CAA
KARACHI, April 14: In response to heightened tensions in the Middle East, Pakistan's Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) has implemented stricter monitoring procedures for incoming flights. Media reports citing aviation sources reveal new instructions issued to Pakistan Air Traffic Control (ATC). These directives mandate close scrutiny of all flights
Lightning
MULTAN, April 14: A series of lightning strikes across southern Punjab and Balochistan on Saturday resulted in the tragic deaths of 25 people. The majority of casualties, at 17, occurred in southern Punjab, with Muzaffargarh, Rahim Yar Khan, Rajanpur, Lodhran, Bahawalpur, and Bahawalnagar districts reporting fatalities. Balochistan's Nushki
CM
LAHORE, April 14: Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif has ordered the establishment of special courts martial to try police officers and personnel accused of corruption and criminal activity. The decision came during a special meeting held in Murree to review the province's law and order situation. The
Khyber Pakhtunkhwa
PESHAWAR, April 14: Heavy rains and landslides have caused fatalities in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, with authorities confirming seven deaths since yesterday across Dir, Chitral, and Swat districts. Details from the incidents reveal a cowherd falling to his death in Upper Chitral's Istaro area, while two others sustained injuries. Landslides
Karachi
KARACHI, April 14: Karachi's Mominabad police apprehended Dacoit Farhan, who was injured during his arrest, police confirmed on Sunday. SSP West Abdul Hafeez Bugti revealed that accused Farhan was involved in a robbery near Orangi Town Football Chowrangi on Eid-ul-Fitr, where he shot and injured a woman. Bugti
Punjab police
LAHORE, April 14: The Punjab government has constituted a Joint Investigation Team (JIT) to probe the recent clash between police and Pakistan Army personnel in Bahawalnagar. This move follows an earlier statement by the Army's Public Relations Department (ISPR) calling for a transparent investigation. According to the notification,
Dasu Hydropower Project
ISLAMABAD, April 14: Pakistan received a much-needed boost for its energy sector as the World Bank approved a $1 billion loan for the 2,160-megawatt Dasu Hydropower Project. This critical infrastructure project aims to provide Pakistan with affordable and reliable electricity. The loan approval comes after some delays, with initial
Pakistan Railway
ISLAMABD, April 14: Pakistan Railways is set to undergo a major green shift, with plans to switch to solar energy in collaboration with China. This initiative aims to reduce massive financial losses and pave the way for a more sustainable railway infrastructure. Officials identified 100 initial sites with high electricity
polio vaccine
ISLAMABAD, April 13: Pakistan's fight against polio faces a renewed challenge as a recent national anti-polio campaign encountered resistance from a significant number of parents. According to media reports, over 63,000 parents across Pakistan refused to vaccinate their children during the campaign with a significant majority from
FBR
ISLAMABAD, April 13: The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has decided to block the mobile phone SIM cards of approximately 1.8 million non-filers across the country n a move to comply with the International Monetary Fund's (IMF) conditions,. According to media reports, the decision was approved by
Police
HYDERABAD, April 13: Hyderabad Police engaged in three separate encounters with suspected drug dealers and street criminals, resulting in the deaths of two individuals and the arrest of one injured suspect. According to a police spokesperson on Saturday, the operations were conducted based on tip-offs in the American Quarter and
New Zealand
LAHORE, April 13: The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has unveiled the list of match officials for the upcoming five-match T20I series between Pakistan and New Zealand. The series is scheduled to take place from April 18 to 27, with matches set to be held in Rawalpindi and Lahore. A notable
FIA
KARACHI, April 13: The Federal Investigation Agency (FIA) has released Mohammad Adnan, a travel agent, who was earlier detained at Karachi's Jinnah International Airport for carrying 49 Pakistani passports. Adnan's release came after the FIA verified his legal authorization to possess the passports for visa processing
QUETTA, April 13: Four people were killed by lightning strikes during heavy rain in Balochistan, according to the Provincial Disaster Management Authority (PDMA). The incidents occurred in Sorab, Pishin, and Qila Saifullah districts. Two young men were among the fatalities in Sorab, while the other victims have been identified as
Traffic accidents
RAWALPINDI, April 13: At least 25 people were killed and over 2,500 injured in traffic accidents across Punjab province during the first two days of Eid al-Fitr, according to Rescue 1122, the emergency service provider. Spokesperson for Rescue 1122 highlighted a surge in motorcycle accidents across various districts. Additionally,
Senate
ISLAMABAD, April 13: Pakistan's Senate has pushed for a significant enhancement of its influence in the country's governance, proposing a series of reforms aimed at bolstering its role in crucial national decisions, including budgetary allocations and ministerial appointments. In a report submitted to the Inter-Parliamentary Union