Blast at Bus on University Road

Blast occured at a bus near Safari Park which was going to Al-Quds rally at Numaish.Bus was carrying ISO members according to some reports.

More than 10 people got injured.

Bomb was planted on the road.

Police defused bomb behind Dolmen Mall,Nazimabad

Bomb Disposal Squad defused a 25 kg bomb planted near the Dolmen Mall,North Nazimabad.

NED Admission Test on October 6,2012

Admission test in NED for 2013 session will be held on October 6,2012.

Forms will be available from 27th August and can be submitted till October 3,2012.

Firing near Markazi Jaloos at Nishter Park

Heavy firing was reported near the Markazi Jaloos of Youm-e-Ali when it was passing through Bolten Market.

According to Commissioner Karachi,hundreds of people tried to enter the jaloos but Police/Rangers didn't allow them and it led to firing between the two groups.

Another source claimed that,Some unknown people did aerial firing near the jaloos.

As per footage of a private Tv channel,Rangers did heavy aerial firing.

2 people reportedly got injured due to firing.

Jaloos ended at the Kharadar Imambargah.

The Dark Knight Rises Premiere at Atrium Cinema

Premiere of the Latest Hollywood movie The Dark Knight Rises was held at Atrium Cinema,Karachi.

Famous Celebrities attended the event.

Liquor banned in Karachi

Major Power Breakdown in Karachi

Most of the areas of Karachi faced hours of load-shedding on Saturday night and during Sehri.

Grenade attack at Chase Nipa Store

Terrorists hurled a grenade at Chase departmental store at Nipa Chowrangi.1 passer-by got injured in the attack.According to reports,the owner of the store had received calls from the extortionists.

Grenade attacks have been increasing in Karachi but earlier it was only old city areas where attacks were reported but now the terrorists are targeting shops in Areas like F.B area and Gulshan too.

Admissions in Government Colleges Announced

Director Colleges announced the Admissions in Government Colleges of Karachi today.

Students can buy and submit the Admission Form from 27th July to 10th August at designated branches of Meezan Bank at Rs.60.

MQM delegation meets Jamat-e-Islami leaders at Mansoora

MQM delegation led by Farooq Sattar met Munawwar Hasan at Jamat-e-Islami head office Mansoora,Lahore.

Matric Science Results Announced!

Matirc(SSC Part II) Science results have been announced by the Karachi Board.

Click here to view the Results

Blast near Chinese Consulate in Karachi

A blast occured near the Chinese Consulate in Clifton area of Karachi.The bomb was planted in a motorcycle.

Bomb defused at Safoora Chowrangi

A thirteen kilogram bomb was found and defused near a school at Safoora Chowrangi by bomb disposal squad today.A remote control device was also attached to the bomb.

Blast in Bufferzone

A blast occured in Bufferzone area of Karachi today.One man got killed in the attack.

Apparently the target was Rangers vehicle.



Few days ago,Law Enforcement Agencies recovered a powerful bomb near the Rangers headquarters at Super Highway.

Terrorists hurled a grenade at a shop in Yousuf Plaza

Unknown people hurled a grenade at a Cement shop near Yousuf Plaza.5 people got injured in the attack.

Shiites protest near Numaish Chowrangi

Hundreds of Shias protest against the BAN of a website www.shiakilling.com near the Numaish Chowrangi.

They want to go to the PTA office in order to record their protest against the BAN on website.Police didn't allow them and so police resorted to teargas and aerial firing in order to stop them.The rally is organised by Shia Action committee.

Ramadan Calendar 2012 - Sehr and Aftar Timings

Ramadan Calendar 2012 for Karachi - Sehri and Aftar Timings!

Eid and First Day of ramadan are subject to sighting of Moon in Pakistan.

Fiqh Hanfia and Fiqh Jafariya

Click here to view Ramadan Calendar

White Lions arrive at Karachi Zoo

A pair of White Lions has arrived at Karachi Zoo from South Africa.

They will be kept in Acrylic glass cage made specially for them so that people can easily see them.

Pictures of the lions will be updated later.

Bengal Tigers arrive at Karachi Zoo

A pair of Bengal Tigers arrived today at Karachi Zoo from Belgium.

They will be kept at Karachi Zoo temporarily and later will be shifted to Karachi Safari Park.

File Photo

Awami Tehreek Jalsa at Lyari

Awami Tehreek(AT) will organize a Shaheedan-e-Muhabbat-e-Sindh Jalsa on Sunday,July 15 at Gabol,Park Lyari.


Awami National Party(ANP) also announced to participate in the rally.

Jalsa

Ayaz Palijo said that they have problem with the MQM and not with Urdu Speaking people.

For video link visit our FB page.

B.Com Private Results announced!

Karachi University has announced the B.Com Private part II results.

You can view the results on Jang website!

White Lions to come at Karachi Zoo

You can now see the African White Lions at Karachi Zoo in few days.Preparation for their cages is underway at Zoo.

