Hindu Marriage Act enforced in Islamabad

The Hindu Marriage Act was enforced in Islamabad on Tuesday after the chief commissioner ordered the registration of Hindu marriages, according to the 24NewsHD TV channel. According to the latest developments, registered pundits and maharajs will be appointed for the task. It will be required for anyone appointed as a pundit to have a basic […]

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Complied By Tanweer Ahmed

Pakistan’s agricultural sector has been the backbone of the country’s economy, providing employment and food security for millions of people. However, the sector faces numerous challenges that threaten its sustainability, including low productivity, climate change, and outdated practices. To address these challenges and unlock the potential of Pakistan’s large youth population, the country must focus […]

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IHC grants Imran Khan interim bail till March 9

Imran Khan was granted interim bail by the Islamabad High Court on Tuesday. In a case registered at the Secretariat Police Station, IHC Chief Justice Justice Amir Farooq heard the application and granted bail to the former prime minister until March 9. Khan was ordered by the IHC to submit Rs100,000 in surety bonds. Earlier […]

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Taylor Swift fans can’t sue over ticket debacle

The companies are hoping to head off a lawsuit in Los Angeles, California, federal court accusing them of violating antitrust and consumer protection laws. Demand from fans, scalpers and bots for Swift’s first tour in five years caused the Ticketmaster site to crash last fall, and raised new scrutiny from US lawmakers and others about what critics say […]

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Chinese hybrid wheat demonstration fields in Pakistan cover 3,000-5,000 hectares

BEIJING: Chinese team’s hybrid wheat demonstration fields in Pakistan have been maintained at about 3,000-5,000 hectares.  “From Peshawar and Islamabad in the north, Lahore in the center to Karachi in the south, our hybrid wheat has performed well in all the major producing regions”, said Prof Zhao Changping, Chief Scientist of Hybrid Wheat Research Institute, Beijing […]

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The 2023 Met Gala co-chairs will have you levitating

It is time to roll out the red carpet for these 2023 Met Gala co-chairs. As we quickly approach the first Monday in May, Vogue announced that Emmy winner Michaela Coel, actress Penélope Cruz, tennis star Roger Federer and “Levitating” singer Dua Lipa will serve as the official hosts of the event, alongside Anna Wintour. […]

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Is Living A Normal Life with Kidney Disease Possible?

Is living a normal life with kidney disease possible? Millions of people live with this question on their minds every day. While it is hard to answer this question with a definite “Yes,” to say “No” is not true, either. Let me explain. What Do Our Kidneys Do The human body carries two kidneys located […]

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WHO donates mobile hospital, vaccines vans to health dept

World Health Organization (WHO) representative in Pakistan, Dr. Palitha Mahipala visited the Directorate General of Health Services, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa and handed over One mobile hospital, Two mini ambulances, Two mobile vaccination vans, One 2×2 Ambulance for Bamburate, Kalash valley of Chitral area in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. Dr Palitha personally visited the Bamburate valley of Chitral to […]

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Gold Rate In Pakistan Today 28 February 2023

Gold Rate in Pakistan today on 28 February 2023 is being sold for Rs. 165724 per 10 grams, and the price of Gold is Rs. 193300 per tola in Pakistan today. Gold Rate In Pakistan Today Karachi is the central hub of the gold market, in Pakistan, Karachi is leading for the gold price, every […]

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Medvedev downs Murray to claim Doha title

DOHA: Daniil Medvedev maintained his winning roll to beat Andy Murray in the Qatar Open final and claim his second title in successive weeks on Saturday. Veteran Murray, bidding for his 47th career title but first since 2019, pushed the Russian hard but succumbed 6-4 6-4 in a battle of former world number ones. Medvedev […]

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Buzdar says his whole family doesn’t own Rs10b assets

Former Punjab chief minister and PTI leader Sardar Usman Buzdar said on Monday that his entire family did not own assets of Rs10 billion whereas cases had been lodged against him for billions of rupees. Talking to media persons outside an accountability court, Sardar Usman Buzdar said, “Nowadays, they are filing cases against me and […]

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Will school close in Karachi?

Several schools in the country’s largest city, Karachi, are closed today, Monday, following the death of Federation of Private Schools Vice Chairman Khalid Raza in the provincial capital. Some private educational institutions closed as a result of the protest call issued by private school bodies, while others ignored the call and continued academic activities. In the midst of the […]

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Operation ‘Surprise’

The historic capture of the Indian MiG-21 three years ago when Pakistan’s armed forces gave a befitting reply to an adversary whose military prowess and infrastructure could overwhelm even the bravest of the lot is just as reinvigorating today. As Indian air force pilot Abhinandan became the focal point of the tensions between the estranged […]

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Turkey widens probe into building collapses as quake toll exceeds 50,000

Turkey has arrested 184 people suspected of responsibility for the collapse of buildings in this month’s earthquakes and investigations are widening, a minister said on Saturday, as anger simmers over what many see as corrupt building practices. Overnight, the death toll from the earthquakes, the most powerful of which struck at the dead of night […]

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Spring Tree Plantation campaign starts at GPI

Principal Government Polytechnic Institute (GPI) for Women, Dera Ismail Khan Miss Sara Khan on Saturday planted a sapling in the Institute under the spring tree plantation campaign. Addressing a ceremony held in connection with the tree plantation drive, the GPI Principal said that trees and colorful flowers were a priceless gift of nature for humanity. […]

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Ali Zafar plays Villain in his latest song “Raati Chann”

Ali Zafar is making waves with his latest song, “Raati Chann”, which features him as a 3D animated villain. Produced and released by his record label Nightingale Records and created by Babrak Khan, the music video also marks the debut of two new artists Buggs & Ozzy (Salman Nafees & Usama Moeen). Zafar had earlier […]

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PCB, Punjab government at loggerheads as PSL could be moved out of Lahore

LAHORE: The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) and the caretaker Punjab government have hit a roadblock in a financial dispute over the cost of security for the Pakistan Super League (PSL) games in Lahore and Rawalpindi. The PCB has set a deadline of Saturday to decide the fate of the remaining PSL games in Punjab province, […]

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Austerity Campaign

In a desperate attempt to save the country from bankruptcy, Shehbaz Sharif’s government just announced a new slew of austerity measures. The proposals include a withdrawal of salaries for the prime minister and his cabinet of wealthy ministers, along with a 15% cut in the expenses of all government departments. Government functionaries have also been […]

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Trans Rights

Marvi Malik made headlines as Pakistan’s first trans newsreader back in 2018 a month after the Senate voted to support a bill protecting transgender rights, signalling hope for a new, bigotry-free future in television. However, her reverie was abruptly broken when two assailants opened fire on her as she was leaving a pharmacy yesterday. Heteropatriarchal […]

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Gold Rate In Pakistan Today 25 February 2023

