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Day: November 8, 2021

China ruling party plenary to further cement Xi’s grip on power

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Chinese leader Xi Jinping arrives in Hong Kong for handover anniversary

BEIJING: Chinese President Xi Jinping, the uncontested leader of the world’s most populous nation, heads a pivotal plenary of the ruling party’s top figures next week that will set the tone for his bid for long-term rule. From Monday to Thursday, some 400 members of the Communist Party’s all-powerful Central Committee gather in Beijing behind closed doors. … Read more

Aiman & Minal spotted on a surprise Sunday date with their misters

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Aiman & Minal with husbands

The twin sisters of the showbiz industry, Aiman and Minal Khan recently pose for an adorable click with their husbands on a weekend date.

The Baandi starlet took to her Instagram and shared an adorable photo of herself, husband Muneeb Butt and little Amal alongside newlyweds Minal and Ahsan. It was picture-perfect as they were seen posing for the camera with big smiles.

“Sunday surprise,” captioned Aiman on her post.

 

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Ahsan Mohsin Ikram shared a similar post on his social media and wrote in the caption, “Surprise double date!”

All four of the stars were seen donning western attires. Aiman kept her locks open while Minal tied her hair up in a pony.

Minal and Ahsan officially tied the knot in an exuberant wedding function alongside friends and family on September 10 this year. While Aiman and Muneeb have been married for three years now and share a beautiful daughter Amal.

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Agreement heralds Saudi-France aviation cooperation

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Saudi-France

RIYADH: Saleh Al-Jasser, the Saudi minister of transport and logistics, signed with Jean Baptiste, French minister of transport, a joint cooperation agreement on the civil aviation, air transport programmes, safety and security projects in the aviation sector, Arab News reported. The agreement includes an executive programme to enhance bilateral cooperation in transport and logistics system by developing … Read more

Govt lifts ban on TLP ‘in larger national interest’

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ISLAMABAD: The government lifted the ban on the Tehreek-i-Labbaik Pakistan (TLP) following a proposal by the Punjab government, saying the decision was taken “in the larger national interest” as per the October 31 deal Islamabad sealed with the group to end clashes that left 11 policemen dead. Last week, the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) released over … Read more

Dogecoin price against Pakistan Rupees on November 8, 2021

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Dogecoin

KARACHI: The rate of one Dogecoin (DOGE) in Pakistani Rupee (PKR) is Rs44.11 on November 8, 2021 in the open exchange market. The rate of DOGE remains stable when compared with the previous day’s DOGE rate which is Rs.44.11 on November 7, 2021 The rate of DOGE in US Dollar (USD) is $0.269281 on November … Read more

Subsidy amount under Ehsaas Rashan programme to be increased gradually: official

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Govt launches Ehsaas

ISLAMABAD: The subsidy amount being given under the newly-announced Ehsaas Rashan programme would be gradually increased, keeping in view the impact of inflation on the purchasing capacity of the common people. This was stated by Special Assistant to the Prime Minister on Poverty Alleviation and Social Protection Dr Sania Nishtar in an interview with APP. … Read more

Govt undertaking massive development programme: official

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FAISALABAD: Despite financial crunch, the government is undertaking a massive development programme to make Pakistan self-reliant, particularly in the agriculture sector, an official said. Addressing a function after laying the foundation stone of a civil dispensary and water filtration plant in Nasir Town, State Minister for Information and Broadcasting Farrukh Habib quoted the global inflation … Read more

Pakistani Rupee drops low against US dollar on November 8, 2021

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Dollar rate in Pakistan

KARACHI: The average customer rates of buying and selling of US dollar (USD) against Pakistani rupee (PKR) are Rs170.43 and Rs172.13 at 06:44 pm PST on November 8, 2021. The USD slightly appreciates against the PKR when compared with the buying and selling of Rs170.1 and Rs171.71 on November 7, 2021. The exchange rate is … Read more

‘The UN’s eyes’: French Navy enforces North Korea sanctions

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French

ON THE FRENCH NAVY’S FALCON 200 AIRCRAFT, Nov 8, 2021 (AFP) – Flying above the Yellow Sea between Korea and China, a French naval crew scans the ocean surface for signs of contraband headed for North Korea. The team is part of an international mission enforcing United Nations sanctions on Pyongyang, flying surveillance trips from the US Futenma base in … Read more

