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March 4, 2025 Renowned senior advocate Abdul Jabbar Ulro has passed away, leaving behind a legacy of dedication and excellence in the field of law. His demise has saddened the legal fraternity and those who knew him personally. Abdul Jabbar Ulro was widely respected for his legal acumen, integrity, and commitment to justice. Throughout his…
Saylani Welfare International Trust has been actively working for the past 22 years to improve the living conditions of underprivileged, helpless, and handicapped individuals. With a mission to bring ease and happiness to the lives of those struggling in poverty, the organization has expanded its humanitarian services across multiple facets of life, reaching out to…
By Abdul Qadir Qureshi (Pakistan News & Features Services) Akbar Ali Khan, a son of the illustrious Engr Zakir Ali Khan, the close associate of Engr Z A Nizami, the founder of Sir Syed University of Engineering and Technology (SSUET), has taken over as its fourth Chancellor, replacing Jawaid Anwar. At the time of the…
KARACHI, 28 February 2025:In a significant milestone for the company and the countrys capital market, Zarea Limited has officially been listed on the Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX). This marks a major step forward for the company as it embarks on its journey as a publicly traded entity. The listing of Zarea Limited on the PSX…
Karachi, February 27: Sindh Chief Minister Murad Ali Shah attended the annual dinner of United Memon Jamaat Pakistan, where he acknowledged the communitys exceptional contributions to social welfare. He paid tribute to the philanthropists of the Memon community, recognizing their selfless efforts in saving countless lives. Speaking as the chief guest at the event held…
With Princess Zahra Aga Khan in attendance, 473 women and men graduated from the Aga Khan University (AKU) in Pakistan on Wednesday, as the University paid tribute to its late Founder and first Chancellor, His Highness Prince Karim Aga Khan IV. AKU also welcomed His Highness Prince Rahim Aga Khan V as its new Chancellor,…
Karachi: Sindh Senior Minister Sharjeel Inam Memon has announced strict action against vehicles with fake number plates and individuals driving without valid licenses. In a firm directive, he stated that those found driving without a license would face immediate arrest. The announcement comes as part of the governments broader efforts to enhance road safety and…
Major operation of FIA Immigration at Jinnah International Airport Karachi. The accused had reached Karachi by flight number IA 431. The accused were identified as Ali Raza and Ali Muhammad. The accused were found suspicious during immigration clearance. Fake Iraqi visas were affixed on the passports of the accused. According to preliminary investigation, the accused…
Federal Minister for Finance & Revenue Muhammad Aurangzeb has said that efforts were being made to attain macroeconomic stability for sustainable growth because if the government, without attaining macroeconomic stability, takes growth-oriented steps which was done in the past, it would face balance of payment issue so there was no choice but to take difficult…
The Pakistan Education Endowment Fund (PEEF) held a distinguished cheque distribution ceremony at the National Academy of Performing Arts (NAPA) in Karachi, honoring exceptional students in Nursing and Arts & Culture. The event was graced by Syeda Hajra Sohail, CEO of PEEF, Vice Chancellors from partner institutions, esteemed academic personnel, students, and Dr. Khalid Maqbool…
World Hemophilia Day is celebrated at Hemophilia Welfare Society Karachi (HWSK) Hemophilia Treatment Centre Karachi. On the occasion of World Hemophilia Day celebrated worldwide on April 17, a cake was cut and gifts were distributed to sick children of this bleeding disorder in Karachi. HWSK organized a wonderful ceremony at its state-of-the-art hemophilia treatment center…
The Quality Enhancement Cell (QEC) of Sindh Madressatul Islam University organized a workshop on Practices of Post Graduate Program Reviews in HEIs on June 16, 2023. Dr. Jawaid Akram, Director of QEC at the University of Karachi was the keynote speaker. The workshop aimed at to share the essential knowledge and insights with the faculty…
Sindh Chief Minister Syed Murad Ali Shah paid a surprise visit to the city to ensure the removal of billboards, neon signs, traffic sign boards, and other loose installations to avert damage or any untoward incidents during the cyclonic winds which are expected to lash the city on June 15. Mr. Shah without protocol, accompanied…
Chairman NDMA, Lt. General Inam Haider Malik presided National Coordination Conference to review the development of Extremely Severe Cyclonic Storm (ESCS) BIPARJOY over Arabian Sea in PDMA Sindh Headquarter, Karachi. Representatives of relevant stakeholders including PMD, PDMAs Sindh & Balochistan, K-electric, PMSA HQ, DDMAs, Radio Pakistan and APP participated in session. PMD briefed that BIPARJOY…
By Abdul Qadir Qureshi (Pakistan News & Features Services) A collection on teaching teachers titled Signature Pedagogies of Teacher Education in Pakistan has been launched on World Teachers Day by the Aga Khan Universitys Institute for Educational Development. The teaching profession depends on research, on a foundation of evidence-based efforts to understand the effectiveness of…
By Abdul Qadir Qureshi (Pakistan News & Features Services) To address the critical gap in the response to the non-communicable disease (NCD) epidemic, the Aga Khan University (AKU), in partnership with Duke University, has designed a comprehensive, integrated, multi-disciplinary training programme to train the next generation of leaders in NCD research. This programme, focused on…
By Abdul Qadir Qureshi (Pakistan News & Features Services) The National Library Association (NLA) organized a reception in the honour of the California-based eminent scholar and orator, Ahsan Rafiq, in Karachi on August 29. The ceremony, attended by more than 25 representatives from different walks of life, was presided over by the NLA Advisor, Syed…
By Abdul Qadir Qureshi (Pakistan News & Features Services) Upon the special directives of the Divisional Superintendent, Railways, Karachi, Muhammad Hanif Gul, a crackdown was carried out by the Divisional Commercial Officer (DCO), Nasir Nazeer, on vending stalls, restaurants and dining cars in trains. The DCO Railway Karachi took action against vending stalls and confiscated…