February 7, 2026

Hong Kong Toddler Falls Ill from Tainted Nestlé Milk Formula; 390 Aptamil Cans Recalled

A one-year-old girl in Hong Kong may have been poisoned by Nestlé infant milk formula. Authorities ordered a recall of 390 Aptamil formula cans due to a toxin scare, with about 50 children reported unwell.

February 7, 2026

Ambreen Jan's Appointment as Pemra Chair Stalled Over Security Clearance

Ambreen Jan, selected by parliament, awaits approval to become the first female chairperson of Pakistan's media regulator Pemra. Her appointment is delayed by security clearance concerns more than a month after recommendation.

February 7, 2026

SMBBMU Urges PMDC to Cut MBBS and BDS Admission Marks by 10% to Fill Vacant Seats

SMBBMU asks Pakistan Medical and Dental Council to reduce MBBS and BDS admission passing marks by 10%. Around 350 seats in private medical colleges in Sindh remain vacant due to strict criteria.

February 7, 2026

Basant Festival Back After 18 Years in Lahore, Six Injured in Kite-Related Accidents

The Basant kite festival in Lahore has returned after 18 years, but six people have been injured by kite strings so far. The Punjab government lifted the kite flying ban with new safety rules. Officials urge bikers to use protective wires to avoid accidents.

February 7, 2026

Disabled Voters Face Hardships During West Bengal Voter List Revision Amid SIR Process

Disabled voters in West Bengal, including Arpita Banerjee, report trauma and long waits during voter list hearings. Despite Election Commission rules for exemptions, many face hardships and humiliation.