Markets in Karachi and Lahore will stay open on May 28, Youm-e-Takbeer, despite the government announcing a public holiday. The Karachi Traders Association said that all business and trade centers in the city will be open on May 28. They explained that economic difficulties and unemployment are why they won’t observe the holiday. Similarly, the…
There are thunderstorms and rain in many parts of Punjab. The Meteorological Department says this bad weather will last until tomorrow. Places like Murree, Galiyat, Rawalpindi, Attock, Jhelum, Chakwal, Bhakkar, Mianwali, Khushab, and Nurpur Thal may be affected. There might be rain in Sargodha, Gujrat, Gujranwala, Sialkot, Narowal, Lahore, Kasur, and Okara too. The Punjab…
The federal government has some exciting news for people in Lahore and Karachi: they’re going to open passport offices that will be open all day and night. Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi shared this plan, saying it will help make getting passports easier for everyone. This is great news for folks in Lahore and Karachi who…
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Good news for students in Karachi! Summer vacations are on the horizon. The Sindh Education Department is gearing up to declare summer holidays for schools in Karachi, beginning from June 1, 2024. As the mercury rises, hitting around 30°C, authorities are keen on safeguarding students from the intense heat. The break is anticipated to span…
A police investigation officer in Punjab got arrested for allegedly accepting bribes from manufacturers of chemical kite strings. A special police team caught Ibrahim, who was in charge of investigations at the Ghulam Mohammadabad police station in Punjab, red-handed. He was allegedly taking a bribe from chemical kite string manufacturers in Faisalabad. In response to…
In a recent incident in Karachi’s historic Jodia Bazaar, the country’s oldest and largest wholesale market for essential goods, a vendor faced penalties for allegedly selling flour at a price below the officially prescribed rate. This occurrence has stirred controversy and brought attention to the complexities surrounding pricing regulations in Pakistan’s bustling markets. The Karachi…
Karachi’s railway authorities have taken a decisive step in response to a notable decline in passenger numbers, as reported by ARY News on Friday. Operations for both the Business and Karakoram Express trains will be suspended until the 18th of Ramadan. Passengers affected by the suspension of the Pak Business Express will find accommodation on…
Nestled within the bustling city of Karachi lies a hidden gem, the State Bank of Pakistan Museum. This institution stands as a testament to the country’s economic evolution, offering visitors a mesmerizing glimpse into the history and workings of banking in Pakistan. Exploring the Origins:As one steps into the museum, they are greeted by a…