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Sindh Govt announces holiday on 20 October

October 11, 2025October 10, 2025 by Sana Fatima

The Sindh government has announced a public holiday across the province on October 20 to mark the Hindu festival of Diwali. According to the official notification issued by the provincial government, all government offices in Sindh will remain closed on Monday, October 20. The decision has been made to allow the Hindu community to celebrate … Read more

Sindh govt to shift Karachi, Larkana matric boards to solar energy

October 9, 2025October 9, 2025 by Abid Khan

KARACHI: The Sindh government has decided to shift the Karachi and Larkana matric boards to solar energy to ensure uninterrupted power supply amid the ongoing electricity crisis. Provincial Minister for Universities and Boards Ismail Rahoo said that the transition to solar power will help both education boards continue examination and administrative operations without disruption. He … Read more

Sindh Govt announce to distribute free Pink E-Scooters for women this week

September 23, 2025September 23, 2025 by Sana Fatima

KARACHI: The Sindh government will start distributing free pink electric scooters to working women and female students this week, according to a report on Tuesday. The decision was made in a meeting chaired by Senior Minister Sharjeel Inam Memon, where the Pink Scooters Program was reviewed in detail. Sharjeel Memon said the scheme is a … Read more

Sindh Govt launches workers’ welfare card for Labour Community

September 21, 2025September 21, 2025 by Sana Fatima

KARACHI: The Sindh government has launched major welfare projects for industrial workers through the newly introduced Workers’ Welfare Card. According to Secretary of Labour Rafiq Qureshi, the card will provide workers with accident health insurance of up to Rs. 700,000, along with other benefits such as 10,000 e-motorcycles and sewing machines. He said this step … Read more

Sindh Govt on high alert and monitoring flood situation, says Sharjeel Memon

September 5, 2025 by Sana Fatima

KARACHI: Sindh Information Minister Sharjeel Memon said on Friday that the provincial government is keeping a close watch on the flood situation and all necessary steps are in place. He explained that water levels at rivers and barrages continue to fluctuate, and relevant institutions are on high alert to monitor the flow. Currently, low-level flooding … Read more

Sindh Govt launches Pakistan’s First EV pink scooters for women with driving licenses

August 27, 2025August 27, 2025 by Sana Fatima

Karachi: Sindh Information Minister Sharjeel Memon has announced that women with valid driving licenses will be given free pink scooters by the end of next month. Speaking on a morning show Bakhabar Sawera, he said the Sindh government is introducing Pakistan’s first electric pink scooter project for women. According to Memon, the first phase of … Read more

Sindh Govt approves salary hike for university Finance Directors

August 25, 2025 by Abid Khan

KARACHI: Sindh Chief Minister Murad Ali Shah has approved an increase in the salaries of Directors Finance serving in the province’s public universities, on the recommendation of Sindh Higher Education Commission Chairman, Prof Dr Tariq Rafi. According to an official notification issued by the provincial government, the salary package has been revised under MP Scale-II, … Read more

Sindh Govt to review road cutting funds spent by Karachi Towns

August 24, 2025August 24, 2025 by Sana Fatima

KARACHI: Sindh Chief Minister Murad Ali Shah has ordered an inquiry into the huge spending on road-cutting projects across Karachi, the News reported. Official documents show that the Sui Southern Gas Company (SSGC) paid Rs 13.43 billion to 20 towns in Karachi for road cutting and repair work. Among them, New Karachi Town received the … Read more

Sindh Govt opens registration for free Solar panels

August 17, 2025 by Sana Fatima

KARACHI: To ease the pressure of rising electricity bills and promote clean energy, the Sindh government has launched a program to provide free solar panels to low-income families using up to 100 electricity units a month. The Sindh Energy Department is still accepting applications from eligible households. Families that qualify based on their electricity usage … Read more

Sindh Government extend Ajrak number plate deadline to October 31 on Bilawal’s instructions

August 4, 2025 by Sana Fatima

KARACHI – The Sindh government has officially extended the deadline for installing the new high-security vehicle number plates across the province. Initially set for August 14, the new deadline is now October 31, 2025. The extension came after Sindh Excise, Taxation, and Narcotics Minister Mukesh Kumar Chawla briefed PPP Chairman Bilawal Bhutto Zardari on the … Read more

Sindh govt decides to demolish dilapidated buildings in Karachi

July 7, 2025 by Abid Khan

KARACHI: The Sindh government has announced a decisive move to demolish highly dilapidated buildings across Karachi, declaring 588 structures as unsafe and hazardous to live in. In a joint press conference, Senior Minister Sharjeel Inam Memon, Local Government Minister Saeed Ghani, and Home Minister Zia Lanjar revealed the details of the action plan aimed at … Read more

Sindh govt suspends DG SBCA after Lyari building collapse

July 7, 2025 by Abid Khan

KARACHI: The Sindh government has suspended the Director General of the Sindh Building Control Authority (SBCA) and announced compensation for the victims’ families. Addressing a press conference, Senior Sindh Minister Sharjeel Inam Memon, stated that the families of the 27 people who lost their lives in the incident will receive Rs. 1 million each in … Read more

