custody before being killed in an alleged exchange of gunfire near Bahawalpur.

According to the CCD account discussed during the programme, police attempted to stop suspicious motorcycle riders, who allegedly opened fire. Nazir was killed during the exchange, while other suspects reportedly escaped. The circumstances surrounding his death have raised questions, particularly because the original murder was captured on CCTV and the accused could have faced prosecution in court.

Recent figures show 924 suspects killed in 670 police encounters during the department’s first eight months. Shahzeb argued that repeated incidents involving similar circumstances demanded scrutiny, warning that allowing police to function as judges and executioners could undermine the rule of law.

Bokhari disputed the suggestion that all CCD encounters followed the same pattern. She said seven CCD personnel had been killed and more than 100 injured during the department’s first year, arguing that officers routinely faced dangerous criminals and armed resistance. She maintained that many suspects were arrested and prosecuted through normal legal procedures, and that it was unfair to judge the entire department solely through controversial encounters.

Bokhari also revealed distressing details about the teenage victim whose killing triggered the controversy. According to her account, the boy and his brother had been placed in an orphanage following their father’s death after relatives declined to care for them. The victim had reportedly worked at the accused’s shop for seven days without receiving wages, surviving on just two meals a day.

Bokhari claimed the boy had attempted to escape several times before the accused allegedly chased him and crushed him with a vehicle. She termed attack an example of the abuse of power against vulnerable children and questioned why relatives who had allegedly failed to support the boy were now coming forward to mourn him.

Bokhari also disclosed that Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz had expressed serious concern over crimes against women and children during a law-and-order meeting. She said police officials had been given four weeks to improve the situation in their districts.

Despite Bokhari’s categorical rejection of any government policy authorising extrajudicial killings, Hina Parvez Butt’s deleted post remained a central point of controversy. Khanzada argued that celebrating an encounter as immediate justice could reinforce suspicions that suspects were being punished outside the courts.

Bokhari maintained that the government stood with victims rather than powerful offenders, while acknowledging that officials who exceeded their legal authority should face consequences.

‘Instant Justice’ or Extrajudicial Killing? Hina Parvez Butt faces heat for Celebrating Multan CCD Encounter

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22 October 2026 at 09:30
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Key Decisions expected as PM Shehbaz reaches KP after Governor’s Rule

22 October 2026 at 08:38

PESHAWAR – Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has arrived in Peshawar in his first since imposition of emergency and governor’s rule in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, with key decisions expected on counterterrorism operations, police reforms, security funding and a possible multibillion-rupee development package for the troubled province.

The premier is chairing high-level Apex Committee meeting attended by Governor Faisal Karim Kundi and senior civil and military officials, as the federal government moves to strengthen security and administrative control following the removal of the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) provincial administration on October 11.

Finance Minister Aurangzeb, Law Minister Azam Nazeer Tarar and Federal Minister Engineer Amir Muqam are also accompanying the prime minister.

According to reports and officials familiar with the preparations, the government is considering a series of measures aimed at restoring stability in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. Among the key proposals are additional police recruitment, enhanced funding for terrorism-affected districts, stronger coordination between the military and civilian law enforcement agencies, and new resources for the Counter-Terrorism Department (CTD).

A major development package for the province is also expected to be discussed, alongside financial assistance and improved welfare arrangements for families of security personnel killed in terrorist attacks. However, the precise size of the proposed development package has not been officially confirmed.

A central focus of the meeting is the security and administrative future of 12 districts placed under a special framework following the emergency declaration. These include Bajaur, Khyber, Mohmand, Orakzai, Kurram, North Waziristan, Upper South Waziristan, Lower South Waziristan, Bannu, Tank, Lakki Marwat and Dera Ismail Khan.

Authorities are considering additional police deployments and recruitment to address personnel shortages, particularly in the former tribal districts. A new command arrangement involving an additional inspector general of police has already been introduced to oversee policing requirements in the designated districts.

Under the emerging security strategy, police, military personnel and the Federal Constabulary are expected to coordinate counterterrorism operations more closely.

The prime minister is also expected to review plans to modernise Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Police and the CTD. The federal government has already transferred 10 armoured personnel carriers to provincial police units involved in counterterrorism duties. Earlier Apex Committee decisions included strengthening intelligence-based operations, supplying modern weapons and equipment, and providing additional operational resources to security agencies.

Proposals to improve police salaries and compensation for the families of fallen personnel have also been under consideration.

Security is not the only issue on the agenda. The prime minister is expected to review development initiatives covering education, healthcare, roads, employment opportunities and public infrastructure in the province’s most vulnerable districts. A dedicated secretariat has been established to coordinate projects in the 12 designated districts, with the federal government seeking faster implementation and closer oversight.

