Author: Aziz Khatri

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 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 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 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 delegation of senior civil servants from Bangladesh visited the Arts Council of Pakistan in Karachi as part of efforts to strengthen cultural relations between Pakistan and Bangladesh. The delegation was welcomed by Arts Council president Mohammad Ahmed Shah, who gave the visitors a tour of the institution and briefed them on its cultural activities. A cultural evening was organised during the visit, featuring musical and dance performances representing both Pakistan and Bangladesh. Sindhi folk musician Akbar Khamiso Khan performed on the alghoza and received a warm response from the visiting guests. The head of the…

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,…

By Aziz Khatri KARACHI: Sindh Chief Minister Murad Ali Shah visited the Karachi Red Line project for the third time in a week to review progress and address public concerns. He directed authorities to improve traffic flow and repair roads along the corridor. During the visit, Murad Ali Shah ordered the repair and restoration of traffic lanes alongside the Red Line corridor. He said public inconvenience must be reduced and instructed that roads should be widened where necessary by removing or adjusting barriers. He stressed that roads should not be limited to patchwork but built to ensure smooth traffic flow.…

By Aziz Khatri KARACHI: Karachi Mayor Barrister Murtaza Wahab met K-Electric chief executive Syed Taha and held discussions on electricity transmission and plans for a solar park. The mayor welcomed the K-Electric delegation at the Metropolitan Corporation Karachi head office. He said K-Electric was not only supplying electricity to Karachi but also to parts of Balochistan. He added that the Karachi Metropolitan Corporation and Karachi Water Corporation were ready to extend full cooperation in efforts to produce and supply cheaper electricity. He also said the municipal administration was prepared to provide land for the establishment of charging stations for electric…