Gold Rate in Pakistan today on 25 February 2023 is being sold for Rs. 167524 per 10 grams, and the price of Gold is Rs. 195400 per tola in Pakistan today. Gold Rate In Pakistan Today Karachi is the central hub of the gold market, in Pakistan, Karachi is leading for the gold price, every […]

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Court issues arrest warrants for Rana Sanaullah

An anti-terrorism court in Gujranwala has issued bailable arrest warrants for senior PML-N leader and Interior Minister Rana Sanaullah. On Friday, the special ATC heard the case against the interior minister for threatening institutions and against the chief secretary. The court issued bailable arrest warrants for Rana Sanaullah and continued the hearing until March 7. […]

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Swiatek says WTA must grow and continue push for pay equality

PARIS: World number one Iga Swiatek said she hopes the governing body of the women’s game can do more to boost the tour in 2023 and further reduce pay disparity between the sexes outside the sport’s biggest tournaments. Tennis has sought to be a leader in the battle for equality in the last couple of […]

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Pakistan rubbishes US State Dept ‘concerns’ about China loans

Pakistan on Thursday rubbished controversial remarks by a US official about China’s loans under CPEC, asserting that Islamabad is proud of its friendship with Beijing which has always come to assistance whenever needed. “China has always come to Pakistan’s assistance whenever needed. Pakistani nation is proud of its friendship with China,” Foreign Office Spokesperson Mumtaz […]

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Gold Rate In Pakistan Today 24 February 2023

Gold Rate in Pakistan today on 24 February 2023 is being sold for Rs. 167524 per 10 grams, and the price of Gold is Rs. 195400 per tola in Pakistan today. Gold Rate In Pakistan Today Karachi is the central hub of the gold market, in Pakistan, Karachi is leading for the gold price, every […]

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Alia Bhatt slams photographers for exposing her at home

The paparazzi have been criticised for their “gross invasion” of the privacy of Indian actor Alia Bhatt after she was the subject of covert photography from a nearby structure. ETimes posted the two side-by-side images to their Instagram page. After several paparazzi took images of Alia Bhatt while she was in her home, Alia Bhatt […]

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Sonam Bajwa says she will visit Pakistan this year

Indian model and actor Sonam Bajwa, who frequently features in films in the Punjabi language, announced on Wednesday that she would be travelling to Pakistan. A follower grabbed the opportunity to ask Bajwa about Pakistan during a Twitter Q&A session and said, “Sonam, please do visit Pakistan too someday!” She added a shushing emoji to […]

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Rupee gains 62 paisas against dollar

Pakistan rupee appreciated by 62 paisas against the dollar in the interbank trading on Wednesday and closed at Rs 261.89, against the previous day’s closing of Rs 262.51. According to the Forex Association of Pakistan (FAP), the buying and selling rates of dollars in the open market were recorded at Rs 267.3 and Rs 270 […]

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Proteas into semi-finals after beating Bangladesh by 10 wickets

CAPE TOWN: South Africa reached the semi-finals of their home ICC Women’s T20 World Cup with a 10-wicket win over Bangladesh at Newlands on Tuesday night. The Proteas made heavy weather of chasing down a modest target of 114 set by Bangladesh, powered by their outstanding captain Nigar Sultana Joty’s 30. But chase it down […]

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Sanaullah accuses two SC judges of bias against PML-N

Minister for Interior Rana Sanaullah Khan on Wednesday said that legal team of PML-N would request the two judges to recuse themselves from the proceeding of cases of Nawaz Sharif and other party leaders. In a series of tweets, he alleged that Justice Ejaz ul Ahsan and Justice Muzahir Ali Akbar Naqvi had a biased […]

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For tech giants, AI like Bing and Bard poses billion-dollar search problem

MOUNTAIN VIEW, Calif., Feb 22 (Reuters) – As Alphabet Inc (GOOGL.O) looks past a chatbot flub that helped erase $100 billion from its market value, another challenge is emerging from its efforts to add generative artificial intelligence to its popular Google Search: the cost. Executives across the technology sector are talking about how to operate AI like […]

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Shah Rukh Khan applauds Delhi Professors’ viral Pathaan dance

Shah Rukh Khan responded to a viral video of Delhi University professors dancing to the song Jhoome Jo Pathaan from his blockbuster movie Pathaan despite having two back-to-back film shoots. SRK and Deepika Padukone performed the song for the first time. Going back the viral video was posted by the Department of Commerce at Jesus […]

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Export of sports goods increases 25% in seven months

The export of sports goods from the country witnessed an increase of 25.51 percent during the seven months of the current financial year (2022-23) as compared to the export of corresponding months of last year. The country exported sports goods worth US$ 242.074 million during July-January (2022-23) as compared to the export of US$ 192.874 […]

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Huey ‘Piano’ Smith, session man and hit maker, dead at 89

Huey “Piano” Smith, a beloved New Orleans session man who backed Little Richard, Lloyd Price and other early rock stars and with his own group made the party favorites “Don’t You Just Know It” and “Rockin’ Pneumonia and Boogie Woogie Flu,” has died. He was 89. His daughter, Acquelyn Donsereaux, told The Associated Press that […]

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New quake hits Turkey and Syria, killing six

A 6.4-magnitude earthquake has rocked Turkey’s southern province of Hatay and northern Syria, killing six people and sparking fresh panic after a massive February 6 tremor left nearly 45,000 dead in both countries. The AFAD disaster response agency reported the deaths, as well as nearly 300 hospitalisations, while in Syria the White Helmets aid group […]

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Gold Rate In Pakistan Today 22 February 2023

Gold Rate in Pakistan today on 22 February 2023 is being sold for Rs. 166924 per 10 grams, and the price of Gold is Rs. 194700 per tola in Pakistan today. Gold Rate In Pakistan Today Karachi is the central hub of the gold market, in Pakistan, Karachi is leading for the gold price, every […]

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Increase in tax on cigarettes a step in right direction: experts

ISLAMABAD: If Pakistan has to stay in step with the developed world, it has to increase cigarettes prices which are still lower compared to developed countries. The increase in FED on cigarettes through an SRO, is a step in the right direction, stated experts, adding that the government should not yield to pressure of tobacco […]

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PTI men ‘desperate’ to join PML-N ranks

Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) Senior Vice President and chief organizer Maryam Nawaz addressing an organizational meeting of the party in Rawalpindi, claimed the incumbent government was not responsible for inflation. She also claimed PTI members were ‘desperate’ to join the PML-N. Maryam said people were aware who brought the economic disaster and said it will […]

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Shaping future governments

The United Arab Emirates (UAE) hosted the 10th World Government Summit from 13-15 February in Dubai and it was an exceptional event that brought together dignitaries, experts, and leaders from all over the world. The UAE government showed great hospitality and welcomed all participants with open arms. I had the privilege of attending the summit […]

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Gold Rate In Pakistan Today 21 February 2023