Reports have also suggested that Shehbaz Sharif could announce a comprehensive development package, including additional assistance for families of terrorism victims and fallen security personnel.

The visit comes amid continuing political tensions following the federal government’s decision to impose emergency measures and governor’s rule in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa.

The move transferred provincial executive authority to Governor Faisal Karim Kundi, while an 11-member advisory council was established to assist the new administration. The federal government has defended the intervention as necessary to tackle terrorism and restore effective governance.

PTI has strongly opposed the decision, calling it an assault on provincial autonomy and its electoral mandate. The party has also challenged the measures in court.

Members of the Provincial Advisory Council have reached the Governor House for meetings with the prime minister, while officials associated with the special development administration are also participating in consultations. The meeting is expected to determine the next phase of security coordination, police strengthening, funding priorities and development initiatives under the new provincial arrangement.

The biggest questions now are whether the federal government will approve substantial new funding for the 12 sensitive districts, announce a major development package and authorise further expansion of counterterrorism operations.

‘Emergency or Bloodshed’: PM Shehbaz defends Federal Takeover in KP

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PM vows to bring back progress to KP, assails PTI's 'callousness' during its tenures

22 October 2026 at 13:24

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Thursday vowed that the federal government, which now runs Khyber Pakhtunkhwa under governor’s rule, would make every effort possible to “bring back” progress to the province.

He made the remarks while chairing a meeting of the provincial apex committee in Peshawar, where he arrived earlier in the day on his first visit to the province since the imposition of governor’s rule and the declaration of emergency on Oct 11.

The meeting, attended by Chief of Defence Forces and Chief of Army Staff Field Marshal Asim Munir and KP Governor Faisal Karim Kundi, reviewed KP’s overall security situation. Federal ministers and newly appointed provincial advisers were also present.

Addressing the committee, PM Shehbaz reiterated that emergency and governor’s rule had to be imposed “under extreme compulsion”.

“I promise that we will leave no stone unturned in bringing back the happiness and era of progress to this province, and in the practical realisation of the wishes, aspirations, and dreams of this province’s people that have been shattered due to the worst actions of recent years,” he said.

The prime minister affirmed that the Centre “will place all possible resources at your feet”.

He added that himself, the Advisory Council led by the governor, the president and the CDF “will ensure that this province, once again, not only matches the other provinces in the race for development, but I would be extremely happy if it moves even further ahead”.

The prime minister regretted that “terrorists were summoned back here” after peace had been established, “washing down all sacrifices down the drain”.

“There can be no greater enmity with the country than not honouring and respecting such sacrifices, not holding them in esteem,” he remarked, highlighting that young soldiers left their homes and families to defend their country.

The premier called for an “all-encompassing analysis as to why this happened”, adding that there was “no worse callousness, criminal negligence, and hostility towards the national interest than this”.

He said: “All issues of the people were pushed aside — whether it is education, healthcare, or protecting the lives and property of the people — and [having] matters with terrorists instead. I believe that no other example can be found of such hostility against the country, in terms of their attitudes, detachment, and callousness.”

PM Shehbaz asserted that 5,000 police vacancies were not filled, Safe City projects were yet to be completed, the capacity of the Counter-Terrorism Department (CTD) had not been enhanced significantly, and neither were special measures taken regarding police training.

He recalled that all provinces had agreed at the time of the 2010 National Finance Commission Award that KP, being the front-line region in combatting terrorism, needed ample resources.

“From 2010 to today, more than Rs800 billion in funds have either already been provided or are being provided under this,” he stressed.

“However, not only did it resurface, but the weapons needed to counter terrorism, the required capacity, and the trained officers needed were nowhere to be found.”

While saying he would not go into the details, the prime minister emphasised that he had assured the provincial governments of ex-chief ministers Ali Amin Gandapur and Sohail Afridi of the Centre’s full support in the fight against terrorism.

“But nothing was done regarding this,” he regretted, adding that the government could not remain a “silent spectator” when a “party was stooping to such enmity against the country” and the economy and society were being destroyed.

“Therefore, on this occasion we made this one last effort,” the premier said, referring to the province’s interim handover to the federal government under governor’s rule.

Highlighting the Centre’s efforts to stabilise the economy over the past two and a half years, PM Shehbaz remarked, “It wouldn’t have been possible [without] unprecedented partnership between political and military hierarchy.”

He said the federal government could not remain a silent spectator when “terrorists were roaming around dancing in all areas of KP, and were ruling over some areas in the evening, and collecting extortion” at a time when the stabilisation of Pakistan’s economy was being acknowledged globally.

