Tue, 21-Oct-2025

DHL cargo plane crashes near Lithuania airport

DHL cargo plane crashes near Lithuania airport

A DHL cargo plane crashed early Monday morning while landing at Vilnius Airport in Lithuania, killing one person onboard. The crash also injured three others, with at least one in critical condition. Debris from the crash damaged a nearby house, prompting an evacuation, but no one on the ground was harmed. The wreckage caught fire, … Read more

Internet services disrupted in several cities of Pakistan

Slow internet disrupts across Karachi and other cities

Mobile internet services have been disrupted in several cities of Pakistan since last night, causing major inconvenience to users. The suspension was reportedly due to security concerns, affecting daily communication and online activities. A spokesperson for the Ministry of Interior previously stated that the internet and mobile services would only be restricted in regions with … Read more

Google Calendar Update Makes Task Management Simpler on Android

Google Calendar

Google Calendar on Android is introducing a new update to simplify task management for users. Previously available only on the web version, the new feature enables Android users to view a full-screen list of all tasks, including those without due dates. This change brings the mobile app closer to the web experience, offering a more … Read more

Punjab installs 30 modern air quality monitors to combat pollution

Punjab installs 30 modern air quality monitors to combat pollution

On Monday, the Punjab government installed 30 advanced air quality monitors across the province’s major cities, including Lahore. This initiative is part of a broader digital transformation project led by Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz, aimed at enhancing environmental monitoring and public health. The newly introduced air quality monitoring system is designed to provide real-time … Read more

Naqvi pays tribute to martyred Constable Mubashir, vows justice against violent protesters

Naqvi pays tribute to martyred Constable Mubashir, vows justice against violent protesters

ISLAMABAD: Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi expressed profound grief and paid tribute to Constable Mubashir, who was martyred while performing his duty during violent protests near Hakla. In a heartfelt statement, the minister extended condolences and solidarity to the family of the martyred officer, acknowledging his ultimate sacrifice in the line of duty. “Constable Mubashir achieved … Read more

Haider Ali’s Century Leads Pakistan Shaheens to Dominant Win Over Sri Lanka ‘A’

Haider Ali Century

Haider Ali’s century and Sharoon Siraj’s all-round performance led to a commanding 108-run victory over Sri Lanka ‘A’. Haider and Abdul Samad’s fourth-wicket partnership contributed to a formidable total of 305/7 in their 50 overs. Haider Ali’s match-winning century earned him the Player of the Match award. ISLAMABAD: Haider Ali’s aggressive century and Sharoon Siraj’s … Read more

Australia Introduces Strict Social Media Age Restrictions

Australia

Australia is set to introduce some of the strictest social media age restrictions in the world, with Prime Minister Anthony Albanese announcing on Monday that social media platforms will be required to destroy personal data used to verify the ages of users. This move is part of a new initiative aimed at banning under-16s from … Read more

ECNEC approves ten projects costing over Rs172 billion

ECNEC approves ten projects costing over Rs172 billion

The Executive Committee of the National Economic Council has approved ten projects costing 172.7 billion rupees. The ECNEC, which met in Islamabad on Monday with Deputy Prime Minister Ishaq Dar in the chair, deferred one project for further clarification on the part of the Ministry of Health. The projects pertain to the infrastructure sector for … Read more

JCP approves nine judges for SHC constitutional benches with majority vote of 11 to 4

JCP approves nine judges for SHC constitutional benches with majority vote of 11 to 4

ISLAMABAD: In a significant move, the Judicial Commission of Pakistan (JCP) on Monday approved nine judges for the constitutional benches of the Sindh High Court (SHC) with a majority vote of 11 to 4. The decision was made during the JCP’s third meeting under the 26th Constitutional Amendment, chaired by Chief Justice of Pakistan (CJP) … Read more

Instagram Rolls Out Feed Reset Option for Users

Instagram to launch Community Notes feature soon

Instagram is testing a new feature that will allow users to reset their feeds and remove algorithmically recommended content. This “Reset” tool aims to provide a safer environment, particularly for teenage users, and is expected to be rolled out globally in the near future. Once activated, the tool will purge a user’s feed of suggested … Read more

Schools in Islamabad, Rawalpindi to remain closed tomorrow due to PTI protests

Schools in Islamabad and Rawalpindi to remain closed tomorrow due to PTI protests

ISLAMABAD: Schools in Islamabad and Rawalpindi will remain closed on Tuesday due to ongoing protests by Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI). The Rawalpindi district administration has confirmed the decision, with the Deputy Commissioner citing the prevailing situation in the district as the reason. Similarly, the Private Schools Association of Islamabad announced the closure of all private schools … Read more

