The Asia Cup 2023 witnessed a stunning final where India claimed their eighth title by crushing Sri Lanka. However, beneath the surface, a cloud of suspicion looms over the match, with fans and critics questioning the integrity of the event. Controversy arose when it was revealed that the Board of Control for Cricket in India […]
In a resounding and lopsided final showdown, India once again reaffirmed their cricketing supremacy by clinching their eighth Asia Cup title. This glorious triumph signaled a remarkable resurgence for the Indian squad, marking their return to the winner’s circle since their last Asia Cup conquest in 2018. The epic finale unfolded on a memorable Sunday […]
Pakistan’s interim Health Minister, Dr. Nadeem Jan, has announced plans to host a groundbreaking global health security summit in November of this year, marking a historic milestone for the South Asian nation. Dr. Jan revealed this ambitious initiative during an inter-ministerial health and population council meeting held in Islamabad. The summit’s primary objective is to […]
Recently, the United Arab Emirates (UAE), a historically close ally of Pakistan, made a significant move by recognizing Gilgit-Baltistan and Kashmir as part of India during a G20 Summit video presentation. This video, showcased at the G20 Summit in New Delhi, was shared on social media by the UAE’s Deputy Prime Minister, Saif bin Zayed […]
A couple of months back, WhatsApp introduced an intriguing feature known as the ‘WhatsApp Channels Feature’ to its platform. These channels provide users with a private means to follow topics and interests of their choice, bearing a striking resemblance to the popular messaging app Telegram. In an exciting development, as announced by Mark Zuckerberg, the […]
Due to recent fluctuations in currency values and the ever-increasing global oil prices, consumers should brace themselves for an imminent surge in petroleum product costs later this week. As reported by various media outlets, the forthcoming price hike is anticipated to be significant, with petrol and high-speed diesel (HSD) witnessing an estimated increase of Rs. […]
Zaman Khan, a right-arm fast bowler, has stepped into the shoes of Naseem Shah in Pakistan’s 17-player squad for the ongoing Men’s ODI Asia Cup 2023. Zaman wasted no time and swiftly integrated into the team on Wednesday morning, ready to join the squad in training. The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) spokesperson announced on Wednesday […]
The Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) has issued an official statement outlining weather forecasts for the period spanning from September 15th to September 20th. This forecast encompasses the likelihood of rain, gusty winds, and thunderstorms during this specified timeframe. The meteorological experts at the Met Office attribute these weather patterns to the influence of moderate monsoon […]
The Punjab School Education Department (SED) is under fire for its rapid push towards privatizing 350 government schools in the Rawalpindi division, despite facing staunch opposition from teachers’ associations. This privatization initiative encompasses all assets, including valuable properties, playgrounds, and well-equipped laboratories, collectively estimated to be worth billions of rupees. As these public schools transition […]
An investigative report submitted to the Prime Minister’s Office (PMO) has brought to light a troubling issue: the involvement of 29 lawmakers in a vast network engaged in smuggling Iranian fuel into Pakistan. According to the report, this illicit trade serves as a source of funding for terrorists. The research reveals that politicians and government […]
The financial turbulence at Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) has reached a critical juncture, with the airline perilously close to grounding additional aircraft due to an acute cash flow crisis. Already, PIA has taken the drastic step of grounding five of its 13 leased aircraft, and another four are poised to meet a similar fate, as […]
In a resolute response to the harrowing incident, Pakistan’s Caretaker Interior Minister, Senator Sarfraz Bugti, affirmed on Sunday that the government was marshaling all available resources to secure the release of six local footballers who had been abducted just a day earlier in the southwestern region of Pakistan. Reports from local media indicated that unidentified […]
On International Literacy Day, Pakistan confronts a stark reality, one that deviates from the global celebration of literacy. The nation grapples with a literacy rate that falls short of international standards. Waseem Ajmal Chaudhry, the Education Secretary, disclosed that Pakistan’s actual literacy rate currently stands at 59.3 percent, in contrast to the 62.8 percent figure […]
In response to a concerning surge in cases of pink eye infection, also known as conjunctivitis, health authorities in the Sindh region have taken proactive measures by issuing special guidelines targeted at airports and airlines. Dr. Murtaza Shah, the director of Provincial Border Health Services (BHS), has outlined these guidelines, aiming to combat the spread […]
On Friday, the National Electric Power Regulatory Authority (NEPRA) made a significant announcement, notifying a hike of Rs. 1.46 per unit in electricity prices, attributed to fuel cost adjustment (FCA), applicable to ex-Wapda distribution companies (DISCOs). This adjustment is set to impact all consumer categories, with two notable exceptions: Electric Vehicle Charging Stations (EVCS) and […]
Cricket enthusiasts around the world are eagerly counting down the days to the much-anticipated 2023 Asia Cup Super 4s showdown Pakistan vs India, scheduled for September 10th. However, a cloud of uncertainty hangs over this highly awaited fixture, thanks to the looming threat of rain. With weather forecasts predicting persistent rainfall for the remainder of […]
Caretaker Information Minister Murtaza Solangi swiftly dismissed a counterfeit letter that had been circulating on Thursday, falsely asserting the government’s intent to prohibit Rs5,000 banknotes starting September 30. On his social media platform, Solangi emphasized that the government would take action against those disseminating such false information, intending to stir up turmoil. The counterfeit letter […]
In the past 24 hours, the Punjab Emergency Services Department (ESD) has reported an alarming surge in road traffic incidents across the province, tallying over 1,100 collisions. Within this grim statistic, five individuals tragically lost their lives, while a staggering 1,142 individuals endured injuries as a result of 1,132 road accidents. Among the injured, a […]
Amidst the economic landscape of August 2023, the Ministry of Finance raised a flag of concern regarding the nation’s inflationary journey. Two significant fuel price surges and an upward adjustment in energy tariffs in the month were the culprits behind this apprehension. In their Monthly Update & Outlook report, the Ministry emphasized the international commodity […]
In a deeply disturbing incident that unfolded in Lahore’s Samanabad area, a school principal and a teacher are facing allegations of subjecting a student to brutal torture, resulting in a grievous skull fracture. The victim, a student of Iqra Rozatul Atfal School Samanabad, bore the brunt of this horrific ordeal. Local law enforcement revealed the […]
