Large parts of country set to experience heatwave conditions from June 7 to 12: PMD

The Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) has issued a heatwave warning for various parts of the country from June 7 to June 12.

In Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, the districts of Peshawar, Mardan, Bannu, Karak, Lakki Marwat and Dera Ismail Khan are expected to record maximum temperatures four to six degrees Celsius above normal, ranging between 41°C and 46°C from June 8 to 11.

Temperatures are…

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Some respite for citizens as heavy rain lashes parts of Lahore

LAHORE: Heavy rain lashed various parts of Lahore on Saturday, with the highest rainfall recorded in Nishtar Town.

According to the data shared by the Water and Sanitation Agency (Wasa), Jail Road recorded 20.5 mm of rain, airport area 40 mm, Gulberg Head Office 20 mm, Lakshmi Chowk 30.5 mm, Upper Mall 29 mm, Mughalpura 30.5 mm, Tajpura 27 mm, Nishtar Town 48.5 mm and Chowk Nakhuda 25…

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Heavy rain lashes parts of Lahore

LAHORE: Heavy rain lashed various parts of Lahore on Saturday, with the highest rainfall recorded in Nishtar Town.

According to the data shared by the Water and Sanitation Agency (Wasa), Jail Road recorded 20.5 mm of rain, airport area 40 mm, Gulberg Head Office 20 mm, Lakshmi Chowk 30.5 mm, Upper Mall 29 mm, Mughalpura 30.5 mm, Tajpura 27 mm, Nishtar Town 48.5 mm and Chowk Nakhuda (25…

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2 killed, 11 injured in rain-related incidents in KP: PDMA

PESHAWAR: Two people lost their lives and 11 were injured in rain-related incidents in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa on Monday, according to the Provincial Disaster Management Authority (PDMA).

The Met Office has forecast dust-thunderstorm and rain with occasional gaps in upper parts of the country till May 23.

According to the PDMA’s report, two deaths were reported in rain-related incidents last night…

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Zilhaj moon sighted, Eidul Azha to fall on May 27

The Ruet-i-Hilal Committee announced on Sunday that the Zilhaj moon had been sighted and Eidul Azha will be celebrated on May 27.

The announcement came after the committee met earlier today in Karachi for the moon sighting, while meetings of zonal committees were also convened in Islamabad, Lahore, Quetta and Peshawar.

Addressing a press conference after the meetings, Ruet-i-Hilal Committee…

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Ruet-i-Hilal Committee meets to sight Zilhaj moon

A meeting of the Ruet-i-Hilal Committee is currently under way to sight the Zilhaj moon, based on which the dates for Eidul Azha are to be determined.

The meeting of the Central Ruet-e-Hilal Committee is being held in Karachi, while other zonal committees are holding meetings in other cities.

Speaking to the media at around 7:30pm, Ruet-e-Hilal Committee Chairman Maulana Abdul Khabeer Azad said…

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Entry of vehicles loaded with sacrificial animals banned on motorways ahead of Eidul Azha

ISLAMABAD: The National Highway and Motorway Police (NHMP) has imposed a ban on the entry of vehicles loaded with sacrificial animals on motorways, according to an official statement released on Sunday.

“Overloaded, unfit, and improperly loaded vehicles often lead to traffic congestion and serious road accidents,” the statement said.

It added that such vehicles would be diverted to alternative…

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Asian Development Bank upgrades Pakistan’s economic growth rate to 3.5pc

ISLAMABAD: The Asian Development Bank (ADB) on Friday upgraded Pakistan’s economic growth rate to 3.5 per cent for the current fiscal year, but warned of downside risk from global economic uncertainty amid the Middle East crisis.

“Pakistan is expected to sustain its economic performance in the medium term, with real gross domestic product (GDP) growth forecast at 3.5pc in FY2026 and 4.5pc in…

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Met Office says no rain expected in Karachi today as death toll rises to six

The Met Office said on Friday that there is no chance of rain in Karachi today, following torrential rain in the city a day earlier caused by a strong westerly system.

“There are no chances of rain today in Karachi,” said Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) Spokesperson Nazir Zaighum.

Rain-related fatalities rose to six overnight after one more person died from electrocution in the…

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PMD forecasts chances of thunderstorms, rain in Karachi, other parts of Sindh on Thursday

The Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) has forecast chances of rain and thunderstorms in Karachi on Thursday, as well as other areas of Sindh from April 2-4, as a result of a new westerly wave from Balochistan.

