Pakistan: Flash Floods Flash Update No.1 (As of 17 April 2024)

2024-04-17T21:33+0200humanitarianresponse (en)

HIGHLIGHTS. • Between 12 and 16 April, persistent heavy rainfall and lightning resulted in the tragic loss of 53 lives, with over 50 people sustaining injuries and more than 1,400 houses damaged across Pakistan . • The Provincial Disaster Management Authority (PDMA), Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) recorded....

Dubai floods disrupt major airport operations as 'historic weather event' brings torrential rains to UAE

2024-04-17T18:25+0200exbulletin (en)

They ended up hailing a taxi near their home about 18 miles away, but flood water on the road stopped them. A passer-by helped them over a motorway barrier with their carry-on luggage, bottles of gin they picked up from a duty-free shop clinking away. Passengers wait at a flight connection desk at....

Estas fotos muestran el caos en Dubai tras las fuertes lluvias

2024-04-17T17:43+0200cnnMexico (es)

Un hombre de 70 años murió después de que las inundaciones arrastraran su vehículo en Ras Al-Khaimah, Emiratos Árabes Unidos, según informó el martes la Policía. Las lluvias continuaron desplazándose hacia el este este miércoles, afectando a partes del sur de Irán y Pakistán, zonas en las que apenas llueve en esta época del año.

Estas fotos muestran el caos en Dubai tras las fuertes lluvias

2024-04-17T17:40+0200cnnespanol (es)

Un hombre de 70 años murió después de que las inundaciones arrastraran su vehículo en Ras Al-Khaimah, Emiratos Árabes Unidos, según informó el martes la Policía. Las lluvias continuaron desplazándose hacia el este este miércoles, afectando a partes del sur de Irán y Pakistán, zonas en las que apenas llueve en esta época del año.

70 killed as Afghanistan hit by heavy rains

2024-04-17T17:02+0200guardian-ng (en)

Around 70 people have been killed by heavy rains lashing Afghanistan over the past five days, the government's disaster management department said Wednesday. Afghanistan was parched by an unusually dry winter which desiccated the earth, exacerbating flash-flooding caused by spring downpours in most provinces.

Pakistan: Flash Floods Flash Update No.1 (As of 17 April 2024)

2024-04-17T16:12+0200unocha (en)

HIGHLIGHTS. • Between 12 and 16 April, persistent heavy rainfall and lightning resulted in the tragic loss of 53 lives, with over 50 people sustaining injuries and more than 1,400 houses damaged across Pakistan . • The Provincial Disaster Management Authority (PDMA), Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) recorded....

PDMA issues flood alert due to melting of glaciers in KP

2024-04-17T15:54+0200brecorder (en)

The Provincial Disaster Management Authority (PDMA) on Wednesday issued a flood alert due to the melting of glaciers in several districts of the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. A statement issued by the office of Director General PDMA Khyber Pakhtunkhwa said that the flood situation got worsen in nine districts....

School Assembly News Headlines April 18: Dubai Flood,Surya Tilak Ceremony & More

2024-04-17T15:48+0200timesnownews (en)

School Assembly News Headlines April 18: Dubai Flood, Surya Tilak Ceremony, UPSC CSE Exam 2023, Delhi CM, Iran-Israel Conflict & More. Students can check the school assembly news below. 1) Babar Azam makes his return as Pakistan captain in a five-match T20 series starting Thursday against New Zealand.

Pakistan: At least 65 dead in four days due to floods (VIDEO)

2024-04-17T15:29+0200famagusta (en)

Τουλάχιστον 65 άνθρωποι έχασαν τη ζωή τους εξαιτίας των πλημμυρών που προκλήθηκαν από καταρρακτώδεις βροχές για τέσσερις ημέρες στο Πακιστάν, όπου ο όγκος των βροχοπτώσεων από τις αρχές Απριλίου είναι ο διπλάσιος από τον συνηθισμένο για τον μήνα αυτόν, ανακοίνωσαν σήμερα οι πακιστανικές αρχές.

70 killed as Afghanistan hit by heavy rains

2024-04-17T15:29+0200brecorder (en)

Afghan people wait to cross a flooded area in Spin Boldak district of Kandahar province on April 13, 2024, after a flash flood following a heavy rainfall. Photo: AFP. KABUL: Around 70 people have been killed by heavy rains lashing Afghanistan over the past five days, the government’s disaster management department said Wednesday.

City mayor visits flood affected areas

2024-04-17T15:23+0200urdupoint (en)

Mayor Peshawar, Haji Zubair Ali on Wednesday visited flood affected areas of provincial metropolis and distributed relief goods among affectees. PESHAWAR, (UrduPoint / Pakistan Point News - 17th Apr, 2024) Mayor Peshawar , Haji Zubair Ali on Wednesday visited flood affected areas of provincial....

