On July 15, Pakistan's political landscape was rocked by a controversial announcement from Information Minister Attaullah Tarar. The government revealed plans to ban the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) party, led by the jailed former Prime Minister Imran Khan. Alongside this, there are proposals to press treason charges against Khan under Article 6 of the Constitution.

On Monday, Pakistan handed over to India a list of defence personnel who went missing during the wars of 1965 and 1971, in addition to exchanging lists of civilian prisoners and fishermen in each other's custody. This exchange took place through diplomatic channels in both New Delhi and Islamabad.

The joint statement between Saudi Arabia and Pakistan, issued after a meeting between Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and Saudi de-facto ruler Prince Mohammed bin Salman, underscores the significance of dialogue between Islamabad and New Delhi to address their outstanding issues, notably the Kashmir dispute.

During his stay from April 6 to 8, coinciding with the final days of Ramadan, Sharif will also undertake Umrah in Makkah and offer prayers at the revered Masjid Nabwi Al-Sharif in Medina.

The Prime Minister of Pakistan, Shehbaz Sharif, has directed a comprehensive joint investigation into the recent terrorist attack on Chinese nationals, following Beijing's call for swift action to ensure the safety of Chinese personnel working in the country.

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) mission is likely to land in Pakistan on Wednesday to conduct an economic assessment regarding the USD 3 billion Stand-By Arrangement and simultaneously Islamabad is likely to request a USD 6-8 billion fresh loan programme, according to a report