Tag: Karachi
2 Feb 2026
Fire at Karachi’s Saddar mobile market brought under control
According to officials, the fire broke out at Al-Najeebi Market, prompting the deployment of several fire brigade vehicles to contain the flames.
2 Feb 2026
Son of Rehman Dakait arrested with illegal weapon in Karachi
The suspect has been identified as Jibran, son of Abdul Rehman, popularly known as Rehman Dakait.
31 Jan 2026
Karachi Saddar rocked by Rs 8 million robbery, raising security concerns
According to police, Salman, who works at an electric company near Native Jetty Bridge in West Wharf, had sent two of his employees to withdraw Rs80 lakh from a Meezan Bank branch in Keamari.
31 Jan 2026
Karachi: License plate used by an unknown person, citizen receives Rs 50,000 fine
According to the citizen, another person is using his vehicle’s number plate on a different car and violating traffic laws.
31 Jan 2026
Man shot in a clinic in Karachi while receiving medical aid
Police reported that Rasheed was shot in the head and died at the spot.
30 Jan 2026
Hazardous smog returns to Karachi, reaching ‘Very Unhealthy’ levels
Gulistan-e-Johar was the most polluted area, shooting up to a very alarming AQI of 184. This is categorized under “Very Unhealthy,” and serious health warnings have been issued for all citizens.
29 Jan 2026
Dhaka-Karachi direct flights resume after 14-year hiatus
The Biman Bangladesh Airlines flight BG341 will depart from Dhaka at 8:00 pm and is expected to touch down at Karachi airport at 11:00 pm after a three-hour journey.
28 Jan 2026
Dry, cold conditions to continue in Karachi until Jan 30
In an early warning forecast, the PMD said that the weather will remain dry during this period, with cold nights.
28 Jan 2026
Sharjeel hopeful of completing main BRT corridor on Karachi’s University Road by March
“The remaining BRT work will continue, including bridges, underpasses, and U-turns,” he added.
27 Jan 2026
CM Murad opens Rs6.1 bn Korangi causeway bridge for traffic
The bridge is built over Malir river, the project connects Korangi and Landhi industrial areas with Karachi’s East and South districts
26 Jan 2026
Gul Plaza tragedy: Technical team to enter building for final inspection today before sealing it, says DC
However, out of the 73 people who lost their lives in the Gul Plaza tragedy, 23 have so far been identified.
26 Jan 2026
Sindh Civil Defence neglect blamed in Gul Plaza tragedy
Although the department faces shortages of staff and vehicles, the more alarming issue is the erosion of its core values.
25 Jan 2026
KMC announces reconstruction of 418 roads across Karachi
The meeting was also aimed at expediting approvals, reviewing development schemes, and drawing up plans for infrastructure development.
25 Jan 2026
Outsourcing of Islamabad, Lahore, Karachi airports shifted to open bidding
As a part of this policy, the Islamabad airport has been included in the active privatisation program, consistent with the ongoing process for the airports at Karachi and Lahore.
23 Jan 2026
Gas supply to Karachi to be cut for 48 hours
The decision has been taken in view of the increasing demand for gas during the winter season.