Governor chairs meeting of PRCS, discuss relief activities in flood affected areas

2024-04-17T15:08+0200app-en (en)

PESHAWAR, Apr 17 (APP):Governor Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Haji Ghulam Ali here Wednesday chaired a meeting of Pakistan Red Crescent Society (PRCS) and discussed ongoing relief work for flood affected people. The meeting was attended by Chairman PRCS settled areas, Habib Malik and Chairman PRCS , merged areas, Imran Wazir.

PDMA issues flood alert due to melting of glaciers in KP

2024-04-17T15:08+0200app-en (en)

PESHAWAR, Apr 17 (APP): Provincial Disaster Management Authority (PDMA) Wednesday issued flood alert due to the melting of glaciers in several districts of the province. A statement issued by the office of Director General PDMA Khyber Pakhtunkhwa said that flood situation got worsen in nine....

Pakistan: Flash Floods Flash Update No.1 (As of 17 April 2024)

2024-04-17T14:00+0200reliefWeb (en)

HIGHLIGHTS. • Between 12 and 16 April, persistent heavy rainfall and lightning resulted in the tragic loss of 53 lives, with over 50 people sustaining injuries and more than 1,400 houses damaged across Pakistan . • The Provincial Disaster Management Authority (PDMA), Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) recorded....

Death Toll From 4 Days Of Rains Rises To 63 In Pakistan With More Rain On The Forecast

2024-04-17T13:25+0200menafn (en)

- The Peninsula) AP. Peshawar, Pakistan : Lightning and heavy rains led to 14 deaths in Pakistan, officials said Wednesday, bringing the death toll from four days of extreme weather to at least 63, as the heaviest downpour in decades flooded villages on the country's southwestern coast.

Death toll from 4 days of rains rises to 63 in Pakistan with more rain on the forecast

2024-04-17T13:10+0200thepeninsulaqatar (en)

Peshawar, Pakistan : Lightning and heavy rains led to 14 deaths in Pakistan, officials said Wednesday, bringing the death toll from four days of extreme weather to at least 63, as the heaviest downpour in decades flooded villages on the country's southwestern coast. Flash floods have also killed dozens of people in neighboring Afghanistan.

Más de 100 personas han muerto en Pakistán y Afganistán mientras inundaciones repentinas y fuertes lluvias azotan la región

2024-04-17T12:37+0200cwv (es)

En los últimos días, lluvias fuera de temporada han azotado a Pakistán y Afganistán, matando a más de 100 personas en los países vecinos, dijeron las autoridades. En Afganistán, las fuertes lluvias e inundaciones en 23 provincias mataron a 66 personas e hirieron a otras 36, según informes....

Dubai flights cancelled and diverted as heavy rainfall sweeps through UAE

2024-04-17T12:14+0200independent-UK (en)

Flights in and out of Dubai are being affected by adverse weather conditions around the UAE , leading to delays, diversions and cancellations across 16 April and 17 April. Thunder, lightning, hail and heavy rainfall have hit Dubai, with schools and government entities instructed to work from home.

'Heaviest Rainfall On Record': What Caused Unexpected Deluge In Dessert City Of Dubai

2024-04-17T10:53+0200timesnownews (en)

The United Arab Emirates (UAE) on Tuesday experienced the heaviest rains ever recorded in the country. Over the course of a few hours, various segments of Dubai experienced heavy flooding. According to a report by the Associated Press (AP), the rains in Dubai flooded out portions of highways and the Dubai International Airport.

Unstable Weather Leads To Flight Delays At DXB...

2024-04-17T09:34+0200menafn (en)

- Bangladesh Monitor) Abu Dhabi: Flights in and out of Dubai are being affected by adverse weather conditions around the UAE, leading to delays, diversions and cancellations across 16 April and 17 April. Thunder, lightning, hail and heavy rainfall have hit Dubai, with schools and government entities instructed to work from home.

Due recent rains, flood risk of spreading dengue cases in KP

2024-04-17T08:58+0200urdupoint (en)

PESHAWAR, (UrduPoint / Pakistan Point News - 17th Apr, 2024) Due to the recent and floods, the risk of dengue spread in the province has increased and for this, the health department has prepared an action plan to prevent dengue , and a letter in this connection has been sent to the Chief Secretary for approval.

Dubai Rains: Over A Year's Worth Of Rainfall In 24 Hours, Airport Flooded, Flights Cancelled | Details Inside

2024-04-17T05:58+0200outlookindia (en)

As per reports, Dubai International Airport received a total of 160 mm of rain in 24 hours while in general, Dubai City is known to record about 88.9 mm of rain in a year. Incessant rainfall has also inundated several roads and homes. Within a short window of only twenty-four hours, Dubai on....

AKP puts disaster management teams on high alert in calamity hit areas

2024-04-17T04:38+0200thenews-pk (en)

ISLAMABAD: The Al-khidmat Foundation Pakistan (AKP) has put disaster management teams on high alert in parts of country which have been badly hit by flood caused by torrential rains elsewhere and land-sliding in northern areas. The spokesman of AKP on Tuesday said that teams of AKP have been busy in....