UN says one woman killed by partner, relative every 10 minutes worldwide

Man murders niece in name of ‘honour’

A woman was killed by a partner or family member every 10 minutes in 2023, the United Nations reported on Monday, highlighting that femicides remain at “alarmingly high levels.” A joint report by the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC) and UN Women revealed that nearly 85,000 women and girls were murdered last … Read more

Pakistan Prepare for U19 Tri-Series Final

Pakistan

Pakistan will face Afghanistan in the final at the ICC Cricket Academy Ground on Tuesday. Both teams have won three games each and lost one in the seven-match series. Pakistan’s victories against UAE were emphatic, winning by 10 wickets and 191 runs, respectively. Dubai: Pakistan will face Afghanistan in the U19 tri-series final at the … Read more

Elon Musk becomes richest person ever

Elon Musk becomes richest person ever

Tesla CEO Elon Musk has achieved a record-breaking milestone, with his net worth reaching an astounding $348 billion. This remarkable achievement solidifies Musk’s status as the wealthiest person in history. His fortune soared following a significant rise in Tesla’s stock price, which surged after Donald Trump’s electoral victory. The rally in Tesla shares, up 40% … Read more

Pakistan’s Exports Reach Rs3 Trillion in First 4 Months of FY2024-25

Pakistan Exports

Pakistan exports hit Rs3 trillion in 4 months of FY2024-25. Pakistan’s exports increased by 9.57% in the first four months of the current fiscal year. Exports in October 2024 grew by 9.91%, reaching Rs789.2 billion, compared to Rs753.8 billion in October 2023. The Pakistan Bureau of Statistics (PBS) has reported a 9.57% increase in the … Read more

Barrister Gohar, Ali Saif meet PTI founder amid ongoing Islamabad protest

Barrister Gohar, Ali Saif meet PTI founder amid ongoing Islamabad protest

ISLAMABAD: A crucial meeting took place at Adiala Jail between Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) founder Imran Khan, PTI Chairman Barrister Gohar, and Provincial Advisor for Information Barrister Muhammad Ali Saif, lasting approximately 90 minutes. According to sources, Barrister Gohar and Barrister Saif sought Imran Khan’s approval to engage in negotiations with government representatives. As part of … Read more

Jamaat-e-Islami calls for national dialogue to end political crisis

Jamaat-e-Islami calls for national dialogue to end political crisis

Jamaat-e-Islami (JI) has called for a national dialogue to address the ongoing political crisis as tensions escalate between Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) and the government. PTI convoys from Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP), currently in Punjab, are marching towards Islamabad to demand the release of their party founder, Imran Khan, among other grievances. In response, the government has … Read more

Today’s Gold Prices in Saudi Arabia – 25 November 2024

Today Gold Prices in Saudi Arabia

24-karat gold per tola in Saudi Arabia reached 3,809 Saudi Riyals (SAR) on November 25, 2024. 10 grams of gold are priced at SAR 3,269, while an ounce is at SAR 10,167. Gold prices fluctuate frequently globally, including in Saudi Arabia. LAHORE: The price of 24-karat gold per tola in Saudi Arabia reached 3,809 Saudi … Read more

ECNEC approves development projects worth Rs 172.7bn

ECNEC approves development projects worth Rs 172.7bn

ISLAMABAD: The Executive Committee of National Economic Council (ECNEC) on Monday approved 10 out of 11 proposed development projects costing Rs 172.7 billion. A project presented by the Ministry of Health was deferred, requiring further clarification before approval. The meeting the ECNEC was held here under the chairmanship of Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister … Read more

Belarus President arrives in Islamabad on three-day visit

ISLAMABAD: President of Belarus, Aleksandr Lukashenko on Monday arrived in Islamabad on his three-day official visit

ISLAMABAD: ISLAMABAD: President of Belarus, Aleksandr Lukashenko on Monday arrived in Islamabad on his three-day official visit to Pakistan at the invitation of Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif. The Belarus President arrived at the Nur Khan Airbase, Rawalpindi where he was received by Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif along with Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Senator … Read more

Punjab schools winter holidays to start from December 20

Winter vacations to start from Dec 23 in Punjab 

Punjab’s Secretary of Schools, Khalid Nazir Watto, has announced that winter holidays in the province will commence on December 20 and continue until January 10, 2025. Separately, the Board of Intermediate and Secondary Education (BISE) Rawalpindi has postponed Monday’s intermediate practical exams due to a public holiday declared by the federal government in the twin … Read more

