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QUETTA: The Provincial Disaster Management Authority (PDMA) has reported that torrential rains in Balochistan have resulted in the deaths of 12 people. According to ARY News, these fatalities include five children and have occurred due to various incidents such as lightning strikes, roof collapses, and wall collapses. In addition to...

Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf has decided to cancel the basic membership of Sher Afzal Marwat for gross violation/breach of discipline. Sher Afzal Marwat was on notice and was asked to restrict himself, and statements to within the limitation as outlined in the letter. A committee was setup to monitor his statements, media...

The Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) predicts more monsoon rains with scattered heavy showers in Islamabad, Rawalpindi, and various parts of Pakistan starting Friday night and continuing through the weekend. Islamabad and Rawalpindi Weather Update: PMD Predicts More Rains Strong monsoon currents from the Arabian Sea and the Bay of Bengal...

LAHORE: A founding member of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) and the owner of a private hospital was shot dead outside a mosque in Lahore, ARY News reported on Friday. The tragic incident occurred in Valencia Town. Unidentified individuals arrived in a vehicle and targeted Dr. Shahid Siddique just after Friday prayers...

The government has decided to mark a national day of mourning on August 2 (Friday) in solidarity with Palestinians and to denounce Israeli state-sponsored terrorism. This decision came after a consultative meeting addressing the worsening situation in Palestine. Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif chaired the meeting, where it was announced that...

The Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) has predicted more heavy rains and thunderstorms in Lahore and other cities in Punjab on Friday and over the weekend. According to the details, Intermittent rain-windstorm/thundershower (with heavy to very heavyfalls) is expected in several cities across the province. Lahore Weather: More Heavy Rain on...

RAWALPINDI – In a tragic incident on Thursday morning, a young girl drowned in a storm drain in Bahria Town Phase 6 while on her way to work. The 20-year-old girl, identified as Hamra, lived in Ghauri Town and was riding her scooter when she got caught in a heavy...

KARACHI: The Jamat e Islami (JI) has rescheduled its dharna to August 3rd, 2024, at the Governor House. Initially postponed due to a funeral, the protest aims to voice strong opposition to the recent hike in electricity bills. The JI rally will begin at 5:00 PM from Masjid-E-Khizra, located near...

Lahore experienced its heaviest rainfall in 44 years, transforming its famous highways into rivers and streams. The unprecedented downpour led to tragic incidents, including the death of a young girl and injuries to five others in two roof collapse incidents. The continuous rain caused Lesco's feeders to trip, leading to...

KARACHI – On Thursday, heavy rains swept through Karachi, affecting various parts of the city significant downpours in areas such as MT Khan Road, Sultanabad, Hijrat Colony, and Keamari. The rain didn't spare other areas either. Shahra-e-Faisal, Gulistan-e-Jauhar, Scheme 33, and Safoora Goth saw substantial rainfall. Hasan Square, Saddar, I.I....

The government has decided to reduce petrol prices in Pakistan for the next fortnight, starting from 1 August 2024 to 15 August 2024. According to the notification, the price of both petrol and high-speed diesel (HSD) will be reduced from midnight. According to the notification, the petrol price has been...

 Unity Foods, a frontrunner in Pakistan’s agro-based commodities sector, proudly launched the "Ba Ikhtiyar Kissan" Program through its subsidiary Unity Plantations. This groundbreaking initiative is dedicated to empowering farmers nationwide by providing them with advanced technical skills in modern agriculture, high-quality seeds, and fertilizers. By doing so, Unity Plantations aims...