Tue, 21-Oct-2025

Smart lockdown areas exempted from load shedding

Duration of load shedding is likely to increase in some areas of Karachi

The government has exempted areas with smart lockdown due to coronavirus from load shedding. A statement issued by the Power Division said that the power distribution companies (DISCOs) have been directed not to carry out any load shedding in all areas with the smart lockdown. Efforts are being made to ensure prompt redressal of grievances … Read more

Karachi receives light rainfall

From humid to pleasant, different parts of Karachi receive light rainfall on Saturday evening. The Pakistan Meteorological Department forecasted drizzling on Saturday and Sunday morning in Karachi. Recently, in the midst of fears of urban flooding in Karachi during the forecast monsoon spell in the days ahead, the government declared rain emergency across the city … Read more

It will take time to adjust with new rules, Azhar Ali

Azhar Ali

Test Skipper Azhar Ali is hopeful to observe ‘bio-secure environment’ cricket during England vs West Indies’ first Test on July 18. While speaking to reporters via teleconference on Saturday, Ali said that it will take some time to adjust with new rules applied while playing cricket for example ‘ban on applying saliva to the ball’. … Read more

PCB soon to introduce clear ‘code of conduct’ for domestic players

Wasim Khan PCB CEO

On Saturday, the Pakistan Cricket Board’s (PCB) Chief Executive Wasim Khan announced that a clear ‘code of conduct’ will be introduced for domestic cricketers within three or four weeks. During a teleconference with reporters, Khan said domestic players also fall under a certain ‘code of conduct’ that is not yet properly established. He said the … Read more

Internet-connected ‘smart Face mask’ introduced

Internet-connected 'smart Face mask' introduced

Due to the coronavirus, the use of face masks is now becoming compulsory around the world, and in view of this, a ‘smart face mask’ connected to the Internet has been introduced. Japanese company Donut Robotics has introduced this smart face mask that can translate Japanese into 8 other languages and can make calls and … Read more

Flu vaccine may be linked to coronavirus mortality

According to data based on more than 2,000 counties around the United States, the death rates related to coronavirus were lower in the communities where elderly people received flu vaccines. Researchers found that an average 10 percent increase in vaccination coverage among people older than 65 was associated with a 28 percent decrease in a … Read more

KP Govt introduces ‘Toolkit’ to Investigate Sexual Harassment in the Workplace

'Toolkit' introduced to Investigate Sexual Harassment in the Workplace

The Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Ombudsman in collaboration with United Nations Women has introduced a toolkit to investigate incidents of sexual harassment of women in the workplace. The toolkit will provide training to those who will be assigned to investigate and prosecute workplace sexual harassment, according to a statement from the United Nations Women. Ayesha Mukhtar, the … Read more

Google Photos gets its largest revamp to date

India rejects Pakistan's offer to open the Kartarpur corridor from June 29

Over the course of 5 years, Google Photos has made it easier for users to store images and now the design of this popular application is undergoing major changes. According to Google, the new design of Google Photos has made the navigation new and the pinwheel icon simpler, so that the user’s favourite old photos … Read more

Asim Jofa appointed as advisor for the quality control of PPE

Sindh Health Minister Dr. Azra Pechuho appointed fashion designer Asim Jofa as an advisor for PPE quality control. The designer took to his Twitter account to share the good news with his fans and followers. Jofa also thanked the Sindh Government for this opportunity. He wrote, “Alhamdolillah I have been appointed an advisor for the … Read more

India rejects Pakistan’s offer to open the Kartarpur corridor from June 29

India rejects Pakistan's offer to open the Kartarpur corridor from June 29

India has refused to open Kartarpur Corridor for Sikh pilgrims on 29th June. Pakistan had announced to open Kartarpur corridor on June 29 and India was also informed in this regard but now India has refused to open Kartarpur corridor. In this regard, Foreign Minister Shah Mehmood Qureshi had said that Pakistan is preparing to … Read more

More Privileges Were Given To Meghan Than Kate By The Queen

Since Prince Harry and Meghan Markle left royalty and started living life in America, many stories floated about how the duchess of Sussex was mistreated by the royals after her marriage.  However, new reports have claimed that the story is the opposite of what people hear about. According to a UK newspaper, the royal family … Read more

Unidentified assailants attack Sindh Assembly member Saeed Afridi in Karachi

Unidentified assailants attack Member Sindh Assembly Saeed Afridi in Karachi

Sindh Assembly member Saeed Afridi has been attacked by unknown assailants in Karachi. According to the details, the attack on the Sindh Assembly member took place in Pathan Colony site area while Saeed Afridi was present in his constituency along with the workers. Regarding the firing, Sindh Assembly member Saeed Afridi said that they were … Read more

Sushant’s Suicide Case: YRF casting director’s statement recorded by police

In connection with Sushant Singh Rajput’s suicide, the Mumbai police have recorded the statement of Yash Raj Films’ casting director.  Shanoo Sharma, YRF casting director was summoned for interrogation by Mumbai police at Bandra police stations, as told in Indian media. Over 25 people including Sushant’s rumored girlfriend and many other prominent names have recorded … Read more

Johnny Depp demands drugs from assistant

Former couple Johnny Depp and Amber Heard’s domestic abuse case appears to have no end until now. According to the latest report on the ex-couple’s domestic abuse case, a record of text messages exchanged between Depp and his assistant Nathan Holmes has come forward. During the recent hearing, it was shown that the Pirates of … Read more