Imran didn't lose cipher copy, it went missing from PM's Office, IHC told

2024-04-17T04:38+0200thenews-pk (en)

ISLAMABAD: Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) founder Imran Khan’s counsel Barrister Salman Safdar has told the Islamabad High Court (IHC) that Khan had not lost the cipher’s copy but it had gone missing from the Prime Minister’s Office. The cipher’s copy had been entrusted to Azam Khan, who was also responsible for securing it.

Asia and the Pacific: Weekly Regional Humanitarian Snapshot (9 - 15 April 2024)

2024-04-16T19:10+0200unocha (en)

PAKISTAN. Between 12 and 15 April, persistent heavy rains and lightning resulted in the tragic loss of 42 human lives, with over 50 people sustaining injuries and more than 300 houses damaged across Pakistan . According to reports from the Provincial Disaster Management Authority (PDMA), Khyber....

Russia orders fresh evacuations in Siberia over flood fears

2024-04-16T18:23+0200urdupoint (en)

Russia on Tuesday began fresh evacuations from towns and villages in western Siberia threatened by devastating floods, as Kazakh leader Kassym-Jomart Tokayev met with people evacuated from rising water on his side of the border. Moscow, (APP - UrduPoint / Pakistan Point News - 16th Apr, 2024)....

PPAF stands with People of Gwadar, distributes rations to 400 families of flood victims: Nadir

2024-04-16T17:23+0200urdupoint (en)

Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of PPAF, Nadir Gul Bareach has said that in response to the destructive floods that have wreaked havoc in Gwadar district. QUETTA, (UrduPoint / Pakistan Point News - 16th Apr, 2024) Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of PPAF, Nadir Gul Bareach has said that in response to....

OIC Secretary General offers condolences to Oman over flood victims

2024-04-16T16:13+0200urdupoint (en)

Secretary-General of the Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) Hissein Taha has offered his condolences to the Sultanate of Oman for the tragic loss of life and injuries sustained by dozens of citizens due to the devastating floods that struck the state of Al-Mudhaibi.

Karachi to receive another heavy rain spell this week

2024-04-16T15:31+0200arynews (en)

KARACHI: The Pakistan Meteorological Department has forecasted another heavy spell of rain in Karachi later this week, ARY News reported. As per the latest development, another rain system is ready to impact the western regions of Pakistan starting from tonight, expected to bring stormy rains once again to Balochistan and Khyber Pakhtunkhwa region.

At least 66 killed in Afghanistan as heavy rains set off flash floods

2024-04-16T15:29+0200TheFrontierPost-en (en)

by The Frontier Post Kabul (Arabnews): Extreme rainfall in Afghanistan and devastating flash floods have killed at least 66 people and damaged homes, infrastructure, and farmlands across most of the country’s provinces, authorities said on Tuesday. The storms, which started over the weekend, are....

Asia and the Pacific: Weekly Regional Humanitarian Snapshot (9 - 15 April 2024)

2024-04-16T15:25+0200reliefWeb (en)

PAKISTAN. Between 12 and 15 April, persistent heavy rains and lightning resulted in the tragic loss of 42 human lives, with over 50 people sustaining injuries and more than 300 houses damaged across Pakistan . According to reports from the Provincial Disaster Management Authority (PDMA), Khyber....

Climate Tech’s Migration Opportunity

2024-04-16T13:45+0200forbes (en)

There could be over 1 billion climate migrants by 2050, according to the Institute for Economics and Peace. Extreme weather events, scarcity of water and food, conflict, as well as infrastructure and employment loss will displace many within their own countries, while others will have to leave their countries entirely.

Relief Items

2024-04-16T13:40+0200app-en (en)

APP86-270822 PESHAWAR: APP87-270822 PESHAWAR: August 27 - UNHCR is mobilizing to provide relief items such as tents and other non food stuff to flood affected refugees in KP. APP photo by Shaheryar Anjum ISLAMABAD, Jan 8 (APP): Chairman National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) Lieutenant....

Death toll in Pakistan flood rises to 39, urban flood emergency imposed in Quetta

2024-04-16T13:05+0200timesofoman (en)

Quetta : As the heavy rains continue to lash several provinces of Pakistan , the death toll rose to 39, with 21 alone in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, while the Balochistan government has imposed an "urban flood emergency" in Quetta, Dawn reported. The heavy rains accompanied by thunderstorms have lashed....

Pakistan - Severe weather, update (media) (ECHO Daily Flash of 16 April 2024)

2024-04-16T12:46+0200reliefWeb (en)

Heavy rainfall, strong winds and thunderstorms continue to affect Pakistan , leading to severe weather-related incidents, casualties and damage. According to media, as of 15 April, at least 49 people died across Pakistan, including 21 in northwest and in eastern Punjab Province mainly due to....

Another spell of heavy rainfall expected in Hazara division from Wednesday

2024-04-16T11:35+0200urdupoint (en)

ABBOTTABAD, (UrduPoint / Pakistan Point News - 16th Apr, 2024) The Meteorological Department Tuesday has issued a forecast predicting intermittent heavy rainfall accompanied by thunder and lightning 21. In response, the district administrations of the region have directed all departments to take....

