Heavy rain and hailstorms swept across several regions of Pakistan, including Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Punjab, and Azad Kashmir, causing disruptions in travel and daily life. The weather system brought sudden temperature drops, while authorities monitored conditions closely as further rainfall was forecast in the upper parts of the country. In Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, rain was recorded in […]
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Azad Kashmir sets record with over 1.5 million tourists in 2025
Muzaffarabad, Pakistan – Azad Kashmir, known for its lush mountains, dense forests, stunning waterfalls, flowing rivers, and historical sites, continues to attract tourists from around the world. Its natural beauty draws hundreds of thousands of domestic and international visitors each year. According to the Department of Tourism and Archaeology, more than 1.5 million tourists visited […]
Snowfall blankets northern Pakistan, trapping vehicles and intensifying cold wave
NARAN – Northern Pakistan is witnessing a sharp drop in temperatures as snowfall intensifies across Gilgit-Baltistan and Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, trapping vehicles and disrupting travel in several mountainous regions. Snow continues intermittently over the mountains of Gilgit-Baltistan, with heavy flurries reported on the Babusar Pass, Nanga Parbat, and Batogah peaks. More than a dozen vehicles have been […]
Cloudburst triggers floods in Azad Kashmir, Gilgit
The sudden cloudburst in Neelum Valley, Azad Kashmir, caused heavy flooding and widespread destruction. Floodwaters washed away three bridges and two guesthouses in Jagraan. Several kilometers of roads were also destroyed. Over 500 tourists got trapped at Ratti Gali Base Camp. The Pakistan Army, police, and rescue teams launched swift operations to evacuate the stranded […]
Tragedy in neelum valley: Six tourists die as vehicle falls into river
Six tourists, including five women, lost their lives in a tragic accident on Friday when their vehicle plunged into the Neelum River. The incident occurred in Chilhana, a remote and hilly area of Neelum Valley in Azad Kashmir. The vehicle was en route to Muzaffarabad from Neelum Valley when it veered off a dangerously narrow […]
Tourism crashes in Neelum valley amid war fears
Hotels and roads in Neelum Valley are empty as tensions with India rise. The area, known for its beauty, usually sees thousands of tourists each May. Local workers say tourism is their lifeline. Photographer Muhammad Awais said the season started badly and business is suffering. Guesthouses that support many families now face losses. Security forces […]
Jeep plunged into Neelum River claiming many lives
Jeep plunged into Neelum River claiming many lives. 6 people deceased in Neelum Valley today, as a jeep in which passengers were traveling plunged into Neelum River in Azad Jammu and Kashmir. 2 people got injuries as a result of the mishap. According to the details, this tragic accident took place at Neelum Valley’s Kattan […]
Two brothers killed by leopard in Neelum Valley
Neelum Valley: Two brothers were killed on Monday in Neelum Valley as a leopard attacked them in the forest of Athmuqam in Azad Kashmir’s Neelum Valley. 20-year-old Qadeer and 16-year-old Amjad went to collect firewood ahead of the winter season. The deceased Qadeer and Amjad went to the forest to cut wood. The incident occurred […]