The Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) has predicted that another westerly wave will enter western parts of the country on 2 April and is likely to intensify in upper parts on Monday, bringing with it rain-wind/thunderstorm, hailstorms, and isolated heavy falls. The weather system is expected to affect several regions of the country from 2-4 April. […]
The Prime Minister of Pakistan has given the go-ahead for a new sports policy, which will be implemented from 2023 until 2027. This policy is aimed at reforming the sports sector by promoting transparency, inclusivity, and efficiency in sports administration to bring about positive changes. According to sources, the newly approved policy states that the […]
The 16th season of the Indian Premier League (IPL) began with a bang as it kicked off with a star-studded opening ceremony at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad. The event was graced by popular singer Arijit Singh and actors Tamannaah Bhatia and Rashmika Mandanna, who delivered electrifying performances, setting the stage on fire. The […]
The Utility Store Corporation (USC) has announced the discontinuation of subsidized flour packet distribution to the general public at the behest of the current government. According to a notification issued by the USC administration on Thursday, the distribution of subsidized flour sacks will be suspended for two days. Previously, a 10kg flour bag could be […]
During intraday trade today, the Pakistani rupee (PKR) experienced a reversal of gains against the US Dollar, leading to losses. The interbank rate of the rupee initially dropped by around Rs. 1, reaching 284.75 by 11 AM, and then later recovered back to the 283 level by 1:25 PM, where it remained. At the close […]
Lucky Motor Corporation Limited (LMCL) has increased the prices of all Kia cars except for the Sportage Alpha and Carnival. While the company hasn’t given any specific reason for the hike, it is likely due to currency depreciation. What’s notable about this latest price hike is that it includes the Picanto, unlike the previous one. […]
In a recent internal memo, Twitter CEO Elon Musk announced a valuation of approximately $20 billion for the social media company. This represents a significant decrease from Musk’s previous Twitter buyout payment, which had valued the company at $44 billion. Musk also announced stock grants to employees in the same memo, with calculations based on […]
The World Bank has announced its consideration of the “Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP)/FATA Citizen Centered Service Delivery Project,” which aims to provide support for families affected by the militancy crisis and promote child health, as well as enhancing citizen-centered service delivery in selected districts of KP province. According to official documents, the proposed project, worth $50 […]
Pakistan’s tea imports have risen significantly during the first eight months (July-February) of the current fiscal year (FY23). According to data released by the Pakistan Bureau of Statistics (PBS), the imports during this period amounted to Rs. 90 billion, which is a 24.58 percent increase compared to the same period in the previous fiscal year […]
In a devastating incident, a property dispute led a man and his associates to enter his brother’s house in Pakpattan, resulting in the brutal killing of seven family members during Sehri. The victims included the mother, brothers, sister-in-law, and their children. The assailants fled the scene of the crime, leaving a seven-year-old girl severely injured. […]
Seven Pakistani universities have made it to the 2023 QS World University Rankings by Subject, which is an encouraging development for the country’s higher education sector. The rankings, released by QS, highlight the top universities across the globe in different subject areas. The rankings are divided into five broad subject areas, namely Arts and Humanities, […]
The cost of the annual Hajj pilgrimage has surged dramatically this year, as the Religious Affairs Minister in Pakistan announced a significant increase in package prices. The official Hajj cost for Pakistani pilgrims now exceeds Rs. 1.175 million, a substantial rise from last year’s expense of Rs. 826,000. The rise in expenditure can be attributed […]
SBP Directs Banks to Keep Branches Open on Weekend for Hajj 2023 Applications
The United Nations has recently released the World Water Development Report 2023, which provides a troubling outlook on the increasing global water scarcity due to climate change. The report highlights that seasonal scarcity will continue to rise, creating an imminent international crisis. The report also notes that approximately 26% of the world’s population does not […]
To facilitate its consumers during the holy month of Ramadan, Sui Southern Gas Company (SSGC) has announced the provision of gas during Iftar and Sehr. However, due to a shortfall of 250 million mmbtu, the company has informed its customers that gas pressure would be low from 8 AM till 2:30 PM, leading to the […]
Najam Sethi, the Chairman of the Pakistan Cricket Board, held a conference ahead of the Lahore Qalandars-Multan Sultans final to discuss the success of the HBL PSL 8 Mr Sethi, expressed gratitude to the federal and provincial governments, law enforcement institutions, foreign players, and women players for their support in making the HBL PSL 8 […]
The State Bank of Pakistan has announced the issuance of a Rs50 commemorative coin to mark the golden jubilee of the Senate, the upper house of Pakistan’s bicameral parliament. The federal government has authorized the central bank to issue the coin in honor of the Senate’s 50th anniversary in 2023. The Senate of Pakistan is […]
WhatsApp is currently testing a new feature in its beta version that aims to make it easier for users to read through long group chats. The feature displays profile icons or pictures alongside each message in a group chat, allowing users to differentiate between messages from different members. This is especially helpful in groups where […]
A court in Pakistan has suspended a police operation to arrest former prime minister Imran Khan after violent clashes broke out between his supporters and law enforcement outside his residence. Police arrived at Khan’s house after a lower court in Islamabad issued a non-bailable arrest warrant for him not appearing before it despite several summonses. […]
The political landscape in Pakistan has been rocked by recent events that have culminated in a dramatic showdown between law enforcement and supporters of former cricket star turned politician, Imran Khan. In the latest twist, police officers have reportedly arrived at Khan’s house in Lahore to serve two arrest warrants that allege corruption and “terrorism” […]
