A tragic road accident on the Hazara Motorway claimed the lives of five members of the same family on Tuesday when their car was hit by a trailer near the Shah Maqsood Interchange. According to a Motorway Police spokesperson, the accident occurred after a speeding trailer rammed into a Toyota Corolla from behind, forcing it to collide with another trailer ahead. The impact was so severe that all five passengers—three men and two women—died on the spot. Victims Traveling from Gilgit to Islamabad The victims were identified as 39-year-old Raza Saleem, a resident of Gilgit, along with his…
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Authorities in Punjab have decided to execute a controlled breach at the Sher Shah embankment in Multan to divert the rising waters of the Chenab River. This decision comes as southern districts continue to be severely impacted by devastating floods that have displaced hundreds of thousands of people. According to the irrigation department, a flow of over 540,000 cusecs from Trimmu is expected to reach Multan’s limits in the coming days, with water levels at Sher Shah already recorded at 400,000 cusecs. Officials confirmed that nearby settlements have been alerted and evacuation announcements are underway. An irrigation official explained, “The…
Federal Minister for Religious Affairs Sardar Muhammad Yousuf urged the government on Tuesday to create a separate province for Hazara. In an interview with Samaa TV, Sardar Yousuf stated that the establishment of new provinces is a pressing necessity. He stressed that forming additional administrative units would allow for more effective governance and help address the problems faced by local populations. The federal minister also highlighted that the creation of new provinces had been a part of the Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) election manifesto. Opposition Resignations and Parliamentary Duties Sardar Yousuf also commented on the recent resignations of…
The federal government has decided to offer significant relief on electricity bills for flood victims, in addition to a dedicated farmers’ package to compensate for the damage to crops and livestock caused by the recent floods. Federal Minister Rana Tanveer Hussain confirmed that the government is working to eliminate several charges for flood-affected households. These measures may include the removal of general sales tax, FC surcharge, and fixed charges on electricity bills, with additional proposals to waive fuel price adjustment taxes, income tax, additional and surplus taxes, and retailer sales tax. The minister also emphasized that the provincial government will…
Iranian Ambassador Dr. Reza Amiri Moqadam officially announced on Tuesday that direct flights between Pakistan and Iran have commenced. Dr. Reza Amiri Moqadam confirmed that a comprehensive air travel agreement has been finalized, an achievement largely facilitated by the recent visit of the Iranian President to Pakistan. The ambassador expressed his gratitude to the Pakistani government for its cooperation and support in bringing the agreement to fruition. Flights Operated by Iran Air Tour and Their Benefits These direct flights will be operated by Iran Air Tour, one of Iran’s prominent airlines. Officials highlighted that this initiative is expected…
Voting is currently underway in the Punjab Assembly for the Senate seat vacated by the disqualification of PTI leader Ejaz Chaudhry, with the government-backed candidate, Rana Sanaullah, positioned as the clear frontrunner. Ejaz Chaudhry was disqualified following his conviction for his role in damaging government property, military installations, and martyrs’ memorials during the May 9, 2023 PTI protests. He was sentenced to 10 years in prison, and the Election Commission officially terminated his membership in July 2025. The opposition has nominated Chaudhry’s wife, Salma Ijaz, as their candidate. She holds the support of 100 votes, which includes 73 from the…
PML-N senior leader and advisor to the Prime Minister, Rana Sanaullah, claimed on Tuesday that several PTI members intended to vote for him in the Punjab Assembly Senate by-election, which led to the party’s boycott of the polls. Speaking to the media, Rana Sanaullah stated that 10 to 12 PTI members had secretly contacted him and expressed their willingness to cast their votes in his favor. He thanked them but encouraged them to vote in line with their party’s instructions. He emphasized that PTI’s decision to abstain from the election is reflective of the party’s typical political behavior and culture,…
Pakistan’s Ministry of Water Resources has issued an emergency alert after India released additional water into the Sutlej River. Punjab authorities are on high alert as floodwaters threaten Harike, Ferozepur, and the southern districts, leading to large-scale evacuations. The Ministry of Water Resources confirmed that India had informed Pakistan through diplomatic channels about the increased water discharge into the Sutlej. High-level flooding is anticipated in Harike and Ferozepur, and the Provincial Disaster Management Authority (PDMA) has warned of further increases in river flows. The civil administration, Pakistan Army, and other relevant departments have been mobilized to safeguard lives and property.…
Federal Minister for Communications, Abdul Aleem Khan, hosted Kazakhstan’s Deputy Prime Minister, Marat Nurtelo, along with the Minister of Transport and Deputy Trade Minister in Islamabad to discuss ways to enhance bilateral trade, transportation, and communication cooperation between the two nations. Abdul Aleem Khan emphasized Pakistan’s objective to boost trade with Central Asia and Europe by improving rail and road connectivity. “Trade will expand through enhanced transport links, and both countries can benefit from each other’s experiences in the communications sector,” he stated during the meeting. The minister highlighted that establishing effective trade corridors and high-quality communication infrastructure is a…
Federal Minister for Information Technology and Telecommunication, Shaza Fatima Khawaja, has confirmed that internet disruptions across Pakistan are caused by a submarine cable cut near Jeddah, Saudi Arabia. In a statement on Monday, the minister said she was in contact with officials of the Pakistan Telecommunication Company Limited (PTCL) regarding the situation. “It is correct that slow internet is affecting businesses,” the minister acknowledged, adding that assessments were underway to determine the extent of the damage. Her statement comes days after PTCL had warned that the cuts to submarine internet cables in Saudi waters might impact internet services in the…
