Author: Aziz Khatri

By Aziz Khatri KARACHI: Sindh’s inspector general of police, Ghulam Nabi Memon, has inaugurated the renovated Yadgar-e-Shuhada memorial, a modernized gymnasium and a new Evolution Wall at the Central Police Office in Karachi, marking a symbolic and functional upgrade of the provincial force’s headquarters. The ceremony on Monday was attended by additional and deputy inspectors general and other senior officers, with the DIG headquarters briefing participants on the scope of the projects. The Evolution Wall presents a visual history of Sindh Police uniforms and weaponry, combining archival imagery with contemporary design elements, including stone inscriptions, an embossed guard of honor…

By Aziz Khatri KARACHI: Karachi police have foiled a house robbery attempt in the city’s West Zone, arresting three suspects following an armed encounter in Shadman Town No 2, Sector 14-B, officials said on Wednesday. According to a statement issued by the media cell of the Deputy Inspector General (DIG) of Police, West Zone, the action was carried out on the instructions of DIG West Zone Irfan Ali Baloch, who had ordered strict action against gangs involved in house robberies. Police at Shahrah-e-Noor Jahan station received an emergency call on 15 reporting that robbers had entered a house. Officers responded…

By Aziz KhatriKARACHI: Sindh Chief Minister Syed Murad Ali Shah launched a week-long polio vaccination campaign on Monday, urging parents and communities to ensure that children across the province receive the life-saving drops. The campaign, running from 15 to 21 December, will cover 1,345 Union Councils in all 30 districts of Sindh, aiming to reach every eligible child in the province. Speaking at the inauguration ceremony at Haji Camp CMC School in Karachi’s old city, Shah expressed concern over the resurgence of polio in recent years. He noted that nine cases had already been reported in Sindh this year, adding…

By Aziz Khatri KARACHI: The Arts Council of Pakistan Karachi hosted a mega musical concert for its members and their families to celebrate the success of the 39-day World Culture Festival 2025, with internationally acclaimed singer Rahat Fateh Ali Khan delivering a rousing performance at the YMCA Ground. Rahat Fateh Ali Khan opened the evening with the devotional kalam Allah Hoo before performing iconic pieces associated with Ustad Nusrat Fateh Ali Khan, including Dum Mast Qalandar and Akhiyan Udeekdiyan, prompting the audience to sing, sway and dance along. Thousands attended the event, which turned into a night of celebration for…

By Aziz Khatri KARACHI: Friends of Barrister Muhammad Sarfaraz Ali Maitlo have formally endorsed G M Korai for the presidency of the Karachi Bar Association, signaling a consolidation of influence ahead of next week’s elections. The endorsement was agreed at a core committee meeting chaired by Barrister Maitlo at his office, attended by representatives of all 25 member groups within the alliance. After deliberations, the committee announced unanimous support for Korai, who, along with his full panel, has merged with the Maitlo-led group to form a joint electoral bloc. The meeting also approved the launch of Korai’s election campaign, scheduled…

By Aziz Khatri KARACHI: Sindh Chief Minister Syed Murad Ali Shah launched a week-long polio vaccination campaign on Monday, urging parents and communities to ensure that children across the province receive the life-saving drops. The campaign, running from 15 to 21 December, will cover 1,345 Union Councils in all 30 districts of Sindh, aiming to reach every eligible child in the province. Speaking at the inauguration ceremony at Haji Camp CMC School in Karachi’s old city, Shah expressed concern over the resurgence of polio in recent years. He noted that nine cases had already been reported in Sindh this year,…

By Aziz Khatri KARACHI: Inspector General of Police Sindh, Ghulam Nabi Memon, attended a dinner organized by the Special Branch Sindh at the Special Branch Complex in Keamari on 12 December 2025. The event was attended by Additional IGs of Karachi, CTD, Operations, Welfare, Training, DIGs Headquarters, Special Branch officials, DG Safe City Authority, and other senior officers and staff. The ceremony began with a recitation from the Holy Quran, followed by the screening of a short documentary highlighting the initiatives and achievements of IG Sindh. Tributes were paid to the martyrs of Sindh Police, particularly those from the Special…

By Aziz Katri KARACHI: The Indonesian pavilion at the four-day International Consumer Products Fair (ICPF) 2025 at the Karachi Expo Center emerged as one of the highlights of the event, attracting considerable attention from visitors and industry representatives alike. The pavilion showcased a wide array of Indonesian products, ranging from spices and food items to health and wellness products, cosmetics, household goods, and fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG). The pavilion was inaugurated by Mudzakir MA, Consul General of Indonesia in Karachi, accompanied by Head of Chancery Dewanto Priyoxumo and Economic Counselor Dr. Ahmed Sefian. The opening ceremony saw the presence of…

By Aziz Khatri KARACHI: Governor Sindh, Kamran Khan Tessori, met with Denmark’s Ambassador, Maja Mortensen, at the Governor House in Karachi on 11 December to discuss ways to enhance trade, investment, education, and climate action between the two countries. Governor Tessori highlighted the urgent need for coordinated global efforts to tackle climate change and emphasized the role of Danish scholarships and educational programs in promoting academic collaboration between Pakistan and Denmark. He also welcomed the increasing investment by Danish companies in Pakistan, noting that such initiatives would contribute to economic stability, growth, and employment generation. The meeting reflected ongoing efforts…

By Aziz Khatri KARACHI: The SIUT Trust announced the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Edhi Foundation, establishing a strategic partnership to enhance cooperation in undergraduate technical and medical education. The initiative will be implemented through the Sindh Institute of Medical Sciences (SIMS)-SIUT, a degree-awarding institute recognized by the Higher Education Commission. The MoU was formally signed by Dr Adib Rizvi, Founder of SIUT, and Mr Faisal Edhi, CEO of the Edhi Foundation, marking a notable step toward expanding educational opportunities and fostering collaborative development. SIUT and the Edhi Foundation share a longstanding relationship rooted in humanitarian…