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A flood warning has been issued for the Guddu and Sukkur barrages in light of the opening of spillways at Tarbela Dam and ongoing monsoon rains, ARY News reported on Sunday. Heavy rains are lashing parts of Pakistan under monsoon season, triggering flash floods in the northern areas. According to officials, there is a possibility of low to moderate-level flooding at the barrages during the coming week. Irrigation authorities have instructed the immediate repair and continuous monitoring of weak embankments to prevent potential damage. While there is currently no direct threat to residential areas in the riverine (Katcha) regions, officials have warned that standing crops in low-lying areas may be submerged due to the rising water levels. Relevant departments have been directed to remain on alert for any emergency response. Read more: NDMA warns of flash floods ahead of new monsoon spell Earlier, the National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) issued alert ahead of the predict...

KARACHI: The death toll from the collapse of a five-storey Karachi residential building in Lyari Baghdadi area has climbed to 26, with rescue teams recovering more bodies from the rubble, according to rescue officials. In a tragic update from Karachi’s Lyari area, rescue teams have removed 95% of the debris from the collapsed residential building in the Baghdadi. According to Hameer Ahmed, in charge of Rescue 1122 South, one more body has been located under the rubble, believed to be that of a young man. Efforts are underway to retrieve it with extreme caution. Local residents believe this may be the final body trapped beneath the debris of Karachi building collapse, though authorities have received a separate report about a missing rickshaw driver. Hameer added that once the young man’s body is recovered, clearing of the remaining rubble will resume, which may provide clarity on the missing rickshaw driver’s whereabouts. Karachi six-storey residential building collapsed on the m...

Youm-e-Ashur, the tenth of Muharramul Haram, is being observed on Sunday across the country with due solemnity and respect to pay homage to the supreme sacrifice rendered by Hazrat Imam Hussain Razi Allah ho Ta’ala Anho and his devoted companions in Karbala. The unmatched sacrifice of Hazrat Imam Hussain Razi Allah ho Ta’ala Anho and his companions conveyed a powerful message of protecting the true spirit of Islam. Mourning processions will be taken out in all cities and towns of the country to remember this eternal martyrdom of the grandson of Prophet Hazrat Muhammad Rasool Allah Khatam-un-Nabiyeen Sallallahu Alaihi Wasallam. Ulema and Zakireen will highlight the bright and candid teachings of Hazrat Imam Hussain Razi Allah ho Ta’ala Anho and various aspects of Karbla tragedy. Read more: Muharram moon sighted, Ashura on July 6 Elaborate security arrangements have been made across the country to maintain law and order and avoid any untoward incident during the mourning procession...

KARACHI: Sindh Minister for Local Government Saeed Ghani said that 588 buildings in Karachi are deemed unsafe, with 456 of these located in the South District alone. Speaking during ARY News programme ‘Aitraz Hai’ , the minister said that 16 dangeour buildings have been evacuated over the past few months, though some critically unsafe ones remain occupied despite ‘efforts’ to clear them. “Forceful evictions attract criticism, but we will proceed with action against unsafe buildings regardless,” Saeed Ghani added. He said that Chief Minister Syed Murad Ali Shah has called a high-level meeting on the dangerous buildings in Karachi. Speaking on the recent collapse of a building in Karachi’s Lyari in which at least 21 person lost their lives, the local government minister said a team tried to evacuate the same building just days before the incident but the attempt he said faced resistance from the residents. “The government tries to vacate unsafe buildings after issuing notices,” he ...

RAWALPINDI: Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir, Chairman Joint Chiefs of Staff Committee, Chief of Air Staff, Chief of Naval Staff and the Armed Forces of Pakistan commemorate and pay heartfelt tribute to Captain Karnal Sher Khan Shaheed on the occasion of his 26th martyrdom anniversary. During the Kargil conflict in 1999, Captain Karnal Sher Khan Shaheed, Nishan-e-Haider, a symbol of unwavering courage and patriotism, sacrificed his life while defending the motherland with unparalleled valor. He remains an eternal source of inspiration for the Armed Forces and the nation, according to the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR). His gallant actions in the face of overwhelming odds embody the finest traditions of the Pakistan Army. Demonstrating outstanding leadership and extraordinary bravery, Captain Karnal Sher Khan Shaheed led from the front and made the ultimate sacrifice while defending the country’s sovereignty. Captain Karnal Sher Khan Shaheed’s suprem...

