9 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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12 h. ago Thousands flock to China’s first Legoland despite scorching heatwave

Thousands of excited visitors crowded the grand opening of China’s first Legoland resort in Shanghai, despite a severe heatwave gripping the region. The resort, built with over 85 million Lego bricks, quickly sold out of tickets as families and Lego fans lined up to explore more than 75 rides, performances, and attractions spread across 300,000 […]

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29 h. ago Karachi, Sindh weather: Rains of varying intensities expected

KARACHI – Rainfall of varying intensities and gusty winds are expected in Karachi and parts of Sindh on Sunday night

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35 h. ago India admits heavy losses in ‘operation sindoor’, to posthumously honour 100 soldiers

ISLAMABAD: Under intense internal pressure, the Indian government has officially acknowledged the heavy toll suffered during ‘Operation Sindoor’ and announced that 100 fallen troops will be honoured posthumously. The recognition includes four fighter pilots and five S-400 air defense system operators. The conflict erupted on May 7 after India launched missile strikes against Pakistan, blaming […]

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36 h. ago Japan pushes to avoid tariff hike as talks with U.S. intensify

Japan’s top tariff negotiator, Ryosei Akazawa, held detailed phone discussions with U.S. Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick on Thursday and Saturday in a bid to ease trade tensions. The talks come just days before a 24% reciprocal tariff on Japanese imports is set to expire on July 9. The Japanese government emphasized its commitment to continue […]

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53 h. 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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58 h. 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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58 h. ago After İmamoğlu, Erdoğan’s govt targets more CHP leaders in southern Turkey

On Saturday morning, Turkish authorities arrested three more mayors from the main opposition party, the Republican People’s Party (CHP), deepening political tensions in the country. CHP officials condemned the move, calling it “political revenge” by President Erdoğan’s government. According to French news agency AFP, the arrests are linked to a corruption case that previously led […]

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61 h. ago China warns EU: Russia’s defeat in Ukraine is unacceptable, citing U.S. threat

China has privately warned the European Union that it cannot allow Russia to lose the Ukraine war, according to an official briefed on the meeting. Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi made this clear during a four-hour talk with EU foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas in Brussels. He expressed concern that Russia’s defeat would allow the […]

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63 h. ago Skies unleash in Islamabad & Rawalpindi: Streets flooded, alerts issued

Islamabad and Rawalpindi experienced heavy overnight rainfall, while light showers were reported in various parts of Karachi, as the ongoing monsoon system intensifies across the country. According to the Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD), widespread heavy rains are expected from July 6 to July 10 across Punjab, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP), Islamabad, Kashmir, Gilgit-Baltistan, and the Pothohar […]

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63 h. ago Monsoon batters Balochistan; Six dead as rains continue until july 8

Several districts of Balochistan have been hit by ongoing monsoon rains, turning streets and low-lying areas into water channels. The second spell of the monsoon season began today and is expected to intensify over the coming days. According to the Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD), 17mm of rain was recorded in Barkhan and 6mm in Khuzdar […]

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3 d. ago Germany to the rescue? Patriot deal in talks to shield Ukraine

BERLIN — Amid growing concern over the weakening of direct US military support to Ukraine, Germany is considering purchasing additional Patriot air defence systems from the United States on Ukraine’s behalf, a move aimed at bolstering Kyiv’s defences against intensifying Russian aerial assaults. Government spokesperson Stefan Kornelius confirmed on Friday that Berlin is engaged in […]

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3 d. ago Syria willing to work with US to restore 1974 truce deal with Israel

Syria has expressed readiness to cooperate with the United States to reinstate the 1974 disengagement agreement with Israel, according to a statement issued after a call between Syrian Foreign Minister Asad Al-Shibani and his American counterpart Marco Rubio. The development comes as Washington intensifies efforts to mediate peace between Syria and Israel. Last week, US […]

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3 d. ago China reassures Europe on rare earth supply amid export controls

BEIJING: Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi said on Thursday that rare earth exports have never been and should not become an issue between China and Europe. Wang, also a member of the Political Bureau of the Communist Party of China Central Committee, made the remarks during a press conference with German Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul […]

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3 d. ago It can drown Pakistan in floods and scorch it with heatwaves 

By: Hamnah Naeem In September 2022, Pakistan was in global headlines, but not for a good reason. A large portion of the country, nearly one-third, was submerged following unusual monsoon floods. More than 1700 people lost their lives, and millions were displaced. Crops were destroyed, acres of agricultural land were ruined, and the economy was […]

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3 d. 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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3 d. 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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3 d. ago 15 killed in Gaza airstrike as Trump awaits Hamas ceasefire reply

  At least 15 Palestinians died in an overnight Israeli airstrike in southern Gaza, local health officials confirmed on Friday. The strike hit a tent camp in Khan Younis around 2 a.m., targeting people already displaced by war. Families held funeral prayers later that day as grief spread across the community. A 13-year-old girl, Mayar […]

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3 d. ago FIA summons 15 CDA officers in Rs297 million corruption probe

The Federal Investigation Agency (FIA) has summoned 15 officers of the Capital Development Authority (CDA) in connection with a corruption case involving nearly Rs297 million. The FIA’s Corporate Crime Circle issued a second notice on Friday, intensifying its ongoing investigation. According to the official notification, the inquiry is registered under case number 49/2022 and is […]

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3 d. ago Air India falsified maintenance records amid engine safety directive: report

India’s aviation watchdog warned Air India Express earlier this year for failing to replace engine parts on time as required by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA), according to an official memo. The memo also revealed that maintenance records were allegedly altered to show compliance with the directive, raising major safety concerns. The incident […]

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