Gold Rate in Pakistan today on 21 February 2023 is being sold for Rs. 166924 per 10 grams, and the price of Gold is Rs. 194700 per tola in Pakistan today. Gold Rate In Pakistan Today Karachi is the central hub of the gold market, in Pakistan, Karachi is leading for the gold price, every […]

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US Hegemony and its Perils

Introduction Since becoming the world’s most powerful country after the two world wars and the Cold War, the United States has acted more boldly to interfere in the internal affairs of other countries, pursue, maintain and abuse hegemony, advance subversion and infiltration, and willfully wage wars, bringing harm to the international community. The United States […]

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Gold Rate In Pakistan Today 20 February 2023

Gold Rate in Pakistan today on 20 February 2023 is being sold for Rs. 166924 per 10 grams, and the price of Gold is Rs. 194700 per tola in Pakistan today. Gold Rate In Pakistan Today Karachi is the central hub of the gold market, in Pakistan, Karachi is leading for the gold price, every […]

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Humanity belongs to one community with shared future: Wang Yi

MUNICH: Humanity belongs to one community with a shared future, and can overcome challenges when united and win victory with mutual trust, a senior Chinese diplomat said here Saturday at the 59th Munich Security Conference (MSC). In his keynote speech, Wang Yi, director of the Office of the Foreign Affairs Commission of the Communist Party […]

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Pakistani American doctors hold Zoom Telethon for Türkiye earthquake victims

WASHINGTON: The severity and lethality of the earthquake in Türkiye has only been partially depicted by the international media as people live with the perilous consequences of multiple disasters within the mega-disaster since February 6, said Pakistan’s Ambassador to the United States. “Our hearts go out to the people and government of Türkiye who were […]

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Microsoft’s Bing plans AI ads in early pitch to advertisers

Microsoft has started discussing with ad agencies how it plans to make money from its revamped Bing search engine powered by generative artificial intelligence as the tech company seeks to battle Google’s dominance. In a meeting with a major ad agency this week, Microsoft showed off a demo of the new Bing and said it […]

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Govt releases over Rs 14 bn for 113 housing sector projects

The government has so far released funds amounting to Rs 14.252 billion, under the Public Sector Development Programme (PSDP 2022-23) against a total allocation of around Rs 18.737 billion to execute 113 different projects aimed at ensuring the availability of affordable residential facilities. Out of the total authorization/disbursement of Rs 14,252.66 million, around Rs 3,191.77million […]

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Make cigarettes hard to buy, demand academicians

The rise in cigarette taxes in Pakistan is a significant step in the direction of lowering tobacco use and advancing public health, say social scientists. Academicians believe that this action demonstrates the government’s dedication to shielding its population from the perils of smoking. “To further lower smoking rates in Pakistan, NGOs and other public health […]

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Israeli missile strikes building in central Damascus, five dead

AMMAN, Feb 19 (Reuters) – An Israeli rocket strike early on Sunday hit a building in central Damascus’s Kafr Sousa neighbourhood near a large, heavily guarded security complex close to Iranian installations, killing five people, witnesses and officials said. The rare, targeted strike damaged several buildings in the densely populated district close to Omayyad square […]

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Sajal Ali believes that marriage in our culture keeps women in a circle and this should not be true

Sajal Aly, an actress, has been open about her views on marriage and relationships. This time, the Mom star talks on her conviction that marriage isn’t everything and that a partner isn’t necessary for happiness in life. “Women already know that they are complete without men. Being in love and feeling whole with someone else […]

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80% work completed on Gwadar 1.2 MGD water plant

80% work has been completed on Gwadar’s 1.2 MGD Seawater desalination plant, said Gwadar Port Authority (GPA) Project Director Dawood Baloch in an interview with Gwadar Pro. It is a gift from China with a cost of Rs. 2 billion to help mitigate the water miseries of the local people of Gwadar. Showing satisfaction over […]

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Patel-Ashwin rearguard display rescues India after Lyon blows

NEW DELHI: Axar Patel and Ravichandran Ashwin gave a spectacular rearguard response to help India overcome Nathan Lyon’s spin masterclass as the hosts nearly matched Australia’s first-innings 263 on a dramatic day two of the second Test on Saturday. Patel smashed 74 and dominated his 114-run partnership for the eighth wicket with Ashwin to help […]

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Pakistan sees 70% rise in HIV cases in seven years

The number of Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV) patients in Pakistan grew significantly by over 70% in the last seven years, reveals National HIV Control Centre data. According to the data, at the start of 2016, Pakistan had around 17,000 HIV patients, which grew to nearly 59,000 until December 2022. In the past seven years, most […]

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Raise in FED on cigarettes widely hailed

ISLAMABAD: The Society for the Protection of the Rights of Child (SPARC) is pleased to announce that the Government of Pakistan has increased the Federal Excise Duty (FED) on cigarettes, doubling the tax on locally produced cigarettes. This move is the result of joint efforts by tobacco control activists, health professionals, and policymakers, who have […]

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Academia’s role crucial to bolster Pak-Ethiopia ties: envoy

Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the Federal Democratic Republic of Ethiopia Friday urged academia to play their due role to bring the people of Ethiopia and Pakistan more close for bolstering bilateral ties between the two countries. “The Embassy of the Federal Democratic Republic of Ethiopia in Pakistan has been striving to bolster people-to-people ties […]

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Nawaz wants ‘cabal of five’ punished

Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) supremo Muhammad Nawaz Sharif on Friday demanded exemplary punishment for “cabal of five” for pushing country into “economic quagmire”. Talking to media in London, he said a “cabal of five” must not escape punishment as sparing them would be unfortunate, who he said were responsible for country’s prevailing woes. “Pakistan is […]

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Gold Rate In Pakistan Today 18 February 2023

Gold Rate in Pakistan today on 18 February 2023 is being sold for Rs. 165886 per 10 grams, and the price of Gold is Rs. 193490 per tola in Pakistan today. Gold Rate In Pakistan Today Karachi is the central hub of the gold market, in Pakistan, Karachi is leading for the gold price, every […]

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Increasing tobacco tax to help meet IMF requirements

ISLAMABAD: The increase in tax on tobacco products is being seen as too little and too late as health activists have urged the government implement health levy on tobacco products to meet the criteria set by International Monitory Fund (IMF). Malik Imran Ahmed, country head, Campaign for Tobacco Free Kids, has stated that the government […]

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Fruit growers see 10% FED on juices resulting in lower fruit procurement

  A double whammy for the juice industry threatens fruit farmers’ livelihoods. In the much criticized mini-budget that the Finance Minister presented on Wednesday, the government delivered a double whammy for the juice industry, by not just increasing the GST to 18% but also proposing a 10% FED. The Senate Standing Committee on Finance and […]

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TikTok planning 2 more data centers in Europe amid data security concerns

