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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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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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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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Housing policy: SBP and ABAD discuss ideas on low-cost housing
Government had planned to build 500,000 houses.
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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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Market watch: Index declines on monetary policy anticipation
Benchmark KSE-100 index falls 78.62 points.
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Possible revision: Analysts anticipate increase of 50 basis points in policy rate
State Bank to unveil monetary policy statement today.
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Next generation: PTA receives seven bids for 3G auction consultant
Consultants are likely to be shortlisted and hired by the end of month.
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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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Tennis: Hania progresses after comfortable win over Seher
Bilal Imran Lohya defeated Nouman Aftabb 6-2, 6-3 to move into the final of the U13 singles event.
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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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After Asian triumph, Imran eyes bigger scalps
Pakistan hockey captain content with performance of youngsters in Japan.
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Abbasi assails announcement of Whatmore farewell
Former PCB chief fears disturbance in team with premature disclosure.
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Maria B goes from lawn to linen
Designer is happy to be the first Pakistani to do designer linen.
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Yasir & Jawad’s Jaam offers an escape from reality
Duo’s latest musical offering is one that will take you away.
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Karachi chaos: An operation without goals?
An unending and undirected operation in Karachi will only lead to greater anarchy within the city.
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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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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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Rare Unity: Sindh Assembly adopts resolution against JI chief
The resolution calls upon the JI chief to tender an unconditional “apology”.
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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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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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Gsp plus decision : SITE keeping fingers crossed till final nod
The association appreciated the efforts of Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif and other government officials.
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Market watch: Index stagnant as intra-day rally fizzles out
Just Benchmark KSE-100 index rises 13.93 points.
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Back on track: Nandipur power plant picks up speed
Construction equipment transferred to main site in Gujranwala.
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Auto industry: Car sales lose speed as the year nears its close
Retailers say downturn in sales is mostly seasonal.
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PIA, SNGPL record convincing wins in President’s Trophy
PQA-Wapda, KRL-HBL ties end in draws.
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Return tour: In quest of a ‘versatile’ 16
Selectors mull over choosing same squad for ODIs, T20s in South Africa.
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Heroes of Pakistan announces panel of judges
List of judges includes illustrious names from home and abroad.
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Sheraton hotel: The end of an era
As Sheraton bows out of Karachi, The Express Tribune takes a moment to say goodbye.
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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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Good tidings from Japan: Pakistan crowned Asian hockey champions
The greenshirts beat host Japan in final of Asian Champions Trophy.
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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.
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Maqsoods’ success rate
The Maqsoods have won hundreds of cases, most of them against the National Logistics Carrier (NLC).
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Realities of reporting: ‘For journalists, tackling sources and safety are key’
Media practitioners discuss security, ratings, sources and responsible journalism.
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Solid waste management: Need for a cohesive approach to make up for failed attempts
Two separate projects, launched in the 1990s, were abandoned because of poor planning.
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Unrest continues: Two suspects killed in Lyari gang war, another dies in encounter
The volatile neighbourhood echoed with sounds of gunfire and explosions.
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Remembering a pioneer: A lawyer who fought his whole life to get compensation for others
Advocate Maqsood Ahmed fought several cases to get money for families of traffic accident victims.
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Gangs in arms: Cornered in the labyrinths of Lyari
Groups of Baba Ladla and Uzair Baloch can only fight from within Lyari, say law enforcers .
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Olympics: Special and Para Olympics Games starting Dec 10
The interested participants can register for the event till November 25.
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Competition is tougher this year: Baloch
KESC, Muslim FC among top contenders in PPFL.