Storm Forces Islamabad-Karachi Flight to Return Safely Karachi, August 19, 2025: A private airline flight traveling from Islamabad to Karachi had to abort its landing on Tuesday due to severe stormy weather and returned safely to Islamabad. Sources report that the pilot of flight ER-501 attempted to land at Jinnah International Airport in Karachi twice […]
South Korea, U.S. Begin Joint Drills Amid Rising North Korea Tensions SEOUL – South Korea and the United States have launched their annual Ulchi Freedom Shield military drills this week, stepping up preparations against North Korea’s growing nuclear threat. The 11-day exercises, which Seoul says are purely defensive, include upgraded response strategies. While the scale […]
Roof Collapse in Swabi Amid Heavy Rain Leaves Several Injured SWABI – A roof collapsed in the Sarkoi Banda area of Gadoon following heavy rainfall, leaving multiple people seriously injured, rescue officials confirmed. The injured were swiftly transported to Bacha Khan Medical Complex in Shah Mansoor, Swabi, for treatment, according to 1122 rescue authorities. Since […]
911 Helpline Reactivated to Support Citizens Amid Flood Crisis Islamabad – The Ministry of Information Technology and Telecommunication has reactivated the 911 emergency helpline to provide quick assistance to citizens affected by natural disasters and other critical situations. Officials explained that the system is designed to function even in areas where mobile network towers are […]
Parliament Passes Anti-Terrorism Bill Amid Heated Debate ISLAMABAD — The National Assembly on Tuesday passed the Anti-Terrorism (Amendment) Bill 2024, despite strong opposition from lawmakers questioning its impact on civil liberties. The bill, introduced by Minister of State Talal Chaudhry, faced pushback from opposition members who proposed amendments, all of which were ultimately rejected by […]
The UN deplores the violence in the ongoing opposition protests in Pakistan and called for calm and restraint on all sides, it said. “The Secretary-General continues to closely follow the situation in Pakistan, including reports on the ongoing protests and the deployment of the military,” his spokesperson said in a statement. According to media reports, […]
Speaking to newsmen after the IMF Executive Board meeting, Kristalina Georgieva congratulated the government and people of Pakistan She also praised the country’s economic situation, citing significant reforms and improved growth. The IMF Managing Director said that Pakistan has made reforms and the country’s economy has improved. She said that Pakistan presented its reform program […]
