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Perplexing protocols: Death certificate procedure termed complicated
In the absence of a one window system, crediting of pensions, issuing of identity cards to dependents is delayed
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Post-rain debris damages vehicles
Commuters are forced to repair, replace perforated parts in times of soaring inflation
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Shortage of flour agitates beneficiaries
Utility stores fail to provide ration at subsidised rates to citizens standing in long queues for hours
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Crushed by inflation: Porters left to fend for themselves
Coolies are not treated as employees of Pakistan Railways and thus are left to the mercy of contractors
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Dowry culture still prevalent despite economic downturn
High inflation has transformed the wedding culture, forcing families to limit rituals or even delay marriage
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Bizarre city planning: The curious case of Karachi’s disappearing footpaths
Selected few that do remain are too narrow for walking, inaccessible for differently abled individuals
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Citizens exhausted due to absence of awnings, trees
Poor urban planning and deforestation have aggravated the impact of heat on the populace
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Paucity of slaughterhouses exacerbates pollution
Citizens slaughter animals all across the city, paying no heed to cleanliness
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Misplaced priorities: Street lights dysfunctional in many areas
Lack of illumination of roadways, public places at night leads to crime
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People increasingly opting for group sacrifices
Soaring inflation, dwindling purchasing power, and financial hardships are some of the reasons