Larka Karachi Ka Kuri Lahore Di - New Drama this Ramadan

Express Entertainment presents this Ramadan a new comedy drama serial "Larka Karachi Ka Kuri Lahore Di".

Teaser of the drama series!

SUPARCO Bus targeted near Hub,Karachi

A SUPARCO bus has been targeted in Mowach Goth area near Hub River road.According to media reports,bomb was planted in a cycle.1 got killed and several people are injured.

Lux Style Awards 2012

Lux Style Awards 2012 held at Expo Centre,Karachi.

For updates and pictures visit this Express Tribune page. or www.luxstyle.pk

Grenade attack on Trader's Home in Defence

Terrorists attacked a trader's house in Defence with a grenade but luckily,it wasn't exploded.

He was receiving continous calls from extortionists demanding the extortion money but the trader refused to give it to the criminals.

Extortion and kidnapping of traders have increased since last few months and police have failed to protect them and no major action has been taken by the police against the criminals.

Deputy Director IB killed

Deputy Director of Intelligence Bureau (IB) Qamar Raza was killed by terrorists in F.C Area of Karachi today.

He was rushed to Abbasi Shaheed Hospital.He was also a member of Pak Hyderi Scouts.

Earlier,three workers of banned outfit Sipah-e-Sahaba were gunned down in Surjani Town area.

Extortion(Bhatta Khori) in Karachi - Must Watch Report

Watch report on extortion in Karachi by Geo FIR,

Pakistani Olympic Torch Bearer

Zainab,a resident of Karachi,Pakistan is the first torch bearer for Olympics from Pakistan.

Firing at Aaj Tv Office

Terrorists attacked Aaj Tv office in Karachi,injuring two of their employees.

The injured were shifted to Abbasi Shaheed Hospital in Rangers vehicle.

TTP has claimed the responsibility of the attack.

Liaquat Bangash Killed

ANP's famous worker Liaquat Bangash was killed here on Sunday in Gulistan-e-Jauhar area.

The reason for his death isn't confirmed yet.According to different sources,he fell down from the roof of his flats when Rangers tried to arrest him.

Another media source claimed that he was killed by the Rangers during the raid.

Power Shutdown by KESC in different areas

Karachi Electric Supply Company(KESC) has stopped providing electricity to its users in different areas of Karachi.According to KESC,most of the users of the affected areas don't pay the bills so KESC is not repairing the PMT's in those areas and in result,people are facing power breakdowns for weeks.Sadly,those who pay their bills on time also have to suffer from this problem.Government should look into this matter.

Bank Robbery in Nazimabad - CCTV Footage

Dacoits looted approximately 40 million from a bank in Nazimabad Area today.

CCTV Footage

Business Man targeted in Karachi

Unknown terrorist first tried to stop his car and then shot bullets on the car.However the businessman remained safe.

CCTV Footage

Mehdi Hassan laid to rest

Mehdi Hassan was laid to rest in Shah Muhammad graveyard in North Nazimabad today.

Failed attempt to transfer mobiles and drugs in Central Jail

Mehdi Hassan passes away

King of Ghazals Mehdi Hassan passed away today in a private hospital of Karachi.

MQM supports tomorrow's Strike call

MQM has supported the tomorrow's strike call by All Karachi Tajir Ittehad.

MQM's Former MPA's brother killed in Shershah

Terrorists killed the brother of MQM's former MPA Shakir Ali and injured the other by targeting them in Shershah area today.

MQM has supported tomorrow's strike call by Tajir Ittehad.

Karachi Tajir Ittehad calls for Strike Tomorrow

All Karachi Tajir Ittehad(AKTI) calls for a complete closure of businesses tomorrow in the city against the continued cases of target killings,extortions and kidnappings.

Meanwhile,Sunni Tehreek(ST) has supported the strike call.

Update:MQM has supported the strike call.

Admissions Open - Iqra University - Fall 2012

Admissions for Fall 2012 Session are opened at IU.
Last date of submission of forms:Thursday,19th July,2012.
For more details visit their website:www.iqra.edu.pk

Medical Students Protest outside the Press Club

Students of different private medical varsities protest for their demands outside the press club.
They chanted slogans against the KU administration.



Photo Credits:Muhammad Nasir/TheNews

Karachi Police to launch its own FM Radio Station

According to a report published on Express Tribune,Karachi Police will be starting its own FM Radio Station after the approval from PEMRA and FAB.

Public would get the real-time traffic updates,crime news,weather updates etc.

Farooq Sattar speaks to Al Jazeera

Victims of Karachi's violence talk to Al Jazeera

Victims of Karachi's violence talk to Al Jazeera

VICE Guide to Karachi: Raiding the Taliban

Raid in Orangi Town areas.


Part 3

VICE Guide to Karachi: Battle for Lyari

In this part,you can see the Uzair Baloch's house in Lyari,his interview.Nabeel Gabool roaming around Lyari and his interview.

