Author: Aziz Khatri

By Aziz Khatri KARACHI: A seminar titled Sindh Police: Past and Present, organized by Ad Plus Media in collaboration with Sindh Police, was held at the Clifton Driving Licence Branch in Karachi, bringing together senior officials, policymakers and experts to reflect on the force’s evolution and current performance. The chief guest was Ghulam Nabi Memon, inspector general of Sindh Police. The event featured a wide range of speakers, including Senator Sarmad Ali, group managing director of the Jang and Geo Group; Sirajuddin Aziz, federal banking ombudsman; Dr Seema Mughal, vice-chancellor of Greenwich University; Brigadier (retd) Haris Nawaz, former Sindh home…

By Aziz Khatri KARACHI: Karachi’s mayor, Barrister Murtaza Wahab, has hailed the late former prime minister Benazir Bhutto as a symbol of resistance to dictatorship, saying her sacrifices for democracy remain a defining chapter in Pakistan’s history. In a message issued on the anniversary of Benazir Bhutto’s assassination, Wahab said her martyrdom was an irreparable loss for the country and the nation. He described 27 December as one of the most tragic days in Pakistan’s history, a date that continues to remind the country of the cost paid for the defence of democratic values. He said Bhutto had consistently raised…

By Aziz Khatri KARACHI: Governor Sindh Kamran Khan Tessori has praised the Sindh Scouts for a century of service, describing the movement as a living symbol of discipline, patriotism and character-building among the country’s youth. Speaking as chief guest at the Sindh Scouts’ 100th anniversary celebrations on 26 December, Tessori paid tribute to the organization’s organizers and leaders for their hundred years of contribution to service, sacrifice and nation-building. He said the occasion was not merely the conclusion of a jamboree but a reflection of a century-long struggle dedicated to the country. The governor said nations are built not by…

By Aziz Khatri KARACHI:  The Arts Council of Pakistan Karachi continued the four-day 18th International Urdu Conference 2025, themed “Jashn-e-Pakistan,” with a series of sessions on the second day highlighting Urdu literary criticism, poetry, devotional literature, and Saraiki language and culture. Scholars, poets, and critics gathered to discuss the evolution, richness, and socio-cultural significance of Urdu and regional literary traditions. The day began with a session on “Urdu Criticism and Research” at Auditorium I, moderated by Fahim Shanas Kazmi. Prominent scholars including Anbarin Haseeb Anbar, Fatima Hasan, Nasir Abbas Neer, Muhammad Hamid Shahid, Syed Jafar Ahmed, Moeenuddin Aqeel, and Roop…

By Aziz Khatri KARACHI: The Arts Council of Pakistan Karachi inaugurated the four-day “18th Aalmi Urdu Conference 2025 – Jashan-e-Pakistan” with an enthusiastic gathering of literary figures, artists, students, and cultural enthusiasts. Governor Sindh Kamran Khan Tessori attended as the chief guest, while the opening ceremony featured the recitation of the Holy Quran, the national anthem, and a show reel highlighting the conference’s legacy. Marking the birth anniversary of Quaid-e-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah and Christmas, the event included cake-cutting ceremonies. Renowned poets, writers, critics, and journalists including Iftikhar Arif, Asad Muhammad Khan, Peerzada Qasim Raza Siddiqui, Noor-ul-Huda Shah, Mustafa Qureshi,…

By Aziz Khatri KARACHI: Karachi police intensified efforts to maintain law and order across the city this week, combining proactive crime-fighting measures with heightened security for the Christian community and national celebrations. In the Defence area, officers foiled a street robbery, apprehending one suspect and recovering a firearm and a stolen motorcycle, while two accomplices managed to escape. The arrested man, identified as Baqar, was taken into custody as investigations continued, with police conducting raids to apprehend the remaining suspects. In a parallel operation in District Central, authorities traced and recovered a truck laden with cooking oil within 20 hours…

By Aziz Khatri KARACHI: The deputy commissioner of Karachi’s West district, Ali Zulfiqar Memon, has announced strict measures to remove encroachments from footpaths, main roads and public spaces, warning that no leniency will be shown to those who defy the law. Speaking in Karachi, Memon said encroachment groups should not misuse what he described as his earlier soft and conciliatory approach. He directed all three assistant commissioners to work in coordination with relevant civic agencies to eliminate illegal structures and obstructions from roads, pavements and other public areas. He urged those involved in encroachments to remove them voluntarily, warning that…

By Aziz Khatri KARACHI: Karachi’s mayor, Barrister Murtaza Wahab, has paid tribute to Pakistan’s founder, Muhammad Ali Jinnah, on his 149th birth anniversary, laying a floral wreath at the Mazar-e-Quaid on behalf of the city’s residents. In a message marking the occasion, Wahab congratulated the nation and the people of Karachi, saying that the city held a unique honour as the birthplace and final resting place of Jinnah. He said Jinnah’s leadership, wisdom and unwavering resolve in the Pakistan movement had enabled the creation of an independent state. Wahab described Jinnah as a towering leader not only for Pakistan but…

By Aziz Khatri KARACHI: Deputy Mayor Karachi, Salman Abdullah Murad, conducted an inspection of several ongoing development projects across Malir, emphasising timely completion and quality standards. During his visit, he reviewed facilities at the Community Center in Old Thana Malir and expressed satisfaction with the pace of work on Memon Goth Road. He also visited Damlooti Well and the Karachi Water Supply System, directing improvements to ensure better water distribution. Deputy Mayor Murad participated in a ceremony marking the anniversary of the late Benazir Bhutto and attended an event at the office of Special Assistant for Public Health Engineering MPA…

By Aziz Khatri KARACHI: Mayor Karachi Barrister Murtaza Wahab visited Mominabad in West Karachi to inaugurate several development projects worth PKR 122 million. The ceremony was attended by city council members, elected representatives, and a large number of local residents. The projects, covering UC-22, UC-23, and UC-25, focus on road restoration and improvement, including the installation of 113,796 square feet of modern interlocking blocks. Upgrades to the local sewage system are also included as part of the initiative. Mayor Wahab stated that the joint efforts of the Sindh Government and Karachi Municipal Corporation aim to provide essential services to residents,…