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			<title>SSP’s son held after DHA checkpoint clash in Karachi</title>
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			<pubDate>Fri, 01 May 26 18:06:52 +0500</pubDate>
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				<![CDATA[Munawwar Khan]]>
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				<![CDATA[Conflicting accounts from sub-inspector, accused’s parents prompt an official inquiry]]>
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				<![CDATA[A late-night police check in Defence Housing Authority spiralled into a high-profile confrontation involving the son of a senior police officer and a police sub-inspector, triggering an arrest, viral videos and a formal inquiry into the incident.

The incident took place between Thursday and Friday night.

The clash occurred during snap checking in Phase VII, where police stopped a double-cabin vehicle fitted with police-style lights and an allegedly fake number plate. What followed was a heated exchange between the driver &mdash; later identified as Khubaib, son of Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP) Naseem Ara Panhwar &mdash; and Sub-Inspector Shahzaib Shakeel, the in-charge of the Qayyumabad police post.








In videos recorded from both sides, the situation quickly escalated. Police footage shows the officer accusing the young man of hurling abuses and grabbing his collar, while repeatedly warning him to remain respectful.

A separate clip, filmed by the driver, captured the officer retorting, &ldquo;What is so special about being an SSP&rsquo;s son? I am one too,&rdquo; as tensions mount.

Police later registered a case and arrested Khubaib on charges including obstruction of duty, impersonation and use of a fake number plate, along with allegations of misconduct and physical confrontation. Authorities said the vehicle carried unauthorised police fittings, including tinted windows and official-style lights.








According to the first information report, the suspect allegedly refused to identify himself, claimed his mother was a senior officer and directed armed guards accompanying him to push the officer aside. The complainant further alleged that, during an attempt to detain him, the suspect grabbed his collar, used abusive language and fled the scene with his guards.

Read: FBR inspector critically wounded in Clifton shooting; case registered against ex-cop&#39;s son

However, the suspect&rsquo;s father, Ali Anwar, presented a sharply different account. Speaking to reporters, he claimed that after the incident, both he and his wife visited the police station, where the officer in question apologised. He said the family cooperated fully, handing over the vehicle, but alleged that the situation changed dramatically after the video went viral.

Police officials confirmed that an inquiry had been ordered by the South SSP, who appointed Clifton Superintendent of Police Khalid Javed as the investigation officer. The probe will examine the conduct of all parties, including the actions of the police personnel involved.]]>
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			<title>Sindh CM, Danish envoy discuss investment, renewable energy</title>
			<link>https://tribune.com.pk/story/2605820/sindh-cm-danish-envoy-discuss-investment-renewable-energy</link>
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			<pubDate>Fri, 01 May 26 07:04:31 +0500</pubDate>
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				<![CDATA[Saleem Jhandir]]>
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				<![CDATA[Ambassador Mortensen expresses Denmark’s interest in green energy initiatives in Sindh]]>
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				<![CDATA[Sindh Chief Minister Murad Ali Shah on Friday met Denmark&rsquo;s ambassador, Maja Derrous Mortensen, in Karachi and discussed investment opportunities, environmental protection, and the promotion of clean and renewable energy, particularly wind power projects.

According to a statement issued by the Chief Minister&rsquo;s House, CM Sindh&nbsp;told the Ambassador that the provincial government is working to improve electricity distribution and reduce power tariffs by lowering production costs and transmission losses.

He said Sindh already has its own transmission company and is pursuing projects aimed at providing cheaper electricity to consumers. &ldquo;Lower electricity costs will provide relief to the public and ensure industrial growth,&rdquo; he said.

Both sides discussed potential investment in wind corridors and wind energy projects. The chief minister said Sindh is keen to develop the renewable energy sector and has significant potential for wind power generation.

Ambassador Mortensen expressed Denmark&rsquo;s interest in green energy initiatives in Sindh, noting that the province could become a key regional hub for wind energy.

She said Denmark places strong emphasis on environmentally friendly projects and is keen to explore new investment opportunities with Sindh.

Read: Families seek urgent action as Somali pirates hold Pakistani crew

The chief minister also highlighted coastal development plans, including the strategic port area of Keti Bandar, which he said holds historical significance and lies just 56 kilometres from Karachi.

He said the development of Keti Bandar into a modern port could ease pressure on Karachi&rsquo;s existing port infrastructure and become an important centre for future economic activity.

Shah also invited Danish investors to explore opportunities in Sindh, saying the provincial government is providing a favourable environment for foreign investment.

