ISLAMABAD: Air travellers are often asked to follow a range of safety instructions before takeoff and landing, including fastening seat belts, switching electronic devices to airplane mode and ensuring tray tables are folded away. While the requirement may seem minor, aviation experts say it plays an important role in passenger safety. Read More: The dirtiest […]
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Railways crew instructed to follow safety measures amid fog
Pakistan Railways has directed all train crews and safety officials to strictly adhere to standard operating procedures amid dense fog affecting visibility across the country. Divisional formations have issued instructions to drivers, assistant drivers, station masters, and other personnel responsible for safe train operations to remain vigilant and prevent accidents. Read More: Dense fog disrupts life in […]
Pakistan railways faces 95 accidents in 2025
Pakistan Railways recorded 95 accidents in 2025, marking one of the most turbulent years for the national rail network, with derailments, collisions, sabotage, and widespread operational delays affecting services across the country. Derailments accounted for the largest share of incidents, with 46 passenger train and 43 freight train derailments, including major accidents involving Islamabad Express, […]
Passengers kidnapped after bus attack near Rahim Yar Khan
RAHIM YAR KHAN: Around 15 armed dacoits allegedly from the Katcha area attacked a Quetta-bound passenger bus late Monday night and kidnapped 25 passengers. The assailants injured the driver during the attack before fleeing with the abducted individuals. Read More: Afghan Taliban release some kidnapped bus passengers According to videos circulated on social media after 9:30pm, the Sadabahar […]
Railways recover over Rs1 million in ticketless travel drive
Railways authorities conducted a large-scale crackdown on ticketless travel, recovering more than Rs1 million from 1,201 passengers during surprise inspections on multiple trains and railway stations across the country. The enforcement drive also collected fines exceeding Rs180,000, targeting travellers found without valid tickets on major trains including Tezgam, Ghauri Express, Badar Express, Karachi Express, Jaffar […]
Ferry company apologizes after adult film accidentally airs to children
SUSSEX – DFDS, a ferry operator, has issued a formal apology after children onboard one of its vessels were exposed to an adult film while travelling from Dieppe, France, to Newhaven, Sussex. The incident occurred at the end of October, leaving some young passengers “screaming” and parents alarmed. According to the company, the adult film […]