Author: Aziz Khatri

By Aziz Khatri KARACHI: The District South Police Karachi carried out a raid on an illegal gutka manufacturing unit in Delhi Colony, recovering a large quantity of hazardous raw material and prepared gutka, officials said on 20 April 2026. Acting on the orders of SSP District South, Mahzoor Ali, Frere police conducted the operation following a tip-off and raided what officials described as a mini factory producing gutka and mawa. Police said a large quantity of harmful gutka was recovered from the site, which poses serious risks to public health. According to details, around 230 kilograms of raw and processed…

By Aziz Khatri KARACHI: Questions had been raised over why no action had been taken so far against contractors and the relevant engineers, and whether responsibility could simply be avoided by installing a panaflex banner. A recent incident at Karachi Zoo had once again raised serious questions over administrative incompetence and poor construction standards. According to sources, after the glass used in a modern enclosure built for lions broke, an unusual step had been taken to conceal the issue. Reports suggested that the senior director of the zoo had arranged for a panaflex banner featuring an image of a lion…

By Aziz Khatri KARACHI: Iqbal Market Police in District West, Karachi, had arrested suspects allegedly involved in smuggling areca nut (chalia), police said. According to the Senior Superintendent of Police West, the suspects were attempting to smuggle the consignment in a Suzuki vehicle for supply within Karachi city. Police officials said the operation had been carried out on the basis of confidential information, resulting in the arrest of two suspects along with the recovery of the contraband. A total of 600 kilograms of areca nut packed in 50 sacks and cash had been recovered from the Suzuki vehicle, according to…

By Aziz Khatri KARACHI: A man was shot dead inside a house in Shah Latif Town’s Sector 31-C area of Malir on 15 April, according to Malir Police. Senior superintendent of police Malir, Dr Abdul Khaliq, took immediate notice of the incident and sought a detailed report from the SHO Shah Latif. He also issued orders for the early arrest of those involved. Initial information suggested the incident appeared to be the result of a personal dispute. The deceased was identified as Noor Din, son of Khair Bakhsh. Preliminary investigation indicated that the victim had been killed in a shooting.…

By Aziz Khatri KARACHI: A police official was killed in a firing incident in Manghopir, according to police. Senior Superintendent of Police West Tariq Elahi Mastoi visited the Aga Khan University Hospital and spoke to the media following the incident. He said police had recorded the statement of the injured official and that the encounter took place with two armed robbers on a motorcycle. He added that police had attempted to stop the suspects after finding them suspicious. According to the SSP, two different types of weapons were used in the attack, and empty shells of 30-bore and 9mm pistols…

By Aziz Khatri KARACHI:  Karachi Institute of Economics and Technology (KIET) said its 23rd convocation would be held on 20 April 2026 at the Expo Center Karachi. Sindh governor Nihal Hashmi would attend the ceremony as chief guest and award gold and silver medals to students with outstanding academic performance. A total of 700 graduates from various departments would be awarded degrees at the convocation, which would begin at 6pm. The announcement was made by KIET president Professor Dr Muhammad Khalid Khan, pro-chancellor Dr Yousuf Zaidi, chief legal adviser Barrister Shaheer Hassan and director quality assurance Professor Dr Sajida Parveen…

By Aziz Khatri KARACHI: A delegation from the Pakistan Private Schools and Colleges Association, led by Chairman Anwar Ali Bhatti, Senior Vice Chairman Muhammad Anwar, and Secretary General Alam Sher Awan, met with Dr Naveed Gujr and Controller of Examinations Ahmed Khan Chaddo to discuss alleged irregularities in matriculation exams. During the meeting, the association highlighted serious errors in examination processes, presented detailed recommendations, and expressed strong concerns. In the absence of the board chairman, Secretary Dr Gujr assured the delegation that all concerns would be addressed promptly. The association submitted its points in writing and was given a deadline…

By Aziz Khatri KARACHI: Governor Sindh Syed Muhammad Nihal Hashmi met with Hamza Tabani at the Governor House to discuss matters of mutual interest, investment promotion, and industrial development in the province. During the meeting, Hamza Tabani congratulated the Governor on assuming office and extended his best wishes. The discussion focused on promoting industrial activities, creating new employment opportunities, and improving the overall business environment in Sindh. Governor Hashmi underscored the crucial role of the private sector in strengthening the provincial economy and stressed that effective collaboration between public and private sectors is essential for sustainable development. He highlighted that…

By Aziz Khatri KARACHI: Karachi mayor Murtaza Wahab said a key road in North Nazimabad would be converted into a dual carriageway as part of wider efforts to improve the city’s infrastructure and drainage system. Speaking at a ceremony to lay the foundation stone for the rehabilitation of Sakhi Hassan Road, he said development schemes worth Rs68bn were under way across Karachi. He said the project aimed to address long-standing issues caused by rainwater flowing from nearby hilly areas, which had previously affected the Sakhi Hassan graveyard and surrounding neighbourhoods. The scheme, estimated to cost about Rs140m, includes road rehabilitation,…

By Aziz Khatri KARACHI: The Arts Council of Pakistan Karachi hosted the launch of young writer Ali Haider’s award-winning travelogue, “Kachura aur Wadi-e-Soq ki Dastaan”, at the Josh Malihabadi Library. The event drew prominent literary and social figures who spoke on the book’s literary significance. Renowned writer Ibn-e-Aas praised Haider, noting that despite being his first travelogue, he exhibited the skills of a seasoned author. He said the book reflected the writer’s passion for reading and writing, and provided insightful observations about the regions visited. He added that the travelogue vividly captured landscapes, mountains, and the emotional experiences of the…