Both sides agreed on further strengthening Pakistan&ndash;Denmark relations and exchanged greetings on 75 years of successful diplomatic ties.







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			<title>PML-N youth wing member killed in Karachi cafe firing, FIR registered</title>
			<link>https://tribune.com.pk/story/2605827/pml-n-youth-wing-member-killed-in-karachi-cafe-firing-fir-registered</link>
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			<pubDate>Fri, 01 May 26 08:17:50 +0500</pubDate>
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				<![CDATA[Sajid Rauf]]>
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				<![CDATA[Police obtain CCTV footage, begin further investigation]]>
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				<![CDATA[A case has been registered at Karachi&#39;s Gulistan-e-Johar police station on Friday&nbsp;over a firing incident at a cafe&nbsp;during a dispute in which one young man was killed and another injured. The FIR names four&nbsp;suspects, including the cafe&nbsp;manager and security guard, along with unidentified persons. Police had earlier detained six individuals, including the cafe&nbsp;manager and security guard, and shifted them to the police station.

During the late night between Thursday and Friday, a firing incident took place at a cafe&nbsp;in Block 1 of Gulistan-e-Johar police station limits, resulting in the death of 22-year-old Najeebullah, son of Niaz Ali, and injuries to another young man, Adnan, son of Khalid Hussain.

A case of murder and attempted murder (FIR No. 26/369) was registered on the complaint of the deceased&rsquo;s brother, Mubashir Ali, at Gulistan-e-Johar police station. The nominated suspects include Jahanzaib, cafe&nbsp;manager Mehdi, Hussain Shah,&nbsp;security guard Akramullah, and unidentified persons.

According to police officials, some young men had entered the cafe&nbsp;and sat in the family section, upon which the management asked them to leave. They&nbsp;initially went back&nbsp;but later returned with more people, after which an argument broke out and the situation escalated into violence.

Read:&nbsp;Sindh Rangers arrest &lsquo;papa gang&rsquo; leader in Karachi

During the confrontation, some individuals allegedly attempted to snatch a weapon from the security guard, who was pushed to the ground and beaten. Police said the guard then opened fire, resulting in one death and one injury.

Police have also obtained CCTV footage of the incident and have begun further investigation. They added that further legal proceedings will follow after the completion of the inquiry.








On the other hand, a friend of the deceased and president of the youth wing, Zohaib, confirmed that the deceased belonged to the PML-N youth wing. Zohaib said children from the area used to visit the sheesha cafe, where drugs were allegedly being used openly, which is why youth wing members had come to the cafe&nbsp;area to check the situation and stop children from visiting.

He said they had also asked the cafe&nbsp;owners to shut down the &ldquo;illegal business,&rdquo; but they did not comply.

Read more:&nbsp;CCTV blow to claims as deadly firing mystery unravels

PS-100 PML-N office bearer Taufiq Ahmed Mangi said Najeeb was an office bearer and member of the organising committee. He said some young men came to speak to the caf&eacute; management about stopping drugs and the caf&eacute; operations, but the security guard misbehaved.

When Najeeb tried to intervene, the cafe&nbsp;owner, his son, and three to four others allegedly pulled out pistols and opened fire. Mangi said a bullet hit Najeeb in the chest, and he died on the spot, while another worker trying to help him was pushed and also shot in the foot.

He further alleged that the cafe&nbsp;owner openly claimed that they paid Rs300,000 to Rs400,000 as a bribe to the police and said no one could harm them as he was the son of an Senior Superintendent of Police.

Mangi added that the caf&eacute; owner and his associates had been involved in previous incidents of firing, injuring several people, and killing a young man.]]>
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			<title>Sindh Rangers arrest ‘papa gang’ leader in Karachi</title>
			<link>https://tribune.com.pk/story/2605819/sindh-rangers-arrest-papa-gang-leader-in-karachi</link>
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			<pubDate>Fri, 01 May 26 05:56:34 +0500</pubDate>
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				<![CDATA[Sajid Rauf]]>
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				<![CDATA[Suspect involved in 200–250 robberies, 40–50 motorcycles, 300–400 phones, Rs5–6m cash snatched]]>
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				<![CDATA[Sindh Rangers, based on intelligence, arrested a gang leader involved in multiple robberies and street crime incidents in Karachi&rsquo;s Shah Faisal Colony area on Friday, according to an official statement.

The press release issued by Pakistan Rangers (Sindh) identified the suspect as Nauman Ahmed alias &ldquo;papa&rdquo;, son of Zahoor Ahmed, described as the head of the &ldquo;Papa gang&rdquo;, who was taken into custody. Two snatched mobile phones and one motorcycle were recovered from his possession.

