PTI eyes LG polls, by-election in Karachi after winning Punjab polls

PTI Chairman Imran Khan

KARACHI: After emerging victorious in the Punjab by-elections, the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) has set its sight on the upcoming local government elections in Karachi. In this regard, PTI Chairman Imran Khan has issued important instructions to the party leaders to win the municipal elections in Karachi at any cost. He has also issued instructions regarding … Read more

Karachi Rain Update: Another spell of heavy rain forecast today

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KARACHI: Heavy rainfall and thunderstorms are likely in the city today (Monday) as the second spell of monsoon season continues, the Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) said. According to Met Office, the highest rainfall last night was recorded in Orangi Town with 35.8 mm. The current temperature of the city is 28 degrees Celsius. The wind … Read more

Traders demand raw material delivery points

Businessmen have urged the government to establish delivery terminals for imported raw materials in industrial regions and issue more licences. Because imports are now expensive, many SMEs choose to import  (LCL) containers instead of  (FCL) containers. He noted that Pakistan is experiencing challenging business conditions as a result of the rise in energy prices and … Read more

Eight injured as violence continues in Karachi’s Sohrab Goth

KARACHI: The situation remains tense in Sohrab Goth area of Karachi amid riots and violent clashes after communal clashes over the killing a youth in Hyderabad. Despite the heavy presence of police, the locality witnessed incidents of violence and firing on Friday. Police also resorted to aerial firing to control miscreants who took to the … Read more

Case registered after riots in Karachi’s Sohrab Goth

KARACHI: A case has been registered after rioting and violent protests in Sohrab Goth area following communal clashes over the killing of a youth in Hyderabad. The murder of Bilal Kaka allegedly by restaurateurs of Afghan origin triggered a strong reaction as several nationalist groups shut down shops in Hyderabad and demanded the expulsion of … Read more

Death toll from three days of rain in Karachi rises to 14

Karachi rain system

Karachi’s Gulshan-e-Hadeed area received 102.7mm over the past 24 hours. Met office’s Sardar Sarfraz said, “There is a powerful monsoon system. Its currents from the Arabian Sea are coming into Karachi”. Karachi has endured three days of rain, and 14 people have died. Since Thursday, severe rain in the city has produced mayhem and at … Read more

NDMA issues alert amid extended monsoon spell

The National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) has issued instructions to federal ministries, provincial governments and departments to remain alert and ensure precautionary measures amid the recent monsoon spell extension. The Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) predicted that the current monsoon spell may continue for another 24-48 hours and is likely to strengthen from this weekend. As … Read more

PAK vs ENG: Karachi, Lahore likely to host 7-match T20I series

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Karachi and Lahore will most likely host the PAK-ENG T20I series. Ramiz confirmed the news to an international sports news agency. England canceled their tour to the country last year. Lahore and Karachi are likely to host the seven-match T20I series against England from September 15 to October 2. Chairman of the Pakistan Cricket Board … Read more

CTD arrests key suspect in Karachi University blast case

KARACHI: The Counter-Terrorism Department (CTD) has arrested a key suspect in the Karachi University suicide blast that killed three Chinese teachers. In a major development, the CTD conducted an operation in Gulshan-e-Iqbal area and arrested a key member of a proscribed outfit. Law-enforcement agencies used technical assistance and other evidence to make headway and arrested … Read more

Karachi: Trade bodies urge govt to make power affordable for the city.

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Representatives of eight trade and industrial associations held a joint press conference. They urged the government to ensure that industries in Karachi have affordable electricity. The SSGC is delivering 100MMCFD of RLNG to K-Electric for the purpose of producing electricity. In order to save businesses, export production, and the livelihoods of millions of people, representatives … Read more

Pakistani fans are ecstatic, but were the Ms. Marvel scenes actually shot in Karachi?

Pakistani fans
  • Ms Marvel’s Paistani fans are overjoyed to see their city in the series
  • Turns out The scenes were shot in Bangkok, Thailand as it was difficult for the crew to shoot scenes in Pakistan
  • Nonetheless, the cinematography and directors deserve applause for capturing the essence of the city.

 

Ms. Marvel’s Karachi fans are overjoyed to see their city and its beauty on film.

It’s an honour to see one’s picturesque culture and city on a global stage, and Karachiites felt the same way, but were the Ms. Marvel scenes shot in Sindh’s capital?

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Karachi to receive moderate rainfall today

KARACHI: The Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) has forecast light to moderate rainfall in Karachi today (Sunday) after a strong monsoon system entered southeastern Sindh. According to the Met Office, hot and humid weather is expected in most parts of the country during the next 12 hours while Azad Kashmir, Punjab, Upper Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Islamabad, Lower … Read more

Zahid Ahmed talks about Karachi vs Islamabad

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  • Zahid Hamed talks about Karchi vs Islamabd in his recent podcast with Junaid Akram also known as ganji swag
  •  Zahid highlighted the differences between the two cities, in terms of work ethics.
  • When it came to food, he praised Karachi while also claiming that people in Islamabad were not aware of what good food should be

 

Zahid Ahmed is a brilliant Pakistani actor known for his outstanding performances and out-of-the-box characters. His role as Sameer in Ishq Zahe Naseeb is an example of his unconventional choices, and his performance in Ishq Zah-e-Naseeb was adored by his fans. His dramas Besharam and Zara Yad Ker helped him gain popularity among the general public.

