Karachi Monsoon Floods: Predictable Crisis of Deforestation
Karachi floods every monsoon, yet little action is taken. Deforestation and concrete replace green spaces, leaving rainwater nowhere to go. Will authorities act this year?
Karachi floods every monsoon, yet little action is taken. Deforestation and concrete replace green spaces, leaving rainwater nowhere to go. Will authorities act this year?
Deputy Commissioner Muhammad Ali Ijaz announced 93% completion of Phase-II of Lahore Development Programme, with 16,410 streets to be constructed and strict quality measures enforced.
Commissioner Aamir Karim Khan expressed displeasure over slow work on Multan Avenue, directing officials to expedite construction and ensure timely completion during an inspection.
Punjab Skills Development Fund and Bank of Punjab sign agreement to operationalize Parwaaz Card Scheme, offering interest-free loans up to PKR 1 million to 45,000 skilled youth for overseas employment.
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RecommendedCommissioner Peshawar Division Riyaz Khan Mehsud ordered expedited work on PHA-F Residencia Sorezai Housing Scheme, addressing land disputes and administrative hurdles to ensure timely completion.
Lahore Development Authority Director General Tahir Farooq visited LDA City to review development works, land acquisition, and citizen services.
Two suspected robbers were arrested after being injured in police encounters in Shahdara and Ravi Road areas of Lahore. They were involved in recent robberies.
Punjab government freezes funds of all 40 district councils, cancels 2,782 development schemes, and halts budget preparation for 2026-27.
Discover Makhdoom Pur Pahoran's rich textile heritage, known for handwoven khaddar, shawls, and traditional crafts that sustained its economy for centuries.
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RecommendedGovernor Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Faisal Karim Kundi orders PESCO to prevent unannounced power cuts during Muharram, especially in Dera Ismail Khan, and addresses grid station issues.
Karachi Metropolitan Corporation proposes a 1% entertainment tax on hotels, marriage halls, and Airbnb to boost tourism revenue. Public hearing set for June 10.
Deputy Commissioner Saba Asghar Ali ordered a citywide anti-encroachment operation in Sialkot, demolishing 3 permanent and 43 temporary structures, confiscating 10 tarpaulins, and imposing Rs30,000 fines.
A 4.9 magnitude earthquake with epicenter in India caused strong tremors in Lahore and several Punjab districts. No casualties or damage reported.
Israel advances 2,100 new settlement homes in the West Bank, sparking international condemnation and accusations of ethnic cleansing against Palestinians.
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RecommendedA 4.9 magnitude earthquake struck Punjab, with epicenter in India; tremors felt across major cities; no damage reported.
A new study warns Pakistan is highly vulnerable to El Niño climate change, with Lahore and Faisalabad projected to become hottest cities by 2050. Rising temperatures, urban heat island effect, and drought risks demand urgent action.
Light rain in Lahore on Thursday dropped the temperature from 38°C to 35°C. More rain expected in next 24 hours, says Met Office.
Commissioner Irfan Ali Kathia chaired a meeting on the Model Village Program, focusing on upgrading 35 villages with modern amenities. Officials discussed water supply, sanitation, lighting, and parks to boost rural life.
Deputy Commissioner Muzaffargarh Hafiz Usman Tahir Jappa inspected Jassowala Wastewater Disposal Point, reviewed drainage and machinery, and directed improvements to ensure smooth wastewater disposal for citizens.
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RecommendedPunjab province extends outdoor drone ban for 30 days due to security risks, with exemptions for intelligence agencies and enclosed venues.
Iranian drone attack on Kuwait International Airport kills one, injures 63, damages terminal, suspends flights. Kuwait denies Iran's claims of territory use.
Lahore Traffic Police issued challans to 1,137 vehicles and fined 455 for fancy plates, 687 for broken plates, and registered five cases for fake plates during a special campaign.
Four people, including a woman and a child, died in two separate roof collapse incidents in Punjab on Wednesday. Two others were injured.
Hundreds flee to India-Bangladesh border after detention centers ordered for undocumented Bangladeshi migrants and Rohingya refugees amid BJP hard-line policy.
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RecommendedEarly morning rain with strong winds in Lahore brought pleasant weather but disrupted power as LESCO feeders tripped. More rain expected today.
SUPARCO satellite data shows 3,037 hectares of forest burned in Kotli Sattian, Punjab, due to intense heatwave, threatening wildlife and watersheds.
Punjab CM Maryam Nawaz Sharif announces over 30,000 km of roads constructed under CM Local Roads Programme, with strict quality and timeline adherence.
Four family members killed and two injured in Larkana after armed assailants opened fire over a longstanding tribal feud. Police investigating.
Punjab government launches massive cleanliness drive during Eid ul Adha, deploying over 176,000 workers. Citizens urged to practice responsible waste disposal and share meat with the needy.
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RecommendedA family in Gumtala village, Shakargarh, claims six members were injured in a police raid over a property dispute. Police deny allegations, stating legal procedure was followed.