Karachi to Lahore flight avoids disaster after Mayday call
A private airline flight which was travelling from Karachi to Lahore issued a ‘Mayday’ call, as smoke was reported in the cargo area of plane.
Karachi police banned from using social media on duty
Police personnel across Pakistan are being prohibited from using social media platforms while on duty, as part of a sweeping policy first implemented by the Punjab police, followed by the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) police. Now, Karachi’s law enforcement officers are also subject to the same restrictions.In a significant move, Karachi’s
Dr Zakir Naik announces to visit Pakistan next month
Renowned religious scholar Dr Zakir Naik has announced a visit to Pakistan alongside his son, Fariq Zakir Naik.
Karsaz accident: Accused now faces drug charges in new case
A new case has been registered against the woman accused of fatally hitting a father and daughter on a motorcycle in Karsaz, Karachi. The police have lodged the case at Bahadurabad police station. Authorities confirmed that drug-related charges have also been added to the case. The suspect’s urine samples tested
How dangerous is Cyclone Asna for Pakistan?
Pakistan’s coastal areas are currently experiencing rainfall due to Cyclone Asna. According to the Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD), the cyclone posed no direct threat to coastal areas, though it’s likely to result in strong winds and moderate to heavy downpour in several cities of Sindh and Balochistan between Friday and Saturday. According to PMD,
Schools to remain closed in Karachi tomorrow due to rain
Commissioner Karachi has announced a school holiday in all the equation institutions of Karachi including schools and colleges on Friday, August 30, due to rain.
Public holiday announced for August 29 in Karachi
Karachi schools closed tomorrow due to expected heavy rain In anticipation of heavy rain, educational institutions in Central District Karachi will be closed tomorrow. According to a notification from the Deputy Commissioner, all schools in the district will remain shut. Moreover, the Meteorological Department has forecasted up to 200 millimeters
Sindh govt to launch EV taxi service run by women
The Sindh government has announced plans to introduce an Electric Vehicle (EV) taxi service, with a particular focus on employing female drivers. According to Sindh Provincial Minister Sharjeel Memon, the government will also launch a “Pink Taxi Service” aimed at providing enhanced safety and convenience for women travellers. Read more:
Man injured in Karsaz road accident in critical condition
A man critically injured in the tragic Karsaz road accident that claimed the lives of a father and daughter remains on a ventilator in a Karachi hospital. The victim, Abdul Salam, a book supplier, was on his usual rounds when the devastating crash occurred. The fatal incident took place on
Power tariff in Karachi raised by Rs5.75
The National Electric Power Regulatory Authority (NEPRA) on Wednesday sanctioned a significant Rs5.75 per unit increase in electricity rates for K-Electric consumers. This Rs5.75 per unit hike stems from the monthly fuel price adjustment (FPA) for May. Moreover, in May, electricity tariffs will rise by Rs2.59 per unit, with an
