NDMA Alert: Rising Temperatures and Flood Threats Across Pakistan
ISLAMABAD: The National Emergency Operations Center (NEOC) of the National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) has released an advance review report on the expected weather conditions and potential hazards in the country from June 7 to 12. According to the report, extreme heat and heatwave-like conditions are likely to persist in
Four Police Officers Killed, 20 Injured in Armed Attack by JAAC in Rawalakot
RAWALKOT: Four law enforcement officers were killed and more than 20 police and security personnel were injured on Saturday in a premeditated attack by armed militants linked to the banned Joint Awami Action Committee (JAAC) in Rawalakot, Azad Jammu and Kashmir, police officials said. Inspector General of Police (IGP) Azad
PML-N, PPP supporters clash in Gilgit amid polling
There have been heated exchanges and scuffles between supporters of the PML-N and PPP at a polling station in Gilgit. Polling is currently underway in GBA-9 (Constituency 3) of Skardu for the Gilgit-Baltistan Assembly elections. Reports indicate that confrontations occurred outside the Sir Syed School polling station in Gilgit, prompting
New details emerge about Dr Mah Noor’s condition
Dr. Mah Noor Nasir, a woman injured in an acid attack in Quetta, Balochistan, has been admitted to a private hospital in Karachi, where she is receiving treatment. She is currently being treated at the Aga Khan Hospital. Hospital sources report that she has sustained 13 percent burns due to
Major increase in solar panel prices before budget presentation
Before the federal budget is announced, a new price trend has emerged in the solar industry, leading to a significant increase in the prices of solar panels across various capacities. This sudden surge in solar panel prices has raised concerns among consumers and investors. Market sources indicate that the price
Election 2026, Polling starts in Gilgit-Baltistan
Polling for the Gilgit-Baltistan elections 2026 has commenced and will continue uninterrupted until 5 PM today. More than 12 parties and 396 candidates, including independents, are participating in the elections across 24 constituencies. Election-related chaos has erupted as voters prepare to exercise their right to vote. To ensure a transparent
G-B votes in legislative assembly elections today
GILGIT: The people of Gilgit-Baltistan will vote in the general elections for the G-B Legislative Assembly on Sunday (today) after the polls were delayed by four months due to harsh winter weather. All arrangements have been finalised, with elections to be contested in 24 constituencies. According to the GB Election
How Much Did Pilgrims Spend on Hajj Under Official Scheme?
ISLAMABAD: Pakistani pilgrims spent approximately Rs 139.16 billion on Hajj this year under the government scheme, according to official data. According to the expenditure breakup, the expenses of pilgrims availing of the long Hajj (40 to 45 days) came to Rs 89.40 billion, while the cost of short Hajj (20
Employees salaries likely to rise under budget 2026-27, details out
ISLAMABAD: The federal government has proposed a salary increase of 10 to 15 percent for government employees in the budget for the upcoming fiscal year 2026-27. Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif will make the final decision on this important matter after consulting with coalition parties. This proposal for a salary increase
AJK Police take custody of 72 important leaders of Awami Action Committee
KASHMIR: Azad Jammu and Kashmir Police, while taking action as per the law to maintain law and order and protect the lives and property of citizens during the last eighteen hours, said that 72 people associated with the unlawful Awami Action Committee (JAAC) have been arrested. During the initial operation,
