Karachi Matters Editor
- Pakistan
- December 16, 2024
- 28 views
State Bank Reduces Interest Rate by 2%, Bringing It Down to 13%
The State Bank has announced a 2% reduction in the interest rate, bringing it down from 15% to 13%. The decision, made by the Monetary Policy Committee, follows a series…
- Karachi
- December 16, 2024
- 32 views
Karachi’s Water Crisis Reaches Critical Levels as Tanker Mafia Profits
Karachi’s water crisis has reached alarming levels, with residents being forced to buy costly tankers amid a severe shortage. Reports indicate that several areas are experiencing sewage contamination in the…
- Weather
- December 16, 2024
- 24 views
Cold Wave Persists in Karachi, Minimum Temperature Drops to 10.5°C
A cold wave continues to grip Karachi, with the minimum temperature recorded at 10.5°C. The city is expected to experience similar conditions in the coming 24 hours, with temperatures ranging…
- Karachi
- December 16, 2024
- 38 views
Water Supply Line on University Road Ruptures for Third Time, Disrupting 70% of City’s Water Supply
The water supply line on University Road has ruptured for the third time, disrupting 70% of the city’s water supply. The 84-inch line, damaged during the Red Line BRT construction,…
- Pakistan
- December 13, 2024
- 25 views
Federal Minister Azam Nazeer Tarar Reveals Ministers’ Salary and Benefits
Federal Minister for Law, Azam Nazeer Tarar, disclosed that federal ministers receive a salary of approximately 200,000 rupees, along with a 1500cc car and 400 liters of petrol. He also…
- Karachi
- December 13, 2024
- 26 views
World Bank Approves $240 Million Financing to Improve Water and Sewage Systems in Karachi
The World Bank has approved $240 million in funding for the Karachi Water and Sewerage Project 2, aimed at addressing the city’s water crisis. The initiative will provide clean water…
- Karachi
- December 13, 2024
- 36 views
Sindh Government To Launches First EV Taxi Service to Provide Affordable Travel to Citizens
Sindh Information Minister Sharjeel Memon announced the launch of the first EV taxi service in Karachi, aimed at providing affordable travel options to citizens. He emphasized the government’s efforts to…
- Sports
- December 13, 2024
- 31 views
Imad Wasim Announces Retirement from International Cricket
Imad Wasim, a key member of Pakistan’s Champions Trophy-winning team, has announced his retirement from international cricket. In a heartfelt message on social media, he shared that representing Pakistan was…
- International
- December 13, 2024
- 31 views
Japan Implements Three-Day Weekend Scheme to Boost Birth Rate
To address Japan’s declining birth rate, the Tokyo Metropolitan Government has introduced a three-day weekend scheme for its employees, starting in April. This initiative aims to improve the fertility rate,…
- Karachi
- December 13, 2024
- 30 views
Opposition Leader Alleges PPP Allocated Rs. 7 Billion to MQM as Bribes; Development Work Remains Invisible
Opposition Leader in the City Council, Saifuddin Advocate, has accused the PPP of distributing Rs. 7 billion as bribes to MQM members, with no visible development work to show for…
