Week-long heavy rains predicted nationwide from August 1
The Met Office has forecasted a major monsoon system set to impact Pakistan starting the night of July 31. The system will first affect northern regions and then spread to central and southern areas by August 2. In Kashmir, expect rain, wind, and thunderstorms from July 31 to August 6,
Heavy rainfall expected in different parts of country from July 27 to July 31
ISLAMABAD: On Friday, the National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) issued a directive for all relevant agencies to implement necessary measures to mitigate potential flooding and extreme weather effects. Monsoon currents from the Arabian Sea are expected to affect the upper regions of the country from July 27 to 31. According
Rainfall expected across Pakistan over next 24 hours
The Pakistan Meteorological Department has forecasted rain across many parts of the country over the next 24 hours. They expect scattered rain, windstorms, and thundershowers in regions including Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, central and southern Punjab, Sindh, northeast and south Balochistan, Islamabad, Kashmir, Gilgit-Baltistan, and the Pothohar region. The weather is influenced
Court rules PTI activist Sanam Javed’s arrest unlawful
The Islamabad High Court (IHC) on Thursday declared the arrest of PTI activist Sanam Javed illegal and dismissed her plea for release. During the hearing, the court emphasized that the arrest was conducted unlawfully and rejected the plea. The Attorney General noted that the Balochistan Police did not file a
Car sales hit 18-month peak, PAMA report
In June 2024, Pakistan’s automotive sector displayed vigorous recovery signs, marked by a significant 21% month-on-month (MoM) increase in car sales, according to the Pakistan Automotive Manufacturers Association (PAMA). The total car sales surged to 13,284 vehicles, up from 10,949 in May 2024, showcasing a notable 120% year-on-year (YoY) growth
Will mobile phone services be suspended during Muharram?
Mobile phone services will be suspended in several areas of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) during Muharram. Police officials have asked the home ministry to suspend mobile services on the 9th and 10th of Muharram. This is to help maintain security in the province during this time. The federal government has also
Monsoon rains expected across Pakistan from July 8-15
The Meteorological Department has issued a new advisory forecasting monsoon showers across multiple regions of the country starting today until July 15. As per the advisory, eastern parts of Sindh and Balochistan are likely to receive rainfall today and tomorrow, including Karachi and interior Sindh during the same period. From
Pakistani pilgrim couple welcomes baby boy during Hajj 2024
WEB DESK: A Pakistani woman from Balochistan, who traveled to Saudi Arabia for the Hajj pilgrimage, has given birth to a healthy baby boy in Madina. The newborn, named “Muhammad” in honor of the city of the Holy Prophet (PBUH), was welcomed with joy. The Pakistani Ministry of Religious Affairs
Govt announces toll tax discounts for selected vehicles
Federal Minister for Communications, Abdul Aleem Khan, announced that vehicles with M-Tag will get a special discount at toll plazas. He made this announcement during a meeting of the Senate Standing Committee on Communications, led by Pervez Rasheed. The minister said this discount is also to encourage more people to
State terrorism must be condemned unambiguously: PM Shehbaz
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif emphasized at the SCO Council of Heads of State Summit in Astana that condemning terrorism unequivocally is crucial, affirming that eradicating militancy is essential for economic progress. He stressed the need for a united and thorough approach in combating terrorism, regardless of its perpetrators—be they individuals,
