Punjab province
Coverage of Punjab province in the Nexus archive.
- As Pakistan’s monsoon arrives, people with HIV worry
Pakistan's monsoon floods in 2025 disrupted access to HIV antiretroviral therapy for patients, as contaminated floodwaters damaged infrastructure and cut off villages. Over 1,000 lives were lost, 3 million displaced, and HIV-positive individuals faced heightened risks due to limited medication access and stigma. Free antiretroviral treatment centers remain operational, but recurring floods and rising HIV cases amplify concerns.
- Roof of tutoring center collapses in eastern Pakistan, killing at least 14 children, police say
A roof collapse at a tutoring center under construction in Lahore, Pakistan, killed at least 14 children and injured eight others. The owner and another person were arrested, and authorities cited poor construction quality in an aging building. Rescue efforts continued as families mourned and demanded accountability, with Pakistan's President and Prime Minister expressing grief and calling for improved safety measures.
- Australian girl dies after Pakistani police ‘mistakenly’ shoots family, officer arrested
An Australian girl died after Pakistani police mistakenly shot her family during a robbery-related confrontation, wounding two family members. The officer involved has been arrested, and Australian authorities have called for an investigation.
- Australian girl killed in Pakistan after reportedly being shot by police
A nine-year-old Australian girl was killed and two family members injured when police reportedly shot at their car in Chakwal, Punjab province, Pakistan. The incident occurred during a robbery while the family was visiting relatives.