Sindh govt notifies minimum monthly wage of Rs 40,000

July 7, 2025 by Abid Khan

KARACHI: The Sindh government has officially issued a notification setting the minimum monthly wage at Rs. 40,000. According to the notification: Semi-skilled workers are to receive a minimum monthly wage of Rs. 41,280 while skilled workers have been allocated a minimum wage of Rs. 48,910. For highly skilled workers, the minimum wage has been fixed … Read more

Sindh govt imposes complete ban on plastic bags from June 15

May 5, 2025 by Abid Khan

KARACHI: Sindh government has imposed complete ban on all types of plastic shopping bags throughout the province. According to a notification issued by the Department of Environment, Climate Change and Coastal Development, the manufacturing, storage, sale, and use of all plastic shopping bags will be strictly prohibited across Sindh from June 15, 2025. The ban … Read more

Sindh Govt, ADB join hands to strengthen nursing Sector

April 16, 2025April 16, 2025 by Abid Khan

KARACHI: Provincial Minister for Health Sindh Dr Azra Fazal Pechuho, met with representatives of the Asian Development Bank’s (ADB) Resident Mission in Pakistan to discuss a proposed $100 million investment aimed at improving the nursing and allied health sectors in the province. The investment, part of a broader effort to strengthen health sector performance and … Read more

Sindh Govt imposes ban on heavy traffic in Karachi from 6am to 10pm

February 14, 2025 by Abid Khan

KARACHI: Sindh Government on Friday imposed ban on heavy traffic to enter in Karachi from 6am to 10pm.

According to a notification issued by Commissioner Karachi, section 144 has been implemented to ensure the protection of the citizens and maintain traffic flow, which will ban heavy traffic from 6am to 10pm.

Heavy traffic will be allowed to enter the city from 10pm to 6am, the statement said.

A statement issued by Commissioner Karachi said that the ban would not be applied to medicines, water, edible oil vehicles.

Traffic accidents have surged across Karachi in 2025, claiming 108 lives out of which 72 were reported in urban and 24 in the suburbs area of city as dumper truck-related crashes also increase.

However, after the accidents, several incidents of burning of vehicles have also been reported.

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Sindh Govt removes DIG Sukkur, SSP Ghotki

October 21, 2024October 21, 2024 by Abid Khan

KARACHI: Sindh Government has removed Deputy Inspector General of Police(DIG) Sukkur Syed Pir Muhammad Shah and Senior Superintendent of Police(SSP) Ghotki Hafeez Rehman Bugti from their posts after controversy between two officers.

A notification has been issued to remove both the officers from the posts, according to which the charge of DIG Sukkur has been handed over to DIG Larkana Nasir Aftab.

According to the notification, the additional charge of SSP Ghotki has been handed over to SSP Khairpur Samiullah.

It should be noted that Pir Muhammad Shah had accused Abdul Hafeez Bugti of being in touch with bandits, in response to which Hafeez Rehman Bugti had also accused Pir Muhammad Shah.

A committee headed by Additional IG Imran Yaqoob has been set up to investigate the allegations.

DIG Amir Farooqi and DIG Tanveer Alam Odho are included in the committee while the investigation committee will submit its report in 7 days.

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Sindh Govt imposes Section 144 in Karachi

October 18, 2024October 18, 2024 by Abid Khan

KARACHI: Sindh Government has imposed Section 144 in Karachi for 2 days and a notification has also been issued.

Section 144 has been imposed in Karachi for two days, ban restricts all protests, processions, and public events during this time. Ban will be imposed till 18 and 19 October.

It should be noted that Pakistan Tehreek e Insaf (PTI) had announced a nationwide protest today.

It should be remembered that Section 144 was imposed in Karachi from 13 to 17 October, a ban notification was issued by the Commissioner Karachi.

Inspector General of Police (IGP) Sindh Ghulam Nabi Memon has requested the implementation of Section 144 in the city in view of the law and order situation.

He had said in a letter to the Commissioner Karachi that protests and rallies are being held on the same day by different factions.

In the letter written to the commissioner, it was further said that protests and rallies may disturb the law and order situation and cause inconvenience to the common people.

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Sindh govt’s decision to purchase luxury vehicles for ACs challenged

September 6, 2024 by Abid Khan

Karachi: The Sindh Government’s decision to purchase double cabin vehicles for assistant commissioners(ACs) has been challenged in the Sindh High Court.

Jamaat-e-Islami Member of Sindh Assembly Muhammad Farooq approached the Sindh High Court on the issue of purchase of double cabin vehicles for Assistant Commissioners and filed a petition through Usman Farooq Advocate.

Jamaat-e-Islami Member of Sindh Assembly Mohammad Farooq said that SGA & CD has written a letter for the release of funds for vehicles. Two billion rupees is being released for 138 double-cabin vehicles. This decision of Sindh government is unnecessary and misuse of treasury.

In the petition, it was said that despite the country’s economy being under severe pressure, luxury vehicles are being purchased for Sindh government officers.

The petitioner said that the money of the taxpayers of the province should be spent on the welfare, treatment and education of the people of the province. The vehicle purchase system is also not transparent.