&quot;The suspect, along with accomplices, had been involved in numerous incidents of robbery, street crime, firing, police encounters, and snatching of motorcycles and mobile phones across Shah Faisal Colony, Korangi, Gulistan-e-Jauhar, Malir and adjoining areas, as well as in parts of Punjab,&quot; it added.

Read: Sindh Rangers, police arrest suspect involved in extortion in Karachi&#39;s Lyari

The statement further mentioned that the suspect was involved in approximately 200 to 250 robbery incidents, snatching of 40 to 50 motorcycles, 300 to 400 mobile phones, and cash worth around Rs5 to 6 million.

According to the arrested suspect, he was injured in a police encounter in Bhains Colony and managed to escape during a police encounter in Shah Faisal Colony.

The suspect was a habitual offender who had previously been arrested in Punjab on robbery charges. Multiple cases have been registered against him in police stations in Karachi and Punjab, the statement added.

&quot;Two of his accomplices have already been arrested by Rangers and sent to jail, while efforts are underway to apprehend other members of the group,&quot; it added.

&quot;The suspect has been handed over to the police along with the recovered items for further legal proceedings,&quot; the statement added.

The Rangers spokesperson appealed to the public to report such elements by contacting the nearest Rangers check post, the Rangers helpline 1101, or the Rangers Madadgar WhatsApp number 03479001111, assuring that the identity of informants will be kept confidential.







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			<title>Families seek urgent action as Somali pirates hold Pakistani crew</title>
			<link>https://tribune.com.pk/story/2605751/families-seek-urgent-action-as-somali-pirates-hold-pakistani-crew</link>
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			<pubDate>Thu, 30 Apr 26 20:15:08 +0500</pubDate>
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				<![CDATA[Our Correspondent]]>
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				<![CDATA[Relatives of kidnapped seafarers say 0-day-silence has deepened fears, urge govt to ensure safe return]]>
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				<![CDATA[Families of Pakistani crew members of an oil tanker seized by pirates in Somalia have expressed deep concern over the safety of their loved ones, saying 10 days have passed since the hijacking of the vessel and no tangible progress has been made for their recovery.

Addressing a press conference at the Karachi Press Club on Thursday, the relatives said the lives of the kidnapped crew members remain at serious risk amid reported shortages of food and water on board the vessel.

They said the federal government has not directly contacted affected families nor provided any clear update regarding ransom demands or ongoing negotiations. The families urged government authorities to immediately appoint a focal person to maintain communication with them and keep them informed of developments.

The families demanded swift action for the safe recovery and repatriation of the seized Pakistani crew members, saying they are living under extreme mental distress and uncertainty.

According to details shared during the presser, oil tanker MT Honor 25 was hijacked by Somali pirates on April 21 near Somali waters. The 17-member crew includes 10 Pakistani nationals. The vessel is reportedly operated by Worf Chartering, a company registered in Indonesia, while the ship&#39;s captain is also said to be Indonesian.

The families said the Pakistani crew includes officers and ratings serving in different capacities, including engineers, oilers, and a fitter. They added that while crew members had previously managed occasional communication with their families, contact has now been disrupted due to their captivity.

The distraught families said they have no confirmed information regarding ransom demands or any formal communication from the pirates.

They appealed to Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif to take immediate notice of the situation and ensure the safe return of the crew. They also urged Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar to intervene, saying repeated attempts to contact authorities have not yielded any response.

The families further demanded the formation of a high-level committee to handle the case and called for urgent diplomatic efforts to resolve the issue on a priority basis.

They also appealed to the United Nations to take action against rising incidents of maritime piracy and to strengthen international measures for the protection of seafarers.

The families said they have been informed of contacts between Pakistani and Somali authorities and expressed hope that efforts will soon lead to the safe return of their loved ones.]]>
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			<title>Daily-wage workers protest, blocked from marching to CM House</title>
			<link>https://tribune.com.pk/story/2605538/daily-wage-workers-protest-blocked-from-marching-to-cm-house</link>
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			<pubDate>Wed, 29 Apr 26 21:02:30 +0500</pubDate>
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				<![CDATA[Our Correspondent]]>
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				<![CDATA[Water Management staff demand regularisation, warn of protest expansion if talks not held]]>
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				<![CDATA[Daily-wage employees of the Lower Staff Water Management Agriculture Department staged a protest outside the local press club on Wednesday, demanding regularisation of their services.

