weather
Rawalpindi Declares Emergency Amid Heavy Rain Alert
A fresh spell of monsoon rain began on Monday in the twin cities of Islamabad and Rawalpindi, bringing light to heavy rainfall across several areas. The Pakistan Meteorological
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Health
Screen Addiction and Diet Blamed for Health Crisis
Health experts have raised alarms over a growing obesity crisis in Pakistan, revealing that 81% of women and 74% of men are now classified as obese. The warning
National
Court Issues Contempt Notice Over Aafia Case Delays
The Islamabad High Court (IHC) has issued a show cause notice for contempt of court to all members of the federal cabinet over their handling of the case
National
Railways Change Lahore-Karachi Train Timings
Pakistan Railways has updated the departure schedule for three major trains operating between Lahore and Karachi, advising passengers to review the new timings to avoid any disruption in
National
New Mobile App and Women-Only Police Desk Launched
Federal Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi on Sunday launched two new digital initiatives aimed at enhancing public safety and supporting women through technology. During his visit to Islamabad’s
National
Public Divided Over State of Current Democracy
A recent nationwide survey has revealed that most Pakistanis continue to consider democracy vital for the country’s stability and development, despite concerns about its current functioning. The
National
PKR 5 Billion Runway Project Wins Prestigious Award
The newly reconstructed runway at Quetta International Airport has received the prestigious FIDIC Asia-Pacific Engineering Excellence Award, highlighting Pakistan’s growing presence in international infrastructure achievements. The
Business
Gold Rates Unchanged, Silver Sees Slight Rise in Local Market
Gold prices remained firm across major Pakistani cities, showing no change from the previous day. According to local market data, the price of gold per tola stood at
Business
Global Currencies Shift Slightly Amid Market Caution
The latest currency exchange data shows minor yet notable changes in the values of key global currencies against the local benchmark. These fluctuations come amid ongoing economic volatility,
Business
It Is Essential To Maintain Market-based Exchange Rate: Ejaz
The country is on track for positive economic development and growth, and any attempt to manipulate the exchange rate by any segment must be strongly resisted, as it
weather
Floodwaters Hit Sacred Katas Raj Temples in Punjab
Torrential rains in Punjab’s Chakwal district have caused widespread flooding, affecting the centuries-old Katas Raj temple complex and several nearby villages. The sacred pond known as
weather
Flood Emergency Grips Punjab After Days of Rain
Several areas of Punjab are grappling with flood emergencies following days of relentless rain. A cloudburst in Chakwal and flash floods in Jhelum have submerged villages, while urban
World
Pakistan Responds to Reports of Trump’s Visit Amid Social Media Buzz
The Foreign Office of Pakistan has denied any official confirmation regarding a possible visit by former US President Donald Trump to the country. The clarification came after widespread
Sports
Arshad Nadeem Calls Land Reward Promises ‘Fake’
Pakistan’s Olympic champion Arshad Nadeem has revealed that the land plots promised to him following his historic gold medal win at the Paris 2024 Olympics were never
Business
Govt Finalises Utility Stores Closure Timeline
Federal Finance Minister Senator Muhammad Aurangzeb chaired a high-level meeting on Wednesday to review progress on the planned closure and privatization of the Utility Stores Corporation (USC)
World
FBI Names Iran's Envoy to Pakistan in Levinson Case
The US Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) has added Iran’s ambassador to Pakistan, Reza Amiri Moghadam, to its most wanted list in connection with the 2007 abduction