KARACHI: A suspected robber was killed while his alleged accomplice escaped during a police encounter in New Karachi’s Sector 11-I, according to police. Police said officers attempted to stop and check two suspects travelling on a motorcycle in the area. The suspects allegedly opened fire at the police while trying to flee, prompting the officers…
Umrah pilgrims visiting NADRA facilitation centres in Karachi are reportedly being charged thousands of rupees above the official vaccination fees required for Saudi Arabia travel documentation. According to the available fee structure on the Pak ID app, the influenza vaccination costs Rs1,720, while the meningitis vaccination is listed at Rs2,785. The combined official cost of…
A car belonging to former Member of the Provincial Assembly (MPA) Jamal Siddiqui was stolen from the Korangi Crossing area of Karachi, prompting police to register a case and launch an investigation. According to Jamal Siddiqui, the vehicle was being used by his brother, Zaheeruddin, who had parked the car near a restaurant before going…
Sindh government spokesperson Saadia Javed has said that Karachi witnessed an overall decline in crime during the first eight months of the year, while clarifying that the government has never claimed that criminal activities have been completely eliminated from the city. Speaking about the law and order situation, Javed said the provincial government and police…
KARACHI: A 15-year-old matriculation student was shot dead during a robbery at his home in Karachi’s Manghopir area, police said. The victim was identified as Rosham, who sustained a gunshot wound to the chest and died at the scene. According to his father, Roueidad Hussain, six armed robbers entered the family’s house with the intention…
KARACHI: A fire broke out at the headquarters of the Karachi Metropolitan Corporation (KMC), causing extensive damage to the office of Karachi Mayor Murtaza Wahab. According to KMC officials, the fire erupted in a kitchen located next to the mayor’s office. The flames and intense heat subsequently spread to the adjoining office, leaving the mayor’s…
KARACHI: Two young men were killed in separate incidents in Karachi within hours, highlighting renewed concerns over street crime and the unsafe movement of heavy vehicles through densely populated areas. The first incident occurred near Liaquatabad No. 10, where a 28-year-old man identified as Shahzad was allegedly shot dead while resisting armed robbers attempting to…
KARACHI: A ceremonial change of guards was held at Mazar-e-Quaid on Defence and Martyrs’ Day to honour the soldiers and civilians who sacrificed their lives in defence of Pakistan. Cadets from the Pakistan Air Force assumed guard duties at the mausoleum during the ceremony, paying tribute to the country’s armed forces and fallen heroes. Air…
KARACHI: Karachi experienced pleasant weather after light drizzle and scattered showers swept across several parts of the city overnight, providing relief from the prevailing hot and humid conditions. Light drizzle was reported in central areas including Saddar, II Chundrigar Road, Burns Road and surrounding localities. Residents also reported light showers along Shahrah-e-Faisal, Tariq Road, Bahadurabad…
KARACHI: The building of Karachi’s historic Delhi Government School in Karimabad has been sealed following a court order, putting the education of more than 2,800 students at risk. A sealing notice has been displayed at the school building, bringing academic activities to a sudden halt and creating uncertainty for students enrolled in its boys’ and…