The prime minister recalled the breakdown of the Oct 3 talks between the Centre and reiterated that his government was “compelled to make this decision” of imposing governor’s rule.

PM Shehbaz remarked that the province was “shattered with wounds due to the circumstances created in the past several years”.

He highlighted the poor law and order situation over the past six years, recalling that security forces and law enforcement agencies had made sacrifices to establish peace in KP.

The premier said there was corruption of Rs100bn in the clean drinking water of the Cities Improvement Project and Rs37bn in the “infamous looting” in the case about the Kohistan District Accounts Office.

He said that “80,000 people were martyred and the [economy] suffered a loss of several hundred billion dollars. Only then, in 2018, was peace completely restored in this country”.

Describing the province as “very beautiful”, the premier expressed his hope that the government “work hard day and night and speedily make it progress towards development and prosperity”.

“This is the province that is the first extremely strong wall of the homeland,” he noted.

Development of merged districts a ‘special priority’

In his address to the apex committee, the KP governor termed establishing peace and stability in KP a “collective priority”, and stressed that it was in the interests of the entire country.

Referring to the federal government’s decision to impose emergency and governor’s rule in KP, Kundi said that the peaceful transition showed that the people of the province wanted peace and stability.

“I want to pay tribute to my people who showed restraint despite the turmoil,” he said, asserting there had been no untoward incident in the region following the measures.

On Oct 14, three days after emergency was imposed, a protest demonstration by PTI workers in Khyber’s Bara tehsil turned violent as protesters clashed with police. Injuries to party workers and cops were reported in the incident.

Speaking at the meeting, Kundi also paid tribute to those who sacrificed their lives in the war against terrorism, including personnel of the police, army, Frontier Corps, and Federal Constabulary.

“These sacrifices demand a more effective strategy to combat terrorism,” he underscored.

The governor reiterated that the foremost priority of his KP Advisory Council was to restore peace and eliminate terrorism.

Kundi termed the development of the merged districts a “special priority”.

“The people of these regions have paid a heavy price during this fight against terrorism. Now, they deserve better education, health, and economic opportunities,” he declared.

“The federal government’s cooperation in establishing peace and stability in the province is very significant,” the PPP leader highlighted, saying he was keen to play his role in this collective endeavour.

The governor maintained that the people of KP would not have to choose between peace and development. “This is our collective responsibility to provide people with both.”

Kundi declared that the KP Advisory Council would keep playing its role in integrating these merged areas in the circle of national development.

“The public’s trust is the only metric of measuring our success in the war on terror,” he asserted, while reaffirming that the whole network of terrorism would be annihilated, and the facilitators and financiers of terrorists would also be targeted.

“I seek constant support and supervision by the federal government,” he asked, expressing the hope that the Centre would continue its cooperation.

Emergency amid security challenges

The Centre had imposed emergency and governor’s rule in KP on Oct 11, citing the PTI-led provincial government’s “deliberate disengagement” from the fight against terrorism. The decisions were also endorsed by the Parliament last week amid protests by the opposition.

Governor Kundi, along with Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi, had chaired a meeting of the provincial apex committee a day after governor’s rule was imposed.

In the meeting, the governor — who is now in charge of running the province — assured Naqvi he would enforce all policies of the federal government and work together with the security forces for peace and prosperity of the province.

Kundi asserted that under the new set-up, tackling terrorism would be the priority.

Later that day, Kundi, addressing a press conference, called for greater coordination between the Centre and the province, stressing that policies on counterterrorism will “come from Islamabad [..] not Kabul,” in an apparent jibe at the PTI-led KP government, which has been accused of maintaining a “nexus” with terrorist groups by federal ministers.

The Centre’s move to impose governor’s rule and emergency in KP also followed a mobilisation drive and protest march by the PTI and in opposition at the Centre, to demand the release of its jailed founder, Imran Khan.

Intense negotiations between the two sides a week before the imposition of governor’s rule had failed to yield any results, with counterterrorism policy being one of the main reasons behind the breakdown of their talks.

The PTI said it was being left out of security decisions concerning KP, which the Centre denied. It also called for reviewing the counterterrorism policy, while the latter criticised the KP government’s efforts to combat terrorism in the province and objected to its stance on dialogue with the Afghan Taliban.

Soon after, the Centre also authorised the deployment of Pakistan Army troops and assets in aid of civil power in KP.

Federal ministers have also alleged that the PTI-led government in KP had a “nexus” with terrorist groups, stating that the province’s security situation necessitated the imposition of emergency there.


