The University of Karachi has been at the center of a serious land grabbing and illegal construction case, with the state authorities yet to take any effective action. In a recent letter to the Sindh government, the University’s Registrar Dr. Imran highlighted that the land grabbing issue was first reported on September 25, 2025, but despite this, no official response was received, and no progress was made. The letter emphasized that the unauthorized land occupation and illegal construction not only interfere with the university’s administrative matters but also pose a direct threat to the university’s safety, autonomy, and academic environment.…
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Karachi, Pakistan – In a devastating turn of events, a massive fire broke out at the iconic Glade Plaza on one of the busiest roads in Karachi, leaving six people dead, 22 injured, and 58 missing. The fire, which began on Tuesday, has not been fully extinguished, and rescue efforts are still ongoing. According to the Chief Fire Officer, the fire is still burning, and the cooling process is underway. The Glade Plaza, a commercial complex built in 1995, was initially designed to have only three floors but was later expanded to accommodate more shops, resulting in a total of…
Article: A serious crisis has unfolded at the University of Karachi, with the institution’s valuable land being occupied and a petrol pump being constructed on it in blatant disregard for the law. The absence of effective action by provincial authorities has heightened concerns among the university’s administration and faculty. According to a letter sent by the university’s registrar, Dr. Imran, to the Secretary of Boards and Universities, Mr. Abbas Baloch, the issue of land grabbing on the university’s premises was first reported on September 25, 2025. However, despite the administration’s repeated requests for action, no official response was received, and…
Karachi, Pakistan – A devastating fire swept through the Gl Plaza, a bustling commercial complex on MA Jinnah Road, leaving a trail of destruction and claiming the lives of at least six people. The inferno, which began on Tuesday, raged on for over 22 hours, engulfing a significant portion of the building. According to officials, the Gl Plaza was constructed in 1995, initially comprising three floors. Over time, three additional floors were added, increasing the number of shops from 500 to over 1,200. However, the complex lacked a proper emergency exit and fire safety measures, exacerbating the situation. Sindh Chief…
Article: A family from Sukkur, Muhammad Atta, who went missing during the recent Karachi Plaza fire, has left for Karachi as his family is worried about his whereabouts. According to his family, Muhammad Atta was present at the shopping mall where the fire took place, trying to find his children. However, when they had a telephone conversation with him, he seemed to be inside the mall, stating that he couldn’t see anything and was trying to get out. The family has been worried since the conversation, and they have now left for Karachi to find their loved one. The Karachi…
The proposed amendment will allow the Senate Chairman, Leader of the House, or the Minister to speak for up to 20 minutes, while other members will be limited to 10 minutes. The amendment also suggests that the Chairman of the Senate may, at his discretion or with the consent of the House, set the time limit for speeches. In cases where a motion of adjournment is moved, the Leader of the House, Leader of the Opposition, or the Minister will be allowed to speak for up to 20 minutes. Currently, the Chairman of the Senate sets the time limit for…
Pakistan has been invited by the United States to join the newly formed Board of Peace for Gaza, which aims to promote peace and reconstruction efforts in the region. According to a statement by the Foreign Office, Pakistan’s participation in the board is a formal invitation, and the country will play a vital role in international efforts to achieve peace and stability in Gaza. The Board of Peace, which was announced by US President Donald Trump last week, will comprise prominent international figures, including the US Secretary of State, Marco Rubio, and the World Bank President, Ajay Banga. The board’s…
In a shocking incident, Imam Hussain Shah Jillani was injured in a shooting incident in Rawalpindi, while his security guard Shafquat died on the spot. According to police sources, the injured Imam was shifted to a hospital in a critical condition, and the shooters fled the scene after the attack. Police have cordoned off the area and launched an investigation into the incident. The shooting took place in the Thana Rauat area of Rawalpindi, where heavy police presence was seen at the scene. The Chief Police Officer (CPO) of Rawalpindi has ordered the immediate arrest of the culprits. Ali Khurshid,…
The country’s imports for major sectors have seen a substantial decrease in the first six months of the current fiscal year, primarily attributed to the closure of the Afghan border and a decline in domestic production. According to a report by the Statistical Agency, imports of food items from July to December recorded a 40.29 percent decline, with a total value of $2.36 billion, compared to approximately $4 billion during the same period in the previous fiscal year. The report also stated that there was a 49.90 percent decline in rice imports, a 36.80 percent decline in vegetable imports, and…
Karachi, Pakistan – Sindh Senior Minister Sherrif Mehmood Qaimi revealed that an investigation into the cause of the massive fire that engulfed the iconic Gul Plaza in Karachi, Pakistan is underway. Speaking to a local news channel, Geo News, Qaimi stated that the rescue team arrived at the scene shortly after the fire broke out, but the extent of the damage was not immediately apparent. “It’s too early to say how the fire started,” Qaimi said. “But we are working closely with the rescue teams and the authorities to determine the cause and extent of the damage.” Qaimi added that…
