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Reflection on humanitarian, moral duty

Plight of Palestinians, particularly in Gaza, has drawn significant global attention, with reactions from governments, international organisations and public. Over decades, Palestinian struggle for statehood and severe humanitarian crisis have garner...

Sindh govt recommends SHC for judicial inquiry into Dr Shahnawaz killing

KARACHI: Sindh government recommended that Sindh High Court (SHC) launch judicial inquiry into killing of Dr Shahnawaz Kumbhar, blasphemy suspect shot dead and whose body was desecrated, triggering widespread outcry by rights groups. Dr Shahnawaz, ac...

Promoting talented youth ‘top priority’ of govt: Minister Nasir Shah

KARACHI:Sindh Minister for Energy Syed Nasir Hussain Shah said highlighting talents of youth and providing them with employment are top priorities of government. Addressing special guest to students participating in first All Karachi Inter-Universit...

Arbaaz breaks silence on Baba Siddique’s killing

Arbaaz Khan opened up on killing of NCP leader Baba Siddique, close friend of their family. Lawrence Bishnoi’s gang, in social media post, claimed that NCP leader was killed over his ties with Salman Khan. Arbaaz Khan called it unfortunate. It...

Rubab Revealed: What viewers are curious about in ‘KMKT’

In a recent interview with a private TV channel, Naeema Butt, known for her captivating portrayal of Rubab Mansoor Khan in the hit serial ‘Kabhi Main Kabhi Tum,’ addressed the most searched questions about her character, much to the delig...

PM Shehbaz urges investment for regional connectivity

ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif called for investing in region’s collective capacity for connectivity as he chaired 23rd Shanghai Cooperation Organisation Summit. Taliban rulers must ensure Afghan soil isn’t misused for terrorism...

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PM Shehbaz urges investment for regional connectivity

ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif called for investing in region’s collective capacity for connectivity as he chaired 23rd Shanghai Cooperation Organisation Summit. Taliban rulers must ensure Afghan soil isn’t misused for terrorism...

Western sanctions on Iran hostile, unhelpful: Iranian FM

Amman: Iran’s Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi said that new Western sanctions against Iran were “Hostile action” and would not help to resolve regional tensions, state media reported. “New Western sanctions against Iran are co...

Lauds investment in Pakistan’s Green Future

KARACHI: Launch of eTurbo Motors’ electric motorcycles marks significant step forward in Pakistan’s journey towards sustainable future. By offering affordable, efficient and eco-friendly transportation solutions, company is paving way for...

SCO Summit: Members sign agreements, endorse China as 2024-25 chair

Islamabad: During summit, eight significant agreements were signed, focusing on issues like SCO’s budget, operations of its secretariat and regional counterterrorism efforts. These agreements signed highlight organisation’s commitment to...

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IT, corporate tax rates required to be slashed: FBR Chief

ISLAMABAD: Chairman FBR Rashid Mahmood Langrial said that Income Tax and corporate tax rates required to be fixed and slashed. “It is wrong to collect tax for whole year and paying it for debt servicing,” he said. He said that there are s...

KSE-100 closes marginally higher to 162pts

KARACHI:  Pakistan Stock Exchange witnessed mixed trading on Wednesday, as benchmark KSE-100 Index swayed in both directions before closing day marginally higher by 162 points. KSE-100 started day with negative momentum, hitting an intra-day lo...

Gold price hits Rs277,200 per tola

Karachi: Gold price surged in line with increase in international rates. In local market, price of gold per tola increased by Rs 2,200, clocking in at Rs 277,200 per tola, which is latest record high in Pakistan. Similarly, ten gram gold was sold at...

PM Shehbaz proposes common currency for SCO member states

ISLAMABAD: In a significant address at the 23rd Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) Heads of Government meeting, held in Islamabad, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif emphasized the urgent need for enhanced regional cooperation among member states to...

Pakistan’s SLGL secures transport services deal with Maersk

KARACHI:  Secure Logistics Group Limited (SLGL) has entered into an arrangement to provide transport services to Maersk West and Central Asia Limited (Maersk), global shipping, transport and logistics services company. SLGL, an Islamabad-based c...

July-Sept: PTCL sustains Rs6.3bn in losses

KARACHI: Pakistan Telecommunication Company Limited (PTCL) sustained massive losses to tune of Rs 6.3 billion during three-month period that ended September 30, 2024. As per latest consolidated financial results made available to Pakistan Stock Exch...

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Arbaaz breaks silence on Baba Siddique’s killing

Arbaaz Khan opened up on killing of NCP leader Baba Siddique, close friend of their family. Lawrence Bishnoi’s gang, in social media post, claimed that NCP leader was killed over his ties with Salman Khan. Arbaaz Khan called it unfortunate. It...

Rubab Revealed: What viewers are curious about in ‘KMKT’

In a recent interview with a private TV channel, Naeema Butt, known for her captivating portrayal of Rubab Mansoor Khan in the hit serial ‘Kabhi Main Kabhi Tum,’ addressed the most searched questions about her character, much to the delig...

