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India Today
21-07-2025
- Climate
- India Today
Monsoon rain continues to batter Pakistan as toll crosses 200
The death toll due to the raging monsoon in Pakistan crossed the 200 mark on Monday, with at least 13 more people dying due to floods and rain-related incidents, according to news agency to Pakistan's disaster management agency, the death toll was put at 216 and 580 were injured since June 26. As per Geo TV, a significant number of deaths have been due to roofs of homes with weak foundations collapsing. Other deaths reported were due to sudden flooding, lightning strikes and disaster management agency said out of the 13 deaths, 12 were reported in Punjab province and one in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province. Notably, among the 13 were four children and three women. The National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) also confirmed that almost 800 houses had been is also the fear of a new wave of floods due to glacier lake outbursts in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa and development came after 10 people were killed and 18 injured on Saturday (July 19), as reported by the NDMA. The data by the agency also shows that out of the total deaths, 135 were reported in Punjab and 42 in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, according to seasonal downpour commenced on June 26 and triggered flash floods in the northwest regions of the of the many regions hit by the incessant rain, the Punjab province has been the worst-hit, with a rain emergency declared in the region. The government, as a precautionary measure, has banned swimming or bathing in the region's for the damage done to the infrastructure, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa was the the intensity of the rainfall has simmered down in intensity in the last few days, some scattered downpours were still being in 2022, faced a similar spell of downpour that caused damage estimated at around USD 40 billion and also took the lives of over 1,600 people.- EndsMust Watch IN THIS STORY#Pakistan
Time of India
21-07-2025
- Climate
- Time of India
Death toll rises to 216 as monsoon wreaks havoc in Pakistan
Pakistan is facing severe consequences from heavy monsoon rains. Many people have died and several are injured due to floods and collapsed buildings. Punjab and Khyber Pakhtunkhwa are the most affected areas. Children are among the deceased. Homes have been destroyed and livestock lost. There are fears of glacier lake outburst floods. Many families living in vulnerable structures had little chance once the rains hit. Tired of too many ads? Remove Ads Tired of too many ads? Remove Ads At least 13 more people were killed due to rain and flood-related incidents in the last 24 hours in Pakistan as heavy monsoon continues to lash parts of the country, Geo TV reported on Monday, citing Pakistan's disaster management authority. The downpours have thus pushed the death toll to 216 people since June 26, and have left 580 injured so to Geo TV, the rainfall have caused flooding and resulted in the collapse of buildings, with the most number of deaths caused by the roofs of weaker homes failing. The NDMA said most of the deaths were caused by collapsed homes, sudden floods, lightning strikes, drowning, and disaster management watchdog reported that 12 were reported in Punjab and one in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. Among the victims were four children and three the start of this deadly spell, 101 children have families living in vulnerable structures had little chance once the rains statement issued by the NDMA also further added that nearly 800 homes have been destroyed since the rains began, while livestock losses are also piling up, with nearly 200 animals reportedly killed or swept away by floods, Geo TV to a recent report by UN News, there are also fears of glacier lake outburst floods in the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa and Gilgit Baltistan News highlighted how these floods show Pakistan's vulnerability to climate shocks. In the past in 2022, the monsoon floods had killed more than 1,700 people, displaced millions and devastated water systems. It had also resulted in economic damage estimated at nearly USD 40 faces regular monsoon flooding from June to September, often resulting in deadly landslides, infrastructure damage and large-scale displacement, particularly in densely populated or poorly drained regions.
India.com
20-07-2025
- Entertainment
- India.com
Dawood Ibrahim was madly in love with this actress, made her his girlfriend, she wanted to become PM, got Aishwarya Rai's role in..., her name is...
Actresses and scandals are something that often run on parallel lines. From affairs to infamous divorces, every now and then, headlines are made for actresses' personal as well as professional lives. However, today, we will discuss an actress who is neither from Bollywood nor the South industry, yet she grabbed headlines. This actress even made Indian mob boss, drug lord, and terrorist Dawood Ibrahim crazy for her. Yes, you read that right! This actress was said to be Dawood's girlfriend. If you are wondering who we are talking about, it's the Pakistani star Mehwish Hayat. Who is Mehwish Hayat? Mehwish Hayat is a popular Pakistani film and television actress who has been a part of several highest-grossing films. Not only that, she is also the highest-grossing actor in the history of the Pakistani film industry. Mehwish made her debut with the film Jawani Phir Nahi Ani (2015). Later, she did films such as Actor in Law (2016). Hayat has since starred in comedies like Punjab Nahi Jaungi (2017), Load Wedding (2018), and London Nahi Jaunga (2022) — all of which are considered among the highest-grossing Pakistani films. Mehwish Hayat's Relationship With Dawood Ibrahim? Reports suggest that Dawood Ibrahim allegedly became attracted to Mehwish Hayat after seeing her in an item song, and her rumored connection with him is believed to have helped her land several high-profile films. The rumors of Mehwish Hayat's relationship with Dawood Ibrahim began after she was awarded Pakistan's civilian honor, Tamgha-e-Imtiaz, in 2019. For the unversed, Hayat is 27 years younger than Dawood Ibrahim. Mehwish Hayat Got Aishwarya Rai's Role Yes, you read that right! Mehwish was initially considered for Aishwarya Rai's role in Fanney Khan. However, the actress was not cast in the end. Mehwish Hayat Wanted to Be Pakistan's Prime Minister In a recent conversation with Geo TV, Mehwish Hayat revealed her interest in politics, expressing her desire to one day become the Prime Minister of Pakistan. Hayat said, 'I am inspired by their (ruling Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf party) politics because they have brought about good changes and a paradigm shift in the way society used to think. Imran Khan was a cricketer before he took the plunge into politics. If a cricketer can become the prime minister of the country, surely actors can also become one as well.'
