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Day: August 24, 2021

TDAP holds e-commerce webinar for women entrepreneurs

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KARACHI: The Trade Development Authority of Pakistan (TDAP) in collaboration with Capacity Analytics is organising a series of webinars for women entrepreneurs, a statement said on Tuesday. The first webinar of the series is on “Digital marketing for women entrepreneurs”. Tayaba Batool, chief executive officer of Capacity Analytics, will introduce women entrepreneurs to opportunities online … Read more

PSO declares final cash dividend of Rs10/share

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KARACHI: The Pakistan State Oil (PSO) has declared a final cash dividend of Rs10/share for the year ended June 30, 2021, which is in addition to the interim dividend of Rs5/share already paid to the shareholders. The PSO announced a net profit of Rs29.5 billion, translating into the earnings per share (EPS) of Rs62.63 for … Read more

Movie Review: The Conjuring: The Devil Made Me Do It

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One could argue that the newest edition to the Conjuring Universe – The Devil Made Me Do It – was only sparsely scary at best. It seems as if the third part of the horror series is pulling away from their usual genre by delivering a sort of investigative thriller. Written by James Wan and … Read more

Six US soldiers, five civilians in S. Korea test positive for Covid-19

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SEOUL: At least six more US soldiers and five relevant civilians in South Korea tested positive for the Covid-19, the US Forces Korea (USFK) said on Tuesday. The USFK said in a statement that 11 USFK-affiliated individuals were tested positive for Covid-19 after arriving in South Korea between August 7 and 21. Moreover, six service … Read more

E-commerce startup Bazaar raises $30 million Series A funding

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KARACHI: After Airlift’s $85 million, a business-to-business marketplace, Bazaar, has raised $30 million in a Series A round, which takes the total investment in Pakistan’s startup space to over $250 million, a statement said on Tuesday. Analysts believe the successive financing rounds have laid the foundations of a new era in Pakistan where technology startups … Read more

Tarin praises businessmen trust on government policies

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CPEC ushers in new era of economic prosperity Tarin

ISLAMABAD: The recently conducted Business Confidence Index (BCI) Survey-Wave 20 by the Overseas Investors Chamber of Commerce and Industry (OICCI), has indicated that the overall BCI has increased by 59 per cent and stands at +9 per cent (from -50 per cent during May 2020) and +34 per cent (from -74 per cent in May 2020) … Read more

US Fed terminates action against HBL

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KARACHI: The US Federal Reserve has formally terminated all enforcement action against the Habib Bank Limited (HBL) and its New York branch, sources said on Tuesday. HBL, one of the top banks in Pakistan, in a report disclosed: “The Federal Reserve in September last year formally announced the termination of all Federal Reserve enforcement actions … Read more

Instagram is replacing swipe up with link sticker feature

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Instagram is replacing swipe up with link sticker feature

From August 30 onward, Instagram is discontinuing the swipe-up feature, which allows people to visit external links by swiping up, confirmed by the company. The current feature will be replaced by link stickers, as per Instagram. These will be tappable stickers that will take the user to external links. The company says its retiring the … Read more

Pakistan’s economy on recovery path: Tarin

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Shaukat Tarin Budget speech

KARACHI: Pakistan’s economy is on the recovery path and the government collected 40 per cent more revenue during the current fiscal year, compared with last year, a senior government official said. During a visit to the Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) on August 20, 2021, Federal Finance and Revenue Minister Shaukat Tarin briefed the participants about … Read more

Successful singers, successful actors

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A successful transition from one field to another is a hard row to hoe. Likewise, there are many singers who chose to end their careers in the music industry but never thought of opting for another field, however, there are other talented and bright stars who not only racked up popularity as singers but also … Read more

Which Countries are on the green list? Updates on red, amber and green travel list changes

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Which Countries on the green list? Updates on red, amber and green

The government’s traffic light system for overseas travel is likely to change this week, with countries added or deleted from the green, amber, and red list. Foreign leisure travel was approved on May 17, but nations are classified based on how safe it is to travel to and from in the midst of the covid-19 … Read more

Pakistan records COVID positive cases in Bacha Khan International Airport

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COVID

PESHAWAR: On Tuesday, at least 23 passengers on multiple inbound international flights landing at Bacha Khan International Airport tested positive for COVID. Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) and other foreign airlines were among the international flights taken by the 23 COVID positive people. The Khyber Pakhtunkhwa health department verified that all 23 COVID patients have been moved … Read more

Ukrainian evacuation plane hijacked by armed men in Kabul: reports

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Ukrainian plane hijacked

A Ukrainian aircraft in Afghanistan was hijacked and diverted to Iran, media reports confirmed quoting a Ukraine Minister. The plane had reportedly arrived in Afghanistan last week to evacuate Ukrainians. Oleg Nikolenko, a spokesman for the Ukrainian Foreign Ministry denied media reports, saying “There are no captured Ukrainian planes in Kabul or elsewhere. The information … Read more

As Kaala Patthar celebrates 42 years, Amitabh Bachchan recalls his early profession as a coal miner

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Kaala patthar

On Tuesday, Amitabh Bachchan celebrated the 42nd anniversary of his film Kaala Patthar. Amitabh also took to Instagram to recall his first job, which was working in a coal mine. https://www.instagram.com/p/CS8XV-Tioiu/ Amitabh Bachchan captioned a picture collage from Kaala Patthar he shared on Instagram “Kaala Patthar has been alive for 42 years…!!! phew!!! It’s been … Read more

Malaika Arora oozes elegance in this eye-catching halter-neck attire

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Malaika Arora

Bollywood’s yoga queen Malaika Arora oozes elegance in chic animal print attire for a photoshoot as she flaunted her sexy body.

