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Severe Drought Grips Balochistan as Rainfall Shortage Deepens Water and Agriculture Crisis
Balochistan faces worsening drought as rainfall remains far below normal—groundwater plunges, crops wither, and livestock suffer. Officials warn of “catastrophic” water shortages with no major rains expected till December.
Muhammad Hashir
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Pakistan’s Floods Inflict $2.9 Billion Losses, Slash GDP Growth and Job Opportunities
Devastating floods caused $2.9B in losses across Pakistan — damaging crops, roads, homes & power networks. Over 220,000 people lost jobs, GDP growth cut to 3.5–3.9% from the 4.2% target.
Muhammad Hashir
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Strong Tremors Jolt KP, Islamabad and Northern Areas; Epicentre in Afghanistan
A 5.6 magnitude earthquake jolted KP, Islamabad, Rawalpindi & northern areas Friday evening. The tremors originated from the Hindu Kush region of Afghanistan, PMD reports. No major damages reported.
Muhammad Hashir
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Four Dead, 28 Injured as Heavy Rains Batter Punjab; PDMA Issues Fresh Alert
At least 4 people, including 2 children, have died and 28 injured in rain-related incidents across Punjab in the past 24 hours. PDMA warns of more heavy rain, rising river levels, and urges precautions.
Muhammad Hashir
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PMD Warns of Rain, Thunderstorms and Rough Seas Along Sindh Coast
PMD warns of light–moderate rain, thunderstorms & strong winds across Sindh till Sunday. Fishermen advised to avoid deep sea; rough seas & squally winds expected near coast
Muhammad Hashir
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NDMA Issues Rain, Flood & Landslide Alert Across Pakistan (Oct 5–7)
NDMA warns of heavy rains, thunderstorms & landslides in parts of Pakistan Oct 5–7. Rivers may swell; travel in GB & KP could be disrupted. Citizens urged to stay alert.
Muhammad Hashir
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Tremors Jolt KP as 5.9-Magnitude Quake Strikes Hindu Kush Region
A 5.9-magnitude earthquake struck the Hindu Kush region at 8:17am, jolting parts of KP including Chitral, Peshawar & Swat. No damage reported so far.
Muhammad Hashir
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Second Solar Eclipse of 2025 on Sept 21–22, Not Visible in Pakistan
The second solar eclipse of 2025 will occur from Sept 21, 10:30 PM to Sept 22, 2:55 AM PST. It won’t be visible in Pakistan but can be seen in parts of the Pacific, Atlantic, Antarctica & Australia. 🌒
Muhammad Hashir
