ISLAMABAD: Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) has forecasted a two-day spell of rain in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Gilgit-Baltistan and various parts of the country starting from Sunday. There is a likelihood of landslides in the hilly regions of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Gilgit-Baltistan, and Kashmir during this period. Hailstorms are also expected in isolated areas of upper Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, […]
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GILGIT: Two brothers lost their lives and two others injured when a massive landslide struck two vehicles on the Karakoram Highway in the Lootar area of Upper Kohistan district here on Saturday. According to a Rescue 1122 official, an oil tanker and a pickup truck were en route to Dassu from Gilgit-Baltistan when heavy rainfall
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Staff Report ABBOTTABAD: Tourists who traveled to the popular destination of Galyat to experience snowfall got stranded in various locations on Thursday due to heavy snowfall. In response, the Galyat Development Authority (GDA) has begun efforts to evacuate these tourists. The Galyat Development Authority (GDA) director general, Shahrukh Ali, said that Galyat has been
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ABBOTTABAD: Snowfall continues for the third consecutive day in Mansehra, Kaghan Valley, Naran, Shogran and Babusar Top of Hazara division bringing the region mercury below the minus. Intermittent rains also continue in Mansehra plains areas, Saran Valley, Konish Valley, Ogi, and Tanal. Mansehra-Kaghan highway landslides were reported at several places. Reports of glaciers falling
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The Pakistan Meteorological Department forecasts widespread rain, wind, thunderstorms, and snowfall over hills across various regions from Thursday to February 28. Heavy rain and snowfall are expected in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP), Kashmir, Gilgit-Baltistan, and upper/central Punjab, with possible hailstorms. Areas like Murree, Galliyat, Naran, Kaghan, Dir, Swat, and others may face road closures, slippery conditions,
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PESHAWAR: Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Health Advisor Ehtesham Ali expressed deep sorrow over the loss of lives and property caused by recent rains, which he said have also created health hazards in the region. Ali emphasized the need for immediate assistance to establish swift and effective communication with all relevant authorities and health institutions. He confirmed that
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A fresh wave of rain and snowfall has commenced in Upper Dir, bringing a significant drop in temperatures across the region. Since last night, the plains of Dir Bala have experienced steady rainfall, while the upper areas have been blanketed by a new series of snowfall, further intensifying the cold weather. Late into the night,
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PESHAWAR: The Pakistan Meteorological Department Authority (PMDA) has predicted widespread rain-wind and thunderstorms in the upper districts of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa starting from Tuesday. Heavy rain could trigger flash floods in vulnerable areas of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa and Kashmir between February 25th and March 1st. Mountainous regions of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Gilgit-Baltistan, Kashmir, Murree, and Galliyat may experience
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By: Nasir Zada After a heavy snowfall, the upper regions of Upper Dir gained even more charm and beauty, attracting tourists from various parts of the country eager to experience the snow. Similar to other areas in Northern Pakistan, the Lawari Tunnel region in Upper Dir also received snowfall, drawing visitors from across the
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JACOBABAD: Jacobabad, in Sindh province, often exceeds 50°C (122°F) during heatwaves. The extreme heat causes dehydration and heatstroke. In 2012, USAID pledged $66 million to improve Sindh’s municipal services. The key project renovated a plant that pumps and purifies water from a canal 22 km (14 miles) away. Pakistani non-profit HANDS says Trump’s aid freeze
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