Karachi: K-Electric CEO Moonis Alvi has been found guilty of harassment, and the decision has sparked significant reactions from the legal team and representatives of the complainant, Mahreen Zehra. Barrister Talal Wasif Qavi, the legal counsel for the complainant, stated, “This decision confirms that a person who does not respect the dignity of the daughters … Read more
Renowned Pakistani showbiz actor Ijaz Aslam recently shared nostalgic memories from the popular past drama serial ‘Kashkol’. The actor posted a collage of several pictures from ‘Kashkol’ on Instagram, featuring himself with the cast. “Sharing some memories from my first drama serial ‘Kashkol’,” he wrote with the photos. “What an era, what a start! I … Read more
Veteran Pakistani host and actor Tausiq Haider has spoken out against the hypocritical societal treatment of unmarried men and women. During a recent podcast appearance, the host shed light on various social double standards. “I’ve noticed that when a man doesn’t get married, the impression given is that he chose not to marry, whereas for … Read more
IKARIA, GREECE — As the clock struck midnight over the Aegean Sea, the sleepy hills of Ikaria buzzed with life. Beneath the starlit sky in the courtyard of the church of St. Elijah, music echoed, feet shuffled in unison, and the scent of grilled meats lingered in the summer air. The island’s famed panigiri a … Read more
Popular actor and game show host Fahad Mustafa is facing a new problem on social media. This started when his old photographer, Umar Saeed, shared a video and made serious claims. Umar says Fahad publicly insulted him and even tried to ruin his career. View this post on Instagram A post shared by … Read more
Karachi: Organizers of the upcoming Twenty20 series between the West Indies and Pakistan, scheduled to take place in Lauderhill, USA, have announced a “buy one ticket, get one free” offer for fans. The first match between the two teams is set for July 31, with the remaining two matches to be played on August 2 … Read more
On Thursday, Pakistan and the United States announced a highly anticipated trade agreement, reached just ahead of President Donald Trump’s August 1 deadline. The agreement comes in time to avoid the imposition of higher tariffs by Washington, which were set to take effect on a reciprocal basis against various countries starting Friday (tomorrow). Pakistan Stock … Read more
ISLAMABAD: President Asif Ali Zardari said that Pakistan and Ghana enjoyed cordial relations, which needed to be further strengthened for the mutual benefit of both countries. The president, in a meeting with Pakistan’s Ambassador-designate to Ghana Najeeb Durrani, who called on him at Bilawal House here, called for a focus on promoting economic and trade … Read more
Renowned Pakistani music industry singer Annie Khalid has shared a deeply personal ordeal, revealing that her 7-year-old daughter suffered two heart attacks within a 24-hour period. In an Instagram post, Annie Khalid recounted her daughter Eisha’s courageous journey. “I can’t believe I’ve finally gathered the courage to post this,” she wrote. “January 23, 2024, is … Read more
ISLAMABAD: In a major crackdown, the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has imposed fines totaling Rs111 billion on 13 fake import companies involved in large-scale money laundering under the guise of solar panel imports. The action follows an in-depth investigation led by the Director of Customs Post Clearance Audit, which revealed that these companies were … Read more
WASHINGTON: U.S. President Donald Trump has labeled the Indian economy as “dead”, criticizing its close economic ties with Russia and imposing high trade tariffs. In a statement posted on his social media platform, Truth Social, Trump said, “I don’t care what India does with Russia. They can take their dead economies down together — I’m … Read more
Renowned Korean actor Gong Yoo, known for his role in the globally popular Netflix series ‘Squid Game’, has been acquitted of defamation charges based on false harassment accusations. A South Korean court has, in turn, sentenced the woman who made the false claims. According to foreign media reports, the South Korean court on July 29th … Read more
Forty-five years have passed since the legendary Mohammad Rafi, who introduced a new style of singing to the film world and gifted countless memorable songs, departed from his fans. Yet, his voice continues to mesmerize discerning listeners today. Born on December 24, 1924, this iconic singer, often hailed as the Emperor of Playback Singing, ruled … Read more
Karachi: The Provincial Ombudsman Sindh for Protection against harassment of women at the Workplace has issued a landmark decision in a high-profile workplace harassment case involving K-Electric’s top executive. Ms. Mahreen Aziz Khan, former Chief Marketing and Communication Officer at K-Electric, filed a formal complaint under Section 8 of the protection against harassment of women … Read more
