Education Ministry orders urgent investigation after reports of repeated CIE Mathematics paper breaches
Pakistan’s federal government has launched an investigation into alleged leaks of Cambridge International Education (CIE) examination papers following fresh reports that an AS-Level Mathematics exam was circulated online before the scheduled test.
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Anti-graft body alleges illegal occupation and fraudulent purchase of government land linked to Bahria Town Karachi
The National Accountability Bureau Karachi has frozen a luxury mansion allegedly linked to property tycoon Malik Riaz Hussain along with thousands of acres of land associated with Bahria Town Karachi in connection with alleged illegal occupation and purchase of government land.
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Exporters seek freight relief as geopolitical instability disrupts key mango markets
Pakistan mango export sector is facing mounting challenges due to geopolitical tensions in Afghanistan and the Middle East, threatening one of the country’s most valuable agricultural export industries.
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Islamabad explores oil, gas diversification as geopolitical tensions disrupt Gulf supply routes
Pakistan is considering increasing oil imports from Russia as the ongoing crisis in the Strait of Hormuz continues to disrupt global energy supply chains, according to statements reported by Russia’s state-run TASS News Agency, citing Pakistan’s ambassador to Moscow.
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Federal Constitutional Court restores administrative authority but protects public spaces
KARACHI – In a major legal ruling affecting urban land use, the Federal Constitutional Court has overturned an earlier decision that barred the plot conversion of residential into commercial properties in Karachi, effectively restoring regulatory authority to relevant planning and development departments.
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Karachi to remain hot and humid
Karachi is expected to continue experiencing hot and humid weather during the coming days, although there is currently no immediate threat of a heatwave in the city, according to the Pakistan Meteorological Department.
The Met Office said sea breezes are helping maintain relatively stable weather conditions in the metropolis despite rising temperatures in other parts of Sindh.
Daytime temperatures in Karachi are likely to remain between 36°C and 37°C over the next several days.
Heatwave likely in interior Sindh
While Karachi may avoid extreme heat conditions, the PMD warned that several districts in Sindh could experience a fresh heatwave spell from May 15.
The weather department said the heatwave may continue until May 20 or even longer in some areas.
Most parts of Sindh are expected to remain hot to very hot and dry, especially central and upper districts where heatwave conditions are already affecting daily life.
Temperatures may reach 48°C
Meteorologists forecast extremely high temperatures in interior Sindh districts including Dadu, Shaheed Benazirabad and Ghotki, where temperatures could rise between 46°C and 48°C.
Intense heat is also expected to persist in Naushahro Feroze, Jacobabad, Larkana and Sukkur.
The PMD noted that current heatwave conditions may ease temporarily from Tuesday before another prolonged spell develops later in the month.
Public advised to take precautions
Authorities have advised citizens, especially children, women and old-age people, to avoid unnecessary exposure to direct sunlight and remain hydrated.
Farmers have also been urged to plan agricultural activities carefully and ensure proper care of livestock during the extreme weather conditions.
Relevant departments have been directed to remain alert and take preventive measures to avoid emergencies during the ongoing hot weather spell.
Finance minister meets ICAP delegation
Muhammad Aurangzeb has assured chartered accountants that the government will introduce facilitative tax measures in the upcoming Budget 2026-27.
(more…)Pakistan Meteorological Department on Sunday warned that a moderate westerly wave is expected to enter the upper parts of the country, increasing the risk of Glacial Lake Outburst Floods (GLOFs), debris flows and flash flooding in vulnerable areas of northern Pakistan.
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Ali Pervaiz Malik, Federal Minister for Petroleum, held a meeting on Sunday with John L. Thornton to review progress and discuss future plans regarding the Reko Diq copper-gold project.
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Syed Asim Munir on Sunday declared that Pakistan’s defence was fully impregnable against any external aggression and warned that any future hostile action against the country would have “serious, far-reaching and painful consequences.”
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