PTI govt not to compromise on country’s economic interests: Shahbaz Gill

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Shahbaz gill

LAHORE: The Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) government will never compromise on the national and economic interests of the country, an official said. Addressing a press conference, Special Assistant to the Prime Minister on Political Communication Shahbaz Gill said that the entire world was facing an inflation problem, and especially the middle class was bearing the brunt … Read more

Rupee drops against Saudi Riyal on November 8, 2021

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SAR TO PKR

KARACHI: The average customer rates of buying and selling of Saudi Arabian Riyal (SAR) against Pakistani rupee (PKR) are Rs45.44 and Rs45.89 at 06:48 pm PST on November 8, 2021. The SAR slightly appreciates against the PKR when compared with the buying and selling of Rs45.33 and Rs45.78 on November 7, 2021. The exchange rate … Read more

Pakistani products glitter at 4th China Import Expo

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BEIJING: Pakistani handicrafts, jewellery and agricultural products are received favourably at the 4th China International Import Expo (CIIE), world’s largest import-themed event being held from November 5 to 10 in Shanghai. More than 3,000 enterprises and corporate giants from 127 countries and regions around the globe bring their competitive products and state-of-the-art technologies to this … Read more

Aussies skirt vaccine rules with black market certificates

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Vaccine

MELBOURNE: A ban on unvaccinated Australians entering bars and restaurants nudged thousands to get jabbed — but it has also seen the rise of a thriving black market in fake Covid-19 vaccine certificates online. Twenty-four-year-old Molly — who asked to conceal her real name — is hitting the town. When Melbourne last month clambered out … Read more

Rupee slightly decreases against Omani Riyal on November 8, 2021

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omani riyal to pkr

KARACHI: The average customer rates of buying and selling of Omani riyal (OMR) against Pakistani rupee (PKR) are Rs441 and Rs 442.37 at 06:54 pm PST on November 8, 2021. The OMR appreciates against the PKR when compared with the buying and selling of Rs 439 and Rs 440.21 on November 7, 2021. The exchange … Read more

Saudi real estate fund launches financing programme

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RIYADH: Saudi Arabia’s Real Estate Development Fund launched a programme to help real estate developers obtain funding from different financial institutions, Arab News reported. The Tatweer programme aims at supporting real estate developers to increase the supply of housing units to meet the market demand and contribute to achieving the target of Saudi Vision 2030 … Read more

Bahrain close to start qualifying developers for ‘metro project’

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RIYADH: Bahrain is qualifying developers for its first metro project, Asharq Alawsat reported, citing Bahraini Minister of Transport and Communications, Kamal Ahmed. The first phase of Bahrain Metro project, which consists of several phases, will be approximately 29 kilometers and include 20 stations, he added. He explained the project will attract international investors and will … Read more

Rupee slightly decreases against British Pound (GBP/PKR) on November 8, 2021

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GBP TO PKR

KARACHI: The average customer rates of buying and selling of Pound Sterling (GBP) against Pakistani rupee (PKR) are Rs229.84 and Rs232.14 at 07:03 pm PST on November 8, 2021 The GBP slightly gains against the PKR when compared with the buying and selling of Rs229.49 and Rs231.78 on November 7, 2021. The exchange rate is … Read more

Djokovic’s greatness will be recognised eventually, says Medvedev

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Djokovic

PARIS: The tide is turning in tennis legend Novak Djokovic’s favour in gaining the respect he deserves from followers of the sport but he may have to wait for years post-retirement to be fully appreciated, says Daniil Medvedev. World number two Medvedev was speaking after Djokovic had come back from a set down to beat him 4-6, 6-3, … Read more

China’s exports stay strong, trade surplus hits $84 billion

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China’s exports remained strong in October, a positive sign for an economy trying to weather power shortages and the Covid-19 outbreaks, Arab News reported. The country’s customs agency said that exports totaled $300.2 billion, up 27.1 per cent from a year ago. That was down from a 28.1 per cent increase in September but still … Read more

Amy Winehouse’s dress from her last performance sells for $243,200

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Amy Winehouse last concert dress

The dress iconic singer Amy Winehouse wore for her at her last concert in 2011 sold Sunday for USD 243,200, sixteen times its estimated value.

The singer wore the short green and black bamboo print, which was sold in the auction on Sunday so that the fans of Amy Winehouse will have a chance to take some of the late singer’s treasures.

The dress is the highlight of an 800-item collection of personal effects being sold by Winehouse’s parents Mitch and Janis.

“It took them a long time to actually come to terms and decide to let go,” said Martin Nolan ahead of the sale.

