In a turn of events, Chief Selector Wahab Riaz has come forward to staunchly defend Salman Butt, emphasizing the need for cricket enthusiasts to move on from the 2010 spot-fixing scandal. Riaz asserted that Butt had already served his punishment, and it was time for people to look past the controversy. According to Riaz, Butt’s […]
Caretaker Prime Minister Anwar ul Haq Kakar and Bill Gates, Co-Chair of the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation (BMGF), convened on the sidelines of COP-28 to deliberate on the progress of Pakistan’s polio eradication efforts. During their meeting, PM Kakar expressed his unwavering commitment to go the extra mile in eradicating the poliovirus from Pakistan, […]
In a noteworthy political twist, the dynamics between the PPP and PML-N, which were once aligned in the pursuit of removing Prime Minister Imran Khan, have shifted as elections approach in February 2024. Chairman Bilawal Bhutto of the PPP has taken a stance against Nawaz Sharif, the three-time Prime Minister of Pakistan, urging him not […]
DHAKA, Bangladesh (AP) — Taijul Islam’s ten-wicket match haul propelled Bangladesh to a remarkable 150-run victory over New Zealand in the opening Test match on Saturday, marking their second-ever Test triumph against the Black Caps. Islam’s second-innings figures of 6-75 skittled out New Zealand for a meager 181, leaving the visitors with a challenging 332-run […]
In a remarkable gesture of friendship and support, China has gifted Pakistan with 25 meteorological detectors worth US$1 million to bolster the country’s early warning system for lightning strikes. This generous contribution will play a crucial role in safeguarding the lives and property of individuals residing in the Tharparkar district, a region particularly vulnerable to […]
Xiaomi today announced the all-new Redmi 13C, offering outstanding entertainment and photographic experiences to satisfy the creative needs of Gen Z. Redmi 13C powers up your photographic experiences to satisfy all your social media needs with its impressive hardware and software enhancements. It features an enhanced 50MP AI triple camera and an upgraded 8MP front […]
In a heartbreaking and tragic incident in the Dajkot area of Faisalabad, a couple, identified as Tahir and Naheed, resorted to an unthinkable act after facing insurmountable financial pressures. The couple had reportedly taken a loan of around 3 lac from various individuals, and the mounting pressure to repay the debts led them to an […]
Amidst growing concerns over environmental degradation and increasing air pollution, the government has taken a proactive step toward mitigating smog intensity. In a bid to curb air pollution and reduce carbon emissions, the imminent launch of electric bikes stands as a promising initiative to combat the looming threat of smog. LAHORE: According to Ibrahim Hasan […]
The caretaker federal government of Pakistan has announced new petrol and diesel prices, effective December 1, 2023. The price of petrol has been retained at Rs281.34 per litre, while the price of diesel has been reduced by Rs7 per litre to Rs296.71 per litre. The price of kerosene oil has been reduced by Rs3.82 per […]
The World Bank recently issued a stark warning about Pakistan’s economic future, projecting a significant decrease in GDP by 18-20% by the year 2050. The primary culprits behind this alarming forecast are identified as severe climate-related occurrences, environmental deterioration, and air contamination. In a special report titled ‘Climate Silence in Pakistan,’ the World Bank highlighted […]
Uganda has made history by qualifying for its first-ever ICC World Cup event, securing a spot in the T20 World Cup 2024 to be held in the West Indies and USA. The Cricket Cranes clinched their place in the tournament with a dominant performance in the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup Africa Region Qualifier, finishing […]
The Pakistan cricket team departed for Australia from Lahore last night. The national squad will travel to Sydney via Dubai. The Pakistani team will play a four-day match against the Prime Minister’s XI from December 6 before the start of the Test series in Australia. The first Test of the national team will start from […]
In a bold move to expand the tax base, the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) in Pakistan is set to take legal action against a diverse group of professionals, including doctors, lawyers, and industrialists. As part of the initiative, FBR plans to register members from various associations and service providers, specifically lawyers and tax advisers […]
In a significant turn of events, the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has decided to rescind the 50% match fee fine imposed on Azam Khan, the middle-order batter for Karachi Whites. The penalty was initially levied for Azam’s act of displaying the Palestine flag on his bat during a National T20 Cup match against Lahore Blues, […]
The Asian Development Bank (ADB) has approved a $180 million loan to improve water supply and solid waste management services in two rapidly growing cities in Pakistan’s Punjab province. The project will help make municipal services in these two cities more sustainable, resilient, and less carbon-intensive. Key Points of the Project: Details of the Project: […]
Customs Intelligence has filed a First Information Report (FIR) against the owner of M/s Food Links International, Shahid Huda, and Muhammad Manaf, the clearing agent from M/s Danish International Karachi. The complaint alleges their involvement in the under-invoicing of vegetable oil and related products, causing substantial losses to the government through the use of fake […]
In a recent meeting, Special Assistant to the Prime Minister on Overseas Pakistanis Jawad Sohrab Malik urged the Al-Rashid Group, a prominent Saudi Arabian conglomerate, to increase its Pakistani workforce. The meeting, held at the company’s headquarters, was attended by a Pakistani delegation, including Ambassador Ahmad Farooq, DG of BEOE, Joint Secretary of the Ministry […]
Jalil Abbas Jilani, the caretaker foreign minister of Pakistan, has made a significant announcement regarding Pakistan’s commitment to aiding injured Palestinians in the ongoing crisis in Gaza. Jilani revealed that Pakistan is prepared to airlift injured individuals for treatment, and this offer has been extended to Jordan and Egypt. The announcement was made during Jilani’s […]
Dr Fowzia Siddiqui, sister of the imprisoned Dr Aafia Siddiqui, is poised for a significant reunion as she prepares to meet her sister for the second time in the last two decades. The two sisters last saw each other in May, marking a rare encounter given the challenging circumstances. Dr Aafia Siddiqui has been incarcerated […]
The World Health Organization (WHO) has urged China to provide additional information regarding a recent and mysterious outbreak of pneumonia affecting primarily children in northern China. The respiratory illness has manifested as a cluster of pneumonia cases among children, with a notable surge in influenza-like illness compared to the previous three years. This rise in […]
