Author: Ahsan Mughal

By Ahsan Mughal KARACHI: Hafiz Naeemur Rehman, ameer of Jamaat-e-Islami Pakistan, called on the government to adopt a clear and firm stance in support of Iran, saying the Pakistani nation stood with Tehran. He addressed the “Jeenay Do Karachi” public gathering and iftar dinner organised by Jamaat-e-Islami District Gulberg Central at Student Ground in Liaquatabad. Naeemur Rehman described the reported attack on Iran by Donald Trump and Israel as “open terrorism” and urged Islamabad to act immediately to prevent further escalation, suggesting diplomatic engagement with China and Russia. Referring to Afghanistan, he said Pakistan welcomed the Afghan government when it…

By Ahsan Mughal KARACHI: Gold prices in Pakistan fell slightly today, with one tola dropping by 700 rupees to 540,562 PKR and 10 grams priced at 463,444 PKR. The modest decline mirrors a global dip in gold rates. In the international market, gold decreased by 7 US dollars, reaching 5,178 USD per ounce. Analysts say the minor correction reflects global market fluctuations while local demand remains steady. Focus keyword: Gold price in Pakistan #GoldPriceInPakistan #GoldRates #PreciousMetals #PakistanMarket #InternationalGoldPrices #InvestmentNews #GoldUpdate #PakistanEconomy #FinancialNews #GlobalMarkets

Dr Khalid Maqbool Siddiqui lambasted provincial overreach, accusing the PPP of legislating under fear and a province of placing itself above Pakistan’s Constitution By Ahsan Mughal KARACHI: Muttahida Qaumi Movement Pakistan (MQM-P) on Sunday called a resolution passed by the Sindh Assembly against the creation of a Karachi province “unconstitutional”. The party said Article 239 of the 1973 Constitution allows for the creation of new provinces. The remarks came a day after the provincial assembly adopted the resolution rejecting any move to carve out Karachi as a separate province, declaring the metropolis an “integral part” of Sindh. Addressing a joint…

By Ahsan Mughal KARACHI: The Governor of Sindh, Kamran Tessori, said the people of the province were beginning to take his administration seriously, as he spoke at an Iftar dinner at the Governor House in Karachi on Saturday evening. The event, attended by senior political figures including Dr Farooq Sattar and the Turkish consul-general, offered a rare glimpse into Tessori’s reflections on the political climate of the province and his vision for governance. He was sharply critical of political factions he described as “factories” that converted every issue into a political problem. Tessori also referenced a previous conference on Sindh’s…

By Ahsan Mughal KARACHI: Under the chairmanship of Sindh’s provincial minister for livestock and fisheries, Muhammad Ali Malkani, the Karachi Fisheries Harbor Authority (KFHA) board held a meeting to review and implement key measures under the department’s master plan and European Union policy guidelines. The board examined progress on employee promotions, salaries, and new appointments with legal oversight, while also discussing practical steps to ease mounting pressure on Karachi Fisheries Harbor. Officials said these initiatives aim to strengthen transparency, sustainability, and overall efficiency in the fisheries sector. “The Sindh government’s focused measures to protect employees’ rights, meet legal requirements, and…

By Ahsan Mughal KARACHI: Thirty workers of Jamaat-e-Islami (JI) arrested during a peaceful protest outside the Sindh Assembly on February 14 were released from Central Jail on Friday following orders from an Anti-Terrorism Court. The demonstration had been organized to demand citizens’ rights, resolution of civic issues, and the establishment of an empowered local government, but police used baton charges and tear gas, arresting scores of participants and filing terrorism charges against them. Upon their release, the workers were welcomed at Idara Noor-e-Haq with garlands, rose petals, and a spirited rally from Jail Chowrangi amid slogans and high enthusiasm. Deputy…

By Ahsan Mughal KARACHI: The federal Minister for Education, Khalid Maqbool Siddiqui, has criticized what he described as an imbalance in the allocation of national resources, warning that the country’s capital, Islamabad, was thriving at the expense of Karachi. Speaking at a public event in Karachi, Siddiqui highlighted the city’s ongoing struggle with insufficient educational resources and infrastructure. He warned that Pakistan is entering a crucial phase, which he called the “era of educational economy,” emphasizing the urgent need to invest in the country’s youth and learning institutions. “The resources of Karachi are being used to make Islamabad shine,” Siddiqui…

By Ahsan Mughal KARACHI: At a rally in Liaquatabad, Karachi, federal health minister and Mustafa Kamal issued a fiery denunciation of the federal government and the 18th constitutional amendment, saying he cursed the ministry “so that my children should fall into a drain and die.” Speaking to a large gathering of MQM-Pakistan supporters, Kamal warned that the party should not be underestimated despite its quieter public presence. “We have decided that death is better than this life if we cannot struggle for our rights,” he said. He rejected allegations of ethnic politics and reaffirmed his opposition to certain constitutional amendments,…

By Ahsan Mughal KARACHI: Jamaat-e-Islami (JI) Karachi chief Monem Zafar on Saturday announced that protests would be held at 10 locations across the city on Sunday, after police used force to prevent party workers from staging a sit-in outside the Sindh Assembly. The religio-political party had planned the demonstration under its “Jeenay Do Karachi Ko” (Let Karachi Live) campaign, calling for urgent action on the city’s damaged roads, drainage system, and local government issues. Zafar’s statement followed a police response in which teargas shells were fired and baton charges used to disperse JI workers. Speaking at a press conference, Zafar…

By Ahsan Mughal KARACHI: Jamaat-e-Islami (JI) Pakistan Ameer Engr Hafiz Naeemur Rehman said the party believes in delivery, not just making demands. He expressed these views while inaugurating the Rashid Minhas Educational Complex and a new pumping station in Nazimabad No. 1, designed to supply water to 1,000 households under Nazimabad Town. Hafiz Naeemur Rehman toured the educational complex, meeting teachers and students. Speaking to the media, he described the establishment of the complex as highly commendable. He called the pumping station a gift for local residents, noting that JI focuses on practically providing facilities to the public. He added…