The Provincial Disaster Management Authority (PDMA) Sindh has issued a province-wide alert as heavy monsoon rains are expected from July 23 to July 25. Authorities directed district administrations and emergency agencies to remain on high alert and implement precautionary measures. According to PDMA Director General Syed Salman Shah, the Pakistan Meteorological Department has forecast widespread […]
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Karachi Board declares Class 10 Science results
The Board of Secondary Education Karachi (BSEK) has announced the results of the 2026 Secondary School Certificate (SSC) Part-II Science Group annual examinations. A total of 141,688 students passed the exams, taking the overall pass percentage to 80.87%. The results also revealed the names of the top-performing students. According to the board, 176,152 students were […]
Sindh expands youth employment programme
The Sindh government has decided to convert its “I Work for Sindh” pilot employment initiative into a permanent government programme. The move matters because it aims to expand job opportunities and improve digital employment services for young people. Job seekers, employers, and public institutions across Sindh are expected to benefit. The decision was made during […]
Tight security for Karachi 9th Muharram procession
Authorities in Karachi have implemented extensive security measures for the central 9th Muharram procession, including the suspension of mobile phone services in key areas. More than 5,000 police personnel have been deployed to ensure the safety of participants and maintain public order. The measures aim to facilitate the smooth conduct of one of the city’s […]
New gas wells start production in Sindh
Gas production has started from newly discovered wells in Dhrki and Khairpur in Sindh. The development adds fresh volumes to Pakistan’s energy supply system. The update is significant as the country continues to address ongoing energy demand and supply challenges. According to Mari Energies, gas from the Shams-1 discovery in Dhrki has been injected into […]
Sindh reports one positive polio sample
Sindh reported one positive environmental sample for the polio virus out of 29 tested in June. The result was confirmed by the Sindh Emergency Operations Centre in Karachi East. The development highlights ongoing monitoring efforts to eliminate polio in the province. According to officials, 21 samples tested negative while seven are still under analysis. The […]
Federal budget allocates billions for Karachi
The federal government has allocated billions of rupees for Karachi’s development projects in the upcoming fiscal year budget. The funding is important because it targets infrastructure, transport, water supply, and public services. Residents across Karachi are expected to benefit from the planned investments. According to budget documents, Rs7.5 billion has been earmarked for the Karachi […]
Sindh unveils Rs2.56tr budget, 7% salary hike
The Sindh government has announced a 7 percent increase in salaries and pensions for government employees in its budget for the fiscal year 2026-27. The budget also sets the minimum monthly wage at Rs43,000, marking a key relief measure for workers amid ongoing inflationary pressures. Chief Minister Murad Ali Shah presented the provincial budget, highlighting […]
Rain relief expected in parts of Sindh
The Pakistan Meteorological Department has forecast rain, thunderstorms, and dust storms in parts of Sindh on June 1. The weather system could provide relief after days of extreme temperatures across the province. Residents in several districts are expected to experience changing weather conditions as heatwave impacts continue. According to the PMD, isolated areas in Qambar […]
Sindh braces for extreme 50°C temperatures
The Meteorological Department has issued a severe heatwave alert for Sindh as temperatures are expected to rise sharply between May 25 and May 31. The alert warns that several districts may face extreme heat due to a developing high-pressure system in the upper atmosphere. Authorities say conditions could become hazardous for vulnerable groups across the […]