Tue, 21-Oct-2025

US tariffs on Spanish olives violation of rules: WTO

US tariffs on Spanish olives violation of rules: WTO

GENEVA: A US decision to slap steep import duties on Spanish olives over claims they benefited from subsidies constituted a violation of international trade rules, the World Trade Organization ruled on Friday. Former US president Donald Trump’s administration slapped extra tariffs on Spain’s iconic agricultural export in 2018, considering their olives were subsidized and being … Read more

Deadly smog continues to engulf Lahore

Lahore smog

Since the last two weeks Lahore has been suffering from the highest levels of toxic air in the world, according to the United States Air Quality Index (AQI). The US Environmental Protection Agency regards air quality satisfactory if the AQI is under 50, meanwhile, the AQI in Lahore has been averaging between 200 and 250, … Read more

Sana Khan, Anas Saiyad celebrate first wedding anniversary, ‘united forever till Jannah’

Sana Khan

Sana Khan penned a heartfelt note to her husband, Anas Saiyad, on their first wedding anniversary in an Instagram post. Sana Khan and her husband Anas Saiyad are enjoying their first wedding anniversary. She wrote a touching Instagram post to him on the occasion, calling him “worth the wait.” Sharing a picture of her and … Read more

Feroze Khan & Iqra Aziz humbled as fans laud them for their drama

2 weeks after the final episode aired, Feroze and Iqra have been receiving love from their fans for their brilliant performances in Khuda Aur Mohabbat 3. Read more: Feroze Khan share his views on ‘Khuda Aur Mohabbat’ Starring Iqra Aziz and Feroze Khan in pivotal roles, the series also featured a star-studded supporting cast including … Read more

A vulnerable climate: An analysis of the impacts of climate change on Pakistan

KARACHI: With the latest edition of the United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP26), being the subject of global chatter, and discussions around Greenhouse Gas Emissions, a warming planet and countries’ policies to tackle the adverse impacts of climate change taking place at every forum, it is important to consider what all of this means for … Read more

SSGC participates in ADIPEC to find suppliers

SSGC

KARACHI: The Sui Southern Gas Company (SSGC) participated in the Abu Dhabi International Petroleum Exhibition and Conference, a statement said. ADIPEC is a premier energy sector event held in Abu Dhabi. It is hosted annually by Abu Dhabi National Oil Company (Adnoc). Managing Director of the SSGC, Imran Maniar said that finding new suppliers, probing … Read more

Jennifer Lopez on marrying Ben Affleck, shares she’s ready to marry for the fourth time

Jennifer Lopez

Jennifer Lopez, who is now in a relationship with Ben Affleck, has disclosed if she is willing to marry again. She’s been married three times before. Jennifer Lopez, who will star in the upcoming romantic comedy Marry Me, was asked if she is open to the thought of remarrying. She has previously married Ojani Noa … Read more

BTS have the time of their lives at Harry Styles’ concert in LA

The global phenomenon from South Korea, BTS, is having the time of their lives as they enjoy a Harry Styles concert in Los Angeles, California. The group flew to LA to attend the American Music Awards (AMAs) and to prepare for their concert at the So Fi Stadium scheduled for later this month. Read more: … Read more

Saudi Arabia limits Umrah pilgrimage for overseas Muslims

Umrah

CAIRO: Saudi Arabia has limited permits for performing Umrah or lesser pilgrimage for overseas Muslims aged 18 to 50 years, Gulf News reported. Overseas pilgrims are also required to be fully inoculated against the Covid-19 before travelling to the kingdom, with vaccines recognised in Saudi Arabia and to present an officially endorsed vaccination certificate to obtain an … Read more

Ayeza Khan looks flawless in her latest bridal shoot, see photos

Ayeza Khan is a Pakistani actress and model best known for her roles in the dramas “Mere Pass Tum Ho, Laapata, Pyare Afzal, and Mohabbat Tum Se Nafrat Hai.” She is often seen working with Pakistan’s top clothing brands. Ayeza just posted a few photos on Instagram, and she looks stunning in a gorgeous celebratory … Read more

In a first, FIA to probe NAB officials for alleged criminal negligence in Broadsheet case

NAB

LAHORE: In a first, former chairmen and other officials of the powerful National Accountability Bureau (NAB) will be investigated by the Federal Investigation Agency (FIA) for their alleged criminal negligence in the Broadsheet case. The law ministry has given the go-ahead to FIA to proceed against NAB officials after the anti-corruption watchdog ‘snubbed’ the agency … Read more

Hydropower project of CPEC starts reservoir impoundment

CPEC

KAROT: The Karot hydropower project, a pilot project under the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC), successfully closed the gates of the diversion tunnels on Saturday, starting reservoir impoundment. Invested by the China Three Gorges Corporation (CTG) with a total of about $1.74 billion, the Karot hydropower project in Pakistan’s eastern Punjab province is the fourth level … Read more

Pakistan should clinch GSP++ status: FPCCI

Pakistan

KARACHI: Pakistan should be treated at par with other regional countries and countries with similar economic conditions and challenges, an official said. During a consultative session with EU Ambassador to Pakistan Androulla Kaminara, Federation of Pakistan Chambers of Commerce and Industry (FPCCI) president Mian Nasser Hyatt Maggo said that the European Commission should measure Pakistan … Read more

Care of less-privileged everyone’s responsibility: minister

Care of less

LAHORE: Taking care of less-privileged people of the society was everyone’s responsibility, an official said. Speaking at a function organised by the Saya Welfare Foundation at the Lahore Chamber of Commerce and Industry, Federal Minister for Religious Affairs and Interfaith Harmony Pir Noor ul Haq Qadri said: “It is our collective responsibility to serve the … Read more

Sarah Khan shares the cutest digital portraits!

