Tue, 21-Oct-2025

Chinese AI Model MiniMax-M1 Surpasses DeepSeek in Efficiency

Chinese AI Model MiniMax-M1 Surpasses DeepSeek in Efficiency

Chinese tech company MiniMax has introduced its new AI reasoning model called MiniMax-M1, which it says is better than its local competitor DeepSeek’s latest model, DeepSeek-R1-0528. MiniMax claims that M1 is more efficient and handles complex tasks better than DeepSeek-R1. According to the company, M1 uses much less computing power for reasoning. For example, when … Read more

TikTok AI Ads are imitating real creators and people are concerned

TikTok AI Ads are imitating real creators and people are concerned

TikTok upgraded its AI tool, Symphony, to improve ad creation. With this update, brands now create lifelike, influencer-style ads using synthetic avatars. These AI figures act like real creators—holding products, trying on clothes, and demonstrating apps. Advertisers now input text prompts or images, and the system generates polished video content ready for global release. TikTok … Read more

Railways increases train fares amid rising fuel prices

Railways increases train fares amid rising fuel prices

Due to increase in fuel prices, Pakistan Railway has increased fare of trains. Pakistan Railways has announced a hike in fares for both express passenger and freight trains, citing the recent surge in diesel prices as the primary reason behind the decision. Pakistan Railways has officially announced that fares for express trains and saloons will … Read more

Trump hosts lunch for Field Marshal Asim Munir, Historic meeting in White House

Trump Hosts lunch for Field Marshal Asim Munir, Historic meeting in White House

Washington D.C. – Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir, Pakistan’s Chief of Army Staff, concluded a crucial two-hour-long meeting with former U.S. President Donald Trump at the White House. The meeting, held in the Cabinet Room, marks a significant moment in Pakistan-U.S. relations and is being seen as a diplomatic milestone. President Trump hosted a special … Read more

Geopolitics increased oil prices

Geopolitics increased oil prices

Crude oil prices remain volatile, navigating between tightening supply concerns and weakening demand signals. Brent crude has approached $65 per barrel, driven primarily by geopolitical risks rather than underlying supply-demand fundamentals. The Russia-Ukraine conflict has sharply escalated, heightening the risk premium attached to oil markets. Increasing drone strikes by Ukraine and Russian retaliatory actions have … Read more

Azam Swati summoned by NAB over Illegal use of government funds

Azam Swati summoned by NAB over Illegal use of government funds

The National Accountability Bureau (NAB) has summoned PTI leader Azam Swati for allegedly authorizing the illegal release and non-transparent use of public funds in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. According to reports, NAB has issued a notice to Azam Swati over irregularities related to the release of government funds in the Kohistan district and surrounding areas. The notice … Read more

Terrified Israelis take shelter in bunkers amid fear of attacks, Woman gives birth to triplets

Terrified Israelis take shelter in bunkers amid fear of attacks, Woman gives birth to triplets

Haifa – Amid rising tensions between Iran and Israel, a woman in the Israeli city of Haifa gave birth to triplets in an underground hospital during recent Iranian missile attacks. According to international media reports, widespread fear and panic have spread throughout Israel following Iran’s strikes. Many Israelis, afraid for their safety, are now living … Read more

BTC TO PKR – Today’s Bitcoin price in Pakistan on June 18, 2025

The rate of Bitcoin (BTC) in Pakistani Rupee (PKR) will Bitcoin (BTC) in Pakistani Rupee (PKR) is Rs 29,638,717.63 on 18 June 2025. Bitcoin to PKR (Bitcoin Price in Pakistan) 1 BTC = 29,638,717.63 Pakistani rupees. The price of Bitcoin fluctuates constantly due to various factors such as market demand, investor sentiment, regulatory changes, and … Read more

I Love Pakistan: Says Donald Trump

Gaza Peace Deal Awaits Only Hamas Response, Says Trump

Donald Trump says, I love Pakistan and people of Pakistan are good. In a recent statement, US President Donald Trump praised the people of Pakistan, calling them “good people,” and said I stopped the war between Pakistan and India. About Iran Trump stated that, “Now Iran wants to talk. But why didn’t they talk when … Read more

BTC TO USD – Today’s Bitcoin price in Dollar on June 18, 2025

As of 18 June 2025, the Bitcoin to USD exchange rate stood at $105,539.22. Bitcoin’s value in dollars reflects the dynamic nature of the cryptocurrency market. Investors and enthusiasts closely monitor these fluctuations to make informed decisions regarding buying, selling, or holding Bitcoin. Bitcoin price in Dollar Today Bitcoin to USD Rate: 105,539.22 Dollar The … Read more

Honda City Aspire 1.5L CVT 2025 Price Increased – Features and Fuel Average

Honda City Aspire 1.5L CVT

In June 2025, Honda Pakistan announced a new price update for its premium sedan, Honda City 1.5L Aspire CVT. This change is crucial for buyers looking to invest in a fully loaded, luxury city car. Latest Price of Honda City Aspire 2025 The latest ex-factory price of Honda City Aspire CVT is PKR 5,849,000. Reason … Read more

Imposed peace or war is unacceptable; says Ayatollah Khamenei

Imposed peace or war is unacceptable; says Ayatollah Khamenei

Tehran: Iran’s Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, has declared that Iran will not accept imposed peace or war. In a televised address to the nation, Ayatollah Khamenei warned that “Israel has made a huge mistake and will face consequences.” He emphasized that Iran will never forget the blood of its martyrs or attacks on its … Read more

