Pakistan

Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif has announced plans to draw inspiration from Japan’s advanced urban development strategies and environmental sustainability practices to transform cities across Punjab. Leading a high-level delegation, the Chief Minister visited Yokohama—Japan’s commercial, economic, and cultural hub—where she received detailed briefings on innovative urban planning models…

A powerful new spell of the monsoon season has wreaked havoc across several districts of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, with Swabi among the worst-hit areas. A cloudburst in the Darwandi area of Swabi triggered flash floods, leading to widespread destruction. At least 15 people have been confirmed dead, while dozens more have…

Minister for National Food Security Rana Tanveer Hussain, who is in Tehran on a four-day visit, has said that new vistas of agricultural exports will open by promoting trade ties with Iran.He said that during his visit, opportunities of investment in livestock and dairy sector will be explored, whereas; talks…

The Pakistani American community in Houston marked Pakistan’s 79th Independence Day with an exuberant celebration at the Arts, Culture & Taste Pakistan Festival 2025. Speaking on the occasion, Pakistan’s Ambassador to the US Rizwan Saeed Sheikh said the country’s economic turnaround is clearly being testified though improved ranking by international…

Balochistan Chief Minister Mir Sarfraz Bugti has said that security forces foiled terrorists’ agenda to target innocent citizens on the 14th August in the province. Addressing press conference along with security personnel in Quetta on Monday, he said law enforcement agencies are endeavoring to maintain peace across the province. The…

The death toll in the flood affected areas of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa has soared to three-hundred and twenty-five. According to the latest report of Provincial Disaster Management Authority, a total of one-hundred and fifty-six people have also been injured in various accidents due to rains and flash floods in the province.…

The flood relief operation by Pakistan Army in Buner, Swat, Shangla and Bajaur continues for the fourth consecutive day on Monday despite heavy rains. Ration and other relief goods are being distributed among flood victims through Pakistan Army’s helicopters, while people are also being shifted to safer places. The contingents…

UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres has expressed deep sorrow at the tragic loss of lives following devastating flash floods in Pakistan. A statement issued by his spokesperson Stephane Dujarric said the Secretary-General stands in solidarity with those affected by this disaster. He said the world body stands ready to provide assistance…

Minister for Information and Broadcasting Attaullah Tarar has said that efforts are being made at the national level to deal with the flood situation in different parts of country.   Briefing media persons in Islamabad today along with Minister for Climate Change Musadik Malik and NDMA Chairman Lieutenant General Inam Haider,…

President Asif Ali Zardari and Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif have called for collective response to climate change through advancement of Green Pakistan Programme. In their separate messages on launching of nationwide Monsoon Tree Plantation Drive on Monday, they said more than 41 million saplings will be planted across the…

Work for the restoration of the Jar Bridge, connecting Dir and Bajaur, is continuing at fast pace by the Pakistan Army. Efforts are underway to install a new bridge at the site of the damaged structure. Troops from the Pakistan Army Corps of Engineers are working day and night to…

Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar has arrived in London on his official visit to the United Kingdom. During the visit, he will meet Deputy Prime Minister of UK Angela Rayner, Parliamentary Under-Secretary of State for Pakistan, Hamish Falconer, Lord Wajid Khan, and Commonwealth Secretary-General, Shirley Ayorkor Botchwey.…

The National Disaster Management Authority and other government institutions are constantly in touch with the provincial governments to coordinate relief and rehabilitation efforts in the flood-affected areas. At his media briefing in Islamabad on Sunday, Chairman National Disaster Management Authority, Lieutenant General Inam Haider Malik said concerted efforts are being…

In Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Pakistan Army’s Engineer Corps has opened and restored the closed road in Shangla, which was closed due to land sliding. Army engineers are deployed with heavy equipment in Alpuri. Clearance of Aloch-Chakesar road blocked at several places is also underway. On the other hand, in Buner, road…

Uzbekistan Foreign Minister Saidov Bakhtiyor Odilovich has conveyed heartfelt condolences to Deputy Prime Minister Ishaq Dar over the tragic loss of lives due to recent floods in Pakistan. In a telephonic conversation, the Uzbekistan Foreign Minister expressed solidarity and prayers for the affected families. Ishaq Dar conveyed his deep gratitude…

The Pakistan Army, under the special instructions of Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir, is continuing the distribution of rations among flood-affected people in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. Troops remain actively engaged in rescue and relief operations across flood-hit areas, including Buner, Shangla, and Swat. Army helicopters have delivered essential supplies to Khawaza…

On the special directives of Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif, additional relief goods are being dispatched to the flood-affected areas. Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif is personally monitoring the relief operations of the National Disaster Management Authority in all flood-affected districts of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. Teams of Federal Ministers, on the instructions…

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has expressed deep grief over the devastation caused by cloudbursts and flash floods in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa and northern Pakistan. In a post on his X handle, he extended heartfelt condolences to the bereaved families. He said we stand in solidarity with our brothers and sisters in…

Deputy Prime Minister Ishaq Dar has said the government is mobilising all available resources to provide relief and conduct rescue operations in the flood affected areas.   In a post on his X handle, he said federal and provincial agencies, the armed forces and local administrations are working tirelessly to reach…

Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi visited the residence of Captain Muhammad Asif Shaheed in Uch Sharif. He met with the parents, brothers and other family members of Captain Muhammad Asif Shaheed and offered Fateha. The Interior Minister said Captain Muhammad Asif is an eternal example of bravery. He said Captain Asif…

Minister for Information and Broadcasting Attaullah Tarar has expressed Pakistan’s commitment to further strengthening cooperation with Bangladesh in the political, economic and cultural spheres.  Talking to High Commissioner of Bangladesh, Muhammad Iqbal Hussain Khan in Islamabad, he said Pakistan values its relationship with Bangladesh.  He noted Pakistan has given a…