Jacobabad
Coverage of Jacobabad in the Nexus archive.
- SC rules technical procedures should not impede justice
The Supreme Court of Pakistan ruled that procedural laws should prioritize human suffering over technicalities, ordering a trial court to re-examine discrepancies in a witness's recorded statement in the murder case of Sanam Umrani. The court mandated corrections to the written testimony within 15 days and a final decision within 30 days, overturning lower court dismissals of the petitioner's application.
- 51 degrees and counting: Surviving heat in Jacobabad
Residents of Jacobabad, Pakistan, face extreme heat with temperatures reaching 51°C, compounded by prolonged electricity outages, water insecurity, and failing infrastructure. A joint research project by Karachi Urban Lab-IBA and King’s College London highlights the growing challenges of survival amid intensifying heatwaves and societal impacts.
- Karachi sizzles as feels-like temperature climbs to 54°C
Karachi experienced a feels-like temperature of 54°C, with Jacobabad recording 49.5°C as the hottest region. Meteorologists predict a slight temperature drop after Friday but no rain. Health experts emphasize hydration and avoiding heat exposure to prevent heat-related illnesses.