Federal Minister for Health Mustafa Kamal emphasized Karachi’s pivotal role in Pakistan’s creation and progress, lamenting ongoing debates about the city’s rightful share and recognition. Speaking at the Federation of Pakistan Chambers of Commerce and Industry (FPCCI), Kamal addressed the business community, commending their resilience in navigating continuous challenges, political uncertainty, and economic pressures. “Your...
Sindh Chief Minister Syed Murad Ali Shah chaired a high-level meeting at the CM House to review and enhance preparations for the upcoming monsoon season, issuing directives to all relevant departments and agencies to remain on high alert. The meeting, attended by provincial ministers Sharjeel Memon, Nasir Hussain Shah, Saeed Ghani, Jam Khan Shoro, Zia-ul-Hassan...
In a significant stride toward meeting Pakistan’s energy demands and exploring domestic oil and gas reserves, Mari Energies Limited has entered into a pivotal partnership with Orient Petroleum Inc., securing stakes in three strategic hydrocarbon exploration blocks. The company formally notified the Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) of this development, highlighting its commitment to enhancing Pakistan’s...
In a meeting chaired by Sindh Chief Minister Syed Murad Ali Shah at the CM House, a decision was made to commemorate Pakistan’s Independence Day on August 14 and the historic Victory Day (Maarka-e-Haq) on August 15 with grandeur and unity this year. The meeting, attended by provincial ministers Sharjeel Memon, Saeed Ghani, Muhammad Bux...
The mystery of actress Humaira Asghar’s death in her Defence, Karachi apartment deepens as her family finally claimed her body late Thursday night. Her brother, Naveed Asghar, and cousin, Ali, retrieved the body from Chhipa Mortuary at 10:15 PM after securing a release letter from Gizri Police Station. The body, placed in a coffin, was...
The body of a 16-year-old girl, identified as Areeba, was found in a narrow alley near her home in Karachi’s Malir Khokhrapar area on Thursday. Police have confirmed she was tortured before being strangled to death. The case, registered under murder charges at the Khokhrapar police station on a complaint by Areeba’s father, Muhammad Ahmed,...
World Junior Squash Champion and PSA World No. 14 Mohamed Zakaria signed a landmark five-year sponsorship deal with Richz Venue Pakistan today, marking a significant step for squash development in Pakistan. The signing ceremony took place at the Creek Club Squash Court in Karachi, hosted by the Sindh Squash Association. Adnan Asad, president of the...
Marking a significant step towards reviving Pakistan’s industrial sector, Pakistan and Russia have formalized an agreement to restore and modernize the long-dormant Pakistan Steel Mills (PSM) in Karachi. The protocol, signed on July 11, 2025, at the Pakistan Embassy in Moscow, signifies a renewed chapter in the historic industrial partnership between the two nations. The...
A citizen, Shahzad Rehman, has filed a petition in the Sindh High Court against the National Database and Registration Authority (NADRA) for refusing to renew his Computerized National Identity Card (CNIC). The petition names the federal government and NADRA officials as respondents, highlighting a violation of the petitioner’s fundamental rights. Shahzad’s lawyer, Advocate Usman Farooq,...
Munim Zafar Khan, Ameer of Jamaat-e-Islami (JI) Karachi, has strongly criticized the Karachi Metropolitan Corporation (KMC) and the “occupying” mayor for their failure to clean the city’s drainage system ahead of the monsoon season. In response to a recent meeting chaired by the Karachi Commissioner, where 400 choking points in drains were identified and cleaning...