Prominent Pakistani actor Nimra Khan narrowly escaped a harrowing kidnapping attempt in Karachi’s Defence Housing Authority area, raising grave concerns over the safety of women in the country. CCTV footage of the incident, which has gone viral since, shows that Nimra was waiting outside a hotel (presumably waiting for her car) when two men on […]
The Standing Committee of the National Assembly on IT has summoned the chairman of the Pakistan Telecommunication Authority, Hafiz Rehman, to explain the ongoing social media and internet disruptions across the country. The meeting has been called on August 21 at the Parliament House, headed by Amin ul Haq, while the AGP is also invited. […]
The Pakistan Cricket Board has announced that the second Test of Pakistan vs Bangladesh two-match series is going to be played behind closed doors. The Karachi test is scheduled to take place at National Bank Cricket Arena from 30 September to 3 October 2024. This step has been taken as the stadium is undergoing extensive […]
In a significant step towards providing relief to the citizens of Punjab, the provincial government has approved the Chief Minister Roshan Gharana Programme, which will provide free solar panels to protected electricity consumers using up to 100 units per month. This initiative, part of a broader effort to alleviate the burden of rising electricity costs, […]
In a surprising move ahead of schedule, the federal government has reduced the prices of petroleum products as an Independence Day gift to the nation. The announcement, made on Tuesday, came as a pleasant surprise to citizens, who were expecting the usual price update on the 15th of the month. Effective from August 14, the […]
Apple is working on radical technology to let users unlock their Apple devices just by their heartbeats. The feature would use electrocardiogram measurements that allow it to identify heart rhythms, unique to each individual, in order to function in conjunction with the Apple Watch for a new seamless method of unlocking Apple devices. The technology […]
One of the events on 77th Independence Day of Pakistan will be national flag hoisting ceremony in Islamabad tomorrow which is set to be hosted by Pakistani athlete Arshad Nadeem and Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif. To have two towering figures preside over the central independence day event whiffs of the nation’s pride, unity, and leadership. […]
The federal government is likely to bring much-needed relief to the public this week with a significant reduction in the prices of MS petrol and High-Speed Diesel (HSD). According to sources, the prices are expected to drop by Rs. 8.5-9.3 per liter for petrol and Rs. 9 per liter for diesel, effective from August 15, […]
Pakistan’s squash sensation, Huzaifa Shahid, continues to make waves on the international stage, capturing his third junior title of the year at the Japan Junior Open 2024. The young star dominated the Under-13 category, defeating China’s Yuan Xi Liu in the final with an emphatic 3-0 victory. This win adds another prestigious accolade to Huzaifa’s […]
Hanna Lake, one of Quetta’s most cherished natural landmarks, is facing an alarming decline in water levels due to multiple leakages. This rapid depletion has sparked concerns among environmental experts, water sports enthusiasts, and local residents, who fear the lake could dry up entirely if the issue is not addressed swiftly. Leaks Threaten the Lake’s […]
The government is planning significant revisions to the rules for issuing and renewing Pakistan’s passports, aiming to make the process more accessible and efficient for citizens. The Interior Ministry has submitted a summary to the federal cabinet, proposing changes that will allow individuals to obtain passports from any city across the country. Additionally, the new […]
A YouTuber from Telangana, India, has landed in serious legal trouble after posting a controversial video that featured a recipe for what he called a “traditional peacock curry.” The video quickly caught the attention of authorities and animal rights activists, leading to swift action against the content creator. The peacock, India’s national bird, is protected […]
In a heartbreaking turn of events, Haniya Aslam, one-half of the iconic musical duo “Zeb and Haniya,” passed away on Sunday, August 11. The music community was left in shock after learning that Haniya had reportedly suffered a sudden heart attack. The news of her untimely demise quickly spread, with fellow artists, journalists, and fans […]
In response to mounting allegations of corruption within the Civil Aviation Authority (CAA), the Aviation Ministry has announced a comprehensive investigation targeting several officials and departments within the CAA. Sources indicate that this decision follows a series of complaints related to corruption and irregularities, particularly in the areas of recruitment and project management. Focus on […]
The Pakistan Embassy in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) has formally requested the Ministry of Interior (MoI) in Pakistan to allow the operationalization of NADRA (National Database and Registration Authority) and immigration and passport office portals in response to the recently announced amnesty by the Dubai government. This request is aimed at facilitating Pakistani citizens […]
Bangladesh has been rocked by unprecedented protests, leading to the dramatic ousting of Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina, who resigned on August 5, 2024, after 15 years in power. The violence and unrest witnessed in recent weeks have been described as some of the most intense since the country’s independence in 1971. What is the reason […]
The Chief Justice of Bangladesh, Obaidul Hassan, and the Governor of the Central Bank, Abdur Rouf Talukder, have stepped down after escalating protests led by students began to rock the nation. The wave of resignations follows a wider protest movement in the country targeting officials appointed during the rule of long-serving PM Sheikh Hasina. This […]
The FDA has just approved the new treatment from Citius Pharmaceuticals, Lymphir, for certain patients with blood cancer who have at least one prior treatment. The FDA approved Lymphir to treat a very rare and highly difficult-to-cure kind of blood cancer, relapsed cutaneous T-cell lymphoma, which normally affects the skin area. According to Citius Pharmaceuticals, […]
President Asif Ali Zardari has announced that Arshad Nadeem, Pakistan’s javelin throw sensation, will be honored with the prestigious Hilal-e-Imtiaz for his record-breaking performance at the Paris Olympics 2024. This recognition comes in the wake of Nadeem’s historic achievement, where he became the first-ever individual from Pakistan to win an Olympic gold medal. Presidential Honor […]
In a historic appointment, Superintendent of Police (SP) Crime Investigation Agency (CIA), Beenish Fatima, is set to become the first female Chief Traffic Officer (CTO) of Rawalpindi. Fatima will take over from CTO Taimoor Khan on Friday, marking a significant milestone in the history of the city’s traffic police. Fatima’s appointment is particularly notable as […]