The protest was led by Mumtaz Pehnoor. Later, the protesters attempted to march towards the Chief Minister&#39;s House; however, police blocked their advance in the Red Zone by placing barricades and sealing off the road.

A heavy contingent of police was deployed to maintain security in the area. The protesters continued their demonstration near the barricades and recorded their protest.

Police officials held negotiations with the protesters and assured them that their demands would be conveyed to senior government authorities.

The protesters demanded regularisation of lower staff employees and called for direct talks with government representatives. They warned that if their demands were not addressed, they would march towards the Chief Minister&#39;s House or the Sindh Secretariat.]]>
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			<title>Karachi-Lahore comparisons 'do not serve Pakistan': Murtaza Wahab</title>
			<link>https://tribune.com.pk/story/2605456/karachi-lahore-comparisons-do-not-serve-pakistan-murtaza-wahab</link>
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			<pubDate>Wed, 29 Apr 26 10:54:06 +0500</pubDate>
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				<![CDATA[Web Desk]]>
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				<![CDATA[Mayor says comparisons inappropriate given differences in population, infrastructure demands and resource availability]]>
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				<![CDATA[Karachi Mayor Murtaza Wahab on Wednesday objected to comparisons between Karachi and Lahore in terms of infrastructure and governance, saying the two provincial capitals face different on-ground realities.

He made the remarks during a joint press conference in Lahore alongside Punjab Housing Minister Bilal Yasin, who welcomed the Karachi mayor and his delegation on their arrival. Speaking at the briefing, Wahab said comparisons between Karachi and Lahore were inappropriate given differences in population, infrastructure demands and resource availability.

He noted that Karachi receives water from a distance of 125 kilometres, has a daily requirement of 1,100 million gallons, but is supplied only 550 million gallons per day (MGD), while its population continues to grow. He added that such comparisons create unnecessary friction and emphasised the need for both administrations to collaborate and share expertise.



واسا لاہور ہیڈ آفس میں کراچی واٹر اینڈ سیوریج کارپوریشن کے اعلیٰ سطحی وفد کی آمد

میئر کراچی مرتضیٰ وہاب کی زیر قیادت وفد میں چیف ایگزیکٹو آفیسر احمد علی صدیقی، چیف آپریٹنگ آفیسر اسداللہ خان، چیف کمرشل آفیسر حارث سرفراز اور چیف اسٹریٹیجی آفیسر صادق یونس، چیف فنانشل آفیسر عمار&hellip; pic.twitter.com/Vr12gA0TW4
&mdash; PPP Punjab update (@BishiBasharat) April 29, 2026


Yasin briefed the Karachi mayor on drainage and clean water supply projects in Lahore, outlining technical measures including SCADA-based monitoring systems, helpline services, solarisation, water metering and wastewater treatment plants.

He said the Punjab government had expanded five water agencies to 41 districts within a year, adding that thousands of kilometres of new pipelines were being laid under the WASA Punjab Development Plan.

He also noted that operational monitoring was being improved through full digitalisation of WASA, while the construction of underground water tanks would help improve drainage and groundwater levels.

Responding to a question, Wahab said such comparisons lead to &ldquo;an unfortunate situation&rdquo; and noted that the Karachi administration aims to complete under-construction bridges within 90 days.

Read More: Work restarts on Karachi&#39;s BRT Red Line on University Road: Mayor Wahab

Describing Karachi as Pakistan&rsquo;s &ldquo;commercial capital&rdquo;, he stressed the need for collective efforts. &ldquo;Presenting a Karachi-Lahore divide as a political conflict does not serve Pakistan,&rdquo; he said.

Wahab termed his first joint press conference in Lahore with Yasin an honour and said he had visited the city with a delegation from the Karachi Water Board. He also invited the people of Lahore to visit Karachi.

He said learning from each other was a positive process and announced that a memorandum of understanding would be signed between Karachi and Lahore WASA to enhance cooperation.

The delegation included CEO Ahmed Ali Siddiqui, COO Asadullah Khan, CCO Haris Sarfraz, CSO Sadiq Younis and CFO Ammar Khan. On the occasion, WASA Punjab Chairman Chaudhry Sher Ali Khan, Vice Chairman Chaudhry Shahbaz Ahmed and WASA Managing Director Ghafran Ahmed were also present.

