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Flooding and recent rains have fueled a sharp rise in vegetable prices, with shortages hitting markets in major cities. In Islamabad, tomatoes have completely disappeared from cheap markets, while the prices of other vegetables, including potatoes and onions, have also become unaffordable. Shopkeepers say that tomatoes are being sold in wholesale markets at Rs300 per kg, compared to the official government rate of Rs123 per kg. The impact is not limited to the capital. In Jhelum, heavy rains and flooding have severely damaged agricultural lands and crops, leading to a sharp surge in prices. Tomatoes, which were available for Rs50…

Heavy monsoon rains in the upper catchments have triggered flooding in Punjab’s rivers, severely affecting millions across multiple districts. The Provincial Disaster Management Authority (PDMA) Punjab has issued a fresh update, warning citizens to stay away from riversides and avoid fishing or recreational activities. Rising river levels across Punjab According to PDMA Punjab, monsoon rains are forecast to continue until September 9 in most districts of the province, raising further flood risks. Current water flows recorded in major rivers are as follows: Chenab River: 115,000 cusecs at Marala, 205,000 cusecs at Khanki, 266,000 cusecs at Qadirabad, and 331,000 cusecs at…

In a significant development toward resuming direct flights from Pakistan to the United States, a team from the U.S. Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is scheduled to arrive in Pakistan on September 6 for the first time in several years. According to officials, the Pakistan Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) has completed preparations for the audit ahead of the team’s visit. The FAA team will review licensing exams, flight standards, and state safety operations as part of the inspection. The CAA said all departments have finalized preparations to facilitate the audit, which is considered a key step toward the restoration of direct…

The Balochistan government has announced a province-wide suspension of mobile internet services on the occasion of 12 Rabi-ul-Awwal, citing security concerns. Internet suspension schedule According to the Balochistan Home Department, mobile data services, including 3G and 4G, will be suspended from 5pm on Sept 5 until 9pm on Sept 6. Officials confirmed that an official notification has been sent to the Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) through the Interior Ministry to enforce the decision. Areas affected by wireless internet ban In addition to mobile services, PTCL and NTC wireless internet services have also been directed to remain suspended in several districts.…

A judicial magistrate on Friday extended the physical remand of YouTuber Saadur Rehman, popularly known as Ducky Bhai, by three days. Rehman was presented before the court after completing his initial two-day remand. Police requested an extension, saying further interrogation was required. The court accepted the plea and granted three more days of physical remand for the suspect.

Singer Quratul Ain Baloch was injured in a bear attack on Thursday near Bara Pani in Deosai National Park, according to the Gilgit-Baltistan government. Officials confirmed that she was rescued in an injured condition and shifted to Skardu Hospital, where she is receiving medical assistance. Bear attack in Deosai GB government spokesperson Faizullah Faraq said the incident occurred while Baloch was in the Deosai region, a high-altitude national park known for its wildlife and natural beauty. Authorities acted swiftly, rescuing the singer and moving her to Skardu Hospital for immediate treatment. Officials confirmed that the singer was discharged from hospital…

Your Android phone is getting an upgrade, which could have a significant impact on how you communicate. Google recently announced a number of operating system upgrades, including a new AI-powered tool for easily revamping your writing, improved emojis, and a redesigned Quick Share. Here’s an overview of what’s new: New approach to improving your writing Google has announced new AI writing tools for Gboard, the virtual keyboard for Android devices (which is also available on iOS). When you open the new interface, you’ll see a tool that allows you to adjust your tone to be more formal, expressive, or concise,…

The Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) opened on a strong note on Friday as the benchmark KSE-100 Index soared past 153,000 points, setting a new record at the start of business. Index surges past 153,000 points The market opened with a sharp rally, gaining more than 900 points right at the start of the trading session. According to market data, the KSE-100 Index was recorded at 153,587 points shortly after opening. Strong momentum in Karachi The rally reflects growing investor confidence, with trading activity in Karachi’s stock market pushing the index to new heights. The upward momentum underscores the PSX’s resilience…

Two powerful aftershocks shook eastern Afghanistan in a span of 12 hours, the German Research Center for Geosciences (GFZ) said, triggering fears of more deaths and destruction on Friday in a region where about 2,200 people died in quakes in four days. They follow two earthquakes that have already ravaged the South Asian nation, crushed by war, poverty and shrinking aid. The Taliban administration estimated 2,205 deaths and 3,640 injuries by Thursday. A Reuters witness said continuous aftershocks hit the province of Nangarhar and details of the damage were still being collected. Friday’s earthquake of magnitude 5.4 struck the southeast…

The US Department of Defense said late on Thursday that two Venezuela military aircraft flew near a US Navy vessel in international waters. The US military killed 11 people aboard a vessel from Venezuela in the Caribbean on Tuesday that President Donald Trump said was carrying illegal narcotics and that belonged to a drug cartel he designated a “terrorist organization.” Legal experts had raised questions about the attack. The Defense Department statement said on Thursday Venezuela is “strongly advised not to pursue any further effort to obstruct, deter or interfere with counter-narcotics and counter-terror operations carried out by the US…