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iqbal revealed that the 2022 floods resulted in a total economic loss of 30 billion for pakistan while the estimated cost of recovery is 16 2 billion international pledges so far amount to 10 9 billion leaving a substantial shortfall of 5 3 billion photo reuters

‘Pakistan faces $30b loss after floods’

September 21, 2024

Karachi may continue with warm and humid conditions
Karachi: Karachi is expected to remain warm and humid. The season continues to bring elevated temperatures and high humidity levels. The wind speed today is notably gentle, blowing at just 8 km per hour, which contributes to the still air conditions. The temperature varies throughout the day, with the minimum recorded at 29°C and the…
Pakistan launches crackdown on ‘pet’ lion ownership after woman mauled in Lahore street
On The Ground newsletter: Get a weekly dispatch from our international correspondents Get a weekly dispatch from our international correspondents Get a weekly international news dispatch Pakistani authorities have launched a crackdown on the illegal keeping of lions as pets, following an incident in Lahore where a lion escaped and injured a woman and her…
Lahore Police arrest three suspects for robbing foreign national
LAHORE: The Operations Wing of Lahore Police has apprehended the suspects involved in a major burgl at the home of a Chinese national in the Defence area of Lahore. In a press conference held alongside members of the Chinese community, Assistant Superintendent of Police (ASP) Defence Sheherbano Naqvi announced that three suspects have been arrested…
curfew imposed in South Waziristan
Waziristan: South Waziristan Lower’s Birmil Tehsil has announced a total curfew for one day, citing security concerns and potential threats. The district administration, led by Deputy Commissioner Mohammad Nasir Khan, issued the order to ensure safety in the region. Under the curfew, markets in Raghzai will remain closed from 6 a.m. to 7 p.m. Emergency…
ASEAN countries reel from Trump’s fresh tariff threats
SINGAPORE — Six ASEAN economies, including Indonesia, Thailand and Malaysia, were left reeling Tuesday, after U.S. President Donald Trump threatened to impose punitive “reciprocal” tariffs, starting Aug. 1, on their goods and much higher levies on items transshipped from China. Trump announced on Monday in Washington that he had sent letters telling Thailand and Cambodia they would face…
9th death annivers of Burhan Wani Martyrdom
Srinagar: Today marks the ninth annivers of the martyrdom of Burhan Muzaffar Wani, the young leader of Tehreek-e-Azadi Kashmir, whose sacrifice continues to inspire resistance in the region. In commemoration, a complete shutdown and strike have been observed across occupied Kashmir, with additional milit deployments to maintain order. Burhan Wani, born in Tral, Kashmir, emerged…
Newlywed bride brutally assaulted by husband
KARACHI: In a deeply disturbing case of domestic violence, a 20-year-old newlywed bride named Shanti has been admitted to the hospital in critical condition after allegedly being brutally assaulted by her husband under the influence of drugs. According to doctors, Shanti sustained severe internal injuries, with bite marks covering her entire body. The wounds reportedly…
President Trump hints lifting sanctions on Iran
WASHINGTON: U.S President Donald Trump has stated that the conflict between Israel and Iran has come to an end, and indicated that sanctions on Iran may be lifted at the appropriate time. During a dinner at the White House with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, Trump once again claimed that the U.S. destroyed three of…