Karachi Braces for Heavy Monsoon Rainfall Next Week

Karachi is set to experience heavy monsoon rainfall next week as a strong weather system moves into Sindh. The Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) has issued an alert, forecasting moderate to heavy showers in several parts of the province from August 18 to 23. The announcement has prompted preparations in urban and rural areas to minimize …

Karachi Aerial Firing on Independence Day Claims Three Lives, Injures 75

KARACHI: Three people, including a senior citizen and an eight-year-old girl, lost their lives in Karachi aerial firing on Independence Day during the 78th Independence Day celebrations, rescue officials confirmed on Thursday. At least 75 others sustained gunshot injuries in citywide incidents of celebratory gunfire. Young Girl and Senior Citizen Among Victims Rescue sources said …

Bilawal Launches Hub Canal Project to Boost Karachi Water

Karachi’s water woes may soon see relief as the much-anticipated Hub Canal project has officially opened. Pakistan People’s Party Chairman Bilawal Bhutto Zardari inaugurated the project today, promising a supply of 100 million gallons of water per day to the city through a newly built 22-kilometer canal. The Hub Canal project marks one of the …

Call for Shift to Competitive Electricity Market Gains Momentum

Competitive electricity market reforms took center stage in Karachi as industry leaders, government officials, and energy experts urged an end to Pakistan’s monopolistic single-buyer power model. Advocates stressed that adopting a transparent, multi-stakeholder system would boost efficiency, cut costs, and open direct trading between producers and consumers. Sindh Government’s Support Sindh Energy Minister Syed Nasir …

Mob sets trucks ablaze after Karachi road accident kills siblings

Mob violence erupted in Karachi after a dumper truck crushed two siblings to death in a tragic road accident on Rashid Minhas Road in the early hours of Sunday. The accident occurred in the Federal B Area when the truck ran over a motorcycle carrying a father, his 22-year-old daughter Mahnoor, and 14-year-old son Ahmed …

Trailer Crashes into Karachi Bungalow Amid Wet Weather

Slippery road conditions caused by early morning rainfall led to a high-speed trailer crashing into a residential bungalow in Karachi’s upscale Defence Housing Authority (DHA) Phase 2 on Monday. The accident left two people injured and raised fresh concerns about road safety during the monsoon season. Vehicle Loses Control on Wet Road According to Rescue …

Senior Lawyer Shot Dead Outside Mosque in Karachi

A senior lawyer lost his life in a suspected targeted attack outside a mosque in Karachi’s Defence Housing Authority (DHA) area on Friday. His son sustained injuries in the same incident, police officials confirmed. Gunman Opens Fire in DHA According to South DIG Syed Asad Raza, the attack took place shortly after funeral prayers at …

TTP Mastermind Killed in Karachi Raid

In a major breakthrough, a TTP terrorist in Karachi, allegedly behind the 2024 shooting of Chinese engineers, was killed in a late-night operation by Pakistan’s Counter-Terrorism Department (CTD) and intelligence agencies. The operation took place in the Manghopir area on Sunday night and resulted in the death of three suspected terrorists. Mastermind of Chinese Attack …

Monsoon Returns: Karachi Gets Light Rain, More Rain Ahead

Karachi experienced light monsoon rains on Sunday morning after several days of humid and cloudy weather. These showers brought slight relief to residents and marked the early signs of an approaching monsoon system. According to the Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD), more monsoon rains are expected in the city and surrounding regions in the coming days. …

Port Charges Slashed to Boost Trade and Climate Resilience

The government has introduced major climate resilience reforms by cutting export cargo handling charges by 50% at Karachi Port. Maritime Minister Junaid Anwar Chaudhry announced the move on Saturday, calling it a shift toward cleaner and more efficient trade logistics. This decision follows a similar 50% reduction implemented at Port Qasim earlier, and is aimed …

Mystery Deepens as Chemical Report Clears Poisoning in Humaira Asghar Death Case

Karachi police confirmed on Thursday that the chemical examination report of model and actress Humaira Asghar, whose decomposed body was found in her DHA Phase VI flat, has ruled out the presence of any toxic or poisonous substances in her system. According to officials, nine samples from her remains were submitted to the forensic laboratory …

Power Tariff Relief: Nepra Slashes Rates for Karachi and National Consumers

In a major relief for electricity users, the National Electric Power Regulatory Authority (Nepra) has cut the power tariff by Rs4.03 per unit for K-Electric consumers in Karachi and by Rs0.50 per unit for consumers served by other government-run distribution companies (DISCOs). Monthly Adjustments Bring July Relief According to a notification issued on Wednesday, these …

