Author: Aziz Khatri

By Aziz Khatri KARACHI: Mayor Karachi Murtaza Wahab announced that around 11,500 employees of the Karachi Metropolitan Corporation have been provided health insurance facilities, marking what he described as the first such initiative by any municipal institution in Pakistan. He made the announcement while addressing a ceremony at the KMC head office where health insurance cards, service vehicles and laptops were distributed. The event was attended by Municipal Commissioner Abrar Jaffer, Pakistan Peoples Party parliamentary leader in the KMC City Council Karamullah Waqasi, Deputy Parliamentary Leader Dil Muhammad, President of the Peoples Labour Bureau Karachi Division Aslam Samoo and other…

By Aziz Khatri KARACHI: The Arts Council of Pakistan Karachi’s Fine Arts Committee organised an art exhibition titled “Tasalsul Group Show” at the Ahmed Pervez Art Gallery. The exhibition was inaugurated by Provincial Minister for Culture, Tourism, Antiquities and Archives Syed Zulfiqar Ali Shah, along with Arts Council President Muhammad Ahmad Shah. The event was also attended by Fine Arts Committee Chairman Farrukh Tanveer Shahab, painter Shahid Rasam, Muhammad Zeeshan, Nazar ul Islam, Salim Raza and other figures associated with the art community. Curated by renowned painter Tanveer Farooqi, the exhibition featured 37 artworks by 30 artists, depicting the lights,…

By Aziz Khatri KARACHI: A comprehensive career counselling session was organized by the Institute of Culinary Arts and Hospitality Management (Skilston) for trainees of the Benazir Bhutto Human Resource, Research and Development Board. The aim of the session was to provide professional guidance to young people, support career planning and raise awareness about better employment opportunities in the hospitality and culinary arts sectors. At the start of the event, Skilston Chief Executive Officer Muhammad Afzal Siddiqui welcomed the guests and encouraged trainees to further refine their professional skills. Speaking as chief guest, Secretary of the BBHRRDB Engineer Munawar Ali Mithani…

By Aziz Khatri KARACHI: Karachi’s mayor has said that a major urban forestry initiative will serve as a key milestone in efforts to reduce pollution in the city, as authorities expand plantation drives across multiple districts. Speaking to the media, Mayor Murtaza Wahab said that around 10,000 trees have already been planted along Shahrah-e-Bhutto, with a wider target of 100,000 saplings under the ongoing urban forest project. He described the initiative as part of a broader push to make Karachi greener and more environmentally sustainable, arguing that large-scale tree plantation could help improve air quality and oxygen levels in the…

By Aziz Khatri KARACHI: The Government of Sindh, in collaboration with the Karachi Development Authority, organised a public exhibition and open house under the Greater Karachi Regional Plan 2047 to present a long-term vision for the city’s development and sustainable urban planning. The event was attended by Karachi Mayor Murtaza Wahab, where international consultants gave detailed presentations on key areas of the master plan, including urban infrastructure, transport, environmental sustainability, housing and future development strategies. Project Director Muhammad Arshad Khan said the Greater Karachi Regional Plan 2047 was a comprehensive framework designed to shape the city’s future growth and urban…

By Aziz Khatri KARACHI: The Arts Council of Pakistan Karachi Arts Council of Pakistan Karachi, in collaboration with the German Consulate General Karachi German Consulate General Karachi, organised a special screening of the internationally acclaimed documentary INTERTANGO: A Connection for Life at Studio II, followed by a live tango dance session and introductory lesson for beginners. The event featured an interactive question-and-answer session with director and screenwriter Hanne Weyh, after which guests were invited to an open dance floor, where tango performances continued through the evening. The screening was attended by Arts Council President Muhammad Ahmed Shah, German Consul General…

By Aziz Khatri KARACHI: The 11th Convocation Ceremony of Liaquat National Medical College (LNMC) was held at the Auditorium of the Convention Centre, Liaquat National Hospital, to honour the graduating class of 2025. The ceremony was attended by Prof Dr Amjad Siraj Memon, Vice Chancellor of Jinnah Sindh Medical University, senior faculty members, and parents of graduating students. Prof Dr Memon conferred degrees upon 87 MBBS graduates. Dr Farhana Riaz secured first position, Dr Alina Karam second, and Dr Aliyan third. Following the conferral of degrees, the graduates took an oath reaffirming their commitment to uphold the highest standards of…

By Aziz Khatri KARACHI: A heatstroke relief camp was organised in Arambagh by Vice President of All City Tajir Ittehad Muhammad Zaki, in collaboration with Khurshid Fan dealers, amid intense heat in the city. According to details, the camp was set up to provide relief to citizens affected by the severe weather conditions. Cold drinks, including Rooh Afza and watermelon juice, were arranged for the public. A large number of citizens visited the camp and quenched their thirst. Several traders’ representatives were present on the occasion, including patron-in-chief of All City Tajir Ittehad Sharjeel Goplani, Ismail Lalpuria, Kashif Saeedi, Yaqoob…

By Aziz Khatri KARACHI: The District South Police Women and Child Protection Cell on Tuesday organised an awareness workshop for women police officers and staff on the topic of protection from harassment at the workplace, according to a statement. The workshop was held at the SSP office on May 12, 2026, under the directives of SSP District South Mehzoor Ali and instructions of Inspector General Sindh Javed Alam Odho. It aimed to ensure effective implementation of “The Protection Against Harassment of Women at the Workplace Act, 2010 (amended 2022)”. The session was supervised by in-charge Women and Child Protection Cell…

By Aziz Khatri KARACHI: A discussion on so-called “karo kari” killings and violence against women was held at Karachi Press Club under the banner of “Dukhtaran-e-Karachi”, a platform associated with Muttahida Qaumi Movement Pakistan. The event, titled “Karo Kari: Bury This Practice”, was chaired by senior party leader Nasreen Jalil and attended by senators, members of parliament, legal experts and social activists. Organisers included MNA Sabeen Ghauri, Dr Ubaid Ali and Amir Siddiqui, who hosted the session. Among those present were Senate Human Rights Committee chairperson Samina Mumtaz Zehri, Senator Khalida Ateeb, Senator Amir Chishti, deputy parliamentary leader Taha Ahmed,…