Malaika Arora shared her glamorous pictures donning an animal print halter-neck attire.

She donned the dress with matching statement patterned earrings. The minimal jewels allowed the ensemble to compliment her stunning look. She left her hair to fall straight and opted for a warm makeup tone and nude lips.

 

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On the other hand, Malaika Arora and Arjun Kapoor scooped some time out of their busy schedules and spent their weekend together. The couple posted pictures of each other on their respective Instagram stories.

Meanwhile, Malaika turned photographer for Arjun and shared a picture on her profile. Arjun re-posted the picture clicked by Malaika Arora on his Instagram story and he wrote: “Best photographer ever.” Pictures from Malaika Arora and Arjun Kapoor’s Saturday date are all things nice.

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Malaika is known for posting her bold pictures on social media that makes her stand out from the rest. Be it a lehenga, gym wear or saree Malaika can rock just any outfit with utter grace and style.

On the personal front, Malaika is dating Bollywood actor Arjun Kapoor and the two are head-over-heels in love with each other. It was a few years back when the model and Arjun made their relations official. And since then, speculations around their wedding have been grabbing eyeballs.

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Pakistan’s forex reserves reach record high of $27.4 billion

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Finance Ministry

KARACHI: Pakistan’s liquid foreign exchange reserves hit an all-time high of $27.4 billion after the country received $2.75 billion from the International Monetary Fund under its new allocation of Special Drawing Rights (SDRs) equivalent to $650 billion, the largest in the IMF’s history. However, the official announcement regarding the forex reserves is still awaited. Analysts … Read more

Singer Atif Aslam to make his TV debut in upcoming drama Serial

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Atif Aslam

Atif Aslam, a popular Pakistani singer, and film star will now make his television debut in Saife Hasan’s Sang-e-Mah. Sang-e-Mah is the follow-up to Kubra Khan’s 2016 film Sang-e-Mar Mar, which stars Sania Saeed, Ijaz, and Mikaal Zulfiqar. The actor said he was in Islamabad shooting for Sang-e-Mah in a video shared by Naumaan Ijaz, … Read more

Australian capital reports new record number of Covid-19 cases amid lockdown

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Can Australia contain the Covid Delta variant

CANBERRA:  The Australian Capital Territory (ACT) on Tuesday morning recorded 30 new locally acquired cases of Covid-19, a new record number for the national capital, on the 12th full day of its lockdown. It takes the number of active cases associated with this outbreak in Canberra to 167, including four being treated in hospital. Among … Read more

Baby Jeh celebrates first Rakhi with cousin sister Inaaya Kemmu

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Jeh Inaaya Rakhi celebration

Soha Ali Khan, Bollywood actress and younger sister of Saif Ali Khan, shared an adorable snap of her daughter Inaaya Kemmu little munchkin Jeh from their first Rakhi celebration.

She took to her Instagram and shared a picture showing baby Inaaya kissing her little brother Jeh and the picture has won millions of hearts.

 

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On Monday, Soha Ali Khan shared a page from her Raksha Bandhan-special album, which featured her brother Saif Ali Khan. It also featured her daughter Inaaya and nephew Taimur. “Bound together. Happy Raksha Bandhan. Missed you Saba Ali Khan, Sara Ali Khan and Ibrahim Ali Khan,’ she captioned the post.

 

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Kareena Kapoor and Saif Ali Khan welcomed their second born Jehangir Ali Khan on February 21. “We have been blessed with a baby boy. Mom and baby are safe and healthy. Thank you to our well-wishers for their love and support,” Saif said in a statement.

Note that Kareena Kapoor and Saif Ali Khan fell in love with each other on the sets of their movie ‘Tashan’. The actress was earlier in a relationship with Shahid Kapoor. Bebo married Saif in 2012 and welcomed her first baby boy Taimur in 2016.

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Protesters chant slogans against Nawaz Sharif outside Junaid Safdar’s Nikkah event

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Junaid Safdar Nikkah protesters

A protest was held outside a luxurious hotel in London during the Nikkah ceremony of PML-N leader Maryam Nawaz’s son Junaid Safdar on Sunday.

On the occasion, the protesters carried placards of former premier Nawaz Sharif and chanted slogans against him. They also recorded a unique style demonstration by playing the drums at the Nikkah event of Junaid Safdar.

Juniad Safdar Nikkah protest

A fight was also broke out between PML-N workers and protesters. The PML-N workers also snatched posters from the protesters.

The protesters demanded the return of the former prime minister Nawaz Sharif to Pakistan.