ISLAMABAD: The federal government has notified a 10 percent salary increase for its employees as well as those working in the armed forces and civil armed forces, ARY News reported. The federal government in budget 2025-26 had approved the increase in salaries for government employees, while pensions were raised by 10 percent. The Ministry of Finance has issued an official notification as the decision will also apply to employees hired on contract. Additionally, the Ministry of Finance released a notification for a 30 percent disparity allowance, which will benefit those employees who were previously not granted this allowance. Both the salary hike and disparity allowance will take effect from July 1, 2025, as per the notification. Earlier, the government has also issued the income tax slabs for salaried class as individuals earning up to Rs600,000 annually will be completely exempt from income tax in the budget 2025-26. In the second slab, those earning between Rs600,001 and Rs...

ISLAMABAD: Thailand offers a vibrant mix of cultural richness, with ancient temples to tourists across the world, and is becoming one of the top choices for people who want to explore the world. The warm climate, especially pleasant in northern regions during this season, and a hospitality-driven culture enhance the experience of tourists visiting Thailand. Many Pakistanis also turn to Thailand to explore the Asian country with a valid visa. Thailand also offers e-visa facility for Pakistani citizens meaning that they will not have to submitting the application in person. In order to obtain a visa, Pakistani nationals who intend to visit Thailand must fulfill certain conditions, such as providing a minimum bank statement. Read More: Thailand introduces e-visa system for Pakistani citizens All foreign nationals living in Pakistan and Afghanistan must apply for a Thai visa via the official Thai e-visa website, since the online application procedure began on January 1, 2025. How t...

Prime Minister (PM) Shehbaz Sharif Turkiye President Recep Tayyip Erdogan met on the sidelines of the 17th ECO Summit in Khankendi and discussed matters of mutual interest. The two leaders engaged in a comprehensive review of bilateral relations and exchanged views on key regional developments. PM Shehbaz and President Erdogan reiterated their resolve and commitment to bringing about meaningful progress in relations between the two countries, in all important sectors. Both leaders emphasized the importance of deepening cooperation in trade, defense, energy, connectivity, and investment sectors. To this end, the two countries agreed to exchange high level delegations so as to ensure early finalization of the understandings reached between the two leaders. Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif reaffirmed Pakistan’s unwavering commitment to working closely with Turkiye in advancing their shared goals of peace, stability, and sustainable development throughout the region. Earlier Speaking a...

LAHORE: A distressing incident occurred in Lahore, where a lion attacked a family, leaving three people, including two children, injured, ARY News reported. According to police, the incident was reported from a farmhouse in Johar Town, Lahore. The victims were promptly rushed to Jinnah Hospital for medical treatment. The condition of the two children is said to be critical as efforts continue to save their lives. A wildlife team was dispatched to the farmhouse, which has been immediately evacuated, upon receiving the report of the lion attack in Lahore. The police said that the lion escaped due to an unsecured enclosure at the farmhouse, leading to the unexpected attack on those present. Read More: WATCH: Pet lion attacks boy in Karachi’s Gulberg, video goes viral According to the Wildlife department, a lion broke out of its enclosure by leaping over a wall and entered a street  launching an attack on residents before fleeing. The lion is owned by Malik Azam Murtaza, also ...

BALOCHISTAN: Surrounded by an intense heatwave and extended power outages, Osta Muhammad’s spoiled medicines are reported to have been sold in medical stores in the district, raising serious public health challenges, ARY News reported. According to local health authorities, thermosensitive drugs are being stored at extreme heat, reaching up to 50°C, far above the preferred scale for pharmaceutical safety. The heatwave impact on pharmaceuticals has been a burning question across Balochistan, with Osta Muhammad’s spoiled medicines specifically highlighted. As per the confirmation of the District Health Officer (DHO), patients have suffered serious health problems after consuming expired medicines. “These spoiled medicines are being sold openly, and patients are at risk of life-threatening reactions,” the DHO stated. Medical experts highlight that storage of medicines at a raised temperature can convert them into poison or even toxins. “The chemical composition of many drugs breaks d...

