Pensioner takes on housing giant over its leasehold 'con' when he bought £328k home

Terry Dodd, 70, claims he was 'conned' into buying a £327,750 four-bedroom detached home by Morris Homes because its sales team failed to reveal it was a leasehold property, rather than a freehold.

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Motorists hit by £120 fines if caught throwing cigarette butt or apple core in anti-litter scheme

From April, Maidstone Borough Council in Kent will employ the use of LitterCam technology to seek out drivers who dispose of any rubbish, including cigarette butts and apple cores.

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Baroness sues her lawyer after claiming she was 'tricked' into signing over £2m fortune

Aristocrat Baroness Jacqueline van Zuylen is suing her former lawyer Rodney Whiston-Dew after claiming she was tricked into signing over her £2 million fortune. She claims she was 'easily taken in.'

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Huge crack opens up as enormous iceberg the size of Bedfordshire breaks off Antarctic ice shelf

A large iceberg measuring 1,270 square kilometres has broken off from the Brunt Ice Shelf in the Antarctic in a process called 'calving', the British Antarctic Survey (BAS) said.

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Stunning drone footage shows the force of the WWII bomb detonated in the middle of Exeter

Residents from properties surrounding the site in Exeter where a WWII bomb was detonated have been told they may not be able to return home by Sunday evening.

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Johnny Briggs is dead at 85: Coronation Street star who played Mike Baldwin for 30 years dies

Coronation Street star Johnny Briggs who played Mike Baldwin for 30 years has died aged 85 at his home this morning after a long illness, his family has revealed.

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Gold Rate In Pakistan Today, 1st March 2021

Gold Rate in Pakistan today on 1 March 2021 is being sold for Rs. 91200 per 10 grams, and the price of Gold is Rs. 106400 per tola in Pakistan today. Gold Rate In Pakistan Today Karachi is the main hub of the gold market, in Pakistan, Karachi is leading for the gold price, every […]

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Prepared for both open and secret ballot: PDM

PPP Chairman Bilawal Bhutto-Zardari said on Sunday that the opposition’s 10-party alliance, Pakistan Democratic Movement (PDM), is prepared for both open and secret balloting in the upcoming Senate polls. “We hope that the SC’s opinion will be in accordance with the law and the constitution,” Bilawal said while speaking to media in Islamabad along with […]

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No nation can achieve progress without knowing its history: PM

Prime Minister Imran Khan Sunday said as the country has enormous potential of tourism with diversity of mountains, coastlines, historic and cultural sites as well as religious places, the government would develop Pakistan’s first-ever ‘tourist map’ to attract local and foreign tourists. “When compared with Turkey and Malaysia, which earn $40 billion and $20 billion […]

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It’s Imran versus the rest at the Senate poll

It’s that time of the electoral cycle again – the Senate election – when the unfortunate tradition of wheeling and dealing and also greasing of palms is at its peak in the race for seats in the Upper House of Parliament, but this time the Senate poll is effectively a contest between the politics of […]

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Chaudhrys of Gujrat ‘give the could shoulder’ to Asif Zardari

The Pakistan Muslim League-Quaid (PML-Q) led by Chaudhrys of Gujrat has refused to play in the hands of former president and Co-Chairman of Pakistan People’s Party (PPP) Asif Ali Zardari and turned down a proposal to initiate a move to make Pervaiz Elahi the chief minister of Punjab with the backing of Pakistan Democratic Movement […]

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MQM-P stays away from luncheon hosted by PTI

The Muttahida Qaumi Movement-Pakistan (MQM-P) on Sunday excused from attending a luncheon arranged by Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) to discuss the upcoming Senate polls. Political manoeuvring is on the rise for the March 3 elections and after the PPP, PTI has also become active in Karachi. The PTI sprang into action due to the possibility of […]

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No change in POL prices for next fortnight

Prime Minister Imran Khan Sunday rejected a summary moved by the Oil and Gas Regulatory Authority (OGRA) to increase petroleum prices for the next fortnight, saying the people must be given a relief. According to the information released by the PM House, the OGRA had proposed an increase of Rs 6.22 in the price of […]

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Arrival of ‘sticky bombs’ in IIOJK sets off alarm bells

Security forces in Indian Illegally Occupied Jammu and Kashmir are alarmed by the recent arrival in the disputed region of small, magnetic bombs that have wreaked havoc in Afghanistan. ‘Sticky bombs’, which can be attached to vehicles and detonated remotely, have been seized during raids in recent months in the occupied territory, three senior security […]

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On Doha agreement’s first anniversary Taliban press for troops’ withdrawal

On the first anniversary of the landmark Doha agreement, the Taliban on Sunday called for withdrawal of all foreign forces “within the specified date”. The Taliban and the United States signed what the Taliban called as a “historic deal” in the presence of international observers along with the foreign ministers and representatives of several countries […]

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Business community backbone of the country: NAB chief

National Accountability Bureau (NAB) Chairman Justice (r) Javed Iqbal has said that the business community is the backbone of the country which is playing an important role in the development and prosperity of country. “Prosperous business community guarantees prosperous Pakistan. NAB has referred business community matters related to sales tax, income tax and under invoicing […]

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Gunmen kill Islamic cleric, his son, student in Pakistan

A trio of gunmen shot and killed a religious cleric, his teenage son and a student on the outskirts of Pakistan’s capital Islamabad, police said, amid a rise in militant attacks. Police officer Shahzad Khan said the killing took place in the Bhara Kahu neighborhood when Mufti Ikramur Rehman was heading toward his car with […]

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Sindh opposes Centre’s decision to resume 5-day regular classes

The Sindh government on Sunday opposed the decision of the federal government allowing schools to resume 5-day regular classes from March 1, saying the announcement has created confusion among the students. Speaking to the media, Sindh Education Minister Saeed Ghani said as per the decision by the provincial government, “Schools will allow 50 percent attendance […]

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Minor girl killed after ‘rape’ in Attock

A eight-year-old girl, who went missing from an engagement ceremony, on Saturday night was killed after alleged rape in Attock, said police on Sunday. According to police, the body was recovered near Chach Interchange in Attock. The minor was allegedly raped and later strangulated to death. The police said that the girl named Fatima, went […]

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Hafeez to win Senate election: Rashid

Minister for Interior Sheikh Rashid Ahmed on Sunday said Pakistan would come out of the grey list of the Financial Action Task Force (FATF) as it has complied with almost all points in the global watchdog’s action plan. Addressing a press conference here, the minister said Pakistan has complied with 24 out of 27 points […]

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Opposition again exposed by nominating Yusuf Raza Gilani as joint candidate: Murad

Federal Minister for Communications and Postal Services Murad Saeed Sunday said the opposition was once again exposed by opposing open ballot for Senate elections and nominating Yusuf Raza Gilani as a joint candidate from on Islamabad seat. Addressing a press conference here at PID, he said the opposition opposed open ballot as it wanted continuation […]

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ECP taking decisions freely without political interference: Fawad

Fawad-Chaudhry-750x369Minister for Science and Technology Fawad Chaudhry has said the Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP) is an independent institution which is taking decisions without any political interference. Talking to a private news channel, the minister said that Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) is the most popular political party among the people as they are showing full confidence […]

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AGP tests positive for Covid ahead of SC verdict on open ballot

Attorney General of Pakistan (AGP) Khalid Jawed Khan tested positive for the novel coronavirus on Sunday. The AGP tested positive a day before the apex court is scheduled to announce its opinion regarding presidential reference to hold the Senate elections on open ballot without a constitutional amendment. The Supreme Court (SC) on Thursday concluded its […]

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Harry Styles's girlfriend Olivia Wilde forms a 'bubble' with her actor ex Jason Sudeikis

For Harry Styles's girlfriend Olivia Wilde and her actor ex Jason Sudeikis, this has become have temporarily moved in together so they could both spend time with their children.

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TALK OF THE TOWN: Agency battles to 'save Lottie Moss from herself'

TALK OF THE TOWN: Storm Management seems to be fighting a desperate campaign to stop Lottie Moss, the younger sister of their most famous signing, from ruining her career.

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UFC — the biggest gym chain established in Pakistan

There is no dearth of talent in Pakistan. Be it wrestling, body-building, martial arts, judo karate or weight lifting, Pakistani youngsters have proven themselves in every field, and at a global level. It’s incredible how Pakistan’s athletes have remained successful in sports despite the turbulent socio-political circumstances of the country coupled with a lack of […]

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Lady Gaga breaks her silence on stolen French bulldogs and ‘hero’ dog walker

Lady Gaga is asking for help after two of her dogs were kidnapped by an armed robber. On Friday, Feb. 26, the singer took to social media to ask her millions of followers for help in finding her pets. She shared multiple pictures of the French bulldogs, writing, “My beloved dogs Koji and Gustav were […]

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Emma Watson’s fans are freaking out over rumours she’s retiring from acting

Has Emma Watson said goodbye to acting for good? That’s what some fans think after a report from The Daily Mail claimed that the Harry Potter alum’s agent stated her career is “dormant,” and her publicist confirmed she is “not taking on new commitments.” According to a source for The Daily Mail, Emma is spending […]

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Azfar Rehman explains why he said ‘women can harass too’

Actor Azfar Rehman has clarified that he wasn’t referring to sexual harassment when he talked about being harassed by his women colleagues in an interview last week. “Our social media platforms must understand and educate people that harassment is not always sexual harassment,” Azfar said on Thursday. “These are two totally different things.” Azfar was […]

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Gold Rate In Pakistan Today, 28th February 2021

Gold Rate in Pakistan today on 28 February 2021 is being sold for Rs. 95400 per 10 grams, and the price of Gold is Rs. 111200 per tola in Pakistan today. Gold Rate In Pakistan Today Karachi is the main hub of the gold market, in Pakistan, Karachi is leading for the gold price, every […]

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Ajay Devgn starts shooting for ‘Gangubai Kathiawadi’

Bollywood actor Ajay Devgn, who is speculated to play a significant role in Alia Bhatt-starrer ‘Gangubai Kathiawadi’, has joined the shoot from Saturday. The recent teaser launch Sanjay Leela Bhansali’s powerful big-screen character of Gangubai, portrayed by Alia Bhatt, has created massive buzz and much anticipation for the film. After much speculation, it is confirmed […]

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Atif Aslam releases new single ‘Raat’

Singer Atif Aslam has released his highly anticipated single Raat. “Wait no more!” Atif said on Thursday. “Dropping the glimpse of the most awaited track Raat.” In a second teaser posted an hour before this announcement, Atif can be seen with actor Mansha Pasha. “Any guesses what the song is about?” he wrote. “Be on […]

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Mahira shares why she attends Aurat March every year

Actor Mahira Khan attends Aurat March every year because she believes that it will make an impact. “When I go to the Aurat March, I want to tell people that this is also what I believe in,” said Mahira on Mira Sethi’s talk show Hello! on Wednesday. “It doesn’t help much, but it has an […]

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Surjeet Singh Rathore making his Bollywood debut with ‘Dabangai’

Every year Bollywood is deluged by talented new actors. But 2020 was an unusual year and many actors’ dream of their much-awaited Bollywood debuts remained unfulfilled. Now, with things slowly getting back on track and films slated for release on the big screen, many young, up-and-coming talents are set to be introduced in Tinseltown. Here […]