PMD reports 21 deaths amid heavy rains in KP

2024-04-16T10:33+0200thenews-pk (en)

PESHAWAR: As Khyber Pakhtunkhwa reels from the recent spell of heavy rains, the Provincial Disaster Management Authority (PDMA) has said that at least 21 people, including nine children and three women, have been killed in various incidents across the province.

21 killed in heavy rains across KP: PDMA

2024-04-16T09:56+0200geo-tv (en)

Heavy rains destroy 53 houses, damage 277 others across province. PMD reports as many as 330 incidents of roof, wall collapses in KP. Says relief supplies including tents, blankets, provided to affectees. PESHAWAR: Khyber Pakhtunkhwa's Provincial Disaster Management Authority (PDMA) has said that....

Pak floods: Death toll rose to 39, with 21 in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa; urban flood emergency imposed in Quetta

2024-04-16T08:27+0200myanmarnews (en)

Quetta [ Pakistan ], April 16 (ANI): As the heavy rains continue to lash several provinces of Pakistan, the death toll rose to 39, with 21 alone in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, while the Balochistan government has imposed an "urban flood emergency" in Quetta, Dawn reported.

Pak floods: Death toll rose to 39, with 21 in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa; urban flood emergency imposed in Quetta

2024-04-16T07:48+0200devdiscourse (en)

As the heavy rains continue to lash several provinces of Pakistan , the death toll rose to 39, with 21 alone in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, while the Balochistan government has imposed an "urban flood emergency" in Quetta, Dawn reported. The heavy rains accompanied by thunderstorms have lashed several parts....

Balochistan faces wrath of devastating flash floods, rainfall

2024-04-16T07:44+0200arynews (en)

QUETTA: Rainfall played havoc with various parts of Balochistan as flash floods hit several districts of the southwestern province, ARY News reported on Tuesday. Harnai and adjoining areas experience flooding in local rivers and nullahs as land link with several areas severed.

World News | Pak Floods: Death Toll Rose to 39, with 21 in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa; Urban Flood Emergency Imposed in Quetta

2024-04-16T07:02+0200latestly (en)

Quetta [ Pakistan ], April 16 (ANI): As the heavy rains continue to lash several provinces of Pakistan, the death toll rose to 39, with 21 alone in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, while the Balochistan government has imposed an "urban flood emergency" in Quetta, Dawn reported.

Pak: 21 deaths in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa floods

2024-04-16T06:54+0200aninews (en)

Pak floods: Death toll rose to 39, with 21 in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa; urban flood emergency imposed in Quetta. ANI | Updated: Apr 16, 2024 10:22 IST. ">Quetta ], April 16 (ANI): As the heavy rain s continue to lash several provinces of Pakistan , the death toll rose to 39, with 21 alone in Khyber....

Another four die in KP amid more rain forecast

2024-04-16T03:17+0200nation (en)

PESHAWAR/ISLAMABAD - At least four members of a family died when the roof of their dilapidated house collapsed on them amid heavy rains in the Luqman Banda area of Dir Lower on early Monday. Rescue workers said that after hectic efforts of around five hours, the bodies of four family members were recovered from the debris of the house.

Another four die in KP amid more rain forecast

2024-04-16T03:15+0200nation-pk (en)

PESHAWAR/ISLAMABAD - At least four members of a family died when the roof of their dilapidated house collapsed on them amid heavy rains in the Luqman Banda area of Dir Lower on early Monday. Rescue workers said that after hectic efforts of around five hours, the bodies of four family members were recovered from the debris of the house.

Lightning, rains kill 36 people as authorities declare emergency in southwest Pakistan

2024-04-15T23:41+0200dailytimesPK (en)

Lightning and heavy rains have killed at least 36 people, mostly farmers, across Pakistan in the past three days, officials said Monday, as authorities in the country’s southwest declared a state of emergency. Most of the deaths occurred when lightning struck farmers harvesting wheat and rains....

Russia says 'colossal' amount of river water approaching Siberian city

2024-04-15T19:27+0200urdupoint (en)

Moscow, (APP - UrduPoint / Pakistan Point News - 15th Apr, 2024) Russian authorities said on Monday that a "colossal" amount of river was flowing fast towards the west Siberian city of Kurgan and called for the immediate evacuation of some districts. and Kazakhstan have been battling devastating....

Emergency flood control room setup at CM Secretariat

2024-04-15T17:20+0200urdupoint (en)

PESHAWAR, (UrduPoint / Pakistan Point News - 15th Apr, 2024) Keeping in view of the possible flood situation due to ongoing spell of torrential in the province, "Emergency Flood Control Room" has been established at Chief Minister 's Secretariat, with the purpose to coordinate with relevant....

World News | Pak: 4 More Dies in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Floods; Urban Flood Emergency Imposed in Quetta

2024-04-15T15:41+0200latestly (en)

Quetta [ Pakistan ], April 15 (ANI): As the heavy rains continue to lash in several provinces of Pakistan, four more people have died in rain-related incidents in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, while the Balochistan government has imposed an "urban flood emergency" in Quetta, reported Dawn.

