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Mahira Khan Sparks buzz by pairing Sajal Aly with Hamza Sohail, wants them to marry

Mahira Khan Sparks buzz by pairing Sajal Aly with Hamza Sohail, wants them to marry

Mahira Khan and Humayun Saeed, Pakistani superstars, discussed their ideal pairings in an interview. She named Sajal Aly and Hamza Sohail as her ideal on-screen and off-screen partners. The pairing, sparked by Khan’s amusing suggestion, has sparked speculation about potential future projects. During a fun and light-hearted moment in a recent interview, Pakistani superstars Mahira … Read more

Former Minister Abbas Afridi dies from gas explosion injuries

Former Minister Abbas Afridi dies from gas explosion injuries

PESHAWAR: A gas explosion at his residence in the Azam area of Kohat district fatally injured former federal minister Abbas Afridi, who passed away on Friday. Police and family sources said the blast severely injured Afridi on Thursday. He was receiving treatment at a hospital, where he later died. The incident also injured two other … Read more

PM Shehbaz, Saudi Crown Prince discuss expanding ties in trade, energy, and investment

PM Shehbaz, Saudi Crown Prince discuss expanding ties in trade, energy, and investment

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif met Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman on Friday, exchanged Eid greetings, and discussed ways to strengthen the longstanding ties between Pakistan and Saudi Arabia. Saudi media reported that Deputy Prime Minister Ishaq Dar and Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir also attended the meeting. The leaders focused their discussions on expanding … Read more

PCB and Sindh Government join hands to upgrade Niaz Stadium in Hyderabad

PCB and Sindh Government join hands to upgrade Niaz Stadium in Hyderabad

The meeting was held at the PCB chairman’s office in Islamabad. Discussions include promoting cricket, hosting international matches, and restoring stadiums across Sindh. PCB team to inspect facilities and prepare a report for Chairman PCB Mohsin Naqvi. The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) and the Sindh government will jointly upgrade Niaz Stadium in Hyderabad to meet … Read more

Dreaming of a Honda City 1.5 Aspire CVT? Check out June 2025’s easy installment plan

Honda City Aspire 1.5L CVT

LAHORE – The Honda City Aspire 1.5 LAS (CVT) remains a popular sedan in Pakistan, thanks to its impressive performance, comfortable ride, and fuel-efficient design. A 1.5-liter i-VTEC engine paired with a continuously variable transmission (CVT) powers the Honda City Aspire, delivering a smooth and responsive driving experience. Honda equips the Aspire variant with several … Read more

Check out Honda 125 Zero Markup installment plans offer in June 2025

Check out Honda 125 Zero Markup installment plans offer in June 2025

Honda CG 125 continues to dominate the Pakistani two-wheeler market alongside the CD 70, despite rising prices driven by currency depreciation and higher production costs. As bike prices soar, buyers struggle to pay in cash and increasingly turn to Easy Installment Plans. The country’s oldest auto maker has built the bike’s reputation on reliability, fuel … Read more

Samsung Galaxy A54’s New Price in Pakistan

Samsung Galaxy A54's New Price in Pakistan

Karachi: Samsung has adjusted the pricing for its popular Galaxy A54 in the Pakistani market, reaffirming its position as a well-balanced smartphone for June 2025. This device continues to attract users with its modern camera, 5G capabilities, and sleek design, offering features often seen in premium phones. The Samsung Galaxy A54 is now available in Pakistan … Read more

Samsung A16: New Mid-Range Champion for Pakistan

"Samsung A16: New Mid-Range Champion for Pakistan

Karachi: Samsung has officially launched its new budget-friendly smartphone, the Galaxy A16, in Pakistan. Priced at an accessible Rs. 59,999, this latest offering is designed to appeal to consumers who prioritize strong features and reliable performance without a hefty price tag. The Galaxy A16 is now available across all major retail outlets and online stores nationwide, … Read more

Intense heatwave grips Pakistan during eid break

Intense heatwave grips Pakistan during eid break

KARACHI: Pakistan, including Karachi, is bracing for a severe heatwave during the upcoming Eid al-Adha holidays. The Meteorological Department has issued a warning, anticipating intense heat across the country from June 8th until June 12th, and potentially extending into the following week. This unusual surge in heat is attributed to high atmospheric pressure, which will … Read more

Electricity price reduced by nearly PKR 3 per unit for karachi

Electricity Price Reduced by Nearly PKR 3 Per Unit for Karachi

KARACHI: Electricity prices in Karachi have been reduced by PKR 2.99 per unit, bringing some relief to consumers in the city. However, for the rest of the country, electricity will become more expensive, with a price hike of PKR 0.93 per unit. The National Electric Power Regulatory Authority (NEPRA) issued separate notifications for these price … Read more

Civilian areas hit in Gaza as Israel targets Lebanon

Civilian areas hit in Gaza as Israel targets Lebanon

GAZA: The Israeli military has kept up its intense attacks in Gaza, with reports indicating bombings of refugee camps and the Al-Ahli Hospital. These strikes have led to the deaths of many Palestinians, as the fierce assaults continue across the area. According to reports from international media, the attacks on refugee camps and Al-Ahli Hospital … Read more

