Tue, 21-Oct-2025

Hania Aamir steals the spotlight at Badshah’s concert with fans chanting her name

Hania Aamir steals the spotlight at Badshah’s concert with fans chanting her name

Hania Aamir, a popular actress, briefly became the center of attention during Badshah’s performance. Fans chanted her name in unison, showcasing her bubbly personality and massive fan following. The gesture was genuinely touched by the actress. Fans who gathered to witness Badshah’s electrifying performance were in for an unexpected treat when the spotlight briefly shifted … Read more

Meta Faces $25.4 Million Penalty in India for WhatsApp Violations

WhatsApp beta resolves chat bar issue and introduces AI chatbot tab

India’s competition watchdog directed WhatsApp to refrain from sharing user data for advertising purposes with other applications owned by Meta for a period of five year s and fined the U.S. tech giant $25.4 million on Monday over antitrust violations related to the messaging application’s 2021 privacy policy. The Competition Commission of India (CCI) launched … Read more

Seven cops kidnapped from check post in Bannu

Seven police personnel kidnapped Bannu’s check post

Unidentified armed men attacked a police check post in Bannu’s Atmanzai area, abducting seven police officers, according to sources within the police. Reports indicate that a group of 30 to 40 attackers stormed the check post, seizing weapons and other police equipment during the assault. Four police officers escaped from abduction as they were not … Read more

India set to unveil green steel formula

India set to unveil green steel formula

India is set to announce a formula for defining “green steel” by mid-December and is also working on government procurement plans for decarbonized steel, according to a government source familiar with the matter. Green steel refers to steel produced through methods that drastically reduce greenhouse gas emissions and environmental impact. Traditional steel production is a … Read more

UAE announces new tax relief measures

UAE announces new tax relief measures

The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has introduced new administrative and tax relief measures aimed at supporting local businesses, foreign partnerships, and family foundations. Under the new rules issued by the Ministry of Finance, unincorporated partnerships are no longer required to notify the Federal Tax Authority (FTA) within 20 business days about changes in their partnership … Read more

UAE Introduces New Tax Relief Measures for Businesses and Partnerships

UAE

UAE announces new tax relief and administrative measures. UAE introduces new tax relief and administrative measures to support local businesses, foreign partnerships, and family foundations. The strategy specifically aims to reduce compliance challenges for taxpayers. The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has announced new tax relief and administrative measures aimed at supporting local businesses, foreign partnerships, … Read more

Babar Azam Breaks Virat Kohli’s T20I Record

Babar Azam

Babar Azam surpasses India’s Virat Kohli in the all-time leading run-scorers in men’s T20I cricket. Azam is one of only two Pakistani batters in the Top 10 of T20I run-scorers. Babar accumulated 4,192 runs, surpassing Kohli’s tally of 4,188 runs. Former Pakistan white-ball captain Babar Azam has surpassed India’s Virat Kohli to secure the second … Read more

Kiara Advani hilariously embraces her Sindhi roots – every Sindhi will relate!

Kiara Advani hilariously embraces her Sindhi roots – every Sindhi will relate!

Bollywood star Kiara Advani shares a humorous nod to her Sindhi heritage on Instagram Stories. She shares a mirror selfie with a golden toothbrush, dressed in a white t-shirt with a fort-like print. The post humorously captions the selfie, “Tell me you’re a Sindhi without telling me you’re a Sindhi.” Bollywood star Kiara Advani continues … Read more

Dry November expected in Islamabad, health hazards from smog

Dry November expected in Islamabad, health hazards from smog

Pakistan Meteorological Department has prediction below-normal rainfall in November, with Islamabad doubtful to see rain this week. The continued dry spell is likely to worsen smog, raising the risk of chest and breathing diseases. Medical experts warn of enlarged problems for asthma patients and other vulnerable groups due to declining air quality. Director of Meteorology … Read more