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Billie Eilish shares rare look into her dating life after introducing fans to Q

Billie Eilish is ready to share a rare glimpse into her personal life. In the new documentary Billie Eilish: The World’s a Little Blurry, the Grammy winner offered a closer look into her life as one of music’s biggest stars. Along the way, fans were introduced to her then-boyfriend named Brandon Quention Adams. Often referred […]

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Ayesha Omar to launch her beauty line on Women’s Day

Ayesha Omar couldn’t have chosen a better date to launch her first beauty line. “[I have] been working on something very close to my heart,” Ayesha said on Wednesday. “Can’t wait to share it with you.” She has named her brand Ayesha.O.Beauty, which will be launched on March 8, Women’s Day. It is an organic […]

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Remembering Sardar Malik

Sardar Malik was a popular music composer of Bollywood in 1950s and 1960s. He was born on 13th of January 1925 in Kapurthala. He came to Bollywood in the 1940s and gave music for over six hundred songs till his demise on January 28, 2006 at the age of 81. As a young lover of […]

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The Verdict — a haunting tale of love, hate and of the consequences of human ego

Osman Haneef first published his debut novel through Readomania in India earlier this year, and the book was then taken on by Reverie Publishing, a relatively new yet exceptionally necessary platform for new Pakistani writers. Osman has studied Creative Writing at several prestigious intuitions such as Yale, Oxford and Stanford, and he is currently based […]

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Getting to know Pakistani history better

The Punjab under Imperialism 1885-1947 Imran Ali This comprehensive survey of British rule in the Punjab demonstrates that colonial policy-making led to many of the socio-economic and political problems currently plaguing Pakistan and Indian Punjab. Subordinating development goals to its political and military imperatives, the colonial state co-operated with the dominant social classes, the members […]

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Emporio Armani nods to 1980s in fall line at Milan Fashion Week

Giorgio Armani is taking fashionistas back to the 1980s with his fall Emporio Armani line nodding to the era’s bright colours in his latest creations a Milan Fashion Week. The veteran designer, affectionately called “King Giorgio” in his native Italy, presented plenty of hot pink and purple creations, high-waisted trousers and chunky jewellery in the […]

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Pakistan, Saudi Arabia to further promote cooperation in tax field

Ambassador of Saudi Arabia in Pakistan, Nawaf Saeed Al-Malikey here on Saturday had a call on meeting with Chairman Federal Board of Revenue (FBR), Muhammad Javed Ghani during which matters of mutual concern pertaining to cooperation on customs and tax were discussed. According to press statement issued by the board, it was agreed in the […]

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Govt encouraging indigenous production of mobile phones

Minister for Information Technology and Telecommunication Syed Amin ul Haque has said that the government is encouraging the cellular companies to manufacture and assemble mobile phones in the country aimed at bringing down the increased prices of cell phones. “We want that our people can buy a good quality mobile phone from Rs 8,000 to […]

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PIA announces discounted fares for domestic flights

Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) has announced discounted fares for domestic flights after the arrival of the spring season to promote tourism and travel facilities. The national carrier unveiled discounted fares for flights to Karachi, Islamabad and Lahore. The passengers have been offered reduced fares to travel through PIA while carrying 20-kilogram luggage at the price […]

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IRSA releases 89,100 cusecs of water from rim stations

Indus River System Authority (IRSA) on Saturday released 89,100 cusecs water from various rim stations with inflow of 47,300 cusecs. According to the data released by IRSA, water level in the Indus River at Tarbela Dam was 1412.10 feet, which was 20.10 feet higher than its dead level 1386 feet. Water inflow and outflow in […]

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Pakistan earns US$224m from export of travel services in H1

Pakistan earned US $224.120 million by providing different travel services in various countries during the first half of the current financial year 2020-21. This shows a decline of 18.54 percent as compared to US $275.114 million same services were provided during the corresponding period of the fiscal year 2019-20, the Pakistan Bureau of Statistics (PBS) […]

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Trade deficit can be restrained via ‘import deletion’ under PPP

The Pakistan Association of Automotive Parts and Accessories Manufacturers (PAAPAM) has asked the government to give the export industry status to the local vending industry, which is fully capable of bridging the huge gap of ever-rising trade deficit not only through enhancing exports but also controlling unbridled imports through ‘import deletion’ of industrial replacement parts. […]

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PM lays foundation stone of first-ever Central Business District in Lahore

Prime Minister Imran Khan on Friday laid the foundation-stone of the country’s first-ever Central Business District in Lahore, a commercial hub aimed at ensuring ease-of-doing-business. The concept will plan activities in accordance with the market requirements and as per the unique dynamics of each district. Addressing at the foundation-laying ceremony, the Prime Minister said the […]

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Investors jumping the gun as TIPS, futures flag early Fed tightening

Some investors may be getting ahead of themselves as they price in a move by the Federal Reserve to pivot away from an ultra-easy monetary policy sooner than most expected just weeks ago. Two key market indicators – rising yields on U.S. Treasury Inflation-Protected Securities (TIPS) and eurodollar futures – are suggesting a tightening of […]

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Asia markets tumble as rate hike fears take hold

Equity markets suffered another sell-off Friday on fears that an expected strong global economic recovery this year will fan inflation and force central banks to hike interest rates, despite reassurances that ultra-loose monetary policies will be kept in place for as long as needed. The rollout of vaccines, slowing of infections and Joe Biden’s impending […]

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Haleeb Foods partners with Bank of Punjab for financial assistance to its dairy farmers

Haleeb Foods Limited (HFL) the pioneer dairy processing company in Pakistan and Bank of Punjab (BOP) have entered into a far reaching collaboration to deliver easily accessible financing to dairy farmers associated with HFL. This initiative will enable the dairy farmers to avail affordable financing from BOP, on soft terms and lowest markup rates. Such […]

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Hamza in command in 20th Sindh Amateur Golf Championship

KARACHI: The competitive proceedings of the 20th Sindh Amateur Golf Championship went into a spirited start at the Karachi Golf Club Golf Course here on Friday. And at the conclusion of the first round of this three rounds championship for amateurs, Hamza Shikoh of the host club played a steady first round of gross 71 […]

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Double-World Cup winner Yusuf announces retirement from all cricket

NEW DELHI: Yusuf Pathan, the big-hitting all-rounder who was part of the Indian teams that won the 2007 World T20 as well as the 2011 World Cup, has announced his retirement from all forms of the game. “The time has come today for me to put a full stop to this innings of my life,” […]

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PCB to mark childhood and breast cancer awareness days in PSL 6

KARACHI: The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) will use the platform of Pakistan Super League to create awareness about childhood and breast cancer as part of its corporate social responsibility. The National Stadium Karachi will turn golden on February 27 to commemorate the Golden Ribbon Day and the four teams featuring in double-header – Islamabad United, […]

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Knives out for Australia’s Finch after New Zealand loss

SYDNEY: Critics led by former great Mark Waugh have questioned Aaron Finch’s ability to captain Australia at the Twenty20 World Cup after another failure during their New Zealand tour. World number two Australia slumped to a 2-0 deficit after the second T20 against the Black Caps in Dunedin on Thursday, leaving them on the brink […]

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Riiber sprints to claim Nordic combined gold for Norway

OBERSTDORF: A late sprint on the final bend earned Norway’s Jarl Magnus Riiber the gold medal in the Nordic combined event as he edged out Ilkka Herola of Finland by four tenths of a second at the FIS Ski World Championships on Friday. Japan’s Ryota Yamamoto recorded the longest ski jump of the competition to […]

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Manchester City chase quadruple as Manchester United aim to spoil Tuchel’s record

LONDON: Manchester City have set their sights on a clean sweep of the four major trophies as the runaway Premier League leaders prepare to host high-flying West Ham this weekend. To have any chance of putting City under pressure, second-placed Manchester United must end Thomas Tuchel’s unbeaten start as Chelsea boss. A look at some […]

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Bencic sets up final against Swiatek with epic win over Gauff

ADELAIDE: Second seed Belinda Bencic battled for almost three hours before seeing off 16-year-old American Coco Gauff in three sets Friday to reach the final of the Adelaide International. Bencic set up a final showdown against Poland’s French Open champion Iga Swiatek with her 7-6 (7/2), 6-7 (4/7), 6-2 win. Fifth seeded Swiatek had a […]

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AC Milan vs Manchester United lights up Europa League last 16 draw

LONDON: Seven-time European champions AC Milan have been drawn to play Manchester United in what is the standout tie in next month’s Europa League round of 16. Ajax Amsterdam, the four-time European champions, will take on Swiss club Young Boys, while Arsenal face Greek side Olympiakos and Tottenham Hotspur, the third English club to reach […]

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Former USA Olympics coach dies by suicide after sex charges

NEW YORK: Former U.S. Olympic gymnastics coach John Geddert, who had ties to disgraced team doctor Larry Nassar and was charged earlier on Thursday with human trafficking and sexual assault, has since died by suicide, authorities said. According to court documents filed in Eaton County, Geddert was charged with 20 counts of human trafficking, one […]

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USA has not made ‘final decision’ on participating in Olympics in China

WASHINGTON: The White House has not made a final decision on whether the United States will take part in the 2022 Winter Olympics in China, President Joe Biden’s spokeswoman said on Thursday, even as some Republicans call for a boycott. Republicans who have called either for a boycott or for the Olympics to be moved […]

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Blacklisting by FATF no longer a possibility

Pakistan has completely avoided blacklisting by the Financial Action Task Force (FATF) and will come out of grey list in coming June, as it has made significant progress on the historically toughest action plan in a very challenging time amid Covid-19 pandemic, Federal Minister for Industries Hammad Azhar said on Friday. Hammad Azhar, who led […]

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Pakistan to save $3bn in 10 years from LNG deal with Qatar: PM

Prime Minister Imran Khan on Friday revealed that Pakistan has signed a deal related to the supply of the Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG) which will help save the nation $300 million annually. Speaking at the ground breaking ceremony of the Central Business District ceremony in Lahore, the prime minister said that his government had been […]

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US calls for ‘direct dialogue’ between India and Pakistan on Kashmir issue

The United Nations and the United States welcomed Thursday’s joint statement of India and Pakistan to strictly observe all agreements on ceasefire along the Line of Control in the disputed Kashmir region, saying it was a ‘positive step’ towards peace and stability in South Asia. Soon after India and Pakistan announced their decision to stop […]

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Security forces kill most-wanted TTP militant in South Waziristan

The security forces on Friday killed a Tehrik-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) militant, who was involved in the murder of more than 50 security personnel since 2007. According to a statement issued by the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR), security forces carried out an intelligence-based operation (IBO) on a terrorist hideout in Sharmangi, Tiarza area of South Waziristan […]

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Govt given till April 2 to amend social media rules

The Islamabad High Court (IHC) on Friday gave the government till April 2 to amend the previously introduced social media rules, a private TV channel reported. The high court also directed Attorney General for Pakistan (AGP) Khalid Javed Khan to submit a report on the date. “A verdict on the petitions challenging the policy will […]

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Challenging ECP decision proves govt ‘stole’ Daska polls: Maryam

Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) Vice President Maryam Nawaz Sharif on Friday said that by challenging the Election Commission of Pakistan’s (ECP) order of re-polling in NA-75 Sialkot-IV constituency, the federal government has proven that it has ‘stolen’ the public mandate in the recently held by-election there. The statement comes a day after the PTI-led government […]

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SC stops govt from demolishing lawyer’s chambers in Islamabad

A three-member bench of the Supreme Court (SC) on Friday stopped the authorities from demolishing the chambers of lawyers in Islamabad. A three-member bench headed by Chief Justice Gulzar Ahmed heard the petition against demolition of lawyers’ chambers in Islamabad. The top court accepted the appeal of the Islamabad Bar Council for hearing and asked […]

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Breaking through mistrust juggernaut

Pakistan Afghanistan conversation continues to improve with each passing day. Special Representative for Pakistan, Ambassador Umar Daudzai’s latest visit to Islamabad marked another big step forward in the bilateral relations. While appreciative of his hosts’ contribution to the Doha Process, Daudzai came with two messages; nudge Taliban into a “meaningful dialogue” , and force them […]

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At pivotal moment in Afghanistan war, Biden weighs a dilemma

America’s longest war is approaching a crossroads. President Joe Biden’s choices in Afghanistan boil down to this: withdraw all troops by May, as promised by his predecessor, and risk a resurgence of extremist dangers, or stay and possibly prolong the war in hopes of compelling the Taliban to make peace with a weak and fractured […]

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'They gave me breasts I don't have': Rosamund Pike hits out at body airbrushing

Gone Girl actress Rosamund Pike, 42, warned that 'body-tuning' in photographs is causing people to lose their 'grip' on what their bodies really look like.

