Mahmoud Siddiqui Alhabash, an advisor to the Palestinian president, expressed satisfaction on Saturday with the strengthening ties between Pakistan and Palestine. He stated that the relationship between the two nations is becoming even more robust. According to the details, Alhabash expressed his gratitude to the Pakistani nation for standing with Palestine against Israeli atrocities. “We have been thankful to the people of Pakistan for standing united on the Palestinian issue,” he said. He specifically thanked Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and Chief of Army Staff (COAS) Field Marshal Gen Syed Asim Munir for their support. “Pakistan has never changed its stance,”…
Author: Raja Zahid Khanzada
A rescue boat capsized while conducting relief operations in the flooded River Chenab near Jalalpur Pirwala, resulting in the deaths of five people, including a woman and four children. According to initial reports, the Rescue 1122 boat overturned during an evacuation of flood victims. There were more than 20 people on board, including women and children. Several individuals were rescued, and efforts are still underway to locate those who are missing. The incident took place in the village of Wachha Sandila, a suburban area of Tehsil Jalalpur. The victims have been identified as 80-year-old Bakht Bibi, six-year-old Fatima Bibi, seven-year-old…
The National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) has issued an alert for potential urban flooding in Islamabad and northern areas of Punjab. The warning comes as two more deaths have been reported in the last 24 hours due to ongoing monsoon rains and flooding. According to the NDMA, there is a risk of urban flooding over the next two to six hours in Islamabad, Rawalpindi, Murree, Galiyat, Attock, Chakwal, and Jhelum. Heavy rainfall is expected in these regions because of a prevailing weather system. The authority has warned that intense rainfall could also trigger landslides in hilly areas. Additionally, weak infrastructure…
Pakistan has condemned recent statements by Israeli leadership regarding the forced displacement of Palestinians, calling such actions a clear violation of international law. According to details that emerged on Saturday, a Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MoFA) spokesperson said, “Israel is deliberately undermining efforts for peace and stability in the region.” The continued forced relocation of Palestinians and the expansion of illegal Israeli settlements were described as a blatant disregard for international human rights. The spokesperson called on the international community to address the worsening humanitarian situation in Palestine and to hold Israel accountable.
On Sunday, the Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) released its monthly climate summary for August, reporting slightly above-normal rainfall and higher-than-average temperatures across the country. According to the report, the country received a total of 82.5 millimeters of rain in August, which was 1.1 percent above the usual amount. The national mean temperature was 30.44 degrees Celsius, a little higher than the average. The average daytime temperature was 36.17 degrees, while the average nighttime temperature was 25.06 degrees. The hottest day of the month was in Dadu on August 8, with the temperature reaching 45.6 degrees Celsius. The coldest day was…
On Air Force Day, President Asif Ali Zardari and Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif paid a rich tribute to the Pakistan Air Force (PAF). They acknowledged its historical sacrifices, professionalism, and decisive role in protecting the nation’s airspace. In his statement, President Zardari said the PAF played a crucial role in the “Marka e Haq, Bunyan un Marsoos,” giving a befitting reply to the enemy on every front. Recalling the 1965 war, he noted that the Air Force “created a history of bravery and valor” and has always stood firm with professionalism and courage. “The nation salutes its martyrs and ghazis,”…
Air Chief Marshal Zaheer Ahmed Babar Sidhu has stated that the Pakistan Air Force (PAF) is preparing for modern warfare by enhancing its capabilities in space, cyber technologies, and electronic warfare to protect the nation’s sovereignty. According to Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR), the day began with special prayers and recitations from the Quran at all PAF bases across the country. These prayers were dedicated to the martyrs of the 1965 and 1971 wars, as well as all who have sacrificed their lives in the line of duty since the country’s creation. The main ceremony was held at Air Headquarters in…
The flood situation across Punjab intensified on Sunday as rising water levels in the Sutlej and Chenab rivers submerged hundreds of villages. This led to large-scale evacuations and the destruction of standing crops on thousands of acres. According to the Ministry of Water Resources, India has released more water into the Sutlej, a move that Pakistan considers a violation of the Indus Water Treaty. The ministry stated that while New Delhi had informed Islamabad via its High Commission, emergency alerts were still necessary as very high flood levels were recorded near Harike and Ferozepur. Authorities warned of potential devastation downstream…
Floods have caused extensive damage across 25 districts of Punjab, with the Provincial Disaster Management Authority (PDMA) confirming on Sunday that at least 56 people have died since heavy rains began on August 26. During a media briefing in Lahore, DG PDMA Irfan Ali Kathia stated that over 4,155 villages have been impacted by floodwaters. Around 60,000 to 70,000 people are currently in relief camps where they are receiving food, shelter, and medical care. So far, approximately 500 medical camps have been set up, and they have treated nearly 200,000 patients. Critical River Levels Mr. Kathia also noted that the…
On Sunday, President Asif Ali Zardari signed the Anti-Dumping Duties Amendment Bill 2025 into law. The new legislation provides legal clarity on how anti-dumping duties are applied to projects supported by Chinese aid. With this presidential assent, the amended law will be applied retrospectively from July 1, 2020, ensuring a clear legal framework for duties levied on such projects. The idea to amend this law was first brought up during a Gwadar Projects Progress Meeting in October 2022. Lawmakers at the time argued that the amendment was vital to eliminate any confusion regarding the imposition of duties on foreign-assisted development…