BRUSSELS, Feb 17 (Reuters) – Chinese social media company TikTok plans to open two more data centers in Europe, a senior executive said on Friday, a move that could mitigate concerns over the security of users’ data and ease regulatory pressure on the company. TikTok has been seeking to assure governments and regulators that users’ […]

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Urvashi Rautela and Naseem Shah’s brief conversation sets off a meme-fest on Twitter

Urvashi Rautela, an Indian actor, has once more received attention for wishing Pakistani bowler Naseem Shah a happy birthday. Shah, who turned 20 yesterday, simply said “Thank you!” in response to Rautela’s SMS, but Pakistanis feel forced to elaborate on their fleeting and essentially meaningless exchange. After the pacer congratulated Shadab Khan on his marriage […]

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Imran Abbas set to make Indian Punjabi film debut in ‘Jee ve Sohneya Jee’

A romantic Punjabi film, ‘Jee Ve Sohneya Jee’, is set to ignite the screens, starring popular actors Simi Chahal and Imran Abbas. The news was confirmed by the actor himself on his Instagram, where he released the motion poster and promised that fans would be in for a treat with his Punjabi debut. Both actors […]

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Ruthless Manchester City go top with statement win at Arsenal

LONDON: Clinical Manchester City knocked Arsenal off their Premier League perch as second-half goals by Jack Grealish and Erling Haaland earned the champions a 3-1 victory in a crunch top-of-the-table clash at The Emirates Stadium on Wednesday. Arsenal had come from a goal down and looked capable of ending a 10-game losing streak in the […]

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PBM MD holds open court to address complaints of beneficiaries

Managing Director Pakistan Bait-ul-Mal (PBM), Amir Fida Paracha on Thursday conducted an open court ‘Khuli Katchehri’ here at PBM’s Head Office in Islamabad to resolve the general public matters on a priority basis. The managing director, in the presence of PBM officers, listened to the queries and complaints of the applicants and gave directions to […]

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Gold Rate In Pakistan Today 17 February 2023

Gold Rate in Pakistan today on 17 February 2023 is being sold for Rs. 165886 per 10 grams, and the price of Gold is Rs. 193490 per tola in Pakistan today. Gold Rate In Pakistan Today Karachi is the central hub of the gold market, in Pakistan, Karachi is leading for the gold price, every […]

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Former Prime Minister Imran Khan urges President Alvi to conduct an “immediate inquiry” against General Bajwa.

Former Pakistani Prime Minister Imran Khan has called for an investigation into retired General Qamar Javed Bajwa’s alleged violations of his oath of office as army chief. In a letter to President Arif Alvi, Khan listed four instances in which Bajwa purportedly violated the Constitution, citing a February 9th column by journalist Javed Chaudhry that […]

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Today’s Dollar rate in Pakistan – 15 February 2023

On Wednesday, according to the Forex Association of Pakistan (FAP), USD to PKR buying exchange rate was Rs264.9 as per Pakistan’s Interbank’ and the USD/PKR selling exchange rate for 1 Dollar was PKR 264.9. While, in the ‘open market’, the US dollar was being traded between Rs265 to Rs270. Dollar to PKR – US Dollar rate […]

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Chinese Embassy temporarily closes Consular Service Hall

ISLAMABAD: The Chinese Embassy in Islamabad on Wednesday announced temporary closure of its Consular Service Hall. “Due to technical reason, the Consular Service Hall of the Chinese Embassy in Islamabad will be temporarily closed from February 15, 2023 until further notice,” a notice posted on Embassy’s official website read. “Gerry’s Visa Center remains open and operates every working day,” it […]

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Gold Rate In Pakistan Today 15 February 2023

Gold Rate in Pakistan today on 15 February 2023 is being sold for Rs. 167996 per 10 grams, and the price of Gold is Rs. 195950 per tola in Pakistan today. Gold Rate In Pakistan Today Karachi is the central hub of the gold market, in Pakistan, Karachi is leading for the gold price, every […]

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Faiz Ahmad Faiz remembered

One of the most celebrated poet, Faiz Ahmad Faiz was remembered on his 111th birth anniversary in the literacy circles on Monday, for his contributions to Urdu language and literature. Born on 1911 in Sialkot, Punjab, Faiz received his early education from the Church Mission School and later, went to earn his Master’s degree in […]

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German Christian Democrats want to kick out party’s ex-spy chief

The party of Germany’s former Chancellor Angela Merkel, the Christian Democratic Union (CDU), wants to kick out the ex-president of the domestic intelligence agency (BfV), Hans-Georg Maassen. The CDU Federal Executive Committee has unanimously decided to initiate proceedings to expel him from the party, CDU Chairman Friedrich Merz said Monday in Berlin. In addition, Maassen’s […]

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Special bench takes up F14, 15 allotment case

The Special Bench today heard the case regarding against allotment in Sector F14 and F15 today and judgment of Islamabad High Court. At the outset, it was pointed out that the service of a few respondents has not been made, which the Court observed repeatedly isdued through national news papers publication. Hafiz Ahsaan Ahmad Khokhar […]

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Late Aamir Liaquat’s wife Dania Shah gets bail in video leaks case

Dania Shah, the third wife of late televangelist Aamir Liaquat, was granted bail by the Sindh High Court on Tuesday in connection with the dissemination of indecent recordings of the PTI politician on social media. The court deferred its decision today on Dania’s bail application after he was arrested by the FIA Cybercrime Wing in […]

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Gen Bajwa asked me to condemn Ukraine invasion after Russia visit: Imran

Chairman PTI Imran Khan said on Monday that General (retd) Qamar Javed Bajwa asked him to condemn Russia’s invasion of Ukraine soon after his return from Moscow. Giving details about his talks with the ex-army chief, the ousted premier said: “I talked to Russian President Vladimir Putin about procurement of oil at cheaper rates but when I returned […]

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Police Executive Board okays status of posting in PC equal to field

Inspector General Police Punjab Dr. Usman Anwar presided over the meeting of the Police Executive Board at the Central Police Office. Additional IG Establishment, CTD, Special Branch, Investigation, Welfare and Finance, Operations, Logistics and Procurement participated in it. Heads of all units and departments and RPOs, DPOs participated through video link. In the Police Executive […]

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Israeli air strike hits Hamas complex in Gaza: military

Israel hit Gaza with air strikes on Monday in response to a rocket fired from the Palestinian enclave at the weekend, the army said, as unrest persisted in the occupied West Bank. The Palestinian Red Crescent said one person was killed in a pre-dawn Israeli army raid in Nablus in the northern West Bank, the […]

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Rihanna pregnant with second child, rep confirms after Super Bowl halftime show

A spokesman for Rihanna announced the singer is expecting her second child after her much anticipated Super Bowl performance, according to the Associated Press. With scores of dancers wearing puffy white costumes all around her, Rihanna performed 13 minutes of her best hits while wearing a red jumpsuit that opened to show a tighter red layer of clothing and a noticeable bump.  She occasionally seemed like she was stroking her stomach, which led to rumours on social media about a potential  pregnancy. It was her first public performance since the 2018 Grammy Awards and her first since becoming a mother; she had a son nine months ago with rapper A$AP […]

