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Muharram security: Cellular services restored in parts of Sindh, Punjab
Cellular services have been restored in Karachi, Faisalabad, Multan and Rawalpindi.
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Karachi railways: New superintendent promises punctual trains
Announcement says Maqsoodun Nabi has taken over as the new divisional superintendent at Pakistan Railways, Karachi.
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Recouping losses: Prepare to pay more parking fee as KMC launches recovery drive
The amount will allow the KMC to pay its employees, says KMC commissioner.
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AKU-EB high achievers to get scholarship from Fancy Foundation
The scholarships will cover tuition fee and book allowances for 10 students enrolled each in grade 11 and grade 12.
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Lessons from history: IBA hosts French, German diplomats
Similarity between Franco-German tiff in past & Pak-India distrust today invited discussion, queries from the audience
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Mutually beneficial ties: ‘Germany looks forward to trade conferences’
German consul-general believes Pakistan is a great place for business.
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Prepared to fight: MQM plans to bring A game to local government polls
Prominent leaders of the party had filed nomination papers before the polls were delayed.
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Generation after generation: Nida to carry forward Khuhro’s political legacy
Education minister’s daughter files nomination papers for chairperson slot in UC-3 of Larkana.
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Plan busted: Three ‘TTP’ men die but take down a Rangers sepoy
The alleged militants were planning a terrorist activity for Muharram 10.
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Misappropriation of funds: FIA charges revenue minister for scam
Makhdoom Jameeluz Zaman is also nominated in another graft case.
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Public transport: Qingqis to be modified based on NED study
The vehicles may be regularised after they are tweaked to conform to safety measures.
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Killings in the city: Three men, minor girl killed
On-duty officer Muhammad Shaukat said the girl was shot once in the head.
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Public-private initiative: SEF to renovate 392 schools across Sindh
Since July, 80% of the schools have been renovated, the rest to be completed by December.
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Tragic accident: Four labourers hurt while dismantling water tank
Half of the structure had been dismantled when it collapsed on the ground along with the labourers.
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Tilting the balance: District council abolished, Karachi suburbs to join KMC
PPP defends decision by saying it will lead to the development of these areas.
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Muharram (in) security: Triple blasts rock Karachi
CID claim to have killed six suspected terrorists near Kati Pahari, recover large cache of weapons, explosives.
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Khairpur diaries: Where women earn and women rule
This entire village in Sindh earns a living by its women making rillis, giving its women an almost matriarchal status.
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Saving the day: Chemical factory catches fire
Fire fighters managed to put out the blazes that erupted at a chemical factory in Sher Shah on Tuesday afternoon.
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Training technicians: Medical courses to start at Leprosy hospital
The training courses are on food inspection, physiotherapy, dental surgery, operation theatre and X-ray machines.
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Matters of academia: SALU wants KU, SU to respect its jurisdiction
VC has appealed to the provincial minister to prevent KU and SU from opening their campuses in Khairpur.
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Candidates start unofficial campaigns
Most candidates were directed by their party leaders to start campaigning without formal approval of candidature.
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Holistic approach: Guest houses come under police radar as part of Muharram security
To avoid terror activities, police compile data of visitors at guest houses in the city.
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No longer in bloom: Urban growth takes its toll on horticulture business
Increase in inflation has served a severe blow to the business, says seller .
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Extortion case: Court acquits man who fired at Jeddah Ice Cream for want of evidence
The suspect was arrested for allegedly demanding extortion from the shop owner.
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Justice prevails: Sindh High Court cancels illegal promotion orders
Despite withdrawal of orders, BISE employees continue pen-down strike.
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Dengue prevention: Commissioner orders action against shopkeepers if they fail to comply
Shoaib Siddiqui addressed meeting on dengue prevention, insists on fumigation.
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Karachi operation: Two alleged TTP militants among 32 suspects arrested
TTP militants have allegedly killed 16 policemen and four police informants, claims DIG West.
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Seeking delays: Sindh says it cannot meet Dec 7 deadline for LG elections
Govt yet to appoint deputy commissioner, RO for Korangi district.
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Devolving governance: Judges to head tribunals for LG elections
SHC CJ gave his consent on a request by the provincial government.
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5,000 petitioners want justice for Perween Rahman
Orangi Pilot Project’s Rahman was shot dead in Karachi in March this year.
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Sindh, Punjab seek blockage of cell phone services for Ashura
Earlier, Sindh government had imposed ban on the pillion riding on Muharram 9 and 10
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Kidnapping: Sindh Express reporter goes missing
The family said their last contact with Thaheem was when he was near Naudero. Police have yet to register the case.
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Fulfil your promises: Goods transporters’ strike enters sixth day
Protesters threaten to cause a complete gridlock in Karachi after Muharram 10.
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‘Under-cover’ operation: Police accused of robbery
When the residents took to the streets they claimed that the police also stole jewellery and cash from the house.
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Petitioner seeks court direction to stop DHA’s ‘illegal’ projects
A single bench had earlier allowed the private builders to raise constructions at own risk.
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To ‘save higher education’, 200 faculty members come together
The search committee for appointment of VCs should have academics, say protesters.
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International licences: Clifton branch goes global
Diving licence branch has been established where data of both local and international driving licences will be stored.
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Financial irregularities: NED teachers seek accountability for mismanaged funds
General body meeting of Neta unanimously resolved that vice-chancellor should restructure top administration of NED.
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In respect of Muharram: MPAs demand end to power outages
KESC was issuing exorbitant bills but when it comes to ensuring uninterrupted power supply, officials do not pay heed.
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Shameful attack: Two mourners hurt during attack on procession
The injured were released after first-aid treatment at Abbasi Shaheed Hospital.
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Voicing concerns: Doctors protest alleged maltreatment of colleague
A doctor at the JPMC’s emergency ward had been ill-treated by students on Saturday.
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Controversial decision: Govt employees decry illegal promotions of junior officers
Protesters demand removal of secretary boards and universities.
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All in favour say ‘aye’: MPAs agree to delay local govt elections
Problems in campaigning and printing of ballot papers among reasons given for delay .
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World Diabetes Day: ‘120,000 people die of diabetes in Pakistan every year’
Education, prevention keys to fighting diabetes, stress AKU doctors.
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Malpractice: Gravediggers charging up to eight times the official rates
Some cemeteries that had been officially closed are still in use, says official.
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Refuting the right to information
FOI requires Sindh education ministry to provide information in 21 days. Regrettably, it failed even after 85 days.
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Sindh assembly passes resolution for delay in local bodies poll
Resolution was passed by PPP, MQM, PML-N and PML-F.
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Parliamentary speaking: Nation should be taken into confidence on talks with Taliban, says Aitzaz
KGS beats Aitchison in final of under-19 debating competition.
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Notification: Rangers get policing powers in Karachi
Get authorisation from Sindh govt to shoot to kill suspects on resistance.
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Assisting ashura: KESC promises no load-shedding
“We have devised a plan to prevent any unwanted incidents during the month of Muharram,” said a KESC spokesperson.