Additional input by Irfan Raza

LHC summons Punjab home secretary, Kot Lakhpat jail superintendent in plea seeking release of Imran’s sisters

22 October 2026 at 10:50

LAHORE: The Lahore High Court (LHC) on Thursday summoned the Punjab home secretary and the superintendent of Kot Lakhpat jail in connection with a petition seeking the release of former prime minister Imran Khan’s three sisters.

Imran’s sisters — Aleema Khan, Noreen Niazi and Uzma Khan — were detained by authorities in September, under the Punjab Maintenance of Public Order Ordinance, 1960, as the PTI geared up for a planned protest march towards Islamabad. Their detention was ordered for 30 days.

A day earlier, Aleema’s son, Shahrez Khan, filed a fresh plea challenging their detention. It stated that Imran’s sisters remained at Lahore’s Kot Lakhpat jail despite the lapse of the 30-day period of their detention.

Justice Abher Gul Khan took up the petition on Thursday.

Advocate Rana Mudassar Umar appeared on behalf of the petitioner and submitted that the detention orders of the three sisters had expired on Oct 19 and 20, but they had not been released.

Justice Khan asked the counsel why he had not made the Lahore deputy commissioner a respondent in the petition.

The counsel replied that the deputy commissioner had not been impleaded because the detention notification issued by the official had expired.

Uzma’s husband, Ahad Khan, also approached the rostrum and requested the court to summon the deputy commissioner. The judge, however, observed that the official could not be summoned as he had not been made a party to the petition.

Subsequently, the court adjourned the hearing until Oct 28 and directed the home secretary and the jail superintendent to appear in person along with their reports on the matter.

In Wednesday’s petition, Shahrez contended that the detention period had expired, but the three sisters remained in custody. He asked the court to order their release.

It was argued that their detention was a consequence of their efforts for their brother’s release. It further contended that the preventive detention could not replace ordinary criminal law and that the order violated Article 10 as well as the safeguards of Section 3 of the MPO.

The petitioner requested the court to direct the jail superintendent to produce the detainees before the court and “set them at liberty, in the interest of justice, equity and fair play”.

The petitioner asked the court to declare the detention orders void and issue directives for the detainees’ release, while suspending the operation of the orders.

BISE DG Khan 11th Class Result Gazette 2026 PDF Download

22 October 2026 at 07:07

BISE DG Khan 11th Class Result 2026 – Board of Intermediate and Secondary Education (BISE) Dera Ghazi Khan has announced the HSSC Part-I First Annual Examination results on October 22, 2026, allowing first-year students to check their examination performance.

 

Students searching for the BISE DG Khan 11th Class Result Gazette 2026 PDF can use the board’s official platforms to access examination records. The gazette provides consolidated information about candidates’ results and is particularly useful for schools, colleges and students reviewing multiple examination entries.

Candidates can also check their individual results online using their roll numbers, while the board’s SMS facility may offer an alternative for those without reliable internet access.

BISE DG Khan 11th Class Result 2026 – Important Information

Details Information
Board Name BISE Dera Ghazi Khan
Class 11th / First Year
Examination HSSC Part-I First Annual 2026
Result Date October 22, 2026
Gazette Format PDF
Result Checking Online, Gazette and SMS
SMS Code 800295 (verify before use)
Official Website https://www.bisedgkhan.edu.pk/

How to Download BISE DG Khan 11th Class Result Gazette 2026 PDF

The DG Khan Board First Year Result Gazette 2026 allows students and educational institutions to review examination information through a consolidated document.

The PDF can be particularly useful for colleges checking results for large groups of students, as it reduces the need to search for every candidate separately.

Steps to Download DG Khan Board Gazette

  1. Visit the official BISE DG Khan website at https://www.bisedgkhan.edu.pk/.
  2. Open the examination Results or Downloads section.
  3. Look for HSSC Part-I First Annual Examination 2026.
  4. Find the result gazette PDF.
  5. Open the available document.
  6. Download and save the gazette to your device.

Students should confirm that the document belongs to the 2026 HSSC Part-I examination rather than a previous year or Part-II.

Official Website: https://www.bisedgkhan.edu.pk/

How to Check BISE DG Khan 11th Class Result 2026 by Roll Number

Students who only need to check their own examination marks can use the board’s online result portal.

This method is generally quicker than downloading and searching the complete gazette.

Check DG Khan Board First Year Result Online

  1. Open the official BISE DG Khan website.
  2. Navigate to the examination results section.
  3. Select HSSC Part-I or Intermediate Part-I.
  4. Choose the First Annual Examination 2026.
  5. Enter your complete examination roll number.
  6. Submit the information to view your result.

Students should review their names, marks and examination status carefully.

They may also save or print the available result information for future reference.

How to Search Your Result in BISE DG Khan Gazette PDF

Students who download the gazette can locate their examination records using the search feature available in most PDF readers.

