4 d. ago Pakistan, Russia to expand road, rail connectivity for warm waters access

In a significant development on regional connectivity, Pakistan and Russia have agreed to collaborate on establishing a robust rail and road network to link Pakistan with Central Asia and Russia, providing landlocked states direct access to warm waters through Pakistan. The agreement was reached during a high-level meeting between Federal Minister for Communications Abdul Aleem […]

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5 d. 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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6 d. 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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7 d. ago Hot, humid weather grips Pakistan as rain looms in Northern regions

The Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) has predicted that hot and humid weather will persist across most parts of the country on Wednesday. However, rain, wind, and thundershowers are expected at isolated spots in the northern and upper regions, offering some relief from the rising temperatures. In Islamabad, the weather will remain humid and partly cloudy, […]

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9 d. ago KP tops death toll as monsoon rains, flashflood claim 45 lives across Pakistan

KP records highest toll with 21 dead, including 10 children; 13 killed in rain-related incidents across Punjab NEOC issues multiple impact-based weather alerts as the country braces for widespread rain, strong winds, and thunderstorms from June 29 to July 5 Warns heavy rainfall could trigger urban flooding, flashfloods, and landslides in several regions, including Kashmir, […]

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1 week 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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1 week ago PDMA alerts line departments as Punjab likely to receive 25pc more monsoon rains this year

PMD issues a three-day weather forecast for Karachi division, predicting isolated rain and thunderstorm ISLAMABAD/LAHORE: The Punjab’s Provincial Disaster Management Authority (PDMA) predicted that the province is likely to receive 25 percent more monsoon rains this year, while the Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) forecast isolated rainfall for Karachi. According to PDMA Director General Irfan Ali […]

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2 w. 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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2 w. ago NDMA urges caution as rain, thunderstorms loom over Punjab regions

The National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) on Tuesday urged citizens to remain cautious, as isolated rainfall, thunderstorms, and windstorms are forecast for Islamabad and several areas across Punjab from June 25 to July 1. In an impact-based weather report issued by the National Emergencies Operation Center (NEOC) of NDMA, weather conditions across various regions of […]

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2 w. ago Karachi likely to receive thunderstorms and rain from friday to sunday

Residents of Karachi may experience thunderstorms and rainfall from Friday through Sunday, according to the Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD). The city is expected to remain partly cloudy and humid over the next three days. PMD forecasts indicate a rise in temperature ahead of the rainfall. On Wednesday, temperatures may reach 37°C, climbing to 38°C by […]

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3 w. ago Sheikh Waqas Akram criticizes regime’s governance, warns of economic collapse

ISLAMABAD: Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) Central Information Secretary Sheikh Waqas Akram has strongly condemned the current regime, accusing it of incompetence and poor governance. In a statement issued on Sunday, he highlighted the worsening economic conditions of ordinary Pakistanis, stating that the country is now trapped in a severe debt crisis. Waqas emphasized that while the […]

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3 w. ago Thunderstorm, Rain Expected Across Punjab Until June 16: PDMA

The Provincial Disaster Management Authority (PDMA) has issued a weather advisory warning for thunderstorms and rain across most districts of Punjab starting this evening and lasting until June 16. The advisory, issued on Friday, predicts strong winds, dusty gusts, and intermittent showers in regions including Lahore, Narowal, Sargodha, Jhang, Mianwali, Sialkot, and Faisalabad. The alert […]

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3 w. ago Budget statistics a ‘smokescreen’ to mask economic ‘meltdown:’ PTI

Alarming brain drain a direct result of growing hopelessness, economic mismanagement: Waqas ISLAMABAD: Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) Central Information Secretary Sheikh Waqas Akram strongly criticized the imposed government for presenting fabricated and misleading data in the Economic Survey, dismissing it as nothing more than a smokescreen designed to conceal its glaring economic failures. He stated that […]

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3 w. ago Rain, thunderstorms expected in upper and central Pakistan from june 13 to 16

The Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) has forecast rain and thunderstorms in upper and central regions of the country from June 13 to 16. According to officials, moist winds are entering the northern parts of Pakistan. A new wave of westerly winds is likely to affect upper areas starting Thursday. From June 13, areas like Kashmir, […]

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3 w. ago US Centcom chief lauds Pakistan as ‘phenomenal partner’ in counterterrorism

They have been a phenomenal partner in counterterrorism world, Gen Kurilla testifies before House Armed Services Committee The Centcom chief states the US needs to maintain ties with both Pakistan and India WASHINGTON: United States Central Command (Centcom) commander Army General Michael Kurilla on Wednesday praised Pakistan as a “phenomenal partner in the world of […]

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4 w. ago US CENTCOM commander calls Pakistan an exceptional counterterrorism partner

General Michael Erik Kurilla, commander of US Central Command (CENTCOM), praised Pakistan as a vital partner in the global fight against terrorism. Speaking before the US Senate Armed Services Committee, he emphasized Pakistan’s crucial role in combating ISIS-Khorasan, one of the world’s most active terrorist groups. General Kurilla said Pakistan has emerged as an exceptional […]

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4 w. ago US Centcom commander hails Pakistan’s role in Global Counter

ISLAMABAD – US Central Command (Centcom) Commander General Michael Kurilla Applauded Pakistan’s efforts against militant organizations. American general praised Islamabad

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4 w. ago Trump’s nominee for South Asia backs Pakistan ties, emphasizes peace with India

WASHINGTON: Paul Kapur, nominated by President Donald Trump as the next US Assistant Secretary of State for South and Central Asia, has expressed strong support for enhancing cooperation with Pakistan in security, trade, and investment sectors. In his Senate confirmation hearing on Wednesday, Kapur outlined his commitment to fostering peace and stability in South Asia, […]

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