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Coronavirus outbreak in Gary Glitter's Dorset prison causes infection rate to rocket

HMP The Verne, on the Isle of Portland in Dorset, has recorded more than 120 coronavirus cases in a recent outbreak among a maximum capacity of 580 prisoners - Glitter was vaccinated this month.

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Gold Rate In Pakistan Today, 26th February 2021

Gold Rate in Pakistan today on 26 February 2021 is being sold for Rs. 95400 per 10 grams, and the price of Gold is Rs. 111200 per tola in Pakistan today. Gold Rate In Pakistan Today Karachi is the main hub of the gold market, in Pakistan, Karachi is leading for the gold price, every […]

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ECP declares NA-75 polling null and void

The Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP) on Thursday declared by-polls held in the NA-75 Sialkot-IV constituency null and void, and issued an order for re-polling in the entire constituency on March 18. According to a press release issued by the commission, the Punjab chief secretary and inspector general of police have been summoned on March […]

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FATF keeps Pakistan on ‘grey list’

The global money laundering watchdog on Thursday said it would keep Pakistan on its terrorism financing ‘grey list’. In an online press briefing from Paris, Financial Action Task Force (FATF) President Marcus Pleyer said Islamabad has made progress but is yet to complete its action plan to overcome deficiencies in its combating of money laundering […]

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SC reserves opinion on presidential reference regarding Senate elections

The Supreme Court on Thursday reserved its decision on the presidential reference seeking opinion on holding Senate elections through open ballot as all respondents concluded their arguments. A five-member larger bench headed by Chief Justice Gulzar Ahmed and comprising Justice Mushir Alam, Justice Umar Ata Bandial, Justice Ijaz ul Ahsan and Justice Yahya Afridi heard […]

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Pakistan, India agree to observe all agreements, ceasefire along LoC

Pakistan and India have agreed to the strict observance of all agreements, understandings and ceasefire along the Line of Control (LoC) and all other sectors, with effect from Wednesday midnight. “In the interest of achieving mutually beneficial and sustainable peace along the borders, the two Directors General of Military Operations (DGMOs) agreed to address each […]

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PM urges ‘haven’ countries to return $7 tn stolen assets

Calling for reforms in international financial institutions dealing with illicit transactions, Prime Minister Imran Khan has asked the “haven” countries to immediately and unconditionally return all foreign assets that are shown to be stolen or whose “legitimacy” cannot be explained. The Prime Minister said this while addressing the virtual launch event of the Final Report […]

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PDM turns political field upside down in Senate polls: Bilawal

Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) Chairman Bilawal Bhutto Zardari said on Thursday that the Pakistan Democratic Movement’s (PDM) decision to support each other’s candidates in Senate polls has turned the political field upside down. The PPP leader observed this during a press conference held along with Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) Vice President Maryam Nawaz, following a […]

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Govt announces to challenge ECP’s Daska re-polling order

The ruling PTI has decided to appeal the Election Commission of Pakistan’s order for fresh elections in the NA-75 Sialkot-IV constituency. In a tweet following the verdict by the Commission, Chief Minister Punjab’s aide on information Firdous Ashiq Awan said that the party has certain reservations about the Election Commission’s decision regarding the Daska by-polls. […]

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Senate elections: all candidates from Punjab elected unopposed

The Election Commission Punjab on Thursday announced that all candidates for the Senate election from Punjab have been elected unopposed. All candidates on the technocrat and general seats from Punjab have been elected unopposed, said the election commission. The candidates were elected after all challengers withdrew their nomination papers. Today was the last day for […]

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Over 100,000 vaccinated as Covid-19 claims 64 more lives

More than 100,000 health workers have been vaccinated against the coronavirus across the country, said Dr Nausheen Hamid, Parliamentary Secretary on Health Services, on Thursday. Talking to a private television, Dr Nausheen Hamid said that health professionals who are at the forefront of the country’s fight against the deadly disease are being administered the vaccine […]

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Army supports PM’s decisions for country: Fawad

Federal Minister for Science and Technology Fawad Chaudhry on Thursday said that Prime Minister Imran Khan has ‘changed the fate of Pakistan within two years’. Speaking with foreign journalists, the minister said that the opposition calling PM Imran Khan ‘incompetent’ and a ‘puppet of the army’ are ‘frivolous arguments’. “It is common for all Opposition […]

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Fuel price adjustment: NEPRA suggests Rs0.89 per unit hike in power tariff

The National Electric Power Regulatory Authority (NEPRA) on Thursday proposed 89 paisas per unit increase in the electricity tariff in the context of January’s fuel price adjustment. NEPRA Vice-Chairperson Saifullah Chatha presided over a hearing of a plea filed by the Central Power Purchasing Agency (CPPA) on February 19 requesting an increase of Rs0.92 in […]

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Schools to resume 5-day classes from Monday: Shafqat

Minister for Federal Education and Professional Training Shafqat Mehmood has announced that all the schools would resume regular 5-day classes from Monday (March 1). In a series of tweets on Thursday, the education minister said that all schools will go back to regular 5-day classes from Monday. “Restrictions imposed in some major cities on schools […]

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In boost for Covid-19 battle, Pfizer vaccine found 94% effective in real world

The first big real-world study of the Pfizer/BioNTech vaccine to be independently reviewed shows the shot is highly effective at preventing Covid-19, in a potentially landmark moment for countries desperate to end lockdowns and reopen economies. Up until now, most data on the efficacy of Covid-19 vaccines has come under controlled conditions in clinical trials, […]

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Families claim bodies of inmates as Ecuador prison riot toll climbs

The body count from simultaneous riots at four prisons in Ecuador rose to 79 Wednesday as family members arrived to claim the remains of loved ones killed in hours of full-out gang warfare that left inmates decapitated and burnt. The extent of the violence, described as an “unprecedented massacre” by Ecuador’s human rights ombudsman, exposed […]

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Amid Covid-19 pandemic, flu has disappeared in the US

February is usually the peak of flu season, with doctors’ offices and hospitals packed with suffering patients. But not this year. Flu has virtually disappeared from the US, with reports coming in at far lower levels than anything seen in decades. Experts say that measures put in place to fend off the coronavirus – mask […]

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Indonesia hunts for missing after mine collapse kills three

Indonesian rescuers hunted for survivors Thursday after an illegal gold mine collapsed killing at least three people, with more believed to be buried under the rubble, officials said. A landslide Wednesday evening buried the remote site on Sulawesi island’s Parigi Moutong district, where at least three female workers died while some 15 survivors were pulled […]

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Concordia Colleges Annual Debates Competition 2021

Under the supervision of Concordia Colleges, Annual Debates Competition was held at E-Library Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore on Tuesday, 23rd February 2021. Students and teachers from all over the Punjab Campuses participated. This competition was organised to not only build confidence in students but to enhance their skills. Beaconhouse Group Director Mr. Ali Raza graced this […]

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Strict Vigilance Against Devilish Designs of India

Ever since creation of Pakistan following partition of the sub-continent, political leadership of India somehow has not reconciled with the new independent state. Right from the first Prime Minister Pandit Jawahir Lal Nehru down to incumbent Prime Minister of India and mass killer of Gujerat Narendra Modi all have been harbouring hostilities and enmities towards […]

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Contempt of court petition filed against Sanjrani

A contempt of court petition has been filed against Chairman Senate Sadiq Sanjrani and others including the Capital Development Authority chairman for violating an order of a civil court in a property case. Petitioner Muhammad Irshad in his petition to the civil court has taken the plea that one-member court had passed an interim injunction […]

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A new normal: from terrorism to tourism

History witnessed how a never-ending war was imposed on Pakistan. This war was different from the rest of the world. This war was not merely a normal war, It was a war in which the enemy was attacking us from the eastern and western borders. At the same time, our Economy, Diplomacy, Politics, Ideology, Unity […]

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Liverpool handed fitness boost as Diogo Jota returns to training

London: Liverpool received a much-needed boost with the return to full training of Diogo Jota for the first time since December. And the Portugal international’s re-integration with the full squad after 11 weeks out with a knee problem was watched by defender Virgil Van Dijk, who was seen doing an individual outdoor session for the […]

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Neil Lennon resigns as Celtic manager after traumatic second stint in charge

london: Neil Lennon has resigned as Celtic manager, the Scottish Premiership club have announced. Lennon, who returned to the club for a second stint in charge after Brendan Rodgers left to take over at Leicester in February 2019, has been under pressure all season but had previously maintained he would not quit. The reigning champions […]

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Gold Rate In Pakistan Today, 25th February 2021

Gold Rate in Pakistan today on 25 February 2021 is being sold for Rs. 95400 per 10 grams, and the price of Gold is Rs. 111200 per tola in Pakistan today. Gold Rate In Pakistan Today Karachi is the main hub of the gold market, in Pakistan, Karachi is leading for the gold price, every […]

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Parliament to decide mode of voting in Senate poll: SC

Chief Justice Gulzar Ahmed on Wednesday said that the parliament is the forum which has to decide the method of voting for Senate elections, including the degree of secrecy to be allowed. A five-member larger bench headed by Chief Justice Gulzar Ahmed and comprising Justice Mushir Alam, Justice Umar Ata Bandial, Justice Ijaz ul Ahsan […]

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Money laundering case: LHC grants Hamza Shehbaz bail after 20 months

The Lahore High Court (LHC) on Wednesday granted bail to Leader of Opposition in Punjab Assembly and PML-N leader Hamza Shehbaz in a money laundering case. A two-member bench of the LHC comprising Justice Sardar Muhammad Sarfraz Dogar and Justice Asjad Javed Ghural heard the bail plea of Hamza in the money laundering case. The […]

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Will PTI be able to knock out opposition in Senate election?

