Ghizer flooded after glacial outburst, several villages cut off
A glacial lake outburst in the Gupis area of Ghizer district, Gilgit-Baltistan (GB), has caused significant flooding and destruction, creating a large artificial lake and cutting off access to several villages. While officials confirmed widespread damage on Friday, August 22, 2025, they reported no loss of life so far. The glacier burst, which occurred at […]
ADB pledges $410 million for Reko Diq development
The Asian Development Bank (ADB) has pledged a $410 million financing package to support the development of Pakistan’s Reko Diq copper-gold mine, one of the world’s largest undeveloped mineral deposits. The project, operated by Barrick Gold, is expected to be a significant boost to Pakistan’s economy. The financing package includes $300 million in loans directly […]
Number of bunkers demolished in Kurram reaches 326
Significant progress has been made in implementing the Kohat Peace Accord aimed at restoring peace and order in Kuram District. District administration and police forces have demolished six bunkers – three each in Khar Kaley and Balishkhel areas of Lower Kuram – using explosives. According to Shahid Khan, a member of the committee overseeing the […]
Chinese FM meets COAS to discuss regional security
Pakistan’s Chief of Army Staff (COAS) Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir met with Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi in Islamabad on August 21, 2025, to discuss regional security and counter-terrorism. According to the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR), the meeting highlighted the enduring strategic partnership between the two nations. Minister Wang, who was in Pakistan for […]
Bajaur administration declares Tarkho village ‘secure’, asks residents to return
The Bajaur district administration has declared Tarkho village in Mamund tehsil completely cleared and secure following a successful operation by security forces. A press release issued by the administration stated that Tarkhu is now fully under administrative control and normal life has been restored. The administration commended the patience, resilience, and sacrifices of the people […]