Karachi Matters Editor
- Pakistan
- June 1, 2025
- 36 views
Inflation Expected to Rise from 5% to 7.5% in FY 2025–26, Says Government
The government has warned that inflation could rise to 7.5% in the next financial year (2025–26), compared to 5% this year. This increase is expected due to relaxed import restrictions…
- Health
- May 31, 2025
- 18 views
Rising Heat Due to Climate Change Poses Serious Threat to Mental Health, Study Reveals
A recent study by Columbia University reveals that rising heat waves due to climate change pose a significant threat to mental health globally. While most heat action plans mention mental…
- Sports
- May 31, 2025
- 54 views
Arshad Nadeem Wins Gold for Pakistan at Asian Athletics Championship
Pakistan’s star javelin thrower and Olympic medalist Arshad Nadeem claimed the gold medal at the Asian Athletics Championship with an outstanding final throw of 86.40 meters. He consistently led the…
- Pakistan
- May 30, 2025
- 81 views
Pakistan’s Salaried Class Paid Over 5 Times More Tax Than Exporters, Retailers In FY2024-25
In FY2024-25, Pakistan’s salaried class paid over Rs550 billion in income taxes—five times more than the combined Rs100 billion contributed by exporters and retailers, according to the Salaried Class Alliance…
- Karachi
- May 30, 2025
- 41 views
Power Outage for Several Hours in Various Areas of Karachi, Citizens Suffer in Extreme Heat
Karachi experienced prolonged power outages across several neighborhoods on Thursday due to cable faults, maintenance operations, and unannounced load shedding. The disruptions, coupled with soaring temperatures, left residents in distress.…
- Karachi
- May 30, 2025
- 37 views
Trailer Hits Motorcycle Near Super Highway in Karachi: 2 Women Killed, 2 Children Injured, Driver Flees
KARACHI: A high-speed trailer rammed into a motorcycle near Dumba Goth on the Super Highway, claiming the lives of two women and injuring three others, including two children. The motorcycle…
- Pakistan
- May 30, 2025
- 30 views
Ministry of Finance Warns of Possible Rise in Inflation
The Ministry of Finance has warned of a possible rise in inflation, projecting rates between 1.5%–2% in May and 3%–4% in June 2025. Despite this, the economy showed positive signs…
- Karachi
- May 25, 2025
- 85 views
Karachi Weather to Get Hotter from Today, Could Feel Like 45°C
Karachi is expected to become hotter starting today as the sea breeze may stop blowing. Temperatures could reach up to 40°C, with coastal areas feeling as hot as 45°C. The…
- Sports
- May 25, 2025
- 67 views
Bangladesh Cricket Team’s First Group Arrives in Lahore for T20 Series
The first group of the Bangladesh cricket team, consisting of 10 members including players and support staff, has arrived in Lahore ahead of the T20 series against Pakistan. The remaining…
- Pakistan
- May 24, 2025
- 44 views
Defense Budget to Increase Amid Changing National Security Landscape, Says Ahsan Iqbal
Federal Planning Minister Ahsan Iqbal has announced an increase in the defense budget in response to the evolving national security situation. He assured that the IMF is satisfied with government…
- Pakistan
- May 3, 2025
- 156 views
Rs391 Billion Collected from Salaried Class in 9 Months, Jamaat-e-Islami Urges Tax Relief
Jamaat-e-Islami has demanded a reduction in income tax rates for the salaried class, highlighting that Rs391 billion has already been collected from them in the first nine months of the…
- Sports
- May 3, 2025
- 149 views
Pakistani Boxer Shaheer Afridi Beats Indian Opponent in Thailand Fight
Pakistani boxer Shaheer Afridi delivered a powerful performance in Thailand, defeating Indian opponent Tarjot Singh Bawa with a fourth-round knockout. The referee stopped the bout after the Indian boxer struggled…
- Economy , Pakistan
- May 3, 2025
- 142 views
Inflation Hits Historic Low in Pakistan Lowest in 60 Years
Pakistan’s inflation rate dropped to 0.28% in April 2025 — the lowest level in 60 years — driven by falling food, transport, and utility costs. The Consumer Price Index saw…
- International
- April 19, 2025
- 574 views
Global YouTube Sensation MrBeast Announces Upcoming Visit to Pakistan
World’s most popular YouTuber, MrBeast (Jimmy Donaldson), has expressed his interest in visiting Pakistan. The announcement came during a recent video with Pakistani content creator Zalmi (Sajid Rehman), who collaborated…
- International
- April 18, 2025
- 142 views
UAE to Replace ID Cards with Advanced Facial Recognition Technology
The United Arab Emirates is set to replace traditional ID cards with a state-of-the-art facial recognition system, enabling citizens and residents to access government services and airport facilities with ease.…
- Pakistan
- April 9, 2025
- 238 views
PIA Records Rs. 26.2 Billion Net Profit After 21 Years, Operating Margin Exceeds 12%
According to Media Reports, After 21 years, Pakistan’s national airline has achieved a historic financial milestone, recording a net profit of Rs. 26.2 billion in 2024. The airline also posted…
- Weather
- April 8, 2025
- 176 views
PMD Issues Heatwave Alert as Temperatures in Sindh Set to Surge 5-7°C Above Normal
The Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) has issued a heatwave alert for several districts across Sindh, with temperatures expected to rise 5-7°C above normal this week. Key areas, including Larkana, Jacobabad,…
- Pakistan
- April 4, 2025
- 236 views
Pakistan’s Inflation Hits 59-Year Low at 0.7% in March 2025
Pakistan’s headline inflation dropped to 0.7% year-on-year in March 2025, marking a 59-year low — the lowest since December 1965, according to SBP data. This decline follows a 1.5% rate…
- International
- April 4, 2025
- 127 views
Dubai to Launch Self-Driving Taxis by 2026
Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has announced the launch of autonomous taxi services by 2026, in collaboration with global tech leaders Uber, WeRide, and Baidu’s Apollo Go. Commercial pilot…
- Karachi
- April 3, 2025
- 101 views
Six Dead and 165 Injured in Traffic Accidents During Eid Holidays in Karachi
According to Geo News, during the three days of Eid, six individuals lost their lives in traffic accidents in Karachi. The police reported that one death occurred on the first…
