Author: Ahsan Mughal
By Ahsan Mughal KARACHI: Federal Health Minister Mustafa Kamal sharply criticized India, asserting that the country lacks the capacity to cut water supplies to Pakistan and should instead focus on addressing the Kashmir issue. Speaking at a media briefing in Karachi, Kamal expressed gratitude toward Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi for what he termed a recent “adventure” that, in his view, fundamentally changed the situation. Kamal remarked, “Pakistan twenty days ago and Pakistan today are completely different,” adding, “It is in our DNA to perform well in difficult times.” He dismissed India’s threats to stop water flow as beyond its…
By Ahsan Mughal KARACHI: The Sindh Environment Department has launched an intensified crackdown on smoke-emitting vehicles across the province, with a particular focus on Karachi, as part of a new zero-tolerance policy aimed at curbing air pollution. The campaign, initiated on 5 May under the direct orders of Agha Shahnawaz, Secretary for Environment, Climate Change and Coastal Development, has already inspected 133 vehicles in just a few weeks. Of those inspected, 94 vehicles were found compliant with environmental regulations and were awarded green stickers, signalling their adherence to pollution control standards. Meanwhile, 39 vehicles emitting excessive smoke were immediately fined…
By Ahsan Mughal KARACHI: Members of the Sindh Assembly from MQM Pakistan have raised serious alarm over the crumbling infrastructure of Karachi, condemning the provincial government for neglect and prolonged delays in key development projects, particularly the Red Line bus corridor. The lawmakers singled out University Road as a glaring example of mismanagement, saying it has become a death trap due to its broken surface, open manholes and general unsanitary conditions. Addressing the assembly and speaking through a statement from the party’s central office in Bahadurabad, MQM leaders said that fatal accidents on University Road have become a regular occurrence,…
By Ahsan Mughal KARACHI: Chairman of the Muttahida Qaumi Movement Pakistan (MQM-P), Dr. Khalid Maqbool Siddiqui, has praised the recent ceasefire agreement, calling it a significant success for Pakistan both on the domestic front and internationally. In a statement issued from Karachi, Dr. Siddiqui expressed that the ceasefire not only reflects the country’s ability to maintain peace but also showcases its military strength and resolve. He specifically pointed to “Operation Binyan Marsoos,” the military operation that has garnered global attention for its precision and effectiveness. According to Dr. Siddiqui, the operation has reinforced Pakistan’s defense capabilities and demonstrated the country’s…
By Ahsan Mughal KARACHI: After the success of Pakistan’s military operation, Bunyān Marṣūs, against Indian aggression, citizens across the country took to the streets in celebration. The streets were filled with people of all ages, waving green and white flags and distributing sweets as a gesture of solidarity with the Pakistan Armed Forces. The jubilant crowds danced, sang patriotic songs, and celebrated with excitement, marking India’s humiliation. The air was filled with cheers of “Pakistan Zindabad” as people rejoiced in the victory. In every corner of the country, from small alleys to wide streets, people danced to the beat of…
By Ahsan Mughal KARACHI: Despite the recent ceasefire agreement between Pakistan and India bringing a semblance of geopolitical calm, the aviation sector remains deeply disrupted, with 150 flights cancelled across Pakistan in a single day. According to aviation authorities, uncertainty continues to grip air traffic schedules, particularly in Karachi, Lahore, and Islamabad. Karachi alone has seen the cancellation of 45 flights, while 38 were scrapped in Lahore and 40 in Islamabad. Smaller yet significant disruptions were reported from Multan (10 flights), Peshawar (11), and Sialkot (6). Strikingly, 138 of the cancelled flights were international, signaling broader operational and logistical challenges…
By Ahsan Mughal KARACHI: A hand grenade explosion occurred today near a police checkpoint in the bustling Gulistan-e-Jauhar Block 11 area of Karachi, though fortunately, no casualties or damage were reported. The incident, which took place in the early hours of the day, has sparked a swift response from law enforcement agencies. According to police officials, the explosion was caused by a grenade thrown by an unidentified motorcyclist. The authorities revealed that the assailant threw the grenade in the vicinity of the police checkpoint, which was closed at the time. As a result, the grenade landed on the road and…
By Ahsan Mughal KARACHI: On the call of Jamaat-e-Islami (JI) Pakistan Ameer Engr Hafiz Naeemur Rehman, Youm-e-Azm (Determination Day) was observed in Karachi, as well as other parts of the country, with hundreds of demonstrations, walks, and programs held across the mega city on Friday. People from all walks of life participated in the demonstrations, which were mainly held outside mosques after Friday prayers. A large number of schools and other educational institutions also organised walks and events to mark Youm-e-Azm. JI Karachi Ameer Monem Zafar addressed a major protest demonstration outside a mosque in the Lasbela area of Karachi.…
By Ahsan Mughal KARACHI: Karachi Mayor Murtaza Wahab has written to Federal Minister for Railways Hanif Abbasi, proposing a solution to the city’s worsening traffic congestion by requesting the construction of a parking plaza on land owned by Pakistan Railways. In his letter, Wahab emphasized that creating a parking facility on railway land could significantly ease the traffic crisis, which has become a daily challenge for Karachi’s residents. The mayor specifically pointed out the area near the Stock Exchange as an ideal location for the proposed parking plaza. He also suggested transforming the railway grounds in front of the City…
By Ahsan Mughal KARACHI: A shooting incident in Karachi’s Gulshan-e-Iqbal Block 13 has left three individuals injured, including two women. Police sources confirmed that the attack occurred when assailants, riding a motorcycle, targeted a transporter in the area. During the course of the shooting, the two women, who were in the vicinity, were caught in the line of fire and sustained injuries. The attackers quickly fled the scene after the incident, and law enforcement agencies have launched an investigation to identify and apprehend those responsible. Police officials are continuing their efforts to track down the assailants, with no arrests made…