Punjab | Pakistan

• 19 dead, over 90 injured in Punjab • Road, air travel disrupted; walls and roofs collapse, infrastructure damaged • Widespread outages reported from parts of country • Crops, power lines damaged in KP; 113 feeders trip across province ISLA­M­ABAD / LAHORE /PES­H­­­­­A­WAR: At least 19 people were killed and over 90 others injured as powerful windstorms and heavy rains battered several parts of the country on Saturday, paralysing road and air traffic, damaging infrastructure and triggering widespread power outages. Heavy rainfall accompanied by gusty winds and hail also struck Islamabad, leading to water accumulation in several low-lying areas and trees falling at multiple spots. In Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, strong winds and hailstorms caused extensive damage to crops and power lines but no fatalities were reported. Over 113 power feeders tripped across the province, with areas like Peshawar, Mardan, Khyber, Swabi, Swat and Abbottabad worst affected. Meanwhile, a private airline from Karachi to Lahore narrowly avo...

A powerful storm swept across multiple districts of Punjab, leaving a trail of destruction and claiming at least eight lives while injuring 45 others, according to the Provincial Disaster Management Authority (PDMA).

LAHORE: The Provincial Disaster Management Authority (PDMA) has identified 8 dead and 45 others injured due to a severe storm that swept across Punjab, hitting several areas and disturbing daily routines, ARY News reported. The districts that were affected include Rawalpindi, Jhelum, Sheikhupura, Nankana Sahib, Sialkot, and Mianwali in Punjab storm disaster. According to a […]

At least 13 civilians died and 92 others were injured as heavy rains lashed several parts of Punjab on Saturday, according to the Provincial Disaster Management Authority (PDMA). Earlier today, the PDMA urged citizens and provincial authorities to remain on high alert. PDMA Director General (DG) Irfan Ali Kathia directed deputy commissioners and rescue agencies across the province to remain alert amid reports of wind and rain in various districts of Punjab, a statement by the PDMA said. “Relevant departments to be on alert to deal with emergency situations,” the statement read, adding that the provincial control room and all district emergency operation centres have also been alerted. The situation was being monitored 24/7 in the PDMA control room, DG Kathia said. He added, “Citizens should be careful and stay away from electric poles and hanging wires. “Stay in safe places to avoid lightning. Never stay in open places during bad weather and lightning. Avoid unnecessary travel and drive slowly.” View this pos...

The Lahore High Court has directed all service stations across Punjab to immediately install water recycling plants, emphasizing urgent compliance.

Punjab, including the provincial capital Lahore, is sweltering under an intense heatwave, with temperatures climbing as high as 43°C.

A severe heatwave is expected to hit various parts of Punjab starting today, with Multan and Dera Ghazi Khan most at risk.

The Punjab Disaster Management Authority (PDMA) on Sunday issued a public advisory, warning of an intensifying heatwave expected to grip major cities and plains of Punjab by May 19.

Chief Minister of Punjab, Maryam Nawaz Sharif, has set a new record by disbursing over Rs. 61 billion in business loans to more than 107,000 individuals in just three months under the Chief Minister’s Easy Business Finance and Card Schemes. According to official figures, the province witnessed the launch of 57,913 new businesses during this […]

LAHORE - The Lahore High Court (LHC) on Friday directed the Punjab government to implement immediate measures to curb water wastage in the province.

Punjab observed the "Day of Gratitude and Truth vs Falsehood" with province-wide ceremonies led by Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif, who officially inaugurated the events by hoisting the national flag alongside provincial ministers.

The Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP) has announced the election for the vacant general seat from Punjab in Senate on May 29. The seat fell vacant following the demise of Senator Professor Sajid Mir on May 3, 2025, Associated Press of Pakistan reported. According to a notification by the provincial election commissioner, the nomination papers may be filed on May 14 and 15 for the election that will be held at the Punjab Assembly. The names of the nominated candidates will be published on May 16. The scrutiny of the nomination papers will be held on May 17 while appeals against their acceptance or rejection will be filed on May 20. The appeals will be disposed of on May 22. The revised list of candidates will be published on May 23, while the candidature may be withdrawn by May 24. The polling will be held at the Punjab Assembly chambers between 9am to 4pm. The nomination papers may be received from the Punjab ECP office on 10-Court Street in Lahore during the office hours. Notable religious and political ...

Colleges and universities across Punjab will reopen tomorrow, with the examinations to be held as per schedule from Monday onwards, the provincial government has said.

In a significant step towards public safety and disaster readiness, more than 50,000 volunteers have completed civil defense training across Punjab within just 48 hours, under the directive of Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif.

MULTAN - Emergency response drills are ongoing by different services across south Punjab to ensure a swift response in any emergency situation as India continued to escalate situation following its unprovoked missile attack that was responded by Pakistan swiftly and smartly.

In response to rising tensions with India, the Punjab government has announced the closure of all educational institutions across the province for two days.

Chief Minister Punjab Maryam Nawaz Sharif has strongly condemned the recent wave of Indian drone strikes in Lahore, Gujranwala, Chakwal, Rawalpindi, Attock, Bahawalpur, and other cities across Punjab, terming the attacks a blatant act of aggression by India.

LAHORE: In response to India’s brazen pre-dawn attack, the Punjab government has mobilised all departments, directing them to maintain maximum preparedness in accordance with the ‘War Book’ protocols. Rescue services have been put on high alert and a central control room established to ensure seamless monitoring and coordination. While the armed forces ferociously responded to the attack, the Punjab government swiftly took measures to ensure public safety, announcing the immediate closure of public and private sector universities, colleges, and schools, as well as the suspension of ongoing examinations at various academic levels. As 26 civilians have been martyred and 46 sustained injuries in Indian missile attacks, the Punjab government cancelled staff holidays and called all law-enforcement agencies officials to handle any eventuality. Despite high alert, educational institutes allowed to function normally; social media flooded with memes after damages to India In line with the `War Book’ protocols, the Pun...

In a significant move towards sustainable urban transport, the Punjab government, under the leadership of Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz, has approved the installation of a solar power system for e-charging stations.

The Provincial Disaster Management Authority (PDMA) Punjab has issued a weather advisory warning of continued heavy rains and thunderstorms across Lahore and several other districts in the province.