The run-up to Senate elections is never without its fair share of hearsay, rumors, uncertainty and controversies. However, this time around the situation is far more intricate compared with the previous polls due to the onslaught of opposition parties under the umbrella of Pakistan Democratic Movement (PDM) as well as the wrangling within the ruling […]

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India funding terrorists to create unrest in Pakistan, says DG ISPR

Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) Director General Major General Babar Iftikhar on Wednesday said terrorists in Pakistan operate with the assistance of groups in Afghanistan, adding that India is involved in supplying arms, money, and new technology to the terrorists to create unrest in Pakistan and disturb regional stability. “We have evidence that India is not […]

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Maryam accuses ‘agencies’ of having role in ‘rigging’ in Daska by-poll

PML-N Vice-President Maryam Nawaz claimed on Wednesday that agencies falling under Prime Minister Imran Khan are involved in alleged rigging in NA-75 by-election. Addressing media in Lahore, Maryam said the PML-N has submitted a petition to the Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP), demanding a re-election in the entire NA-75 constituency instead of 20 polling stations. […]

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Opp giving govt a ‘tough time’ even with fewer votes: Bilawal

PPP Chairman Bilawal Bhutto Zardari on Wednesday claimed that the government is being shown a ‘tough time’ by the opposition even with their fewer numbers, ahead of the Senate polls scheduled for March 3. “We know we are descending down on the battlefield with fewer votes. We know it seems our numbers are low. But […]

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PML-N and PTI candidates from Punjab win seats unopposed

Two more candidates have won the women’s seats in Punjab for the Senate elections unopposed. According to the Election Commission sources, Sadia Abbasi of PML-N and Dr Zarqa of PTI have won the women’s seats. Reports said that PML-N’s candidate Saira Afzal Tarar withdrew her nomination papers for the Senate polls after which there was […]

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NAB chairman orders due respect to accused during investigations

The National Accountability Bureau Chairman Justice (r) Javed Iqbal immediately after taking the responsibilities introduced self-accountability system in NAB. Under self-accountability system, major penalty of removal from service was imposed on 11 officers from job from October 11 to December 31, 2020. While 44 officers/officials were awarded minor penalities. NAB issued warning to 52 officers/officials […]

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Pakistani injured in border firing by Iranian officials on smugglers

At least one Pakistani was wounded after Iranian forces opened fire on smugglers on Monday in an area on the border of Iran and Pakistan’s southwestern Balochistan province, a Pakistani official said on Wednesday. Deputy Commissioner of Panjgur, Abdul Razzaq Saloli said that no Pakistani has died and only one person from Kharan was injured […]

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Pakistan faces an unexpected dilemma: too much electricity

A fter suffering decades of electricity shortages that left families and businesses in the dark, Pakistan finds itself with a new problem: more electrical generating capacity than it needs. Large-scale construction of new power plants – largely coal-fired ones funded by China – has dramatically boosted the country’s energy capacity. “It’s true. We are producing […]

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Hypocrisy thy name is PDM, says Shibli

Minister for Information and Broadcasting Senator Shibli Faraz said on Wednesday that Pakistan Democratic Movement (PDM) was the other name of hypocrisy and duplicity. In a tweet, the minister said that on one hand the opposition parties are making hue and cry over what they call rigging while on the other hand they are opposing […]

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PM to talk to public again on Sunday

Prime Minister Imran Khan is going to interact with the Pakistani public over the telephone once again this coming Sunday. This follows the prime minister’s earlier interaction with the public on February 1, when he answered questions of people who called in. During his first speech after becoming prime minister, PM Imran Khan promised he […]

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Buzdar directs to ensure financial discipline, curtail expenditures

Chief Minister Punjab Sardar Usman Buzdar has directed for taking every possible step to ensure financial discipline and adopting out-of-box solutions to curtail recurring expenditures. The chief minister said this while chairing a meeting on Wednesday to review progress on the development projects in the province. The meeting was informed that tax collection ratio has […]

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Pakistan, Afghanistan to hold talks on peace process in Islamabad

Afghan President’s Special Envoy for Pakistan Mohammad Umer Daudzai arrived in Islamabad on Wednesday for talks with Pakistan on the peace process, officials and diplomats said. Daudzai will represent his country in talks of a Pakistan and Afghanistan committee on the peace process that has been formed following the visit to Afghanistan by Pakistani Prime […]

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Pakistan’s social media rules acting as safeguard against hybrid warfare

Pakistan has come a long way in setting standards for social media platforms by putting in place a set of rules aimed at protecting users from abuse, fake news, blasphemous content and hate speech. The new online content rules 2020 are aimed at safeguarding the country from an unprecedented onslaught of Hybrid Warfare due to […]

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PRCS, NH&MP sign road safety initiative MoU

Pakistan Red Crescent Society (PRCS) and National Highways and Motorway Police (NH&MP) on Tuesday signed an MoU to launch a road safety initiative to help reduce deaths and injuries on the motorway. Federal Minister for Communications Murad Saeed was chief guest on the occasion. PRCS Chairman Abrar ul Haq, Federal Secretary Ministry of Communications Zafar […]

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NAB committed to logical conclusion of mega corruption cases: chairman

Justice (r) Javed Iqbal, Chairman NAB, chaired a meeting to review performance of Regional Bureaus of NAB at NAB Headquarters. During the meeting, it was informed that cases are vigorously pursued by NAB investigation officers and prosecutors in the courts. During the meeting, it was informed that Accountability Court Karachi has announced judgment in reference […]

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India exploited Covid-19 to change IIOJK’s demography, says Mazari

Federal Minister for Human Rights, Dr Shireen Mazari on Wednesday said that India has exploited the Covid-19 pandemic to accelerate the pace of its colonization project in Indian Illegally Occupied Jammu & Kashmir (IIOJK). “India consolidated its illegal and unilateral actions of 5th August 2019 before the world,” she said. The minister said that global […]

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Afridi urges youth to become voice of unheard Kashmiris

Chairman Parliamentary Committee on Kashmir Shehryar Khan Afridi on Wednesday urged the youth of the country become a voice of the unheard people of Indian Illegally Occupied Jammu and Kashmir (IIOJK) whose voices were being suppressed through black laws for decades. Addressing the participants of a seminar held here at Lahore College for Women University […]

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Protection of life and property of citizens top priority: IGP

Inspector General of Police Punjab Inam Ghani has said that protection of life and property of citizens as well as timely redressal of problems faced by them is among the top priorities of Punjab Police. He said no effort should be spared to solve the problems of the citizens by ensuring timely action on all […]

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Man pleads guilty to murder of Malta anti-corruption journalist

One of three men accused of the 2017 car bomb murder of Maltese anti-corruption journalist Daphne Caruana Galizia pleaded guilty to the killing on Tuesday. Vince Muscat changed his plea from not guilty during pre-trial compilation of evidence. He has been under arrest since December 2017 when, together with another two men, he was accused […]

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Tiger Woods has surgery on 'multiple leg injuries' after car crash

The 45-year-old golfer was driving alone near Rancho Palos Verdes when his Genesis GV80 flipped over at 7.12am. Firefighters had to use a halligan tool to break open the car and free him.

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Secondary pupils and all children leaving primary school will be offered summer lessons

Summer lessons will be offered to children leaving primary school and all secondary pupils as part of a £700million catch-up package designed to reverse the impact of Covid on education.

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Greek island holidays as early as MAY?

Greece is looking into whether it can give an early green light to British tourists who have received the vaccine.

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Leather jug made from the hide of Oliver Cromwell's war horse is expected to fetch £6,000

The family has now decided to sell the huge tankard at auction with Dukes Auctioneers of Dorchester, Dorset, and it has been given a pre-sale estimate of £6,000.

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Owners of Dorset beauty spot urge government to teach 'culturally diverse' tourists how to behave

The Lulworth Estate, which owns Durdle Door, has complained that huge crowds on Britain's coasts during the easing of the first lockdown left behind an unprecedented trail of destruction.

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Boy, 10, is forced to quarantine after flying in to Edinburgh alone to see his father

Antonio Caraballo from Marchmont, Edinburgh, was forced to check into the DoubleTree by Hilton hotel in his home city to quarantine with his son Sami, who travelled alone from Finland, on Saturday.

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Teenager missed out on £178m EuroMillions jackpot when ALL of her numbers were out by ONE digit

Tayla Octave, 19, from south east London, bought a lucky dip ticket for last Friday's mega EuroMillions draw but could not believe her bad luck at missing every single winning number by just one digit.

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Gamblers lose £614m in a MONTH as campaigners warn the industry is 'cashing in' on Covid pandemic

The loss was £71million greater than in October, before families were forced to stay at home by lockdown. Figures showed a record 2.1million played online slots and casino games in December.

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UK government WON'T share number of Covid cases in quarantine hotels

Health Secretary Matt Hancock today claimed that the UK's border measures 'are working' at keeping out coronavirus cases but his department will not publish the data to prove it.

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Staycation rip-off! Prices for UK holidays this summer ROCKET by up to 100%

South West Tourism Alliance chair Alistair Handyside raised concerns as Sykes Cottages was accused of taking advantage of families fleeing lockdown.

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Rishi Sunak 'will extend stamp duty holiday until the end of JUNE'

Last July the Chancellor exempted most buyers from the levy if they completed their transactions before March 31, 2021 - saving people up to £15,000.

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Boris Johnson says 'the dog stays' amid rumours he is losing patience with the feisty Jack Russell

He is alleged to have found himself in the doghouse, but on a visit to a secondary school in Wales Boris Johnson insisted he would not be getting rid of his pet Dilyn.

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Number of foreign nationals who overstay visas in Britain DOUBLES in five years, new report claims

The number of foreign nationals overstaying their visas in Britain has nearly doubled in five years, a report said yesterday.

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Rape victims could be given their own lawyers under new plan

The Victims Commissioner for England and Wales has called for a Victims' Law to ensure women have 'a lawyer on their side' when they report their attacks.

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David Cameron and Tony Blair want new law to ban 'glorifying terrorism'

Glorifying terrorism should be outlawed to tackle extremists, a report backed by two ex-prime ministers warns today.

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Woman in 30s who gave birth last month after contracting Covid should be allowed to die, judge rules

Mr Justice Hayden ruled that doctors can lawfully stop providing life-support treatment to the mother-of-two who has an underlying health condition and is in an induced coma weeks after giving birth.

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Boy, 16, is fighting for his life after being stabbed in south London

A 16-year-old boy is fighting for his life after being stabbed in Brixon, south London earlier this evening. The victim has been rushed to a south London hospital in a critical condition.

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MP Jonathan Gullis is SNUBBED as he tries to address chamber via Zoom without donning a suit

Conservative Jonathan Gullis was snubbed by Deputy Speaker Dame Eleanor Laing today, who said he must adhere to the House of Commons dress code even when appearing in the chamber via zoom.

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French actor Gerard Depardieu charged with 2018 rape and sex assault

French actor Gerard Depardieu has been charged with rape and sexual assault allegedly committed in 2018 against an actress in her 20s.

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Will Iran release Nazanin Zaghari-Ratcliffe next month?

Nazanin Zaghari-Ratcliffe with her daughter Gabriella, has been detained in Iran since 2016 when she was arrested at the airport on suspicion of spying.

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Judge's 'VIP paedophile ring' case sensation

In a dramatic intervention, former chief magistrate of England and Wales, Howard Riddle, says there are 'reasonable grounds to suspect a criminal offence' has been committed.

