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Saudia, Boeing sign deal to boost fleet operations

Boeing

DUBAI: Saudi Arabia’s national carrier Saudia has signed an agreement with Boeing to improve fleet operations of the 787 Dreamliner and 777 jets, Arab News reported. The deal will allow Saudia to use Boeing’s services in digital analytics and to modify the cabin interiors of the 777 fleet, the pair announced on Monday. “As ever, … Read more

Dubai’s utility asks banks to pitch for $25 billion IPO

RIYADH: The Dubai Electricity and Water Authority has called on banks to pitch for a role on an initial public offering that could value the utility at $25 billion, Arab News reported. DEWA has named Moelis as an adviser on what will likely be the city’s biggest listing yet and the Dubai government-owned company would … Read more

Kyrgios calls for Australian Open to be cancelled

Kyrgios

SYDNEY: Nick Kyrgios on Tuesday called for the Australian Open to be cancelled, while unexpectedly showing sympathy to tennis world number one Novak Djokovic, who has refused to reveal his vaccination status. The mercurial Australian said he believed January’s opening Grand Slam of the year should not go ahead out of respect for the struggles Melbourne, which … Read more

Returning with a bang: TLP’s journey from banned outfit to political force

LAHORE: The country’s political dynamics have been on a roller coaster ride ever since the Tehreek-e-Labbaik Pakistan (TLP) launched its long march, protests and sit-ins, demanding the ouster of the French ambassador from Pakistan and the release of its detained leader Saad Rizvi. The violent TLP protests across Punjab and other areas during the last … Read more

Saudi Exim signs $118 million deals with three banks

RIYADH: The Saudi Export-Import Bank has signed nearly $118 million deals with three banks, the Saudi Press Agency reported. The Exim Bank signed an insurance policy with the Saudi British Bank worth $63.5 million to enhance documentary credits. A documentary credit is a method of payment that protects both the seller (exporter) and the buyer … Read more

UAE central bank launches overnight funding index

RIYADH: The Central Bank of the UAE (CBUAE) will launch a new index for overnight funding transactions denominated in UAE Dirham in December, Arab News reported. Donia aims at providing market participants with interbank market data, and to improve transparency in domestic money market activities,as a part of the new Dirham Monetary Framework implementation plan. … Read more

Rafiq says ‘time for truths’ as MPs probe cricket racism scandal

Rafiq

LONDON: Former Yorkshire cricketer Azeem Rafiq will appear before British lawmakers on Tuesday with the chance to give an unvarnished account of his experiences of discrimination at the club that is engulfed in a racism scandal. An independent report found the Pakistan-born player was a victim of “racial harassment and bullying” while Rafiq himself said he … Read more

Two school kids perish in train-wagon collision

SHEIKHUPURA: At least two school children died as a train and school wagon collided on Bahrian Wala Road in Sheikhupura on Tuesday. One female school kid passed away on the spot, while another succumbed to her injuries at hospital. Four other children were also injured in the mishap and immediately rushed to district headquarters hospital … Read more

India grants visas to Pakistan junior hockey team for world cup

India grants visas to Pakistan junior hockey team for world cup

LAHORE: Pakistan junior hockey squad is set to fly to India for the mega event of the world cup after the Indian High Commission has issued visas to the national team and officials. The government of Pakistan has also issued NOC to the national hockey team to participate in the tournament which will be held … Read more

BOL NEWS BUSINESS DIGEST: November 16, 2021

BOL NEWS BUSINESS

Work on four SEZs at advance stage: official ISLAMABAD: Work on four of the total nine Special Economic Zones (SEZs) along with Gwadar Free Zone under the auspices of the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC) are at an advanced stage, an official said on Monday. –HAMZA HABIB Read more   FBR organises AML/CFT training sessions ISLAMABAD: The … Read more

Will Smith plays Venus and Serena’s ‘lion’ in Oscar-tipped ‘King Richard’

Will Smith

Los Angeles (AFP) – “King Richard” plots the improbable rise of Serena and Venus Williams, from training on crumbling, gang-riddled Compton tennis courts to becoming all-time sporting greats. The movie could soon cap another unlikely journey, with former “Fresh Prince of Bel-Air” star Will Smith heavily tipped to win his first Oscar for best actor, as … Read more

The air quality of Lahore is ‘very unhealthy’

LAHORE: Air quality of Lahore has been acknowledged as ‘very unhealthy’ for its populations as smog has surrounded the entire city due to a change in the weather. The city is ranked as one of the most polluted cities in the world by US Air Quality Index (AQI) acquiring the rating of 246. Lahore is graded as … Read more

Enomad Uno: A portable hydropower generator for hikers

Have you ever experimented with the renewable energy? If the initial answer is negative then you might want to take a look at the new “Enomad Uno.” This mini-turbine is easy to carry on a hike or camping trip, and it will last you even if you’re off-grid. In order to generate power with it, … Read more

Alia Bhatt shares the new release date for ‘Gangubai Kathiawadi’ film

Alia Bhatt

Alia Bhatt and Ajay Devgn’s film Gangubai Kathiawadi’s release date has been postponed to prevent a box office conflict with RRR. Sanjay Leela Bhansali’s film will now be released on February 18, 2022, rather than January 6, 2022. After noticing a box office clash with SS Rajamouli’s film, the decision was made to postpone the … Read more

805 new dengue cases registered in Sindh

Karachi dengue

KARACHI: 805 new dengue cases have been reported across Sindh in the month of November, confirmed the data from health department data on Monday. Karachi has reported 507 dengue cases, which is the maximum number of cases across Sindh, confirmed the health department. Whereas, 134 severe fever cases affected by dengue mosquitoes, have been reported … Read more

Anushka Sharma pens a birthday wish for Sania Mirza

Anushka Sharma pens a birthday wish for Sania Mirza

Bollywood actor Anushka Sharma wished a Happy Birthday to Indian tennis star Sania Mirza on her 35th birthday.

“Happy birthday, Sania! Wishing you love and light always,” Anushka wrote on her Instagram story along with a tennis player picture.

Moreover, Sania celebrated her 35th birthday in the United Arab Emirates with her husband Shoaib Malik, who was in Pakistan’s squad for the recently concluded T20 World Cup — that took place in the Gulf state.

On the other hand, Malik also wished his beloved wife a Happy Birthday along with an adorable picture.

Take a look:

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South Africa want Ghana qualifier replayed after disputed penalty

South Africa want Ghana qualifier replayed after disputed penalty

South Africa demanded on Monday that a 2022 World Cup qualifier against Ghana be replayed after a controversial penalty cost them an African play-offs slot. TV replays showed Ghana defender Daniel Amartey apparently diving during the Group G decider on Sunday, leading to a penalty Andre Ayew converted for a 1-0 win and first place. … Read more