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ISLAMABAD: As soon as the new monsoon system entered the country, torrential rains began in various cities, which significantly reduced the intensity of the heat. Islamabad and Rawalpindi received heavy rains with thunder, while many cities of Punjab including Lahore also received heavy rains. The hilly areas of Gujarat were flooded, while the weather was pleasant in Hafizabad, Daska and Wazirabad. On the other hand, the National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) has warned that there is a risk of landslides in the northern areas due to monsoon rains, and there is also a risk of flooding in the mountainous areas…
The heatwave in Lahore was broken due to rain late last night, the Meteorological Department has predicted more rains. There is good news for the people suffering from the heat in Punjab that according to the Meteorological Department, the rains will continue in Punjab including Lahore until July 13. The monsoon rain system is still present in the province including Lahore. Light and heavy rains have been continuing in Lahore since last night, accompanied by strong winds. More rain is likely in Lahore today. According to the Meteorological Department, there is a possibility of rain in most districts of Punjab…
Los Angeles: Spain defeated Belgium 1-2 in the crucial match of the FIFA World Cup 2026 to reach the semi-finals. Spain qualified for the semi-finals in the quarter-finals of the global event played in Los Angeles, USA. France played an aggressive game from the start of the match and continuously attacked the Moroccan goal. Mbappe made the first attack in the fourth minute, but his attempt was unsuccessful. Fabian scored the first goal for Spain in the 30th minute to give his team the lead. Spain’s Fabian Ruiz and Mikel Romero scored the goals. The match was tied 1-1 at…
KARACHI: Currency Exchange rates in Pakistan’s open market remained largely stable over weekend, with US dollar, euro, pound sterling and Gulf currencies showing little movement against the Pakistani rupee. According to the latest market rates, the US dollar (USD) was quoted at Rs278.9 for buying and Rs279.25 for selling. Euro was available at Rs319.43 (buying) and Rs323.5 (selling), while the British pound sterling (GBP) traded at Rs375.06 for buying and Rs378.15 for selling. UAE dirham (AED) stood at Rs76.2 for buying and Rs76.9 for selling, whereas the Saudi riyal (SAR) was quoted at Rs74.55 and Rs75.1, respectively. Qatari riyal (QAR)…
England have been dealt a major blow ahead of their quarter-final clash with Norway at the 2026 FIFA World Cup. England have been hit by an injury scare ahead of their quarter-final clash with Norway at the FIFA World Cup tomorrow as defender Mark Gueye has been ruled out with a hamstring injury. The Manchester City centre-back is reportedly suffering from a hamstring injury. Gueye did not attend training on Thursday and doubts remain over his participation. If the 26-year-old defender fails to return to training ahead of the knockout match, then John Stones and Dan Byrne, who came off…
KARACHI: Currency Exchange rates in Pakistan’s open market remained largely stable over weekend, with US dollar, euro, pound sterling and Gulf currencies showing little movement against the Pakistani rupee. According to the latest market rates, the US dollar (USD) was quoted at Rs278.85 for buying and Rs279.25 for selling. Euro was available at Rs319.28 (buying) and Rs323.4 (selling), while the British pound sterling (GBP) traded at Rs374.53 for buying and Rs377.92 for selling. UAE dirham (AED) stood at Rs76.2 for buying and Rs76.9 for selling, whereas the Saudi riyal (SAR) was quoted at Rs74.55 and Rs75.1, respectively. Qatari riyal (QAR)…
Europe’s renewed defense spending dominated discussions at the NATO Ankara Summit, but analysts noted that higher budgets alone may not secure the alliance’s long-term readiness. A more integrated and efficient European defense industry is increasingly viewed as essential to strengthening regional security, improving interoperability, and sustaining NATO’s collective capabilities amid evolving geopolitical challenges.
Across Europe, communities are once again facing the challenges of an intense summer as a second heatwave brings exceptionally high temperatures to many regions. In northwestern Spain, firefighters continue working tirelessly to contain severe wildfires, while local authorities encourage residents and visitors to follow safety guidance and remain alert. Despite these difficult conditions, the response has highlighted the strength of cooperation among emergency services, scientists, healthcare professionals, volunteers, and local communities. Their coordinated efforts are helping protect lives, support vulnerable residents, and reduce the impact of extreme weather. Germany’s Robert Koch Institute estimates that approximately 5,120 heat-related deaths have occurred…
KARACHI: Currency Exchange rates in Pakistan’s open market remained largely stable over weekend, with US dollar, euro, pound sterling and Gulf currencies showing little movement against the Pakistani rupee. According to the latest market rates, the US dollar (USD) was quoted at Rs278.85 for buying and Rs279.25 for selling. Euro was available at Rs318.86 (buying) and Rs322.4 (selling), while the British pound sterling (GBP) traded at Rs373.38 for buying and Rs376.92 for selling. UAE dirham (AED) stood at Rs76.1 for buying and Rs76.75 for selling, whereas the Saudi riyal (SAR) was quoted at Rs74.45 and Rs75, respectively. Qatari riyal (QAR)…
ISLAMABAD: The weather is expected to remain hot and humid in most parts of the country during the next 24 hours, however, strong winds/winds and thundershowers are expected at a few places in Kashmir, Upper Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, North-East Punjab, East Balochistan and Gilgit-Baltistan. According to the Meteorological Department, the weather remained hot and humid in most parts of the country during the last 24 hours, however, strong winds and thundershowers occurred at a few places in Upper Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Upper Punjab, North-East Balochistan, Kashmir and Gilgit-Baltistan. Heaviest rainfall Khyber Pakhtunkhwa: Mir Khani 33, Drosh, Parachinar 03, Punjab: Hafizabad 23, Sialkot…