Peshawar: The risk of Glacial Lake Outburst Floods (GLOFs) has increased in the upper regions of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa due to intermittent heavy rainfall. The Provincial Disaster Management Authority (PDMA) has issued an alert to concerned districts and departments. According to the Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD), residents of Upper and Lower Chitral, Dir, Swat, and Upper … Read more
Lahore: Authorities in Punjab have issued a high alert for severe urban flooding as relentless monsoon rains are anticipated across the province. Major cities like Lahore, Rawalpindi, and Gujranwala face a significant risk of inundation, while other districts are also bracing for heavy downpours. This comes amidst a tragic escalation in the national death toll, … Read more
ISLAMABAD: There is a strong possibility that electricity prices will decrease by 65 paisas per unit for consumers of government-owned power distribution companies. The National Electric Power Regulatory Authority (NEPRA) has completed the hearing on the request of the Central Power Purchasing Agency and the authority will also issue a final decision to review the … Read more
Valencia: Pakistan’s rising squash star Hamza Khan has qualified for the quarter-finals of the $15,000 Valencia Open Squash tournament currently underway in Spain. Hamza Khan is in formidable form, securing his spot in the last eight by winning both his initial round matches in under half an hour each. On Wednesday, in his second-round match, … Read more
Cairo: Pakistan’s journey in the World Junior Team Squash Championship has come to an end after they suffered a 0-2 defeat against England in the quarter-finals held in Cairo, Egypt. Both Pakistani players, Abdullah Nawaz and Anas Ali Shah, faced straight-game losses in their respective matches. In the first singles match, England’s Dylan Roberts defeated … Read more
Moscow: Russia has successfully tested the world’s most destructive cruise missiles, which were carried out by the modern nuclear submarine “Orel”. The experiment was carried out in the Brents Sea, where the Russian Navy’s modern war preparations were also revealed. According to the Russian media, the 949A “Antey-class” submarine is the latest and most powerful … Read more
Skardu: German climber and Olympic champion Laura Dahlmeier has tragically died after being caught in an avalanche while attempting to summit Laila Peak in the Ganche district of Baltistan. The incident occurred yesterday, resulting in her critical injuries from which she could not recover. According to Faizullah Firaq, spokesperson for the Baltistan government, Laura Dahlmeier … Read more
Islamabad: Prime Minister Pakistan has publicly thanked U.S. President Donald Trump for his instrumental role in finalizing a historic trade agreement between the United States and Pakistan. The announcement was made via a post on X (formerly Twitter) early Thursday morning. “I wish to convey my profound thanks to President Trump for his leadership role … Read more
Ottawa: Canada intends to recognize Palestinian state in September, Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney announced on Wednesday. Canada’s decision to recognize Palestine as an independent state will be subject to some terms, Canadian Prime Minister says Palestine can be recognized in September. Palestinian Authority will be willing to implement democratic reforms. Canadian Prime Minister Mark … Read more
Islamabad: Pakistan Space and Upper Atmosphere Research Commission has launched a new Remote Sensing Satellite. Pakistan has successfully sent its new remote sensing satellite in to space, taking another important step in the field of space research. The satellite was launched from China’s Xichang Satellite Launch Center., developed by Pakistan’s Space Investigation Organization Suparco. This … Read more
Washington: Pakistan and the United States have successfully concluded a major trade agreement aimed at boosting bilateral trade, improving market access, and expanding cooperation in areas of mutual interest. According to the Finance Ministry, the deal will create new trade and investment opportunities in various sectors, including energy, minerals, IT and crypto currency. Under the … Read more
The Indian economy is facing a serious jolt as new tariffs and penalties imposed by the United States begin to take their toll. The decision has not only rattled financial markets but also placed Prime Minister Narendra Modi under immense political pressure at home. The move, seen as a major setback for India’s economy, has … Read more
