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Sindh Chief Minister Murad Ali Shah presented a Rs. 3.45 trillion provincial budget for 2025-26, aiming to drive inclusive development through major investments in education, health, social welfare, and infrastructure. The budget shows a 12.9% increase from last year, with a projected deficit of Rs. 38.4 billion. Tax Relief and Salary Increases The budget proposes …
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In a bold move to combat rising vision issues among schoolchildren, the Sindh Education Department has launched student eye screenings across all government schools. The program comes amid growing concern over the effects of screen time on children’s eyesight. Province-Wide Testing Begins The department has instructed school heads in every district to fully support the …
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RAWALPINDI: The Director General of Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR), Lieutenant General Ahmed Sharif Chaudhry, confirmed on Thursday that India launched drone attacks across several cities in Pakistan. He said Pakistani forces responded swiftly. They successfully shot down 12 Indian drones. However, the attack left one person martyred and another injured in Sindh. “This was an unprovoked …
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Water policy reform took center stage as Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and PPP Chairman Bilawal Bhutto Zardari agreed to implement a consensus-driven approach to Pakistan’s water and agricultural management. However in a key development, the government declared that no new canal projects will begin without approval from the Council of Common Interests (CCI). National Unity …
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Railway traffic near Khairpur, Sindh, was restored on Sunday after a three-hour blockade by nationalist party activists protesting the controversial Indus canals dispute. The agitation is part of ongoing resistance to the federal government’s plan to build six new canals on the Indus River, a project that has sparked widespread unrest across Sindh. Protest Halts …
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Efforts to defuse tensions in the ongoing Sindh canals dispute took a positive turn as the federal and Sindh governments agreed to resolve the matter through dialogue. Adviser to the Prime Minister Rana Sanaullah and Sindh’s Senior Minister Sharjeel Memon reached this understanding during a telephonic conversation on Sunday. The development follows rising tensions over …
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A severe Sindh heatwave has gripped large parts of the province, with the Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) warning that temperatures could rise 5 to 7 degrees Celsius above average today. The extreme heat is expected to affect several districts, placing millions at risk as the region braces for sweltering days ahead. Scorching Conditions Across Upper …
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Sindh Chief Minister Murad Ali Shah has strongly opposed the Cholistan Canal project, warning that the Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) will take necessary action to halt its development. He emphasized that Sindh’s water rights must be protected, stating, “We are ready to go to any lengths to safeguard our people’s interests.” Punjab Yet to Start …
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Sindh Chief Minister Murad Ali Shah clarified that President Asif Ali Zardari did not approve any canal projects in a recent meeting. Misrepresentation of Meeting Details Speaking at a press conference in Karachi, Shah explained that President Zardari was only briefed on irrigation matters and additional land cultivation. However, incorrect meeting minutes led to speculation …
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The Sindh government has declared April 4 a public holiday to honor the 46th death anniversary of former Prime Minister Zulfikar Ali Bhutto. The announcement was made through an official notification issued by Sindh Chief Secretary Asif Haider Shah. Public Holiday Across Sindh All provincial government offices, autonomous bodies, semi-autonomous organizations, corporations, and local councils …
The Sindh Education Department has declared March 22 a holiday for educational institutions across the province. The decision honors Youm-e-Ali, observed on the 21st of Ramadan, marking the martyrdom of Hazrat Ali (RA). Both public and private schools under the School Education and Literacy Department will remain closed. Official Notification and Decision The education department …
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The Sindh Irrigation Department has issued an urgent warning about an impending water shortage and drought across Karachi and other regions of Sindh. The alert comes as water reservoirs reach dangerously low levels due to inadequate rainfall during the ongoing Rabi season. Officials warn that if the situation persists, water scarcity could exceed 50% at …
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Karachi: The Sindh government’s Irrigation Department has warned of a severe water crisis across the province, including Karachi. The department has issued a letter highlighting the alarming drop in water reserves and the growing threat of drought. Water Reserves at Dangerous Levels According to the letter, a lack of rainfall during the current Rabi season …
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Karachi: The Sindh School Education Department has announced a revised schedule for Matric and Intermediate exams due to Ramadan. According to the new schedule, 9th and 10th-grade exams will now take place from April 7 to April 25, following Eid-ul-Fitr. The practical exams for Matric students will begin on March 10 across schools in Sindh, …
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Measles, a highly contagious but vaccine-preventable disease, has reemerged in Sindh, posing a severe public health emergency. In 2024, over 13,000 suspected cases, 6,670 confirmed cases, and 132 deaths were reported. The alarming keyword “vaccine-preventable diseases” underscores the urgent need for action. Alarming Outbreaks Across Sindh The province experienced 149 outbreaks, with Dadu leading at …
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Sindh faced a growing public health crisis in 2024, with over 300,000 people injured in stray dog bite cases across the province. Citizens are demanding swift action from authorities to control the stray dog population and ensure the availability of anti-rabies vaccines, as cases continue to rise at alarming rates. Alarming Statistics on Dog Bites …
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Karachi: Bad news for those driving without licenses in Karachi, as police have decided to take strict action against them starting January. According to details, IG Sindh Ghulam Nabi Memon announced the launch of a traffic awareness campaign by Sindh Police. During a press conference in Karachi, he stated that not having a driving license …
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The MDCAT 2024 retake is being conducted today across Sindh under stringent security measures. Organized by IBA Sukkur, this retest aims to ensure transparency and fairness following court directives. With over 38,000 students participating, authorities have implemented robust procedures to prevent malpractice and provide a seamless testing experience. Test Details and Format The retake spans …
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The latest online star is Hazim Bangwar, the new assistant commissioner for Karachi’s North Nazimabad. After the officer announced his new post on social media, several people delved into Bangwar’s personal life and uploaded photos on the microblogging platform. Bangwar came to Twitter last week to post photos from the office. “It’s an honour to …
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Thar Million Trees Program was initiated in 2017 to convert the desert of Thar into a desert garden with lots of trees and greenery to protect the environment. The program was created by Thar Block II integrated mine-power project that aims to develop the area of Thar into a beautiful space. The Million Trees program …
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……….Doctors hospitalized Sharjeel Inam Memon, Sindh’s Information Minister and senior PPP leader, on Saturday after he complained of chest pain. They quickly admitted him to the National Institute of Cardiovascular Diseases (NICVD) and performed crucial medical procedures to stabilize his condition. The medical team conducted an angiography upon Memon’s arrival, which indicated the need for …
The most talked about event in Pakistan for quite some time was the local body elections that took place on the 15th of January, and the results surprised everyone. Peoples Party (PPP) dominated most of the polls in Hyderabad but Jamat e Islami (JI) challenged them and gave them tough competition in Karachi. PPP surprised …
Local body elections are happening after a long delay in 16 districts of Karachi and Hyderabad. This is the second phase of elections. Muttahida Qaumi Movement (MQM), Pak Sar Zameen Party (PSP), and the Sindh government all tried to postpone the local body elections. The Sindh government pleaded several times to the Election Commission of …
