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KSA takes steps to curb monopolistic practices in business sector

Saudi Arabia

RIYADH: Saudi Arabia is stepping up its efforts to counter monopolistic practices and ensure transparency and promote healthy competition in the kingdom’s business sector, Arab News reported. The General Authority for Competition and the Authority of Spending Efficiency and Government Projects on Tuesday signed a memorandum to enhance coordination among all government bodies to help build the … Read more

Kangana Ranaut breaks the ‘no mask, no entry’ airport rule as fans were taken aback

Kangana Ranaut

Kangana Ranaut arrived at the Mumbai airport without a mask on Tuesday. A sign that read, “No mask, no entry,” was just a few steps away from her. On Tuesday morning, Kangana Ranaut posed for photographers as she arrived at the Mumbai airport to catch a flight out of the city. As she got out … Read more

In separatist Transnistria, Sheriff calls the shots

In separatist Transnistria, Sheriff calls the shots

TIRASPOL: This year’s Champions League features an improbable upstart: FC Sheriff, a club run by an eponymous company built on murky money in a pro-Russian separatist enclave of Europe’s poorest country, Moldova. The would-be state, which harkens back to its Soviet past with a towering Lenin statue in the center of its administrative hub, Tiraspol, … Read more

Noor Mukadam murder case: Accused Zahir Jaffer’s parents’ bail application rejected

Noor Mukadam murder case: Accused Zahir Jaffer's parents' bail application rejected

The Islamabad High Court (IHC) has rejected the bail plea of the parents of the accused Zahir Jaffer in the Noor Mukadam murder case. The verdict was handed down by Justice Amir Farooq of the Islamabad High Court on Wednesday. The decision also directed the trial court to complete the trial in eight weeks. A … Read more

Female Pakistani duo gets $3 million for their fintech startup Oraan

DUBAI: Pakistani financial technology startup Oraan has raised $3 million in its latest funding round, in a boost to female-led entrepreneurs in the country, Arab News reported. The startup was founded in 2018 by Halima Iqbal and Farwah Tapal, who wanted to provide financing solutions for unbanked women in Pakistan. The female duo set out to disrupt … Read more

All-time high mortgage volumes boost Saudi economy: KPMG

RIYADH: A booming mortgage market has helped fuel economic growth in Saudi Arabia this year, Arab News quoted financial analysts KPMG, as saying. The firm’s ‘Future Finance’ report claimed businesses operating in the real estate sector are key figures among the kingdom’s non-bank financial institutions (NBFIs), which are helping the economy recover after the pandemic. … Read more

Kim Kardashian finally speaks out about her rumored affair with Maluma

Kim Kardashian

Kim Kardashian has finally spoken out about her relationship with Maluma, insisting that they are merely ‘good friends.’ The ‘Keeping Up With The Kardashians’ star, Kim Kardashian who divorced from hubby Kanye West earlier this year, was rumoured to have dated Maluma. The ‘Keeping Up With The Kardashians’ star, who divorced from hubby Kanye West … Read more

UEFA drops case against European Super League rebels

UEFA drops case against European Super League rebels

Lausanne: UEFA says that it is dropping its disciplinary case against Real Madrid, Barcelona, and Juventus over their involvement in the controversial European Super League, to comply with a ruling from a Madrid court. European football´s governing body said late Monday that “the proceedings (are) null and void as if the proceedings had never been … Read more

Opec warns investment shortfall could hit economic comeback

Opec

LONDON: The Organization of the Petroleum-Exporting Countries (Opec) has warned a lack of investment in the new oil and gas supplies could lead to tighter supplies and price rises, which could derail the fledgling post-pandemic global recovery, Arab News reported. The warning, published in the World Oil Outlook 2021 report released this afternoon, comes amid a sharp … Read more

Horoscope Today, 29 September 2021: Check astrological predictions for Leo, Virgo, Libra, Scorpio and others

Horoscope Today: Good or bad, be prepared for all the crucial events coming your way, and whether the stars are in your favor or not. Know insights about your future with the help of astrology. Read your daily horoscope prediction to find out what’s in store for you today. Read the predictions for all the stars … Read more

S&P affirms A-/Stable/A-2 sovereign rating for Saudi Arabia

IMF expects Saudi economy to grow 2.8% in 2021

DUBAI: The semi-annual review from S&P affirmed the A-/Stable/A-2 sovereign rating of the kingdom, attributing it to a positive post-pandemic performance, as well as an improvement in the oil sector dynamics, Arab News reported. Saudi Arabia’s economy will benefit from higher oil prices and its successful Covid-19 vaccine rollout, ratings agency S&P Global said, as it affirmed … Read more