Govt imposes Section 144 in Islamabad ahead of PTI protest on 24

Section 144 imposed in Islamabad ahead of PTI protest on Nov 24

ISLAMABAD: The Islamabad administration on Monday imposed Section 144, prohibiting gatherings of five or more people, processions, rallies, and demonstrations in the capital ahead of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf’s (PTI) planned protest on November 24. A notification issued by Additional District Magistrate Usman Ashraf stated that the ban would remain in effect for two months, citing concerns … Read more

PM Shehbaz directs to expedite action against tax evaders

PM Shehbaz directs to expedite action against tax evaders

ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif has directed the authorities concerned to expedite action against tax evaders. He was chairing a meeting in Islamabad today, to review overall economic situation of the country. The Prime Minister said national progress is possible only when everyone fulfills their due responsibility. He said as the country moves toward … Read more

Punjab permits restaurants to remain open until 10 PM

Punjab permits restaurants to remain open until 10 PM

The Punjab Environment Department has declared a easing in the operating hours of hotels, restaurants, and food outlets as smog strength across the province has reduced. According to an official notification issued by the department, all hotels, restaurants, and food outlets are now permitted to remain open until 10pm. Dine-in, parking, and takeaway services will … Read more

Honda CG 125 Black: Latest Price and Installment Plan Details

Honda CG 125

Honda CG 125 is known for its durability, speed, and fuel efficiency. CG 125 is available in Red and Black colors. Honda CG 125 Price as of November 2024 is Rs234,900. LAHORE: The Honda CG 125 Black continues to be one of the most popular two-wheelers in Pakistan, with its sales rising each year. Known … Read more

Rakesh Roshan shares big news on “Krrish 4” and reveals plans to retire from direction

Rakesh Roshan shares big news on “Krrish 4” and reveals plans to retire from direction

Rakesh Roshan, a director of “Karan Arjun,” announced his retirement from directing. He expressed confidence in the script, stating it would create magic and catch the audience’s attention. Roshan is currently shooting “War 2” for YRF Spy Universe, featuring Hrithik in a cameo appearance. “Krrish 4” is one of the most highly anticipated Bollywood movies. … Read more

Finance minister reviews progress on financing for priority sectors

Finance minister reviews progress on financing for priority sectors

ISLAMABAD: Federal Minister for Finance and Revenue Senator Muhammad Aurangzeb on Monday held a virtual meeting with the Governor State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) and Chairman Pakistan Banks’ Association (PBA) and their teams to discuss progress on financing for the priority sectors. The minister appreciated the work done by PBA and SBP for coming up … Read more

Philippines cleans up as typhoon death toll rises

Philippines cleans up as typhoon death toll rises

Filipinos worked to clear fallen trees and repair damaged homes on Monday after the Philippines was hit by its sixth major storm in a month. The typhoon, named Man-yi, destroyed fragile structures, disrupted power supply, and claimed at least eight lives. The national weather service had warned of a “potentially catastrophic” impact from Man-yi, which … Read more

Textile Exports See 10.44% Increase in First Four Months of FY 2024-25

Textile Exports

Pakistan’s Textile Exports Grow by 10.44% in Q1 2024-25. Textile exports reached US $6,146.1 million from July to October 2024. Key textile products included cotton cloth, knitwear, bedwear, and towels. ISLAMABAD: Pakistan’s textile exports have grown by 10.44 percent during the first four months of the current financial year (2024-25), as compared to the same … Read more

Ben Affleck & Matt Damon’s return to Dogma 2, Kevin Smith reveals shocking details

Ben Affleck & Matt Damon’s return to Dogma 2, Kevin Smith reveals shocking details

Smith revealed he is working on a sequel to his 1999 film, 25 years later. Affleck and Damon are expected to reprise their roles as the fallen angels, Bartleby and Loki. Smith expects a cameo from the duo, stating they are the only way a Dogma sequel will be made. Kevin Smith has confirmed that … Read more