ISLAMABAD: Punjab Assembly Speaker Malik Muhammad Ahmad Khan said that he would not to remain silent over the ‘misconduct’ displayed by several Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf-backed lawmakers in the assembly. Speaking during ARY News programme ‘Khabar’ , the speaker Punjab Assembly condemned what he called the unacceptable nature of protests in the Punjab Assembly, He said that such behavior, including the use of abusive language and physical altercations like grabbing collars, will not be tolerated. “The kind of protests happening here are unacceptable; people are being insulted with abusive language,” Malik Muhammad Khan added. He said that members take an oath under the Constitution and when they become assembly members, they must adhere to it. The speaker also spoke on the ruckus during the budget 2025-26 session and deplored over the disruption of speeches and the persistent use of ‘offensive’ language. “I will uphold the Constitution and exercise my authority accordingly,” Mal...

LAHORE:  A miraculous rescue was revealed near Marri Kunjour in Attock as Rescue 1122 saved a man from sinking in the Haro River, following a sudden flash flood, ARY News reported. The 45-year-old sheepherder, astonished by the Haro River flood, was rescued by a highly trained emergency team, thanks to Maryam Nawaz’s monsoon preparation initiative. According to authorities, the incident happened when the shepherd was taken away by a powerful current while browsing livestock. Upon getting the alert, Rescue 1122 saved him with a quick response team that descended hundreds of feet into the river bottom to save the stuck individual. The man, visibly distressed but uninjured, showed profound gratitude, saying, “Allah Almighty granted me a new life.” This life-saving Haro River flood operation was made possible by the preventive orders issued by the Punjab Chief Minister, Maryam Nawaz. As part of her monsoon readiness strategy, she had instructed all commissioners, deputy commissi...

MUMBAI: As a part of the Bombay High Court ruling, Mumbai police have removed over 1,500 loudspeakers from religious sites across the city, in a step that has sparked legal and public debate. The court admitted in January 2024 that using loudspeakers is not a vital religious practice, warning officials to impose noise regulations more strictly. The Mumbai loudspeaker ban arises from requests filed by two housing associations, who claimed that the usage of loudspeakers, especially during early morning azan (call to prayer), was creating noteworthy disturbance to residents. The court sided with the requesters, affirming that while religious freedom is protected, it must be together in public peace and health. According to the Mumbai Police Commissioner Deven Bharti, the action was confirmed, highlighting, “Loudspeakers have been banned, with temporary exclusions permitted only during religious festivals. We will confirm these devices are not used again without proper authorisation.”...

The Central Directorate of National Savings revised profit rates for several investments aimed at helping individuals grow their savings with confidence over time. Special Saving Certificate, Defence Savings Certificate, Regular Income Certificate,Behbood Saving Certificate, and Shuhda Family Welfare Account are among different options provided by the Central Directorate of National Savings. The options with the highest current rates—13.20 percent—are the Shuhda Family Welfare Account, Behbood Saving Certificate, and Pensioners Benefit Account. These programs are especially made to help widows, retirees, and martyrs’ families. The rates have been revised downward, with the Defence Savings Certificate and Regular Income Certificate now offering 11.76% and 11.16%, respectively. While Islamic investment options like Sarwa Islamic Term and Saving Accounts are currently yielding 9.75 percent, the rate for savings accounts remains at 9.50 percent. Investors can buy these certificate th...

The United States (US) has ‘agreed’ to invest in Pakistan’s mineral sector as trade negotiations between Islamabad and the Trump administration are underway in Washington, ARY News reported on Wednesday, citing sources. As per details, the Pakistan and US sides have agreed to finalize a new trade agreement, diplomatic. The Pakistani delegation is being led by Secretary of Commerce Jawad Paul. According to sources, the United States has expressed readiness to invest in Pakistan’s mineral sector, with potential investments ranging from $500 million to $1 billion. Pakistan has presented various proposals aimed at expanding bilateral trade volumes. Diplomats indicate that the upcoming trade agreement between US and Pakistan could lay the foundation for a renewed economic partnership between Islamabad and Washington. Pakistan has also conveyed a desire to further boost its textile exports to the US., while simultaneously inviting US investors to explore opportunities across multiple s...