Officials said the purpose of the visit was to exchange experiences between the two institutions and promote cooperation aimed at improving citizen services.]]>
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			<title>'E-transfer to make property transfer process simple, secure'</title>
			<link>https://tribune.com.pk/story/2605352/e-transfer-to-makeproperty-transferprocess-simple-secure</link>
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			<pubDate>Tue, 28 Apr 26 20:56:05 +0500</pubDate>
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				<![CDATA[Our Correspondent]]>
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				<![CDATA[Landowners will be able to carry out property transactions after paying prescribed government fees, taxes online]]>
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				<![CDATA[The Senior Member Board of Revenue Syed Khalid Hyder Shah has expressed hope that the launch of the property card system on a digital e-transfer platform will make the previously complex and lengthy property transfer process simple, fast, and secure. Visiting Matiari district to review progress on the rewriting of the record of rights on Monday, he believed that the e-registration of properties will also discourage corruption and illegal practices - a tacit acknowledgment that such ills still exist in the system.

The SMBR was briefed that the record of four dehs in Matiari has been rewritten while the exercise is progressing in 65 other dehs out of a total of 112 dehs in the district. Commissioner Hyderabad division Fayaz Abbasi described the Matiari team&#39;s work as exemplary for the entire province.

Member Reforms, Board of Revenue, Saifullah Abro said, the landowners will be able to easily carry out property transactions after paying the prescribed government fees and taxes online thanks to the digitisation. The Secretary Revenue Mehboob Siyal underlined that buyers and sellers can now visit the People&#39;s Service Center, and in the presence of two witnesses, complete the transfer of property or land records through a digital application at one place, saving both time and resources.

Under the system, once a property card is issued in the name of an owner, it will automatically update in the system whenever a newer transaction takes place.]]>
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			<title>BIEK announces inter exams schedule</title>
			<link>https://tribune.com.pk/story/2605347/biek-announces-inter-exams-schedule</link>
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			<pubDate>Tue, 28 Apr 26 20:56:05 +0500</pubDate>
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				<![CDATA[Our Correspondent]]>
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				<![CDATA[Over 160,000 candidates from various groups to appear]]>
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				<![CDATA[The Board of Intermediate Education Karachi has announced that the annual intermediate examinations for 2026 will begin on April 29, 2026 (today).

The examinations include students of Class XI and XII from Pre-Engineering, Pre-Medical, Science General, Home Economics, Arts Regular, Arts Private, Special Candidates, Diploma in Physical Education, as well as candidates appearing for improvement of grades/divisions, additional subjects, benefit cases, short subjects, TP (twelve papers), and special chance examinations.

The exams will continue until Monday, June 15, 2026, with more than 160,000 students expected to participate in morning and evening shifts. A total of 175 examination centres have been established across the city, including 130 centres for the morning shift and 45 for the evening shift. Of these, 21 centres have been declared highly sensitive.

Chairman BIEK, Fakir Muhammad Lakho, said, due to expected heat during the examination period, arrangements have also been made for rescue services (1122) and emergency medical support. First aid boxes and ambulances will be available near examination centers.]]>
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			<title>KE, KMC response sought on municipal tax hike in power bills</title>
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			<pubDate>Tue, 28 Apr 26 20:56:05 +0500</pubDate>
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				<![CDATA[City council approval not taken before increasing tax in power bills]]>
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				<![CDATA[The constitutional bench of the Sindh High Court has sought responses from K-Electric and Karachi Metropolitan Corporation on a petition challenging the increase in municipal tax included in electricity bills.

The two-member bench, headed by Justice Yousuf Ali Saeed, heard the petition filed by City Council Opposition Leader Saifuddin.

During the hearing, the petitioner&#39;s counsel, Usman Farooq, argued that the court had last year granted conditional permission for the imposition of the tax. He stated that any imposition or increase in the tax requires approval from the city council.

The counsel further contended that Mayor Murtaza Wahab unlawfully increased the tax without obtaining council approval. He requested the court to declare the increase illegal, adding that a fresh petition had been filed due to non-compliance with earlier court orders.

It was also argued that the court had directed that the tax be implemented in consultation with the opposition. However, the mayor imposed the Municipal Utility Charges and Taxes (MUCT) through electricity bills without such consultation.

Disability quota jobs

The constitutional bench of the Sindh High Court has sought a compliance report within two weeks on a petition against the Karachi Development Authority (KDA) for not granting employment to visually impaired siblings.

