Every monsoon, Karachi floods. Streets become rivers, homes are submerged, and chaos reigns. And every year, the city scrambles for a response—emergency holidays, temporary relief camps, and frantic cleanups—only to face the same catastrophe again when the rains return. The tragedy isn’t simply about extreme weather; it’s about a system that has learned to profit…
BUNER – Relentless rainfall has triggered flash floods across parts of Buner, forcing authorities to declare an emergency as water from swollen streams surges into residential and commercial areas. The district administration confirmed that floodwaters have entered market zones, prompting hurried evacuations of shopkeepers and families. Officials fear the situation could worsen if the heavy…
Commercial flights have resumed at Sialkot International Airport after operations were briefly halted due to severe flooding in Punjab, officials confirmed on Tuesday. The first arriving flight from Sharjah, carrying 170 passengers, has already departed and is expected to land in Sialkot without delay. Airport management reported no damage to the runway, terminal, or other…
Traffic across Head Muhammad Wala Bridge has been halted after water levels in the River Chenab surged to a dangerous high, authorities confirmed on Tuesday. Police said the decision was taken as a safety precaution amid worsening flood conditions, with officials redirecting all vehicles toward the Chenab Bridge as an alternative route. Security personnel and…
The opening fixture of the Tri‑Nation T20 Series between Pakistan and Afghanistan in Sharjah faced an unexpected disruption before the first ball was bowled, as reports emerged of Afghan supporters entering the stadium without tickets. Eyewitnesses told local media that a gate specifically designated for spectators was forcibly breached, allowing fans to gain unauthorized access…
The Asian Cricket Council (ACC) has announced a significant update to the match timings for the upcoming Asia Cup 2025, hosted in the United Arab Emirates. Nearly all fixtures have been shifted to new evening slots aimed at enhancing both stadium attendance and TV viewership across South Asia. Of the tournament’s 19 matches, 18 will…
Cricket enthusiasts in Peshawar may soon witness top-flight action once again, as Pakistan Super League (PSL) CEO Salman Naseer has signaled optimism about the Imran Khan Stadium’s readiness to host league matches. The stadium, a historic landmark for the region, has been under extensive renovation for several years. Despite being the designated home ground of…
Private hospitals across Punjab have been ordered to dedicate 35% of their beds to patients displaced or injured by the province’s devastating floods, the Punjab Healthcare Commission (PHC) announced Thursday. The directive, issued as part of an “Emergency High Alert,” is a sweeping response to rising health concerns in flood-hit areas. Hospitals are being told…
Islamabad is preparing for a major shift in how residents and businesses handle money. The Capital Development Authority (CDA) has announced that all commercial transactions in the capital will soon require QR codes, marking a significant step toward making Islamabad Pakistan’s first fully cashless city. A Push Toward Digital Transactions The decision was finalized during…
Students across Punjab won’t have to wait much longer for their Class 12 (HSSC-II) results. The Punjab Boards Committee of Chairpersons (PBCC) has confirmed that all intermediate boards in the province will release results on September 18, 2025. Province-Wide Announcement This date applies to all nine Boards of Intermediate and Secondary Education (BISE), including: Both…