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Staffordshire OAP's attacker had strong desire to kill, court hears

Moses Christensen (right), now 22 - who had previously admitted a desire to go on a 'killing spree' - attacked Richard Hall (left), 70, on Brown Clee Hill in Shropshire last August.

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BBC weatherman Owain Wyn Evans 'hid his sexuality for first TV job'

Owain Wyn Evans, 36, from Ammanford, South Wales, said he didn't feel 'comfortable' being himself after getting a job as a children's presenter for BBC Wales at age 18.

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Chingford peacock which roamed grounds of school is killed by foxes

Kevin the peacock became a symbol of hope for children during the dark days of the second wave of coronavirus when he appeared in the grounds of Yardley Primary School in Chingford, east London.

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Terrifying moment jealous Brazilian wife shoots dead younger woman sitting next to husband in bar

Video footage shows Dayane Rafaella de Silva Rodrigues storming into the bar and firing shots at her husband and five friends, including Djaiane Batista Barro who was killed instantly in Brazil.

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Foreign investment drops 12pc for January YoY

The Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) numbers have jumped down 12 percent for the month of January when compared with the corresponding month of the year 2020 and remained $193 million. The financial year 2020’s January claimed $220 in FDIs. On the other hand, the first seven months of FY21 could pull only US$ 1,145 million […]

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Probe into NA-75 polling record completes

The Election Commissioner Punjab Ghulam Israr Khan completed the inquiry into the record of NA-75 Daska by-polls on Monday. Chief Election Commissioner Sikandar Sultan Raja withheld the results and ordered the inquiry after the polling staff reached late. The Punjab chapter of the ECP was directed to investigate the votes’ record of 20 polling stations. […]

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COAS, Qatari envoy discuss Afghan peace process

Special Envoy of the Minister of Foreign Affairs of Qatar Dr Mutlaq Bin Majed Al Qahtani called on Chief of Army Staff (COAS) General Qamar Javed Bajwa on Monday at the General Headquarters in Rawalpindi to discuss the Afghan peace process. According to the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR), matters of mutual interest, regional security situation, […]

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Hamza received Rs 181m through 23 ‘suspicious’ transactions: NAB

Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) leader and Opposition Leader in Punjab Assembly, Hamza Shahbaz received more than Rs181 million through 23 “suspicious transactions”, revealed a National Accountability Bureau (NAB) report on Monday. It said that he could not account for these transactions nor could he present any evidence in this regard. The report further disclosed that […]

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Judicial remand of four lawyers extended in IHC attack case

An anti-terrorism court (ATC) on Monday extended judicial remand of four arrested lawyers in the Islamabad High Court (IHC) attack case until Feb 24. Four accused of the attack were produced before the ATC for hearing of the case. Earlier, the counsel of Liaquat Manzoor Kamboh, Mohammad Umar and Asadullah, sought more time from the […]

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Pakistan develops electronic voting machine

As part of the government’s efforts to make the next general elections more transparent, the Ministry of Science and Technology has developed an electronic voting machine. Briefing about the machine in Islamabad, Federal Minister for Science and Technology Fawad Chaudhary said the machine comprises two parts; one representing election symbols while the other part will […]

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Pakistan to host UN’s World Environment Day 2021, says PM’s aide Malik Amin

Prime Minister’s Special Assistant on Climate Change Malik Amin Aslam announced on Monday that Pakistan host globally celebrated the World Environment Day 2021 this year in partnership with the UN Environment Programme (UNEP), according to a press statement issued here on Monday. Pakistan has been selected as a host country for hosting the world environment […]

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Four RO water filtration plants inaugurated in Lyari

Sindh Information and Local Government Minister Syed Nasir Hussain Shah has inaugurated four reverse osmosis (RO) plants in Lyari. Syed Nasir Hussain Shah said at the inauguration ceremony that initially these RO plants would be used to supply 200,000 gallons clean drinking water daily to the residents of Lyari. The chief of Karachi Water & […]

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Malik calls for inter-faith harmony and utility among all faiths

A delegation of Christian theologians and activists headed by Fr. James Channan, O.P. calls on Senator A. Rehman Malik former Interior Minister and PPP senior leader at his residence on Monday and discussed the minority affairs in Pakistan. The delegation condoled with him on the death of his sister and prayed for the departed soul. […]

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Naval chief seeks PMSA’s active role to develop blue economy

Chief of the Naval Staff, Admiral Muhammad Amjad Khan Niazi has stressed that Pakistan Maritime Security Agency (PMSA) has to play an active role in government’s initiatives related to development of blue economy. The naval chief said this during his visit to Pakistan Maritime Security Agency headquarters, said a statement issued on Monday. Interacting with […]

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New Zealand marks 10 years since Christchurch earthquake

New Zealand on Monday marked 10 years since an earthquake struck its South Island city of Christchurch, killing 185 people, injuring thousands and leaving a trail of destruction. At 12:51 p.m. on Feb. 22, 2011, the 6.3 magnitude earthquake struck close to Christchurch city at a depth of 5 km. Although not as strong as […]

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IAEA strikes deal with Iran to cushion coming blow of slashed access

The U.N. nuclear watchdog said on Sunday it had struck a deal with Iran to cushion the blow of steps Tehran plans to take this week that include ending snap inspections, with both sides agreeing to keep “necessary” monitoring for up to three months. The announcement by International Atomic Energy Agency chief Rafael Grossi, made […]

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In the closet, under the mattress: pandemic partygoers hide from Madrid police

Partygoers hid under mattresses and in a cupboard at a packed house in Madrid in an attempt to avoid police at one of 227 illegal parties raided in the city over the weekend for breaches of COVID-19 restrictions. Police video showed the hiding revellers, who were arrested. Another raid took place a bar which was […]

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Gas companies taking steps to bring down UFG ratio gradually

The two-state companies, Sui Northern Gas Pipelines Limited (SNGPL) and Sui Southern Gas Company (SSGC), have collectively detected theft of around 6431.84 MMCF (Million Cubic Feet) gas amounting to Rs 5.62 billion during the last three years. According to official data available with APP as of September-2020, the SNGPL identified the theft of 5,518 MMCF […]

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The Menace of COVID-19

Dreading to wake up extremely early in the morning to proceed carrying out the daily algorithm of leaving the comfort of our houses to travel all the way up to a place where we were to spend the half of our day, spending hours with our friends playing football or cricket or going for a […]

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NAB constitutes CIT to conduct impartial probe into sugar scam

A high level meeting of National Accountability Bureau (NAB) was held at NAB Headquarters which was presided over by Justice (r) Javed Iqbal, Chairman NAB. Deputy Chairman NAB, Prosecutor General NAB, DG Operations, DG NAB Rawalpindi and senior officers attended by meeting. The meeting was apprised that a Combined Investigation Team (CIT) comprising experienced officers […]

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SadaPay partners with IDEMIA to revolutionize and expand digital payment services in Pakistan

With IDEMIA’s Global Fintech Accelerator Card Program, the Pakistan-based fintech firm can now effectively scale-up its operations and offer a superior payment experience, powered by state of the art technology. As the world goes digital, payment cards are arguably the last physical touch-point between the bank and its customers. SadaPay’s approach to financial services is […]

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Zafar Masud inaugurates Economy Housing Scheme in Eminabad

Zafar Masud (President & CEO) inaugurated an Economy Housing Scheme – Garden Squares in Eminabad today. BOP has taken lead in financing such projects of public value and this is first of its kind private sector collaboration for providing state-of-the art housing to low-income segment through financing. Inaugurating the project, Zafar Masud (President& CEO-The Bank […]

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Gold Rate In Pakistan Today, 23rd February 2021

Gold Rate in Pakistan today on 23 February 2021 is being sold for Rs. 95400 per 10 grams, and the price of Gold is Rs. 111200 per tola in Pakistan today. Gold Rate In Pakistan Today Karachi is the main hub of the gold market, in Pakistan, Karachi is leading for the gold price, every […]

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Two boys charged with kidnapping after car was stolen from owner's driveway with sons inside

Two boys, 15, have been charged with stealing a car and kidnap as the owner's sons, aged two and four, were still inside. West Midlands Police detained suspects 15 minutes after the alarm was raised.

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Oxford students are told it's not enough to be non-racist but that they must be actively anti-racist

Oxford undergraduates at an event called It's About Race have been told that not being racist 'isn't good enough'. Critics have claimed such similar training does not work.

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Five people feared to have died after eating contaminated chicken imported from Poland

The Food Standards Agency (FSA) has issued a warning over the consumption of two products from SFC chicken and Vestey Foods' Chick Inn nuggets.

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Police dug up our garden, but they won't find our son - because we didn't kill him

Charles and Doris Clark are furious about their flowerbeds, among other things. The plants in them, so lovingly tended by 81-year-old Doris, were, she says, 'pulled up and just plonked back in willy-nilly'.

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More than 250 old coal tips in Wales classed as 'high-risk' amid fears of another Aberfan disaster

More than 250 old coal tips in South Wales could pose a danger to life with fears of an Aberfan-style disaster. An emergency summit has been called by the Welsh government.

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NHS carer's remote island home means she faces what could be Britain's toughest commute

NHS carer Vanessa Rochester, 32, and her family are the sole occupants of an otherwise uninhabited Scottish island cut off from the mainland by a raging tidal channel.

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'Carrie Symonds acting like Boris Johnson's chief of staff': Prime Minister faces calls for inquiry

Carrie Symonds is 'undermining democracy' according to former colleague. He worries UK policy is being influenced by the Prime Minister's lover.

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Mother who stole daughter's boyfriend pictured at their love nest a week after betrayal was revealed

Georgina Aldridge, 44, ran off with the father to her grandchildren Ryan Shelton, 29, two days after her daughter gave birth to his son. The pair are now staying 30 miles away at Georgina's sister's home.

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Scientists slam China's 'implausibly' slow investigation of Covid-19

A to-be-published World Health Organisation report will recommend contact tracing Wuhan's 'patient zero' as well as wet market's supply chain to search for the origins of Covid-19 in China.

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Save our army! Four top generals band together to demand Boris Johnson calls a halt to troop cuts

Four generals have issued an unprecedented plea to Boris Johnson to withdraw plans to axe 10,000 soldiers from the Army.

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Toddler was left at risk from 'cannibal' father by bungling social workers

Incompetent social workers exposed a little girl to danger from her murderous father with cannibal fantasies, a High Court judge has revealed.

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Crowds flock to parks and beauty spots on hottest day of the year so far as temperatures hit 60F

Crowds of people broke lockdown rules and flocked to tourist spots across the UK yesterday as they enjoyed sunning themselves during the hottest day of 2021 so far as temperatures hit 60F.

