PMD forecasts rain-wind-thunderstorm in most parts of country from Thursday

Pakistan Meteorological Department has forecast rain-wind-thunderstorm in most parts of the country from Thursday.

A westerly wave likely to continue till Monday.

Under the influence of this weather system, rain-wind-thunderstorm is expected in various parts of Punjab, Islamabad, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Sindh, Balochistan, Kashmir, and Gilgit Baltistan.

The wind-hailstorm may cause damage to loose infrastructure and standing crops in the country.

Rain will be beneficial for the Barani areas of Punjab, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Kashmir and Gilgit-Baltistan.

The met office has advised the tourists to remain more cautious during the forecast period.

Source: Radio Pakistan

Elections for KP assembly to be held on 28th May: Governor

Governor Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Haji Ghulam Ali has said elections for the provincial assembly will be held on 28th May this year.

Talking to the media outside the Election Commission of Pakistan in Islamabad this afternoon, he said we have fulfilled the constitutional requirement by conveying the ECP of the election date in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa.

He said we were concerned about deteriorating law and order situation and other matters, including the ongoing population census and delimitation of constituencies in light of the findings of the fresh head counts of the population.

The Governor said we have given the election date for the provincial assembly and now it is responsibility of the commission and other concerned to hold elections in the province in a peaceful and transparent manner.

Source: Radio Pakistan

Tajik envoy reiterates resolve to deepen cooperation with Pakistan

Tajikistan has reiterated the resolve to deepen bilateral relations with Pakistan.

The resolve was expressed by Tajikistan Ambassador to Pakistan Ismatullo Nasredin in an exclusive interview with Radio Pakistan's Planet FM 87.6 today [Tuesday].

Highlighting the challenges in realm of trade between the two countries, the Ambassador expressed optimism that all issues will be tackled through a continued dialogue and cooperation.

During his visit to the state broadcaster, the Ambassador met Director General Radio Pakistan Muhammad Tahir Hassan and exchanged views on joint programs for enhancing trade and cultural linkages and use of broadcasting.

He also discussed initiating a joint venture for highlighting the vision and works of Allama Muhammad Iqbal.

The Ambassador presented Tajik President Emomali Rahmon's Urdu translated book to DG Radio Pakistan.

On the occasion, the DG Radio Pakistan presented a souvenir to the Ambassador.

Source: Radio Pakistan