The writer is an academic and a researcher based in Karachi. GOING by talk shows, it seems there is little common ground when it comes to debating politics. However, those
KARACHI: First it was the flooding of the Malir River caused by the rains and now it’s the construction of the Malir Expressway — there seems to be no end
Architect and urban planner, teacher and activist, Arif Hasan has seen Karachi evolve from a well laid-out urban centre to the sprawling, unwieldy megapolis it is today. His work with
Idea is to connect DHA to DHA City, Bahria Town SAMAA | Sohail Khan – Posted: Jan 25, 2021 A map showing Malir Expressway’s proposed route. Created from government documents. SAMAA
Composite illustrations by Samiah Bilal The story goes something like this. There was once a blind man who lived in a small town. But even though he could not
Garbage and not squatters is the real reason it floods SAMAA | Mahim Maher and Sohail Khan – Posted: Jan 19, 2021 Two naughty little boys are having a conversation sitting on top
As per standard definitions, a public-private partnership involves collaboration between a government agency and a private-sector company that can be used to finance, build and operate projects, such as public
TIMES are challenging for urban dwellers living in the corridors of the Karachi Circular Railway, nullahs and other similar locations. In keeping with judicial instructions, officials have been evicting settlers
This compilation covers key news events from July to December 2018, focusing on environmental issues and initiatives. It highlights significant developments, challenges, and efforts related to climate change, conservation, pollution
This compilation covers key news events from January to June 2018, focusing on environmental issues in Pakistan. It highlights significant developments, challenges, and initiatives related to environmental conservation, pollution control,
