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Two young women suspected of petty theft died in Lahore police custody under mysterious circumstances. The Lahore police claim they died due to a drug overdose, denying allegations of torture, while the incident has raised concerns amid ongoing scrutiny of police conduct.

Foreign media personnel in Pakistan now require a No Objection Certificate (NOC) from the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting (MOIB) to travel outside Islamabad, Lahore, and Karachi for news coverage. The 2026 Foreign Media Facilitation Guidelines mandate registration and accreditation for foreign journalists and entities, with specific processes for obtaining NOCs, temporary/annual accreditations, and access to official media events.

An assistant sub-inspector allegedly raped a mentally impaired woman at Lahore's Ghaziabad police station, leading to the suspension of over 70 personnel. The incident was reported via an FIR under Pakistan Penal Code Section 376 and Police Order 155-C. The woman was taken to the station without female personnel, and the room where the alleged rape occurred was identified.

Heavy monsoon rains are expected to cause urban flooding and inundation in low-lying areas of multiple cities across Pakistan, with medium to high flows in nullahs linked to Jhelum, Chenab, and Ravi rivers. Tarbela Dam is nearing maximum capacity, and authorities are on high alert as the National Disaster Management Authority reviews flood preparedness.

At least three people were killed and three injured in rain-related incidents across Punjab, including house collapses and drownings, while heavy monsoon rains caused severe waterlogging and traffic disruptions in Lahore and other cities. Authorities activated emergency response systems and urged precautions as the monsoon is expected to continue until August 5.

Lahore's traffic police are verifying criminal records and driving histories of 348,000 commercial vehicle drivers after data showed they caused 48% of fatal road crashes. The initiative, led by Chief Traffic Officer Syed Abdul Raheem Shirazi, aims to ban drivers with criminal records, repeated violations, or unsafe driving histories from operating commercial vehicles.

Urban flooding warnings in Punjab and Sindh cities highlight inadequate infrastructure and unplanned development, with drainage systems overwhelmed by heavy monsoon rains. Cities like Lahore, Rawalpindi, and Hyderabad face risks due to blocked drains, encroachment on waterways, and outdated storm-water systems. Authorities remain reactive, lacking comprehensive flood-risk plans and coordination.

Police in Lahore, Pakistan detained protesters who were rallying in support of Pakistan-administered Kashmir. The protesters were detained during a solidarity event for the region.

Activists from the Haqooq-i-Khalq Party were arrested in Lahore during a peaceful pro-Kashmir demonstration outside the press club. They were later released on condition of no further protests the next day. The protest supported the Joint Action Committee of AJK's demands for democratic rights and economic justice, with police using force to disperse the gathering.

The article critiques the political discourse during budget season, highlighting a focus on infrastructure projects like new university buildings and large hospitals over essential metrics such as primary education and basic healthcare improvements. It emphasizes the constitutional mandate for education and criticizes the neglect of critical indicators like literacy rates and preventable deaths.

Monsoon rains in Lahore, Pakistan, triggered a house collapse that killed nine family members and injured others. Officials linked the heavy rains to climate change, which has caused over 100 deaths in rain-related incidents since June, including 14 children in a tutorial center collapse. Rescue efforts lasted 24 hours, and authorities warned of potential extreme weather similar to Pakistan's 2022 catastrophic floods.

Monsoon rains caused the collapse of a multistory house in Lahore, Pakistan, killing at least nine family members and injuring others. The roof collapse occurred in eastern Pakistan during heavy rainfall.

At least eight people were killed when a house's roof collapsed in Lahore’s Harbanspura area. Rescue operations are ongoing with heavy machinery deployed, and an inquiry has been ordered to determine the cause. Similar roof collapses in Lahore’s Kahna area and Dera Ghazi Khan previously resulted in fatalities due to overloaded structures.

A sessions court in Lahore granted pre-arrest bail to six police officials involved in a raid on the residence of Attorney General for Pakistan Mansoor Usman Awan. The court ordered the officials to join the investigation and pay Rs50,000 surety bonds, while the police claim the raid was based on a tip-off about suspects in a neighboring house.

Parts of Punjab and Islamabad experienced rain, marking the start of a new monsoon season as previous floods caused over 100 deaths. A 25-year-old man was injured in Lahore due to a roof collapse during the new rain spell, and several areas reported significant rainfall amounts. Previous flooding had submerged large areas, with rescue operations ongoing for stranded residents.

Eleven police officials, including the Sarwar Road SHO, were booked for raiding the residence of Attorney General for Pakistan Mansoor Awan in Lahore, allegedly harassing staff and exceeding authority. The raid, based on a mistaken tip-off, led to a criminal case and departmental proceedings.

Heavy monsoon rains are expected from July 29 to August 5, with warnings of flash floods and landslides in multiple regions. The Indus River is at a medium-flood level at Guddu Barrage, while rescue efforts continue in Lahore as the Prime Minister reviews the monsoon response.

A National Cyber Crime Investigation Agency (NCCIA) official informed a Lahore court that PML-N MPA Saqib Chadhar was found guilty of harassing actor Momina Iqbal following an investigation. The court extended Chadhar and his wife's pre-arrest bail until September 3, with final arguments scheduled for the next hearing.

Floodwaters have severed the rail link between Lahore and Faisalabad due to breaches in Deg and Bherr nullahs, causing bridge damage and the suspension of train services. Trains are being diverted via Sahiwal and Khanewal until repairs can be made after floodwaters recede.

Nawab Town police in Lahore registered a case against TikToker Rajab Butt and his accomplices for allegedly attacking women and firing a pistol during an altercation at a cafe. The complaint was filed by Ayesha Jutt, who alleged that her friend was harassed, slapped, and subjected to verbal abuse, with Mir Shafi reportedly using a pistol during the incident.

