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Karachi Weather Update: Cyclone Asna Moves Away, Light Rain Expected
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Karachi Weather Update: Cyclone Asna Moves Away, Light Rain Expected

The Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) has announced that Cyclone Asna has moved away from Karachi's coast, reducing the threat to the city. Although the cyclone once raised concerns, it is now located about 500 kilometers southeast of Karachi, 350 kilometers south and southeast of Ormara, and 260 kilometers southeast of Gwadar. Even with the cyclone’s departure, Karachi will likely experience light rain or drizzle over the next 24 hours. The PMD expects the sky to stay partly cloudy, with intermittent light showers in the city. Winds, which were strong due to the cyclone, have now weakened, with current wind speeds recorded at 12 kilometers per hour from the northeast. With these developments, the PMD has given the green light to fishermen in Sindh to resume their sea activit...
Software Engineer Kills Company CEO Over Unpaid Salary in Karachi
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Software Engineer Kills Company CEO Over Unpaid Salary in Karachi

A tragic and shocking incident unfolded in Karachi when Naveed, the CEO of Euro Tech Software House, lost his life in a violent altercation with an employee over unresolved salary issues. The incident occurred at the company's office located on Shahrah-e-Faisal, where tensions between Naveed and Shoaib, a nine-month employee, reached a fatal climax. According to reports, Shoaib had been enduring financial strain compounded by his father's mounting medical bills. Frustrated by the non-payment of his salary for three consecutive months, Shoaib confronted Naveed in a heated argument that quickly escalated. In a desperate and tragic turn of events, Shoaib allegedly attacked Naveed with a knife, inflicting fatal wounds. Despite immediate efforts to rush Naveed to the hospital, he tragically...
Karachi Heatwave Claims Four More Lives, Death Toll Reaches 49
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Karachi Heatwave Claims Four More Lives, Death Toll Reaches 49

Karachi continues to suffer from an intense heatwave, which has now claimed four more lives, bringing the total to 49 since June 21. Sindh Health Department confirmed the fatalities, all reported at Abbasi Shaheed Hospital within last 24 hours. Health department's statement highlighted the alarming impact of heatwave on city's hospitals. In past ten days, Abbasi Shaheed Hospital alone has recorded 23 deaths due to heatstroke. Civil Hospital reported 18 deaths, Jinnah Postgraduate Medical Centre (JPMC) reported 5, and Qatar Hospital reported 3. Karachi has been experiencing unusually high temperatures, combined with high humidity, attributed to low air pressure. City's average temperature for month has been 4 degrees Celsius above the normal. On Sunday, temperature soared to 39.2°C,...
Karachi Central Jail Hosts First-Ever Convocation for Inmates Completing Vocational Courses
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Karachi Central Jail Hosts First-Ever Convocation for Inmates Completing Vocational Courses

In a landmark event, Karachi Central Jail held the country's first-ever convocation for inmates who successfully completed vocational courses. According to Express News, 248 inmates graduated from programs in information technology, graphic designing, Chinese, and English languages. The ceremony was a significant step in rehabilitation and skill development of prisoners. 3Alkhidmat Foundation organized it, and notable dignitaries, including Sindh Minister for Jail Ali Hassan Zardari, DIG Naveed Baig, and Sindh IG Prisons Qazi Nazir, attended. During the event, top-performing inmates were honored with cash prizes of Rs25,000 each and gifts. The recognition aimed to encourage and motivate other inmates to participate in similar programs. DIG Baig announced the establishment of a Sk...
Karachi & Islamabad among Top Five Affordable Cities Globally
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Karachi & Islamabad among Top Five Affordable Cities Globally

Karachi and Islamabad are now among top five most affordable Cities Globally, according to Mercer’s Cost of Living City Ranking 2024 survey. The survey looked at 226 cities this year, showing big differences in living costs across regions. This is especially important for people moving internationally for work or other reasons. The five most affordable cities in the world are: Abuja, Nigeria (226) Lagos, Nigeria (225) Islamabad, Pakistan (224) Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan (223) Karachi, Pakistan (222) In these places, cost of living is very low, mainly because of currency depreciation. This makes daily expenses much more manageable for foreigners, making these cities attractive for those who want to keep their living costs low. Most Expensive Cities in the World On...