Asma claps back at trolls criticising son Ahmed

Asma Abbas, a renowned Pakistani television actress, has made headlines recently for her heartfelt response to online trolls targeting her son, Ahmed Abbas Gill. Asma, who began her career with PTV and has appeared in notable dramas such as “A...

Sajal Aly dazzles in stunning bridal shoot

Sajal Aly is widely regarded as one of Pakistan’s leading actresses, celebrated for her beauty and exceptional talent. Recently honored with the prestigious Tamgha-e-Imtiaz for her contributions both nationally and internationally, Sajal contin...

Politics

PM Shehbaz urges investment for regional connectivity

ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif called for investing in region’s collective capacity for connectivity as he chaired 23rd Shanghai Cooperation Organisation Summit. Taliban rulers must ensure Afghan soil isn’t misused for terrorism...

Western sanctions on Iran hostile, unhelpful: Iranian FM

Amman: Iran’s Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi said that new Western sanctions against Iran were “Hostile action” and would not help to resolve regional tensions, state media reported. “New Western sanctions against Iran are co...

Lauds investment in Pakistan’s Green Future

KARACHI: Launch of eTurbo Motors’ electric motorcycles marks significant step forward in Pakistan’s journey towards sustainable future. By offering affordable, efficient and eco-friendly transportation solutions, company is paving way for...

SCO Summit: Members sign agreements, endorse China as 2024-25 chair

Islamabad: During summit, eight significant agreements were signed, focusing on issues like SCO’s budget, operations of its secretariat and regional counterterrorism efforts. These agreements signed highlight organisation’s commitment to...

Pak-Russia ties to expand cooperation in various sectors

ISLAMABAD: In a significant development for international relations in the region, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif of Pakistan and his Russian counterpart, Mikhail Mishustin, met on the sidelines of the 23rd Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) Coun...

Sports

Three new inductees added to ICC Hall of Fame

London: ICC announced three new additions to ICC Hall of Fame, with England great Alastair Cook, India legend Neetu David and dynamic South African batter AB de Villiers latest inductees. One of finest opening batters in history of test cricket, Eng...

Shahzeb Khan wins gold in Asia Open Taekwondo Championship

INDONESIA: Pakistan’s Shahzeb Khan won the gold medal by defeating Calamba of the Philippines in the final of the -54kg weight category at the Asia Open Khyurogi Taekwondo Championship. In the first round, Calamba scored 11 points and Shahzeb m...

Messi ties Cristiano’s record as Argentina beats Bolivia 6-0

Argentine football legend Lionel Messi equalled Portuguese football star Cristiano Ronaldo’s record for most international hat-tricks as he scored his 10th such hat-trick. Messi (36) achieved the latest feat as his national team thrashed Bolivi...

Sajid forces Pakistan’s comeback after Ben Duckett’s ton

MULTAN: In a captivating second day of the ongoing second Test match between Pakistan and England, off-spinner Sajid Khan emerged as the star performer, leading a remarkable fightback for the home side after a solid century from England’s Ben D...

Shaheen Afridi, team send birthday wishes to Babar

Lahore: Former Pakistan captain and star batter Babar Azam celebrated his 30th birthday, with fellow cricketers showering him with heartfelt wishes and praise for his remarkable contributions to sport. To commemorate Babar’s special day, numer...

‘Soul(is)ful’: Sania cherishes precious moments with loved ones

Former Indian tennis star Sania Mirza shared some heartwarming moments from her quality time with her family and friends, including Indian actor Parineeti Chopra. In series of snaps from recent photo dump on her Instagram, Mirza can be seen smiling...

ICC Women T20 WC: West Indies, SA book semi-final spots

DUBAI: Skipper Hayley Matthews and Qiana Joseph scored rampant half-centuries and propelled West Indies, alongside South Africa, into the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2024 semi-final as England crashed out. West Indies’ eight-wicket victory...

World

‘Clear indications’ India violated Canada’s sovereignty: PM Trudeau

Ottawa: Canada’s Prime Minister Justin Trudeau said there were “Clear indications” that India had violated Canadian sovereignty, as countries row over killing of Sikh separatist on Canadian soil last year that Ottawa blamed on New D...

Pak-Russia ties to expand cooperation in various sectors

ISLAMABAD: In a significant development for international relations in the region, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif of Pakistan and his Russian counterpart, Mikhail Mishustin, met on the sidelines of the 23rd Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) Coun...

South Korea honours two women with civilian medals for each having 13 children

Seoul: South Korea’s health and welfare ministry has awarded civilian service medals to two women for giving birth to 13 children each, amid country’s ongoing struggle with sharply declining birth rate. Eom Gye-suk, 60, received Seongnyu...

PM Shehbaz, Chinese premier Li inaugurate Gwadar Airport

ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif said that completion of Gwadar International Airport demonstrated Chinese leadership’s commitment and dedication to advancing Pakistan’s underdeveloped regions and advancing its economic agenda. Sp...
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