Karachi Matters Editor
- Pakistan
- June 1, 2025
- 33 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
- 15 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
- 49 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
- 76 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
- 34 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
- 33 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
- 26 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
- 79 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
- 63 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
- 41 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…