Search by Roll Number

  • Open the downloaded result gazette.
  • Press Ctrl + F on a laptop or desktop.
  • Enter your complete examination roll number.
  • Press Enter to locate the matching record.
  • Verify the displayed examination details.

Smartphone users can open the PDF using a compatible reader and select the search or magnifying glass icon.

This method works when the gazette contains searchable text.

BISE DG Khan 11th Class Result 2026 Check by Name

Students who have forgotten their roll numbers may be able to search for their examination records using their names in the gazette.

However, name-based searching depends on whether candidate names are included in the published PDF and whether the document supports text searches.

To check by name:

  1. Download and open the result gazette.
  2. Select the PDF search function.
  3. Enter the student’s complete name.
  4. Review the matching records.
  5. Verify the correct entry using roll numbers and other available identification details.

Candidates should remember that several students may share identical or similar names.

BISE DG Khan 11th Class Result 2026 via SMS

Students facing internet connectivity problems may be able to check their results through the board’s SMS facility.

The commonly reported BISE DG Khan result SMS code is 800295. Candidates should verify that the code is officially active for the HSSC Part-I 2026 examination before sending a message.

How to Check DG Khan Board Result Through SMS

  1. Open the messaging application on your mobile phone.
  2. Type your complete examination roll number.
  3. Send the message to 800295 after confirming the official code.
  4. Wait for the automated result response.

The SMS service may be useful when heavy website traffic makes online result checking difficult.

Standard mobile network charges may apply.

What Information Is Included in the BISE DG Khan Result Gazette 2026?

The gazette provides consolidated examination records for candidates who appeared in the HSSC Part-I examinations.

Depending on the board’s published format, the document may include:

  • Candidate names and examination roll numbers
  • Father’s names or other identification details
  • Subject-wise examination information
  • Total marks, where provided
  • Examination result status
  • Pass and fail information
  • Institution-wise result records
  • Overall examination statistics

Students should remember that the gazette may not replace an officially issued marks sheet or certificate.

BISE DG Khan 11th Result 2026 – Online vs Gazette vs SMS

Method Main Purpose Best For
Online Result Portal Checking individual examination results Students and parents
Gazette PDF Reviewing multiple examination records Teachers and colleges
SMS Service Accessing results without internet Students with connectivity problems

Students checking only their own marks should generally use the online result portal.

The gazette is more useful for educational institutions reviewing multiple examination records.

BISE DG Khan Result Website Not Working? Here’s What to Do

Education board websites can experience heavy traffic immediately after result announcements.

Students who cannot access the official result portal should wait a few minutes and try again.

They can also check whether the gazette PDF has been uploaded or use the board’s officially confirmed SMS service.

Candidates should avoid unofficial websites requesting unnecessary personal information.

BISE DG Khan 11th Class Result 2026 – Frequently Asked Questions

When was the BISE DG Khan 11th Class Result 2026 announced?

The HSSC Part-I First Annual Examination result was announced for October 22, 2026.

How can I download the BISE DG Khan 11th Class Result Gazette 2026 PDF?

Visit the official BISE DG Khan website at https://www.bisedgkhan.edu.pk/ and look for the HSSC Part-I First Annual Examination 2026 result gazette.

Can I check the DG Khan Board 11th Class Result 2026 by name?

A name-based search may be possible through the PDF gazette if candidate names are included and the document supports text searching.

What is the BISE DG Khan SMS code for 11th Class Result 2026?

The commonly reported SMS code is 800295. Students should verify its availability through the board’s official announcements.

How can I check my DG Khan Board result by roll number?

Open the official BISE DG Khan result portal, select the relevant examination and enter your roll number to view the available result information.

Can I download the DG Khan Board result gazette on my phone?

Yes. Once published, the PDF gazette can generally be downloaded and opened on a smartphone using a compatible PDF reader.

Is the BISE DG Khan result gazette an official marks sheet?

No. The gazette is a consolidated examination document and may not replace an official marks sheet or certificate.

Final Update for DG Khan Board Students

The BISE DG Khan 11th Class Result Gazette 2026 provides students, teachers and educational institutions with a convenient way to access consolidated HSSC Part-I examination records.

Candidates can check their individual marks through the online result portal, while the gazette offers an alternative for reviewing multiple examination entries.

For official announcements, result verification and gazette availability, students should visit https://www.bisedgkhan.edu.pk/.

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BISE Sargodha Class 11 Result Gazette 2026 PDF Download

22 October 2026 at 06:59

BISE Sargodha 11th Class Result 2026 – Board of Intermediate and Secondary Education (BISE) Sargodha has announced the HSSC Part-I First Annual Examination results on October 22, 2026, bringing the wait to an end for thousands of first-year students.