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Gold Rate In Pakistan Today, 22nd February 2021

Gold Rate in Pakistan today on 22 February 2021 is being sold for Rs. 95400 per 10 grams, and the price of Gold is Rs. 111200 per tola in Pakistan today. Gold Rate In Pakistan Today Karachi is the main hub of the gold market, in Pakistan, Karachi is leading for the gold price, every […]

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FATF meeting amid results season may keep PSX range-bound this week

The Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) may witness range-bound sessions during the next week as the Financial Action Task Force (FATF) will review Pakistan’s progress on the Action Plan from February 22 to February 25. According to analysts, FATF’s review of Pakistan’s progress on the Action Plan will be a key event for the market this […]

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PIA to enhance flight operation, cargo business in GB

The Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) will enhance the flight operation and cargo business in Gilgit Baltistan (GB) for promoting tourism and other sectors of the economy. PIA Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Air Marshal (retd) Arshad Malik on Sunday agreed to enhance the flight operation and increase the facilities for the business community and people of […]

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FBR says smuggled goods worth Rs35bn seized in 7 months

The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) seized smuggled goods worth Rs35 billion during the first seven months of the current fiscal year (July-January 2020-21). According to a press statement issued on Sunday, this shows an increase of 59 percent when compared to the corresponding period (Jul 2019-Jan 2020) of the last financial year during which […]

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Uplift packages for all districts of Punjab being formulated: CM

Terming the composite development of every city of Punjab as his mission, Chief Minister Sardar Usman Buzdar has said that development packages are being formulated for all the districts of the province. In a statement on Sunday, Usman Buzdar said that the incumbent government is determined for the development of the districts. He said that […]

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Swati terms railways’ role vital in development of economy

Minister for Railways Azam Khan Swati has said that Pakistan Railways has an important role in the development of the country’s economy. Addressing a ceremony on Sunday, he said the government is committed to the development of railways. He said, “We are also determined to purge corruption from the railways.” He said railways also play […]

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FBR to review strategy to combat fake invoices today

Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) Chairman Muhammad Javed Ghani will chair an important meeting in Karachi today (Monday) on the issue of fake invoices and how to handle it. The meeting is set to review performance of tax offices regarding action taken against fake and flying invoices which caused huge monetary losses to the exchequer […]

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UK fintechs seek ‘cure for Brexit’ in Lithuania

Thanks in part to Brexit, Lithuania is becoming a fintech hub as a growing number of UK-linked digital financial companies are getting licences there so they can continue to operate in the European Union. The Baltic eurozone state with a population about a third the size of London is now leading the EU in fintech […]

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Privacy faces risks in tech-infused post-Covid workplace

People returning to work following the long pandemic will find an array of tech-infused gadgetry to improve workplace safety but which could pose risks for long-term personal and medical privacy. Temperature checks, distance monitors, digital “passports,” wellness surveys and robotic cleaning and disinfection systems are being deployed in many workplaces seeking to reopen. Tech giants […]

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Swiss spooked by using debt to prop up economy

Germany, which is known for strict budgets, has tapped debt markets to prop up its virus-hit economy, while neighbouring Switzerland has consistently curbed borrowing despite calls to change course. With Swiss firms struggling through another lockdown, the federal government last week finally loosened its purse strings a bit, doubling emergency aid to 10 billion Swiss […]

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Sudan floats currency, part of measures to overhaul economy

Sudan took the unprecedented but expected step of floating its currency Sunday, meeting a major demand by international financial institutions to help transitional authorities overhaul the battered economy. The flotation is the boldest economic measure taken by the joint military-civilian government that has ruled the African country after a popular uprising. The revolt led to […]

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‘Wall of Glory’ unveiled at LCCI

The Lahore Chamber of Commerce & Industry on Saturday paid tribute to its former office-bearers in a unique way by establishing “Wall of Glory” having their names on it. Former LCCI Presidents Mian Misbah-ur-Rehman, Sheikh Muhammad Asif, Shahid Hassan Sheikh, Muhammad Ali Mian, Mian Muzaffar Ali, Farooq Iftikhar, Sohail Lashari, Ijaz A. Mumtaz, Tahir Javed […]

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CPEC projects bring more than electricity to Pakistan

CPEC projects not only bring electricity to us, but also train professionals, and contribute to the well-being of local people for Pakistan, said Muhammad Muneeb, a senior official of Sahiwal Coal-fired Power Station, who awarded the Outstanding Pakistani Employee of CPEC Project by the Chinese Embassy, according to a report published by Gwadar Pro on […]

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Capacity expansion in remittances to push long-term growth momentum

Federation of Pakistan Chambers of Commerce and Industry’s ruling group Chairman Mian Anjum Nisar has expressed the hope that the capacity expansion in industrial sector along with remittances’ growth will push a long-term growth momentum at fast velocity. He said that Pakistan’s current export potential is standing at around $26 billion while monthly exports can […]

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Future of Petrobras refinery sales in doubt, three source close to bidders say

The future of state-run oil company Petrobras’s refinery sales is in doubt after the Brazilian government moved to replace Chief Executive Roberto Castello Branco, three people close to the bidders said on Friday. The potential for a mass resignation of the company’s management raises questions about whether momentum toward asset sales strongly pushed by Castello […]

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Morris Garages denies invoicing reports

Morris Garages (MG) officials in Pakistan state that the rumours relating to under invoicing are absolutely false and baseless and are nothing but a panic response to the tremendous success of the introduction of British automobile brand – “MG” in Pakistan. The officials further states that MG JW Automobile (Pvt) Ltd (MG Pakistan) is a […]

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Airlines plan to ask passengers for contact-tracing details

The US airline industry is pledging to expand the practice of asking passengers on flights to the United States for information that public health officials could use for contact tracing during the pandemic. An industry trade group said Friday that the carriers would turn over the information to the US Centers for Disease Control and […]

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Bitcoin, ether hit fresh highs

Bitcoin hit a fresh high in Asian trading on Saturday, extending a two-month rally that saw its market capitalisation cross $1 trillion a day earlier. The world’s most popular cryptocurrency rose to an record $56,620, taking its weekly gain to 18%. It has surged more than 92% this year. Bitcoin’s gains have been fuelled by […]

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UK insurers estimate to pay up to 2.5 bln pounds for coronavirus claims

The Association of British Insurers (ABI) said on Saturday insurers are likely to pay up to 2.5 billion pounds ($3.50 billion) for UK’s COVID-19 insurance claims incurred in 2020. The latest estimates include 2 billion pounds for COVID-19 business interruption claims and 500 million pounds for COVID-19 related protection insurance claims, travel insurance claims and […]

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Covid-19 aftermath: Over 100m to switch jobs within 10 years

Over 100 million workers across the world’s top economies will have to change occupations by 2030, disruption due to Covid-19 pandemic having accelerated current shifts in labour markets, consultant firm McKinsey & Company reports. The multinational corporate consulting firm has raised its previous forecast on how many workers may need to change jobs in the […]

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UN chief for investing in green economy, hails US return to Paris agreement

The official return of the United States to the Paris Agreement on Climate Change represents good news for the country and the world, UN Secretary-General António Guterres said on Friday during a virtual event to mark the occasion. The US, under the Trump administration, withdrew from the landmark treaty to curb global warming but President […]

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Poetry in motion — Wordsworth and Coleridge frequently walked this lyrical stretch

There’s no denying the thrill of turning our backs on Minehead. Slightly faded English seaside towns have their charms, it’s true. But it’s what lies westwards that draws us back time and again to the Exmoor Coast: some of the wildest and most majestic landscapes in Britain. We head out past the old harbour and […]

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University of Portsmouth graduate gets fashion brand featured at London Fashion Week

Hena Begum, a University of Portsmouth graduate was one of six to feature in the event’s Digital Designer Profile, highlighting upcoming talents for fashion designers to keep an eye on. Hena’s brand, Modestly, creates ‘unique and experimental’ womenswear, influenced by her experience being a Bengal Muslim woman in the UK. The collection combines feminine tailoring […]

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Alexander Wang faces further allegations of misconduct

In January, model and graphic designer Owen Mooney said he was groped by fashion designer Alexander Wang in a New York City nightclub in 2017. And now, further allegations of misconduct have been made against the designer. This time, it is fashion stylist and activist David Casavant making claims against Wang and his company. Casavant […]

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Defending champions Karachi off to flying start, thrash Quetta by seven wickets

Lahore Qalandars vs Peshawar Zalmi at 2:00 pm Islamabad United vs Multan Sultans at 7:00 pm   KARACHI: Defending champions Karachi Kings thrashed Quetta Gladiators by seven wickets in the opening match of the Pakistan Super League (PSL) VI at National Stadium here on Saturday night. Chasing a modest target of 122, Karachi raced home […]

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PSL VI commences with vibrant and colourful opening ceremony

KARACHI: The sixth edition of the Pakistan Super League (PSL) kicked off in here on Saturday with a vibrant, colourful and star-studded opening ceremony. Pakistan Cricket Board Chairman Ehsan Mani kicked things off by welcoming international players to the country. “We welcome you to Pakistan and know that you will take back very fond memories […]

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Tuchel’s in-form Chelsea held to 1-1 draw at Southampton

SOUTHAMPTON: Chelsea were held to a 1-1 draw away to struggling Southampton in the Premier League on Saturday after Takumi Minamino scored for the hosts with their only attack of the first half and Mason Mount levelled with a penalty after the break. Chelsea remain in fourth place, a point ahead of West Ham United, […]

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Peshawar Zalmi skipper Wahab and coach Sammy in quarantine after breaching biosecure protocols

KARACHI: With hours to go for the start of the sixth edition of the PSL in Karachi, Peshawar Zalmi captain Wahab Riaz and coach Daren Sammy have been forced into three-day quarantine after a breach of Covid-19 protocols. It is understood that they met a person outside the team’s biosecure bubble on Friday. A Lahore […]

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All Blacks great Dan Carter retires from professional rugby

WELLINGTON: New Zealand’s Dan Carter, who won two World Cups and is world rugby’s record points scorer, has announced his retirement from professional rugby. The fly-half, 38, won the last of his 112 All Blacks caps with a man-of-the-match display in the 2015 World Cup final win over Australia. He has since played for French […]

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Indian captain Virat Kohli says he suffered from depression

MUMBAI: Indian cricket superstar Virat Kohli has revealed that he struggled with depression and felt like the “loneliest guy in the world” after failing with the bat during a tour of England in 2014. Kohli, one of the highest-paid athletes in the world with a net worth of $26 million, also said that a chat […]

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PCB chief Mani wants T20 World Cup relocated if India refuses to give visa assurance to Pakistan

LAHORE: Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) chairman Ehsan Mani said they will push for the upcoming T20 World Cup’s “relocation” to the United Arab Emirates, if India doesn’t provide a written assurance that its team, fans and scribes will be granted visas for the event. During an interaction with reporters at the PCB headquarters in Lahore, […]

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Haseeb achieves top position in 3rd PGF Golf Tournament

LAHORE: The 3rd PGF Jinnah Development Golf Tournament was contested over three rounds at the Royal Palm Club Golf Course by second tier golf professionals of the national circuit. At the conclusion of the event, Haseeb ur Rehman of Islamabad Golf Club emerged as the outstanding one, winning a cash prize of Rs.221,000 and surfacing […]

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Naomi Osaka tops Jennifer Brady to lift Australian Open title

MELBOURNE: The trouble for Naomi Osaka at Grand Slam tournaments comes in Week 1. Get beyond that at the hard-court majors, though, and start preparing to etch her name on the trophy. Osaka won her fourth title in her past eight appearances at a Slam, emerging from what initially was a tight Australian Open final […]

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Djokovic defends Australian Open dynasty against Medvedev rampage today

MELBOURNE: A very different Australian Open comes to a familiar end on Sunday as Novak Djokovic looks to thwart another challenge to his Melbourne Park dynasty from the latest Grand Slam aspirant in Daniil Medvedev. The tournament has charted a rocky path through the Covid-19 pandemic and a snap five-day lockdown due to a local […]

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Pakistan must be a priority for US foreign-policy!

