Mirpur

Bilawal Bhutto-Zardari of the PPP responded to Nawaz Sharif of the PML-N, asserting that residents of Azad Jammu and Kashmir (AJK) and similar-named regions will not surrender their political rights. The exchange occurs ahead of AJK's first election phase in Mirpur, amid allegations of pre-poll rigging and criticism of PML-N's 'gifts' of e-buses. Bilawal emphasized the PPP's infrastructure and educational projects in AJK, contrasting them with the PML-N's promises.

Nawaz Sharif and Maryam Nawaz pledged infrastructure and welfare projects for Azad Jammu and Kashmir (AJK), including an international airport and electric buses, amid PPP criticism over electioneering tactics. PPP accused the PML-N of making pre-poll promises and urged the Election Commission to address the issue.

Nawaz Sharif criticized the lack of development in Azad Jammu and Kashmir (AJK) after his removal from power, vowing to implement a manifesto prioritizing education, healthcare, and infrastructure if PML-N wins the upcoming elections. He and Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz announced plans for schools, hospitals, and natural gas access in AJK, emphasizing their party's past contributions to the region.

Bangladesh secured its first one-day international series win over Australia with a 2-0 lead in a three-match series. A rain delay led to a revised DLS target of 192 in 41 overs, which Bangladesh achieved with six overs to spare, clinching the historic victory.

Sedition cases and a Rs10 million reward for information against leaders of the proscribed Joint Awami Action Committee (JAAC) were ordered in Azad Jammu and Kashmir (AJK) following clashes between law enforcers and protesters. Clashes resulted in injuries and feared deaths, with a government-led shutdown and internet blackout complicating information flow.