Pakistan is facing a nationwide emergency as heavy monsoon rains cause flooding, landslides, and infrastructure damage, with over 100 deaths reported. Despite warnings from the Met Office and NDMA about rising river levels and flash floods, the government's preparedness remains inadequate, echoing failures from the 2022 floods.

Flood levels in the Chenab River have eased to low from medium, while the Met Office forecasts fresh rainfall starting July 29 in Punjab and northern regions. The PDMA reported stable water flows in several rivers, low-level flooding at specific sites, and urged residents in floodplains to evacuate.

Punjab's 400-square-kilometer area has been submerged due to torrential rains and overflowing drains, with the Chenab and Ravi rivers expected to reach medium to high flood levels in 24 hours. Officials warn of unprecedented challenges, including 87,000 cusecs flow in the Ravi at Balloki, as flood response measures are intensified.

Seven people, including two children, were killed and 20 injured in Punjab due to heavy rains causing structural collapses, drowning, and electrocution. The Provincial Disaster Management Authority reported 14 rain-related incidents, including roof collapses and livestock deaths, across multiple districts.

Ameerul Azeem, secretary general of Jamaat-i-Islami (JI) Pakistan, passed away after a political career spanning over five decades. His funeral was attended by senior JI leaders and political figures. Azeem played a key role in shaping the party's organizational structure and mentored generations of activists.

Saadia Zahidi, born in Lahore, has been appointed as the new director general of the International Air Transport Association (IATA), succeeding Willie Walsh. She will assume the role on November 1, becoming the first woman to lead the organization. Currently a managing director at the World Economic Forum, Zahidi will focus on advancing sustainable growth and innovation in aviation.

3,172 gender-based violence cases were reported in Pakistan from January to June 2026, with murders, torture, and abductions being the most common. Punjab accounted for 74% of cases, followed by Sindh with 17%, and 10 districts were identified as most vulnerable.

The Chenab River remains in high flood as heavy rains persist in held Kashmir and Punjab. The Flood Forecasting Division warns river flows may rise further until July 25 due to monsoon rains and westerly weather systems, with urban and flash flooding risks in Punjab, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, and Balochistan.

A split among petroleum dealers in Pakistan led to the cancellation of a nationwide fuel pump shutdown after the government assured implementation of a commission increase. Most stations remained open, though some in Peshawar and rural areas closed, with rival factions within the association undermining the protest's impact.

Heavy monsoon rains caused widespread flooding in Lahore, disrupting traffic and daily life with water accumulation on major roads, underpasses, and low-lying areas. Authorities reported drainage operations, but residents faced challenges due to submerged streets and sinkholes, while 21 deaths and 154 injuries were recorded in Punjab from rain-related incidents.

Heavy rainfall hit Punjab cities, with Lahore recording 123mm of rain. The Provincial Disaster Management Authority reported 17 rain-related deaths, including those from building collapses, lightning, and electrocution. Authorities are managing drainage and advising public safety during the monsoon season.

A sessions court in Lahore granted post-arrest bail to podcast host Rehan Tariq in a case involving blasphemy laws and the Prevention of Electronic Crimes Act. The court allowed bail with a Rs100,000 surety bond after defense arguments about lack of evidence and constitutional protections were accepted, despite prosecution claims that his podcast questions could provoke religious discord.

Heavy rains in Indian-occupied Kashmir and Punjab are expected to cause a significant surge in the Chenab River's water level, potentially reaching high-flood levels. The Pakistan Meteorological Department's Flood Forecasting Division warns of high flood risks in the Chenab, Jhelum, and other rivers, along with flash and urban flooding in multiple regions.

Three suspects were remanded in judicial custody for the kidnapping and rape of two foreign women from the Netherlands and Venezuela. The victims were abducted by five suspects, including a relative of a senior political figure, who demanded ransom and committed sexual assault. Police are investigating under sections 375-A (rape) and 365-A (kidnapping for extortion) of the Pakistan Penal Code.

A sessions court in Lahore granted interim pre-arrest bail to Sohail Lashari, CEO of Sozo Water Park, until August 1 in a case involving the death of a 9-year-old girl trapped in a drainage pipe at the facility. The judge directed Lashari to cooperate with the investigation and barred police from arresting him until the next hearing, following allegations of staff negligence. The park was sealed, and three officials were arrested.

A woman and her three children were found dead in Lahore, Pakistan, with police investigating possible poisoning. The husband, Nasir Dogar, was temporarily detained and released after providing a statement, claiming his wife had mental health issues and may have administered poison before dying.

A Lahore court granted 14-day judicial remand to four suspects in a case involving the alleged kidnapping and rape of two foreign women, one from the Netherlands and one from Venezuela. The suspects include an individual connected to a senior political figure, and the case was registered under Pakistan Penal Code sections 375-A (rape) and 365-A (kidnapping for extortion).

The Punjab government in Pakistan has directed high-alert flood preparations due to India's suspension of the Indus Waters Treaty, forcing reliance on 'less credible sources' like social media for river flow data. Authorities plan to clear the Ravi riverbed of temporary encroachments and emphasized vigilance despite officials stating current river flows are normal.

A court in Lahore extended the physical remand of three suspects in a case involving the alleged kidnapping and rape of two foreign women from the Netherlands and Venezuela. Police are seeking to recover a weapon and other items linked to the crime.

A private water park in Batapur, Lahore, was sealed after a nine-year-old girl died from alleged negligence by park officials. Police arrested three employees for allegedly draining a pool while children were still inside, causing the girl to get trapped in a drainage pipe without a safety net.