Usman Farooq Advocate said that the notification issued by the Sindh government should be suspended and the purchase of vehicles should be stopped until the final decision and the fund should be ordered to be spent on public welfare projects.

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Sindh Govt imposes ban on pillion riding from 9 to 10 Muharram

June 29, 2024 by Abid Khan

KARACHI: Sindh Home Department has imposed Section 144 from 1st Muharram to 10th Muharram in the province.

The Provincial Home Department has imposed Section 144 throughout the province during Muharram, the notification of which has also been issued.

According to the notification, taking out processions and rallies without permission will be prohibited during Muharram and the ban will be applied from 1st Muharram to 10th Muharram, while pillion riding of motorcycles will be prohibited on 9th and 10th Muharram.

However, the ban shall not be applicable on women, children below the age of 12 years, senior citizens, differently abled persons, journalists, personnel of law enforcement agencies and private security agencies in uniform, and employees of essential services.

The Home Department said that during Muharram, display of weapons and flying of drones will also be banned.

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Sindh Govt to Increase Salaries of govt employees in Budget 2024-25

June 14, 2024 by Syed Shahbaz Hyder

Sindh government plans to increase salaries by up to 25% in the 2024-25 budget. Chief Minister Murad Ali Shah will present the budget on June 14. Pension for retired government employees will increase by 15%. KARACHI – In a move aimed at providing financial relief to government employees, the Sindh government is expected to increase … Read more

Sindh Govt Introduces New Buses to Enhance Karachi’s Public Transport

May 2, 2024 by Syed Shahbaz Hyder

The Sindh government unveils new buses in Karachi to improve public transport. Buses procured from China will expand transportation options in the city. The addition of new routes promises greater accessibility and convenience for commuters. In a significant move to enhance public transportation services, the Sindh government has unveiled a new fleet of buses in … Read more

Sindh Govt Plans to Start New Transport Projects After Eid 2024

April 12, 2024 by Syed Shahbaz Hyder

The Sindh Transport Minister announces new transport projects post-Eid. The second phase of the Women’s Pink Bus service is set to launch soon. Plans for electric vehicle (EV) bus routes and People’s Bus Service expansion. Sindh Transport Minister Sharjeel Inam Memon has unveiled promising advancements in the transportation sector set to unfold after Eid ul … Read more

Sindh Govt files plea challenging SC’s military courts ruling

November 17, 2023November 16, 2023 by Abid Khan

Sindh government requested Supreme Court to annul decision.
It is requested to restore invalid provisions of Official Secrets Act.
Accused of attacks on installations should be tried in military courts.

ISLAMABAD: The interim Sindh government filed an intra-court appeal challenging the apex court’s October 23 judgment, declaring the trial of civilians in military courts unconstitutional.

The Sindh government has requested the Supreme Court to annul the decision.

In the petition, it is requested to restore the invalid provisions of the Army Act and the Official Secrets Act.

The Sindh government has also requested to suspend the decision of the Supreme Court on October 23 till the decision.

According to the request, the accused of attacks on military installations should be tried in military courts, the Supreme Court did not properly review the law and facts.

It has been stated in the petition that the accused themselves requested that their trial be conducted in military courts.

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Sindh govt announce public holiday on Iqbal Day

November 6, 2023 by Baseer Ahmed

KARACHI: The government of Sindh on Monday announced public holiday on November 9, the birth anniversary of Muhammad Iqbal, the Thinker of Pakistan and Poet of the East, Bol News reported. The Sindh government’s Services, General Administration & Coordination Department issued a notification in this regard. The notification read, “The government of Sindh hereby declares … Read more

Sindh Govt issues minimum wage notification for workers

November 3, 2023 by Abid Khan

The minimum wage of workers will be Rs 32000 from July 1, 2023.
The notification states women workers will also get minimum wage.
A fixed minimum wage will be applied to skilled and unskilled workers.

KARACHI: The caretaker government of Sindh has issued a notification to fix the minimum wage of laborers and workers at Rs 32000 per month after the approval of the cabinet.

According to the notification, the minimum wage of workers will be Rs 32000 per month from July 1, 2023. The notification states that women workers will also get a minimum wage of Rs 32,000.

A fixed minimum wage will be applied to skilled and unskilled workers of all industries in the province.

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Vision loss: purchase, sale of Avastin injections banned in Sindh

September 25, 2023 by Muhammad Zahid

KARACHI: The Sindh government has imposed a ban on the purchase and sale of Avastin injections, which have had a detrimental impact on the eyesight of numerous individuals in Punjab. This ban comes in response to cases of vision loss among approximately 40 diabetes patients in Lahore, attributed to the use of substandard injections. The … Read more

Sindh govt increases UCs in Karachi to 299

March 14, 2023March 13, 2023 by Kumail Soomro

Government of Sindh has increased the number of UCs The number of UCs has increased by 53 The number of UCS has reached 299 from 246 KARACHI: The Government of Sindh has increased the number of Union Committees in Karachi, BOL News reported. A notification has been issued by Additional Chief Secretary Local Government & … Read more

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