Pakistan COVID-19 infection toll reaches 277,402

Coronavirus

With more 1114 new coronavirus infections reported in the past 24 hours, the nationwide tally of the cases rises to 277,402. According to the latest figures released by the National Command and Operation Center (NCOC), 32 deaths were also reported due to the virus in the last 24 hours. The nationwide tally of fatalities has … Read more

President confirms Pakistan witnessing decline in COVID-19 cases

Arif Alvi

President Dr Arif Alvi has said that Pakistan would emerge as a stronger national after overcoming the COVID-19 pandemic. According to the details, President Dr Arif Alvi addresses a ceremony in the honour of Corona Health Workers at Aiwan-e-Sadr. Dr Arif Alvi termed frontline workers as heroes of nation who had offered COVID-19 related duties … Read more

Adding 4 cents in Price, Brent Crude trades at $44.13 a barrel

Brent crude

Brent crude on Thursday added 4 cents in price and traded at $44.13 in early hours. According to the details, U.S. West Texas Intermediate (WTI) crude futures were down one cent at $41.26 a barrel. U.S. crude inventories fell by 10.6 million barrels in the week to July 24 to 526 million barrels, compared with … Read more

Aishwarya Rai is “truly overwhelmed and forever indebted”

Aishwarya Rai recovers from Coronavirus

Bollywood diva Aishwarya Rai Bachchan has recovered from coronavirus. She thanked all her fans for their prayers.

In a recent Instagram post, she said that she was ‘truly overwhelmed and forever indebted’ by the love and prayers her fans have given to her.

Prayers, Concern, Wishes and Love for my darling Angel Aaradhya and for Pa, Ab …and me.”

“TRULY OVERWHELMED and forever indebted…GOD BLESS YOU ALL.”

“ALL MY LOVE ALWAYS and Prayers for the well-being of you ALL and all yours… Truly, Deeply and Heartfelt… Be Well and Be Safe GOD BLESS. LOVE YOU All too.”

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45 million people in West Africa face food insecurity

45 million people in West Africa face food insecurity

Drought in 13 West African countries has left about 45 million people food insecurity. According to reports, the Southern African Development Community (SADC) said that the number of malnourished people has increased by 10% compared to last year. They said that normal weather has had its effects, economic pressures and poverty have increased, while COVID-19 … Read more

How to celebrate this Eid Al Adha in the safest way?

Eid-ul-Adha is celebrated all over the Muslim world as a remembrance of the willingness of Prophet Abraham to sacrifice everything for Allah. Eid al-Adha falls in the Islamic calendar on the 10th Day of Dhu al-Hijjah, the twelfth and final month. The date may vary between countries, as the exact day is dependent on lunar … Read more

COVID-19 pandemic is ‘one big wave’, says WHO

On Tuesday, the World Health Organization warned against complacency regarding the new transmission of coronavirus in the summer of the northern hemisphere, saying that this virus did not act like influenza, which used to follow seasonal patterns. During a virtual briefing in Geneva, Margaret Harris urged caution in implementing measures to slow transmission that is … Read more

Government extends business hours of Maweshi Mandi ahead of Eid ul Adha

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Provincial government of Sindh has extended business timings of cattle markets set up in Karachi for Eid Ul Adha. The Sindh government has followed the decision taken in yesterday National Command and Operation Center (NCOC) meeting for extension in timings of the Maweshi mandis of the province. As per the notification, the cattle market will … Read more

Pet cat tests positive for coronavirus in UK

Pet cat tests positive for coronavirus in UK

A pet cat has tested positive for coronavirus in the UK as it showed some symptoms. Experts say that it is the first confirmed case of Covid-19 in an animal in the UK. fortunately, it does not mean the infection can be transmitted to people by their pets. It was thought that the pet cat … Read more

‘Football Manager of the year award Goes to’

Klopp says his Liverpool reign is 'far from over'

Jurgen Klopp of football club Liverpool has been named as the Manager of year after ending a 30 year wait win of his side in the premier league. Media reports said; Klopp led Liverpool to the Premier League title in the same season they were FIFA Club World champions. The award for Jurgen Klopp was … Read more

UEFA not satisfied on holding Greek Cup Final On August 30

UEFA

The Union of European Football Associations (UEFA) has expressed discontent at the Greek football federation’s decision to hold its national Cup final on August 30. According to the details, the Champions League final scheduled for August 23 in Lisbon, and UEFA offical and former coach, Herbert Huebel believes the date for the Greek Cup final is … Read more

‘Imran Khan has no personal agenda’

Punjab

Punjab Governor Chaudhry Muhammad Sarwar has said that the government is strengthening the institutions free from political interference. Punjab Governor Chaudhry Muhammad Sarwar while talking to media in Lahore said that Prime Minister Imran Khan has no personal agenda, only development and prosperity of the country is his mission. “For the first time in the … Read more

Lockdown Imposed in Punjab till August 5

Punjab Lockdown

The government of Punjab has imposed a ‘smart lockdown’ in the province, effective till August 5, in an effort to curb the spread of the coronavirus during Eid ul Azha. According to the details, this step comes as Punjab reported zero deaths for the first time in two months. According to a notification issued by … Read more

Brent Crude gains 35 cents to $43.76 a barrel

Brent crude

On the second day of the business week, brent crude gained 35 cents to $43.76 a barrel, while U.S. West Texas Intermediate (WTI) crude futures advanced 27 cents, or 0.7%, to $41.87 a barrel. According to the details, weakening dollar made oil cheaper for global buyers. Brent crude futures climbed 35 cents, or 0.8%, to … Read more

Sindh government further eases the lockdown

Business centers should remain open till 11 pm: Karachi Sindh Tajir Ittehad

The lockdown and business restrictions imposed by the Sindh government on the coronavirus are being phased out. According to details, the Sindh government is easing the lockdown across the province in view of which the working hours for keeping business centers open have been increased. [embedpost id=”50366″ slug=”sindh-police-confirms-2997-coronavirus-infections”] The government has also issued a notification … Read more

Pakistan is one of the few countries that has overcome Coronavirus: PM

Pakistan is one of the few countries that has overcome Coronavirus: PM

Prime Minister Imran Khan has said that Pakistan is one of the few countries which has overcome the Coronavirus pandemic. According to the details, Prime Minister Imran Khan while addressing the nation said that by the grace of Allah, the number of cases of Coronavirus in Pakistan has come down drastically. PM Imran Khan said … Read more

Coronavirus: Vietnam reports four new cases after months

Coronavirus: Vietnam reports four new cases after months

Vietnam has closed the city of Da Nang for tourists as new locally transmitted cases of coronavirus were reported. Tourists are not allowed to enter the city for 14 days and extra flights are being laid on to fly out up to 80,000 visitors. Globally, there are 16,424,841 confirmed infections out of which 652,343 have … Read more

Prime Minister Imran Khan to address today

Tiger Force Day to be celebrated on August 9

Prime Minister Imran Khan will address the nation today. He will brief the nation about current coronavirus situation in the country. According to the details, Imran Khan is also expected to address the situation on Eid in light of the coronavirus situation and the general situation in the country. The premier will take advice from experts … Read more