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ISLAMABAD, 4 October, 2026 (Kamran Raja): The bodies of three Pakistani nationals who died in Somalia have reached Ethiopia’s capital, Addis Ababa, as arrangements are being finalized for their repatriation to Pakistan. The repatriation process is being coordinated on the directives of Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, with authorities working to complete the necessary formalities. The bodies of Syed Kashif Umar, Ahmed Ansari and Rafiullah arrived in Addis Ababa and are expected to be transported to Karachi after the required clearances are obtained. Ethiopian Airlines officials are inspecting the coffins and reviewing the necessary arrangements before granting final approval for their onward transportation. Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has directed the relevant authorities to ensure the ear...

 ISLAMABAD, 4 October, 2026 (Nosheen): Pakistan’s space programme is making significant progress, with the Space & Upper Atmosphere Research Commission (SUPARCO) planning to land the country’s first lunar rover, Jinnah-1, on the Moon in 2028. SUPARCO Chairman Yusuf Khan, speaking at an event marking World Space Week, said Pakistan is increasingly strengthening its space capabilities and relying on its own satellite technology for various national needs. He said Pakistan launched the E-1 satellite in January 2025, followed by two more satellites in July and October 2025. According to him, Pakistan currently has six Earth-observation satellites supporting agriculture, urban planning, disaster management and other sectors. He also highlighted the growing use of satellite technolo...

 Islamabad, 3 October, 2026 (Nosheen): British High Commissioner Jane Marriott called on Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Senator Mohammad Ishaq Dar at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs today. The meeting focused on Pakistan-UK relations, with both sides welcoming the positive momentum in bilateral ties and discussing upcoming engagements aimed at further strengthening cooperation. The two sides also exchanged views on the evolving regional situation. Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar underscored the importance of efforts to ease tensions and reaffirmed that dialogue and diplomacy remain the only viable way forward.

 Lahore, 3 October, 2026 (Kamran Raja): The Counter-Terrorism Department (CTD) Punjab has arrested 13 suspected terrorists during 98 intelligence-based operations conducted across the province, according to a CTD spokesperson. The spokesperson said a suspected RAW-linked terrorist, identified as Wajid, was arrested in Pakpattan. The arrested suspects included Usman, Naeem, Abdul Mannan, Wajid, Osama, Hasan and Babar, among others. According to the CTD, explosive material, one hand grenade, three improvised explosive devices (IEDs), 12 detonators and 35 feet of fuse wire were recovered from the suspects. The department said 13 cases had been registered against the arrested individuals. During the current week, the CTD, in coordination with other law-enforcement agencies, also condu...