Indonesia Volcano Erupts, Spewing ash 6 miles high, Bali airport hit by major disruptions

Indonesia Volcano Erupts, Spewing ash 6 miles high, Bali airport hit by major disruptions

A volcanic eruption in Indonesia shot a massive ash cloud more than six miles into the sky, forcing the cancellation or disruption of dozens of flights to and from the tourist island of Bali. Mount Lewotobi Laki Laki erupted at 5:35 p.m. local time on Tuesday, releasing an 11-kilometer (6.8-mile) column of hot ash over … Read more

Careem announces ends ride-hailing operations in Pakistan

Careem

ISLAMABAD: The ride-hailing company Careem has announced it will cease its operations in Pakistan after nearly a decade of service. The announcement was made by Careem Chief Executive Officer(CEO) Mudassir Sheikha in a LinkedIn post, stating, “With a heavy heart, I share that Careem will be shutting down its ride-hailing operations in Pakistan as of … Read more

Severe decline in stock market, negative business trend today

Severe decline in stock market, negative business trend today

Karachi: The Pakistan Stock Exchange continued its downward trend for the third consecutive day, with the index closing at 120,465 points, reflecting a decline of 1,505 points. This drop caused the market to fall below the psychological threshold of 121,000 points. During the trading session, the index touched a low of 120,417 points. Overall, approximately … Read more

Gold prices decline in domestic and international markets

Gold prices

KARACHI: Gold prices saw a notable decrease across Pakistan on Wednesday, according to the All Pakistan Gems and Jewelers Association. The price of gold per tola dropped by Rs. 2,245, bringing the new rate to Rs. 359,055. Similarly, the price of 10 grams of gold fell by Rs. 1,925, now standing at Rs. 307,831. In … Read more

Pak-American entrepreneur secures $600M for AI vehicle startup applied intuition

Pak-American entrepreneur secures $600M for AI vehicle startup applied intuition

San Francisco: Pak-American entrepreneur Qasar Younis has raised $600M for AI-driven startup Applied Intuition, boosting its valuation to $15Bn, Bloomberg. Founded in 2017, Applied Intuition collaborates with 18 of the world’s leading car manufacturers, including Toyota and Volkswagen, leveraging artificial intelligence to enhance vehicle safety and automation. The company’s innovative technology aims to embed advanced … Read more

Iran downs another Israeli F-35 fighter jet near Tabriz city

Iran

TEHRAN: Amid ongoing hostilities with Israel, Iran has claimed to have downed another Israeli F-35 fighter jet on Wednesday. According to reports by Iranian state media, Iran’s air defence system successfully targeted and shot down the Israeli jet as it flew over the city of Tabriz. This marks the fifth F-35 jet Iran claims to … Read more

Five more Mossad agents arrested in western Iran

Iran

TEHRAN: Iranian authorities have arrested five additional individuals suspected of being linked to Israel’s intelligence agency, Mossad, in western Iran. According to Iranian media reports, the suspects are accused of conducting online activities aimed at tarnishing Iran’s national image and creating fear among the public. The Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) stated that the arrests … Read more

Air hostess faces death threats over photos with 17-year-old footballer

Air hostess faces death threats over photos with 17-year-old footballer

A 30-year-old air hostess is now receiving death threats after photos surfaced allegedly showing her on holiday with Spanish footballer Lamine Yamal. The incident has drawn widespread condemnation and outrage. According to media reports, Fati Vazquez, a social media influencer and air hostess, is facing murder threats after news of her alleged relationship with the … Read more

Irish player claims historic €250M EuroMillions jackpot, surpassing record

Irish player claims historic €250M Euro Millions jackpot, surpassing record

Ireland: An Irish ticket holder has made history by clinching the largest EuroMillions jackpot ever won in Ireland — a staggering €250 million. In Tuesday night’s record-breaking draw. The massive prize eclipses the previous Irish record of €175.4 million, claimed by a family syndicate in The Naul, Co Dublin, in 2019, marking Ireland’s 18th EuroMillions … Read more

India won’t accept third-party mediation with Pakistan, Modi tells Trump

India

NEW DELHI: Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi has explicitly informed US President Donald Trump that the ceasefire between India and Pakistan in May was the result of direct military talks, with no involvement or mediation by the United States, Indian diplomatic sources. Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri stated in a press briefing that during a meeting, … Read more

AI integration at Amazon expected to cut jobs, says CEO

AI Integration at Amazon Expected to Cut Jobs, Says CEO

Seattle: Amazon CEO Andy Jassy recently delivered a clear message to his employees: artificial intelligence is reshaping the company, and this will inevitably lead to a smaller corporate team in the coming years. In a memo to staff, Jassy explained that Amazon’s increasing reliance on AI will bring “efficiency gains,” ultimately reducing the number of … Read more

No tax increase on Hybrid vehicles till 2026, confirms govt

No tax increase on Hybrid vehicles till 2026, confirms govt

Islamabad: The federal government has opted against its earlier plan to increase the sales tax on hybrid vehicles with engine capacities up to 1800cc. This decision follows a review by the National Assembly Standing Committee on Finance. Initially, the government had aimed to raise the sales tax on these hybrid cars from 12.5 percent to … Read more