Oil to be world’s No 1 energy source for decades: Opec

gas deposits

FRANKFURT: As the world’s nations prepare to gather for another climate summit next month in Glasgow, the Opec oil cartel is reminding that, in their view, crude will continue to be the leading source of energy for decades, especially as the world’s less-wealthy countries seek higher growth and standards of living, Khaleej Times reported. Opec says that more … Read more

Noura Al Kaabi appointed UAE Pavilion commissioner-general

DUBAI: UAE’s Minister of Culture and Youth, Noura bint Mohammed Al Kaabi, has been announced as the commissioner-general of the UAE Pavilion at the Expo 2020, Khaleej Times reported. Omar Saif Ghobash, assistant minister of foreign affairs and international cooperation for cultural and public diplomacy, will serve as her deputy. Located in the Opportunity District, the stunning … Read more

Meghan Markle faces backlash over the cost of her high-end wardrobe

Meghan Markle

During Meghan Markle and Prince Harry’s first major tour as independent royals, they experienced backlash over the cost of her high-end clothes. The Duke and Duchess of Sussex visited New York for three days, meeting with world leaders and taking part in a vaccine equity event in Central Park. Meghan Markle has received backlash for … Read more

FBR extends working hours to facilitate taxpayers

ISLAMABAD: The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has said that to facilitate the taxpayers all its relevant offices will remain open till midnight of September 30. In a circular issued on Tuesday, the FBR said that all the Large Taxpayer Offices, Medium Tax Offices, Corporate Tax Offices and Regional Tax Offices would remain open and … Read more

Pakistan, UK agree to form joint working group for enhanced trade ties

LONDON: Pakistan and the United Kingdom have agreed to form a Joint Working Group to formulate a strategy for strengthening bilateral ties in multiple spheres, including trade and investment. The bilateral ties were discussed during a meeting between Foreign Minister Shah Mahmood Qureshi and UK Secretary of State for Foreign Affairs and Minister for Women … Read more

Kriti Sanon rocks a natural red look in a recent picture, Fans call her ‘Pretty Sanon’

Kriti Sanon

Kriti Sanon is one of Cinema’s most attractive actresses. Her images frequently leave her fans gushing. Her stunning skin and natural beauty have long wowed her fans. The actress, Kriti Sanon is currently preparing for her upcoming flicks. Many of her upcoming films, like Bachchan Pandey and Adipurush, have recently been announced. She was most … Read more

Sachin Tendulkar wishes speedy recovery of cricket legend Inzamam-ul-Haq

Sachin Tendulkar wishes speedy recovery of cricket legend Inzamam-ul-Haq

Former Indian cricketer Sachin Tendulkar prayed for the speedy recovery of the former Pakistan batting legend Inzamam-ul-Haq after suffering from a heart attack. On his official Twitter account, Sachin wrote, “You’ve always been calm yet competitive, and a fighter on the field.” “I hope and pray that you’ll come out stronger from this situation as … Read more

Tania Mallick replaces Urooj Mumtaz as new head of women’s cricket

Tania Mallick replaces Urooj Mumtaz as new head of women's cricket

Former national badminton champion Tania Mallick has been appointed by the PCB as the head of women’s cricket. She will take charge from October 1. Tania has replaced Urooj Mumtaz, who took charge in May and looked over selection matters only. Tania has completed her Masters from LUMS University has represented Pakistan in the 1986 … Read more

Around 44% consumers switch retailers for delay in online buying: Visa survey

Online shopping scam

KARACHI: More than two-fifths (44 per cent) of Pakistani consumers would rather switch retailers or shop in-store than wait if there were delays in completing their online purchase, according to the 2021 Stay Secure survey released by the world leader in digital payments, Visa, as part of its Stay Secure consumer education campaign in Pakistan, … Read more

Arjun Kapoor boasts his abs and asks fans to buy ‘chai’ for his ‘biscuits’ in a shirtless photo

Arjun Kapoor

Arjun Kapoor has been working hard on his diet and fitness program, and the actor frequently shares photos and videos of his gym routine with his fans and followers. The actor, Arjun Kapoor recently uploaded a video of what he eats and how much he exercises in a day. The Kapoor lad is clearly trying … Read more

Watch Shah Rukh Khan reacts to Aryan, AbRam ‘bonding’ over video games

Shah Rukh Khan

Shah Rukh Khan has responded to a photo of his sons Aryan and AbRam Khan playing games together. Check out his response to Gauri Khan’s Instagram post here. Shah Rukh Khan has responded to a photo of his sons Aryan and AbRam Khan ‘bonding’ over video games. Shah Rukh’s wife and film producer-interior designer Gauri … Read more

National T20: Central Punjab, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa fined for slow over-rate

National T20: Central Punjab, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa fined for slow over-rate

Central Punjab and Khyber Pakhtunkhwa have been fined Rs40,000 and Rs25,000 respectively for not maintaining the required over-rate during the ongoing National T20 Cup. Central Punjab was three overs behind in the match against Khyber Pakhtunkhwa on Sunday, while Khyber Pakhtunkhwa was two overs short in their match against Southern Punjab on Saturday. Both teams … Read more

Jennifer Aniston highlights traits she is looking for in a partner once again

Jennifer Aniston

Acclaimed American actress Jennifer Aniston has confessed that she is now ready to date a person with a good sense of humour and confidence.

