Cloudburst or just heavy rain? PMD clarifies amid KP downpours
As heavy monsoon rains batter northern Pakistan, meteorologists are urging caution in labeling every intense spell as a “cloudburst.” Experts say the careless…
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IWMB investigates reports of lion sighting in Islamabad housing society
Residents of Police Foundation Housing Society, O-9, Islamabad reported a possible lion sighting on Wednesday, prompting an immediate response from the…
KP floods not caused by cloudburst, say experts; rare rain system clash to blame
Meteorologists have clarified that the recent catastrophic floods in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa were not the result of a cloudburst, but rather the collision of two…
Heavy rain batters Karachi again, flooding worsens and 8 dead in rain-related incidents
Fresh rain hit Karachi on Wednesday, worsening the already dire situation after Tuesday’s torrential downpour left large parts of the city submerged. The death…
KP introduces flood relief app for direct bank transfers to affected families
In a major step toward digital governance, the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa government has launched the Digital Disaster Compensation Management app, enabling direct cash…
Punjab suspends tourism in Murree, Salt Range as monsoon rains cause devastation
ISLAMABAD – Punjab’s tourism industry has come to a grinding halt as monsoon rains, landslides, and cloudbursts disrupt travel in Murree, Salt Range, Kallar…
Seven dead as heavy monsoon rains trigger urban flooding in Karachi
KARACHI – At least seven people were killed on Tuesday as relentless monsoon rains battered Karachi, submerging roads, cutting power, and forcing authorities to…
Ethiopia vows support for Pakistan in climate fight, Ambassador meets President Zardari
ISLAMABAD – Ethiopia has stood in solidarity with Pakistan, extending support in its battle against climate change and natural disasters. On Tuesday, Ambassador…
Ethiopia–Pakistan Green Dialogue in Islamabad focuses on climate resilience and cooperation
Islamabad — On August 18, 2025, Pakistan and Ethiopia reaffirmed their commitment to climate resilience and sustainable development during the Ethiopia–Pakistan…
PDMA warns Punjab of heavy rains and flash flood risk in next 24 hours
The Punjab Provincial Disaster Management Authority (PDMA) has issued a fresh flood fact sheet, warning of heavy rains and possible flash floods across the…