The federal government has decided to pay Rs 72 billion as a final settlement to five Independent Power Producers (IPPs) after terminating agreements with them. Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif announced on October 10 that the agreements with the five IPPs would be terminated in the first phase. As part of the settlement, Hubco will receive … Read more
The flight lasts less than two minutes, making it faster than instant noodles. Pilot Stuart Linklater achieved the fastest recorded flight in 53 seconds. The route was launched in 1967, breaking the record for the world’s shortest scheduled flight. Loganair operates the world’s shortest scheduled flight, connecting the Orkney Islands of Westray and Papa Westray … Read more
Shahzeb Khan wins gold in -54kg weight category at Asia Open Khyurogi Taekwondo Championship. Khan defeated Philippines’ Calamba in the final, scoring 18-0 in the third round. Shahzeb also won over Indonesia’s Hidayat Tomakaka in the semi-finals. INDONESIA – Pakistan’s Shahzeb Khan clinched the gold medal in the -54kg weight category at the Asia Open … Read more
Iran’s atomic energy agency said on Wednesday that an Israeli attack on important nuclear sites is “very unlikely,” and if it did happen, Iran could quickly repair any damage. The agency’s spokesman, Behrouz Kamalvandi, made these comments in a video interview, saying an attack was unlikely to succeed and wouldn’t cause serious harm. These remarks … Read more
Cameron Diaz announced her retirement from acting in 2018 to reclaim her personal life. She felt the decision was essential for her well-being and reflected on the pressures of Hollywood. Diaz co-founded Avaline, a vegan-friendly wine brand, in 2020 with Katherine Power. Cameron Diaz, once a prominent Hollywood star, surprised fans by stepping away from … Read more
ISLAMABAD: Indian Minister for External Affairs Subrahmanyam Jaishankar on Wednesday expressed his gratitude to Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif, Deputy Prime Minister/Foreign Minister Mohammad Ishaq Dar and the Government of Pakistan for the hospitality extended to him during his participation in CHG-SCO meeting in Islamabad. Indian minister, on his X handle, prior to his departure … Read more
Ukraine urged its allies on Wednesday to implement new sanctions against Pyongyang, citing North Korea’s role as a de facto participant in the war alongside Russia. In a speech to parliament outlining his victory plan, President Volodymyr Zelenskiy stated that Ukrainian intelligence had confirmed North Korea’s provision of weapons and personnel to Russia. He reiterated … Read more
Gold Prices in Saudi Arabia and Pakistan. 24-karat gold in Saudi Arabia: 3,718 Saudi Riyals per tola. In Pakistan, gold prices have risen to Rs277,200 per tola, an increase of Rs2,200. On October 16, 2024, the price of 24-karat gold in Saudi Arabia is reported at 3,718 Saudi Riyals (SAR) per tola, according to forex.pk. … Read more
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan and Iran, on the sidelines of Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) 2024 summit here on Wednesday, discussed ways for strengthening trade relations, enhancing industrial cooperation and cultural exchange. According to press release issued by commerce ministry, , Federal Minister for Commerce, Jam Kamal Khan held a productive bilateral meeting with Iranian Minister for Industry, … Read more
Babar Azam and Mohammad Rizwan have seen significant declines in the latest ICC Test Batting Rankings. Azam’s poor performance in the two-match home Test series. Rizwan slipped 12 places to 19th with 678 points. DUBAI: Pakistan cricketers Babar Azam and Mohammad Rizwan have seen a significant decline in their positions in the latest ICC Test … Read more
China’s Premier Li Qiang proposed stronger trilateral relations with Russia and Mongolia during a meeting on Wednesday with his counterparts from the two neighboring countries. The meeting took place on the sidelines of the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) summit. China, Russia, and Mongolia have become closer in recent years. In 2023, Beijing hosted Russian President … Read more
Hayley Atwell, starred in Netflix’s animated adaptation of the video game franchise. Atwell voiced Lara in “Tomb Raider: The Legend of Lara Croft,” stepping in for Camilla Luddington. The upcoming “Tomb Raider” projects include a live-action Prime Video series and a remastering of classic games. Hayley Atwell is thrilled to reprise her role as Lara … Read more
Pakistan’s off-spinner Sajid Khan led the second day, leaving England struggling at 239-6. The second day of the Test ended with England scoring 239/6. Pakistan made four changes to their lineup, while England made two adjustments. MULTAN: Pakistan off-spinner Sajid Khan took charge on the second day of the ongoing second Test against England, leaving … Read more
Following the Taliban’s recent decree banning the publication of images depicting living beings, at least two Afghan television channels aired audio-only content today, according to reports. In the province of Takhar, a local journalist—speaking on condition of anonymity—revealed that Mahi Nau, a TV channel, broadcast only audio, displaying its logo on the screen. The journalist … Read more
