BANNU: A Tragedy struck in Bannu district when a lightning strike caused a rooftop collapse, claiming the lives of two women. The incident occurred in the Khorgai Mosikhel area of tehsil Domel during a rainstorm, according to local officials. Seven others were injured in the disaster and were rushed to Khalifa Gul Nawaz hospital in Bannu for medical treatment. In a separate incident, heavy rainfall in Azad Kashmir’s Bhimber and Samahini areas caused flooding in low-lying areas, overflowing local drains and nullahs. The local administration has issued a cautionary warning to nearby residents in Bhimber to exercise vigilance during the…
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PESAWAR: Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Chief Minister Ali Amin Khan Gandapur chaired a meeting to finalize arrangements for the highly anticipated Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insafe (PTI) public rally in Islamabad on August 22. Attendees included national and provincial assembly members, as well as divisional party leaders in a separate meeting. CM Gandapur urged party leaders to mobilize a large turnout, emphasizing the importance of bringing face masks to ensure a peaceful event. He declared, “The time has come to hold the government accountable for its injustices against us.” Gandapur announced that transportation for the Insaf Student Federation (ISF) would be provided by the party…
In Yazd, Iran, a tragic bus accident claimed at least 35 lives and left 15 others injured. The bus, carrying Pakistani pilgrims, overturned and caught fire near the Taftan-Dehshir checkpoint. Initial reports suggest 30 people died at the scene and five more later at the hospital. The Iranian news agency Mehr reported 28 fatalities. The bus, with 53 passengers including 14 women, was en route to Arbaeen when the incident occurred. The convoy, which included two buses, had one bus involved in the crash while the other lagged behind due to paperwork issues. The crisis management director for Yazd confirmed…
The Taliban government in Afghanistan has fired more than 280 security personnel for not having beards. This action comes after the Taliban took over the government and issued new guidelines for all civil servants. The guidelines made it mandatory for government employees not to shave their beards and to wear local dress. In its ongoing directives, the Taliban government emphasized the importance of adhering to these rules. On Tuesday, the Ministry of Peace and Justice, in its annual report, announced that over 280 members of the security forces were dismissed for failing to comply with the beard policy. Muhaibullah Makhlis,…
India’s Supreme Court has set up a national task force to improve safety for healthcare workers after a doctor was raped and murdered, leading to widespread protests and strikes. The task force will develop a plan to prevent violence in hospitals and ensure safer working conditions. The court emphasized that the crime has deeply shocked the nation and highlighted the need for better security and protective measures for medical professionals.
Karachi: Due to the recent monkeypox outbreak, the Federal Ministry of Health has set strict rules for international airports in the country. These rules include screening passengers, isolating those who may be infected, and taking other preventive actions to stop the virus from spreading. The ministry’s notice from August 18 mentioned that the World Health Organization (WHO) has called the monkeypox outbreak a global health emergency. It said that to prevent the virus from spreading internationally, all international airports in Pakistan must follow strict safety measures.” The ministry’s procedures require checking the health of passengers and crew members when they…
Sajal Aly might be starring in a new movie called Fauji alongside Indian superstar Prabhas, according to reports from Filmfare. The movie is expected to start filming on August 24 in Hyderabad, India. While there’s been a lot of talk about Aly’s involvement, there hasn’t been any official confirmation yet. The film is said to be directed by Hanu Raghavapudi and will be set in the pre-independence era, packed with action and drama. Filmfare mentioned that Aly could be playing the lead role with Prabhas, who recently starred in the global hit Kalki 2898 AD. Aly, known for her Bollywood…
SLAMABAD: Federal Minister Attaullah Tarar said on Monday that he doesn’t think PTI will be granted permission for their rally in Islamabad. He mentioned on media that given their past actions, it’s unlikely they’ll be allowed to hold the event. PTI leader Sher Afzal Marwat has vowed that their rally in Islamabad on August 22 will go ahead regardless of the weather or government action. He said the party is committed to holding the event peacefully and will not bring weapons or bombs. Adviser to the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Chief Minister, Barrister Muhammad Ali Saif, said Imran Khan decided to hold…
Two teenagers, aged 18 and 19, will face court in London on Friday for alleged extreme right-wing terrorism offenses. The Metropolitan Police’s Counter Terrorism Command charged them after a proactive investigation. The suspects, Rex William Henry Clark and Sofija Vinogradova, face serious charges, including preparing terrorist acts and collecting information useful for terrorism. They are in custody and will appear at Westminster Magistrates’ Court. The police emphasize that the investigation is ongoing and urge the public not to speculate, reassuring them that there is no wider threat at this time. The arrests are not directly related to recent far-right riots…
MUZAFRABAD: A moderate earthquake struck Azad Kashmir, causing widespread panic among residents. The tremors were felt in multiple areas, including Muzaffarabad, Neelum Valley, Dher Kot, Abbas Pur, and surrounding regions. According to the National Seismic Monitoring Centre, the earthquake had a magnitude of 5.3 and a depth of 20 kilometres, with its epicentre located near Sopore. The quake sent shockwaves through the region, leaving many residents shaken.”
