Stories by Shazia Hasan

120,000 schoolchildren to be screened for eye ailments under PEBS project

KARACHI: Some 120,000 schoolchildren in Karachi and its surrounding areas will undergo free screening for eye... Published 17 Jul, 2026 06:59am

A tribute to timeless marvels of automotive engineering

Coffee table book about antique cars launched at Napa Published 13 Jul, 2026 06:59am

A floating bridge into the heart of mangrove jungle

With hundreds of birds, swimming camels, mongooses, and snakes, Mangrove Biodiversity Park offers a serene retreat into diverse nature. Updated 12 Jul, 2026 12:31pm

Private schools warned of strict action over any unlawful increase in tuition fees

Veritas Learning Circle told to reverse fees hike, refund ‘amount unlawfully collected from students’ Published 11 Jul, 2026 06:05am

Private school in Karachi ordered to reverse unlawful fee hikes

Circular issued to all private schools warning against additional hidden charges, unapproved fee hikes. Updated 10 Jul, 2026 05:35pm

Chef Halima Sarfaraz shares her award-winning recipes for mango salsa and mango colada mousse

The home chef says her business is swamped with orders for mango-based desserts. Published 10 Jul, 2026 03:08pm

Traditional kitchens, markets that give Karachi its identity

Karachi Khichri exhibition opens at TDF Ghar Published 10 Jul, 2026 07:02am

EPICURIOUS: TANGO WITH MANGO

As mango season reaches its peak, home chef Halima Sarfaraz shares the story behind her culinary journey and two prize-winning Published 05 Jul, 2026 06:52am

Lion kept at private Karachi zoo in poor condition rescued, moved to sanctuary

Animal rights activist Jude Allen says big cat had signs of tail trauma, stunted growth. Updated 05 Jul, 2026 11:26am

The shocking indignity workers face in sewers

Documentary on sanitation workers’ plight screened; rights activists say KWSC continues with inhumane manual work Published 03 Jul, 2026 07:02am

London Word by Word launched

KARACHI: Sindh Education Minister Syed Sardar Ali Shah said that following the renaissance, London turned itself ... Updated 30 Jun, 2026 11:02am

Watching like hawks, scouts guide Muharram processions with devotion in Karachi

Comprising all age groups, around 22 to 25 scout units perform duties at key Karachi locations and entry and exit points during majalis. Updated 26 Jun, 2026 09:31am

‘Islamabad MoU shows Iranian people defended their national interests’

Experts examine US-Iran conflict at PIIA seminar Published 21 Jun, 2026 07:42am

Two months on, fate of 10 Pakistani sailors held by Somali pirates hangs in balance

Worried about their loved ones’ safety, families of crew members, JI workers protest against govt apathy. Updated 20 Jun, 2026 08:59am

SINDH BUDGET 2026-27: School-specific budget up despite smaller outlay for education sector

• Govt allocates Rs497.8bn for School, College and University and Board Departments in 2026-27, down from Rs523.73bn last year Published 18 Jun, 2026 07:38am

Annual fair at St Anthony’s Church generates fun and funds

Bishop of Karachi says event brings unity within community Published 15 Jun, 2026 05:58am

After SC verdict, families of Baldia factory fire victims seek answers

Labour leaders and activists want case reopened for investigation into the failures of labour dept, fire services, EOBI, SESSI and other relevant bodies. Updated 14 Jun, 2026 09:56am

First of 8 Hangor-class submarines arrives from China

KARACHI: The Hangor Class submarine, PNS/M Hangor — the first of a new fleet of Chinese-built diesel-electric... Published 12 Jun, 2026 05:07am

YouTuber Shah Rukh Nadeem’s new book 100 launched

KARACHI: “Pakistan does not suffer from a lack of resources, it suffers from a lack of courage to confront... Published 11 Jun, 2026 07:07am

Chef shares insights into world of Japanese cuisine

KARACHI: Professional chefs, home chefs, culinary enthusiasts, hospitality professionals and food industry... Published 08 Jun, 2026 05:44am