Sarah Khan and Falak Shabbir are one of the most sought-after couples in the industry right now. The two are busy conquering their respective industries, with Sarah acting and Falak releasing new music. The two, together, have been the faces of many bridal campaigns since their wedding and the results are always hyped up by … Read more

Shahbaz Gill blames previous govts for pollution in Sahiwal

Shahbaz Gill

ISLAMABAD: Special Assistant to Prime Minister on Political Communication Dr Shahbaz Gill on Saturday, blamed previous governments for pollution in Sahiwal. Without naming a political party, the advisor said “they built a coal power plant in the lush green agricultural land of Sahiwal which has resulted in the city being ranked as one of the … Read more

LCCI slams raise in key policy rate

LCCI

LAHORE: The Lahore Chamber of Commerce and Industry (LCCI) has expressed concern over the State Bank of Pakistan’s (SBP) decision to raise the key policy rate by 150 basis points to 8.75 percent, a statement said. “Availability of equity to the business community has been made dearer with a single stroke of pen,” LCCI president … Read more

The wait for Laal Singh Chaddha is finally over

Taking to Instagram the leading couple of the movie, Aamir Khan and Kareena Kapoor shared the news of the release. Read more: Aamir Khan & Kiran Rao spotted together once again “We are happy to share our new poster and our new release date,” the said sharing the movie’s poster.   View this post on … Read more

PM orders action against officers for faking complaints, resolution at Citizen Portal

PM Citizen portal

ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Imran Khan Saturday directed the authorities concerned to take action against the government officers who were faking complaints registration and resolution at Pakistan Citizen Portal to show increased satisfaction of the citizens at their respective dashboards. “I personally monitor public complaints at Citizen Portal. No laxity will be tolerated in the resolution … Read more

Yumna Zaidi showcases latest bridal collection

Yumna Zaidi is the latest muse for Zainab Chotani’s latest bridal collection Dil Aashna.   View this post on Instagram   A post shared by Yumna Zaidi (@yumnazaidiofficial) Read More: Here’s why Yumna Zaidi is trending on Twitter The bridal look of the leading TV actress is being widely discussed.   View this post on … Read more

PDWP approves two development schemes

PDWP

LAHORE: The Punjab Provincial Development Working Party (PDWP) has approved execution of two development schemes at an estimated cost of Rs4.‪62 billion. These schemes were approved in the 40th meeting of the PDWP presided over by Planning and Development Board chairman Abdullah Khan Sumbal. The approved development schemes included the establishment of revenue academy, Lahore … Read more

Kartik Aryan’s “DHAMAKA” releases & trends on Twitter

Dhamaka Netflix

Dhamaka, the latest film starring Bollywood actor Kartik Aryan, is now available on Netflix. Kartik, who is renowned for his roles in rom-coms like Sonu Ke Titu Ki Sweety, Pyaar ka Punchnama and Pati Patni Aur Woh, will now be seen in Ram Madhvani’s upcoming thriller, portraying “Arjun Pathak” in an intense and altogether different … Read more

Sonya Hussyn looks stunning in Sajjad Ali’s song ‘Qarar’

The uncrowned king of semi-classical and pop music, Sajjad Ali is everyone’s favourite. He’s been enjoying his fair share of popularity that cuts across cultures for decades now. Every song he releases, becomes an instant hit and the singer hasn’t disappointed us this time either. Read more: Sonya Hussyn shares her upcoming project details with … Read more

Bitcoin down more than 5% in 24 hours, Ethereum loses $4,000 levels

Bitcoin

RIYADH: The cryptocurrency market is witnessing sharp declines in the past few hours, CNBC Arabia reported. Bitcoin, the world’s largest cryptocurrency, fell by more than 5 per cent in the past 24 hours to trade near levels of $57,000, its lowest level since Oct. 13. The Ethereum currency also fell by about 7 per cent during the … Read more

FIA arrests five Nigerians for cheating by impersonating as British doctors

ATC sends 18 accused on 15-day physical remand in Sialkot lynching case

LAHORE: Cybercrime Wing of the Federal Investigation Agency (FIA) has claimed to have arrested at least six suspects including five Nigerians from Lahore on charges of committing financial fraud through impersonation. According to an FIA official, on a tip-off, FIA’s cybercrime wing team of Faisalabad conducted a raid and arrested the suspects involved in financial … Read more

Aiman, Minal Khan celebrate their birthday

The most popular twins of the entertainment industry, Aiman and Minal Khan celebrated their 23rd birthday last night. Read more: Minal Khan spotted with husband and Hania Aamir The girls spent the evening with their spouses, family and friends. The starlets left the internet gushing with Insta posts and stories from their birthday festivity.   … Read more

Pakistan’s IT exports witness unprecedented growth of 39%: Farrukh Habib

IT

Minister of State for Information and Broadcasting Farrukh Habib revealed on Saturday that the country’s IT exports witnessed an unprecedented growth of 39 per cent, touching $830 million during the first three months of the current fiscal year. The minister took to Twitter and pointed out that the IT exports were $596 million during the … Read more