Actor Humaira Asghar Ali Found Dead in Karachi Apartment After Weeks

KARACHI: Actor and model Humaira Asghar Ali was found dead in her apartment on Tuesday. Police said they discovered the body during a court-ordered eviction in Defence Phase 6’s Ittehad Commercial area. Officers reached the flat around 3:15 PM. A court-appointed bailiff was with them to vacate the property. When no one answered the door, …

Light Rain Brings Relief to Karachi, Heavier Showers Expected Across Sindh and Beyond

KARACHI: Light rain and drizzling in parts of Karachi on Monday brought much-needed relief from the persistent heat and humidity. Areas such as Malir, Memon Goth, Model Colony, Bufferzone, and Shahrah-e-Faisal received light showers in the early hours, followed by cooler, pleasant weather conditions across the city. According to the Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD), more …

Karachi Building Collapse: 27 Dead as Search for Victims Continues in Lyari

KARACHI: Grief swept through Lyari’s Baghdadi area as funeral prayers for 20 of the 27 victims of Friday’s tragic building collapse were offered late Saturday night. Among the dead were nine women, 15 men, a ten-year-old boy, and a one-and-a-half-year-old girl. Rescuers recovered 26 bodies from the debris, while three injured victims were taken to …

Yaum-i-Ashura Processions Held Across Pakistan Under Tight Security

Yaum-i-Ashura processions commenced across Pakistan on Sunday, with thousands of mourners taking to the streets to pay tribute to Hazrat Imam Hussain (RA), the grandson of the Holy Prophet Muhammad (PBUH), and the martyrs of Karbala. The day marks the 10th of Muharram, a significant date in the Islamic calendar that symbolizes the fight against …

Lyari Tragedy: Death Toll Rises to 15 After Building Collapse

The Lyari building collapse has claimed at least 15 lives as rescue efforts continued into a second day on Saturday. A five-storey residential structure on Fida Husain Shaikha Road, already declared dangerous, crumbled early Friday in Karachi’s congested Baghdadi area. Rescue workers are still searching for survivors beneath the rubble. Warnings Ignored, Accountability Questioned The …

Karachi Building Collapse: 16 Dead, Rescue Ongoing

Rescue teams worked nonstop through the night and into Saturday after a five-storey residential building collapsed in Karachi’s Lyari area. The decades-old structure, located in the crowded Baghdadi neighborhood, crumbled on Friday, trapping dozens under debris. Authorities believe 10 to 12 people might still be stuck beneath the rubble. So far, 16 bodies have been …

Five Killed, Seven Injured in Karachi’s Lyari Building Collapse

KARACHI: A five-storey residential building collapsed in the Baghdadi area of Lyari on Friday, killing at least five people and injuring seven others. Rescue operations are underway, with several individuals still believed to be trapped beneath the rubble. Karachi Mayor Murtaza Wahab confirmed that seven people lost their lives in the tragic incident. Rescue workers …

Karachi Prepares for New Rain Spell as Monsoon Winds Return

The Karachi rain forecast has taken a fresh turn as the Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) predicts more rain across Sindh, including the port city. After a short-lived wet spell last week, Karachi has returned to hot and humid conditions, but relief may be on the way soon. Monsoon Winds Enter Sindh According to PMD spokesperson …

Karachi to Get Traffic Courts Amid New Heavy Fines and Reforms

Inspector General of Police (IGP) Sindh, Ghulam Nabi Memon, announced the establishment of traffic courts and a significant hike in penalties to deter repeated violations. Major Fine Increases Approved Speaking to ARY News, IGP Memon said the Sindh cabinet has approved amendments to the motor vehicle ordinance. Once the chief minister signs the summary, the …

PSX Hits Record High as Bull Run Continues Amid Macroeconomic Optimism

KARACHI: The Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) extended its historic rally on Tuesday, with the benchmark KSE-100 Index soaring by over 2% to reach an intraday high of 128,149.46 points. This marks another milestone in a fiscal year defined by economic recovery, policy stability, and robust foreign support. The index gained 2,522.15 points from Monday’s close, …

Monsoon Fatalities: PMD Warns of More Rain as Karachi Death Toll Rises

Karachi continues to grapple with monsoon fatalities as the Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) forecasts more rain for the city today (Sunday). The recent monsoon spell has already claimed seven lives in the metropolis and 40 across the country, with further rainfall expected through next week. Deaths in Karachi Linked to Roof Collapses, Electrocution Over the …

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