On Sunday, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan met on the sidelines of the SCO Council of Heads of State meeting in Tianjin, China. The two leaders underscored their shared commitment to further strengthen cooperation for peace, stability, and prosperity in the Muslim world and beyond. Both leaders reviewed the current state of Pakistan-Turkiye relations and expressed satisfaction with the growing momentum in their bilateral ties. They noted with appreciation the steady increase in high-level exchanges and cooperation across a broad spectrum, including political, economic, defense, and security domains. The Turkish President offered his sincere condolences…
Author: Raja Zahid Khanzada
The National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) has reported that 23 people have been killed and nine injured due to flash floods. According to details released on Sunday, the NDMA has issued a report on the losses caused by the recent catastrophic floods and rains. The NDMA stated that since January 26, over 850 people have died across the country due to floods and rains. The Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) has forecasted more rainfall in the next 24 hours. Additionally, concerned institutions have been advised to remain on high alert. The public has been asked to take all necessary precautionary measures…
On Sunday, Pakistan and Armenia officially established diplomatic relations. Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar met with Armenian Foreign Minister Ararat Mirzoyan, and the two officials exchanged a joint communiqué to formalize diplomatic ties between the two countries. According to the Foreign Office, both foreign ministers reaffirmed their commitment to the United Nations Charter and discussed potential cooperation across various sectors, including economy, education, culture, and tourism. Both leaders expressed their desire to work together to pursue common goals. In a post on the social media platform X, Ishaq Dar stated that he and Armenian Foreign Minister Ararat…
The National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) has issued an alert for Azad Kashmir, forecasting heavy rainfall over the next 12 to 24 hours and warning of a possible flood situation. According to the NDMA spokesperson, intense rain is expected in Neelum Valley, Muzaffarabad, Bagh, Sharda, Haveli, and Kotli. There is a risk of flooding in urban and low-lying areas, while landslides may occur in mountainous regions. Residents living near rivers, streams, and low-lying areas have been advised to remain alert due to the possibility of a sudden increase in water flow. The NDMA has instructed the public and relevant authorities…
According to details that emerged on Sunday, Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz remained actively engaged with flood-affected citizens for the fourth consecutive day. She arrived at the flood relief camp set up at DPS in Kasur, where she comforted displaced women, met with the sick, and inspected the quality of food being provided. At the temporary hospital, she visited patients and affectionately embraced children. During a visit to a flood relief camp in Sheikhupura Nau, the Chief Minister supported distressed women and personally held affected children to encourage them. CM Maryam also reviewed the arrangements made by police, rescue services,…
Early Monday morning, an earthquake’s tremors were felt in several cities across Pakistan. Strong shocks were experienced in Islamabad and surrounding areas of Punjab, including Lahore, Rawalpindi, Mandi Bahauddin, Sarai Alamgir, and Sargodha. The tremors were also felt in Daska, Chakwal, Choha Saidan Shah, Kallar Syedan, and Safdarabad. Residents in Kallar Kahar, Gujrat, Kharian, Gujar Khan, Phalia, Khanqah Dogran, and nearby towns also reported feeling the quake. In Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, tremors were recorded in Charsadda, Swat, Dir, Buner, and Kohat. The earthquake was also felt in Mardan, Mansehra, Battagram, Torghar, and other areas. The shocks reached Nowshera, Khyber, Landi Kotal,…
Late Sunday night, four police personnel were injured when unidentified assailants opened fire on a police vehicle at the Gattidas check post in the Naran police station area. According to police officials, unknown gunmen hiding in the nearby mountains targeted the vehicle during a routine patrol. The exchange of fire left four policemen injured. Emergency teams from the Kaghan Development Authority quickly arrived at the scene and transported the injured to Naran Hospital via Rescue 1122 ambulances. They were later moved to King Abdullah Teaching Hospital in Mansehra for specialized care. Following the attack, a large police contingent reached the…
Following heavy water releases from India, the Chenab River has swelled to extremely high levels, putting Punjab on high alert for one of the worst flood waves in years. Officials reported that the flood surge has already submerged hundreds of villages, displaced over 2 million people, and is expected to hit Multan with full force tonight. Record Floodwater at Trimmu Headworks At Head Trimmu, the Chenab recorded a dangerous inflow of nearly 479,743 cusecs, placing it in the “extremely high flood” category. Authorities warned that a massive wave of up to 900,000 cusecs is expected to pass through the headworks,…
On the sidelines of the 25th Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) Council of Heads of State meeting, Prime Minister Mian Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif met with Iranian President Dr. Masoud Peshkeshian, reaffirming Pakistan’s commitment to strengthening its relationship with Iran. Deputy Prime Minister Senator Ishaq Dar, Army Chief General Syed Asim Munir, and several federal ministers were also present during the discussions. The Prime Minister stressed the importance of increasing political and economic cooperation, noting that the ties between Pakistan and Iran are based on shared history, culture, and faith. Expressing solidarity with the Iranian people, Shehbaz said, “Pakistan is committed to…
Officials confirmed on Monday that the Indian High Commissioner in Pakistan has reached out to Pakistani authorities following warnings of severe flooding in the Sutlej River. This development occurs as Punjab prepares for one of the most intense flood waves in years, with the Chenab, Ravi, and Sutlej rivers swelling to critical levels. According to the Joint Commissioner Indus Water, a massive inflow of water is anticipated to enter Pakistan from Harike and Ferozepur, posing a significant flood threat in the Sutlej. The official has already sent a letter to Islamabad, cautioning of serious risks in the coming days. Pakistani…
