Author: Sudhir Ahmad Afridi

President Zardari vows strict action against street criminals, Kacha dacoits, and drug traffickers across the province KARACHI: President Asif Ali Zardari chairing a high-level law and order meeting at CM House in Karachi on Wednesday.—MM photo: PID KARACHI: President Asif Ali Zardari chaired a high-level law and order meeting at CM House in Karachi on Wednesday, directing Sindh Chief Minister Syed Murad Ali Shah to launch an extensive operation against street criminals in Karachi, dacoits in the Kacha area, and drug traffickers across the province, in coordination with other regions. Expressing zero tolerance for illegal land occupation, President Zardari directed…

KARACHI: Senior MQM Pakistan leader and MNA Syed Amin-ul-Haq voiced concerns over water supply and drainage challenges in Karachi, particularly in Orangi Town, during a meeting with Sindh Assembly Opposition Leader Ali Khurshidi and other officials. The delegation emphasized the urgency of addressing these issues and demanded reforms within the Nadra system to alleviate difficulties faced by citizens. In a high-level meeting attended by Opposition Leader Ali Khurshidi and MQM Provincial Assembly members Muzahir Amir, Ijaz-ul-Haq, Nasir Ahmed, and Sheikh Abdullah, along with officials from the Water and Sewerage Corporation and Nadra Sindh, concerns were raised regarding the dire state…

KARACHI: Saeed Ghani, Sindh’s Minister for Local Government, Housing Town Planning, and Public Health Engineering, has called for the expeditious completion of developmental projects across the province, emphasizing the need to accelerate work on key initiatives such as the Malir Expressway. During a pivotal meeting chaired by Saeed Ghani to review the progress of developmental projects under the jurisdiction of the local government department, the minister underscored the imperative of ensuring timely completion and effective implementation of public projects across Sindh. Among the projects discussed, special attention was given to the Malir Expressway, with Ghani stressing the importance of expediting…

KARACHI: Pakistan’s burgeoning animation industry achieves a historic milestone as “The Glassworker,” the country’s first hand-crafted animated movie, earns a coveted spot in the official competition lineup of the prestigious Annecy International Animation Film Festival 2024. In a groundbreaking achievement for Pakistan’s animation landscape, “The Glassworker” has been selected to compete at the esteemed Annecy International Animation Film Festival 2024, marking the first time a film from the subcontinent has received such recognition. The movie will be showcased alongside illustrious Hollywood and Japanese animated features, solidifying its place on the global stage. Scheduled for its world premiere at the Annecy…

KARACHI: In commemoration of World Immunization Week, District Health Office (DHO) Malir Dr. Imdad Ali Channa orchestrated a compelling awareness walk, drawing widespread participation from diverse stakeholders to emphasize the critical role of vaccines in preserving public health. The awareness walk organized by the District Health Office (DHO) Malir marked a significant milestone in promoting immunization awareness during World Immunization Week. PD EPI Dr. Naeem Rajput and ADC-1 Malir Nawab Sumair also joined the forces with dedicated teams from DHO, EPI Malir, and RMNH, alongside a multitude of enthusiastic citizens from varied backgrounds. The event, characterized by its poignant message…

KARACHI: Muttahida Qaumi Movement-Pakistan members of the Sindh Assembly expressed deep concerns over the financial and administrative crisis at Karachi University. The faculty association at the university has been on strike for several days as they have not received compensation for evening classes for the last one year, while the employees’ union is also on strike for increased incentives and other benefits. The MQM-P demanded the Prime Minister of Pakistan and Vice Chancellor of Karachi University to immediately fulfill the legitimate demands of the faculty and staff members. According to details, the Members of Muttahida Qaumi Movement-Pakistan in Sindh Assembly…

KARACHI: In commemoration of World Immunization Week, District Health Office (DHO) Malir Dr. Imdad Ali Channa orchestrated a compelling awareness walk, drawing widespread participation from diverse stakeholders to emphasize the critical role of vaccines in preserving public health. The awareness walk organized by the District Health Office (DHO) Malir marked a significant milestone in promoting immunization awareness during World Immunization Week. PD EPI Dr. Naeem Rajput and ADC-1 Malir Nawab Sumair also joined the forces with dedicated teams from DHO, EPI Malir, and RMNH, alongside a multitude of enthusiastic citizens from varied backgrounds. The event, characterized by its poignant message…

Scattered mandate, Punjab with PML-N, Sindh with PPP and KP with PTI, asks parties to sit together and work for the development of the country KARACHI: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Wednesday said the economic stability was the biggest ever challenge for the country at the moment that could only be overcome with the coordinated efforts of the federation and the provinces. “We should work together to serve the country and for the development of the provinces as with the joint efforts we can solve problems of the people of Pakistan,” the PM said in his remarks at meeting with…

Traffic police issues alternate traffic plan, security beefed up in provincial capital KARACHI: Major thoroughfares of Karachi will remain closed for traffic on Tuesday as part of security measures taken ahead of the arrival of Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi and his foreign delegation to the city. The metropolis’ traffic police shared an alternate traffic plan for commuters. According to a traffic police spokesperson, both tracks of Sharea Faisal will be closed for traffic from the Jinnah Airport to Pakistan Industrial Development Corporation (PIDC), and routes from Sharea Faisal to Sharea Quaideen and Gurumandir will also remain closed. Both tracks of…

Governor Tessori underscored the deep-rooted historical ties between Pakistan and Iran KARACHI: Sindh Governor Kamran Khan Tesori and Sindh Chief Minister Syed Murad Ali Shah extended a warm welcome to the Iranian president at the airport.—MM photo KARACHI: The President of the Islamic Republic of Iran, Ebrahim Raisi, arrived in Karachi on Tuesday after his engagements in Lahore and Islamabad. Upon his arrival, Sindh Governor Kamran Khan Tessori and Sindh Chief Minister Syed Murad Ali Shah extended a warm welcome to the Iranian president at the airport. Governor Tessori expressed gratitude for the distinguished guest’s visit to Karachi, stressing its…