The nikah ceremony of the grandson of former Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif, Junaid Safdar and Ayesha Saif daughter of former NAB chairman Saifu ur Rehman was solemnified on Sunday.

The function took place at the Lanesborough Hotel in London, attended by the bride and groom’s close friends.

Former Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif also attended the ceremony.

However, Junaid’s mother PML-N Vice President Maryam Nawaz and father (retd) Captain Safdar Awan are in Pakistan and attended the event via video link.

Many close relatives including Nawaz Sharif and Ishaq Dar also attended the function.

On social media, Junaid Safdar’s mother Maryam Nawaz shared photos of her son and daughter-in-law and wished them well while Maryam Nawaz’s daughter-in-law Ayesha Saif’s bridal pair was the topic of discussion.

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Auction of a Super White Gyrfalcon for $93,000 sets a new record

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Auction of a Super White Gyrfalcon for $93,000 sets a new record

Farkh, a rare breed of Super White Gyrfalcon, was sold for $93,347 on the eighth day of the International Falcon Breeders Auction, making it the most expensive falcon ever sold at the auction, according to Arab News. This sale shattered the previous record for a rare Saudi-bred falcon, Raghwan, which sold for $72,000 earlier this … Read more

Imad Wasim celebrates two years of happy marriage with wife Saniya

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Imad Wasim anniversary

Pakistan’s left-handed skipper Imad Wasim is celebrating two years of his happy marriage with his wife Saniya Ashfaq.

Imad Wasim took to his Twitter to wish Saniya a very happy wedding anniversary along with an adorable photo.

“To my beautiful better half, a very happy wedding anniversary. The past two years have been very special with you Alhamdulillah. Praying for an amazing life ahead,” he tweeted. 

Earlier this year, the couple had welcomed their first baby girl.

Imad Wasim tweeted, “Alhumdu’lillah by the grace of Allah SWT we have been blessed with a beautiful bundle of joy.” He added, “Welcome to the world baby Syeda Inaya Imad.”

Followed by the tweet, former Pakistan cricket captain Sarfaraz Ahmed also congratulated Imad. “Mashallah boht boht mubarak ho maddy (Mashallah many congratulations maddy),” he wrote.

Soon after the cricketer had announced the arrival of his first child, the cricket fraternity, political leaders and fans began to flood congratulatory messages.

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Rashid Naseem breaks another Indian record of crushing most walnuts

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Rashid Naseem breaks another Indian record of crushing most walnuts

Pakistani martial artist Rashid Naseem broke yet another Indian record of crushing most walnuts with an elbow. According to sources, Rashid once again claimed his walnut-crushing record. This time he crushed 315 walnuts in one minute. Before, Rashid set the record of crushing 195 walnuts in a minute. But later Indian martial artist Prabhakar Reddy … Read more

”Don’t be yourself on first date!” Aamna Ilyas leaves fans laughing

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Aamna Ilyas

Aamna Ilyas, a well-known Pakistani TV and film actress, has made another Snack video, which has her admirers rolling on the floor laughing. The actress portrays a girlfriend who sits next to her lover at a maiden dinner in the video. As the two of them continue their talk over supper, Aamna Ilyas pauses and … Read more

“Unvaccinated people won’t be allowed to use public transport”: Asad Umar

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Asad Umar

Federal Minister for Planning and Development Asad Umar has on Tuesday said that those who have not been fully vaccinated against coronavirus will not be allowed to use public transport from October 15.

During a press conference along with SAPM on Health Dr Faisal Sultan, Asad Umar said that school teachers and staff will not be allowed to work after October 15 if they have not taken been vaccinated.

The chief of the National Command and Operation Centre (NCOC) said that vaccination has been declared made mandatory for air travel after September 30.for

He said that the government is taking steps to curb the virus spread for which vaccination is important.

He added that a single COVID vaccine dose is necessary for travelling on highways after September 15, while after October 15, no one will be allowed to use the motorway without vaccination.

Moreover, in his tweets, the NCOC Chief said the NCOC meeting today decided to lower the eligible age for covid vaccination to 15 years and older.

“Starting September 1, vaccination of 17 years old will start. For 15 and 16 years old start date will be announced later,” he added.

On the other hand, the contagious COVID-19 infection has so far claimed 91 more lives during the past 24 hours in Pakistan, taking the death toll to 25,094.

The National Command and Operation Center (NCOC) has on Tuesday said that the overall confirmed COVID-19 cases in the country have climbed to 1,131,659 after the rise of 4,075 new infections.

Around 1,015,519 have recovered from the pandemic. However, the positivity rate of infections was recorded at 6.79%, NCOC said.

NCOC further said that 5,513 people are in critical condition. Overall 17,336,393 tests have been conducted so far to diagnose the deadly virus in Pakistan.

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Public Reaction to Sarwat Gillani’s Raksha Bandhan Celebration

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Sarwat Gillani is an incredible actress who has been in a number of notable dramas, telefilms, and films. For her portrayal in Jawani Phir Nahi Ani, she was nominated for the Lux Style Award for Best Supporting Actress. Sarwat is married to Fahad Mirza, a versatile actor who is also a plastic surgeon. The couple … Read more

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