Pakistan Pak: 4 more dies in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa floods; urban flood emergency imposed in Quetta

2024-04-15T15:36+0200devdiscourse (en)

Pak: 4 more dies in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa floods; urban flood emergency imposed in Quetta As the heavy rains continue to lash in several provinces of Pakistan , four more people have died in rain-related incidents in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, while the Balochistan government has imposed an "urban flood emergency" in Quetta, reported Dawn.

Health department to set up medical camps in flood affected areas

2024-04-15T14:40+0200urdupoint (en)

PESHAWAR, (UrduPoint / Pakistan Point News - 15th Apr, 2024) The Health Department of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa has announced setting up of medical camps in all the areas affected by floods in the province. According to a press release issued here on Monday, Health Department issued directives for medical check up of residents of affected areas.

Pakistan Weather Forecast: Schools Shut Due to Rain Threat!

2024-04-15T13:34+0200bolnews (en)

Due to expected rainstorms, schools in Balochistan will remain closed today and tomorrow. The Meteorological Department warns of heavy rain in Karachi on April 17. Water accumulation on Quetta roads has prompted action from the Chief Minister of Balochistan.

4 more killed in KP, urban flood emergency imposed in Quetta as rains continue

2024-04-15T13:25+0200dawn (en)

on Sunday — six in KP , four in Punjab and two in Balochistan. Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif said he had directed the chairman of the National Disaster Management Authority to coordinate with all the provinces on the rain situation. PM Shehbaz chairs a meeting in Islamabad. — DawnNewsTV.

Divisional administration on alert during current rains: Commissioner

2024-04-15T13:18+0200urdupoint (en)

DERA ISMAIL KHAN, (UrduPoint / Pakistan Point News - 15th Apr, 2024) Commissioner Dera Zafarul islam has said the divisional administration is on alert to deal with any emergency situation during the current in the region. Speaking to the media here, he said the district administrations of DI Khan,....

Real-Life Sardar Ka Grandson: Pakistan Man Receives Special Gift From His Ancestral Village In India

2024-04-15T12:40+0200news18 (en)

The 1947 partition that split the Indian subcontinent into two separate nations, India and Pakistan , was marked by one of the most massive mass migrations in the history of mankind. Many families left their treasures behind before packing up their necessary items and starting the journey to India or....

Rain Related Incidents Claim 24 Lives Across Pakistan

2024-04-14T13:26+0200menafn (en)

- Kuwait News Agency (KUNA)) ISLAMABAD, April 14 (KUNA) -- At least 24 people lost their lives and several others received injuries across Pakistan as downpour continued to lash three provinces of the country in the last 48 hours. Lightning strikes and heavy rains killed 17 people in eastern Punjab....

Lightning kills 24 as heavy rains batter Balochistan, Punjab

2024-04-14T07:31+0200dailytimesPK (en)

At least 24 people were killed after lightning struck in Balochistan and Punjab as heavy rains hit the provinces, officials said Saturday, with more downpour is expected to hit the country. Amid the heavy rainfall, lightning claimed 16 lives in South Punjab and 8 in different areas of the Balochistan.

Lightning kills 24 as heavy rains batter Balochistan, Punjab

2024-04-14T05:18+0200thenews-pk (en)

ISLAMABAD: At least 24 people were killed as lightning struck in Balochistan and Punjab after heavy rains hit the provinces, officials said Saturday, with more downpour expected to hit the country. Amid the heavy rainfall, lightning claimed 16 lives in south Punjab and 8 in different areas of Balochistan.

Roads washed away in Chitral as heavy rain causes flooding – Pakistan

2024-04-13T16:48+0200exbulletin (en)

Deputy Commissioner Chitral said that rain continues so far in Lower Chitral district and its suburbs. In light of the orders of Deputy Commissioner Lower Chitral Muhammad Imran Khan, operational departments are on alert. Traffic is affected at various locations due to increased flood water levels and landslides in Nullas.

PDMA heavy machinery reaches pishin to mitigate flood impact

2024-04-13T13:06+0200urdupoint (en)

QUETTA, (UrduPoint / Pakistan Point News - 13th Apr, 2024) Heavy machinery dispatched by the Provincial Disaster Management Authority (PDMA) has reached District to mitigate impact. "PDMA Balochistan 's deployment of heavy machinery, including excavators, V loaders, and a grader, is a strategic....

Flood water swept away roads in Chitral due to heavy rains

2024-04-13T12:46+0200urdupoint (en)

PESHAWAR, (UrduPoint / Pakistan Point News - 13th Apr, 2024) Heavy rain hit hard resulting roads swept away by closing city and a girl child was injured and was shifted to District Headquarters Hospital, Deputy Commissioner men here on Saturday. He stated that heavy machinery was working on the....

