Karachi, Sindh: The city’s dire situation has worsened as 50% of the population remains without access to water. This comes as the Amir Jamaat-e-Islami (JI) Karachi, Manzoor Ahmed Channa, has announced a 24-hour protest in front of the Sindh Assembly, starting from March. Channa criticized the PPP, PML-N, and MQM for their alleged failure to address the city’s water crisis.
The JI Karachi chief further stated that despite ongoing projects for over a decade, the Green Line project has not been completed. He demanded a transparent investigation into the tragic incident at Gloria Plaza, where people suffered due to the lack of firefighting equipment.
Meanwhile, the Inspector General of Police (IGP) Punjab, Dr. Usman Anwar, is expected to be transferred to the federal government. The Sindh government has announced strict measures to curb smuggling in the province, including the smuggling of oil and other essential commodities.
In another development, the National Economic Council (NEC) has approved four major development projects worth over Rs 240 billion. The projects aim to boost economic growth and development in the country.
In a significant move, the Federal Minister for Communications and Development, Azeem Khan, apologized to PPP Senator, Palwasha Khan, during a Senate session. The move is seen as a gesture of goodwill and a sign of improving relations between the two parties.
The Senate Standing Committee on Trade has summoned officials from the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR), the Ministry of Commerce, and the US Embassy to answer questions on US imports, barter trade, and FBR’s performance.
In a separate incident, the Chief of Libyan Armed Forces, Field Marshal Khalifa Haftar, visited the GHQ in Islamabad. The visit is seen as a sign of strengthening ties between the two countries.
In other news, the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa government has issued a directive to hold ceremonies and events in girls’ colleges across the province. The move aims to promote women’s education and empowerment.
The situation in Balochistan remains critical, with reports of smuggling of oil and other essential commodities. The government has promised to take strict action against those involved in smuggling.
In a significant move, the National Assembly has approved the Punjab Regulation of Aircraft Flighting Act 2025. The act aims to strengthen aviation laws and regulations in the province.
PTI’s Parliamentary Party is set to hold a meeting, with the participation of Chief Minister Punjab, Saeed Khokhar, expected. The party will discuss key issues, including the upcoming budget and economic reforms.
In a separate development, the US President, Donald Trump, has held a telephonic conversation with Indian Prime Minister, Narendra Modi. The conversation is seen as a sign of improving ties between the two countries.
In a significant move, Indian film director and actress, Shazia Ali Khan, has made her Instagram account private after facing criticism for her statement on the film “Dharkan 2.” The move is seen as a sign of her commitment to her values and principles.
