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Punjab Buckles Under Deluge

Europe · Punjab

Punjab Buckles Under Deluge

71% Right coverage: 7 sources

Punjab declared rain emergency on Thursday, while army troops joined the rescue efforts in the wake of flooding in low-lying areas, as heavy monsoon downpours continued to pummel the province with Rawalpindi bearing the brunt of nature's fury with 250 millimetres of rainfall. Punjab witnessed the deadliest day of the current monsoon season, so far, with at least 63 deaths in the last 24 hours, officials said. The highest rainfall was recorded in…See the Story

Emergency declared in Punjab as torrential rains kill 33, injure over 170

Floods · Punjab

Emergency declared in Punjab as torrential rains kill 33, injure over 170

71% Right coverage: 7 sources

Torrential monsoon rains have battered parts of Punjab over the past 24 hours, triggering widespread flooding, structural damage, and fatal accidents. At least 33 people have been killed and over 170 injured, according to a spokesperson from Rescue 1122. In response, Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif declared a "rain emergency" across the province, including in Rawalpindi, where sirens were sounded and emergency measures activated. غیر م…See the Story

Imran Khan Held in 'Death Cell', Claims PTI

Imran Khan · Lahore

Imran Khan Held in 'Death Cell', Claims PTI

Coverage: 5 sources

PTI spokesperson says similar restrictions have been imposed on Khan’s wife, Bushra Bibi See the Story

Rawalpindi, Islamabad Lashed by Rain as Flood Emergency Declared

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Intermittent rainfall has continued to lash Rawalpindi, Islamabad, and surrounding areas since Thursday night, with more showers expected throughout Friday, according toFloods · Rawalpindi See the Story

Field Marshal Munir, Indonesian Defence Minister Agree to Boost Defence Cooperation

50% Right coverage: 4 sources

Indonesian Defence Minister Lieutenant General (Retd) Sjafrie Sjamsoeddin met with Chief of Army Staff (COAS) Field Marshal Asim Munir at the General Headquarters (GHQ) in Rawalpindi on Tuesday to discuss strengthening military ties, the military's media wing reported. According to a statement issued by the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR), the Indonesian defence minister, who is leading a delegation of senior representatives from various …Shehbaz Sharif · Rawalpindi See the Story

Ex-Finance Minister Miftah Ismail Criticizes Public Tax Usage for Officials' Luxury

Former finance minister Miftah Ismail has strongly criticised how taxpayer money is spent on official luxuries instead of real public needs. He recently shared a photo of the District Police Officer (DPO) Hafizabad’s office on social media to show how public money is being wasted. The photo shows a grand and lavish government office, which he says is a clear example of the wrong spending priorities in the country. In his post, Miftah Ismail rais…Hafizabad · Hafizabad Read Article

PDMA Issues Alert for Fourth Spell of Monsoon Rains Across Punjab

The Provincial Disaster Management Authority (PDMA) has issued a weather alert for the fourth spell of monsoon rains expected across Punjab. According to Dawn News, the PDMA stated in an official notice that from July 20 to July 25, most districts of the province are likely to experience strong winds, dust storms, and heavy rainfall. The alert specifies that rainfall accompanied by strong winds is expected in Rawalpindi, Murree, Galyat, Attock, …Punjab, Pakistan · Punjab Read Article

Kacha dacoit surrenders with 100 stolen animals, says DPO Muzaffargarh

In a significant breakthrough during the Kacha operation in Alipur, Muzaffargarh, police achieved major success as the notorious Kacha dacoit gang surrendered along with 100 stolen livestock. District Police Officer, Dr. Rizwan Ahmed Khan handed over the recovered animals to their rightful owners. According to details, after a week of intense encounters with police, the Bosan gang decided to surrender. Initially, five key gang members surrendere…Muzaffargarh · Muzaffargarh Read Article

Resolution Submitted in Punjab Assembly to Ban Styling of Beards

PML-N lawmaker Rukhsana Kausar has once again called for a complete ban on beard styling in Pakistan. She has submitted a new resolution in the Punjab Assembly, asking the federal government to take strict action against those who style their beards and the barbers or salons who offer these services. In her resolution, Rukhsana Kausar said that the beard is an important Sunnah of the Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) and should be treated with respect. Sh…Lahore · Lahore Read Article

UN volunteers, BZU hold seminar to promote student volunteerism

The Department of Gender Studies at Bahauddin Zakariya University (BZU) organized an enlightening seminar in collaboration with the United Nations Volunteers (UNV) Programme today. The seminar aimed to raise awareness among students about volunteerism and introduce them to the opportunities available through UN initiatives. Held at the Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences, the event saw the participation of students from various university depart…United Nations · Multan Read Article

Govt forms body to review doctors’ summer vacations

Punjab Specialized Healthcare Department has decided to slash the leaves of the professor and doctors during summer. According to the scribe, five members committee of senior doctors under the chair of University of Health Sciences Vice Chancellor has been constituted to review the decision. The other members of the committee include the vice chancellors of Fatima Jinnah, King Edward, University of Child Health Sciences and Principal of Allama I…Lahore · Lahore Read Article

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