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Dua Zehra undergoes medical tests to determine her age

Dua Zehra underwent medical tests at Sindh Services Hospital Sindh Police brought the teenage girl from Lahore The report will be presented within four days KARACHI: Teenage girl Dua Zehra appeared before the medical board and underwent various tests on Saturday to determine her real age. The Anti-Violent Crime Cell (AVCC) had taken Dua Zehra … Read more

What happened in Karachi when Kamala Khan met her Nani in the fourth episode, Ms. Marvel?

Ms Marvel
  • Marvel Studios has definitely gone above and beyond as it releases its 4th episode 
  • The fourth episode of the mini-series saw Kamala travel across the world to find out the mystery about the bangle and also her family’s history.
  • Furthermore, Mehwish Hayat made her Marvel Cinematic Universe debut as Kamala Khan’s (Iman Vellani) great grandmother Aisha

 

Marvel Studios has definitely gone above and beyond to bring the dreamy world of MCU’s teenage superhero, Kamala Khan, to life, and episode 4 of Ms Marvel is no exception, with spectacular visuals and thrilling debuts.

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Largest medical board to determine Dua Zehra’s age

KARACHI: Sindh Health Department has formed 10-member medical board – considered the largest ever – to determine the age of teenage girl Dua Zehra. According to a notification shared by lawyer Jibran Nasir, the medical board consists of experts from radiology, gynecology, dentistry and forensics. The board will be chaired by Dow Medical College Principal … Read more

SHahid Afridi fined for driving over speed limit

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Afridi was fined for overspeeding. He was fined Rs1,500. He lauded the police officials for doing their duty. Former Pakistani captain Shahid Afridi was fined for exceeding the speed limit on a highway en route from Lahore to Karachi. The highway police fined the star batsman Rs1,500 for exceeding speed limits on the highway. The … Read more

Protests held on Mauripur Road against excessive load shedding

Residents of Agra Taj and Mauripur staged a protest.

Protestors blocked the Main Mauripur Road in protest Heavy contingent of Police, Rangers was deployed Police fired tear gas, water cannons to disperse protestors. KARACHI: Protests have been held on Tuesday against prolonged and unannounced load-shedding in different lower and middle-income areas of the city. Residents of Agra Taj Colony and Mauripur staged a protest … Read more

Court orders demolition of gates at Frere Hall gardens

A gate is being built at the historic Frere Hall gardens.

A gate was being constructed at entrance of Frere Hall gardens Civic society staged a protest on Sunday SHC said the gate was violation of heritage laws KARACHI: The Sindh High Court (SHC) has ordered to immediately demolish a gate installed at the boundary of the historic Frere Hall gardens. The court issued directives while … Read more

ECP summons PSP chief Mustafa Kamal over bypolls violence

KARACHI: The Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP) has issued a notice to Pak Sarzameen Party (PSP) chief Mustafa Kamal for attacking a polling station during the NA-240 by-elections. The decision was taken in a meeting chaired by Chief Election Commissioner Sikander Sultan Raja over incidents of violence and mismanagement during the bypolls in Karachi. The … Read more

CM Sindh orders to improve security situation in Karachi before LG polls

KARACHI: Chief Minister Syed Murad Ali Shah has ordered to improve law and order situation ahead of the Local Government (LG) elections in Karachi next month. The chief minister issued the instructions in a meeting with Additional Inspector-General Karachi Javed Odho. The chief minister ordered the Karachi police chief to take strict action against those … Read more

Meet the restaurant owner in Karachi who never fires his staff

Karachi

During the difficult days, a Karachi-based doctor took the lead in offering hope for people in need by providing them with a steady source of income. During his interview with a local news channel, Dr. Syed Daniyal Jilani revealed his motivation for creating a restaurant, not to earn a profit, but to help individuals who … Read more

Sindh govt launches rescue 1122 service in Karachi

KARACHI: The Sindh government on Tuesday launched an emergency service Rescue 1122 in Karachi. Sindh Chief Minister Syed Murad Ali Shah inaugurated the service, which is aimed at providing immediate medical aid to the people and shifting them to hospitals in emergencies. The inauguration ceremony was organised at the Karachi Metropolitan Corporation (KMC) Sports Complex … Read more

K-Electric increased its tariff by Rs4.8 per unit

K-Electric’s dark secret exposed: Illegal takeovers and declining financial performance push investors away

KARACHI: The National Electric Power Regulatory Authority (NEPRA) gave permission to the K-Electric to increase its power tariff by Rs4.8269 per unit for the month of March 2022 on account of fuel cost adjustment. The residents of metropolitan city will bear the burden of Rs7.86 billion. The electricity bills of June 2022 will recover the … Read more

PPP convenes meeting to discuss local body elections

Local body elections

Karachi: Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) convenes a meeting on local body elections in Karachi, the conference will be held at Zardari House to be chaired by PPP leader Faryal Talpur. According to sources, the meeting will review the elections and will be continued for 2 days. The Provincial Minister Saeed Ghani, Information Secretary Waqar Mehdi, … Read more

$50 million seafood export agreement signed by Chinese entrepreneur

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KARACHI: A Chinese company has agreed to spend $50 million in the Gwadar industrial zone to build an end-to-end supply chain facility for seafood export to China, according to a memorandum of understanding (MoU). Gwadar and Karachi, Pakistan’s largest city, have teamed up with Islamabad to expand the agricultural, power, and logistics industries. China’s Optima … Read more

Ousted PM Khan leads protest march on blockaded Pakistan capital

Imran Khan

In a show of force that the new government has attempted to shut down, Pakistan’s former prime minister Imran Khan led a convoy of thousands of supporters towards the capital Islamabad on Wednesday, with confrontations breaking out between police and demonstrators. Since being removed from power through a no-confidence vote last month, the cricket star … Read more