Sindh Province in Pakistan is set to resume in-person classes in schools, colleges, and universities, effective immediately. Senior Minister Sharjeel Memon made the announcement at a media briefing following a cabinet meeting. According to Memon, online classes will be discontinued, and educational institutions in the province will be closed on weekdays.
Memon also expressed his concerns about the MQM’s (Muttahida Qaumi Movement) attempts to undermine local government authorities. He criticized the party’s leadership, stating that they are “running away” from local body elections.
Sindh Chief Minister Suhail Anwar Siyal announced that a national and international crisis meeting had been convened. Provincial Minister for Interior, Zia Langaar, stated that Operation Nijat Muhraan had successfully restored peace in the province, with notorious dacoits surrendering in areas such as Ghotki, Kashmore, and Shakarparian.
The Pakistan Navy’s Joint Maritime Exercise, C-Guardian 4, was held in Karachi. The exercise, which ran from March 25 to April 1, included a five-day visit to Karachi Port and a two-day exercise in the North Arabian Sea.
Protesters participating in a rally at the Wali Asr Chowk in Karachi held the Pakistani green crescent flag and carried playcards with the slogan “Thanks Pakistan.”
The Islamabad High Court ordered the announcement of Eid-al-Fitr after observing the crescent moon. Saudi Ambassador to Pakistan, Nawaf bin Said Al-Maliki, expressed his appreciation for Pakistan’s responsible stance and diplomatic efforts in the Middle East.
A 30-year-old Quran reciter was arrested after allegedly harassing an eight-year-old girl at a madrasa. The accused is being investigated.
Yaser Khan, a Pakistani sailor, was killed in a missile attack on an Iranian shipping vessel in the port city of Bandar Abbas on March 23. His funeral prayers will be held in Mardan.
A fire broke out in a building on Shahrah-e-Faisal, but the fire brigade successfully brought it under control, and all residents were safely evacuated.
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif stated that the government is taking practical steps to empower youth and prepare them for the future. Chairman of the Pakistan Ulema Council, Hafiz Tahir Mahmood Ashrafi, condemned Israel’s approval of a law to execute Palestinians.
The Karachi Police launched a crackdown on vehicles with fake registration plates in various areas of the city. The police spokesperson stated that the Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP) had taken notice of the incident and formed a special investigation team.
A notification was issued, stating that the weekly holiday will apply to both public and private schools. Former Ameer Jamaat-e-Islami, Sarajul Haq, urged the ruling party to focus on resolving the issues in Balochistan.
Minister for Information and Broadcasting, Marriyum Aurangzeb, announced that the federal government is working on a comprehensive strategy to address the rising inflation and its effects on the global market.