Times of Oman
20-07-2025
- Climate
- Times of Oman
Monsoon mayhem: Over 200 dead, 560 injured as relentless rains lash Pakistan
Islamabad: Over 200 people have lost their lives, including nearly 100 children, amongst those killed since the onset of Monsoon in late June, Geo TV reported on Saturday, citing Pakistan's National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA). According to Geo TV which referred to the official data, Pakistan's Punjab accounted for 123 of the total deaths. This was followed by 40 deaths in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, 21 in Sindh, 16 in Balochistan, 1 in Islamabad and 1 in Pakistan Occupied Jammu and Kashmir. While the causes of death varied, it was reported that at least 118 people were killed due to collapse of houses, 30 due to flash floods while others lost their lives to drowning, lightning strikes, electrocution, and landslides. Geo TV said that the rains have injured more than 560 people, including 182 children. It further reported that in Rawalpindi, flash floods swept through homes, streets, and markets, submerging entire neighbourhoods, water levels rose dangerously -- in some areas reaching rooftops -- forcing residents to flee, leaving behind their belongings. Faisalabad has also witnessed extensive damage, with 11 deaths and 60 injuries reported in 33 incidents over just two days. Most of the fatalities occurred due to the collapse of weakened structures. Pakistan's Punjab saw heavy rainfall and landslides that destroyed infrastructure. As per Geo TV, at least 32 roads in Chakwal were washed away after over 450mm of rainfall. Along with infrastructure damage, communication links remain severed, and the power supply is yet to be restored in several regions. According to a recent report by UN News, there are also fears of glacier lake outburst floods in the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa and Gilgit Baltistan regions. UN News highlighted how these floods show Pakistan's vulnerability to climate shocks. In the past in 2022, the monsoon floods had killed more than 1,700 people, displaced millions and devastated water systems. It had also resulted in economic damage estimated at nearly USD 40 billion. Pakistan faces regular monsoon flooding from June to September, often resulting in deadly landslides, infrastructure damage and large-scale displacement, particularly in densely populated or poorly drained regions.
Time of India
20-07-2025
- Climate
- Time of India
Monsoon mayhem: Over 200 dead, 560 injured as relentless rains lash Pakistan
Heavy monsoon rains caused devastation in Pakistan. Over 200 people died, including many children. Punjab experienced the highest number of deaths. Flash floods and house collapses were major causes. Infrastructure suffered significant damage. Communication and power were disrupted in several areas. Fears of glacier lake outburst floods are rising. Pakistan's vulnerability to climate change is evident. Tired of too many ads? Remove Ads Tired of too many ads? Remove Ads Over 200 people have lost their lives, including nearly 100 children, amongst those killed since the onset of Monsoon in late June, Geo TV reported on Saturday, citing Pakistan's National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA).According to Geo TV which referred to the official data, Pakistan's Punjab accounted for 123 of the total deaths. This was followed by 40 deaths in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, 21 in Sindh, 16 in Balochistan, 1 in Islamabad and 1 in Pakistan Occupied Jammu and the causes of death varied, it was reported that at least 118 people were killed due to collapse of houses, 30 due to flash floods while others lost their lives to drowning, lightning strikes, electrocution, and TV said that the rains have injured more than 560 people, including 182 further reported that in Rawalpindi, flash floods swept through homes, streets, and markets, submerging entire neighbourhoods, water levels rose dangerously -- in some areas reaching rooftops -- forcing residents to flee, leaving behind their has also witnessed extensive damage, with 11 deaths and 60 injuries reported in 33 incidents over just two days. Most of the fatalities occurred due to the collapse of weakened Punjab saw heavy rainfall and landslides that destroyed infrastructure. As per Geo TV, at least 32 roads in Chakwal were washed away after over 450mm of with infrastructure damage, communication links remain severed, and the power supply is yet to be restored in several to a recent report by UN News, there are also fears of glacier lake outburst floods in the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa and Gilgit Baltistan News highlighted how these floods show Pakistan's vulnerability to climate shocks. In the past in 2022, the monsoon floods had killed more than 1,700 people, displaced millions and devastated water systems. It had also resulted in economic damage estimated at nearly USD 40 faces regular monsoon flooding from June to September, often resulting in deadly landslides, infrastructure damage and large-scale displacement, particularly in densely populated or poorly drained regions.
