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The Judicial Commission of Pakistan (JCP) extended the term of the Sindh High Court’s constitutional benches for one year during a meeting on 13 October. Commission members renominated every existing judge of the benches following a majority vote of 14 to 1.

In Islamabad, officials convened at the Supreme Court Building Conference Room to conduct the proceedings. Capt. (Retd.) Muhammad Safdar Awan filed a formal complaint against Ahsan Bhoon seeking an inquiry into his professional credentials.

The petition requested the verification of Ahsan Bhoon’s bar enrolment, educational qualifications, and other professional records. Authorities referred the complaint to the Secretary of the Pakistan Bar Council for official comments.

The Returning Officer verified Ahsan Bhoon’s degree in 2021 and again in 2026. The University of the Punjab confirmed that the degree was genuine on both occasions.

Mohammad Ishaq Dar urged all political parties to collaborate in the fight against terrorism during a Senate session on 13 October. Dar stated that both federal and provincial governments share the duty of ensuring stability and security across the country.

The Constitution provides a specific mechanism for obtaining parliamentary approval on emergency measures. More than 3,000 terrorist attacks occurred in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa during the tenure of Sohail Afridi.

An extra one per cent share was allocated to Khyber Pakhtunkhwa under the National Finance Commission (NFC) Award. Pakistan faced a potential default in 2022.

The Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) did not condemn the attack on the Jaffar Express.

Imran Ashraf and Iqra Aziz shared a photograph on Instagram Story featuring their past work. The post included the song Muqaddraan by Rahma Ali and Saania as a background soundtrack.

"Great Iqra Aziz. Bhola and Noori," Ashraf wrote in the caption. The pair previously starred together in Ranjha Ranjha Kardi, which first aired in 2018.

Ashraf portrayed Bhola, a young man with an intellectual disability, while Aziz played the role of Noori. In 2019, Ashraf expressed his gratitude toward the viewers for their support.

Aziz is also known for her role as Jiya in the serial Suno Chanda, while Ashraf appeared in Alif Allah Aur Insaan. No official announcement has been made regarding a future collaboration between the two actors.

Mohsin Naqvi hosted a reception in Islamabad on 13 October to honour Magnus Brunner, the European Commissioner for Home Affairs and Migration. Diplomats from Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, the Czech Republic, Denmark, France, Germany, Hungary, Ireland, Italy, the Netherlands, Romania, Spain, and Sweden attended the gathering.

Representatives from the European Union also participated in the event alongside Chaudhry Salik Hussain and Talal Chaudhry. Brunner praised the natural scenery and beauty of Islamabad during his visit.

The European Commissioner and the accompanying diplomats thanked Naqvi for his hospitality.

The Federal Breast Cancer Screening Centre at the Pakistan Institute of Medical Sciences (PIMS) hosted an awareness seminar on 13 October. Natalie A. Baker spoke at the event, highlighting that early detection and public awareness are vital for preventing breast cancer from becoming fatal.

Baker noted that the disease remains a grave global health issue, specifically impacting young women across Pakistan. Patients diagnosed with the condition need comprehensive mental, physical, and psychological backing from their friends, families, and local communities in addition to clinical treatment.

Timely medical consultations and active awareness campaigns can significantly improve survival rates and save lives. Additional speakers at the seminar advocated for a unified effort to eliminate the social stigma surrounding breast cancer.