Students searching for the BISE Sargodha 11th Class Result Gazette 2026 PDF can access consolidated examination records through the board’s official channels. The gazette offers a convenient way to review examination outcomes, particularly for schools, colleges and candidates checking multiple results.

Students can also check their individual results online using their examination roll numbers or through the board’s SMS service, subject to availability.

BISE Sargodha 11th Class Result 2026

Category Information
Board BISE Sargodha
Examination HSSC Part-I First Annual 2026
Class 11th / First Year
Result Date October 22, 2026
Gazette Format PDF
Online Result Search Roll Number
Additional Methods Gazette and SMS
SMS Code 800290 (verify before use)
Official Website https://www.bisesargodha.edu.pk/

BISE Sargodha 11th Class Result Gazette 2026 PDF – How to Download

The Sargodha Board First Year Result Gazette 2026 provides consolidated examination records, allowing students and educational institutions to search multiple results in one document.

Unlike the online result portal, which is generally used to check individual marks, the gazette can be useful for colleges reviewing the performance of large numbers of candidates.

Steps to Download Sargodha Board 11th Class Gazette

  1. Visit the official BISE Sargodha website at https://www.bisesargodha.edu.pk/.
  2. Open the Results or Downloads section.
  3. Select HSSC Part-I or Intermediate Part-I.
  4. Look for the First Annual Examination 2026 result gazette.
  5. Open the available PDF document.
  6. Download and save the file to your device.

Students should confirm that they have selected the HSSC Part-I 2026 gazette rather than an older examination session.

Official Website: https://www.bisesargodha.edu.pk/

How to Check BISE Sargodha 11th Class Result 2026 by Roll Number

Students who want to view their individual marks can use the board’s official online result-checking service.

The process is straightforward and does not require downloading the complete gazette.

Check Sargodha Board First Year Result Online

  1. Open the official BISE Sargodha website.
  2. Navigate to the examination results page.
  3. Choose HSSC Part-I First Annual Examination 2026.
  4. Enter your complete examination roll number.
  5. Submit the details.
  6. Review your result information.

Students should verify their names, marks and examination status after accessing their results.

They can save or print the available information for future reference.

How to Search Your Roll Number in BISE Sargodha Gazette PDF

Students who have downloaded the gazette can use the PDF search feature to locate their examination records without manually browsing every page.

Search Result Using Roll Number

  • Open the downloaded gazette PDF.
  • Press Ctrl + F on your laptop or desktop.
  • Enter your examination roll number.
  • Press Enter to locate the matching entry.
  • Check the displayed examination details.

Smartphone users can open the PDF in a compatible reader and use the search or magnifying glass icon.

This method works when the document contains searchable text.

BISE Sargodha 11th Class Result 2026 by Name

Students who have forgotten their roll numbers may be able to search for their records by name in the result gazette.

However, this option depends on whether the PDF includes candidate names and supports text searching.

To search by name:

  1. Download and open the result gazette.
  2. Select the PDF search function.
  3. Enter the student’s complete name.
  4. Review the matching records.
  5. Verify the correct entry using roll numbers and other available identification details.

Candidates should remember that multiple students may have similar or identical names.

BISE Sargodha 11th Class Result 2026 via SMS

Students experiencing internet problems may be able to check their examination results through the board’s SMS facility.

The commonly reported BISE Sargodha result SMS code is 800290. Candidates should verify that this code is officially active for the HSSC Part-I 2026 examination.

How to Check Sargodha Board Result Through SMS

  1. Open the messaging application on your mobile phone.
  2. Type your complete examination roll number.
  3. Send the message to 800290 after confirming the official code.
  4. Wait for the automated result response.

SMS checking can be useful when the official result website experiences heavy visitor traffic.

Standard mobile network charges may apply.

What Information Is Included in the BISE Sargodha Result Gazette 2026?

The gazette provides consolidated examination records for students who appeared in the HSSC Part-I examinations.

Depending on the board’s published format, the document may include:

  • Candidate names and roll numbers
  • Father’s names or other identification details
  • Subject-wise examination information
  • Total marks, where available
  • Examination result status
  • Pass and fail information
  • Institution-wise result records
  • Overall examination statistics

Students should remember that the gazette may not replace an officially issued marks sheet or certificate.

BISE Sargodha 11th Result 2026 – Online vs Gazette vs SMS

Method Main Purpose Best For
Online Result Portal Checking individual examination results Students and parents
Gazette PDF Reviewing multiple candidate records Teachers and colleges
SMS Service Accessing results without internet Students with connectivity problems

Students checking only their own marks should generally use the online result portal.