During the hearing, the petitioner&#39;s counsel, Usman Farooq Advocate, argued that the court had previously ordered both individuals to be regularised under the disability quota. The petitioners, Saima and Mujtaba, were appointed in KDA on a contract basis and worked there for two to three years.]]>
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			<title>PDP calls for awareness campaigns</title>
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			<pubDate>Wed, 08 Apr 26 20:31:53 +0500</pubDate>
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				<![CDATA[PDP chief organiser warned that the situation has reached a critical level, demanding immediate attention.]]>
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				<![CDATA[Pasban Democratic Party Karachi Chief Organiser Tariq Chandiwala has expressed concern over the alarming rise in monkeypox cases across Karachi and the rest of Sindh. He warned that the situation has reached a critical level, demanding immediate attention.

Chandiwala urged the Sindh government to take urgent, practical, and effective measures to prevent further spread of the disease. He called for an immediate increase in hospital facilities, establishment of isolation wards, proper training of medical staff, and wider access to testing for early diagnosis.

He also stressed the need for strict enforcement of precautionary measures at public places and the launch of a comprehensive awareness campaign to help citizens protect themselves and their families.]]>
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			<title>CCTV of boy falling into manhole surfaces</title>
			<link>https://tribune.com.pk/story/2600615/cctv-of-boy-falling-into-manhole-surfaces</link>
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			<pubDate>Wed, 01 Apr 26 20:08:35 +0500</pubDate>
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				<![CDATA[Row of four manholes with missing covers is visible on the street]]>
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				<![CDATA[The CCTV footage has emerged showing the incident of a child falling into an open manhole near Superhighway.

Four-year-old Ahsan lost his life after falling into an uncovered manhole. The child can be seen walking along the road in the footage. A row of four manholes with missing covers is visible on the street, with large stones placed around them.

The footage shows the child cautiously crossing the first manhole. However, as he approached the second one, he suddenly fell straight into the drain.]]>
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			<title>Runaway tankers, collisions kill three</title>
			<link>https://tribune.com.pk/story/2597815/runaway-tankers-collisions-kill-three</link>
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			<pubDate>Sun, 15 Mar 26 22:26:24 +0500</pubDate>
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				<![CDATA[Two others injured as separate traffic accidents raise safety concerns, police investigate causes]]>
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				<![CDATA[Three people lost their lives and two others were injured in separate traffic accidents in Landhi and Manghopir on Sunday. The incidents, involving motorcycles and runaway oil tankers, have raised safety concerns as police investigate the causes and review CCTV footage from the scenes.

A traffic accident near Landhi No 6 Chowrangi on Sunday left one young man dead and another injured. Both were riding a motorcycle when they were hit by a speeding, unidentified vehicle. The injured were rushed to Jinnah Hospital, where the deceased was identified as 25-year-old Yasir and the injured as 20-year-old Israr.

Meanwhile, two people were killed when an oil tanker lost control and struck them in Manghopir&#39;s Mianwali Colony. The victims have been identified as 70-year-old Lal Man Shah and 25-year-old Asadullah.

Manghopir SHO Khush Nawaz said initial investigations suggest the accident occurred due to brake failure in the oil tanker. Another stationary tanker on the roadside was struck by the moving tanker, which then collided with a dumper. Both victims were hit during the crash.]]>
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			<title>Over 30 drug dealers arrested in raids</title>
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			<pubDate>Sun, 15 Mar 26 22:26:24 +0500</pubDate>
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				<![CDATA[Narcotics, liquor, firearms recovered from arrested suspects]]>
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				<![CDATA[The police in Kotri and other areas of Jamshoro district have intensified their crackdown on drug dealers, apprehending more than 30 suspects, including a female drug peddler, during the past 15 days.

According to a police spokesperson, the operations were launched on the directives of IG Sindh as part of a special campaign against narcotics trafficking. Police from Kotri City, SITE Jamshoro, A and B Sections, Nooriabad, Manjhand, Thana Bola Khan and Sehwan police stations carried out multiple raids and arrests.

During these operations, Nooriabad police arrested Ahmed Ali Lashari and recovered three kilograms of charas from his possession. In a separate alleged police encounter, Rasheed Mallah and Darya Khan Mallah were arrested with pistols, while Saeed Tunio was also nabbed with a weapon after an alleged encounter.

Sehwan police arrested a female drug dealer, Amina Baloch, along with Saddam Solangi, recovering four kilograms of charas from them. Jamshoro police also arrested Ahmed Jamali with a stolen mobile phone, while Jamila Sheedi and Shahbaz Kanbar were detained with narcotics.