Omani Rial to PKR Exchange Rate – 25 November 2024

Omani Rial to PKR

The purchasing rate for the Omani Rial (OMR) in Pakistan is Rs. 715.25, while the selling rate is Rs. 723.75. 500 Omani Rials convert to Rs. 357,625, while 1,000 amount to Rs. 715,250 in Pakistani currency. OMR, is the official currency of Oman. It is divided into 1,000 smaller units known as baisa. The purchasing … Read more

Gold rate in Pakistan on Nov 25 down by Rs4,300 to Rs278,400/tola

Gold Rate in Pakistan Today - 31 May, 2025

KARACHI: The gold rate in Pakistan further decreased by Rs4,300 to Rs278,400 per tola in the local market on Monday (Nov 25). Similarly, the price of 10-gram gold fell by Rs3,657, reaching Rs238,683, as per the rates provided by the All-Pakistan Gems and Jewelers Sarafa Association (APGJSA). On Saturday, the gold price per tola had … Read more

Gilani departs for five-day visit to Saudi Arabia

Gilani

ISLAMABAD: Chairman Senate Syed Yousuf Raza Gilani, along with a delegation, departed for a five-day official visit to Saudi Arabia via Saudi Airlines.

The visit is being undertaken at the invitation of the Chairman of Saudi Arabia’s Shura Council.

The primary objective of the visit is to enhance bilateral relations and institutional cooperation between the two nations said a news release.

During the visit, the delegation, led by the Chairman of the Senate, is scheduled to hold high-level meetings with the Chairman of the Saudi Shura Council, the

Governor of Medina, the Governor of Riyadh, and other senior officials. The delegation will also perform Umrah during their stay.

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SC seeks report from ANF over sale of drugs in educational institutions

SC

ISLAMABAD: The Constitutional Bench of Supreme Court sought a written response from the Anti-Narcotics Force (ANF) and all the provinces on the petition against the sale of drugs in educational institutions.

A five-member Constitutional Bench headed by Justice Aminuddin Khan heard a petition against the sale of drugs in educational institutions across the country.

During the hearing, Justice Muhammad Ali Mazhar asked what steps have been taken so far to prevent drugs.

Justice Musarrat Hilali said that establish a spying system under the ANF informant system in educational institutions. She remarked that most drugs are supplied in prisons.

Justice Muhammad Ali Mazhar said that it has been written in the report regarding Balochistan that there is zero use of heroin.

Justice Musarrat Hilali said most affected province is Khyber Pakhtunkhwa in term of drug use and inquired that why KP authorities silent on this issue is.

Justice Jamal Khan Mandokhail said drug is real issue for Khyber Pakhtunkhwa and Balochistan.

The Constitutional Bench while seeking a written reply from ANF and all the provinces ordered that a complete mechanism should be provided in the written reply to deal with drug peddling in educational institutions.

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YouTuber Raja Zia Ul Haq slams Fahad Mustafa’s comment on his success

Fahad Mustafa
  • Fahad Mustafa recently found himself at the center of controversy.
  • He attributed his showbiz achievements to divine favor.
  • YouTuber Raja Zia Ul Haq addressed the issue in a video response.

Pakistani actor and television host Fahad Mustafa, widely known for his role in the hit drama Kabhi Main Kabhi Tum, has recently stirred a social media debate with comments made during an interview.

Referring to himself as “Allah’s favorite,” Fahad attributed his career achievements across his 20s, 30s, and 40s to divine favor. His statement quickly went viral, prompting mixed reactions from the public.

While some fans appreciated Fahad’s expression of faith, others felt his words lacked humility. Among the critics was YouTuber and founder of Youth Club, Raja Zia Ul Haq, who addressed the issue in a video response. “It’s not wrong to acknowledge Allah’s love,” Raja explained, “but Fahad should have framed it differently by acknowledging Allah’s love for him despite his sins.”

He further argued that linking divine favor exclusively to success in the entertainment industry was “inappropriate and misleading.”

The debate has sparked broader conversations on social media about how public figures should discuss their faith and successes. Many have weighed in on the importance of humility and proper acknowledgment of blessings, highlighting the sensitivity of such topics in the public sphere.

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US dollar rate in Pakistan on November 25 Nov, 2024

US dollar rate in Pakistan

The US dollar rate in Pakistan remained unchanged against Pakistani rupee to Rs277.75 in the interbank market on Monday (Nov 25) as per the State Bank of Pakistan (SBP). However, according to the Forex Association of Pakistan (FAP), the buying and selling rates of the dollar in the open market stood at Rs 277.30 and … Read more