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Business Recorder
27-07-2025
- Business
- Business Recorder
New official sugar prices notified for Karachi
Karachi Commissioner Syed Hassan Naqvi on Sunday issued a new official price for sugar in the city, with a notification now in effect. According to the notification, the new wholesale price for sugar has been fixed at Rs 170 per kilogram, while the retail price is set at Rs 173 per kilogramme. Unjustified hike in sugar prices will not be allowed: Govt All wholesalers, retailers, and departmental stores have been strictly instructed to implement the new prices. Commissioner Naqvi warned that legal action would be taken against anyone found violating the official rate. Sellers of sugar have also been directed to prominently display the new prices. The move is aimed at regulating the market and ensuring the commodity is sold at the government-fixed rate.
India.com
07-06-2025
- Climate
- India.com
This Pakistani city has imposed beach ban due to....
This Pakistani city has imposed beach ban due to… Karachi: One of the major cities in Pakistan – Karachi – has imposed a temporary ban on visiting beaches. It means nobody can visit the beaches until the next notification by the administration. The ban has been imposed by the city administration to protect its citizens from strong waves and rough sea conditions. The ban, which is effective from June 6 to 13 and can be extended further depending on the situation, applies to famous beaches like KANNUP, Sunerah, Mubarak Village, Turtle Beach, and Dua Chowk, ARY News reported. The Karachi Metropolitan Corporation (KMC) requested the ban due to increasing drowning cases and hazardous waves during the monsoon season. Commissioner Syed Hassan Naqvi emphasised that this measure ensures public safety and prevents potential fatalities, as per ARY News. The ban prohibits swimming, bathing, diving, and all entertaining activities at the mentioned beaches. Law enforcement officials will take action against those violating the ban under Section 195 (i) (a) and Section 188 of the Pakistan Penal Code (PPC). According to ARY News, the ban is temporary but may be extended if hazardous sea conditions persist. Residents are urged to cooperate with authorities and avoid restricted areas during this period. As per the directives of the Pak's Punjab government, the authorities have imposed section144 of the Criminal Procedure Code to maintain public peace during the Islamic festival – Eid al-Adha holidays. The ban has been imposed from June 5th to June 11th. Health concerns related to unsafe and unsanitary practices during Eid al-Adha celebrations prompted the issuance of a public notification. The Punjab government has issued guidelines for the safety of the people, hygiene, and order during Eid. A government directive prohibits the burning of animal remains, including heads and hooves, in public areas and the disposal of animal waste and offal in drains, sewers, canals, or waterways to prevent pollution. Local authorities and law enforcement have been ordered to enforce these restrictions and prosecute offenders.
Hindustan Times
07-06-2025
- Climate
- Hindustan Times
Pakistani officials impose Karachi beach ban due to rising drownings in monsoon
The Karachi administration has imposed a temporary ban on visiting beaches due to strong waves and rough sea conditions. The ban, effective from June 6 to 13, applies to popular beaches like KANNUP, Sunerah, Mubarak Village, Turtle Beach, and Dua Chowk, ARY News reported. The Karachi Metropolitan Corporation (KMC) requested the ban due to increasing drowning cases and hazardous waves during the monsoon season. Commissioner Syed Hassan Naqvi emphasised that this measure ensures public safety and prevents potential fatalities, as per ARY News. Also Read: Pakistani media entrepreneur arrested in Karachi for assaulting Hindu man over minor accident The ban prohibits swimming, bathing, diving, and all entertaining activities at the mentioned beaches. Law enforcement officials will take action against those violating the ban under Section 195 (i) (a) and Section 188 of the Pakistan Penal Code (PPC). According to ARY News, the ban is temporary but may be extended if hazardous sea conditions persist. Residents are urged to cooperate with authorities and avoid restricted areas during this period. Also Read: Karachi Earthquakes: Three low-intensity earthquakes shake the city in 24 hours According to the directives of the Punjab government, Section 144 of the Criminal Procedure Code was imposed from June 5 to June 11 to maintain public peace and safeguard the lives of citizens during the Eid al-Adha holidays. The notification was issued because of the reports associated with Eid al-Adha celebration practices, which are not safe and unhygienic. Also Read: India has used drones to hit Karachi, Lahore and other major cities, claims Pakistan Army The Punjab government has announced several guidelines to ensure public safety, hygiene, and order during the upcoming Eid occasion. According to the notification, animal remains, such as heads and trotters, cannot be burnt in public spaces. Also, animal waste and offal are prohibited from being discarded in drains, manholes, canals, or other water bodies to stop contamination. The Home Department has instructed all district administrations and law enforcement agencies to impose the restrictions and take legal action against any violations.