Government Announces Rs5 Per Ltr Increase in Diesel Prices. The new diesel price stands at Rs251.92 per litre. The new pricing took effect at midnight on October 16. LAHORE: The government has announced an Rs5 per litre increase in diesel prices for the next 15 days while keeping petrol prices unchanged, according to a notification … Read more
ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has invited lawmakers from all coalition parties to a lunch on Thursday, ahead of the expected presentation of the 26th constitutional amendment in the National Assembly. Sources said that the meeting would take place at Parliament House at 2 pm, with invitations extended to all coalition lawmakers. In a related … Read more
Varun Dhawan, a popular actor, welcomed his daughter, Natasha, in June 2024. Despite the baby’s birth, Dhawan is still learning about fatherhood and adjusting to his role. He credits his wife Natasha for handling all the tasks for their daughter. Varun Dhawan embraced fatherhood in June 2024 with the birth of his baby girl. He … Read more
Shah Rukh Khan has a diverse career, including negative roles. In 2023, he showcased his acting skills in “Pathaan” and “Jawan”, and in “Dunki”. Khan expressed a desire to play an assassin, stating he has a fresh approach to portraying villains. Shah Rukh Khan has taken on a variety of roles throughout his career, including … Read more
The Punjab Health Department announced on Wednesday that 172 new dengue cases were reported across the province in the last 24 hours. According to the latest figures, Rawalpindi accounted for 157 cases, Lahore recorded 8, Jhelum reported 2, and Gujranwala, Chakwal, Attock, Sargodha, and Okara each confirmed one case. Over the past week, a total … Read more
Meta-owned messaging platform WhatsApp is set to launch a new feature aimed at helping users verify the authenticity of images received in chats. This tool will enable users to search any image, whether sent by friends or forwarded, directly on the web to determine its validity and identify misleading or fake content. Users will be … Read more
TikTok has recently removed a staggering 78,827,465 videos for violating its community guidelines, according to the platform’s Q2 2024 Community Guidelines Enforcement Report. Among these, 144,430,133 videos were taken down automatically, underscoring TikTok’s reliance on advanced technology to quickly identify and eliminate harmful content. In Pakistan alone, TikTok removed over 30,709,744 videos during the latest … Read more
Khan praised Siddique’s close relationship with the actor and expressed his deep sadness over the loss. Khan expressed his prayers for Siddique’s family and the industry, expressing the collective effort to recover from the tragedy. Salman Khan, a close friend of Siddique, visited Siddique in the hospital after his death. On October 12, 2024, Maharashtra’s … Read more
A 5.9-magnitude earthquake struck eastern Türkiye on Wednesday, but no immediate injuries were reported, officials said. The quake hit at 10:46 am (0746 GMT) in Kale, Malatya—a region heavily affected by the devastating 7.8-magnitude earthquake on February 6, 2023, which claimed over 53,500 lives in Türkiye and nearly 6,000 in Syria. Türkiye’s AFAD disaster management … Read more
ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif and Prime Minister of Russian Federation Mikhail Mishustin on Wednesday agreed to pursue robust dialogue and cooperation in the areas of trade, industry, energy, connectivity, science, technology and education. During a cordial and substantive meeting at the Prime Minister’s House on the margins of the 23rd SCO CHG meeting, both prime … Read more
Mehreen Jabbar is known for her successful career in Pakistani television. They are returning with “Nadaan”, tackling societal issues. She discusses the international success of Pakistani dramas and the differences with Indian shows. Mehreen Jabbar, an ace director of Pakistani dramas and films, has delivered some of the best content on Pakistani television throughout her … Read more
An Israeli air strike on Wednesday on the municipal building in Nabatieh, a major town in southern Lebanon, which serves as a provincial capital, killed the mayor Ahmed Kahil and at least five others, two security sources said. The Israeli military said it struck dozens of Hezbollah targets in the Nabatieh area and dismantled underground … Read more
YouTube has announced over a dozen new features aimed at enhancing the user experience for both viewers and creators across multiple platforms, including web, mobile, TV, and YouTube Music. These updates, driven by user feedback, focus on personalization, improved controls, and ease of use. One of the standout additions is the ability to adjust playback … Read more
ISLAMABAD: President Asif Ali Zardari has summoned separate sessions of National Assembly and Senate on Thursday (tomorrow). The Senate will meet at 3 pm and the National Assembly at 4 pm. According to details, the draft for the 26th amendment to the Constitution of Pakistan will be presented before the lower house of Parliament on … Read more
