Punjab flood-hit areas report rise in dengue, malaria, diarrhea cases
- 29-Aug-2025
LAHORE: Epidemic diseases, including dengue, diarrhea, malaria, and skin infections, are spreading rapidly in Punjab’s flood-affected areas, ARY News reported on Friday, quoting the provincial health minister. Parts of Punjab are reeling under heavy floodwater due to the sudden discharge of water into Sultej, Ravi rivers by India. According to health officials, more than 9,000 […]
CM Maryam Nawaz orders immediate upgrades for rescue boats
- 29-Aug-2025
LAHORE: Punjab Chief Minister (CM) Maryam Nawaz has directed urgent upgrades to rescue boats operating on the Ravi River after conducting an on-site inspection while traveling on a boat. In a statement, the chief minister said that several shortcomings were identified during the inspection, which will be addressed immediately. Maryam Nawaz stressed the need to […]
NADRA temporarily shuts centers in flood-hit Punjab districts
- 29-Aug-2025
ISLAMABAD: The National Database and Registration Authority (NADRA) has announced the temporary closure of several service centers across Punjab due to heavy rains and flooding that have severely disrupted daily life in the province. According to NADRA, the step has been taken to ensure the safety of citizens and staff amid the ongoing weather emergency. […]
Floodwaters from Ravi inundate Lahore localities, displaced families take shelter on Motorway
- 29-Aug-2025
LAHORE: A flood wave from the River Ravi inundated Lahore localities, ARY News reported on Friday. As per details, the floodwaters from Ravi River entered nearby settlements, submerging several areas of Lahore, including Badru Pind, Talluq Pura, Mehna Wal, Chuhng, and Theme Park. Flood-affected residents have moved with their belongings and families to the Lahore–Islamabad […]
Punjab uses thermal drone technology to rescue floods victims
- 29-Aug-2025
Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz has lauded the Punjab Safe City Authority (PSCA) for using thermal drones to rescue Punjab flood victims, ARY News reported on Friday. With much of Punjab now under CCTV surveillance, authorities have deployed thermal imaging drone technology to support rescue and relief operations in flood-affected areas. The advanced monitoring tools were […]
Karachi likely to receive rain from August 30: PMD
- 29-Aug-2025
The Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) has forecast rain in Karachi from tomorrow (August 30) to September 2, ARY News reported. The PMD in ites forecast warned the authorities that Karachi may face possible urban flooding between August 30 and September 2. According to the meteorological department, thunderstorms with rain are expected in Islamabad from August […]