Pakistan is bracing for worsening floods as India continues to release massive amounts of water into key rivers, raising alarm levels across Punjab. The Sutlej, Chenab, and Tawi rivers are now at or near “very high flood” levels, according to officials, prompting emergency preparations in multiple districts. Rising Tensions Over Indus Waters The Ministry of…
Afghanistan outplayed Pakistan by 18 runs in the Tri-Nation T20I Series on Tuesday, showcasing a commanding mix of batting firepower and disciplined bowling at the Sharjah Cricket Stadium. Atal and Zadran Power Afghanistan to 169 After choosing to bat first, Afghanistan overcame an early setback—Rahmanullah Gurbaz’s dismissal for 8—to build a formidable platform. Sediqullah Atal…
Afghanistan tightened their grip on the UAE T20I Tri-Series with a commanding 38-run victory over hosts United Arab Emirates in Sharjah on Monday night, showcasing disciplined spin bowling and a composed top-order display. Afghanistan Set Up the Game with Calm Batting Opting to bat first, Afghanistan posted a solid 188 for 4. Ibrahim Zadran (63…
Relentless downpours have unleashed flash floods across Buner district, forcing residents to flee their homes as rising waters swamp neighborhoods, farmland, and marketplaces. Local mosques broadcast urgent warnings, urging families to seek higher ground as floodwaters surged into Pir Baba Bazaar and nearby residential areas. The district’s administration has declared a high alert, with emergency…
Punjab is on edge as heavy rains in upper catchment areas push major rivers to dangerous levels, prompting authorities to issue high flood warnings for the Ravi, Sutlej, and Chenab. Officials expect the situation to peak by September 5, with millions already affected and large-scale evacuations underway. The Provincial and National Disaster Management Authorities (PDMA…
A Senate committee has dismissed viral reports claiming that 40,000 Pakistani pilgrims disappeared in Iraq, calling them grossly inaccurate. At a session of the Senate Standing Committee on Overseas Pakistanis and Human Resource Development, Senator Raja Nasir Abbas said both Iraqi and Pakistani officials confirmed the figures were fabricated. “I met Iraq’s Prime Minister, and…
Lately, Pakistani mobile users have been noticing something unusual: certain smartphones previously blocked for not being PTA-approved appear to be working on local networks again. Devices like iPhones and Google Pixels, long inactive on services like Zong and Ufone, are suddenly able to make calls and access data—raising eyebrows across social media and tech forums….
Freshly printed currency notes, once a simple luxury for Pakistanis during Eid and other celebrations, have become virtually inaccessible through official channels—yet they are thriving in the black market at steep premiums. An investigation by ProPakistani has uncovered what appears to be a systematic diversion of new notes from the State Bank of Pakistan (SBP)…
The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) is stepping up its fight against trade fraud, granting sweeping powers to the Directorate General of Post Clearance Audit (PCA) to crack down on misdeclared import and export values. A new directive, S.R.O. 1655 (I)/2025, issued Monday, authorizes the PCA not only to investigate but also to penalize exporters…
Authorities have issued a weather alert for Azad Kashmir, warning residents to brace for heavy rainfall over the next 12 to 24 hours. The National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) said the downpour could trigger flash floods and landslides in multiple areas. High-Risk Zones Identified According to NDMA officials, Neelum Valley, Muzaffarabad, Bagh, Sharda, Haveli, and…