The gazette is more useful for educational institutions reviewing multiple examination records.

BISE Sargodha Result Website Not Working? Here’s What to Do

Education board websites can sometimes experience heavy traffic immediately after result announcements.

Students who cannot access the official result portal should wait a few minutes and try again.

They can also check whether the gazette PDF has been uploaded or use the board’s officially confirmed SMS service.

Candidates should avoid unofficial websites requesting unnecessary personal information.

BISE Sargodha 11th Class Result 2026 – Frequently Asked Questions

When was the BISE Sargodha 11th Class Result 2026 announced?

The HSSC Part-I First Annual Examination result was announced for October 22, 2026.

How can I download the BISE Sargodha 11th Class Result Gazette 2026 PDF?

Visit the official BISE Sargodha website at https://www.bisesargodha.edu.pk/ and look for the HSSC Part-I First Annual Examination 2026 result gazette.

Can I check the Sargodha Board 11th Class Result 2026 by name?

A name-based search may be possible through the PDF gazette if candidate names are included and the document supports text searching.

What is the BISE Sargodha SMS code for 11th Class Result 2026?

The commonly reported SMS code is 800290. Students should verify its availability through the board’s official announcements.

How can I check my Sargodha Board result by roll number?

Open the official BISE Sargodha result portal, select the relevant examination and enter your roll number to view the available result information.

Can I download the Sargodha Board result gazette on my phone?

Yes. Once published, the PDF gazette can generally be downloaded and opened on a smartphone using a compatible PDF reader.

Is the BISE Sargodha result gazette an official marks sheet?

No. The gazette is a consolidated examination document and may not replace an official marks sheet or certificate.

Final Update for Sargodha Board Students

The BISE Sargodha 11th Class Result Gazette 2026 provides students, teachers and educational institutions with a convenient way to access consolidated HSSC Part-I examination records.

Candidates can check their individual marks through the online result portal, while the gazette offers an alternative for reviewing multiple examination entries.

For official announcements, result verification and gazette availability, students should visit https://www.bisesargodha.edu.pk/.

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BISE Sahiwal Class 11 Inter Part 1 Gazette 2026 PDF Download

22 October 2026 at 06:56

BISE Sahiwal 11th Class Result 2026: The Board of Intermediate and Secondary Education (BISE) Sahiwal has announced the HSSC Part-I First Annual Examination results on October 22, 2026, bringing an important update for thousands of students awaiting their first-year examination results.

 

Students searching for the BISE Sahiwal 11th Class Result Gazette 2026 PDF can find examination records through the board’s official channels. The gazette provides consolidated result information and can help students, teachers and colleges review examination outcomes.

Candidates who only want to check their individual marks can use the board’s online result portal, while an SMS facility may offer an alternative when internet access is limited.

BISE Sahiwal 11th Class Result 2026 – Latest Details

Information Details
Board BISE Sahiwal
Class 11th / First Year
Examination HSSC Part-I First Annual 2026
Result Date October 22, 2026
Gazette Format PDF
Online Result Checking Roll Number
Other Methods Gazette and SMS
SMS Code 800292 (verify before use)
Official Website https://bisesahiwal.edu.pk/

BISE Sahiwal 11th Class Result Gazette 2026 PDF – How to Download

The Sahiwal Board First Year Result Gazette 2026 offers a convenient way to review examination records without checking every candidate’s result separately.

It can be particularly helpful for colleges and educational institutions that need to examine the performance of multiple students.

Students should look for the official gazette on the BISE Sahiwal website once the PDF has been published.

Steps to Download Sahiwal Board 11th Class Gazette

  1. Visit the official BISE Sahiwal website at https://bisesahiwal.edu.pk/.
  2. Navigate to the Results or Downloads section.
  3. Look for the HSSC Part-I First Annual Examination 2026.
  4. Select the result gazette PDF when available.
  5. Open the document in your browser or PDF reader.
  6. Download and save the file for offline access.

Candidates should make sure they are downloading the 2026 HSSC Part-I gazette rather than a previous examination session or the Part-II result.

Official Website: https://bisesahiwal.edu.pk/

How to Check BISE Sahiwal 11th Class Result 2026 Online

Students who want to view their individual examination results can use the board’s official online result-checking service.

This method is generally quicker than downloading and searching a complete gazette.

Check Sahiwal Board 1st Year Result by Roll Number

Follow these steps:

  1. Open the official BISE Sahiwal website.
  2. Find the examination results section.
  3. Select HSSC Part-I or Intermediate Part-I.
  4. Choose the First Annual Examination 2026.
  5. Enter your complete examination roll number.
  6. Submit the information to view your result.