At least 11 killed by lightning in Balochistan, Punjab

2024-04-13T11:06+0200thenews-pk (en)

Lightning has killed at least 11 people in Balochistan and Punjab as torrential rains battered the provinces, officials said on Saturday. Two youths Farid Ahmed and Jabir Ahmed, while sitting in a garden of Tanak area in Surab district, died as soon as lightning struck them, while one other person got wounded in the incident.

Lightning kills 2 as heavy rains batter Balochistan

2024-04-13T10:09+0200geo-tv (en)

At least two people were killed in lightning incidents in Surab and Pishin districts of Balochistan as heavy rains hit the province after westerly waves entered here, officials said. Rains, thunderstorms, and dusty winds have affected almost the entire province, including Quetta where it rained....

Three killed in lightning incidents as heavy rains batter Balochistan

2024-04-13T09:58+0200geo-tv (en)

At least three people were killed in lightning incidents in Surab and Pishin districts of Balochistan as heavy rains hit the province after westerly waves entered here, Geo News reported. Rains, thunderstorms and dusty winds have affected almost the entire province including Quetta where it rained....

Three killed by lightning as rain lashes Balochistan

2024-04-13T03:59+0200dawn (en)

QUETTA: Three people were killed by lightning strikes and two others were injured during heavy torrential rain and thunderstorms, which lashed Quetta and 20 districts of Balochistan on Friday, prompting the provincial government to issue a high alert. The new spell of heavy rain entered the province....

World News | At Least 13 People Are Killed and an Estimated 15,000 Displaced by Flooding in Kenya

2024-04-13T00:57+0200latestly (en)

Nairobi (Kenya), Apr 13 (AP) Heavy rains pounding different parts of Kenya have led to the deaths of at least 13 people and displaced some 15,000, the United Nations said, as forecasters warned more rains can be expected until June. The U.N Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs, citing....

Cartoon: 13 April, 2024

2024-04-13T00:36+0200dawn (en)

Rebuilding Alliance, in partnership with the World Food Programme, has teamed up with local chefs to serve hot meals to displaced Palestinians in Gaza. Germany has expressed little concern over the devastating impact of the Gaza war on Palestinians. The state has to address barriers that stand in....

Balochistan, parts of Pakistan brace for heavy rains, flash flood during Eid

2024-04-12T10:29+0200dailypakistan (en)

QUETTA People in Pakistan are currently enjoying a prolonged break of the year, soaking in Eidul Fitr festivities with scattered rains in some regions. In its fresh advisory, Met Office forecasted heavy rains in various regions of Balochistan province including the provincial capital Quetta which already received rainfall.

Kazakh town evacuates after worst flood in decades

2024-04-11T17:06+0200urdupoint (en)

Pokrovka, (APP - UrduPoint / Pakistan Point News - 11th Apr, 2024) Rescuers on dinghies float down inundated streets in the Kazakhstan town of Pokrovka, knocking on the windows of houses to make sure inhabitants have escaped the worst floods seen in decades.

US may intervene to help Israel defend itself from Iranian attack, officials say

2024-04-11T16:48+0200irishexaminer (en)

The US may intervene to help Israel defend itself from an Iranian missile attack, its officials said on Thursday, raising the possibility of a direct confrontation not only between Iran and Israel, but also between Iran and the US. US officials briefed the Qatar-based broadcaster Al Jazeera that the....

Ramazan rush: Over 4 lakh beggars flood Karachi streets; crime spikes

2024-04-10T15:57+0200myanmarnews (en)

Karachi [ Pakistan ], April 10 (ANI): Beggars have started pouring into Karachi from the smaller towns and villages of the country during the holy month of Ramazan, giving rise to street crimes, Geo News reported. Additional Inspector General (AIG) Karachi, Imran Yaqoob Minhas, shed light on a....

World News | Ramazan Rush: Over 4 Lakh Beggars Flood Karachi Streets; Crime Spikes

2024-04-10T14:17+0200latestly (en)

Karachi [ Pakistan ], April 10 (ANI): Beggars have started pouring into Karachi from the smaller towns and villages of the country during the holy month of Ramazan, giving rise to street crimes, Geo News reported. Additional Inspector General (AIG) Karachi, Imran Yaqoob Minhas, shed light on a....

World News | Water Levels Rise and Homes Flood in Russia After a Dam Bursts Near the Kazakhstan Border

2024-04-10T14:02+0200latestly (en)

Moscow, Apr 10 (AP) Russian officials scrambled to help homeowners displaced by floods as water levels rose in the Ural River, authorities said Wednesday. Floods in the Orenburg region near Russia's border with Kazakhstan sparked the evacuation of thousands of people following the collapse of a dam on Saturday.

Ramazan rush: Over 4 lakh beggars flood Karachi streets

2024-04-10T13:59+0200aninews (en)

; crime spikes. ANI | Updated: Apr 10, 2024 17:27 IST. [ Pakistan ], April 10 (ANI): Beggars have started pouring into Karachi from the smaller towns and villages of the country during the holy month of Ramazan , giving rise to street crimes, Geo News reported.