Express Tribune
03-06-2025
- Climate
- Express Tribune
Karachi hit by 19 mild tremors since Sunday
Listen to article A total of 19 mild earthquake tremors have been recorded since Sunday night, an event unprecedented in Karachi city's history. The Early Tsunami Warning Cell Karachi has released official data, confirming that the strongest earthquake measured 3.6 magnitude, while the weakest was recorded at 2.1 magnitude. Out of these, 11 tremors were recorded in the Malir district, while the remaining were felt in the southwestern part of Korangi and the northeastern areas of DHA. Experts attribute the repeated seismic activity to shifts in underground tectonic layers. These tremors are caused by the release of energy generated by low-level seismic movement beneath the earth's surface. In response, residents in several streets and neighborhoods of Malir and Quaidabad have opted to stay outdoors, setting up temporary shelters and tents in open areas. Women gathered throughout Monday to recite the Holy Quran, praying for safety. Commissioner Karachi Syed Hassan Naqvi urged residents to stay calm and not believe in rumours circulating on social media. Read: Light earthquake jolts Karachi; no damage reported According to the National Tsunami Center (Pakistan Meteorological Department), these tremors are not a warning sign of a major natural disaster, but rather a natural geological process. This activity may actually help balance the local fault line for years to come. Ameer Haider Laghari, head of the National Tsunami Center, explained that the Quaidabad fault line remains active, and the situation could continue for up to a week. The year's first earthquake in Karachi was recorded on March 31, registering 4.7 magnitude with a depth of 19 kilometers. In contrast, this latest sequence has shown a consistent pattern, specifically in Malir and Quaidabad, where nine low- to moderate-intensity earthquakes occurred within two days. Several parts of the city felt the tremors. Chronological details of the seismic events include: Sunday, 5:33 PM – Magnitude 3.6, depth 10 km, epicenter: Qaidabad Sunday, 10:29 PM – Magnitude 3.2, depth 10 km, epicenter: Qaidabad Sunday, 11:45 PM – Magnitude 3.1, depth 10 km, epicenter: 40 km southeast of Malir Monday, 1:06 AM – Magnitude 3.2, depth 12 km, epicenter: Gadap Town Monday, 11:04 AM – Magnitude 3.2, epicenter: Qaidabad Monday, 12:17 PM – Magnitude 2.2, depth 29 km, epicenter: southeast Malir Monday, 1:11 PM – Magnitude 2.4, depth 188 km, epicenter: 11 km east of Malir Monday, 1:38 PM – Magnitude 2.9, depth 5 km, epicenter: near DHA Monday, 9:49 PM – Magnitude 3.0, depth 13 km, epicenter: 30 km east of DHA In an interview with Express News, Ameer Haider Laghari noted that the quakes stem from natural tectonic shifts, where built-up energy in the earth is gradually released—causing seismic activity. He emphasized that this is a global geological process, occurring in some regions more frequently than others. He recalled similar tremors in northern Pakistan, where activation of a fault line triggered panic in Islamabad and nearby areas for several days. READ MORE: 4.6-magnitude quake jolts northwestern Pakistan Laghari assured that the Karachi earthquakes are low-intensity, and each subsequent tremor has been less intense than the previous one. He also clarified that these are not aftershocks, as such minor quakes don't usually produce aftershocks—they are independent seismic events. He warned that Malir, Quaidabad, and surrounding areas may continue to feel tremors for two more days to a week. Pakistan lies in a shallow earthquake zone, meaning most quakes occur at low depths. He also highlighted other active fault lines in the region, including the Landhi fault line, Thana Bula Khan, and the Western Kirthar Range Plate Foundry Fault Line. As a precaution, he advised that residents of structurally weak buildings should evacuate quickly during tremors. People should avoid standing near walls, and instead, seek open spaces for temporary shelter. Providing broader context, Dr. Adnan Khan, Associate Professor and Geologist at the University of Karachi, told Express Tribune that these were minor tremors and not a cause for alarm. He explained that Karachi is situated on a passive tectonic margin, far from any major fault line, making large, destructive earthquakes highly unlikely in the region. 