Ramazan

Pakistanis may love their samosas and pakoras, but what does the rest of the Muslim world eat during Ramazan?

USC authorities accused of adulteration of food items stocked at its stores in a scam amounting to Rs30 million

Ever wondered where the jalebi came from? The Express Tribune explores the origins of this mouth-watering delight.

Hyderabad administration to set up bachat bazaars and complaint cells to control illegal price hikes.

Posters of Amir Liaquat and Owais Qadri replace Sheila and Munni but adult film shops continue to operate undercover.

Special arrangements for Sahar and Iftar have been done on the instructions of CM Shahbaz Sharif.

Expert advice on how to keep the pounds from packing on this month.

307 of 325 planned bazaars operational on first day of Ramazan.

Residents of some areas complain that markets are only selling a few basic items rather than full variety of groceries

Until the secularists muster up some courage and take some risks, they will not succeed in spreading their viewpoint.

Punjab Home Department says legal action will also be taken against those who will donate to these organisations.

Police have made foolproof security plan for markets, mosques and other important places

Qasim Khan Mosque challenged for invalid moon sighting announcement for Ramazan.

SSGC will increase gas supply to 200 million cubic feet per day (mmcfd) to Karachi Electric Supply Company in Ramazan,

Dates were sold at Rs2,200 to Rs2,500 per 40kg the previous year but they will be sold at Rs4,200 to Rs4,500 this year

Centre, province given more time to respond to petition.

Officials have the authority to arrest and fine hoarders and profiteers.

Workers, volunteers say govt hasn’t released funds for 10 months.

Italian and Chinese restaurants hope samosas and pakoras will boost sales in holy month.

CM tries to check illegal price hikes during the holy month.

Ramazan to be observed in the country from August 2. Ruet-i-Hilal Committee makes official announcement.

Motion submitted against cleric who announced sighting of moon in province on Sunday.

Customers complain of exorbitant prices and exploitation of demand.

Provincial govt refrains as Qasim Ali Khan mosque goes ahead with announcement.

He later visited the bazaars in Johar Town, Model Town, Islampura, Shadara and Wagha Town.

CCPO directs officials to implement security plan; SPs say plan not received yet.

We'll see whether they do that or not, says Mullen.

Police in plain clothes to be deployed at sensitive places, latest technology to be used.

With consumers’ co-operation, PESCO can overcome the current energy crisis

Union says that if prices were not reduced they would take to the streets.

Withdrawal symptoms such as irritability, anger, restlessness and insomnia - could be overcome through will power.

The mills have been denied a quota for subsidised wheat for three years.

The project will help people by providing free treatment for TB, Hepatitis B and C and liver diseases.

office hours from 8:30 am to 1:45 pm from Monday to Thursday and Saturday during the month.

DCO pledges strict imposition of Ramazan Ordinance.

One year Ayub Khan decided enough was enough. Official moon-spotters would decide, guided by military commanders.

Ramazan most likely on August 1.

Iftari would consist of a Jam-i-shireen syrup drink, juice, a cupcake, peaches and dates.

‘Additional import of 2,500 tons to keep prices stable’.

Food dept says quality wheat being supplied to mills.

Shoaib Malik, Younus Khan, Shahid Afridi, Kamran Akmal, Umar Gul, and Umar Akmal are lined up to feature in the event.

Reducing loadshedding during the month of fasting is PEPCO’s first priority, says DG PEPCO.

eating and drinking at public places has been banned.

Revenue officers to ensure prices of essential commodities are checked on a daily basis during the month of Ramazan.

All liquor shops will remain closed throughout the province according to the Ramazanul Mubarak Ordinance

The market just isn’t profitable enough, say farmers.

Finnish giant increases applications and teams up with TV channels.

If the issue is not resolved, then a final way is to follow Saudi Arabia for commencing Ramazan or celebrating Eid.

The DCO said that flour and sugar would be sold below market rates at the bazaars.

Alternative arrangements should be made as traffic situation in Ramazan could get worse, said KTAC