Heavy rains

LAHORE - A state of emergency was declared yesterday in the Punjab capital and the Pakistani army was called out, as heavy rains…

LAHORE - A state of emergency was declared yesterday in the Punjab capital and the Pakistani army was called out, as heavy rains caused widespread devastation leaving at least 30 people dead.

Doctors have been asked to remain on duty and leave was cancelled for police.

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