Category: Pakistan

Sindh Assembly committee reviews drug crackdown near schools

The Sindh Assembly Standing Committee on Home Affairs reviewed actions against drug sales around educational institutions. Chairperson Faryal Talpur emphasized that protecting youth from narcotics is a top priority and called for stronger coordination among agencies. Authorities were directed to intensify checks at border points and target online delivery networks.

Pakistan Meteorological Department forecasts thunderstorms and rain for Karachi starting September 14

The Pakistan Meteorological Department stated that a monsoon low moving westward will bring thunderstorms and light rain to the Karachi Division from September 14 to 16. Several districts in Sindh, including Tharparkar and Umerkot, are expected to experience dust-thunderstorm rain with occasional moderate to isolated heavy falls during this period. The advisory notes that showers in Karachi may occur at intervals with occasional gaps throughout the forecast window.