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Elon Musk reacts after US shoots down 3rd mysterious flying object

Elon Musk, the CEO of Twitter, recently tweeted that his 128 million followers should not be concerned about flying objects. The Tesla CEO was responding to the US shooting down a number of unidentified objects. In his tweet, Musk wrote, “Don’t worry, just some of my Alien friends of mine stopping by …” The billionaire opted […]

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Imran to pressure PDM with his election campaign: Elahi

Former Punjab chief minister Chaudhry Parvez Elahi said on Sunday if Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) Chairman Imran Khan will pour onto the streets for his party’s election campaign, the Pakistan Democratic Movement (PDM) will face mounting pressure. Speaking to media, Parvez Elahi said, “The stage for by-elections in Punjab has been set as the Lahore High […]

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Pakistan-US defence dialogue to begin today

The second round of the ‘Pakistan-US Mid-Level Defence Dialogue’ is scheduled from February 13 (today) to 16 in Washington DC. “Pakistan’s inter-agency delegation, led by the Chief of General Staff, will comprise of senior officials from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Joint Staff Headquarters and three Services Headquarters. The US multi-agency team will be represented […]

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Siraj blames PDM and PTI for economic woes

Jamat-e-Islami (JI) emir Sirajul Haq blamed on Sunday the Pakistan Democratic Movement (PDM) and Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) for economic woes. Sirajul Haq, speaking at a public gathering, bemoaned the country’s mounting debts. He lashed out at the rulers, saying, “These corrupt rulers had dragged the country into a quagmire.” He also blamed the rulers for […]

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In Washington, tributes paid to Kashmiri leader Maqbool Butt

Speakers at an event held in Washington to pay homage to Kashmiri leader Maqbool Butt on the 39th anniversary of his martyrdom said on Saturday that he laid down his life for the cause of Kashmiri people’s freedom from India’s yoke. At a gathering in a local restaurant, Dr Ghulam Nabi Fai, chairman of the […]

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Gold Rate In Pakistan Today 13 February 2023

Gold Rate in Pakistan today on 13 February 2023 is being sold for Rs. 169239 per 10 grams, and the price of Gold is Rs. 197400 per tola in Pakistan today. Gold Rate In Pakistan Today Karachi is the central hub of the gold market, in Pakistan, Karachi is leading for the gold price, every […]

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Healy and Gardner help Australia overrun New Zealand

LAHORE: Alyssa Healy and Ashleigh Gardner starred as Australia overran New Zealand by 97 runs to jumpstart their defence of the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup. Healy looked a million dollars for her 55, her highest score in the format since the 2020 ICC Women’s T20 World Cup Final, as Australia racked up 173-9. The […]

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Juliette Binoche honoured at Spanish Goya film awards

The Spanish film academy’s Goya Awards paid tribute on Saturday to the late Spanish filmmaker Carlos Saura, while French actress Juliette Binoche picked up an international honorary award. Saura, who died on Friday aged 91, had been due to receive the academy’s honorary Goya Award at the annual ceremony. It was awarded posthumously, and to […]

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China’s chemical industry reports steady investment growth in 2022

China’s chemical industry saw a strong expansion in terms of investment and exports in 2022, official data shows. Last year, the investment in chemical raw materials and product manufacturing jumped 19 percent year on year, 7.4 percentage points higher than the average level of all industries, according to the National Bureau of Statistics.\ The sector […]

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Arzish represents ‘Promise of Pakistan’ at world’s largest tech event

Arzish Azam was invited to speak at LEAP, the world’s largest tech event in Saudi Arabia after the success of a historic participation of Saudi Arabian companies at Future Fest, Pakistan’s largest tech event, which was held on January 6, 7, 8 in Lahore, with a successful signing of over 50 MoUs worth $100 million […]

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Gold Rate In Pakistan Today 12 February 2023

Gold Rate in Pakistan today on 12 February 2023 is being sold for Rs. 169239 per 10 grams, and the price of Gold is Rs. 197400 per tola in Pakistan today. Gold Rate In Pakistan Today Karachi is the central hub of the gold market, in Pakistan, Karachi is leading for the gold price, every […]

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Meta delays setting team budgets as Facebook parent plans fresh round of layoffs, Financial Times reports

Feb 11 (Reuters) – Facebook parent Meta Platforms Inc (META.O) has delayed finalizing the budgets of multiple teams as it prepares a fresh round of job cuts, the Financial Times reported on Saturday. In recent weeks there had been a lack of clarity surrounding budgets and future head count, the FT reported, citing two Meta employees familiar with the […]

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Olympics row deepens as 35 countries demand ban for Russia and Belarus

VILNIUS, Feb 10 (Reuters) – A group of 35 countries, including the United States, Germany and Australia, will demand that Russian and Belarusian athletes are banned from the 2024 Olympics, the Lithuanian sports minister said on Friday, deepening the uncertainty over the Paris Games. The move cranks up the pressure on an International Olympic Committee […]

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Aima Baig to Peform National Anthem at PSL 8 Opening Ceremony

The Pakistan Super League (PSL) 8 will begin on February 13, and fans are looking forward to the opening ceremony which will feature a live performance of the official PSL 8 anthem by a star studded lineup that includes Shae Gill, Faris Shafi,Asim Azhar and Abdullah Siddiqui. The well-known singer Aima Baig, whose hits include “Na Cher Malangaan Nu” will also deliver a stirring performance of the National Anthem to further heighten the occasion enthusiasm. Despite not being part of the official PSL anthem this year, Aima is honored and humbled to lend her voice to […]

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Today Gold price in Pakistan – 11 February 2023

KARACHI: Gold Rate in Pakistan Today on 11 February 2023 is Rs. 197,000 per tola for 24-karat of the precious metal in the local bullion. This is the Gold Price in Pakistan for 24-karat as per different sources in the local bullion market in Karachi or Multan. It is pertinent to mention that Gold Rates are usually the same […]

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Gold Rate In Pakistan Today 11 February 2023

Gold Rate in Pakistan today on 11 February 2023 is being sold for Rs. 169239 per 10 grams, and the price of Gold is Rs. 197400 per tola in Pakistan today. Gold Rate In Pakistan Today Karachi is the central hub of the gold market, in Pakistan, Karachi is leading for the gold price, every […]

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Real Madrid aims to surpass its own record in the Club World Cup

AFP: Real Madrid have shown they can score goals even without their star player Karim Benzema when they play Saudi Arabia’s Al-Hilal in the Club World Cup final on Saturday in Morocco. After a rocky start to 2023, Carlo Ancelotti’s team, the current European and Spanish champions, hopes to win the competition for a sixth time and regain confidence. The semi-final was missed by Madrid captain Karim Benzema due to a thigh injury, but he will train with the team on Friday […]

