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Heatwave alert issued as temperatures may soar up to 52°C in South Punjab

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Heatwave alert

LAHORE: The Provincial Disaster Management Authority (PDMA) Punjab has warned that temperatures in South Punjab could rise up to 52°C amid an intensifying heatwave.

According to an alert issued by the PDMA Punjab, heat intensity is expected to increase across the province, with May and June likely to be the hottest months of the year. The authority said South Punjab may experience extreme temperatures reaching 52°C.

Director General PDMA stated that overall temperatures during May and June are expected to remain between 43°C and 45°C, while recent days have already recorded readings 2 to 4 degrees above normal.

PDMA spokesperson Umar Javaid said a mild heatwave is likely to affect southern regions from April 29 to May 3. However, western weather systems may bring a slight temperature drop in upper parts of the province.

The authority has advised citizens, especially children, women, and the elderly, to take precautionary measures, avoid unnecessary exposure to sunlight, and increase water intake.

Relevant departments have been instructed to remain on high alert with round-the-clock staffing, while Rescue 1122 has been directed to ensure immediate emergency response readiness. Motorway Police have also been asked to issue traffic advisories for travelers.

In case of emergencies, citizens have been advised to contact the PDMA helpline 1129.

Ali Tareen reacts to Multan Sultans’ return to PSL

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Ali Tareen reacts

MULTAN: Former owner of Multan Sultans, Ali Tareen, has shared his reaction following the franchise’s official return to the Pakistan Super League (PSL).

Earlier, the PSL 11 franchise initially introduced as Sialkot Stallions was formally rebranded as Multan Sultans. The development was confirmed by PSL Chief Executive Salman Naseer during a joint press conference attended by franchise owner Hamza Majeed and CD Ventures head Gohar Shah.

OZ Developers had secured the Sialkot Stallions franchise rights for 10 years at Rs1.85 billion during the Islamabad auction but later entered into a strategic partnership with CD Ventures.

Under the new arrangement, Gohar Shah has been appointed CEO, and the team has been renamed Multan Sultans.

Responding on social media, Ali Tareen said that after spending seven years with Multan Sultans, he ended his journey without regret.

“This chapter of my life gave me some of my proudest moments, and I will always be grateful for it,” he wrote.

He added that the only moment that truly affected him was when Multan was removed from the league.

“It was deeply painful — not because of how it affected me personally, but because of the impact it had on the fans and the people of South Punjab,” he stated.

Tareen emphasized that South Punjab has long faced underrepresentation. “The people here are passionate and talented, and they deserve every platform available to them. Multan Sultans was not just a cricket team, but a symbol of pride and identity for an entire region that has long been overlooked.”

He further expressed gratitude to Gohar Shah for advocating for South Punjab and bringing the franchise back to the PSL.

“The city has regained its team, and South Punjab has regained its voice,” he concluded.

Pakistan, Japan sign agreement to improve child healthcare in South Punjab

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Pakistan

Islamabad: The Government of Pakistan and Japan have signed a grant agreement aimed at enhancing child healthcare services, particularly in southern Punjab.

According to a spokesperson for the Ministry of Economic Affairs, the Japanese government will provide financial assistance for improving pediatric healthcare in the region.

The Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) will extend a grant of 2.91 billion Japanese yen, equivalent to approximately USD 18.62 million.

Under the project, the Children’s Hospital and Institute of Child Health (ICH) Multan will be upgraded to strengthen medical facilities. ICH Multan, the largest tertiary care children’s hospital in the region, will receive improved healthcare infrastructure to ensure more effective and quality services for children.

The Exchange of Notes was signed on behalf of Pakistan by Secretary Economic Affairs Muhammad Hamir Karim, while Japanese Ambassador to Pakistan Akamatsu Shuichi signed on behalf of the Government of Japan.

Speaking on the occasion, Secretary Muhammad Hamir Karim expressed appreciation for the valuable support of the Japanese government and people, assuring full facilitation to ensure the successful implementation of the project.

 He added that Pakistan looks forward to further strengthening meaningful cooperation between the two countries.

Japanese Ambassador Akamatsu Shuichi reaffirmed Japan’s commitment to close collaboration with the Government of Pakistan, emphasizing the importance of deepening friendly relations and bilateral cooperation in the health sector.