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16 police encounters reported in Karachi

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Sindh police reported 16 encounters in Karachi, resulting in the arrest of 18 robbers and 949 suspects. Illegal weapons, drugs, stolen vehicles, and a most wanted terror suspect linked to BLA were also apprehended. The suspect was involved in providing information for attacks on security forces and military installations.
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Iran’s President Raisi reaches Karachi

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Iran's President Raisi arrived in Karachi on the second day of his three-day visit to Pakistan, marking the first visit by a foreign head of state since the new government took power. Majors roads in Karachi were closed for security measures, and Raisi visited Allama Iqbal's mausoleum while emphasizing a special connection with the Pakistani people. Eight accords were signed to enhance cooperation between Pakistan and Iran.
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SPSC cancels interviews for lecturers in Karachi

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The Sindh Public Service Commission (SPSC) has cancelled interviews for lecturers in Karachi tomorrow due to the visit of Iranian President Dr. Seyyed Ebrahim Raisi and his delegation. The interviews for Mathematics Science and Botany subjects will now take place on May 8 in Karachi, Hyderabad, Sukkur, and Larkana. Karachi commissioner announced a public holiday on April 23 due to the arrival of foreign dignitaries.
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Businessman accused ‘Sindh police’ of robbery worth millions in Karachi

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A Karachi businessman accused Sindh police of raiding his house in Sohrab Goth and robbing gold and money worth millions of rupees. The local police claim the raid was carried out without coordination, and an investigation is underway. Separately, CCTV footage shows an alleged policeman robbing a bakery in Karachi.
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Rising street crimes: Govt decides to replace Karachi police chief

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The Sindh government plans to replace Karachi's police chief due to a surge in street crimes, only 15 days after his appointment. There has been a notable increase in street crimes, with 23 people killed during robberies and numerous incidents of mobile phones and vehicles being snatched. The government is taking steps to address the issue.
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Karachi woman killed as police, robbers exchange fire

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A woman was killed during a police and robbers' shootout in Orangi Town, Karachi. The police responded to a robbery report, resulting in an exchange of fire. The woman, a passerby, was shot and later succumbed to her injuries. There has been a significant number of citizens killed in 2024 over resistance to robberies.
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Karachi ex-cop killed by sons over inheritance dispute: police

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Karachi police arrested a man suspected of killing his ex-cop father, Saleem Ansari, over an inheritance dispute. Ansari was found dead under mysterious circumstances in his home. The apprehended son confessed to choking his father to death and setting the body on fire. Another son, a serving police officer, is still at large. An investigation is ongoing.
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Stepfather sets eight-year-old daughter on fire in Karachi

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An eight-year-old girl was set on fire by her stepfather in Karachi, as reported by ARY News. The girl's mother concealed the incident out of fear. The stepfather faces legal action, with ongoing efforts to apprehend him. The victim, Vaniya, survived the attack after receiving medical treatment. The police are actively pursuing the case.
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Karachi: Minor boy died after falling in uncovered manhole

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A minor boy tragically died after falling into an uncovered manhole in Karachi's Shah Latif Town. The boy's body was recovered by local residents, and his family accused the Ibrahim Haideri Town administration of negligence in covering the manholes despite prior warnings. This incident is not the first of its kind in the city, highlighting the ongoing risk to residents' lives.
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I just love Karachi and its food: Lahore-based actor Saheefa Jabbar Khattak

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Lahore-based actor Saheefa Jabbar Khattak expresses her love for Karachi, particularly its food, in an interview with Independent Urdu. She discusses her recent comeback role in the comedy "Rafta, Rafta" and her aspirations for a more diverse career. Saheefa highlights the importance of economic and social progression to change societal perceptions of actors and models in Pakistan.