Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian called Pakistan’s Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif to express sympathy over recent floods. He offered full support to Pakistan during this difficult time. The president extended his heartfelt condolences to the Pakistani people affected by the disaster. This phone call shows Iran’s readiness to assist its neighbor in times of need. It […]
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PM Laptop scheme postponed amid floods
The distribution of 100,000 laptops under the Prime Minister’s Youth Laptop Scheme has been postponed. This delay comes as relief efforts intensify in flood-affected areas of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Gilgit-Baltistan, and Azad Jammu and Kashmir. The scheme aims to provide free laptops to eligible students across Pakistan to boost digital literacy. Originally set for July 2025, […]
Pakistan inflation steady at 4–5% despite floods
Pakistan’s Finance Division projects inflation to remain between 4 and 5 percent in August 2025. This forecast was released in the latest monthly economic outlook on Thursday. However, the report warns that ongoing flood damage may create risks for the economy. The floods could strain fiscal resources and disrupt food supplies in affected areas. […]
Punjab floods kill 20, river exploded to save cities
Flooding continues to worsen across Punjab as three major rivers — Chenab, Ravi, and Sutlej — overflow, causing severe damage and loss of life. At least 20 people have died, mostly from drowning, according to the Provincial Disaster Management Authority (PDMA). In Sialkot alone, rescue teams have recovered 16 bodies. To protect Jhang and Chiniot […]
Floods won’t stop power: Division orders 24/7 electricity supply
The Power Division has instructed electricity distribution companies (DISCOs) to ensure continuous power supply during heavy rains and floods. This directive comes as the country faces severe flooding. The division issued an emergency alert urging all DISCOs to maintain uninterrupted electricity services throughout the crisis. Authorities also emphasized protecting electrical infrastructure during floods. Immediate measures […]
Hadiqa Kiani sounds the alarm: Evacuate now, floods are escalating
Singer and humanitarian Hadiqa Kiani has called on residents living near the Ravi, Sutlej, and Chenab rivers to urgently evacuate, as floods continue to devastate large parts of Punjab. Her appeal follows official government evacuation orders and comes amid worsening weather conditions and rapidly rising water levels. In a heartfelt video posted on Instagram, Kiani […]
President Erdogan offers flood aid in call with PM Shehbaz
Lahore — August 28, 2025: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif received a call from Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan today, who expressed deep condolences over the ongoing floods in Pakistan. President Erdogan conveyed heartfelt solidarity and offered Türkiye’s full support during this time of crisis. The Turkish leader said his country was ready to assist in […]
PM calls for urgent dam construction as floods hit Punjab
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has called climate change a major challenge for Pakistan. He said the country must build new dams without wasting time. Speaking in Narowal, he warned that floods are now hitting Punjab after damaging Gilgit-Baltistan and Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. He added that floodwaters are flowing through rivers in Punjab. The Prime Minister thanked […]
Tragedy unfolds as floods claim over 800 lives nationwide
Islamabad: The monsoon rains and floods continue to wreak havoc across Pakistan. The National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) released an updated report on the damages and casualties caused by recent floods. In the past 24 hours, five more people have lost their lives due to flooding and rain-related incidents. Punjab recorded two deaths, while Azad […]
PTI Chairman thanks Army, pledges full support for flood victims
BUNER: PTI Chairman Barrister Gohar on Friday expressed gratitude to the federal government and Pakistan Army for their support during recent floods. He pledged full assistance to those whose homes or businesses were affected, promising efforts to compensate all victims. Gohar said ten districts in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa were hit hard by heavy rains and floods. […]