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The first Pakistani brand to show at London Fashion Week

For the first time in the history of the Pakistani fashion industry, a local brand will be included on the list of international brands’ collections to be worn by supermodels and walked down the runway for fashionistas. The official online schedule of London Fashion Week (LFW), which will take place this month from Friday, February […]

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Activist investor ValueAct takes stake in Spotify

Reuters: Spotify Technology SA (SPOT.N) has been acquired by ValueAct Capital Management at a time when the audio streaming company is looking to cut costs. “We welcome ValueAct as an investor in Spotify,” a spokesperson for the Swedish company said on Friday, without disclosing further details on the investment. Spotify’s shares rose 3.5% to $125. ValueAct Chief Executive Mason Morfit disclosed the investment during a presentation at a Columbia University event in New York on Friday, according to Bloomberg […]

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Balloon case demonstrates US hysteria vis-à-vis China

The Joe Biden administration’s handling of the Chinese balloon case last week was meant to showcase the United States’ strategic strength amid fierce attacks by Republicans and the low approval ratings of US officials. But instead it has shown to the world how immature and irresponsible — indeed hysterical — the US has been in […]

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Kamran Shahid enters showbiz with directorial debut

Kamran Shahid, a known face of Pakistani journalism, has tried his luck in the showbiz industry by directing the movie Huey Tum Ajnabi. The TV anchor called Huey Tum Ajnabi’s topic ‘challenging’ for him, as it revisited the 1971 incidents, which according to him needs to be dealt with carefully, and without reminding of your […]

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Italian skier and former world downhill medallist Fanchini dies aged 37

LONDON: Italian Elena Fanchini, who won the downhill silver medal at the 2005 Alpine skiing world championships, has died aged 37, the Italian Winter Sports Federation (FISI) said on Wednesday. Fanchini, who took part in the 2006, 2010 and 2014 Winter Olympics, was forced to withdraw from the 2018 PyeongChang Games after being diagnosed with […]

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Sorry PSG knocked out of French Cup by Marseille

MARSEILLE: Paris St Germain’s miserable start to the year continued when they were knocked out of the French Cup last 16 by bitter rivals Olympique de Marseille on Wednesday. Marseille, who had only beaten PSG twice since the capital side were taken over by Qatar Sport Investment (QSI) in 2011, reached the quarter-finals thanks to […]

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Feroze Khan sends legal notice to Sharmeen Obaid

Actor Feroze Khan served a legal notice on Oscar-winning director Sharmeen Obaid Chinoy on Thursday for launching and running a campaign against him. According to the notice, Sharmeen’s Twitter handle tweeted about Feroze Khan’s involvement in domestic violence, which severely harmed Khan’s credibility and cost him money. On the 16th of January, Feroze Khan sent a letter […]

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Shadab Khan marries Saqlain Mushtaq’s daughter in a private ceremony

Shadab Khan deserves congratulations as he marries Saqlain Mushtaq’s daughter in a wedding ceremony today. The all-rounder chose a classy look for his big day, wearing an ivory sherwani with a matching turban. Humayun Alamgir created Shadab’s wedding ensembles. Couturier’s official Instagram account shared a video of the cricketer trying on various turbans for the event tonight. “We are overjoyed to have the opportunity to design your  dress for this special occasion,” read the post’s caption. The cricketer began his wedding festivities yesterday with a close-knit mehndi ceremony. Samiya Khan, the wife of   fellow cricketer and friend Hassan Ali, posted a photo of the intimate event on social media. Last month, Shadab announced his nikkah by revealing that he had “joined mentor Saqi Bhai’s family.” He stated, “Today was my nikah, alhamdulillah. It is a significant day in my life and the beginning of a new chapter.  Please respect my decisions, as well as those of my wife and our families. Prayers and love to everyone.”

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Google to soon add generative AI features in search results

STOCKHOLM, Feb 8 (Reuters) – Google (GOOGL.O) said on Wednesday it would soon integrate artificial intelligence (AI) capable of generating text and other content in search results, as it battles to answer the challenge of Microsoft’s (MSFT.O) popular AI chatbot ChatGPT. Alphabet-owned Google unveiled on Monday its own chatbot service, called Bard. At a launch event in Paris on Wednesday, […]

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Shoppers to face fresh price hikes as stores, suppliers pass on costs

    Grocery costs seen rising further in 2023 -executives, analysts Input costs exacerbated by Ukraine war Retailers seeking to pass on high raw material costs Unilever, Nestle, Danone to report results this month Cost inflation likely to be a feature – analysts   LONDON, Feb 8 (Reuters) – According to retailers, consumer goods companies, […]

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Pakistan, China committed to building a closer community with shared future: Pang

ISLAMABAD: Charge d’Affaires of the Chinese Embassy in Pakistan Pang Chunxue on Wednesday said both countries are committed to building a closer community with a shared future, through open and inclusive cooperation, for the benefit of their peoples and the prosperity of the nations. Addressing a ceremony held to celebrate the landmark of China-Pakistan Space […]

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A delegation of USAID met with Shazia Marri at the Embassy of Pakistan

  A delegation of USAID, headed by Michael Schiffer, Assistant Administrator of the Bureau for Asia, called on Federal Minister for Poverty Alleviation & Social Safety Ms. Shazia Marri at the Embassy of Pakistan Washington D.C. today. The meeting discussed in detail various interventions being made under the umbrella of the Benazir Income Support Program, […]

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Sidharth Malhotra marries Kiara Advani in Jaisalmer and shares wedding photos: ‘Humari permanent booking ho gayi’

Sidharth Malhotra and Kiara Advani married on February 7 in a lavish but closely guarded ceremony in Jaisalmer. The couple posted pictures on Instagram with the caption, “Ab humari permanent booking hogayi hai We seek your blessings and love on our journey ahead.” Sidharth accessorised his ensemble with a matching dupatta and qula. He also […]

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Pakistan, England and Australia score wins in ICC Women’s T20 World Cup warm-ups

LAHORE: Pakistan, England and Australia scores wins in ICC Women’s T20 World Cup warm-ups on Sunday in South Africa. Pakistan were the only successful chasers in a six-wicket success against Bangladesh. Nida Dar had a strong showing for Pakistan as they eased past Bangladesh, first making the difference with the ball before taking her side […]

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Tragedy on Tragedy

In the early hours of February 6th, a 7.8 magnitude earthquake blazed across southern Turkey and northern Syria, flattening thousands of buildings and leaving their inhabitants trapped in the rubble. More than 5000 people have lost their lives already and another 20,000 have been injured. It is projected that the numbers may rise even further […]

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Haroon Yousaf’s arrest not required, NAB tells court

The National Accountability Bureau (NAB) on Tuesday informed an accountability court that the arrest of Haroon Yousaf, the son-in-law of Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, was not required for investigations. The NAB investigation officer made the statement before Accountability Court Judge Qamaruz Zaman who was hearing a reference against Haroon Yousaf, Tahir Naqvi and others. Haroon […]

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Google introduces a ChatGPT rival, Bard

To compete with ChatGPT, Google is releasing the Bard chatbot, which is AI-powered. Bard is based on Google’s huge language model Lamda, which one programmer said had responses that were so similar to humans’ that he thought it might even be sentient AI tools for its current search engine. AI chatbots also announced new  AI chatbots are made to find information and respond to queries. The most well-known example is ChatGPT.  […]

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Goher Mumtaz believes ‘Kahani Suno’ is the only song that can compare to ‘Aadat’.

