National
Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz has announced a special flood relief package for affected families. She said heirs of those who lost their lives and homeowners with complete property loss would receive Rs1 million each, while those with partial damage would get Rs500,000. Families losing livestock will also be
National
The United States has approved a relief package for Pakistan following the recent floods that have devastated several regions of the country. According to the State Department, the aid will provide food, shelter, and other emergency support to those affected, with delivery being coordinated alongside Pakistani authorities and humanitarian groups.
National
Governor Punjab Sardar Saleem Haider has announced that he will sponsor the weddings of nine girls whose dowries were washed away in the recent floods at Lahore’s Theme Park. His support has brought relief and hope to families struggling to rebuild their lives after the disaster. Read more: Two-
Sports
Cricket proved to be more than a sport for Pakistan as the country continues to face its worst floods in history. On August 30, the historic return of cricket to Peshawar after nearly two decades became a beacon of hope, raising funds and awareness for flood victims. The charity match
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Assistant Commissioner Pattoki, Furqan Khan, tragically died while performing his duties in the flood-affected area of Head Balloki. He was personally overseeing rescue and relief efforts when the incident occurred, demonstrating his commitment to leading from the front rather than from a distance. Read more: Rainstorm Kills 11 in
Government
Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) has announced it will boycott National Assembly sessions to protest what it calls unfair treatment of its lawmakers. PTI chairman Barrister Gohar said authorities have disqualified legislators, stripped them of their seats, and silenced their voices. He added that despite attending sessions to raise demands
Technology
Jazz, Pakistan’s leading digital operator, has announced free calls to all networks and PTCL for customers in flood-affected areas of Punjab. The initiative is designed to help residents stay connected with their families, emergency services, and relief organizations as the province grapples with severe flooding and displacement. Heavy
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Punjab is facing severe floods after India released water into eastern rivers. The Pakistan Army has been sent to help with rescue and relief efforts. Over 210,000 people have been safely evacuated from flooded areas, and no deaths have been reported so far. Authorities carried out a controlled explosion
Government
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has reached out to leaders of various political parties to discuss the worsening flood and rain emergency, assuring them of the federal government’s full cooperation in rescue and relief efforts. In a telephone call with Pakistan Peoples Party Chairman Bilawal Bhutto Zardari, the prime minister
National
In a landmark move, the Punjab cabinet, under the leadership of Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz, has approved a lifelong pension scheme for the widows of government employees, marking a major social welfare initiative in the province. The decision was made during the 28th session of the provincial cabinet, which also