16 h. ago Heavy rain predicted across Punjab on Ashura; citizens urged to stay alert

A new monsoon spell has entered Punjab, bringing with it a forecast of heavy rain across several cities on Ashura (10th Muharram). The Pakistan Meteorological Department has warned that downpours could affect Lahore, Rawalpindi, Gujranwala, Sialkot, Faisalabad, and nearby regions. The current weather system is expected to continue until July 10, possibly causing a rise […]

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53 h. ago NDMA warns of widespread rains, flash floods starting Sunday

The National Emergencies Operation Center (NEOC) of National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) on Thursday advised vigilance as heavy rain, thunderstorms, and potential flash floods are expected to affect various parts of the country from July 6 to 10. Impact-based weather alerts from the National Emergencies Operation Center (NEOC) warned that predicted monsoon activity combined with […]

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63 h. ago From rain to risk: NDMA warns of flood danger from July 6–12

The National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) has issued a major weather alert for July 6 to 12. The warning includes heavy rain, thunderstorms, and flash floods in many parts of the country. This alert is based on expected monsoon activity and a strong westerly wave. The NEOC, a unit of NDMA, shared this advisory on […]

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6 d. ago Twin earthquakes hit Balochistan, damage homes and injure four

QUETTA: Early Sunday morning, Balochistan was rocked by two powerful earthquakes that caused widespread panic, structural damage, and injuries in the Barkhan, Musa Khel, and surrounding areas. The tremors were felt across multiple towns, significantly affecting remote areas already prone to seismic activity. The first earthquake struck at 3:24 AM with a magnitude of 5.5 […]

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6 d. ago Swat tragedy sparks crackdown on illegal hotels as KP flood death toll hits 20

SWAT – Authorities in Swat launched a major crackdown on illegal hotels built along the Swat River after a tragic incident claimed 12 lives. The action follows heavy rain and flooding that swept away a group of tourists during a picnic. The local administration began demolishing unauthorized structures on Sunday to restore the river’s natural […]

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6 d. ago Heavy rains hit Lahore as Punjab activates monsoon emergency plan

LAHORE – A strong thunderstorm accompanied by heavy rain lashed Lahore and surrounding areas on Sunday, breaking the long spell of humidity and bringing much-needed relief to residents. However, the storm also caused significant power disruptions across the city. Key areas like Shimla Pahari, Mall Road, Gulberg, Muslim Town, and Allama Iqbal Town were among […]

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6 d. ago Karachi braces for more drizzle after days of heavy rainfall

KARACHI – After two days of heavy downpours, Karachi is expected to see light rain and cloudy skies today, according to the Pakistan Meteorological Department. The weather system that earlier caused significant rainfall has now weakened, reducing the chances of further intense showers. Today’s maximum temperature is expected to reach 32°C, slightly higher than yesterday’s […]

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8 d. ago Swat river floods after heavy rain, over 75 swept away; rescue efforts ongoing

Heavy rains in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa caused the Swat River to flood, sweeping away more than 75 people, including women and children, at seven different locations. Rescue teams have recovered eight bodies and saved over 55 people so far. Search operations continue for more than 20 missing individuals. Rescue spokesperson Niaz Ahmad Khan said that the […]

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8 d. ago Karachi hit by heavy rain, over 300 power feeders trip causing widespread outages

KARACHI – A heavy spell of rain, accompanied by thunder and lightning, lashed various parts of Karachi on Friday, plunging large areas of the city into darkness and creating serious disruptions. The sudden downpour led to more than 300 power feeders tripping, severely affecting the electricity supply in multiple neighborhoods. Rainfall was reported in areas […]

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9 d. ago 29 pupils taking high school exams killed in Central Africa crush

Twenty-nine students taking their high school exams in the Central African Republic died in a stampede sparked by an exploding power transformer, the health ministry told AFP Thursday. Just over 5,300 students were sitting the second day of the baccalaureate exams at the time of the explosion early Wednesday afternoon in Bangui, the capital of […]

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1 week ago PDMA warns of heavy monsoon rains; alerts issued across Punjab

LAHORE  – The Provincial Disaster Management Authority (PDMA) Punjab has announced the arrival of the first spell of monsoon rains, which will continue until July 1. Heavy rain, thunderstorms, and strong winds are expected in most districts, raising concerns about flooding and landslides. Early morning downpours hit Islamabad and nearby Rawalpindi, causing water to accumulate […]

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1 week ago Monsoon rains soak twin cities; Urban flooding alert issued across Punjab

Monsoon rains have officially arrived in Pakistan, bringing heavy downpours to Islamabad and Rawalpindi early Wednesday morning. The intense rain caused water to collect in low-lying areas and on major roads, disrupting normal traffic flow. Meanwhile, the water level in Nullah Lai began to rise, raising concerns about possible flooding. Across Punjab, dark clouds covered […]

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1 week ago Iran targets Israeli power plant with missile strike, widespread outages reported

Iran launched several retaliatory missile strikes on southern Israel, hitting a power plant and causing widespread electricity disruptions across multiple cities, according to Al Jazeera and Israeli media reports. Israel Electric Corporation confirmed that a missile landed near strategic infrastructure, leading to power outages in several towns. The attack followed recent Israeli strikes on Iran, […]

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2 w. ago Major fire engulfs Karachi shopping mall, no casualties reported

A large fire broke out late Tuesday night at a shopping mall in Karachi’s Gulistan-e-Johar area, rapidly spreading and consuming a significant part of the building. Firefighters rushed to the scene to control the blaze, which caused widespread concern among local residents. At least 12 fire brigade vehicles arrived promptly after emergency calls, along with […]

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2 w. ago Israel vows Tehran will ‘pay the price’ after deadly missile strikes on Tel Aviv, Haifa

Tensions between Israel and Iran have reached a boiling point as Iranian missiles struck Tel Aviv and Haifa early Monday, killing at least eight civilians and injuring over 100 others. In response, Israeli Defense Minister Israel Katz warned that residents of Tehran would “pay the price, and soon.” The predawn attacks caused widespread damage across […]

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3 w. ago Sindh boosts law and order budget to Rs179.7 billion for 2025

The Sindh government has increased its law and order budget to Rs179.7 billion for the 2025-26 fiscal year. This marks a 4.5% rise from last year’s Rs172 billion. A large portion, Rs117 billion, is set aside for the police. The move reflects the government’s push to improve safety, especially in crime-hit areas like Karachi. The […]

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4 w. ago Karachi hit by two more quakes as Landhi fault line remains active

KARACHI – Two more low-intensity earthquakes struck Karachi on Friday morning, raising the total number of tremors recorded in the last six days to 32. The ongoing seismic activity has sparked growing concern among city residents. According to Express News, the first earthquake had its epicenter near DHA (Malir), while the second originated in the […]

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4 w. ago Russian airstrikes kill 6, injure 80 in major assault on Ukraine

Russia launched a powerful missile and drone attack on Ukraine early Friday, killing at least six people and injuring around 80 others. The overnight strikes caused widespread destruction in cities including Kyiv, Chernihiv, Lutsk, and Ternopil. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy confirmed that three emergency responders were killed in Kyiv during a second strike after arriving […]

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