Singer Goher Mumtaz also like Kahani Suno by Kaifi Khalil, the well known heartache song that no one can get over. In fact, the former Jal member believes that in the past two decades, if there’s any song that has come close to Aadat’s timelessness, it’s this. On Tuesday,the singer said, “I have to admit that any song which can ever come near to Aadat’s success in the previous 20 years is Kahani Suno,” linking Khalil’s well-known song to his Instagram Story. He […]

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Today Gold price In Pakistan 7 February 2023

Gold Rate in Pakistan today 7 February 2023 is being sold for Rs. 173954 per 10 grams, and the price of Gold is Rs. 202900 per tola in Pakistan today. Karachi is the central hub of the gold market, in Pakistan, Karachi is leading for the gold price, every city follows Karachi Sarafa Bazar Association for the gold […]

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Imran to be indicted in Toshakhana case today

A local court in Islamabad will frame charges against former prime minister and Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) Chairman Imran Khan in Toshakhana case on Tuesday (today). At the previous hearing, Additional Sessions Judge Zafar Iqbal, while hearing the criminal proceedings against the PTI chief, had announced the date for the indictment of the deposed premier – […]

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PM orders restoration of Wikipedia: Marriyum

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has directed the Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) to immediately restore the online encyclopaedia website Wikipedia across Pakistan, days after it was blocked for failing to remove “sacrilegious content”. “The prime minister has also constituted a cabinet committee on matters related to Wikipedia and other online content,” Information Minister Marriyum Aurangzeb said […]

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Gold Rate In Pakistan Today 7 February 2023

Gold Rate in Pakistan today on 7 February 2023 is being sold for Rs. 173954 per 10 grams, and the price of Gold is Rs. 202900 per tola in Pakistan today. Gold Rate In Pakistan Today Karachi is the central hub of the gold market, in Pakistan, Karachi is leading for the gold price, every […]

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PTI ‘Jail Bharo drive’ should start from Zaman Park: Maryam

PML-N Senior Vice President and Chief Organizer Maryam Nawaz has stated that the Jail Bharo Tehreek (Court Arrest Drive) should begin at Zaman Park and that justice has only just begun to be served. During a press conference in Multan on Monday, Maryam attacked former Prime Minister and PTI Chairman Imran Khan, alleging he had […]

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China lodges representations with US after unmanned airship shot down

BEIJING (XINHUA): Chinese Vice Foreign Minister Xie Feng on Sunday lodged solemn representations with the U.S. embassy in China over the U.S. use of force to attack China’s civilian unmanned airship. According to a statement issued by the Foreign Ministry on Monday, Xie stressed that the entry of the Chinese airship into U.S. airspace due […]

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Price of 50kg urea bag shoots up by Rs600

The prices of fertilizers have been shot up as the price of a 50kg urea bag has registered an increase of Rs600 in just one week. After the increase, the price of a 50kg urea bag has become Rs3,400. According to the Pakistan Bureau of Statistics, the price of urea bags in Bannu went up by Rs600 […]

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Not afraid of elections

Federal Minister for Interior Rana Sanaullah on Sunday said that Pakistan Muslim League (Nawaz) would win elections and form a government in Punjab. While addressing the workers’ convention in Multan, Rana Sanaullah stated there was propaganda that PML-N was afraid of contesting elections. The minister categorically rejected the said propaganda and anticipated the PML-N victory […]

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India using tactics to suppress Kashmiris’ freedom struggle: Kaira

Adviser to Prime Minister on Kashmir Affairs and Gilgit-Baltistan, Qamar Zaman Kaira Sunday said Pakistani nation observed the Kashmir Solidarity Day on Sunday across the world to give a strapping message of supporting the right to self-determination. Addressing a Solidarity walk jointly organized by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Kashmir Affairs and Gilgit-Baltistan, he […]

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China says never violated territory, airspace of any sovereign country

Following US Secretary of State Antony Blinken’s announcement of postponing a visit to China after a Chinese alleged ‘spy balloon’ was tracked flying across the United States, the Chinese foreign ministry said on Sunday that Beijing has no intention to violate and has never violated the territory or airspace of any sovereign country. The ministry […]

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Iran’s Supreme leader pardons prisoners linked to protests

Iran’s Supreme leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei pardoned “tens of thousands” of prisoners, including many arrested in recent anti-government protests over security-related charges, state media reported on Sunday. “Prisoners not facing charges of spying for foreign agencies, having direct contact with foreign agents, committing intentional murder and injury, committing destruction and arson of state property, or […]

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Gold Rate In Pakistan Today 6 February 2023

Gold Rate in Pakistan today on 6 February 2023 is being sold for Rs. 176012 per 10 grams, and the price of Gold is Rs. 205300 per tola in Pakistan today. Gold Rate In Pakistan Today Karachi is the central hub of the gold market, in Pakistan, Karachi is leading for the gold price, every […]

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Guilty of innocence: Western smear campaign against China exposed

BEIJING (Xinhua): “The mainstream media and quite a number of politicians and governments intimidate us daily that China’s rise poses a threat to the rest of the world and especially to the West,” said veteran Spanish journalist Javier Garcia in his new book “China, Threat or Hope. The Reality of a Pragmatic Revolution.” “China is […]

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Chinese Embassy condoles death of Musharraf

ISLAMABAD: Chinese Embassy in Islamabad on Sunday condoled the death of former president Gen (r) Pervez Musharraf. “We would like to express our heartfelt condolences to the passing away of former president Pervez Musharraf. His Excellency was a great friend of China. His great contribution to China Pakistan friendship and cooperation will always be remembered […]

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Chinese Embassy hails temporary opening of Khunjerab Pass

ISLAMABAD: Chinese Embassy in Islamabad on Sunday hailed the temporary opening of Khunjerab Pass for to facilitate the crossing of important Pakistani supplies from the Chinese side. “Thanks for efforts committed by relevant authorities of Khunjerab Pass, another round of temporary opening started from Jan.30. More than 200 containers of goods needed for Pakistan are […]

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Feroze Khan’s lawyer files defamation suit against Muneeb Butt

A lawyer for Pakistani actor Feroze Khan has filed a complaint against Muneeb Butt in the cyber crime branch of the Federal Investigation Agency (FIA) for allegedly defaming him and his law firm online. According to Jagirani, this has caused irreparable damage to his reputation and he has filed an FIR to seek justice. In […]

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Comparisons are Awkward. So, is the Truth.