New Zealand report highlights natural assets' role to people, economy

2024-04-10T09:55+0200urdupoint (en)

WELLINGTON, (APP - UrduPoint / Pakistan Point News - 10th Apr, 2024) A Wednesday report showed how the ways land was used had wide-ranging effects on diverse ecosystems and the biodiversity they support. The report, a three-yearly update about the state of land in New Zealand , highlighted natural....

Cartoon: 10 April, 2024

2024-04-10T00:05+0200dawn (en)

The targets will be difficult for the centre to attain without provincial buy-in and ownership of reforms. China being the elephant in the room is not a fact that Modi readily acknowledges. The next IMF programme will be far tougher than any other Pakistan has embarked on in the past.

food packages

2024-04-09T19:59+0200app-en (en)

ISLAMABAD, Mar 18 (APP):In a gesture of solidarity and compassion, the Qatar Charity (QC) Pakistan has distributed 1800 Ramadan food packages across several districts of Balochistan province to support and uplift the deserving families during the holy month.

Relief Package

2024-04-09T17:05+0200app-en (en)

MULTAN, Mar 24 (APP):Utility Stores Corporation (USC) achieved about 60 percent sale target so far across the region under PM Ramazan Relief Package. Regional Manager USC Multan, Chaudhary Sajjad Hussain, while talking to APP on Sunday said that the PM Ramazan Relief package 2024 was underway....

Internet services disrupted in parts of country: Downdetector

2024-04-09T10:04+0200dawn (en)

Internet services were disrupted in parts of the country on Tuesday, according to Downdetector. Downdetector, which tracks outages by collating status reports from several sources including users, showed that users reported issues with the services of three internet service providers — (PTCL), , and — shortly after noon.

Greek valley that became a lake stirs drought debate

2024-04-09T08:25+0200urdupoint (en)

Lake Karla, (APP - UrduPoint / Pakistan Point News - 9th Apr, 2024) Gracefully rising above a din of croaking frogs as the sun sets, a pelican flies over Lake Karla, one the largest inland expanses of to remedy drought , the lake is now triple its normal size after deadly floods last year.

PRCS, IFRC distribute livestock among flood-affected families

2024-04-09T05:26+0200pakobserver (en)

To support the livelihoods of the communities affected by the 2022 floods, the Pakistan Red Crescent Society (PRCS), in collaboration with the International Federation of the Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC), had successfully completed the distribution process of buffaloes in Sindh and Balochistan areas.

PRCS, IFRC distribute livestock among flood-affected families

2024-04-09T03:58+0200nation-pk (en)

ISLAMABAD - To support the livelihoods of the communities affected by the 2022 floods, the Pakistan Red Crescent Society (PRCS), in collaboration with the International Federation of the Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC), had successfully completed distribution process of buffaloes in Sindh and Balochistan areas.

PRCS, IFRC distribute livestock among flood-affected families

2024-04-09T03:51+0200nation (en)

ISLAMABAD - To support the livelihoods of the communities affected by the 2022 floods, the Pakistan Red Crescent Society (PRCS), in collaboration with the International Federation of the Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC), had successfully completed distribution process of buffaloes in Sindh and Balochistan areas.

PRCS, IFRC distribute livestock among flood victim families

2024-04-09T03:45+0200thenews-pk (en)

Islamabad: To support the livelihoods of the communities affected by the 2022 floods, the Pakistan Red Crescent Society (PRCS), in collaboration with the International Federation of the Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC), had successfully completed the distribution process of buffaloes in....

PRCS, IFRC distribute livestock among flood-affected families in Sindh, Balochistan

2024-04-09T03:28+0200nation (en)

ISLAMABAD - To support the livelihoods of the communities affected by the 2022 floods, the Pakistan Red Crescent Society (PRCS), in collaboration with the International Federation of the Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC), had successfully completed the distribution process of buffaloes in Sindh and Balochistan areas.

PRCS, IFRC distribute livestock among flood-affected families in Sindh, Balochistan

2024-04-09T03:25+0200nation-pk (en)

ISLAMABAD - To support the livelihoods of the communities affected by the 2022 floods, the Pakistan Red Crescent Society (PRCS), in collaboration with the International Federation of the Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC), had successfully completed the distribution process of buffaloes in Sindh and Balochistan areas.

PRCS, IFRC distribute livestock among flood-affected families in Sindh, Balochistan

2024-04-08T17:29+0200app-en (en)

ISLAMABAD, April 08 (APP):To support the livelihoods of the communities affected by the 2022 floods, the Pakistan Red Crescent Society (PRCS), in collaboration with the International Federation of the Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC), had successfully completed the distribution process of buffaloes in Sindh and Balochistan areas.

Over 60% population residing disaster-prone lacks knowledge on catastrophic climate impacts: Report

2024-04-08T15:55+0200urdupoint (en)

ISLAMABAD, (UrduPoint / Pakistan Point News - 8th Apr, 2024) A recent survey-based research report launched on Monday here revealed that 60.7% of the population residing disaster-prone or vulnerable to climate impacts lacked knowledge on cataclysmic impacts on environmental degradation triggering serious natural disasters.

