Tue, 21-Oct-2025

Sindh govt revises coronavirus restrictions

Karachi

KARACHI: After witnessing a decline in new cases, the Sindh government on Thursday revised its coronavirus restrictions across the province. According to a notification issued by the provincial home department, businesses will be shut down only once a week, while markets will be allowed to remain open till 10:00 pm. Sunday will be observed as … Read more

Minal Khan & Ahsan Ikram enjoys thier honeymoon in Hurawalhi Maldives

Minal Khan and Ahsan Mohsin Ikram, a well-known showbiz industry couple who recently got married, are busy sightseeing in Hurawalhi Maldives.

Actress Minal Khan and Ahsan Mohsin Ikram, a newlywed couple from Showbiz Industry, are busy sightseeing in the Maldives. Minal and Ahsan are also sharing their selfies while enjoying the beautiful views of the Maldives.

The two had left Pakistan for their honeymoon on September 28 but they did not inform the fans about their destination. However, yesterday they revealed the secret that they have arrived in the Maldives to celebrate their honeymoon. Ahsan and Manal are touring the famous tourist destinations of Maldives and are also sharing their happiness with the fans through Instagram stories and posts.

Mr and Mr.s Ahsan are touring the famous tourist destinations of Maldives and are also sharing their selfies while enjoying the beautiful views  staying at the Hurawalhi Island Resort in the Maldives, on Instagram

The actress also shared some glimpses by making boomerangs on her stories

Minal Khan’s husband has also shared videos of playing various games during their visit to the Maldives.

The Ishq hai actress also shared her dazzling photos with the caption “Beach baby” in Hurawalhi Island

Actors Minal Khan and Ahsan Mohsin Ikram are soaking in the sun on their honeymoon in the Maldives. Since they arrived, the lovebirds have been sharing their romantic holiday, which has given major vacation goals to their followers

 

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While sharing the island video, the actor wrote in the caption “You don’t know what lies ahead so enjoy the present and cherish every moment of”‘. It should be noted that this month, Minal Khan tied the knot with Ahsan Mohsin Ikram. Held in the presence of several stars.

The couple is also indulging their appetites with scrumptious food.

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Digital currency bridges can speed up international trade payments

UAE-based business advisers now accepting crypto payments---Photo: File

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Supreme Court grills ERRA on funds spent after 2005 earthquake

Supreme Court

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Algeria-Morocco standoff threatens Spain gas supplies

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UK economic rebound stronger than expected in second quarter

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Ushna Shah responded to the troll abusing her while reveals his identity

Ushna

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Nepal imports more from China ahead of festival season

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Hong Kong firm aims long-term presence in Pakistan

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Philippines’ debt balloons to $228.68bn in August

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No letup in rupee depreciation against dollar

dollar depreciated

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Pakistan among top 10 producers of wheat, cotton and rice

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Death toll in Ecuador jail riots soars past 100

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France’s embattled Sarkozy given new jail term

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Matiari-Lahore power transmission line to cut losses to 4%: PM

PM Imran Khan terms CRBC project a real game-changer

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Balochistan govt completes 22 dam projects

KP small dams

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SBP mops up Rs203 billion from market

State Bank

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PM Imran Khan

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Rolls-Royce plans to go all electric by 2030

Rolls Royce

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