In a recent meeting with Chairman Imran Khan, I saw him limp in pain walking at a slow pace. It brought back memories of IK climbing stairs with a leap, taking two steps at a time while we mortals struggled to keep up. It brought a lump in my throat. This cruel assassination attempt that […]

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Al Qaeda, TTP linked suspected terrorists among nine arrested in Punjab

The Counter-Terrorism Department (CTD) of police in Punjab on Saturday claimed to have averted a major tragedy after apprehending nine suspected terrorists, including some linked to banned outfits such as Al Qaeda and Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP). According to CTD officials, they conducted intelligence-based operations across four major districts of Punjab, including the provincial capital of […]

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Gold Rate In Pakistan Today 5 February 2023

Gold Rate in Pakistan today on 5 February 2023 is being sold for Rs. 176012 per 10 grams, and the price of Gold is Rs. 205300 per tola in Pakistan today. Gold Rate In Pakistan Today Karachi is the central hub of the gold market, in Pakistan, Karachi is leading for the gold price, every […]

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Father kills YouTube star daughter in Iraq

The execution of a teenage YouTube star by her father has sparked outrage in Iraq, where so-called “honour killings” continue to occur in the conservative country. Tiba al-Ali, 22, was killed on January 31 in the southern province of Diwaniya by her father, according to interior ministry spokesman Saad Maan on Twitter on Friday. Police […]

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Yasir Arafat to become Pakistan’s new bowling coach?

LAHORE: Mickey Arthur, who is in line to become the team director of the Pakistan men’s national team, has reached out to Yasir Arafat, the former fast bowler, for the role of bowling coach. According to reports, the PCB wants three separate coaches — for batting, bowling and fielding — to work with Arthur after […]

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IMF giving Pakistan ‘tough time’

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif said on Friday the International Monetary Fund was giving his country a “tough time” over unlocking stalled funding from a $6.5 billion bailout at a time of “unimaginable” economic crisis. Hours after his remark, the Pakistani rupee hit a record low against the US dollar in a steep slide since last […]

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Germany authorises manufacturers to send Leopard 1 tanks to Ukraine

Germany said Friday it has issued authorisation for Leopard 1 tanks to be sent to Ukraine, in a further boost for Kyiv as it seeks heavier weapons to counter Moscow’s forces. Berlin has already said it will provide Ukraine with 14 Leopard 2s from its military stocks, but manufacturers also want to send tanks they […]

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Gold Rate In Pakistan Today 4 February 2023

Gold Rate in Pakistan today on 4 February 2023 is being sold for Rs. 179012 per 10 grams, and the price of Gold is Rs. 208800 per tola in Pakistan today. Gold Rate In Pakistan Today Karachi is the central hub of the gold market, in Pakistan, Karachi is leading for the gold price, every […]

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Apex Committee vows to make an example out of terrorists

PESHAWAR: The Apex Committee Friday expressed determination to protect life and property of the people at every cost and make an example out of the terrorists who shed blood of Pakistanis. Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif chaired the important meeting of the Apex Committee held here at the Governor House in Peshawar. The committee assured the […]

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Social isolation linked to Dementia risk factors: Study

Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias (ADRD) is a growing public health crisis, with an annual global cost of more than $1 trillion US. According to a new study published in the open-access journal PLOS ONE by Kimia Shafighi of McGill University in Canada and colleagues, social lifestyle determinants, including social isolation, are associated with neurodegeneration […]

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Philippines expands US access to military bases

The United States and the Philippines announced a deal Thursday to give US troops access to another four bases in the Southeast Asian nation, as the longtime allies seek to counter China’s military rise. The agreement to expand cooperation in “strategic areas of the country” was made during a visit by US Defense Secretary Lloyd […]

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Shaheen Shah Afridi and Ansha set to tie the knot tomorrow

The wedding season is in full swing, as tomorrow Pakistani sensation speedster and Lahore Qalandar captain Shaheen Shah Afridi wed his mentor’s daughter. The long wait is over for the young bowling sensation Shaheen Afridi, who will soon wed Ansha Afridi, the second-eldest child of the former cricketer Shahid Afridi. According to reports in the […]

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Corporal Punishment

A landmark win for child welfare foresaw the introduction of a ban on corporal punishment last year, imposing penalties on educators, caregivers and other perpetrators for exercising any form of physical violence to punish their students. However, it is evident that legislative efforts alone cannot effectively address a problem that finds its roots in socio-cultural […]

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Australia to remove British monarch from banknotes

The portrait of Queen Elizabeth II on Australia’s A$5 currency note will be replaced with a new design that will reflect and honor the country’s Indigenous culture, according to the country’s central bank, which announced the change on Thursday. The Reserve Bank of Australia made the announcement after consulting with the federal government, which is […]

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Australia batsman Usman misses flight to India after visa delay

MELBOURNE: Australia opener Usman Khawaja missed the team’s flight to India on Wednesday for their four-Test tour due to a visa delay, Cricket Australia (CA) said. A CA spokesman said the Pakistan-born batsman was the only player in Australia’s squad not to board because his visa had not arrived in time. Khawaja posted a popular […]

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Humna and Bushra sparkle at 12th Faldo Series golf trials

LAHORE: The 12th Faldo Series golf trials were held at Rumanza Golf Course in Multan the other day. 2018 was a historic year in Faldo trials for girls as at that point of time upcoming talented player Rimsha Ijaz played a stunning round of 71,68, 74,74. She emerged an outright winner in these trials, beating […]

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Gold Rate In Pakistan Today 2 February 2023

Gold Rate in Pakistan today on 2 February 2023 is being sold for Rs. 175583 per 10 grams, and the price of Gold is Rs. 204800 per tola in Pakistan today. Gold Rate In Pakistan Today Karachi is the central hub of the gold market, in Pakistan, Karachi is leading for the gold price, every […]

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Xi extends condolences over terror attack in Peshawar

BEIJING: Chinese President Xi Jinping sent a message of condolences to his Pakistani counterpart, Arif Alvi, on Wednesday over the severe terrorist attack in the country’s northwestern city of Peshawar. In his message, Xi said that upon learning of the severe terrorist attack, which has caused heavy casualties, in Peshawar, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province, he would […]

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PM to inaugurate K3 nuclear power plant in Karachi on Thursday

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif said on Wednesday that he would inaugurate K3 nuclear plant in Karachi on Thursday, that has been built in cooperation with China. The prime minister said this in a meeting with a delegation of China National Nuclear Corporation which called on him here. After operationalisation of K3 power plant, the generation […]

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