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Pakistan’s capital, Islamabad, and its neighboring city, Rawalpindi, are on high security alert as the government implements strict restrictions to maintain law and order. The Federal Government has issued directives for all government offices and institutions to operate from home, while the Islamabad High Court and Federal Court have announced a temporary halt in proceedings. The red zone in Islamabad has been completely sealed off for all types of traffic, with authorities advising citizens to follow alternative traffic plans.
In Rawalpindi, several major intersections, including Faizabad, Pir Wadhai, and 26-Number Chungi, have been closed, while the Rawalpindi-Islamabad Metro Bus Service has been suspended. The district administration in Karachi has also set up a red line office to monitor the situation.
The recent incident of firing on Dr. Saeed in Karachi has led to the registration of a case against unknown suspects. Federal Minister for Information, Fawad Chaudhry, has stated that Iran has yet to respond to Pakistan’s invitation for peace talks. The Election Commission of Pakistan had already de-notified Senator Meraj ul Haq on March 25, 2026.
Maulana Fazlur Rehman, the Chief of Jamaat-e-Islami (F), has expressed concerns that the current situation could lead to a global war. Minister of State for Block Chain and Cryptocurrency, Shibli Faraz, has announced that the State Bank of Pakistan has lifted the eight-year-old ban on cryptocurrency banking.
The Teachers Association of Karachi University has announced a complete boycott of the upcoming semester exams starting May 5, citing the government’s failure to address their demands. A corruption case worth Rs. 2.4 billion has been registered against former Chairman of the Examination Board, Mirpur Khas Board.
In a separate development, the Lahore High Court has set aside a 13-acre land acquisition order on the grounds that it was unlawful. Justice Ijazul Hassan heard a case regarding the provision of a copy of the decision to a resident of Gojra.
Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) Vice President, Sherry Rehman, has stated that Pakistan is making efforts to maintain peace and stability in the region. Three people were killed in a firing incident in Mingora, Swat, while a new-born baby girl was found abandoned in a graveyard in Bhurban, Murree.
In a separate incident, a bus carrying passengers from Karachi to Sukkur was involved in an accident. According to eyewitnesses, the driver lost control of the vehicle, resulting in the deaths of several passengers.
US President Donald Trump has stated that the crisis with Iran will be resolved through a major deal, and that he does not want the ceasefire to be extended. Qatari officials have stated that the Gulf states are in direct contact with the parties involved in the crisis on a daily basis.
The crisis, according to Qatari officials, is a regional issue and therefore requires a direct approach. The US news agency has reported that two regional officials have been quoted on the matter.
The Election Commission of Pakistan had already de-notified Senator Meraj ul Haq on March 25, 2026. An Instagram page has shared pictures of several celebrities, including Isabel, Anushka Sharma, German Vlogger Lzellz, and actress Ouyenit, writing, “Virat Kohli has always had a high preference for women.”
Finally, the PTI Chairman has instructed his followers to follow the decisions made by Chairman Mahmood Achakzai.
