Banking Court Summons Imran For Unauthorized Funding

Imran Khan, the chairman of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) and a former prime minister, was called to a banking court in Islamabad on February 28 as part of the case against him for illegally getting money. Under the Foreign Exchange Act, the former prime minister and other PTI leaders were charged with “prohibited funding.” Judge Rukhshanda …

NEPRA team visits K-Electric for review

On February 23, 2023, K-Electric (KE) hosted a visit from senior officials of the National Electric Power Regulatory Authority (NEPRA), led by Member (Technical) Rafique Ahmad Shaikh. The purpose of the visit was to assess KE’s performance and compliance with NEPRA’s regulations, including the Act, Performance Standards (Distribution) Rules 2005, Distribution Code, and other applicable …

Pakistani invention wins US award for treating neuro disorders

Vibrational waves are used by EKKO to provide affordable and safe treatment for neurological disorders. The US-based nonprofit organization AUTM has awarded the 2023 Better World Project Award to a device developed by researchers from the National University of Science and Technology (NUST) in Pakistan for the treatment of neurological disorders. The award ceremony took …

Apex committee meeting shows ‘zero tolerance’ towards terrorism

During a recent session of the Apex committee, chaired by Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, it was decided that the scourge of terrorism would be eliminated with the utmost resolve. The participants expressed their determination to fight against the menace of terrorism. In the session, the Prime Minister emphasized the use of absolute state machinery to …

Pakistan’s Weekly Inflation Jumps to 41.54% in Five Months

Pakistan’s weekly inflation, measured by the Sensitive Price Indicator (SPI), has jumped to 41.54% on a year-on-year basis for the week ended on Feb 23. This is the first time inflation has crossed the 40% mark in over five months. The previous week saw an increase of 2.89% to reach 38.42%. The increase was mainly …

Islamabad United beats Quetta Gladiators by 63 runs in PSL eighth edition match

In the 13th match of the eighth edition of the Pakistan Super League (PSL), Islamabad United faced off against Quetta Gladiators at Karachi on Friday. The match was dominated by Azam Khan’s explosive batting and Fazalhaq Farooqi’s exceptional bowling, leading Islamabad United to a 63-run victory over Quetta Gladiators. Quetta Gladiators were chasing a mammoth …

Pakistan’s First Transgender News Anchor Survives Assassination Attempt

Marvia Malik, Pakistan’s first transgender news anchor, survived a gun attack on Thursday night outside her residence in the Lahore Cantt area. Two men opened fire on Malik as she was returning from a pharmacy, according to her statement to the police. Malik said she had been receiving threatening phone calls and messages from unknown …

US Emphasizes Importance of Trade Ties with Pakistan for Economic Stability

In a press briefing on Thursday, US State Department Spokesperson Ned Price highlighted the importance of the US-Pakistan trade relationship, citing the devastating floods that hit Pakistan last year as a reason for the relationship’s crucial role in the country’s economic recovery. Price noted that the Trade and Investment Framework Agreement (TIFA) Council ministerial meeting …

Sajal Aly on her bond with Sridevi

Sajal Aly’s Heartfelt Words About Sridevi: She Treated Me Like Her Own Daughter. Sajal Aly is a well-known actress in Pakistan, who has also made a name for herself internationally. She has been a part of several successful projects in her home country and has also worked with some of the biggest names in the …

Pakistan Reports New Outbreaks of H5N1 Bird Flu Virus

Pakistan has reported new outbreaks of the H5N1 bird flu virus after almost a year of being bird flu-free. The virus was found in small flocks of chickens and peacocks in Rawalpindi, near Islamabad, according to officials. A flock of 40 chickens in the area had been infected with the virus, resulting in the death …

Islamabad United beats Peshawar Zalmi in PSL 8 by 6 wickets

Islamabad United Clinch Victory against Peshawar Zalmi in PSL 2023 MatchIn the 12th match of the ongoing Pakistan Super League (PSL) held at the National Bank Cricket Arena in Karachi, Islamabad United trounced Peshawar Zalmi by six wickets. The match saw a brilliant performance by Afghanistan’s opening batter, Rahmanullah Gurbaz, who led United to victory …

Bailable Arrest Warrant Issued for Rana Sanaullah Over Death Threats

An anti-terrorism court (ATC) has issued bailable arrest warrants for Federal Interior Minister Rana Sanaullah, in a case lodged against him at Gujrat’s Industrial Area police station. The ATC ordered authorities to present Sanaullah before it on March 7. The Gujrat police lodged a terrorism case against Sanaullah based on the complaint of PML-Q leader …

