The Senate session was adjourned indefinitely on Friday after a combination of road blockages and widespread lawmaker absences disrupted proceedings. Presided over by Senator Manzoor Ahmed Kakar, the session was expected to address critical national concerns, including the ongoing flood crisis, but the absence of key members derailed the agenda. The sitting began with the […]
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Hajj registration deadline extended amid flood crisis
The Ministry of Religious Affairs has extended the Hajj registration deadline due to recent floods. Originally, pilgrims had until September 8 to register under the private Hajj scheme. However, the government decided to give more time so that flood-affected people can complete their applications. This extension helps many pilgrims who could not register earlier because […]
PIA shifts operations to Lahore amid Sialkot flood crisis
Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) has temporarily moved its flight operations from Sialkot to Lahore due to severe flooding at Sialkot International Airport. In an official announcement, PIA stated that the flight suspension at Sialkot follows a notice from the airport authorities regarding the ongoing flood situation. As a result, all PIA flights originally scheduled to […]
K-P govt launches Rs3b flood aid drive
The Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa (K-P) government has released Rs3 billion to respond to the ongoing flood crisis. Heavy rains and flash floods have caused massive damage across the province. At least 308 people have died, and 23 have been injured. Chief Minister Ali Amin Gandapur is personally visiting affected areas. He is expected to meet victims and […]