Author: Ahsan Mughal

By Ahsan Mughal KARACHI: The route from Mai Kolachi Phatak to Jinnah Bridge has been reopened for small vehicles, authorities confirmed. Traffic police stated that the MT Khan Road from Jinnah Bridge to PIDC is also open for light traffic. Heavy vehicles, however, are still restricted from using both roads. The roads had been closed since March 1 following an incident outside the US Consulate, which led to traffic restrictions from Boat Basin to Jinnah Bridge and on surrounding main roads. #KarachiTraffic #RoadUpdate #JinnahBridge #MaiKolachi #MTKhanRoad #TrafficNews #Pakistan #KarachiUpdates #HeavyTrafficBan

By Ahsan Mughal KARACHI: Following a sharp increase in diesel prices, bus fares in Karachi have been raised. The minimum fare for city buses has gone up from Rs30 to Rs50, while the maximum fare now stands at Rs100. Intercity bus services have also adjusted their fares. The executive bus from Lahore to Rawalpindi increased from Rs2,250 to Rs2,480, and the Executive Plus service now costs Rs3,680, up from Rs3,350. For longer routes, the fare from Lahore to Karachi rose by Rs3,000 to Rs13,200, while the Lahore to Murree route increased from Rs3,100 to Rs3,720. The fare hikes follow rising…

By Ahsan Mughal KARACHI: The Dairy Farmers Association has written to the Commissioner of Karachi, requesting an increase in the price of milk to Rs320 per litre in the city. In the letter addressed to the Commissioner, the association stated that farmers are no longer able to absorb losses of Rs70 per litre, emphasizing that the current rates are unsustainable. The appeal comes amid sharp increases in petroleum product prices, which have also prompted immediate fare hikes by transporters and Pakistan Railways. #Karachi #Milk #Dairy#Inflation #Petrol #Transport

By Ahsan Mughal KARACHI: Pakistan’s national cricket team has left Karachi for Dhaka to take part in the three-match One-Day International series against Bangladesh. The ODI series will be held at Sher-e-Bangla Cricket Stadium, with the first match scheduled for March 11, followed by the second on March 13, and the third on March 15. Former Pakistan captain Mohammad Rizwan, speaking to the media in Karachi, said the team needs to improve its performance ahead of the series. He acknowledged that playing in Bangladesh is challenging, as the home side often makes it difficult for visiting teams. Rizwan added that…

By Ahsan Mughal KARACHI: The University of Karachi has decided to conduct morning classes online from March 9 until the end of Ramazan due to rising petrol prices and ongoing transport difficulties. The temporary arrangement, approved by the vice chancellor, aims to ease commuting challenges for students while ensuring continuity of academic activities. All morning sessions will now be held online, allowing students to attend classes remotely during this period. #KarachiUniversity #OnlineClasses #PetrolCrisis #StudentConvenience #EducationUpdate

By Ahsan Mughal KARACHI: The road from Jinnah Bridge to PIDC Interchange in Karachi has been reopened for light traffic, according to traffic police officials. Authorities said the road from Mai Kolachi Phatak towards Jinnah Bridge has also been reopened for small vehicles. However, the route from PIDC towards Jinnah Bridge remains closed to traffic for the time being. Officials further stated that the road from Sultanabad Traffic Section to Mai Kolachi Phatak is still closed for traffic. Several key roads in the area, including M.T. Khan Road and surrounding routes leading from Boat Basin to Jinnah Bridge, had been…

By Ahsan Mughal KARACHI: The weather in Karachi is expected to remain hot and dry over the next 24 hours, with clear skies prevailing, the Meteorological Department reported. According to the Met Office, the minimum temperature recorded last night was 21.3°C, while today’s maximum temperature is expected to range between 31°C and 33°C. Humidity in the city stands at 89%, and intermittent strong winds from the southwest are likely, blowing at speeds of 14–35 km/h. The Meteorological Department also forecasted that temperatures in Karachi may rise further starting next week, signaling hotter conditions ahead. #KarachiWeather #HotAndDry #TemperatureUpdate #MetOffice #WeatherAlert #Humidity…

By Ahsan Mughal KARACHI: Gold prices in Pakistan continued their downward trend on Friday, marking the fourth consecutive day of decline. The price of 24-karat gold per tola fell by Rs3,400 to Rs533,762, while 10 grams of 24-karat gold dropped by Rs2,915 to Rs457,614. Similarly, 10 grams of 22-karat gold declined by Rs2,672 to Rs419,494, according to the All Pakistan Sarafa Gems and Jewellers Association. The drop was mirrored in the international market, where gold fell $34 to $5,110 per ounce. Silver prices in Pakistan also decreased, with 24-karat silver per tola down Rs104 to Rs8,914 and 10 grams of…

By Ahsan Mughal/Mehrab Shah Afridi KARACHI/ISLAMABAD: Virtual negotiations between Pakistan and the International Monetary Fund (IMF) are ongoing, with the global lender pressing the government to immediately raise petrol and diesel prices in line with rising international oil rates. Read More: https://metro-morning.com/pakistan-considers-weekly-fuel-price-reviews-amid-middle-east-tensions/ Sources say the IMF has also stressed that Pakistan should avoid providing subsidies on petroleum products and ensure key fiscal targets are met. Officials confirmed that the lender demanded fuel prices be aligned with global market rates and that the petroleum development levy (PDL) target of Rs1,468 billion be achieved by June 30. So far, Rs822 billion has…

By Ahsan Mughal Karachi: Pakistan’s Meteorological Department has issued a weather outlook for the spring season, predicting above-normal rainfall and higher-than-usual temperatures across the country from March to May 2026. The three-month forecast warns of increased heat in many regions, while northern and central areas may experience heavier rainfall due to strengthening westerly winds. Rainfall patternsThe Met Department expects rainfall to remain above normal in central and western Pakistan during the spring season. Southern Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, central Punjab, and northern Balochistan are likely to receive heavier precipitation. Sindh, along with central and southern Balochistan, is expected to see normal rainfall,…