Here are 13 signs that your loved one is a functional alcoholic By: Web Desk on December 27, 2023As the festive season ushers in a wave of social engagements and revelries, it becomes imperative to stay vigilant to the subtle signs of functional alcoholism that might lurk beneath the veneer of seemingly ordinary lives. Termed as ‘functional alcoholism,’ this phenomenon characterizes individuals who, despite their alcohol dependence, skillfully navigate daily existence without overt […]
Hand grenade attack in Quetta leaves police officer and four others injured By: Web Desk on December 27, 2023In a recent incident that unfolded on Tuesday, the provincial capital of Balochistan, Quetta, found itself at the center of a harrowing event as a hand grenade attack targeted a police van, resulting in injuries to five individuals, including a police officer. Reports from local media indicate that the attack took place at Nawan Kali […]
Pakistan-bound ship from Saudi Arabia attacked in Red Sea By: Web Desk on December 27, 2023In a recent escalation of tensions in the Red Sea region, Yemen’s Iran-backed Houthi militia has claimed responsibility for a missile attack on the MSC United VIII, a Pakistan-bound container ship operated by MSC Mediterranean Shipping. The vessel was en route from King Abdullah Port in Saudi Arabia to Karachi, Pakistan, when it came under […]
Gold rates up in Pakistan; Check today gold price – 27 December 2023 By: Web Desk on December 27, 2023Gold rates in Pakistan continue to move up amid a positive trajectory in international rates. Gold Rates in Pakistan Today – 27 December 2023 On Wednesday, per tola price of 24-karat gold increased in Pakistan’s domestic market by Rs200, reaching Rs219,600 per tola. The price of 10-gram gold (24-karat) reached Rs188,272 after an increase of Rs258. […]
Saveera Parkash becomes first Hindu woman to contest elections in Pakistan By: Web Desk on December 26, 2023In a groundbreaking development within the realm of Pakistani politics, Saveera Parkash, a trailblazing doctor, has etched her name in history by submitting nomination papers as the first woman from a minority community to vie for a general seat. The courageous move signals a progressive shift in the political landscape of the country. Hailing from […]
Israel denies visa to UN staff as violence in Gaza continues By: Web Desk on December 26, 2023In a striking display of defiance, Israeli authorities have officially declared their decision not to renew the visas of United Nations (UN) staff members actively engaged in relief efforts within a conflict-ridden region. Israeli Foreign Minister Eli Cohen has openly accused the UN of “hypocrisy” and asserted that collaboration with individuals involved in what he […]
Gold rates in Pakistan; Check today gold price – 26 Dec 2023 By: Web Desk on December 26, 2023KARACHI – Gold rates in the local market on Tuesday stand at Rs218,200 amid a positive trajectory in international rates. Gold Rates in Pakistan Today – 26 December 2023 A day after long weekend, the single tola of 24 Karat gold was available at Rs218,200, and the price for 10-gram gold reached Rs187,070. For 22 Karat, […]
Chinar Bagh Fiasco By: Ahmed Sheikh on December 18, 2023Real Estate is full of surprises. One of the reasons behind this fiasco is the people involved and the money at play. The laws are too vague, and the opportunities are limitless. The main issue is with the financial savings of the poor and playing with the hopes and futures of families. Many years back […]
Collective efforts crucial to curb corruption: NAB By: webdesk on December 7, 2023Sohail Nasir, Deputy Chairman of the National Accountability Bureau (NAB), stressed the significance of individuals holding themselves accountable and working together to combat corruption in society. Speaking at a seminar titled “Curbing Corruption through a Documented Economy,” organized by NAB in partnership with the Legal Aid and Justice Authority (LAJA) during Anti-corruption week-2023. Nasir emphasized […]
Is ML-1 a ‘Luxury’ or an essential requirement? By: SAEED AKHTAR on November 10, 2023The China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC) has been a pivotal component of the Belt and Road Initiative (BRI), connecting the Ports in Pakistan to China’s north western region. Among the numerous projects that make up CPEC, the Main Line 1 (ML-1) railway project stands out as a transformative endeavour with the potential to reshape Pakistan’s economic […]