ISLAMABAD: State Minister for Information and Broadcasting Farrukh Habib has said that the government imposed track and trace taxation system on cigarette sector that was already imposed on the sugar sector. “Rs34 billion would be transferred to the provinces as per 18th amendments from the new tax collection finance bill,” Farrukh Habib said talking to … Read more
Sheikh Rasheed Ahmad is a veteran figure in Pakistan politics and founder of the Awami Muslim League-Pakistan (AMLP). A firebrand politician who has a knack of attracting controversies, owing to his candid style of speaking, Rasheed is currently serving as the Interior Minister and is considered a close aide and ally of Prime Minister Imran … Read more
Sports has no meaning without fans. They are the ones who celebrate at times more passionately than the players and they are the ones who cheered athletes where things are going south. In cricket, the importance of fans is even greater since the duration of the contest is longer than most of the other team … Read more
Pakistan Test cricketer Abid Ali has been in the news lately, but for all the wrong reasons. The right-handed has been recently diagnosed with a particular heart condition namely ‘acute coronary syndrome’. Senior Cardiologist Dr Sohail Khan from the National Institute of Cardiovascular Diseases (NICVD), while talking to BOL News, said that such a condition … Read more
PML-N leader and National Assembly former speaker Ayaz Sadiq whipped up a political storm by claiming that former prime minister Nawaz Sharif – who has been living in London since November 2019 – would soon “return with a bang”. Ayaz made the revelation during a press conference held in Lahore on December 23. Later talking … Read more
Pakistan’s star leg spinner Yasir Shah has once again found himself in hot waters a after being named in an FIR for his alleged involvement in a rape of a 14-year-old girl. FIR details: As per the copy of the First Information Report (FIR) which is widely available on the social media, the complainant is … Read more
Sherry Rehman, PPP leader T he NSC and the federal government have given a nod to NSP, 2022-2026, yet we only found out through the media that the new NSP will be based on economic centrality. Despite being the primary arena for policy development, the NSP has not been presented in the parliament and … Read more
Pakistan is indeed a poor, debt-ridden country, but a handful of Pakistanis are super-rich and playing it big in the shadowy cryptocurrency market. If one believes the authenticity of a recent report issued by the country’s apex trade body, Federation of Pakistan Chambers of Commerce and Industry (FPCCI), then Pakistanis are holding a staggering $20 … Read more
PESHAWAR: The ruling PTI’s Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) chapter is going through a hard time with morale of the party workers slipping after a series of setbacks because of the party’s defeat at the first phase of the recently-held local government (LG) elections in the province. Prime Minister Imran Khan dissolved all organisational bodies of the … Read more
Nick Kyrgios has urged Rafael Nadal and Novak Djokovic to play at the Australian Open, saying that it would be a “disaster” if the ‘Big Three’ will not play in the tournament. Swiss ace Roger Federer has already pulled out as he recovers from a knee injury and Nadal’s plans are unclear after contracting Covid-19. … Read more
Almost all districts of the province have a chronic shortage of clean drinking water Balochistan, the largest and most sparsely populated province, is also the least water-secure province of the country. The entire province suffers from a water crisis with around 85% of its 12.3 million people not having access to clean drinking water. According … Read more
The historic necropolis of Makli tells a story of Sindh’s rich history It is widely believed that the Sufi, poet and scholar Shaikh Jamali established a Sufi retreat, otherwise known as a khanqah, at Makli, where he was eventually buried. Many years later, Jam Tamachi, a 14th century Samma ruler, declared that he wished to … Read more
The year 2021 has been a reposing time for the drama industry despite the competition given by various OTT streaming platforms and with the cinemas being closed, television remained more in the limelight relatively. The industry made some serious headway in terms of portraying thoughtful stories, supporting women empowerment, and launching fresh faces. With 2022 … Read more
A new documentary film showcases the ancient history of the Gandhara civillisation The documentary film, ‘Gandhara: The Buddhist Heritage of Pakistan,’ featuring rich Buddhist heritage has showcased the Gandhara civilisation that flourished between the 1st CE to 7th CE in different parts of the country. The film showcasing the beautiful history of these ancient people … Read more
