Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and President of Turkiye Recep Tayyip Erdogan on Sunday reiterated their commitment to further enhance the multifaceted cooperation between Pakistan and Turkiye. Prime Minister Shehbaz, currently on an official visit to Turkiye, engaged in a warm and cordial meeting with President Erdogan. Both leaders pledged to continue their close collaboration for regional peace, sustainable development, and the shared prosperity of their respective populations. This interaction served to reaffirm the profound, historical, and fraternal ties uniting Pakistan and Turkiye, which are grounded in shared values, mutual respect, and a common vision for progress and prosperity. The meeting…
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The Provincial Disaster Management Authority (PDMA) confirmed on Monday that at least 18 people have died and 110 others sustained injuries in rain-related incidents as torrential rains and violent thunderstorms swept through Punjab. Speaking on Geo News’ morning program “Geo Pakistan,” DG PDMA Punjab Irfan Ali Kathia characterized the weather conditions as “unprecedented” and “beyond expectations,” acknowledging that while heavy rainfall had been predicted, the system’s extreme severity was unforeseen. According to Kathia, 124 incidents of structural collapse have been reported across Punjab to date. He stated that a majority of these incidents were linked to rooftop solar panels, which…
Following recent tourist fatalities in Gilgit-Baltistan, the Motorway Police have urged heightened caution for individuals planning journeys to mountainous regions. They emphasized the critical importance of ensuring vehicle fitness and diligently monitoring weather conditions. Speaking on Geo News’ morning show “Geo Pakistan,” DIG Motorway Police Syed Fareed Ali stressed that tourists frequently underestimate the inherent risks associated with travel to northern areas. “I believe that people are not as prepared as they should be,” stated DIG Fareed. “It is very important to check what condition your vehicle is in. Get your car fully checked — all of its tyres, its…
The recent severe wind and storm that struck Punjab resulted in extensive structural damage, with the Provincial Disaster Management Authority (PDMA) Punjab attributing the destruction primarily to poorly installed rooftop solar panels. Speaking on Geo News’ morning program “Geo Pakistan,” Director General PDMA Punjab, Irfan Ali Kathia, described the weather conditions as “unprecedented” and “beyond expectations.” He acknowledged that while heavy rainfall had been anticipated, the extreme intensity of the weather system was unforeseen. Kathia revealed that 124 incidents of structural collapse have been reported across Punjab to date. He stated that a striking 80% of these incidents were directly…
The Board of Intermediate Education Karachi (BIEK) has announced the postponement of intermediate examinations originally scheduled for Wednesday. This decision comes as the Sindh government has declared May 28th a public holiday in observance of Youm-e-Takbeer. Under the directives of BIEK Chairman Ghulam Hussain Soho, the affected papers for the Science Pre-Medical and Science General groups will now be conducted on May 30th. According to the revised schedule, Botany Paper I (for both new and old courses, and for failed students), which was initially set for May 28th from 9 am to 11 am, will now take place on May…
The European Union on Friday reiterated its dedication to securing a trade deal with the United States, emphasizing that such an agreement must be based on mutual respect, following a threat from U.S. President Donald Trump to impose a 50 percent tariff on all goods imported from the EU. EU Trade Commissioner Maros Sefcovic, after a phone call with U.S. Trade Representative Jamieson Greer and Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick, underscored that the 27-member bloc is actively engaged in discussions to reach an agreement “that works for both” sides. “EU-US trade is unmatched and must be guided by mutual respect, not…
United States President Donald Trump has signed a series of executive orders designed to significantly accelerate the country’s nuclear energy development. This initiative is aimed at addressing the rapidly increasing electricity demand, particularly driven by the proliferation of data centers and advancements in artificial intelligence technologies. These new directives mandate the Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) — an independent regulatory body — to streamline its licensing procedures. The goal is to drastically shorten the approval timelines for new reactors and power plants from the current decade or more to a mere 18 months. During the signing ceremony held in the Oval…
After 76-year-old iconic musician Billy Joel canceled all his scheduled concerts following a recent diagnosis of normal pressure hydrocephalus (NPH), a condition where excess cerebrospinal fluid accumulates in the brain ventricles, his daughter has now publicly voiced her support for him. Taking to her official Instagram account, the “Piano Man” hitmaker’s daughter wrote, “SOUND UP 🕊️ We love you and we got you, Pop!” Alexa, who Billy shares with his ex-wife Christie Brinkley, further expressed, “I just wanted to thank you all for the beautiful outpouring of love and support amid the recent news of My Father’s health diagnosis.” She…
Tom Cruise’s latest film, Mission: Impossible – The Final Reckoning, has landed in second place at the box office. The highly anticipated installment of the thriller franchise was surpassed by Disney’s Lilo & Stitch during the opening weekend for both movies. It’s fair to say that Disney’s live-action release of Lilo & Stitch is compensating for the disappointment caused by the live-action remake of Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs. Based on the 2002 animated feature film, Lilo & Stitch is projected to achieve a record-breaking four-day holiday weekend opening of $180 million, according to Deadline. This is a rather…
Christie Brinkley has publicly reacted to her ex-husband Billy Joel’s diagnosis of normal pressure hydrocephalus (NPH), a brain disorder. Taking to her official Instagram account, she penned a poignant note addressed to him, beginning it as a personal letter. “Dear Billy,” she wrote, continuing, “The whole Brinkley gang is sending you lots of love and good wishes for a full and speedy recovery.” She uploaded a clip from one of the “Piano Man” hitmaker’s recent concerts, alongside a video of him and their daughter, Alexa, backstage. She further remarked, “I was looking for some cute photos of you and Alexa…