'These tremors are classified as mild, resulting from minor tectonic movements and stress accumulation deep within the Earth's crust,' Dr. Khan stated. READ MORE: 3.6 magnitude quake jolts Quetta He also linked these movements indirectly to Himalayan tectonic activity, where the northward shift of the mountain range—by 4 to 5 cm annually—can generate distant tectonic pressures, occasionally manifesting as low-intensity quakes even in far-off areas like Karachi. Dr. Khan further pointed to human factors that may play a subtle role in altering subterranean stability, including industrial waste incineration and excessive groundwater extraction, both of which can influence local seismic behavior over time. While the scientific consensus remains that these tremors are harmless, both Laghari and stressed the importance of basic safety awareness. Dr. Khan also advised citizens to remain calm during any such tremor and to immediately move to open areas, staying away from walls, foundations, or tall structures. Meanwhile, at least 216 prisoners escaped from District Malir Jail in Karachi on Monday night after earthquake tremors led to a temporary evacuation of inmates, Jail Superintendent Arshad Shah confirmed early Tuesday. According to Shah, the prisoners exploited the confusion during the evacuation to flee. In response, security forces including police, Rangers, and Frontier Corps (FC) were swiftly deployed to secure the jail and prevent further escapes. Sindh Inspector General Ghulam Nabi Memon reported that 78 of the escapees have been recaptured, while a major search operation is underway to find the remaining fugitives. Security at the facility has since been tightened, with Rangers taking charge of the perimeter and police strengthening security inside the prison.
Business Recorder
18-05-2025
- Business
- Business Recorder
KW&SC board approves ‘Master Plan 2050'
KARACHI: A meeting of the Board of Directors of the Karachi Water and Sewerage Corporation (KW&SC) was held under the chairmanship of Mayor Karachi and Chairman KW&SC, Barrister Murtaza Wahab, which focused on major developments including the approval of the Master Plan 2050 and legal measures to prevent water theft. The meeting was attended by Commissioner Karachi Syed Hassan Naqvi, Dr Sarosh Lodhi, Abdul Kabir Qazi, Tanzil Pirzada, Zafar Sobani, CEO KW&SC Ahmed Ali Siddiqui, COO Engineer Asadullah Khan, and other board members. During the session, the minutes of the previous (ninth) board meeting were approved, while several significant agenda items were passed in the tenth meeting. Water board asked to fast-track execution of K-IV project A detailed discussion was held on the Master Plan 2050, which aims to improve water supply and drainage systems in Karachi over the long term. Mayor Murtaza Wahab directed that the implementation of Master Plan 2050 be expedited to ensure better water and sewerage services for the city's residents. The Board also considered legal amendments to combat water theft more effectively. A formal request will be submitted to the Sindh Government to provide the Water Corporation with the authority to confiscate properties of individuals involved in water theft. Additionally, key appointments were approved to strengthen the organizational structure. Muhammad Ammar Khan was appointed as Chief Financial Officer, Jamshed Raza as Chief Human Resource Officer, Naveed Afzal as Chief Strategy Officer, and Saadat Anwar as Chief Information Technology Officer. Copyright Business Recorder, 2025
