One person lost life in explosion near Karachi’s airport
At least one person died while several others sustained injuries in explosion which was reported near Jinnah International Airport on Sunday night.
Matric results: Karachi’s govt school secures first position after 28 years
The Karachi Board of Secondary Education has announced the annual results for the Matric Science exams for the year 2024. According to the results, a government school in Karachi has secured the first position after 28 years.
Sindh to launch premium number plates – second phase
The Sindh government is set to launch the second phase of its premium number plate initiative in Karachi on October 12 to support flood relief efforts. The first phase, which took place in July, successfully raised Rs670 million to fund the world’s largest housing project for flood victims, as announced
Sindh Students still await free textbooks two weeks after school starts
Administrative delays and heavy rainfall have hindered the distribution of free textbooks to government school students in Sindh, despite the academic year commencing on August 15. The Sindh government’s initiative, encapsulated in the slogan “Parhay Ga Sindh tau Barhay Ga Sindh” (If Sindh Educates, Sindh Will Prosper), remains unfulfilled for
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,
Sindh govt to suspend mobile services during Chehlum processions
The Sindh Home Department has announced that mobile phone services will be suspended in several districts tomorrow for Chehlum. Moreover, the suspension will affect areas around the main Chehlum procession route and various districts. Additionally, in Karachi, the mobile phone services will be halted in the South, West, and East
Sindh govt reduces minimum marks for college admissions
KARACHI: The Sindh government has announced a significant reduction in the minimum marks required for admission to first-year intermediate programs in public colleges across the province. This move comes in response to the high demand for seats and the volume of complaints received from students and parents. Dr. Naveed, the
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:
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
This Pakistani city breaks 77-year record with 290mm rain in a day
Pakistan’s city Sukkur has been hit with unprecedented rainfall this monsoon season, with the city recording 290mm of rain in just one day, breaking a 77-year-old record. According to a statement from provincial authorities on Sunday, Sukkur’s recent rainfall has been the most significant in nearly eight decades. Earlier this month,
