14 h. ago Pakistan warns UN of Afghanistan becoming breeding ground for terror

Pakistan on Monday called on the international community to “speak with one voice” in order to hold the Taliban to their commitments, including not to allow the use of Afghan soil against any country and to ensure the shared goal of a stable and prosperous Afghanistan free from terrorism. “We continue to see attempts by […]

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17 h. 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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18 h. ago Heavy rain, floods forecast for Pakistan as PMD issues alert for next two days

ISLAMABAD: The Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) on Tuesday issued a warning for heavy rainfall and potential flooding across various regions of the country, including Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, northeast Punjab, Azad Kashmir, and parts of Balochistan, for the next two days. Monsoon rains are essential for replenishing water supplies, aiding agriculture, and supporting livelihoods, especially for farmers […]

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41 h. ago Tarbela spillways trigger flood threat: PM orders high alert

Opening of the Tarbela Dam spillways has triggered a flood-like situation in the Indus River, affecting multiple regions across Pakistan. In Attock’s Khushalgarh area, a two-storey police post was swept away by the rising waters. A similar incident had damaged the same post during last year’s flooding. A high flood wave is also passing through […]

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46 h. ago NEOC alerts Pakistan to rising rivers and flood risks until july 10

The National Emergencies Operation Center (NEOC) has issued a strong warning about moderate to heavy monsoon rains expected to continue across Pakistan until July 10. These rains, driven by moisture from the Bay of Bengal and Arabian Sea combined with a strong westerly weather wave, will likely cause both riverine and flash floods in multiple […]

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47 h. ago Field Marshal Munir: India’s claims baseless, Pakistan ready to defend firmly

Pakistan’s Army Chief Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir has warned that any attack on the country will face an extremely harsh response. He said that any attempt to hit Pakistan’s cities, military bases, ports, or economic centers would be answered with a reaction much stronger than expected. He issued this strong statement during his address […]

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49 h. ago Heavy rains to lash Pakistan as PMD warns of flash floods and landslides

According to the PMD, isolated heavy to very heavy rainfall may lead to dangerous flash floods in local streams and nullahs across hilly areas such as Murree, Galliyat, Mansehra, Swat, and parts of Balochistan. There is also a high chance of landslides in vulnerable mountainous regions of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa and Kashmir, which could block roads […]

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69 h. ago EV industry urges faster charging infrastructure and cost solutions

Electric vehicle (EV) manufacturers have voiced strong concerns about the lack of charging stations and high vehicle costs, warning that these issues are holding back Pakistan’s shift to clean energy. During a consultative meeting with the Ministry of Climate Change and Environmental Coordination, industry leaders emphasized the urgent need for action to boost EV adoption. […]

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3 d. 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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3 d. 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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5 d. ago Pakistan may face severe water shortage by 2025, warns NDMA chief

ISLAMABAD – Pakistan is at risk of becoming the 15th most water-stressed country in the world by 2025 due to the growing impact of climate change, said NDMA Chairman Lieutenant General Inam Haider during a detailed briefing to the National Assembly’s Standing Committee on Climate Change. Committee members visited the National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA), […]

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6 d. ago Pakistan urges urgent UN action to end gang violence in Haiti

Pakistan has called on the United Nations Security Council to take immediate and strong action to restore peace in Haiti, where gang violence has caused chaos and suffering. Speaking during a Council meeting, Pakistan’s UN envoy Asim Iftikhar Ahmad warned that Haiti’s streets have become battlegrounds and that time is running out. Ambassador Asim emphasized […]

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6 d. ago Ahsan Iqbal warns: Pakistan’s population headed for 386 million by 2050

ISLAMABAD – Federal Minister for Planning, Ahsan Iqbal, chaired a high-level meeting on population management, calling it a national emergency. He warned that Pakistan’s 2.55% population growth rate could push the population beyond 386 million by 2050. The Minister stressed that family size affects every aspect of life—health, education, and jobs—and urged national coordination to […]

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6 d. ago Pakistan’s extreme rain and floods kill 64 in one week, warns govt

Heavy downpours and flash floods have killed 64 people and injured 117 across Pakistan over the past week, the National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) reported. The latest deaths underscore the growing severity of climate-driven weather events. Khyber Pakhtunkhwa saw the worst impact, with 23 lives lost, including 10 children. In the Swat Valley, 14 people […]

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6 d. ago US warned Modi hours before Pakistan’s 9 may strikes, Indian FM reveals

Indian Foreign Minister S. Jaishankar revealed that on the night of May 9, 2025, U.S. Vice President J.D. Vance personally warned Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi about a possible large-scale Pakistani military strike. The warning came amid rising tensions following earlier Indian air strikes inside Pakistani territory. Jaishankar, speaking to an American magazine, said he […]

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1 week ago GLOF alert issued as early monsoon sets in, flash floods expected

ISLAMABAD: The National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) has issued multiple alerts across Pakistan, warning of potential Glacial Lake Outburst Floods (GLOF), flash floods, landslides, and heavy rainfall in both northern and southern regions over the next 24 hours. The warning comes as a combination of high temperatures, intensified monsoon currents, and a westerly wave increases […]

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1 week ago Trump heaps praises on COAS for averting nuclear war with India

THE HAGUE – US President Donald Trump has once again praised Chief of Army Staff Field Marshal Asim Munir for

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2 w. ago Pakistan collects record Rs298 billion in tobacco taxes, but WHO warns on weak control measures

Pakistan collected a record Rs298 billion (around $1.1 billion) in tobacco taxes in 2024, marking a significant win in reducing tobacco use, according to the World Health Organization’s (WHO) Global Tobacco Epidemic Report 2025. This achievement followed major tax reforms, including a 28% drop in cigarette production. The WHO praised Pakistan for tripling cigarette taxes, […]

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2 w. ago Heavy monsoon rains expected across Pakistan from june 25; flood and landslide alerts issued

Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) has issued a warning for heavy monsoon rains starting from June 25, earlier than usual, with risks of floods and landslides across the country. The monsoon season typically begins in July but has arrived about a week early this year, prompting authorities to alert residents and officials. PMD Chief Meteorologist Zaheer […]

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2 w. ago Fazl calls on govt to withdraw Trump’s Nobel Peace Prize nomination

JUI-F chief reiterates his party’s support for Iran, warning against attempts to detach religion from politics in Pakistan MURREE: Maulana Fazlur Rehman, the chief of Jamiat Ulema-e-Islam (F), has strongly condemned the government’s decision to recommend US President Donald Trump for the Nobel Peace Prize, calling it a direct insult to the victims of US-led […]

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