The government has confirmed that work is underway on a proposed new M-10 motorway that will provide a direct road connection between Karachi and Hyderabad, potentially creating a major addition to Sindh’s transport infrastructure. The development was shared in the National Assembly during Question Hour, where the federal parliamentary secretary for communications provided an update […]
Pakistan Railways Ordered to Pay Rs. 50,000 Compensation Over Delayed Khyber Mail
Pakistan Railways has been ordered to pay Rs. 50,000 in compensation to a passenger after the Khyber Mail reached Karachi several hours behind schedule. The decision was issued by the Consumer Protection Court Karachi South following a complaint filed by the affected passenger. The case relates to a journey booked in 2025, when the passenger […]
Malik Riaz Appeals to Field Marshal Asim Munir for Intervention in Bahria Town Asset Dispute
Bahria Town founder Malik Riaz Hussain has appealed to Field Marshal Asim Munir and other senior authorities to intervene in what he described as a continuing crackdown against Bahria Town and the seizure and auction of its assets. In a written appeal, Malik Riaz raised concerns over the disposal of properties linked to Bahria Town, […]
Sui Southern Launches Sahulat Van to Provide Doorstep Gas Customer Services in Karachi
Sui Southern Gas Company (SSGC) has launched a new mobile customer facilitation unit, named the Sahulat Van, to bring essential gas-related services directly to residents in Karachi. The initiative aims to improve customer experience by reducing the need for people to visit physical customer service centres for routine complaints and inquiries. The Sahulat Van has […]
Flour Prices Reduced by Rs. 8 Per Kg After Talks Between Karachi Administration and Mill Owners
Consumers in Karachi are set to receive some relief as flour mill owners have agreed to reduce the ex-mill price of flour by Rs. 8 per kilogram following successful discussions with the city administration. The decision lowers the ex-mill price from Rs. 133 per kilogram to Rs. 125 per kilogram. The price cut is expected […]
FIA Officers Face Backlash After Alleged Assault During Karachi Jewelry Shop Raid
Officials of the Federal Investigation Agency are facing criticism after CCTV footage from a raid in Karachi’s Saddar Sarafa Bazaar allegedly showed traders and shopkeepers being assaulted during an operation. The incident quickly gained attention on social media after the video surfaced online, sparking outrage among the business community and the public. Several trader groups […]
DIB Pakistan Partners with Beyond Green Solar Solutions to Expand Shariah-Compliant Solar Financing
In a significant push toward sustainable energy adoption, Dubai Islamic Bank Pakistan has partnered with Beyond Green Solar Solutions to introduce Shariah-compliant solar financing solutions across the country. The collaboration aims to make clean energy more accessible while aligning with ethical financing principles. The agreement was formally signed at DIB Pakistan’s head office in Karachi, […]
SECP Releases List of 125 Foreign Companies That Closed Operations in Pakistan
The Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan has published an official list of 125 foreign companies that have ceased operations in the country as of January 20, 2026. The disclosure provides fresh insight into the evolving foreign investment landscape and regulatory environment in Pakistan. According to the Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan, the list […]
AQI in Lahore Shoots to 603, Making It the Most Polluted City in the World
Doctors urge citizens to stay indoors as air quality plunges to hazardous levels Lahore once again topped the list of the world’s most polluted cities on Thursday, as the Air Quality Index (AQI) skyrocketed to 603, marking an alarming rise in smog and toxic particulate matter. According to data reported by 24NewsHD TV, the air […]
NEPRA to Hear CPPA’s Plea for 37-Paisa Cut in Power Tariff on October 29
In welcome news for electricity consumers across Pakistan — including Karachi — the Central Power Purchasing Agency (CPPA) has filed a request with the National Electric Power Regulatory Authority (NEPRA) seeking a reduction of 37 paisa per unit in power tariffs under the monthly fuel cost adjustment (FCA) mechanism for September 2025. According to official […]