12 h. ago Risk behind QR codes: Steps to avoid scams, protect personal data

ISLAMABAD – People should scan QR codes only from trusted and known sources, as any negligence could result in a

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12 h. ago NDMA predicts heavy rains, flash flood risk in next 24 hours

The National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) has issued a nationwide alert, warning of intense rainfall across multiple regions in the next 24 to 48 hours. The authority has urged citizens—especially those in low-lying and flood-prone areas—to remain prepared and cooperate with emergency teams if evacuation becomes necessary. According to the NDMA spokesperson, Rawalpindi and Islamabad […]

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14 h. ago New IVF technique successfully lowers risk of genetic diseases

A world-first IVF trial in the UK has led to the birth of eight healthy babies, using a new method that greatly reduces the risk of mothers passing on genetic diseases. The technique targets mitochondrial diseases, which affect one in every 5,000 births and currently have no cure. The procedure uses a small amount of […]

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4 d. ago CM Maryam orders ‘no bird zones’ and ‘ring fencing’ for aircraft safety

Punjab CM mobilizes district admin, Wildlife Department, and EPA to check business that may create a risk of birds gathering LAHORE: Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz on Sunday directed the district administration and Wildlife Department and Environment Protection Authority to address the bird hazard around airports and implement ‘ring fencing’ by declaring various areas of […]

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5 d. ago Emergency vaccination drives slash outbreak deaths by 60%, study finds

Emergency vaccination efforts during deadly disease outbreaks have reduced death rates by nearly 60% over the past 25 years, according to a major new global study. The research, supported by the Gavi vaccine alliance and conducted by Australia’s Burnet Institute, offers the world’s first detailed analysis of how emergency immunisation improves public and global health […]

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6 d. ago Pakistan condemns India’s weaponisation of water at UN meeting

ISLAMABAD: At a preparatory meeting for the 2026 UN Water Conference, Pakistan strongly criticized India’s actions of suspending the 1960 Indus Waters Treaty (IWT), which it claimed put the lives of over 225 million people at risk. Ambassador Usman Jadoon, Pakistan’s Deputy Permanent Representative to the UN, expressed Pakistan’s concern, stating that water should act […]

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6 d. ago Five dead, four injured as vehicle plunges into deep gorge in Kurram district

KURRAM: At least five people were killed and four others were injured when a pickup vehicle plunged into a deep gorge in Kurram district on Friday morning, according to local police. The accident took place in Para Chamkani Gondal, where the vehicle, traveling from Spin Ghar Manro to Sadda Bazaar in Lower Kurram, lost control […]

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7 d. ago Flooding risk escalates in Islamabad as heavy rains continue

ISLAMABAD: A young man was swept away by floodwaters in Islamabad on Wednesday after heavy monsoon rains led to rising fears of flash floods. The incident occurred in the Koral area, where Mohsin, the victim, was attempting to cross an overflowing seasonal stream on his motorcycle. Rescue operations were ongoing into the evening as swollen […]

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7 d. ago Heavy rains cut off Muzaffarabad and Chitral, life disrupted

Continuous heavy rainfall has severely disrupted normal life in Azad Kashmir, including Muzaffarabad and nearby hilly areas. Flash floods swept away large sections of key connecting roads, cutting off access for several remote communities. In Chitral, rapid glacier melting has caused streams and rivers to overflow. Flooding has affected both upper and lower areas. Heavy […]

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8 d. ago Over 1.7 million users at risk from malicious chrome extensions

Security researchers have discovered 11 malicious Google Chrome extensions that have collectively been downloaded over 1.7 million times. These extensions, available on the Chrome Web Store, are capable of tracking user activity and redirecting them to dangerous websites. The threat was first identified by cybersecurity experts at Koi Security and reported by Bleeping Computer. The […]

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9 d. ago Afghan family wins visa battle against German government freeze

