Tag: karachi
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Mir Raza Case: Zia Lanjar Apologises to Judicial Commission
Key Developments: Sindh Home Minister Zia Lanjar appeared before the judicial commission investigating Mir Raza Ali’s death and offered an unconditional apology, while maintaining that the provincial government supports a transparent investigation. The investigation has expanded into digital and forensic evidence, with NCCIA obtaining six months of Binance/cryptocurrency data for analysis; the commission has also…
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NICVD completes 500 pediatric heart rhythm procedures
KEY DEVELOPMENTS: NICVD’s pediatric electrophysiology programme has completed 500 procedures, with treatment valued at nearly Rs1 billion provided free of charge. The programme is treating children with abnormal heart rhythms while expanding awareness and follow-up care for pediatric cardiac conditions. KARACHI (Express Tribune) — August 08, 2026: The National Institute of Cardiovascular Diseases (NICVD) Karachi…
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Mir Raza Ali Case: Father Seeks Answers as Probe Continues
Key Developments: Mir Raza Ali’s father has questioned the handling of the investigation into his son’s death. Police say the investigation has progressed and that further direction will depend on the medical board’s findings. Earlier reports said Ali was abducted before his body was recovered in Gulistan-e-Jauhar, with police investigating the killing from multiple angles.…
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Supreme Court Upholds Woman’s Right to Convert and Marry Freely
Key Highlights: Supreme Court upholds woman’s right to convert and marry by choice Protection ordered for couple facing threats from woman’s family Chief Justice Yahya Afridi assures safety and constitutional rights Case underscores religious freedom and women’s autonomy in Pakistan KARACHI – 6 August 2025: The Supreme Court of Pakistan has ordered protection for a…
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Nabeel Zafar Voices Concern Over Inflation and Rising Electricity Costs
KARACHI: Renowned actor, director, and producer Nabeel Zafar has expressed serious concern over the growing inflation and soaring electricity bills in Pakistan, describing the current economic climate as a major challenge for the average citizen. Speaking during a private television program, Zafar remarked that the sharp rise in utility costs has made daily life increasingly…
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Advocate Khwaja Shamsul Islam Killed, Son Injured in Karachi’s Defence Phase 6 Shooting
KARACHI – August 1, 2025: Advocate Khwaja Shamsul Islam was fatally shot, and his son injured, in a targeted firing incident near a mosque in Defence Housing Authority (DHA) Phase 6, Karachi, on Thursday. According to police sources, unidentified assailants opened fire near the site of a funeral, critically injuring Khwaja Shamsul Islam and his…
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Regional Escalation | Indian fleet deployed near Pakistan, The Telegraph
India has deployed its warship in the North Arabian Sea near Pakistan, which has raised tensions in the region to a new level. The British daily The Telegraph has claimed that India has deployed its Western Fleet in the North Arabian Sea near Karachi. According to Baaghi TV, the fleet includes aircraft carriers, destroyers, frigates,…
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Breaking news | India brought its aircraft carrier 300 to 400 miles from Karachi
This article is written by Major (r) Haroon Rasheed. Breaking news: India has brought its aircraft carrier 300 to 400 miles from Karachi. What does Pakistan have? The Pakistani Carrier Killer Missile The CM-400AKG, often dubbed the “carrier killer,” is a Chinese-developed, air-launched supersonic missile designed primarily for anti-ship and land-attack missions. Developed by the…
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Indian drones shot down in Lahore, Karachi, and other cities
India sent drones to Sindh and Punjab, Pakistan successfully shot them all down. The locations of Indian drone strikes have come to light in Sindh. So far, two Indian drones have been shot down in Ghotki. A civilian was martyred and another was injured when a drone fell in Ghotki. A drone was also shot…
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Standard Chartered’s Market Outlook event offers key insights on local and global economic trends
Karachi, 07 October 2024: Standard Chartered held a Market Outlook event, “Navigating Market Trends & Investment Opportunities” in Karachi. This was the third session in a series of market outlook events that the Bank hosts for its clients throughout the year. The event brought together the Bank’s Affluent clients, leading economists, and experts from its…