ISLAMABAD, August 11 (ABC): A well-known Pakistani businessman Ashraf Hussain is assisting Yiwu’ anti-epidemic force as a volunteer for a couple of days, which is appreciated by Chinese and foreigners around China, Gwadar Pro reported on Thursday. Wearing a full protective kit and a face shield, Ashraf rendered his service in the Choujiang local community where he lives. His tasks …

SIALKOT, August 11(ABC): The District Disaster Management Authority (DDMA) has issued a medium- to high-level flood warning in the Chenab river. In view of the situation, District Emergency Officer Engineer Naveed Iqbal announced high alert in tehsil Pasrur Nullah Deik, Chahore, Shahbazpur bridge, Chapar, Saidpur and Hedmarala sectors, according to a rescue officials. A spokesperson said rescuers were present at …

ISLAMABAD, August 11(ABC): Minister for Defence Khawaja Muhammad Asif on Thursday said the holding of International Defence Exhibition and Seminar (IDEAS-2022) was the reflection of Pakistan’s consistent efforts to galvanise industrial activities for the production of defence equipments through collaboration and joint ventures in addition to indigenous production. The Minister delivered these remarks in his keynote address as chief guest …

LAHORE, August 11(ABC): Spokesperson for Punjab Chief Minister and Minister Fayyaz-ul-Hassan Chohan has said that minorities enjoy equal rights in Pakistan, but they face severe discrimination in India. He was speaking at a function organised by the Unique Group of Institutions and the Department of Human Rights and Minorities Affairs here on Thursday, in connection with observance of the National …

KHAIRPUR, August 11(ABC): At least three persons were killed and 10 other were wounded in a collision between a van and truck in Khairpur in the wee hours of Thursday reported. According to details, the accident occurred at the Mehran National Highway where a vane going to Khairpur from Karachi was hit by a truck, killing three persons on the …

Washington, August 11 (ABC): Ambassador Masood Khan has thanked New Mexico Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham for the measures taken to apprehend the suspect of recent killings of Muslim men in Albuquerque city. He also paid tribute to Albuquerque Police Department (APD) for their professional excellence and swift action to track the suspect. “The measures have addressed concerns of the Muslim …

KARACHI, August 10(ABC): Karachi is likely to receive yet another round of heavy monsoon rains from August 11-14, according to weather analysts. Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) chief meteorologist Sardar Sarfaraz said the city may see some light rain today (Wednesday) afternoon, whereas moderate rain is expected after 5pm. Sarfaraz said Karachi’s weather will remain humid during the day and there …

QUETTA, August 10(ABC): The Provincial Disaster Management Authority (PDMA) on Tuesday predicted more rains in different parts of Balochistan from 10-14 August, Dunya News reported. According to a report issued by PDMA, flooding is expected in different areas of Balochistan as heavy rains are expected from August 10-14. PDMA has issued a flooding alert for Qila Saifullah, Loralai, Sherani, Sibbi, …

ISLAMABAD, August 10(ABC): Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) chairman and former prime minister Imran Khan has summoned a consultative meeting of central leaders of his party, Dunya News reported. The PTI chief Imran Khan will preside over the meeting of central leaders of his party today (Wednesday) at 2:00pm at his Bani Gala residence. Imran Khan has decided to continue the consultation …

LAHORE , August 10(ABC): Hot and humid weather is expected in most parts of the country during the next twelve hours. However, rain with wind and thundershower is expected in Sindh, northeast, South Balochistan, northeast and south Punjab, upper Khyber Pakhtunkhwa and Kashmir. Heavy falls are likely at isolated places in lower Sindh and South Balochistan during the period. Temperature …