Versace Featuring that 2000’s slinky silhouette, the fashion house opted for a print overload, bringing back the monochrome Barocco motif, tying elegance into street wear seamlessly. Christian Dior Showcasing a line for the unconventional woman, the brand delves into their own hot take on rebellious uniform aesthetics featuring punkish tartans, biker shorts, jackets, and ties. … Read more
Another year, another life lesson. New Year’s Day is a time for reflection. After the past two years, let’s just say we’ve never been quite so ready to flip the calendar to welcome a new beginning. But some of us all wary of what the New Year will bring. Can we perhaps, see the trailer … Read more
Food is a big part of a Pakistani’s life and every city has its unique flavours and dishes. Similarly, Karachi is also a city of foodies and has its typical cuisines. It wouldn’t be wrong to say Burns Road is the city’s – and maybe the country’s – oldest and the most popular food street. … Read more
One of the premier names that come to mind when one talks about art direction in fashion-related campaigns, Hashim Ali is a master of playing with different aesthetic sensibilities and a true visionary icon. Saying that he is the pioneer of fashion-related art direction would be an understatement. Not entirely the first of his kind, … Read more
In all its might and glory, comfort food is the epitome of all the joy and happiness in the world. It hits all the right chords and soothes the very core of your soul. If you were a comfort food, which one would you be? Take your pick! Dal Chawal A match made in heaven, … Read more
As a steady warrior for the arts, a philanthropist for the under-served, and an honouree of the Sitara-e-Imtiaz award – Ahmad Shah continues to deliver excellence on all fronts. Born and raised in Karachi, Ahmed Shah is one of those names who is a brand in himself. He is upfront, bold and houses a pure … Read more
LONDON: The price of bitcoin hit record highs in 2021 thanks to support from traditional finance, but cryptocurrency specialists are struggling to predict next year’s outcome for the volatile sector. Having more than trebled in value to $60,000 between December 2020 and April, bitcoin has lost some shine to trade at under $50,000 heading into … Read more
With an array of low reviews to its name even before the movie’s official release, Kahay Dil Jidhar was not off to a great start, further overshadowed by Spiderman’s blockbuster success. One heard all sorts of things ranging from “it seems a boring movie” to “the plot seems weak” or “it is going to be … Read more
ISLAMABAD: The gentle rain last week and the snowfall in Murree has turned the weather of Islamabad persistently chilly, but the political temperatures here are rising and the environment remains thick with conspiracy theories, speculations and rumours about the future of the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf government. Following the major blow to PTI in the first phase … Read more
An alarming rise in criminal activities in Islamabad has set alarm bells ringing The burgeoning crime scene in Islamabad has been a source of deep concern and fear for the citizens of the capital city of late, especially during 2021. The crime rate recently has climbed to alarming levels, with countless incidents of mobile and … Read more
Records are part and parcel of every sport. It is those unforgettable moments that remain in the memory of the fans for years where an athlete rises to the occasion and stamped his authority against the very best. In cricket, even though it is a team sport, records have another meaning to it because there … Read more
An analysis of the outcomes of KP’s local body elections for PTI With local bodies (LB) elections in the country’s biggest province, Punjab, just a couple of months away and general elections little over a year away, what does the result of the first phase of LB polls in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) tell us about … Read more
The new year has brought back some old make-up trends from the 90s and it’s no less exciting for the new generation as most of them were too young to be experimenting with makeup back then so now’s the time that you can play around with makeup and find what works best for you. We … Read more
Have you ever wondered what it takes to have beautiful hair? Let’s just say it all comes down to sensible decisions and sometimes good genes. If you aren’t lucky to have the luxury of not caring for your hair at all and still have beautiful hair, this article is perfect for you so continue reading! … Read more