After accessing the result, students should verify their names, marks and examination status.

They can also save or print the available result information for future reference.

How to Search Your Roll Number in BISE Sahiwal Gazette PDF

Students who have downloaded the result gazette can locate their examination records using the search feature available in most PDF readers.

For Computer and Laptop Users

  • Open the downloaded PDF gazette.
  • Press Ctrl + F.
  • Enter your complete examination roll number.
  • Press Enter to find the matching record.
  • Review the displayed examination information.

For Mobile Phone Users

Open the PDF in a compatible application, tap the search icon and enter your roll number.

This method works when the gazette contains searchable text.

BISE Sahiwal 11th Class Result 2026 Check by Name

Students who have forgotten their roll numbers may be able to search for their examination records by name in the gazette.

However, this depends on whether candidate names are included in the document and whether the PDF supports text searches.

To search by name:

  1. Download and open the gazette PDF.
  2. Select the search function.
  3. Enter the student’s complete name.
  4. Review the matching entries.
  5. Compare roll numbers and other available identification details.

Candidates should not rely on names alone because several students may have identical or similar names.

BISE Sahiwal 11th Class Result 2026 via SMS

Students without reliable internet connectivity may be able to check their results through the board’s SMS service.

The commonly reported BISE Sahiwal result SMS code is 800292. Students should verify that the number is active for the HSSC Part-I 2026 examination before sending a message.

How to Check Sahiwal Board Result Through SMS

  1. Open the messaging application on your mobile phone.
  2. Type your complete examination roll number.
  3. Send the message to 800292 after confirming the official code.
  4. Wait for the automated response containing the available result information.

The SMS service may be helpful when heavy website traffic makes online result checking difficult.

Standard mobile network charges may apply.

What Information Is Included in the BISE Sahiwal Result Gazette 2026?

The gazette provides consolidated examination records for candidates who appeared in the HSSC Part-I examinations.

Depending on the board’s published format, students may find:

  • Candidate names and examination roll numbers
  • Father’s names or other identification details
  • Subject-wise examination information
  • Total marks, where provided
  • Examination result status
  • Pass and fail information
  • Institution-wise examination records
  • Overall examination statistics

The gazette can help with examination record checking but may not replace an officially issued marks sheet or certificate.

BISE Sahiwal 11th Result 2026 – Online vs Gazette vs SMS

Method Main Purpose Best For
Online Result Portal Checking individual results Students and parents
Gazette PDF Reviewing multiple examination records Teachers and colleges
SMS Service Accessing results without internet Students with connectivity problems

Students checking only their own marks should generally use the online portal.

The gazette is more useful for educational institutions and candidates who need to review several examination records.

BISE Sahiwal Result Website Not Working? What Students Should Do

Result announcements can attract large numbers of visitors to education board websites, sometimes causing slow loading times or temporary access problems.

Students who cannot access the official result portal should wait a few minutes and try again.

They may also check whether the gazette PDF has been uploaded or use the board’s officially confirmed SMS service.

Candidates should avoid suspicious websites requesting unnecessary personal information.

BISE Sahiwal 11th Class Result 2026 – Frequently Asked Questions

When was the BISE Sahiwal 11th Class Result 2026 announced?

The HSSC Part-I First Annual Examination result was announced for October 22, 2026.

How can I download the BISE Sahiwal 11th Class Result Gazette 2026 PDF?

Visit the official BISE Sahiwal website at https://bisesahiwal.edu.pk/ and look for the HSSC Part-I First Annual Examination 2026 result gazette.

Can I check the Sahiwal Board 11th Class Result 2026 by name?

A name-based search may be possible through the PDF gazette if candidate names are included and the document supports text searching.

What is the BISE Sahiwal SMS code for 11th Class Result 2026?

The commonly reported SMS code is 800292. Students should verify its availability through the board’s official announcements.

How can I check my Sahiwal Board result by roll number?

Open the official BISE Sahiwal result portal, select the relevant examination and enter your roll number to view the available result information.

Can I download the Sahiwal Board result gazette on my phone?

Yes. Once published, the PDF gazette can generally be downloaded and opened on a smartphone using a compatible PDF reader.

Is the BISE Sahiwal result gazette an official marks sheet?

No. The gazette is a consolidated examination document and may not replace an official marks sheet or certificate.

Final Update for Sahiwal Board Students

The BISE Sahiwal 11th Class Result Gazette 2026 provides students, teachers and educational institutions with a convenient way to access consolidated HSSC Part-I examination records.

Candidates can check their individual marks through the online result portal, while the gazette offers an alternative for reviewing multiple examination entries.

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