More than 200,000 Pakistanis have completed online registration for Hajj within the first 11 days of the registration campaign. Most applicants selected the government Hajj scheme through the Ministry of Religious Affairs’ digital platforms. The figures reflect strong public interest and growing adoption of online services for Hajj applications. According to the Ministry of Religious […]
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Monsoon devastation claims 14 lives across Pakistan provinces
The first spell of monsoon rains has caused widespread destruction across Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Balochistan and Punjab, claiming at least 14 lives and leaving dozens injured. Heavy rainfall, lightning strikes, flash floods, collapsing houses and strong winds damaged homes, disrupted daily life and prompted emergency authorities to launch rescue and relief operations in several affected districts. […]
Shehbaz forms committee for monsoon response
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Wednesday ordered the formation of a federal Emergency Response Committee and directed nationwide preparedness ahead of the monsoon season. He also instructed federal and provincial authorities to strengthen coordination against climate-related risks. The measures aim to improve disaster response as above-normal rainfall is forecast for July. Chairing a high-level meeting […]
Dasu achieves another benchmark
Dasu Hydropower Project achieved yet another benchmark as full-scale Roller Compacted Concrete (RCC) trial has commenced on the Project. The full-scale trial is a pre-requisite to lay RCC for Main Dam of the Project. A team of engineers and technical experts is conducting the full-scale RCC placement at a dedicated trial section located near the […]
Jordanian team rescues child in Venezuela
A Jordanian search and rescue team saved a three-year-old child trapped beneath earthquake rubble in Venezuela after six days. The successful rescue provided a rare moment of hope as recovery efforts continue following the country’s devastating earthquakes. The operation highlights ongoing international rescue efforts amid one of Venezuela’s deadliest natural disasters. According to Jordan’s state […]
Brazil get dramatic 2-1 win over Japan
Substitute Gabriel Martinelli scored deep in injury time as Brazil beat a stubborn Japan 2-1 on Monday to roll into the World Cup last 16. Arsenal winger Martinelli struck in the 95th minute in Houston to break Japanese hearts in the most dramatic fashion. The five-time champions will face either the Ivory Coast or Norway […]
Senate panel seeks 20-year tobacco tax data; FIA to probe Badshah Wazir case
The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) failed to provide the required data to a Senate sub-committee on Monday, prompting the panel to seek a comprehensive 20-year record of tobacco tax collection, factories and pending dues worth billions of rupees. The meeting of the Sub-Committee of the Senate Standing Committee on Interior and Narcotics was held […]
Healthy ecosystem: Rare water birds settle in Punjab lakes
Flamingos have settled in the lakes of Punjab incuding “Rukh Khanpur”, which is a sign of a healthy ecosystem, said Chief Wildlife Ranger of Punjab Wildlife and Parks Department Mubeen Elahi. He said that Punjab’s lakes and wetlands were vital sanctuaries for millions of resident and migratory waterbirds, primarily arriving from Siberia, Russia, and Central […]
Amal reveals hardest part of marrying George Clooney
Amal Clooney reveals the biggest challenge of marrying George Clooney, and it was not what you’d expect. Marrying one of Hollywood’s biggest stars may sound like a dream, but for Amal Clooney, it came up with an unexpected learning curve. Speaking at the Cartier Dialogues event in Bangkok. The renowned human rights lawyer admitted life […]
Gunshots, explosion heard in Karachi locality
A loud explosion and intense gunfire were reported near Gulistan-e-Johar Block 6 in Karachi on Friday, causing panic among residents. Witnesses said the sound of firing and a blast-like noise was heard in the area. Authorities have not yet confirmed the nature or cause of the incident. Police and other law enforcement agencies quickly responded […]