Aroosa Khan, a well-known Pakistani host and digital media influencer, has made her mark through her reporting and talk shows on various digital platforms. She gained even more popularity after marrying the famous host Iqrar ul Hassan and is now loved for her family and cooking vlogs on social media. Recently, Aroosa planned a sweet … Read more
Melania Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin have reportedly increased their contacts and expressed their willingness to work together on humanitarian efforts. The former U.S. First Lady said her representative team is cooperating with President Putin’s team to help Ukrainian children separated from their families during the Russia-Ukraine war. “Our teams are working together to … Read more
Venezuelan democracy leader Maria Corina Machado, who won the 2025 Nobel Peace Prize, has dedicated her award to the people of Venezuela and former U.S. President Donald Trump. In her statement, Machado said the award represents global recognition of the Venezuelan people’s long struggle for freedom. “We are standing on the verge of victory,” she … Read more
The White House on Friday strongly criticized the Norwegian Nobel Committee for awarding the 2025 Nobel Peace Prize to Venezuelan opposition leader María Corina Machado, saying that former US President Donald Trump was more deserving of the honour. “President Trump will keep making peace deals, ending wars, and saving lives. He has the heart of … Read more
KARACHI: The Khairpur Special Economic Zone (KSEZ) has been ranked among the Top Industrial Zones in the Asia-Pacific Region, a major international recognition for Sindh and Pakistan, Sindh Chief Minister Murad Ali Shah announced. The Chief Minister said the FT Global Free Zones of the Year 2025 recognition brings pride to both the province and … Read more
Pakistan has taken a major step to boost its health and pharmaceutical industries under the leadership of Federal Health Minister Syed Mustafa Kamal. The Minister recently held a high-level meeting with top executives from Chinese and German pharmaceutical companies to explore partnerships in local medicine production, technology transfer, and exports. During the meeting, discussions centered … Read more
The Sindh government has announced a public holiday across the province on October 20 to mark the Hindu festival of Diwali. According to the official notification issued by the provincial government, all government offices in Sindh will remain closed on Monday, October 20. The decision has been made to allow the Hindu community to celebrate … Read more
Silver rates across Pakistan remained steady on Saturday, reflecting balanced supply and demand in local bullion markets. According to the latest data from the Sarafa Bazaar, 1 tola of silver was priced at Rs. 5,245, while 10 grams cost Rs. 4,496. The per-gram rate stood at Rs. 449.6. These rates were uniform across major cities … Read more
KARACHI: Sindh Home Minister Zia-ul-Hassan Lanjar has said that the issue of extortion in Karachi is a serious matter, but assured that the provincial government is equally focused on addressing the concerns of the business community. Addressing a press conference in Karachi, the minister said that some traders had received threats after refusing to pay … Read more
Washington and China has significantly expanded its export controls on rare earth materials and other high-tech components, just ahead of an anticipated meeting between President Donald Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping. The Chinese Ministry of Commerce announced Thursday that starting November 8, any product containing certain Chinese-sourced rare earth elements — even in trace … Read more
PESHAWAR: Director General Inter-Services Public Relations (DG ISPR) Lieutenant General Ahmed Sharif Chaudhry said that Pakistan is engaged in a determined fight against the scourge of terrorism and urged unity to uproot militancy from the country. Speaking at a media briefing in Peshawar, the DG ISPR said his visit was intended to sit among the … Read more
OSLO, Norway: Venezuelan opposition leader Maria Corina Machado has been awarded the 2025 Nobel Peace Prize, the Norwegian Nobel Committee announced Friday, honoring her tireless efforts to promote democratic rights and peaceful political transition in Venezuela. The 58-year-old industrial engineer, currently living in hiding, has long been a prominent figure in Venezuela’s opposition movement. Despite … Read more
LOS ANGELES: The Los Angeles Dodgers are moving on. Shohei Ohtani hit his 50th home run of the season and Yoshinobu Yamamoto struck out nine over seven innings as the Dodgers beat the Cincinnati Reds 5-2 on Thursday night, completing a sweep in the Wild Card Series. Ohtani connected in the third inning for a … Read more
ISLAMABAD: The National Database and Registration Authority (NADRA) has activated its service counters in several countries to provide greater convenience to overseas Pakistanis. In a statement issued on social media, NADRA announced that dedicated counters have been made operational in Pakistani embassies and consulates across various countries to ensure improved service delivery for expatriates. According … Read more