A German court has ruled that an Afghan family at risk must be issued visas, despite the government freezing its humanitarian admissions programme. The family, currently in Pakistan, was previously accepted under the programme meant for vulnerable Afghans following the Taliban takeover in 2021. Berlin’s administrative court declared that the family had received a “legally […]

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9 d. ago Pakistan warns UN of growing terror threat from Afghan soil, cites TTP as global risk

ISLAMABAD: In a firm stance against the growing threat of terrorism emanating from Afghanistan, Pakistan’s Permanent Ambassador to the United Nations, Asim Iftikhar Ahmad, urged the international community to take action to prevent Afghanistan from becoming a breeding ground for terrorist organizations, particularly the Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP). Addressing the UN General Assembly’s plenary session on […]

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1 week ago ‘The Sandman’ Season 2 lands mixed reviews, scores lower on Rotten Tomatoes

The Sandman Season 2 is now streaming on Netflix and while it impresses visually, reviews are clearly mixed. On Rotten Tomatoes, The Sandman Season 2 holds a 74 percent critic score, based on 19 reviews and a 70 percent audience score from more than 50 users. This is a noticeable drop from Season 1, which […]

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1 week ago PMD warns about risk of Glacial Lake Outburst Floods in GB, KP

ISLAMABAD: The Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) has issued a critical warning about the risk of Glacial Lake Outburst Floods (GLOFs) in Gilgit-Baltistan and Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, triggered by glacier melting due to an ongoing heatwave. In a statement released by the PMD’s Research and Development Division in Islamabad, the department warned that rising temperatures, combined with […]

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1 week ago ECC demands fair access for farmers left out of Rs37.5bn loan scheme

The Economic Coordination Committee (ECC) has expressed concern over the exclusion of small farmers from Punjab and Sindh in a new Risk Coverage Scheme. The scheme, developed to provide financial support to farmers in underserved areas, currently covers only Khyber Pakhtunkhwa and Balochistan. The ECC has now asked the State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) to […]

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1 week ago KP on high alert as PDMA warns of increased risk of GLOFs as monsoon rains intensify

ISLAMABAD: The Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Provincial Disaster Management Authority (PDMA) has raised a warning regarding the heightened risk of Glacial Lake Outburst Floods (GLOF) in the province’s glacial regions due to the ongoing heavy rains and flash floods. A recent advisory issued by the PDMA indicates that the increase in temperature and subsequent melting of glaciers, […]

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1 week ago Stay alert: Glacial flood risk raises alarm in Gilgit and KP

Authorities have issued a flood warning due to rapid glacier melting in Gilgit-Baltistan and Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. The rising temperatures are causing glaciers to melt faster than usual. This has increased the risk of glacial lake bursts, which can trigger sudden and powerful floods. Such floods could damage homes, roads, and farmlands in nearby areas. Rescue […]

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1 week ago Time’s up for Babar and Rizwan: Aaqib Javed’s strong message

Aaqib Javed, director of PCB’s High Performance Center and former fast bowler, said he has clearly communicated to Babar Azam and Mohammad Rizwan about areas they need to improve. Both senior players were advised on how to fix weaknesses to strengthen their game. Recently, PCB held three skill development camps focusing on improving players’ techniques […]

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1 week ago Tarbela dam spillways to open as rising water sparks flood alert

Due to continuous heavy rainfall in northern areas, authorities have decided to open the spillways of Tarbela Dam to manage the rapidly increasing water levels. This move aims to prevent pressure build-up and potential structural risk. The National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) stated that opening the spillways could raise the Indus River’s water flow to […]

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2 w. ago Court reserves verdict on Shehbaz’s plea in defamation suit against PTI founder

Additional Sessions judge hears arguments before reserving the verdict to be announced on July 10 LAHORE: A lower court in Lahore on Thursday reserved its verdict, to be announced on July 10, on Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif’s petition to make the legal notice a part of the record in his defamation suit against Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf […]

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