In other operations, Shabbir Ahmed Mirjat, Altaf, and Qadir Bux Brohi were arrested with pistols in a narcotics case. Thana Bola Khan police attempted to arrest Meyo Khan Memon with drugs, but he managed to escape.]]>
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			<title>Daughter held for robbing parents' home</title>
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			<pubDate>Sun, 15 Mar 26 22:26:24 +0500</pubDate>
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				<![CDATA[Nearly Rs15m recovered in gold, jewellery; three accomplices at large]]>
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				<![CDATA[A case of betrayal emerged in Karachi&#39;s Landhi area, where a daughter orchestrated a robbery at her parents&#39; home, looting nearly Rs15 million worth of gold and jewellery. The prime suspect, Azmi, has been arrested, while three of her accomplices remain at large.

According to police, the incident took place on March 14 at a residence in Area 4/B, Landhi No 5. Azmi planned the robbery with one female and two male friends. On the morning of the crime, she and her accomplices entered her parents&#39; home, held her father, mother, siblings, in-laws, and nieces and nephews at gunpoint and with knives, and looted gold and jewelry from the house&#39;s cupboards.

The case (FIR No 152/2026) was registered at Landhi Police Station under robbery sections, with the complaint lodged by Azmi&#39;s brother, Mohammad Khalid. Police began a detailed investigation and widened the scope to include family members as suspects after initial leads.

CCTV footage obtained during the investigation reportedly showed Azmi leaving the house twice before the robbery - once wearing a black abaya and returning in a different colour. Acting on suspicion, police detained Azmi, who eventually confessed to planning the robbery at her own mother&#39;s house.

Authorities also recovered the stolen gold and jewellery, which Azmi had hidden in her own room. Police said the suspect is divorced and works at a beauty parlor, while family members had previously complained about her poor conduct.

Efforts are ongoing to arrest the remaining accomplices. Police continue raids to track the three suspects, but no further arrests have been made so far.

Robbery foiled in DHA

An attempt to rob a house in DHA Phase VII was foiled after an alleged exchange of fire between police and armed muggers near Khayaban-e-Saadi. In this encounter, one outlaw was killed while two police officers sustained injuiries.

According to SSP South Mahzoor Ali, four armed robbers entered a bungalow and held the watchman and other domestic staff hostage at gunpoint. After receiving information through the Madadgar 15 helpline, police reached the scene, prompting the suspects to attempt an escape.

During the incident, three of the robbers managed to flee, while one suspect opened fire on the police party. As a result of the firing, 25-year-old police constable Shehzad Javed and 35-year-old constable Arsalan Malik were seriously injured. Police retaliated, killing the suspect on the spot.

Rescue sources said the injured policemen and body of the suspect were shifted to Jinnah Hospital. Constable Shehzad&#39;s condition was reported to be critical after he sustained a gunshot wound to the chest.

Taking notice of the incident, Sindh Interior Minister Ziaul Hassan Lanjar sought a report from the SSP South and directed authorities to ensure the best possible medical treatment for the injured officers. SSP South Mahzoor Ali later visited Jinnah Hospital to inquire about the health of the wounded policemen and instructed hospital staff to provide them with the best medical care.]]>
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			<title>PDP chief urges shift to domestic oil, gas for energy security</title>
			<link>https://tribune.com.pk/story/2597816/pdp-chief-urges-shift-to-domestic-oil-gas-for-energy-security</link>
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			<pubDate>Sun, 15 Mar 26 22:26:24 +0500</pubDate>
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				<![CDATA[Says escalating regional conflict, possibility of supply disruptions exposed Pakistan's vulnerability to energy shocks]]>
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				<![CDATA[Pasban Democratic Party (PDP) Chairman Altaf Shakoor on Sunday urged the government to focus on developing domestic oil and gas resources to ensure long-term energy security in the wake of the ongoing crisis in the Middle East.

In a statement, he said escalating conflict in the region and the possibility of supply disruptions had exposed Pakistan&#39;s vulnerability to global energy shocks, adding that fluctuations in international oil prices could have serious economic consequences for the country.

He said Pakistan imported the majority of its petroleum requirements and its annual oil import bill ran into billions of dollars. Any surge in global oil prices, he noted, quickly translated into higher fuel costs, increased electricity tariffs and additional pressure on the country&#39;s foreign exchange reserves.

Shakoor said the prevailing geopolitical uncertainty highlighted the need for Pakistan to reduce its dependence on imported energy and instead utilise its own natural resources.

He pointed out that despite heavy reliance on imports, Pakistan was not an energy-poor country. Geological surveys indicated the presence of significant untapped reserves of oil and natural gas in sedimentary basins across Sindh, Balochistan and parts of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, while offshore areas in the Arabian Sea were also believed to hold considerable hydrocarbon potential.