Pakistani actor Muneeb Butt has spoken from the heart about fatherhood, calling his three daughters the greatest blessing in his life. In a recent podcast appearance, the actor shared how their births brought not only immense joy but also marked a turning point in his personal and professional journey. Muneeb revealed that each of his … Read more
Oslo, Norway: The 2025 Nobel Peace Prize is scheduled to be announced on Friday, October 10, at 11:00 am local time (09:00 GMT) by the Norwegian Nobel Institute. The announcement will come from the five-member Nobel Committee, appointed by the Norwegian Parliament, which is responsible for selecting and presenting the laureates. As the world awaits … Read more
ISLAMABAD: The Federal Public Service Commission (FPSC) has released the details of available posts for candidates appearing in the Central Superior Services (CSS) Examination 2024. According to a press note issued by the FPSC, a total of 364 positions have been allocated across various federal departments and divisions, including 247 new vacancies and 117 carryover … Read more
QUETTA: Senior gynecologist Professor Dr Ayesha Siddiqa, hailing from Quetta, has been elected as a Trustee of the International Federation of Gynecology and Obstetrics (FIGO) — becoming the first Pakistani woman to hold this distinguished global position. Dr. Ayesha was also recently conferred the FIGO Women’s Award 2025 in recognition of her remarkable contributions and … Read more
ISLAMABAD:Speaker of the National Assembly Sardar Ayaz Sadiq announced that the digitisation process has been initiated to establish an e-Parliament, aimed at modernising the legislative system. Speaking at the start of the National Assembly session, the Speaker said the digitisation work had almost been completed in the Secretariat, while the system would soon be extended … Read more
Russian President Vladimir Putin publicly acknowledged on Thursday that Russian air defenses were responsible for the downing of an Azerbaijani jetliner in December 2024, resulting in the deaths of 38 people. Putin explained that two missiles fired by Russian forces to target a Ukrainian drone narrowly missed their intended target, exploding just 10 meters from … Read more
Casablanca witnessed a historic night as Mohamed Salah’s two goals propelled Egypt to a decisive 3-0 victory over Djibouti, ensuring the Pharaohs’ place in the 2026 FIFA World Cup. This marks Egypt’s fifth qualification in the tournament’s history. The win in Casablanca puts Egypt five points clear at the top of Group A in the … Read more
KARACHI: A tragic incident occurred at the University of Karachi when a female student was run over by a university point bus on campus. According to initial reports, the student was disembarking from the university bus near the Dr. Mehmood Hussain Library when the accident took place. As she got off, the bus reportedly reversed … Read more
Several powerful explosions were reported in Kabul late Thursday night, shaking parts of the capital and prompting concern among residents. Eyewitnesses described hearing at least two loud blasts followed by the sound of aircraft overhead. While the exact cause of the explosions remains unclear, unconfirmed reports suggest the possibility of an airstrike. Taliban government spokesman … Read more
KARACHI: Inspector General of Sindh Police Ghulam Nabi Memon has announced that the e-challan system for traffic violations in Karachi will be fully resumed from October 27. According to the IG, the Safe City Programme and the traffic police are jointly working on the technical setup and coordination for the relaunch. He explained that the … Read more
In a groundbreaking move blending sports and technology, the International Cricket Council (ICC) has introduced AI-driven pitch analysis during the ICC Women’s Cricket World Cup. The innovation was showcased ahead of the tournament’s tenth match in Visakhapatnam, where former Indian captain Mithali Raj used Google’s Gemini tool to deliver the pitch report. The demonstration marked … Read more
Qatar confirmed that fighting in Gaza will cease first, with humanitarian aid to follow immediately after. “The priority is to stop the bloodshed,” a senior Qatari official said. Hamas leadership, speaking from undisclosed locations, acknowledged that Israeli forces will withdraw from Gaza in stages as part of the broader agreement. This phased withdrawal is expected … Read more
Pakistani actress Rabya Kulsoom recently spoke candidly about trust and fidelity in relationships, stating that no one can stop another person from being unfaithful if they are determined to cheat. The actress shared her thoughts during a podcast appearance alongside her husband, Rehan Kazim, offering rare insights into their personal life and marriage of ten … Read more
South Africa defeated India by three wickets in a thrilling ICC Women’s World Cup match held in Visakhapatnam. Chasing a target of 252 runs, the South African women’s team completed the victory with seven balls to spare, led by a match-winning unbeaten 84-run innings from Nadine de Klerk. De Klerk, coming in under mounting pressure, … Read more