After splitting with ex-husband Justin Theroux, Jennifer Aniston got divorced in 2018, just three years after tying the knot. Since then the actress was single and she’s finally ready to mingle again.

Jennifer, who was also previously married to Brad Pitt for five years before their split in 2005, told that she needed some time to be by herself after her second divorce.

“I think I’m ready to share myself with another person. I didn’t want to for a long time, and I loved really, being my own woman without being a part of a couple.

“I’ve been a part of a couple since I was 20. So, there was something really nice about taking the time.”

After two failed marriages, the Friends star is now set about the traits her next partner must own.

She is in search of a man with an amazing sense of humour, and someone with who the conversation just ‘flows’.

“The ease at which the conversation flows the first time, that’s kind of a good indicator,” Aniston explained.

“Confidence, but not cockiness. Humour. Please I beg of you, beg of you. Generous, kind to people. You know, it’s just very few necessities.”

Aniston was previously married to actor Brad Pitt from 2000 to 2005 and then actor Justin Theroux from 2011 to 2017. She’s also been in relationships with musician John Mayer and actor Vince Vaughn.

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Security forces kill 10 terrorists in South Waziristan: ISPR

North Waziristan: 4 Terrorists Killed In Security Forces Operation

ISLAMABAD: Security forces killed 10 terrorists during an operation in Pakistan’s South Waziristan tribal district, an army statement said on Tuesday. In a statement, the military’s media wing Inter-Services Public Relations said that the security forces conducted an intelligence-based operation on receiving a tip-off about the presence of terrorists inside a hideout in the tribal … Read more

Federal Minister lauds China for providing religious freedom to Chinese Muslims

Federal Minister lauds China for providing religious freedom to Chinese Muslims

Federal Minister for Religious Affairs and Interfaith Harmony Sahibzada Noor-ul-Haq Qadri lauded the Chinese government for ensuring liberty to the Muslims in performing religious rituals such as Hajj and observing sacred months like Ramazan and other festivals. Addressing a webinar titled “Xinjiang is a Beautiful and Unique Area” Hosted by the Chinese ambassador, he said … Read more

PCB CEO Wasim Khan tenders his resignation: sources

PCB CEO Wasim Khan

The Chief Executive (CEO) of the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) Wasim Khan has on Wednesday announced to step down from his post after his commands were curtailed.

According to sources, Wasim Khan wasn’t happy with the new developments in the cricket board and presented his resignation in a meeting with the newly-appointed PCB Chairman Ramiz Raja.

Sources said that the PCB Board of Governors will review the situation in today’s meeting.

Wasim Khan was appointed in 2019 by the former chairman Ehsan Mani to manage the affairs of the board on a three-year contract that was set to expire in 2022.

Mani, while announcing Khan’s appointment, has said, “We have started the process of revamping the PCB and under Wasim, we now have an experienced leader of the management team who will oversee the implementation of the Board decisions. His first task would be to oversee the reforms of domestic cricket structure.”

Earlier, after the New Zealand cricket team backed off from their tour to Pakistan, Wasim has pointed at “inequality” in terms of treatment towards Pakistan.

“Ramiz Raja, the chairman, and I will be taking this up at the ICC level but also with New Zealand. It is something that we’ll be pushing to have a discussion more broadly over this topic when we sit at the ICC table,” Khan said at an online press conference.

“Because as I said, the issue we have at the moment is that people can unilaterally make that decision without any consequences for themselves. There are consequences for the others who are the recipients, in this case, it was us. Is it fair that that can happen?”

He further added, “There is inequality. I don’t care what people say and I’ve been around cricket for a very very long time. We went to New Zealand, Bangladesh. We’ve done everything that’s been asked of us. We’ve shown solidarity in cricket. Our players have gone through hardships in 14 days of quarantine in New Zealand.”

“We went after the Bangladesh team got attacked in a Masjid. We’ve done everything we possibly could do. What we have to look at now is that we expect fair treatment the other way as well. It’s easy to walk out of countries like Pakistan without any reason, any dialogue or discussion. That has to stop. Because the inequality has to stop in world cricket, unless we do that we’re not going to have an even playing field, both in treatment and in finances,” he has said.

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