Article: Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Governor Faisal Kundi has urged protesters to seek justice through lawful means instead of resorting to demonstrations. In a media briefing in Peshawar, he said that people should approach the courts to resolve their issues, as everyone has the right to legal recourse. The Governor emphasized that the province cannot afford to engage in a state of confrontation and that the rights of the province cannot be secured through chaos. He stated that protests are merely an attempt to keep party workers energized. The federal government, he said, has shown political maturity by opting for dialogue, whereas…
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The academic community is mourning the loss of Dr. Manzoor Ahmed Pir, a renowned educationist, former Dean of Arts at the University of Karachi, and former Chairperson of the Department of Philosophy. Dr. Pir passed away due to illness, leaving behind a legacy of outstanding academic contributions. Born in 1934, Dr. Pir served as the Dean of Arts at the University of Karachi from 1934 to 1994. In a statement, University of Karachi Vice Chancellor Dr. Khaleeq Iraqi expressed deep shock at Dr. Pir’s passing, paying tribute to his academic services. Dr. Pir was also the Rector of the Osman…
The recent decision by the Pakistani government to grant approval for the import of solar panels without prior consultation with the Ministry of Science and Technology has sparked widespread criticism. Federal Minister for Science and Technology, Khalid Maqsood, revealed that the policy was formulated without consulting the Ministry, sparking controversy. The issue came to light during a meeting of the Senate Committee on Science and Technology, where Chairman Pakistan Council of Scientific and Industrial Research (PCSIR) stated that the Cabinet had approved the policy, but the implementation details remained unclear. Federal Minister Khalid Maqsood criticized the policy, stating that it…
Article: Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) senior leader Khawaja Saad Rafique expressed hope for the success of the Jamaat-e-Islami (JI) in the upcoming elections in Bangladesh. Addressing a function in Lahore, Rafique emphasized that democracy should be modeled after local traditions, not Western ones. He argued that the country needs to form networks with the forces of good and ensure proportional representation in the assemblies. Rafique also highlighted that the real challenge lies in whether the party is in power or in opposition, and expressed his well-wishes for the JI’s success in Bangladesh. In a separate incident, a police encounter in…
Article: In a scathing critique of society, Sindh High Court Chief Justice Zafar Ahmed Rajput has lamented the erosion of moral and cultural values, saying that awareness has given way to chaos in the society over the decades. Addressing a seminar in Karachi, the Chief Justice expressed his reservations about the notion that men are superior to women, saying that the Constitution and law explicitly state that women’s rights are an integral part of human rights. Article 25, he pointed out, prohibits discrimination on the basis of gender, and it is not acceptable to grant men superiority over women solely…
Article: Amir Jamaat-e-Islami Pakistan, Hafiz Naeem-ur-Rehman, has announced the start of a public referendum on January 15. Speaking at a ceremony at Mansoorah Lahore, Hafiz Naeem-ur-Rehman said that democracy is not present in political parties, and people from a single family are dominating. He stated that the series of attacks on local democracy in Punjab and Sindh is ongoing, and authorities should transfer powers to the local level. The Amir of Jamaat-e-Islami said that to change the system, one must adapt to it, and that his party always chooses the path of progress. According to him, the Punjab Municipal Act…
The five-day Karachi World Book Fair, held under the aegis of Pakistan Publishers and Booksellers Association, came to a successful conclusion, quenching the thirst of those who cherish knowledge and awareness. The Karachi World Book Fair broke all previous records, with an estimated 5 lakh people attending the event, including over 300 schools, colleges, universities, and madrasas. The inauguration of the Karachi World Book Fair was marked by the presence of Provincial Minister for Education, Syed Sardar Ali Shah, while notable personalities such as Federal Minister for Education and Training, Khalid Mehmood, Sindh Assembly Opposition Leader, Ali Khursheed, and renowned…
Maulana Fazlur Rahman, the leader of Jamiat Ulema-e-Islam (JUI), expressed gratitude for being awarded an honorary PhD degree, but stated that he would prefer to be called Maulana. In a media talk in Karachi, Maulana Fazlur Rahman said that, from a defense perspective, Pakistan’s performance has been satisfactory, and the Governor has expressed his views. He added that, just as a madrasa is an institution, one should respect and appreciate its value, especially when it is ranked high in the field of Islamic sciences. Maulana Fazlur Rahman stated that the 26th amendment was passed along with some changes, and the…
Karachi has witnessed a significant decrease in road fatalities over the past six months, according to the latest traffic police report. The report reveals that 477 people lost their lives in road accidents during the first six months of 2025, compared to 326 fatalities in the last six months. Furthermore, the number of injured individuals in accidents has also decreased, with 886 injured in the first six months and 642 in the last six months. The introduction of trucks in commercial vehicles has yielded positive results, and continuous meetings with transporters have ensured the implementation of laws. According to the…
Karachi’s Traffic Chaos: Rickshaws Banned on 25 Major Roads The Sindh government has taken a significant step to alleviate the city’s notorious traffic congestion by banning rickshaws and chingchis on 25 major roads in Karachi. According to a notification issued under section 144, the ban will be enforced from February 22, 2026. The Commissioner of Karachi stated that the ban aims to reduce traffic accidents and congestion, thereby improving the city’s traffic flow. The Motorway Police spokesperson confirmed that three individuals were injured in a recent accident and have been shifted to a hospital. Meanwhile, the Muttahida Qaumi Movement (MQM)…
