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Death toll from recent flood rises to 831 over two months across Pakistan

Death toll from recent flood rises to 831 over two months across Pakistan

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ISLAMABAD: The National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) has confirmed that the death toll has reached to 831 during the recent monsoon rains and flood across the country over the past two months. According to the NDMA comprehensive report detailing the devastating impact of recent monsoon rains and floods across Pakistan, more than 1,121 people have […]

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Balochistan sets up flood control centers to tackle looming flood threat

Balochistan sets up flood control centers to tackle looming flood threat

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QUETTA: With the rising water levels in the River Sindh, the provincial government of Balochistan has taken preventive measures by establishing flood control centers across various districts to mitigate the impact of potential floods. Balochistan’s Irrigation Minister, Sadiq Omarani, confirmed that flood risks loom over the districts of Jafarabad, Osta Muhammad, and Sohbatpur. In a

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Heavy rains cause urban flooding in Peshawar, multiple areas submerged

Heavy rains cause urban flooding in Peshawar, multiple areas submerged

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PESHAWAR: Torrential and heavy rainfall in Peshawar and its surrounding areas has caused severe urban flooding, submerging many parts of the city, on Saturday. According to reports, due to torrential rains, roads in Peshawar city and neighboring localities have turned into pools of water. Areas including GT Road, Ashraf Road, Kohati, Hashtnagri, Sikandarpura, Gilahar, Warsak

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Three employees wounded in grenade attack on private office in Quetta

Three employees wounded in grenade attack on private office in Quetta

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QUETTA: At least three employees were injured in a grenade exploded outside a private office in the Hazarganji area of Quetta. According to police officials, the grenade explosion caused a loud explosion, alarming nearby residents. Police arrived at the scene quickly, cordoned off the area, and collected evidence to investigate the incident. The injured were

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Flood threat from Punjab’s torrential rains could impact Balochistan

Flood threat from Punjab’s torrential rains could impact Balochistan

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DERA MURAD JAMALI: Following torrential rains and a growing flood threat in Punjab, authorities have issued a high alert in Balochistan as floodwaters are expected to enter the region through the Guddu Barrage. The provincial government has activated emergency protocols to prepare for the potential inundation of several districts. The Provincial Disaster Management Authority (PDMA)

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NADRA Balochistan hosts live E-Kacheri to address public issues

NADRA Balochistan hosts live E-Kacheri to address public issues

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QUETTA: In a bid to enhance direct communication and improve public service delivery, NADRA Balochistan, under the leadership of Director General Naveed Jan Sahabzada, organized a live E-Kacheri to address citizens’ concerns and provide timely solutions. The online initiative saw thousands of individuals from across the province actively participating by calling in and sending comments

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Police officer killed, two constables injured as DG PDMA squad vehicle meets fatal accident

Police officer killed, two constables injured as DG PDMA squad vehicle meets fatal accident

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JAFFARABAD: A police officer was killed and two other constable sustained injuries following a tragic accident occurred near the Bypass Maml area in Jaafarabad involving the squad vehicle of Director General Provincial Disaster Management Authority (PDMA) Balochistan, Jehanzaib Khan. According to police officials, the deceased police officer identified as Safar Khan. The injured constables were

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Funds suspended for Balochistan’s Local Bodies, salaries also withheld

Funds suspended for Balochistan’s Local Bodies, salaries also withheld

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QUETTA: A financial crisis has gripped Balochistan’s local government institutions as both development and non-development funds have been suspended for the past two months. The delay in fund disbursement has not only stopped daily operations in several municipal bodies but has also led to the suspension of salaries for thousands of employees. According to local

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DG GDA inspects ongoing development projects in Gwadar

DG GDA inspects ongoing development projects in Gwadar

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QUETTA: Director General of the Gwadar Development Authority (GDA), Moin-ur-Rehman Khan, carried out an extensive inspection of various civic and infrastructure projects underway in the port city. In this regard, Khan was accompanied by Chief Engineer Haji Syed Muhammad and other senior GDA officials during the visit. The inspection tour covered a wide range of

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PDMA warns of heavy inflows from India

PDMA warns of heavy inflows from India, massive rescue and relief operations underway

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LAHORE: Director General Provincial Disaster Management Authority (PDMA) Irfan Ali Kathia has cautioned that more than 70,000 cusecs of additional water. In this regard, the DG PDMA said that no formal mechanism exists for timely information sharing with India regarding water releases, despite federal government efforts to establish one. Furthermore, Kathia noted that light rains

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