2 h. ago Sindh imposes new condition for college admission 2025 [Check Merit Lists Date]

KARACHI – The Sindh education department has made it mandatory to submit the father’s domicile while the requirement to present

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2 h. ago UK Pound sheds value against Pakistani rupee significantly – 19 June 2025

KARACHI – The buying rate of the British Pound against Pakistani rupee on Thursday registered significant decline of Rs2.67 as

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3 h. ago UAE Dirham to Pakistani rupee exchange rates today – 19 June 2025

KARACHI – The UAE Dirham (AED) is being traded at Rs77.20 against Pakistani rupee in open market on Thursday after

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8 h. ago Pakistan says not engaged in new military cooperation with Iran amid Israeli strikes

Pakistan’s Defense Minister Khawaja Asif said on Monday Islamabad had not engaged in any new military cooperation with Tehran since Israel launched attacks on Iran last week and had not held specific talks with the United States over the escalating crisis in the Middle East. Iran, which borders Pakistan, has hit back with strikes against […]

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9 h. ago Vehari locality submerged in sewage for six months as drainage repair work halts midway

VEHARI: Residents of W-Block in Peoples Colony, Vehari, have been enduring unsanitary conditions for the past six months due to a broken drainage system and overflowing sewage. The crisis has left the community in distress, with no substantial relief from local authorities. The Municipal Committee Vehari has been accused of negligence, turning the area into […]

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9 h. ago Tarbela Dam water levels drop to critically low levels, threatening power generation

HARIPUR: Water levels in the Tarbela Dam have fallen to dangerously low levels, raising concerns about electricity generation due to a lack of rainfall. As of now, the water level stands at 1,450.85 feet, only 48 feet above the dead level of 1,402 feet. The dam is experiencing a continuous decline in water inflow due […]

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12 h. ago 150 shops damaged in fire erupted at Karachi’s shopping mall

A fire that broke out here in a shopping mall located on Rashid Minhas Road, damaged 150 shops on the third floor of the building, while the first and second floors were partially affected. According to spokesperson of the Rescue 1122, the fire which erupted in the early hours of Wednesday, was brought under control […]

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14 h. ago Queen Camilla Faces Serious Health Struggles Amid King Charles’ ‘Incurable’ Cancer Diagnosis

The British royal family is facing ongoing challenges as Queen Camilla grapples with multiple health issues, all while supporting her husband, King Charles III, through his own health battle. Recent reports suggest that the Queen, who has been facing persistent health concerns, is struggling both physically and emotionally as she navigates her royal duties amidst […]

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15 h. ago IRGC strikes Israeli targets, sends message of Iran’s power to US and Israel

TEHRAN: The Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (I.R.G.C.) says Iran has sent a message to the Israeli regime’s sponsor, the United States, by striking Israeli targets with a new advanced missile. The I.R.G.C. said in a press release early on Wednesday and following the 11th wave of punitive Iranian strikes on Israel that first-generation Fattah missiles, […]

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16 h. ago New Train Ticket Prices from Lahore to Karachi After 3% Fare Hike; full details here

LAHORE – Pakistan Railways officially announced surge in fares for both passenger and freight train services. According to a spokesperson

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17 h. ago Karachi endures another hot and humid day; light rain expected tomorrow

KARACHI: The city experienced intense heat on Tuesday, with temperatures soaring to 39.9°C at the official weather station due to a stalled sea breeze. The conditions were further aggravated by 53% humidity, with some areas reporting even higher temperatures — 40.7°C at Jinnah Terminal and 40.5°C in Gulistan-e-Jauhar. The Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) anticipates that […]

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17 h. ago CM calls for preservation of Indus delta to ensure environmental justice

KARACHI: Sindh Chief Minister Murad Ali Shah emphasized the importance of protecting water resources on Tuesday, marking “World Day to Combat Desertification and Drought.” He stressed that water is vital for life and preserving natural resources is a collective responsibility. In his message, CM Shah highlighted the significance of raising awareness about desertification, drought, and […]

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17 h. ago Heat and power outages worsen health crisis for chronic patients in Karachi

KARACHI: The ongoing hot and humid weather, combined with prolonged power outages, is significantly affecting patients with chronic illnesses in Karachi. Doctors at Civil Hospital report a surge in emergency admissions, particularly among heart patients, diabetics, individuals with high blood pressure, and epilepsy sufferers. Dr. Imran Sarwar, Emergency In-charge at the Civil Hospital, shared that […]

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17 h. ago Deputy director dismissed for harassment at Benazir Bhutto Shaheed University

KARACHI: Abdul Rashid Mullah, the deputy director of Finance and Accountant at Lyari’s Benazir Bhutto Shaheed University (BBSUL), has been terminated due to allegations of harassment and misconduct. The university’s inquiry committee made this decision after a detailed investigation into complaints lodged by female students, which revealed unethical conduct on Mullah’s part. In a statement, […]

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17 h. ago Federal cabinet approves Rs 1.275 trillion bank loan to tackle power sector debt

The federal cabinet has approved a major plan to control the growing circular debt in Pakistan’s power sector. According to official sources, the government will borrow Rs 1,275 billion from banks at low interest rates to settle outstanding payments. This large loan will help pay off the dues of Independent Power Producers (IPPs) and will […]

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18 h. ago SBCA officials among 18 issued arrest warrants for illegal construction in Kharadar

KARACHI: An Anti-Corruption Court in Karachi has issued non-bailable arrest warrants for 18 individuals, including officials from the Sindh Building Control Authority (SBCA), a sub-registrar, and a builder, for allegedly facilitating the illegal construction of a seven-storey building in Kharadar in exchange for bribes. The court, led by Judge Ameenullah Siddiqui, was informed by the […]

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18 h. ago Cash in hand surges: Pakistan’s broad money supply hits Rs38.09 trillion

  KARACHI – Pakistan’s broad money supply, known as M2, rose to Rs38.09 trillion by June 6, 2025, showing a weekly increase of Rs4.32 billion, according to the State Bank of Pakistan. This marks a significant rise from Rs35.88 trillion recorded at the end of the last fiscal year, meaning the total increase since then […]

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20 h. ago Gold Prices in Pakistan drop for third day in a row amid global dip

KARACHI – Gold rates in Pakistan moved down for third straight session with the price of 24-karat gold coming down

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21 h. ago Pakistan’s current account surplus tops $1.8 billion in first 11 months of FY25

KARACHI – Pakistan’s current account balance showed a surplus of $1.812 billion during the first 11 months of fiscal year 2024-25, a significant improvement compared to a deficit of $1.572 billion in the same period last year. This positive trend reflects stronger external financial flows despite ongoing economic challenges. However, the current account recorded a […]

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22 h. ago Careem exits Pakistan after nearly a decade of online taxi services — here’s why?

KARACHI – Online taxi giant Careem pulls out of Pakistan after 9 years of ride-hailing operations, with the service officially

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