Part 2

VICE Guide to Karachi: Pakistan's Most Violent City

A Must Watch Documentary.More parts on the next posts.

Part 1

Avanti - Musical Play

Avanti - Grand Musical Play sponsored by Geo Tv Network at Arts Council Karachi.

Admissions Open - IoBM

Admissions in Institute of Business Administration(IoBM) for Fall 2012 are opened.
Submit form online at www.iobm.edu.pk.
Last date of form submission is Thursday,June 14,2012.
For further information visit their website.

Closure of CNG Stations from June 6

CNG Association announed that all the CNG stations in the country will be shut down from June 6,2012

Bike Theft - Star Gate

This video is taken from Youtube.As the video title says,this is a CCTV footage of a possible motorcycle theft from Star Gate area.
The authenticity of the video is not confirmed!

Gloria Jean's opened at Dolmen Mall

Online Vehicle Verification System - Karachi

Excise and Taxation Department,Government of Sindh Online Vehicle Verfication System

Just enter the registration number of the vehicle and the system will give you the information about your vehicle.

Online Verification System

Twitter Banned

Twitter has been blocked in Pakistan.

Sand Storm in Karachi

Dust Storm in Karachi.

Summer Vacations to start from July

Sindh Government issued a notification of Summer Vacations in schools that will be held from July 1 to August 31.

Update:Schools under Agha Khan Board and Cambridge System are allowed to open their schools in June-July.

Admissions Open - IBA

Admissions Open - SZABIST

Admissions in SZABIST Karachi Campus are opened.

Last date to apply:16th June,2012

Admission test 25th-30th June,2012

Visit http://khi.szabist.edu.pk/home for more info.

Admissions Open - Iqra University

Admissions for Summer 2012 are opened in Iqra University.

Last date of Forms Submission: May 3,2012
Aptitude Test on May 6,2012

Visit www.iqra.edu.pk for more info.

Nazeer Hussain University

Nazeer Hussain University(NHU),a project named after Altaf Hussain's father,by Sun charity has been opened in the F.B Area of Karachi.

Admissions would start from August 2012 and initially be given in the faculties of engineering,architecture and business administration.

Inauguration Ceremony

For more information visit their website : www.nhu.net.pk

JSQM calls for Strike

JSQM calls for Sindh-Wide Strike tomorrow.

Pillion Riding Banned

Pillion Riding(Double Sawari) has been banned in Karachi.

DHA City Karachi

Documentary on DHA City situated at Super Highway.

Sheesha Banned

Sindh Government has banned the Sheesha Smoking in Sindh.
According to a Express Tribune report,KMC has started raiding the cafes in Karachi.

HEC University Rankings

Higher Education Commision(HEC) has announced the Latest University Rankings - 2012

The over-all top ten Higher Education Institutes (HEIs) of Pakistan are as follows:

1. Quaid-i-Azam University, Islamabad
2. Pakistan Institute of Engineering and Applied Sciences
3. Aga Khan University, Karachi
4. University of Agriculture, Faisalabad
5. University of The Punjab, Lahore
6. National University of Sciences and Technology (NUST)
7. Pir Mehr Ali Shah Arid Agriculture University
8. University of Health Sciences, Lahore
9. COMSATS Institute of Information Technology (CIIT)
10. Lahore University of Management Sciences, Lahore

Categorically the standings are as follows:

Agriculture/Veterinary

1. University of Agriculture, Faisalabad
2. Pir Mehr Ali Shah Arid Agriculture University, Rawalpindi
3. University of Veterinary and Animal Sciences, Lahore
4. KPK Agriculture University, Peshawar
5. Sindh Agriculture University, Tandojam

Art & Design

1. National College of Arts, Lahore
2. Indus Valley School of Arts and Architecture, Karachi

Computer Sciences & IT

1. COMSAT Institute of Information Tech Islamabad
2. National University of Computer and Emerging Sciences , Islamabad
3. Qurtaba University D.I.Khan
4. Balochistan University of Information Technology and Management Sciences, Quetta
5. City University, Peshawar

Engineering & Technology

1. Pakistan Institute of Engineering and Applied Science, Islamabad
2. National University of Sciences and Technology, Islamabad
3. Ghulam Institute of Engineering and Technology , Swabi
4. University of Engineering and Technology , Taxila
5. Institute of Space Technology, Islamabad

Business Education

1. Lahore University of Management Sciences, Lahore
2. Institute of Business Administration, Karachi
3. Iqra University, Karachi
4. Sukkur Institute of Business Administration
5. National College of Business Administration & Economics, Lahore

Medical

1. Aga Khan University, Karachi
2. University of Health Sciences, Lahore
3. Dow University of Health Sciences, Karachi
4. Isra University, Hyderabad
5. Khyber Medical University, Peshawar

MQM Women Convention

MQM Women Convention at Mazar-e-Quaid on 19th February.

Songs,Fireworks Videos

Karachi Board will conduct Practical exams first