6 h. ago Sindh budget sparks criticism over big deficit and Karachi neglect

The Policy Research and Advisory Council (PRAC) has raised strong concerns about the Sindh government’s new budget for 2025–26. The council criticized the budget for increasing the fiscal deficit, cutting support to local governments, and neglecting Karachi’s development needs. This year’s budget shows a deficit of Rs38.5 billion, compared to a balanced budget last year. […]

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7 h. ago Penn state creates world’s first computer without silicon using atom

Engineers at Pennsylvania State University have made a major breakthrough by building the world’s first computer entirely from atom-thin, two-dimensional materials—without using any silicon. This development could open the door to smaller, more energy-efficient electronic devices in the future. According to a study published in Nature, the new computer uses two advanced 2D materials: molybdenum […]

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30 h. ago Karachi, Hyderabad, Sindh weather: Intermittent rains expected

KARACHI – Rains and gusty winds with isolated heavy falls are expected in Karachi, Hyderabad and parts of Sindh on

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34 h. ago Sindh CM unveils bold budget plan, slams centre over withheld funds and project cuts

KARACHI – Sindh Chief Minister Murad Ali Shah laid out the province’s fiscal and development agenda during a post-budget press conference on Saturday, while sharply criticising the federal government for financial shortfalls. He revealed that Sindh was informed just a day before the budget announcement that Rs105 billion in expected federal funds would be withheld. […]

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35 h. ago Hyderabad’s Rs20 billion development plan misses key basics like water and sewage

HYDERABAD – The Sindh government has allocated over Rs20 billion for various development projects in Hyderabad for the fiscal year 2025-26. However, crucial projects related to water filtration, sewage treatment, and public parks have been surprisingly left out of the Public Sector Development Programme (PSDP). The pollution of the Indus River and its canals in […]

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46 h. ago Sindh, KP up in arms for ‘being ignored’ in federal projects

Sindh Chief Minister Murad Ali Shah criticised the federal government for failing to meet its financial commitments to the province, while promising enhanced development and relief measures in the 2025-26 budget. Speaking at a post-budget press conference on Saturday, Shah said the provincial budget totalled Rs3.45 trillion, with a record Rs1.018 trillion allocated for development […]

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55 h. ago PPP not to support federal budget if demands are not met: CM Sindh

KARACHI: Sindh Chief Minister Syed Murad Ali Shah has threatened that PPP will not support the federal budget if their demands, including withdrawal of proposed 18 percent tax on solar panels, are not fulfilled by the Centre. Addressing his post-budget press conference in Karachi on Saturday, CM Murad Ali Shah said “Sindh is not a […]

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58 h. ago Sindh boosts education budget by 18%, prioritizes digital learning and student support

The Sindh government has allocated Rs613.36 billion for education in the 2025–26 budget. This is an 18% increase from last year’s Rs519 billion. The budget covers all education levels, from primary to university, and includes both development and non-development expenses. A major portion, Rs524.32 billion, will go toward non-development spending, like salaries and school operations. […]

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58 h. ago Sindh boosts law and order budget to Rs179.7 billion for 2025

The Sindh government has increased its law and order budget to Rs179.7 billion for the 2025-26 fiscal year. This marks a 4.5% rise from last year’s Rs172 billion. A large portion, Rs117 billion, is set aside for the police. The move reflects the government’s push to improve safety, especially in crime-hit areas like Karachi. The […]

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58 h. ago Karachi shaken again as 3.2 magnitude earthquake hits eastern areas

Karachi experienced another mild earthquake on Saturday, with tremors felt in Landhi, Quaidabad, and Malir. According to the Seismological Center, the earthquake measured 3.2 on the Richter scale. People rushed out of their homes in fear, chanting prayers as they gathered in open spaces. This marks the 37th earthquake felt in Karachi in recent months, […]

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59 h. ago Sindh’s budget boost: Sales tax cut to 8%, new rules to help businesses thrive

The Sindh government has announced major tax reforms in its FY2025-26 budget to support businesses and boost revenue. It plans to reduce the sales tax on services from 10% to 8%, cutting it by 2%. This reduction aims to simplify the tax system and reduce the financial pressure on both businesses and consumers. In a […]

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60 h. ago Sindh CM unveils Rs3,450 billion budget with record development plans

Sindh Chief Minister Murad Ali Shah has presented a record Rs3,450 billion budget for the fiscal year 2025–26. He announced that the province plans to complete 1,460 development schemes this year, a significant jump from 603 last year. The chief minister emphasized that if the federal government releases full funds, the development budget may increase […]

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69 h. ago Sindh High Court orders demolition of illegal fourth floor in Hyderabad flats

HYDERABAD: The Sindh High Court (SHC) has ordered the demolition of an illegal fourth floor added to a building in the Kohsar housing scheme, Hyderabad, following a legal dispute over construction violations. The building, originally designed as a ground-plus-three-storey structure with 39 flats, was found to have an unapproved fourth floor that endangered the lives […]

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3 d. ago Sindh government committed to ending child labour, says CM Murad

KARACHI: Sindh Chief Minister Murad Ali Shah reaffirmed the province’s strong commitment to eradicating child labour during a message on World Day Against Child Labour. He stated that the provincial government continues to intensify its school enrollment campaign to ensure that every child receives an education. The CM highlighted that strict enforcement of existing child […]

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3 d. ago JSM stages strike in Sindh, demands action against lawlessness

HYDERABAD: A shutter-down strike took place in Kashmore-Kandhkot district on Thursday, organized by Jeay Sindh Mahaz (JSM) in response to increasing incidents of kidnappings, robberies, and extortion across Larkana and Sukkur. JSM Chairman Riaz Ali Chandio announced that peaceful protests would be held province-wide on June 15 to pressure the government to take action against […]

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3 d. ago Sindh Budget 2025: Salary, Pensions and Adhoc Relief Update for Govt employees

KARACHI – Sigh of relief for government employees, as Chief Minister of Sindh announced a considerable increase in salaries and

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3 d. ago Sindh presents Rs 3.45 trillion budget with salary and pension increases

Sindh Chief Minister Syed Murad Ali Shah presented the budget for the fiscal year 2025-26, totaling Rs 3.45 trillion. He announced a 10 to 12 percent ad hoc relief allowance for government employees. Additionally, five taxes will be abolished to reduce the financial burden on citizens, including the removal of professional tax and entertainment duty. […]

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3 d. ago Govt aims to transform Sindh into regional economic hub: spokesperson

The Sindh Government is actively implementing a series of high-impact development and investment initiatives aimed at transforming the province into a regional economic hub. According to Mustafa Abdullah Baloch, Spokesperson for the Sindh Government, these efforts are being carried out under the progressive economic vision of PPP Chairman Bilawal Bhutto Zardari. Several flagship projects are […]

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4 d. ago PTI stages protest demanding Imran Khan and Bushra Bibi’s release

KARACHI: Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) Sindh organized a protest rally outside the City Court Karachi, calling for the immediate release of party leader Imran Khan and his wife, Bushra Bibi. A large group of PTI leaders, lawyers, workers, and supporters participated in the demonstration, holding banners and chanting slogans in support of the detained leaders. PTI […]

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4 d. ago Police recapture 157 escapees from Malir Jail, manhunt for 68 still ongoing

KARACHI: Police in Karachi have successfully rearrested four more prisoners who escaped from Malir District Jail, also known as Bacha Jail, over a week ago. This brings the total number of prisoners rearrested to 157, while the manhunt continues for the remaining 68 fugitives. The prison break, which occurred over a week ago, involved 225 […]

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