This new reality raises the important question of how the United States should think about its relationship with Pakistan. A country of more than 220 million people, Pakistan is geostrategically located at the mouth of the Persian Gulf and borders Iran, India, and China. It is critical to the stability of its neighbourhood and an […]

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When empowerment is crime!

“Unless the issue of the empowerment of women is addressed, the practice of women being unfairly treated will remain unresolved”—Kapil Sibal In addition to scientific and technological advancements, the world today has moved towards better integration of relationship between men and women because of empirically-proven data and irrefutable information for better understanding of each other’s […]

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Good liberals, bad liberals

Liberals are the favourite whipping boy of governments and their loyalists, not only in Pakistan, India and Bangladesh but in all pseudo- and quasi-democracies, autocracies and dictatorships in the world. From Europe (Belorussia, Hungary) to Southeast Asia (Myanmar, the Philippines) and from Africa (Uganda, Egypt) to Latin America (Venezuela, Brazil). But there is a paradox. […]

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PML-N in the lead in Punjab, KP by-polls

Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) candidates were leading in three of four constituencies in by-polls held on Friday. PML-N candidate Akhtiyar Wali Khan won the PK-63 (Nowshera) by-elections by securing 21,122 votes, according to unofficial and unconfirmed results. As per the unofficial results from all 102 polling stations in the constituency, Akhtiyar Wali Khan secured 21,122 […]

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Opp trying to buy PTI lawmakers after failure of PDM’s plans: PM

Prime Minister Imran Khan Friday said Pakistan will ultimately be the winner as the corrupt politicians have lost the public support. “This is a decisive moment for the nation. The masses are on one side, while these thieves and dacoits are on the other. Pakistan will emerge victorious,” Imran Khan said while addressing a ceremony […]

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SC hears PPP’s arguments on open ballot for Senate election

The Supreme Court on Friday said that the representation of a political party in Senate should be proportional to the strength of the party in the provincial assembly. A five-member larger bench headed by Chief Justice Gulzar Ahmed and comprising Justice Mushir Alam, Justice Umar Ata Bandial, Justice Ijaz ul Ahsan and Justice Yahya Afridi […]

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Andrew Neil joins the chorus of critics calling for Harry and Meghan to be stripped of royal titles

While the couple will lose a string of patronages, the Queen has no plans to remove the. Andrew Neil tweeted: 'It's hardly a huge issue but do we now need to refer to them as duke and duchess'?

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England international and Premier League star 'hooked on sleeping pills'

The report claims that the footballer's friends fear he will ruin his career if he doesn't get help with the star getting around Premier League drug tests by taking the Class C controlled pills.

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Meet the Brits who've moved the office to Barbados thanks to a 'passport to paradise' scheme

For most of us, working from home during the pandemic is a daily grind. But imagine setting up office with a view of tropical plants and the ocean - Barbados, to be precise.

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DR MICHAEL MOSLEY: My top tip for staying trim: Wear a tight belt

DR MICHAEL MOSLEY: As we all know, when it comes to achieving a healthy weight the challenge for Brits is not just losing the pounds but keeping them off.

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Stacey Solomon's new book series offers simple but ingenious tips to declutter your home

STACEY SOLOMON: What should I organise these bits into? My mind focuses only on the task in front of me, rather than anything else that might be whizzing around in my head.

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JOHN HUMPHRYS: War of the Astroturf that sums up Boris Johnson's dilemma over lockdown

JOHN HUMPHRYS: The Battle of the Astroturf will not claim a prominent place in the history books. Unlike Hastings or Trafalgar, the fate of our nation did not hang in the balance.

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The Queen at breaking point: The worst may lie ahead, writes RICHARD KAY

RICHARD KAY: Evening shadows were falling across the Long Walk at Windsor Castle when the call came through.

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President for improving trade ties with Vietnam

President Dr Arif Alvi has called for improving economic and trade relations with Vietnam. The President said this while talking to Ambassador-designate to Vietnam Samina Mehtab on Friday. The President said there are vast opportunities for Vietnamese businessmen for investment in Pakistan. He emphasised the need for more political and cultural exchanges between the two […]

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SAPM for boosting efforts to provide family planning services to people

A consultative meeting on Contraceptive Pool Procurement was held at a local hotel in Islamabad. The meeting was organized by Population Program Wing (PPW), Ministry of National Health Services, Regulations and Coordination in collaboration with USAID Global Health Supply Chain Program-Procurement and Supply Management project. The meeting was attended by representatives of provincial/regional health and […]

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Pakistan reiterates support to global fight against Covid

Pakistan participated in the virtual Workshop on “Covid-19 Management: Experience, Good Practices and Way Forward” held for SAARC member states, Mauritius, and Seychelles. In line with its policy of enhanced regional and international cooperation in dealing with the Pandemic, Pakistan was represented by the Special Assistant to the Prime Minister on Health Dr Faisal Sultan […]

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KP to introduce app to prevent harassment in varsities: Bangash

The Khyber Pakhtunkhwa government has decided to introduce a mobile app to prevent harassment in universities, while paper checking procedure will also be changed. Special Assistant to KP Chief Minister for Information and Higher Education Kamran Bangash stated this in an interview with Pakhtunkhwa Radio Swat on Friday. “We are introducing mobile apps to protect […]

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PBC felicitates Zafar, Tarar on becoming senators-elect unopposed

Pakistan Bar Council (PBC) on Friday congratulated Barrister Ali Zafer and Azim Nazir Tarar on being senators-elect unopposed on technocrat seats from Punjab. Vice chairman Khush Dil Khan and chairman executive committee of of the Pakistan Bar Council (PBC) Muhammad Faheem Wali said in a statement, “Heartiest congratulations to member of the Council Azam Nazeer […]

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EBM celebrates cricket in Gwadar with Sooper Hai Pakistan Cup

In one of the most scenic stadiums of the world, Gwadar Cricket Ground, EBM in partnership with Aaj Entertainment hosted Sooper Hai Pakistan Cup, a vibrant event with a 20 over celebrity exhibition match between Showbiz Sharks Vs Gwadar Dolphins. The idea of this celebrity match was conceived by Mr. Fakhr-e-Alam, the very popular singer, […]

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Foreign elements active to spoil Afghan peace process: FM

Foreign Minister Shah Mahmood Qureshi has said that there is a need to keep an eye on the foreign elements which are active to spoil the Afghan peace process. The foreign minister said this while talking to Head of Massoud Foundation of Afghanistan, Ahmad Wali Massoud, who called on him on Friday. The foreign minister […]

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Russia lauds Pakistan role in Afghan peace process

Russia has appreciated the positive role being played by Pakistan for Afghan peace process, said the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) on Friday. According to the ISPR, Russian Presidential Envoy for Afghanistan Ambassador Zamir Kabulov called on Chief of Army Staff (COAS) General Qamar Javed Bajwa at General Headquarters (GHQ) on Friday. Matters of mutual interest, […]

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Ambassador of Qatar calls on Chairman NAB

H.E. Sheikh Saoud Abdulrahman Al-Thani, The Ambassador of the State of Qatar to the Islamic Republic Pakistan called on Honorable Mr. Justice Javed Iqbal, Chairman National Accountability Bureau (NAB) at NAB Headquarters here today and discussed possibility of execution of Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between Qatar and Pakistan. It was agreed that the draft Memorandum […]

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Consumer court moved against SSGC over low pressure

A consumer court in Karachi adjourned the defamation case hearing against the Sui Southern Gas Company (SSGC) over lower pressure until March 4. A resident, Kamran Iqbal, filed a defamation case through his lawyer in the consumer court against the low pressure in the gas pipeline. Despite complaints, the SSGC has utterly failed to resolve […]

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Six inmates found dead, including three who were decapitated, at Paraguay prison

Prisoners at a jail in Asunción, Paraguay, led an uprising Tuesday that left six inmates dead, including three who were decapitated.

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Inside hotel quarantine: Gym worker from Brazil shares her journey from 'red list' country to UK

Maria Eugênia Oliveira, 34, filmed as she waited at the airport, arrived at the hotel lobby and even offered a tour of her room at the Radisson Blu Edwardian Hotel in Heathrow.

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Award-winning producer, 39, with cancer avoids jail for sexual assault

Chris Croucher, 39, from Haslemere, Surrey, to perform a sex act behind a woman at a Christmas party in 2019 after the victim repeatedly rejecting his explicit advances.

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‘The Couple Show’ to go on-air from Sunday

One of the most anticipated talk shows of the year presenting the loved up couple Hina Altaf and Agha Ali – ‘The Couple’s Show’ has finally gotten a release date, slated to go on-air on Aaj Entertainment, from Sunday, at 9pm. Brought by the internationally acclaimed digital network, Emax Media, the show is bringing new-age […]

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Bollywood celebs join Dananeer’s ‘pawri’

Pakistani influencer Dananeer Mobeen’s pawri has well and truly gone international with even Bollywood celebs joining in! After the Islamabad-based Instagrammer’s video went viral, many people have joined in the trend, including celebs. Indian music composer Yashraj Mukhate even remixed the video, garnering more than 10 million hits on his version! Now, the latest celebs […]

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Women are paid more than men in dramas: Amar

Actress Amar Khan said she gets confused when people say that women TV actors are paid less than men in Pakistan’s television industry. “Women are paid more in dramas,” Amar told Something Haute Wednesday, wondering if a female actor has ever admitted it. “I don’t know why people don’t share this.” Amar said that actors […]

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Court quashes suit by Gangubai Kathiawadi’s son against biopic by Sanjay Leela Bhansali

A Mumbai court today dismissed the suit filed by Babuji Shah, the alleged adopted son of Gangubai Kathiawadi, against Sanjay Leela Bhansali, his production house and lead actress Alia Bhatt. For the uninitiated, Bhansali is making a biopic based on the life of Gangubai Kathiawadi in which Alia Bhatt plays the titular role of the […]

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Karisma, Babita and Ibrahim Ali Khan visit Kareena before her delivery

Actress Kareena Kapoor Khan received a visit from sister Karisma Kapoor, mother Babita Kapoor and Saif Ali Khan’s son from first wife Amrita Singh, Ibrahim Ali Khan on Wednesday in her new Bandra house. Kareena is nine months pregnant and can be delivering her second child any time soon. Karisma Kapoor wore a plain black […]

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Dia and Vaibhav Rekhi said ‘no to Kanyadaan and Bidaai’, actress reveals why!

The newly-wed Dia Mirza and Vaibhav Rekhi had a beautiful intimate wedding at actress’s Bandra residence on February 15, 2021. The wedding had many breakthrough moments. From having a female priest to solemnise the wedding to saying’, ‘NO to Kanyadaan and Bidaai’ rituals, Dia Mirza and Vaibhav Rekhi did start the initiative to bring about […]

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Salman to join Shahrukh at Burj Khalifa for ‘Pathan’?