Prime Minister approves grant for the construction of Hindu temple in Islamabad

PM

ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Imran Khan has approved a grant of Rs 100 million for the construction of the first Hindu temple in the federal capital. Minister for Religious Affairs Pir Noor-ul-Haq Qadri had requested the grant in a meeting with the Prime Minister. The meeting with the Prime Minister was attended by a delegation of … Read more

Sindh Education Department decides to recruit IT specialists for online classes

Online classes

KARACHI: The Sindh Education Department has decided to have IT experts for online classes, a notification has also been issued. According to the notification, school directors across Sindh have been directed to have 8 IT specialists from each district while IT specialists will train teachers for online classes. The notification said that the teachers would … Read more

Pakistan has lowest Petrol Price in Sub Continent even after price revision

Pakistan has lowest Petrol Price in Sub Continent even after price revision

ISLAMABAD: Federal Minister for Energy Omar Ayub has attributed the rise in prices of petroleum products to increase in the price of crude oil in the global market and depreciation of the rupee. Umar Ayub wrote on twitter, “The international prices of oil have risen sharply in the last 1 month. The rupee has also … Read more

Saba Qamar talks about mental health in her YouTube video

Actress Saba Qamar talks about depression and mental illness in her latest YouTube video. The video titled ‘Kab Samjho Gey?” is written and observed by the actress herself.  Qamar captioned the video, “Aur Kitni Jaanein loo Gey ?? Kab Samjho Gey ???” The Baaghi actress has always been vocal about the country’s social issues and … Read more

PCB announces Pakistan’s 20-member Squad for England Tour

PCB

The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has announced a 20-member squad for the upcoming England tour on Sunday, where they will play Test series and T20Is. PCB announces Pakistan Squad for England Tour The 20-member squad includes: Azhar Ali, Babar Azam, Abid Ali, Asad Shafiq, Fahim Ashraf, Fawad Alam, Iftikhar Ahmad, Emad Wasim, Imam-ul-Haq, Khushdil Shah, … Read more

WATCH: Pakistan squad play badminton, video games ahead of England tour

Pakistan squad badminton

The Pakistan cricket squad were spending time playing badminton and video games in Lahore ahead of their departure for their England tour on Sunday. The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) shared a clip of the players spending leisure time with each other. Playing badminton 🏸 or a video game 🎮Our players are keeping themselves active in … Read more

Salman Khan congratulates Sushmita Sen on appearing in a web series

Salman Khan congratulates Sushmita Sen on appearing in a web series

Bollywood icon Sushmita Sen recently appeared in a web series Aarya. Salman Khan congratulated her over its success in his ‘Dabangg’ style. Salman shared a video clip on his Instagram in which he congratulated Sushmita Sen for working in the entertainment industry again. He wrote,  “Swagat toh karo Aarya ka! What a comeback and what … Read more

Emma Watson speaks about her new job at French luxury group

Harry Potter

Our very own Harry Potter actress Emma Watson has vowed to be ‘helpful in making a difference’ in her new job on a fashion company’s board of directors. The charming actress will work for French luxury group Kering, a company which oversees fashion brands including Gucci, Yves Saint Laurent and Alexander McQueen. Moreover, Watson told that … Read more

Simpsons to no longer use white people to voice people of color

10 terrifying Simpsons’ predictions

US animated series The Simpsons has decided not to use white actor for the voices of characters belonging to other ethnic backgrounds. The show’s producers say that they have faced years of criticism over the selection of white actor Hank Azaria’s voiceover of Indian-American character Apu. The announcement came in wake of the protests against … Read more

PNA holds 113th Midshipmen, 22nd SSC Course passing out parade

PNA parade

113th Midshipmen and 22nd Short Service Commission course passing out parade was held at Pakistan Naval Academy in Karachi here on Saturday. The Commissioning Parade comprised of 100 Midshipmen and 65 cadets of SSC Course. Commander Pakistan Fleet Vice Admiral Asif Khaliq graced the occasion as Chief Guest. Upon his arrival, the Chief Guest was … Read more

Zara Noor Abbas slays in her recent saree photo-shoot

Zara Noor Abbas

Pakistan’s joyful actress Zara Noor Abbas has been posting her latest saree looks on her official Instagram handle and undoubtedly she looked drop dead gorgeous. The way Zara carry herself in saree is mind-blowing and we can’t take our eyes off her beauty. Zara has been a part of showbiz and marked a strong position … Read more

Russia offered Afghan militants bounties to kill US troops, NYT report

Russia offered Afghan militants bounties to kill US troops, NYT report

The US intelligence alleged that the Russian military offered bounties to Taliban-linked militants in Afghanistan to murder American soldiers and other coalition forces. According to a report by the New York Times, the US had determined months ago that Russian military intelligence unit connected with the assassination attempts in Europe had granted rewards for successful … Read more

Pakistan cricket team to arrive in England on Sunday for Test, T20 series

Pakistan cricket team

The Pakistan cricket team will arrive England for three Tests and as many T20Is on Sunday (28th June) despite several players testing positive for the novel coronavirus. The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) said earlier this week that 10 players had returned positive tests, plus a support staff member. But the England and Wales Cricket Board … Read more