PRCS and IFRC distribute buffaloes among flood-affected families of Sindh, Baluchistan

2024-04-08T14:18+0200urdupoint (en)

ISLAMABAD, (UrduPoint / Pakistan Point News - 8th Apr, 2024) To support the livelihoods of the communities affected by the 2022 monsoon floods, the Pakistan Red Crescent Society (PRCS), in collaboration with the International Federation of the Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC), has....

PRCS, IFRC distribute livestock among flood-affected families in Sindh, Balochistan

2024-04-08T13:47+0200urdupoint (en)

ISLAMABAD, (UrduPoint / Pakistan Point News - 8th Apr, 2024) To support the livelihoods of the communities affected by the 2022 floods, the Pakistan Red Crescent Society (PRCS), in collaboration with the International Federation of the Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC), had successfully....

ECW-First Emergency Response, Learning Conference Report-By Acted

2024-04-08T07:17+0200reliefWeb (en)

Executive Summary. The devastating August 2022 flood severely impacted education in Pakistan , leading to the destruction of 30,389 schools, with many serving as shelters. The First Emergency Response (FER) 2022 Project, funded by Education Cannot Wait aims to support 82,480 children in some of the....

Gwadar gets early warning system

2024-04-08T04:13+0200dawn (en)

GWADAR: China has provided equipment of early warning system (EWS) to Gwadar port to help mitigate detrimental impacts of natural disasters like catastrophic flood and torrential rain, according to a report released by the information ministry on Sunday.

Russian flood situation 'critical' in Orsk after burst dam

2024-04-07T12:51+0200urdupoint (en)

Moscow, (APP - UrduPoint / Pakistan Point News - 7th Apr, 2024) A major in the city of Orsk that forced several thousand people to evacuate after a dam burst has created a "critical" situation, Emergency Situations Minister Alexander Kurenkov said on "A critical situation has developed in the city....

Sunderbans to Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, climate change is altering population level disease profiles

2024-04-07T11:53+0200TheFrontierPost-en (en)

KULTALI/PESHAWAR: It is one of the most stunning geographies in the world, home to the Royal Bengal Tiger. It is also home to over 4 million people who have been at the forefront of the climate change battle. As water level is rise and frequent cyclones destroy lives and livelihoods, people in this....

China provides equipment of early warning system to Gwadar port

2024-04-07T11:42+0200nation (en)

China has provided equipment of early warning system to Gwadar port to help mitigate detrimental impacts of natural disasters like catastrophic flood and torrential rain. The collaboration between China Meteorological Administration and PMD is a part of boosting China Pakistan Economic Corridor’s....

China provides equipment of early warning system to Gwadar port

2024-04-07T11:39+0200nation-pk (en)

China has provided equipment of early warning system to Gwadar port to help mitigate detrimental impacts of natural disasters like catastrophic flood and torrential rain. The collaboration between China Meteorological Administration and PMD is a part of boosting China Pakistan Economic Corridor’s....

Heavy rainfall, floods cause significant property damage in Australia's NSW

2024-04-07T10:40+0200urdupoint (en)

SYDNEY, (APP - UrduPoint / Pakistan Point News - 7th Apr, 2024) Heavy rainfall across the Australian state of New South Wales (NSW) last Friday night and subsequent floods had caused significant property damage in the state. The NSW State Emergency Service (SES) said in a statement on Sunday morning....

KVDA distributed 4000 complimentary saplings among students of Kalash Valley

2024-04-07T08:30+0200urdupoint (en)

CHITRAL, (UrduPoint / Pakistan Point News - 7th Apr, 2024) Kalash Valley Development Authority, distributed free saplings among the students of Government High School Bron Bomburit in order to make the area green. Director General KVDA Minhasuddin was the guest on this occasion.

China provides equipment of early warning system to Gwadar port

2024-04-07T07:53+0200arynews (en)

China has provided equipment of early warning system to Gwadar port to help mitigate detrimental impacts of natural disasters like catastrophic flood and torrential rain. The collaboration between China Meteorological Administration and PMD is a part of boosting China Pakistan Economic Corridor’s....

China provides equipment of early warning system to Gwadar port Top Stories

2024-04-07T05:38+0200radio-pk (en)

China has provided equipment of early warning system to Gwadar port to help mitigate detrimental impacts of natural disasters like catastrophic flood and torrential rain. The collaboration between China Meteorological Administration and PMD is a part of boosting China Pakistan Economic Corridor's....

Steps must be taken for promotion of agriculture sector in Balochistan: Qadir

2024-04-07T03:11+0200nation-pk (en)

QUETTA - Chairman Standing Committee for Petroleum and Resources, Senator Muhammad Abdul Qadir on Saturday said measures would be taken for development of agriculture and livestock sectors in Balochistan as its people depended on minerals, agriculture and livestock sectors so it was the larges province of Pakistan in terms of area.