Leaked CAD Files Reveal New Features and Design Changes in iPhone 15

Apple is set to launch the iPhone 15 in a few months, and leaked CAD files have provided a glimpse of the changes and new features in the upcoming model. The 3D CAD files show that Apple has made design changes and added new features, including a dynamic island instead of a notch, which is …

Unfair Cigarette Tax May Fuel Illegal Sales

The unfair tax on the cigarette industry by the federal government will incline users towards illegal cigarettes. The recent increase in federal excise duty on cigarettes in the federal budget and the proliferation of illegal cigarettes in the country have raised new questions. The federal government is relying heavily on cigarettes to generate 170 billion …

Rupee’s Winning Streak of Five Days Comes To An End

The Pakistani rupee had been going up for five days in a row, but on Tuesday, it lost 0.24% on the interbank market. On the interbank market, the local unit ended the day at 262.51 against the US dollar. This was down Rs0.63 from Monday’s close, when it was at 261.88. Pakistan’s real effective exchange …

Levies Force Recovers Barkhan Woman in Operation

The Levies Force on Wednesday night “recovered” the kidnapped woman, Giran Naz, along with her four sons, and a daughter. Grian and her children were allegedly in the custody of Balochistan Minister for Construction and Communications Sardar Abdul Rehman Khetran in the province’s Barkhan district. Khan Muhammad Marri’s three family members were killed and accused …

Joe Biden Falls on Stairs While Leaving Poland

US President Biden Stumbles While Boarding Air Force One in Poland. President Joe Biden has been caught on camera nearly falling while boarding Air Force One in Poland. This marks the third time he has stumbled while trying to board the aircraft. Biden, once again, falls up the stairs on AF1…after the White House Doctor …

Javed Akhtar’s Controversial Statement on Pakistan Sparks Outrage

Acclaimed Indian poet and writer Javed Akhtar’s statement at the Faiz Festival in Lahore has caused uproar on social media, with many Pakistani celebrities condemning his comments. Javed Akhtar known to subcontinent as a literary figure, accused Pakistan of harboring terrorists at Faiz Festival. But, forgot that Kulbhushan wasn’t from Norway & wasn’t promoting peace …

Multan Sultans Win Nail-Biting Match Against Karachi Kings

Multan Sultans Claim Nail-Biting 3-Run Victory Over Karachi Kings. In the 11th match of the eighth edition of the Pakistan Super League (PSL), Multan Sultans secured a thrilling 3-run win against Karachi Kings. Sultans, who batted first, posted a mammoth target of 197 runs, thanks to a magnificent century from captain Mohammad Rizwan. Karachi Kings’ …

Maternal Mortality: A Woman Dies Every Two Minutes, Say UN Agencies

According to the latest report titled “Trends in maternal mortality” released by United Nations agencies, maternal deaths either increased or stagnated in nearly all regions of the world, highlighting major setbacks for maternal health. The report tracks maternal deaths nationally, regionally and globally from 2000 to 2020 and shows that there were an estimated 287,000 …

Akshay Kumar Breaks Guinness World Record for Most Selfies in 3 Minutes

Akshay Kumar breaks Guinness World Record for most selfies in three minutes during Selfiee promotions. Akshay Kumar, the Bollywood actor, has set a new Guinness World Record for clicking the most selfies in just three minutes. See more During the promotions of his upcoming movie Selfiee, Kumar clicked 184 selfies in three minutes with his …

Kiara and Sidharth Share Sangeet Ceremony Clicks

Kiara Advani and Sidharth Malhotra share first photos from their sangeet ceremony. Bollywood actors Kiara Advani and Sidharth Malhotra have finally shared photos from their sangeet ceremony. The couple got married on February 7 at the Suryagarh Palace in Jaisalmer in the presence of close family and friends. They had been saving photos from their …

US Judge rules Afghan central bank funds untouchable

Judge Rules 9/11 Victims Cannot Seize Afghanistan Central Bank Funds. A federal judge in New York has ruled that the families of victims of the September 11, 2001, terror attacks cannot seize $3.5 billion in funds belonging to Afghanistan’s central bank. The assets, held in the Federal Reserve Bank of New York, were frozen on …

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