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Top StoriesThe iconic Jinnah cap lives on in Karachi’s old markets
Shops in historic markets like Zaibunnisa Street or Empress Market still handcraft and sell authentic Jinnah caps
Aug 14, 2025
Aug 14, 2025
Shayan Saleem
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I am Shayan Saleem, a journalist with 14 years of experience in both news television and digital media. My expertise lies in feature storytelling, covering topics such as history, culture, tourism, information technology, character-driven narratives, and in-depth storytelling.
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The Jinnah cap or Karakul' cap, famously worn by Muhammad Ali Jinnah, symbolizes elegance and national pride.
In Karachi, shops in historic markets like Zaibunnisa Street or Empress Market still handcraft and sell authentic Jinnah caps, offering designs in black, brown, and grey, also keeping the tradition alive.
Nukta Correspondent Shayan Saleem takes us along to see how these artisans are maintaining this legacy.
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