“Of course, there are fans and museums and collectors all over the world that will want to own some of these items, care for them, show them at museums, keep her legacy and her memory alive and at the same time raise some money for the foundation,” he added.

“That’s very iconic. But all of these dresses represent Amy — fantastic musician, songwriter, but also a fashion icon,” said Nolan.

However, the sale will run from Saturday to Sunday and is prophesied to boost around $2 million.

Amy Winehouse, known for her deep contralto vocals, breathed her last on July 23, 2011, a month after her performance in Belgrade. She died of alcohol poisoning aged 27.

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Euro appreciates against Pakistani Rupee on November 8, 2021

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EUR TO PKR

KARACHI: The average customer rates of buying and selling of Euro (EUR) against Pakistani Rupee (PKR) are Rs197.17 and Rs199.15 at 06:59 pm PST on November 8, 2021. The EUR appreciates against the PKR when compared with the buying and selling of Rs196.67 and Rs198.64 on November 7, 2021. The exchange rate is based on … Read more

Egypt discusses ways to boost gas exports to Europe

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CAIRO: The European Union (EU) aims at strengthening cooperation with Egypt in the field of energy, Arab News quoted Kadri Simson, commissioner for energy affairs of the EU, as saying, during a meeting with Egyptian Minister of Petroleum and Mineral Resources Tarek El Molla. El Molla and the EU official discussed ways to increase coordination … Read more

Horoscope Today, 8 November 2021: Check astrological predictions for Leo, Virgo, Libra, Scorpio and others

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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

Pakistan star Shoaib has ‘butterflies’ over facing Australia

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T20 world Cup

SHARJAH: Veteran Pakistan batsman Shoaib Malik on Sunday admitted a Twenty20 World Cup semi-final against a formidable Australia will give him “butterflies”. Pakistan completed the Super 12 stage with five wins in as many games with a clinical 72-run win over qualifiers Scotland in Sharjah. Shoaib smashed a quickfire 18-ball 54 not out — the fastest half century … Read more

Pakistani Rupee drops against UAE Dirham on November 8, 2021

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AED TO PKR

KARACHI: The average customer rates of buying and selling of UAE Dirham (AED) against Pakistani rupee (PKR) are Rs46.4 and Rs47.86 at 07:09 pm PST on November 8, 2021. The AED slightly gains against the PKR when compared with the buying and selling of Rs46.3 and Rs46.76 on November 7, 2021. The exchange rate is … Read more

Coetzer hopes Scotland mature for next T20 World Cup

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T20 world Cup

SHARJAH: Scotland captain Kyle Coetzer believes his team will show more maturity when they play in next year’s T20 World Cup after bowing out with a 72-run defeat against Pakistan on Sunday. Scotland lost all five games in the second round Super 12 stage but swept through qualifying with three wins, including a victory over Test-playing Bangladesh. … Read more

Abu Dhabi pitch curator dies before T20 World Cup match

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ABU DHABI: Abu Dhabi cricket’s long-serving pitch curator passed away on Sunday but the Twenty20 World Cup match between New Zealand and Afghanistan went ahead as planned. Mohan Singh died on Sunday morning after being in charge of the Abu Dhabi pitches for 15 years. “We are deeply saddened and our thoughts and prayers are … Read more

Ranveer Singh shares glimpse from his rigorous Monday workout

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Ranveer Singh

Bollywood star Ranveer Singh, apart from his stellar acting skills, is also known to be a fitness fanatic and never misses a day to pump up his muscles.

He has won millions of hearts not just won hearts with his dapper looks and acting but has also appeared as a fitness icon for many admirers. However, sharing a Monday motivational post on Instagram, Ranveer made the morning pleasant as he gave some major fitness goals with a series of pictures.

The RamLeela starlet shared two of his gym pics from a rigorous workout session flaunting his chiselled biceps. He was seen wearing a grey coloured vest with black track pants and displayed his rough bearded look with hair tied in a pony. “Shut up and #grind #mondaymotivation,” the caption on his post read.

The netizens and fans were left awestruck after Singh shelled out major fitness goals.

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On the work front, Ranveer Singh has some impressive projects in the pipeline including Rohit Shetty’s Cirkus, Karan Johar’s Rocky Aur Rani Ki Prem Kahani. Also, the actor is awaiting the release of Jayeshbhai Jordaar and 83.

In the film 83, Singh will be sharing the screen with his wife Deepika Padukone in Kabir Khan’s sports drama, based on India’s victory at the World Cup in 1983 under the captaincy of Kapil Dev.

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