An elderly woman was manhandled by a WAPDA security guard who reached the office for bill correction. The video of the incident is going viral. The disturbing incident took place at the WAPDA complex in Sheikhupura, where a security guard was caught on video manhandling an elderly woman who had arrived to correct her electricity bill. https://arynews.tv/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/video.mp4 Footage circulating on social media shows the woman pleading with the guard, who forcibly dragged her out of the gate, sparking widespread outrage online. The incident has drawn strong condemnation from the public, with many calling for accountability. Read more: WAPDA workers threaten power supply suspension in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa In response, the Senior Circle Officer (SCO) of WAPDA took immediate notice and ordered a formal inquiry into the matter, stating that mistreatment of any individual will not be tolerated. Following directives from the District Police Officer (DPO), the security gua...

ISLAMABAD: The National Emergency Operations Center (NEOC) has confirmed another polio case in Pakistan, bringing the total number of cases in the country in 2025 to 14. According to the Polio Reference Laboratory, the latest case was reported from North Waziristan, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, where a 19-month-old child was diagnosed with the virus. The breakdown of reported cases included eight from Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, four from Sindh, and one each from Punjab and Gilgit-Baltistan. In response to the latest case, the National EOC has announced that a special vaccination campaign will soon be launched in 11 union councils of North Waziristan to contain the spread of the virus. Health authorities have urged parents to ensure their children receive drops in every immunization campaign. They also emphasized the importance of completing routine vaccinations on time to protect children from the virus and other preventable diseases. Pakistan remains one of the few countries in the world where ...

ISLAMABAD: The Ministry of Maritime Affairs on Tuesday reduced charges for export and transshipment containers through the Port Qasim Authority by 50 percent, ARY News reported. According to a notification issued here, the revised charges are in effect from July 1, 2025. The decision aims to provide ‘relief’ to the trade sector and stimulate economic growth. The reduction applies to export cargo at Port Qasim, including Marginal Wharf, FOTCO, and PIBT, where wharfage charges for export and transshipment containers have been halved. Additionally, charges for containerized cargo at DP World have been relaxed. However, the notification clarifies that no concessions will be extended to empty containers. According to the Ministry of Maritime Affairs, the reduction in export charges through the Port Qasim Authority will remain in effect for one year. Earlier on June 23, addressing the meeting on a strategic roadmap of the Ministry of Maritime Affairs, Minister Junaid Anwar Chaudhry sai...

KARACHI: Heavy monsoon rainfall in Karachi has badly disturbed railway operations in the city, creating extensive Karachi train delays in departures and stranding passengers across the city, ARY News reported. The Pakistan Railways has confirmed that many key trains are behind schedule due to soggy tracks and severe weather conditions. According to railway officials, the Bahauddin Zakariya Express is delayed by one hour and fifteen minutes and is now scheduled to depart at 7:30 PM. The Fareed Express faces a delay of four and a half hours, with a revised departure time of midnight. Similarly, the Shah Hussain Express will leave at 10:00 PM, one hour later than planned. The Sukkur Express is expected to depart at 1:00 AM, delayed by two and a half hours, while the Khyber Mail will leave at 11:45 PM, running one and a half hours late. These Karachi train delays come as the city is dealing with its fourth consecutive day of monsoon rainfall. The Pakistan Meteorological Department ...

GUJRANWALA: A tragic incident unfolded Gujranwala where two minor sisters died after ‘consuming pizza’ while their parents fell ill, ARY News reported citing police sources. The family, including policeman Naveed and his wife, fell ill shortly after eating pizza, ordered to celebrate the birthday of Naveed’s daughter. The family gathered to celebrate a special moment, the birthday of one of the deceased sisters. Naveed told that their condition deteriorated rapidly, leading to one daughter passing away en route to the hospital while the other succumbed during treatment. Naveed and his wife are currently receiving medical care. According to police, they are investigating the incident to determine the cause, with initial suspicions pointing to possible food contamination. Earlier in a similar heart-wrenching incident, four minor girls and their mother died after consuming poisonous food in Tandlianwala, Punjab. Read More:  Four of family die after consuming poisonous tea The p...