Superstar Salman Khan has a packed calendar this year. He has movies such as Radhe: Your Most Wanted Bhai, Kabhi Eid Kabhi Diwali and Kick 2 in the pipeline for now. And, there’s also his special appearance in Shah Rukh Khan starrer ‘Pathan’ which is making the loudest noise these days. Amid several rumours, the […]

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Jennifer Garner to reunite with Netflix for ‘Family Leave’

Actor Jennifer Garner is once again heading to Netflix, this time for a family comedy inspired by New York Times bestselling author Amy Krouse Rosenthal’s book Bedtime for Mommy. Garner, popular for films like 13 Going on 30 and Dallas Buyers Club, will both star in and produce Family Leave. According to Deadline, the story […]

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‘Bigg Boss 14’ — Rajkummar Rao, Bharti and Haarsh Limbachiyaa to meet finalists?

‘Bigg Boss 14′ is soon to get its winner with the finale on Sunday. As per reports, Bollywood actor Rajkummar Rao, comedian Bharti Singh and her husband Haarsh Limbachiyaa will enter the Bigg Boss house in the coming episodes. The Khabri, an account which reports on the show, has shared a few pictures from inside […]

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Dananeer croons ‘Tera mera rishta purana’

‘Pawri Ho Rahi Hai’ fame Dananeer Mobeen has been making headlines for some time now. The social media influencer recently took to Instagram to share her rendition of the song ‘Tera Mera Rishta’, from Emraan Hashmi’s 2007 film ‘Awarapan’. Dananeer took to Instagram to share a video of her singing one of her ‘favourite songs’. […]

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CJ reminds PPP, PML-N of their commitments under CoD

Chief Justice Gulzar Ahmad said it is unfortunate that PPP and PML-N are deviating from the Charter of Democracy (CoD), in which they agreed to end corrupt practices in the Senate election. “I can’t say whether horse trading will end or not,” he said and added that Article 59 did not mention secret voting. The […]

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ECP rejects papers of PML-N’s Rashid, PTI’s Neelam

The Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP) on Thursday rejected the nomination papers of Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) leader Pervaiz Rashid and Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) leader Neelam Irshad from Punjab. However, the nominations of former prime minister Yousuf Raza Gilani and Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf’s Faisal Vawda were accepted for the upcoming Senate elections. The Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf challenged […]

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PM Upbeat on positive economic indicators

Prime Minister Imran Khan has said the country’s economic indicators are on a positive trajectory despite many challenges including that of the Covid-19. The Prime Minister was addressing a ceremony on Thursday in connection with Roshan Digital Account crossing $500 million mark in remittances. Imran Khan said the present government has made record repayments of […]

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Bilawal claims PTI members switching over to PPP

PPP Chairman Bilawal Bhutto-Zardari claimed on Thursday that members of the ruling PTI were switching sides and coming to PPP and vowed that nobody would be allowed to compromise the Senate election. Bilawal was addressing a gathering in Karachi to celebrate Yousuf Murtaza Baloch’s victory in the PS-88 Malir by-election. He secured 24,251 votes against […]

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Ali Sadpara’s family declares him, two other missing climbers dead

The family of Pakistani mountaineer Ali Sadpara Thursday declared him and two other missing foreign climbers dead. The announcement was made by Ali Sadpara’s son, Sajid Sadpara, in Skardu. “I will keep my father’s mission alive and fulfil his dream,” he said. He also thanked Prime Minister Imran Khan, Chief of the Army Staff General […]

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Qureshi stresses collective efforts against ‘pandemic of hate’ under SDGs agenda

Foreign Minister Shah Mahmood Qureshi Thursday while drawing attention towards a “deadly pandemic of hate” called for collective efforts against extremism, systemic racial discrimination and exclusion threatening the political, legal and moral foundations of several states. “Undoubtedly, we are all confronted by another virus and a deadly pandemic of hate. We must collectively address the […]

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PM to visit Sri Lanka this month at Mahinda Rajapaksa’s invitation: FO

Foreign Office Spokesperson Zahid Hafeez Chaudhri Thursday said that Prime Minister Imran Khan was scheduled to visit Sri Lanka later this month at the invitation of his Sri Lankan counterpart Mahinda Rajapaksa. Addressing the weekly press briefing, the spokesperson said the Sri Lankan prime minister had extended an invitation to Prime Minister Imran Khan to […]

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Vaccination of elderly against Covid-19 to start in March: Faisal

Prime Minister’s Special Assistant on National Health, Dr Faisal Sultan has announced to start vaccination of senior citizens of 65 years old and above from next month against Covid-19. Talking to the media on Thursday, Dr Faisal Sultan said that people above 65 years of age would be given the AstraZeneca-Oxford vaccine that Pakistan is […]

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India bars over 1,000 Sikh Yatrees to visit Pakistan

India has barred over one thousand Sikh Yatrees to visit Pakistan through Wagah Border. According to a spokesman of Evacuee Trust Property Board, these Yatrees were scheduled to take part in their religious Saka Festival at Gurdwara Janamasthan at Nankana Sahib on Sunday, for which all arrangements have already been finalised. Meanwhile, the Sikh community […]

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IHC seeks reply from 32 lawyers in contempt case

The Islamabad High Court (IHC) on Thursday once again served contempt of court notices to 32 lawyers involved in IHC rampage and directed them to submit their written reply on the next date. The court of Justice Aamer Farooq adjourned hearing against 26 lawyers for three weeks. Islamabad High Court Bar Association (IHCBA)’s President Haseeb […]

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NAB should get ready to face people’s wrath, warns Maryam

Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) Vice President Maryam Nawaz on Wednesday warned the National Accountability to ‘get ready for people’s wrath’. “NAB is targeting PML-N leader Amir Muqam and his family. Time is not far when people will take revenge from NAB for its excesses,” she said while addressing a rally in Nowshera. “They should just […]

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13 years on, victims of Samjhauta Express tragedy mourn Indian ‘travesty of justice’

Thirteen years on, the families of victims of Samjhauta Express mourn the tragedy when 68 persons onboard Delhi-Lahore train were burnt alive including 40 Pakistani nationals on Feb 18, 2007. In the ‘travesty of justice’, the Indian court in 2019 had acquitted all culprits of the incident despite the availability of ample evidences, illustrating the […]

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PTI crusading against powerful mafia: Firdous

Special Assistant to Chief Minister on Information Dr Firdous Ashiq Awan has said that the so-called claimants of democracy took a revengeful action against PTI leader Haleem Adil Sheikh. Addressing a press conference on Wednesday, Dr Firdous said it is deplorable that a respected member of the Sindh assembly was illegally handcuffed because he has […]

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Border fencing with Tehran, Kabul nears completion: Rashid

Interior Minister Sheikh Rashid Ahmed has said that fencing of the Pakistan-Iran border would be finished by June this year, while the fencing of the Pakistani border with Afghanistan is 89 percent complete. Talking to a foreign news agency, Rashid said that fencing of the Pakistan-Iran border is 38 percent complete. “Infiltration, smuggling and many […]

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Govt notifies cut in 10-year passport fee

The federal government on Wednesday notified a cut in the fee of a 10-year passport after Interior Minister Sheikh Rasheed Ahmed announced the decision a day ago. According to a notification issued by the Director General Immigration, the fee of the 10-year passport is set at Rs 4500 for the normal procedure and Rs 7500 […]

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‘Staged visits’ cannot mislead world on genocide of Kashmiris by India: Afridi

Chairman for the Parliamentary Committee on Kashmir Shehryar Khan Afridi Wednesday said that by blanket shutdown and protest, the brave Kashmiri people have exposed the Indian plans aimed at misleading world opinion about the situation in Indian Illegally Occupied Jammu and Kashmir. Afridi expressed these views while addressing a national seminar regarding solidarity day with […]

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IHC suspends FDE’s order on repatriation of teachers

The Islamabad High Court (IHC) on Wednesday suspended the notification of Federal Directorate of Education (FDE) Islamabad pertaining to repatriation of teachers on deputation and summoned FDE director general in person on next hearing. The court said that the apparently the order of FDE couldn’t be sustained and asked its DG to explain on next […]

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Honeybee research lab set up as beekeeping becomes thriving business

As commercial beekeeping is fast becoming a thriving business in rural areas, Pakistan has established a Honeybee Research Laboratory with the cooperation of Turkey to bolster the production of quality honey in the country. The laboratory was inaugurated at a ceremony at the National Agriculture Research Center in Islamabad on Wednesday. Speaking on the occasion, […]

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Seven die in truck-passenger coach collision due to fog

At least seven people died and nine others got injured when a mini-truck rammed into a passenger coach due to dense fog on Quaidabad-Khushab Road in Mianwali on Wednesday morning. Police said that six men and one woman are among the seven who died. According to police, the accident occurred near Mianwali at Khushab Road […]

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PNCA to open regional culture centre in GB

The Pakistan National Council of the Arts (PNCA) signed a memorandum of understanding with tourism, sports, culture, archaeology and museum department of Gilgit Baltistan on Wednesday, February 17, 2021 Dr Fouzia Saeed, DG PNCA, and Raja Nasir Ali, Minister for Culture Gilgit Baltistan, signed the agreement. The MoU will allow PNCA to set up its […]

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Nasir Shah inaugurates tree plantation camapign

Sindh Minister for Local Government & Forest, Syed Nasir Hussain Shah on Wednesday inaugurated tree plantation campaign 2021 by planting sampling at Bagh-e-Jinnah (old polo ground). Sindh Chief Minister Coordinator Shahzad Memon, Administrator KMC Laeeq Ahmed, Municipal Commissioner KMC Syed Muhammad Afzal Zaidi, JDC Chief Zafar Abbas and other civil society organization members also planted […]

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DRAP approves marketing of CanSinoBIO vaccine

The Drug Regulatory Authority of Pakistan (DRAP) has granted ‘emergency use approval’ to the CanSinoBIO Recombinant Covid-19 Vaccine Adenovirus Type 5 Vector (the “Ad5-nCoV”) and its marketing through private and public sector. According to an official of DRAP, the approval has been granted following the communication of the results of the interim analysis of the […]

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Asad urges health workers to register themselves for vaccine

The National Command and Operation Centre (NCOC) has asked all frontline healthcare workers to register themselves for anti-Covid vaccine administration in their respective areas. Chairing the NCOC meeting on Wednesday, Minister for Planning Asad Umar said that all efforts will be made for the safety and protection of healthcare workers so that they can work […]

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JI issues strategy guidelines on Covid vaccine, education

The Jamaat-e-Islami has issued a set of policies on the procurement and administration of coronavirus vaccine and the management of the impact of Covid-19 on economy and education. In an exclusive working session of JI’s Policy Planning Wing organized by PILDAT in Islamabad, the party’s policies were discussed and finalised by the party members. The […]

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Privatization will save Pakistan’s power sector, says Miftah Ismail

Former finance minister Miftah Ismail said the power sector in Pakistan should move towards the privatisation in order to solve its long-standing issues. Mr Ismail said this during a webinar titled: “Pakistan’s Power Policies-Ensuring Access and Affordability” on Wednesday. When asked if it would be difficult to do so, the former finance minister said it […]

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Clarifications and corrections

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Hope amid uncertainty

After walking on broken glass for so long, the economy might have started limping towards an upwards cusp. Fingers crossed! With Pakistan salvaging $500 million from the IMF, finance adviser, Hafeez Sheikh, delightedly announced the “good development.” The revival of this stalled programme comes as glad tiding, indeed, for the government amid its struggle to […]

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