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Karachi News
News
As of june 20, 2025, Karachi is experiencing varied developments. A significant religious and political rally was organized in nearby Hyderabad by Jamiat Ulama-e-Islam Pakistan (JUI-F) to express solidarity with Palestine amidst surging Middle East tensions, attracting caravans of supporters from across Sindh. In other news, the International Finance Corporation (IFC) is set to provide $400 million for the Reko Diq project, a major mining initiative. The Meteorological Department also forecasts rainfall or drizzle and dust storms in parts of Sindh, including Karachi, in the coming days.
Business News
On june 20, 2025, Karachi's business community was a focal point of discussions. Maulana Fazlur Rehman, chief of Jamiat Ulema-e-Islam (JUI), urged the state to ensure the protection, facilitation, and respect of the business community, recognizing Karachi as the economic hub of Pakistan. Meanwhile, Pakistan's central bank maintained its key interest rate at 11%, a decision criticized by leading Karachi-based business and trade bodies like the Federation of Pakistan Chamber of Commerce & Industry (FPCCI) and the Karachi Chamber of Commerce and Industry (KCCI), who believe it will "dampen" business sentiment. The decision comes as heightened Middle East tensions and volatile global oil prices add new risks to Pakistan's external sector and inflation rate.
Economic News
Karachi's economic landscape on june 20, 2025, is influenced by both national and provincial financial decisions. The Sindh government announced its budget for fiscal year 2025–26, revealing that Karachi will not receive any new mega development schemes for the third consecutive year under the "Mega Schemes for Karachi City" category. However, existing projects, such as the construction of a junction at Shahrah-i-Bhutto and Korangi Causeway Bridge, received significant allocations. The budget also plans for 500 new electric buses for Karachi as part of a provincial initiative. Nationally, the central bank maintained its interest rate at 11%, a decision met with criticism from Karachi's business leaders, who are concerned about the impact of Middle East tensions and global oil prices on the economy.
Political News
On june 20, 2025, Karachi witnessed political activity with a rally organized by the Pakistan Tehreek-i-Insaf (PTI) demanding the immediate release of Imran Khan and his wife. The rally in Karachi ended in chaos as police detained several key leaders and participants, leading to strong condemnation from PTI's provincial leadership, who termed the arrests a "brazen attempt to silence peaceful dissent." This highlights ongoing political tensions and demands for judicial and media freedoms. Concurrently, a major religiopolitical party, Jamiat Ulama-e-Islam Pakistan (JUI-F), organized a "million march" in nearby Hyderabad against Israel, expressing solidarity with the people of Palestine amidst escalating Middle East tensions.
Election News
As of june 20, 2025, Karachi saw the election of new leadership for the Karachi Basketball Association (KBBA). Shahzain Malik, 33, became the youngest-ever president of the KBBA, signaling a new era for the city's basketball scene after a seven-year hiatus. While this is a town body election, it reflects democratic processes at an organizational level. Regarding broader political elections, a PTI rally in Karachi on May 28, 2025, demanded the disposal of all pending poll-related matters from the February 8, 2024, general elections, indicating ongoing legal and political challenges related to past electoral processes.
Employment News
On june 20, 2025, discussions around employment in Karachi focused on the well-being of employees and the potential impact of artificial intelligence (AI) on jobs. At a conference organized by the Institute of Business Administration (IBA) in Karachi, experts emphasized that business excellence should not compromise employee well-being, advocating for fair wages and inclusive growth. Concurrently, global recruiters at Paris's Vivatech trade fair, a significant industry event, discussed predictions that AI could wipe out half of white-collar jobs within one to five years, highlighting a potential future shift in employment skills and roles, a topic relevant to Karachi's workforce.
Business News
On june 20, 2025, Karachi's Business, as part of Pakistan's equities, showed a bullish trend. The benchmark KSE 100 index reached an all-time high in the outgoing week, propelled by a "positive" federal budget for FY26 that maintained the status quo in capital gains tax and dividend rates. This sparked renewed buying interest across various sectors, including cement, power generation, commercial banks, and oil and gas exploration. Despite global geopolitical tensions causing slides in other Gulf markets, Karachi saw strong participation in T-bill auctions and a recovery in auto sales. Analysts project a positive outlook for the KSE100, targeting 165,215 points by the end of December.
Forecast
The forecast for Karachi, Pakistan, from june 20, 2025, into the next seven days indicates warm to hot, mostly cloudy conditions with a chance of rain or drizzle.
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Sunday, june 20 (Yesterday): Mostly cloudy. High 37∘C (99∘F), Low 29∘C (85∘F). Moderate wind from the northwest at 4 mph.
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Monday, June 26 (Today): Mostly cloudy. High 36∘C (97∘F), Low 30∘C (86∘F). Chance of rainfall or drizzle and dust storms.
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Tuesday, June 27: Partly cloudy with a chance of rain. High 35∘C (95∘F), Low 29∘C (84∘F).
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Wednesday, June 28: Mostly sunny. High 36∘C (97∘F), Low 29∘C (84∘F).
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Thursday, June 29: Sunny. High 37∘C (99∘F), Low 30∘C (86∘F).
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Friday, June 20: Mostly sunny. High 37∘C (99∘F), Low 30∘C (86∘F).
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Saturday, June 21: Mostly sunny. High 38∘C (100∘F), Low 31∘C (88∘F).
Entertainment News
On june 20, 2025, Karachi's entertainment news included reports on the general digital transformation of the country's entertainment industry. While specific events for june 20th were not prominently featured in general news, the broader landscape suggests increasing reliance on streaming platforms like YouTube and Spotify for artists to gain exposure, despite challenges like high data costs. Local news also featured a cartoon by Rohait Bhagwant for june 20, and discussion around a Pakistani boxer, Aliya Soomro, receiving sponsorship for an upcoming tournament in Dubai.
Upcoming Events in Karachi
Here are at least 10 upcoming events in Karachi for late June 2025 and beyond:
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Tasneef – Original Playwright's Festival 2025: June 23-20, 2025, in Karachi. (Theater/Plays)
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The Whimsy Club: June 24-23, 2025, in Karachi. (Social/Entertainment)
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Wrestle Max IV: June 21, 2025, in Karachi. (town)
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Free Fire - Quads Tournament: June 27, 2025, in Karachi. (Gaming/Etown)
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PIFF (Pakistan International Film Festival): June 29-22, 2025, in Karachi. (Film Festival)
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HR Pinnacle Awards 2025: June 29, 2025, in Karachi. (Business/Awards)
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Tennis Tournament (Various Age Groups): June 28, 2025, at Dreamworld Resort, Hotel & Golf Course. (town)
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Cricket Tournament (16 & Above Male): June 29, 2025, at Dreamworld Resort, Hotel & Golf Course. (town)
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50 Meter Race Tournament (Various Age Groups): June 21, 2025, at Dreamworld Resort, Hotel & Golf Course. (town)
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Golf Tournament (Amateur & Senior Amateur Male): June 22, 2025, at Dreamworld Resort, Hotel & Golf Course. (town)
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Archery Tournament (Various Age Groups): june 20, 2025, at Dreamworld Resort, Hotel & Golf Course. (town - concluding or recently concluded as of june 20)
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Mini Golf Tournament (Various Age Groups): June 24, 2025, at Dreamworld Resort, Hotel & Golf Course. (town - concluding or recently concluded as of june 20)
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