Pilgrims stone “Greater Satan” as Hajj Rituals continue

Pilgrims Stone "Greater Satan" as Hajj Rituals Continue

MAKKAH: Millions of Hajj pilgrims are observing the solemn ritual of Rami (stoning) of the “Greater Satan” today, marking a significant phase of the annual pilgrimage. Following this, male pilgrims will proceed to offer their sacrifices and shave their heads, after which they will remove their Ihram, the special white garments worn during Hajj. Later, … Read more

New budget eyes funds for PM office renovation

New budget eyes funds for PM office renovation

ISLAMABAD: The government’s upcoming budget for the new fiscal year includes proposals for significant spending, notably on the Prime Minister’s Office and new housing for ministers. These allocations are part of broader development projects currently under consideration. A sum of PKR 65 million has been suggested for the sprucing up of the Prime Minister’s Office. … Read more

National CERT issues urgent safety warning for social media creators

National CERT issues urgent safety warning for social media creators

ISLAMABAD: Following the tragic murder of 17-year-old TikToker Sana Yusuf, Pakistan’s National Cyber Emergency Response Team (National CERT) has released a crucial safety advisory. This warning is specifically aimed at the large community of vloggers, influencers, bloggers, and TikTokers who are actively using social media platforms across the country. The advisory strongly urges digital content … Read more

Imane Khelif withdraws amidst gender test controversy

Imane Khelif Withdraws Amidst Gender Test Controversy

ALGIERS: Algeria’s Olympic boxing champion, Imane Khelif, has decided to skip the upcoming Eindhoven Boxing Cup in the Netherlands. This move comes as new regulations surrounding gender testing take center stage in the boxing world. The 26-year-old Khelif had initially shown interest in competing and aimed to make her return to the ring. However, she … Read more

Over 30 minor earthquakes recorded in Karachi since June 1st

Over 30 minor earthquakes recorded in Karachi since June 1st

KARACHI: The Meteorological Department reported that Karachi experienced more earthquake tremors this morning, continuing a recent trend of seismic activity in the city. The first tremor was recorded at 4:46 AM, measuring 2.7 in magnitude. It was quite shallow, with a depth of just 2 kilometers, and its center was located about 20 kilometers south … Read more

Pakistan sets ambitious 6% growth target by 2029

Pakistan sets ambitious 6% growth target by 2029

ISLAMABAD: Pakistan’s government has set an ambitious target to boost the country’s development rate to 6% by 2029. Federal Minister for Planning, Ahsan Iqbal, announced this goal as part of the new five-year plan. He shared these details during a press conference on Thursday, where he unveiled the 13th Five-Year Plan and provided an update … Read more

US tightens traveler screening

US Tightens Traveler Screening

WASHINGTON: Tami Pigott, the Deputy Spokesperson for the US Department of State, held a press conference today addressing several key international issues. Pigott emphasized that decisions regarding travel restrictions are solely aimed at ensuring the safety of American citizens. She explained that the US is actively tightening screening procedures for all individuals entering the country. … Read more

Musk vs. Trump: allegations and political fallout

Musk vs. Trump: allegations and political fallout

Elon Musk has made some serious accusations against Donald Trump shortly after leaving a government advisory role. “It’s time for big revelations,” Musk shared on X (formerly Twitter). He went on to claim that the “real Donald Trump is found in the Epstein files” suggesting the Trump administration intentionally withheld the Jeffrey Epstein files from … Read more

Former Senator Abbas Afridi dies from gas leak blast injuries

Former Senator Abbas Afridi dies from gas leak blast injuries

KOHAT: Former Senator Abbas Afridi has tragically passed away after succumbing to injuries from a gas leak explosion. Afridi, a prominent leader of the Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N), was severely wounded in the incident yesterday at Azam Bagh. He had recently announced his departure from the party in June 2024. He was immediately taken to … Read more

Karachi remains warm and humid, no rain expected

Karachi braces for hot and humid weather

KARACHI: The Karachi city is expected to experience another day of hot and humid weather. According to the Pakistan Meteorological Department, the maximum temperature may rise up to 36°C, while the minimum temperature recorded earlier was 29°C. The humidity level in the air has been recorded at 63%, which is likely to intensify the feeling … Read more

Reverent Eid al-Adha celebrations across Saudi Arabia and Gulf

Reverent Eid al-Adha celebrations across Saudi Arabia and Gulf

Eid al-Adha is being observed today with great devotion and respect in Saudi Arabia, the UAE, and other Gulf nations. Millions of Muslims offered Eid prayers in uplifting gatherings. During these prayers, special invocations were made for the unity of the Muslim community, assistance for oppressed Muslims, and the advancement and well-being of the Islamic … Read more

Alina Abbas Shah slams Danish Taimoor for showing “violence in the name of romance”

Alina Abbas Shah slams Danish Taimoor for showing “violence in the name of romance”

Danish Taimoor, a prominent Pakistani drama star, has been criticized for glorifying abusive behavior in his dramas. He has also portrayed toxic male leads in “Ishq Hai”, “Deewangi”, and “Kaisi Teri Khudgarzi”. Shah, a rising actress, criticizes Taimoor for glorifying abuse in his dramas. Danish Taimoor has become one of the biggest stars in Pakistani … Read more