A westerly wave is likely to approach the southwestern parts of Balochistan on April 1 and likely to persist till April 4, the Met Office said in its daily weather outlook issued on…

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Heatwave to Push Laos Temperatures to 40°C, Storms Possible

Laos is set to experience extreme heat, with temperatures expected to reach 40 Degrees Celsius this week, while authorities warn of possible hailstorms in some areas. The Department of Meteorology and Hydrology said a low-pressure system, combined with southwest winds, is covering the country, bringing hot to very hot conditions and dry haze during the […]

PMD forecasts drizzle, light rain in Karachi over weekend

The Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) has forecast cloudy weather with chances of light rain in Karachi on Saturday evening and Sunday, as well as rain in other parts of Sindh on March 29 and 30, as a westerly wave continues to affect most areas of the country.

The PMD had previously forecast chances of rain and thunderstorms in Karachi and across Sindh on Saturday, warning that…

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Hail, lightning and wintry showers forecast in another ‘unsettled’ week

The fine weather seen over the weekend is unfortunately set to be short-lived as Met Éireann pinpoint another change in what will be an overall ‘unsettled’ week. Last week saw a welcome reprieve in the wind and rain, with the hottest day of the year recorded to date. Anyone who didn’t get a chance to […]

Shawwal moon not sighted, Eidul Fitr to be celebrated on Saturday

The Central Ruet-i-Hilal Committee said on Thursday that the Shawwal moon had not been sighted and Eidul Fitr would be celebrated on March 21 (Saturday).

Central Ruet-i-Hilal Committee Chairman Maulana Abdul Khabeer Azad made the announcement while addressing a press conference in Islamabad.

The press conference followed a meeting of the Central Ruet-i-Hilal Committee, and zonal and district…

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Ruet-i-Hilal Committee meets in Islamabad to sight Shawwal moon

The Central Ruet-i-Hilal Committee is currently meeting in Islamabad for sighting the Shawwal moon and ascertaining whether Eidul Fitr — which marks the end of Ramazan — will fall on Friday or Saturday.

Committee Chairman Maulana Abdul Khabir Azad is presiding over the session, while zonal and district moon sighting committees are also meeting at their respective headquarters.

It is worth…

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Ruet-i-Hilal Committee to meet today to sight Shawwal moon

The Central Ruet-i-Hilal Committee will meet in Islamabad today for sighting the Shawwal moon and ascertain whether Eidul Fitr — which marks the end of Ramazan — will fall on Friday or Saturday.

According to Radio Pakistan, the committee will meet in Islamabad, with Chairman Maulan Abdul Khabir Azad presiding over the meeting.

The zonal and district Ruet-i-Hilal Committees will also meet at…

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Saudi Arabia to celebrate Eidul Fitr on Friday

Saudi Arabia announced that Eidul Fitr would be celebrated on Friday, according to a statement published by state media.

“The Supreme Court has decided that tomorrow, Thursday, is the completion of the 30th day of the month of Ramazan, and that Friday is the day of the Blessed Eidul Fitr,” the Saudi Press Agency reported.

Across the Muslim world, Ramazan festivities this year were…

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Saudi Arabia to celebrate Eidul Fitr on Friday: state media

Saudi Arabia announced that Eidul Fitr would be celebrated on Friday, according to a statement published by state media.

“The Supreme Court has decided that tomorrow, Thursday, is the completion of the 30th day of the month of Ramazan, and that Friday is the day of the Blessed Eidul Fitr,” the Saudi Press Agency reported.

Across the Muslim world, Ramazan festivities this year were…

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Govt announces Eid holidays for offices from March 20-21

The federal government has declared March 20 and March 21 as public holidays for offices on the occasion of Eidul Fitr, according to a Cabinet Division notification issued on Sunday.

“The prime minister has been pleased to declare March 20 and 21, 2026 (Friday and Saturday) as public holidays on the occasion of Eidul Fitr, both for offices observing five- and six- day work weeks,” the…

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‘Good sunny spells’ forecast for Sunday but don’t get too excited…

‘Good sunny spells’ have been forecast for the early part of Sunday, however a weather expert has warned not to get too excited. It’s been a February for the books, with numerous rain and wind warnings coming into effect in recent weeks, and some Irish counties consistently flooding. Following on from a cloudy and misty […]

Cold snap bears down on Ireland ahead of another nasty week

A weather expert has given the lowdown on what to expect for the coming week with further heavy rainfall and a ‘cold snap’ all on the cards. Conditions are set to remain predominantly wet this week following on from several rain warnings that hit the country over the last few days. The worst hit was […]

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