Banks open applications for Hajj 2025

Banks open applications for Hajj 2025

Banks across Pakistan began accepting applications for Hajj 2025 on Monday, allowing prospective pilgrims to register for the upcoming annual pilgrimage. According to a spokesperson from the Ministry of Religious Affairs, applicants must submit an initial instalment of Rs200,000 along with their applications, which can be processed at 15 designated banks. The government Hajj scheme … Read more

Upcoming protest on Nov 24 will continue until all demands are met: Gandapur

Upcoming protest on Nov 24 will continue until all demands are met: Gandapur

PESHAWAR: Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) Chief Minister Ali Amin Gandapur has declared the upcoming protest on November 24 as a “decisive call,” vowing that it will continue until all demands are met. During a consultative meeting with PTI parliamentarians from regions including Hazara, Malakand, Peshawar, and the South, Gandapur discussed strategies and preparations for the protest. … Read more

Aqib Javed Appointed Pakistan’s Interim White-Ball Coach

Aqib Javed

Pakistan Cricket Board Appoints Aqib Javed as Interim White-Ball Coach. Javed will serve until the 2025 Champions Trophy. A permanent head coach will be appointed after the major event. The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has appointed former cricketer Aqib Javed as the interim white-ball coach for the national team, following Gary Kirsten’s resignation last month, … Read more

Will Changing Coaches Change the Team?

Coaches

In cricket, coaches have traditionally held significant importance, but until two decades ago, coaches worked individually, and the coaching of national team was a unique matter. Even if a team had a coach, their powers and rights to make changes were limited. Their responsibilities were often confined to net practices, offering advice to the captain, … Read more

What draws Elizabeth Olsen back to the MCU as Scarlet Witch?

What draws Elizabeth Olsen back to the MCU as Scarlet Witch?

Elizabeth Olsen, a beloved actress in the Marvel universe, has returned to the Marvel Cinematic Universe. Olsen explains that working with Marvel provides consistency and a sense of “insurance” in her life. She has balanced her work in the MCU with other projects, including “Sorry For Your Loss” and “Ingrid Goes West.” Elizabeth Olsen has … Read more

Pakistan’s IT exports soar by 34.9%, exceed $1.2 billion in four months

Pakistan’s IT exports soar by 34.9%, exceed $1.2 billion in four months

Pakistan’s IT exports achieved an impressive 34.9% growth during the first four months of the current fiscal year, surpassing $1.2 billion, as revealed by Minister of State for IT, Shaza Fatima Khawaja. Comparing this performance to the same period last year, she noted that IT exports were at $891 million, showing an increase of over … Read more

Adeel Hussain talks about his Irish girlfriend and marriage plans

Adeel Hussain talks about his Irish girlfriend and marriage plans

Adeel Hussain is known for his performances in “Mata e Jaan Hai Tu”, “Daam”, and “Jackson Heights”. Guest on Ushna Shah’s show discussing his Irish girlfriend and marriage plans. Hussain openly shared his personal life and plans, comparing marriage to having a dance partner. Adeel Hussain stands among the heartthrobs of Pakistani dramas. Over the past … Read more

Sri Lanka reappoints Amarasuriya as prime minister

Sri Lanka reappoints Amarasuriya as prime minister

Sri Lankan President Anura Kumara Dissanayake reappointed Harini Amarasuriya as the Prime Minister of the island nation on Monday. Following his coalition’s landslide victory, securing 159 out of 225 parliamentary seats in the general election, Dissanayake also reinstated seasoned politician Vijitha Herath as the Minister of Foreign Affairs. However, Dissanayake did not appoint a new … Read more

Businesses cannot operate effectively without VPNs, PTA chief tells Senate body

Register Your VPN

ISLAMABAD: Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) Chairman, Major General (retd) Hafeezur Rehman highlighted the crucial role of virtual private networks (VPNs) in the industry, stating that businesses cannot operate effectively without them. He made these remarks on Monday during a briefing to the Senate Standing Committee on Information Technology and Telecommunications. The regulatory authority recently extended … Read more