However, he said exploration activity in Pakistan had remained limited compared to countries with similar geological prospects. Domestic oil and gas production had either stagnated or declined in recent years, widening the gap between demand and local supply and increasing reliance on imports.

The PDP chief attributed the situation to regulatory uncertainty, bureaucratic delays and inconsistent policy frameworks, which he said had discouraged both local and international investors. He added that exploration companies required long-term stability and clear incentives before committing substantial capital to drilling and development projects.]]>
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			<title>Karachi gets a taste of summer</title>
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			<pubDate>Thu, 12 Mar 26 22:19:38 +0500</pubDate>
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				<![CDATA[Maximum temperature was recorded at 38.3°C, up 5.2°C from Wednesday's 33.1°C]]>
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				<![CDATA[The city experienced a hot and dry day on Thursday, with temperatures rising sharply compared to the previous day, according to the Meteorological Department. Northeastern winds from Balochistan influenced the city&#39;s weather, although lower humidity prevented a full-fledged heatwave.

The maximum temperature was recorded at 38.3&deg;C, up 5.2&deg;C from Wednesday&#39;s 33.1&deg;C. Morning humidity remained low at 16 per cent, while the minimum temperature in the early hours was 21.5&deg;C.]]>
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			<title>Nehal Hashmi sworn in as Sindh’s 35th governor</title>
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			<pubDate>Fri, 13 Mar 26 07:14:52 +0500</pubDate>
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				<![CDATA[Sindh High Court Chief Justice Zafar Ahmed Rajput takes oath from new governor]]>
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				<![CDATA[Pakistan Muslim League (N) leader Nehal Hashmi has taken the oath of office as the 35th governor of Sindh&nbsp;in&nbsp;a ceremony held&nbsp;at the Governor House in Karachi.

The&nbsp;Sindh High Court Chief Justice Zafar Ahmed Rajput took&nbsp;oath from the new governor&nbsp;

The oath-taking ceremony was attended by several prominent figures, including Sindh Chief Minister Syed Murad Ali Shah, Senior Minister Nasir Shah, Interior Minister Zia Lanjhar, chief secretary of Sindh, Karachi Deputy Mayor Salman Abdullah Murad, and Inspector General of Police Javed Alam Odho.








Hashmi, a Karachi-based lawyer and politician, previously served as a member of the Senate of Pakistan from March 2015 to February 2018. Born on January 28, 1960, in Karachi, he began practising law in the late 1980s and specialises in criminal and constitutional cases.

During his student years, he founded the All Pakistan Youth League and later formally entered politics in the 1990s. He joined the Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz in 1992 and served as an adviser on law, justice and human rights to former prime minister Nawaz Sharif from 1997 to 1999.

He has represented clients in several high-profile cases, including matters involving Nawaz Sharif before the National Accountability Bureau and proceedings related to the Murtaza Bhutto case. Hashmi served as the Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz president for Karachi in 2012 and was appointed the party&rsquo;s general secretary in Sindh in August 2014.

Read: Sindh politics faces a shake-up

In 2015, he was elected to the Senate on a Punjab seat on the PML-N ticket. He has also been active in raising civic issues related to Karachi. The federal government led by the PML-N later appointed him governor of Sindh.

President Asif Ali Zardari on Thursday approved the appointment of Nehal Hashmi as the new governor of Sindh on the advice of Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, replacing Kamran Tessori.

According to a statement from the President&rsquo;s House, the approval was granted under Articles 48 and 101 of the Constitution. The president also signed the commission of appointment formalising Hashmi&rsquo;s nomination. Earlier, the prime minister had sent a summary to the president for approval and later met Hashmi to congratulate him.

The president and the prime minister extended their congratulations and expressed good wishes for his tenure.

Meanwhile, outgoing governor Kamran Tessori thanked the president, prime minister and other officials for their support during his tenure and expressed hope that the incoming governor would continue public welfare initiatives, particularly programmes supporting IT students in the province.]]>
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			<title>Body of missing boy found in canal after 11 days</title>
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			<pubDate>Sat, 07 Mar 26 22:33:24 +0500</pubDate>
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				<![CDATA[Child's body found in Rohri Canal near village of Murad Khaskheli, sending shock through local community]]>
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				<![CDATA[A young body, Irfan Khasikhali, who had gone missing 11 days ago, was found dead. The child&#39;s body was found in the Rohri Canal near the village of Murad Khaskheli, sending shock and grief through the local community.

Upon receiving the news, the boy&#39;s family reached the site and took the body into their custody, transferring it to the Tehsil Hospital.]]>
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