Pakistan’s debt has reached a crushing Rs. 76,045 billion, sounding alarm bells for the economy, according to the latest State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) data. The combined domestic and external debt surged by 12.3% in a single year, rising from Rs. 67,733 billion in May 2024 to Rs. 76,045 billion by May 2025. A 1.5%...
Sindh Senior Minister for Information, Transport, and Mass Transit Sharjeel Inam Memon expressed profound grief over the recent tragedy in Lyari, where a building collapsed. He stated that the nation, Sindh government, and public are deeply saddened by the incident. In an emergency meeting chaired by the Chief Minister of Sindh, it was decided to...
The Pakistan Airports Authority (PAA) has refuted claims of a paper leak for the Assistant Director Security examination, labeling the reports as baseless. According to a PAA spokesperson, the exam was conducted on June 22, 2025, under stringent security measures. A single page from the 14-page question paper was shared on social media two hours...
The Sindh Driving License Authority has reached a significant milestone in its digital transformation journey. According to a spokesperson, following the vision of the Sindh government and directives from Inspector General of Police Ghulam Nabi Memon, the online driving license portal was launched on September 28, 2024. Under the leadership of DIG Younis Chandio, the...
The University of Karachi has extended the deadline for submitting admission forms for MPhil, PhD, MS, ME, LLM, and MD programs by two days, now set for July 9, 2025, according to Professor Dr. Anila Amber Malik, Director of the Postgraduate Admission Committee. The list of candidates eligible for the admission test will be published...
In Karachi’s Lyari area, a seven-storey building in Agra Taj Colony has been sealed following the discovery of cracks, raising serious concerns about its structural integrity. The building, identified as Arhan Arcade, was constructed using substandard materials, prompting legal action against its builder, Mansoor Shah. An FIR has been registered against him at the Kalri...
The Muttahida Qaumi Movement (MQM) held a press conference at its Bahadurabad headquarters, where Opposition Leader in the Sindh Assembly, Ali Khurshidi, along with party members and National Assembly representatives, addressed the media regarding a tragic building collapse in Lyari, Karachi. Khurshidi expressed condolences for the lives lost, praying for their forgiveness, and noted that...
The Sindh government has announced a significant increase in the minimum wage for workers, setting it at Rs. 40,000 per month. This decision aims to improve the financial well-being of laborers across the province. Additionally, the government has fixed the minimum wage for skilled workers at Rs. 48,910 per month, while highly skilled workers will...
The Anti-Narcotics Force (ANF) conducted a series of operations targeting drug smuggling in and around educational institutions and various cities across Pakistan, resulting in the arrest of seven suspects, including a woman. The operations led to the seizure of 55.678 kilograms of narcotics valued at over Rs. 90.17 lakh. In one operation near a university...
The National Bank of Pakistan (NBP) has extended heartfelt congratulations to the Pakistan national hockey team for qualifying for the final of the FIH Nations Cup. This achievement stands as a significant milestone marking the revival of hockey in Pakistan. The national team secured their place in the final after a thrilling 3-2 victory over...