A man wears a rain jacket as he walks along a side walk during a rain in Karachi, Pakistan, August 2, 2024. — REUTERS Deep depression likely to move southwest in next 24 hours Torrential rains may cause flooding in Karach nullahs. Schools in Hyderabad, Mirpurkhas to remain closed. KARACHI: As Sindh, including Karachi, braces for … Read more
Motorcyclists passing through rainwater accumulated at Kazi Qaiyoum Road after heavy rain in Hyderabad. — APP/File KARACHI: Rumours regarding closure of schools in Karachi have been doing rounds on social media amid heavy rain forecast, creating confusions among the students and their parents. Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) Chief Meteorologist Sardar Sarfaraz had said the peak … Read more
US Consul General Karachi Scott Urbom. — Facebook/@karachi.usconsulate KARACHI: Scott Urbom has officially taken on the role of consul general at the US Consulate General in Karachi, underscoring the ongoing US-Pakistan diplomatic relationship, according to a statement issued by the consulate on Tuesday. Urbom brings a wealth of experience to his new role. He served … Read more
Karachi is bracing for another day of heavy rain accompanied by strong winds as the monsoon system continues to impact the city. The Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) has forecasted more downpours for the port-city today, with temperatures ranging from a minimum of 25.5°C to a maximum of 33°C. During the past 24 hours, the highest … Read more
A vehicle passing through rain water accumulated on road in Karachi on August 18, 2024. —INP KARACHI: After torrential rains drenched Karachi last night, Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) Chief Meteorologist Sardar Sarfaraz on Tuesday said the peak of this monsoon spell was yet to be seen as more than 150 millimeters rain was likely to … Read more
People commute during heavy rain in Karachi. — APP/File KARACHI: Heavy rain accompanied by strong winds lash parts of the urban port city on Monday night as the Meteorological Office forecast possible occurrence of showers from August 27 till 31 in the Sindh province. Rain showers with gusty winds hit Malir Cantt and adjoining areas … Read more
People wade through a flooded residential area after heavy monsoon rains in Karachi on August 27, 2020. — AFP KARACHI: Heavy rains are anticipated in the metropolis port city of Karachi from August 27 till 31st, Chief Meteorologist Sardar Sarfaraz informed Chief Minister Murad Ali Shah during a meeting on rain emergency measures. In the … Read more
1724486955-0/Untitled-design-(12)1724486955-0.jpg "Protests erupt in Karachi over 10-day water shortage Dtrends")
Listen to article Residents of Karachi’s Korangi area staged a massive protest on Friday night, blocking both lanes of the road near Nasir Jump by burning tyres and setting up barriers, in response to a 10-day water supply disruption in the area. The protesters, frustrated by the lack of water in Nasir Colony and surrounding areas, expressed … Read more
Nimbostratus clouds cover the sky in a dark gray layer over the metropolis, heralding the imminent arrival of rain in Karachi on July 19, 2024. — APP KARACHI: The Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) on Friday said that Karachi is in the grip of humid weather with a possibility of partly cloudy skies covering the port city for … Read more
A view of clouds hovering over the skies of Karachi before sunset on July 24, 2024. — APP KARACHI: After days of cloudy weather and light to moderate rain, the Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) has forecast an increase in temperature in the metropolis with the mercury expected to remain between 33°C and 35°C in the … Read more