Sunday, July 26th, 2026
PDMA issues Glof advisory for northern areas; Chitral, Upper Kohistan Swat, put on high alert
LAHORE: The Provincial Disaster Management Authority (PDMA) on Sunday issued a glacial lake outburst flood (Glof) alert for northern areas of the country. According to the PDMA, rising temperatures coupled with intermittent rainfall could accelerate glacier melt, increasing both the volume and water levels of glacial lakes. The advisory comes as thousands of tourists, including many from Punjab and Lahore, travel to the northern regions during the summer season. The authority has warned that the sudden bursting of glacial lakes could trigger flash floods and rapidly rising water levels, posingRead More
Modi announces panel to overhaul India’s exam system after protests
NEW DELHI: Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced on Sunday the creation of a task force headed by tech entrepreneur Nandan Nilekani to overhaul India’s examination system, following days of youth protests about exam paper leaks. “Our examination system should be trustworthy, should be transparent and the system should make maximum use of technology,” Modi said on Instagram, adding that new legislation to deal with paper leaks would be introduced in parliament on Monday. The measures would tighten the law and toughen the penalties for culprits, Modi added. It was Modi’sRead More
UN chief urges immediate removal of all Syria sanctions
NEW YORK: United Nations chief Antonio Guterres on Sunday urged the removal of all sanctions imposed on Syria during the era of ousted ruler Bashar al-Assad, as he concluded a two-day visit to the country. “I welcome steps that have eased sanctions, and opening new possibilities for economic recovery, but all these sanctions must be removed immediately,” Guterres told a press conference in Damascus. Syria’s new authorities, who took power in December 2024, are trying to turn the page after more than 13 years of war, and to reboot theRead More
CDA accelerates digital services to enhance public convenience
ISLAMABAD, JUL 26 /DNA/ – The Capital Development Authority (CDA) occupies an important strategic position in Pakistan’s Federal Capital Islamabad being the principal civic authority responsible for urban planning, infrastructure development, environmental protection, beautification, water resource management, sanitation, and solid waste management in Islamabad. The CDA plays a significant role in enhancing the quality of life of the citizen of the federal capital. It also promotes the image of Pakistan’s capital before the nation and the international community. The appointment of Sohail Ashraf as Chairman of the CDA and ChiefRead More
Pakistan qualify for FIH Hockey5s World Cup after Asian silver
MUSCAT: Pakistan secured the silver medal at the 2026 Men’s Asian Hockey5s Championship in Muscat Oman after an impressive campaign that also sealed qualification for the FIH Hockey5s World Cup 2026. The national side produced a series of outstanding performances throughout the tournament defeating several of Asia’s strongest teams before finishing runners-up. Their success earned Pakistan a coveted place at the FIH Hockey5s World Cup where they will represent both the country and the continent on the global stage. Pakistan’s campaign was further highlighted by Adeel who was named PlayerRead More
Trump is giving Iran talks ‘a little bit of room,’ US ambassador to UN says
WASHINGTON, JUL 26: US President Donald Trump has paused attacks on Iran to allow more room for diplomacy, the US ambassador to the United Nations told Fox News. “He’s giving talks some space, he’s giving it a little bit of room,” Mike Waltz told the broadcaster on Sunday. Waltz did not provide further detail on the nature of the talks, but there has been a weekend lull in the fighting between Iran and the United States. The Pentagon paused bombing operations after 13 nights of escalating strikes and there wereRead More