Pakistan’s World Cup semi-final qualification scenario after Australia beat Afghanistan By: Web Desk on November 8, 2023In the ongoing ICC World Cup 2023, Australia claimed a crucial victory against Afghanistan, significantly impacting the tournament’s landscape. Currently standing at eight points, Pakistan is vying for a place in the semi-finals. However, despite Australia’s win, Pakistan’s advancement remains uncertain. Pakistan faces important matches against Afghanistan and New Zealand in their pursuit of a […]
Sindh govt announces two holidays By: Web Desk on November 7, 2023In a recent notification issued by the Government of Sindh, the southeastern province of the country has officially declared two upcoming holidays. These holidays have been designated to honor and respect the diverse cultural and religious traditions observed within the region. Iqbal Day, November 9: The first holiday, falling on November 9, is dedicated to […]
PSX reaches new high as KSE-100 shoots past 54,000 points By: Web Desk on November 7, 2023The Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) witnessed a notable upturn on Tuesday, surpassing the significant milestone of 54,000 points. This surge in the market was buoyed by several influential factors contributing to a bullish trend. The KSE-100 index, a pivotal barometer of the Pakistan Stock Exchange, continued its robust performance for the third consecutive day. Intraday […]
Militants attack police station in DI Khan By: Web Desk on November 6, 2023In a troubling turn of events, suspected militants launched an attack on a police station in Dera Ismail Khan, Pakistan, on Sunday night, as reported by The News on Monday. Security personnel successfully repelled the assault, but it was not an isolated incident. The attack marked one of several in the district since the preceding […]
Bahrain cuts economic ties, expels Israeli ambassador By: Web Desk on November 3, 2023Bahrain’s parliament announced on Thursday that the Kingdom has withdrawn its ambassador from Israel and terminated trade relations with Tel Aviv. This move marks a notable shift in the diplomatic landscape of the region, particularly in the context of the Abraham Accords that saw the establishment of diplomatic ties between Bahrain and Israel in 2020. […]
Pakistan’s deadline prompts mass return of undocumented Afghan nationals By: Web Desk on November 1, 2023As the clock ticks down to the November 1 deadline set by the Pakistani government, a significant exodus of Afghan nationals without proper documentation is underway, with thousands thronging the Pak-Afghan border to comply with the directive. The Pakistani government’s directive to repatriate Afghan individuals residing in the country without legal documents aims to address […]
Crackdown launched against betting companies in Pakistan By: Web Desk on October 31, 2023 In a pivotal move aimed at stemming the tide of illegal gambling and betting activities, Pakistani authorities have launched a crackdown on over 150 surrogate betting companies believed to have caused significant economic losses by funneling billions of dollars to “hostile” nations. The operations of these entities primarily revolved around boosting betting on sports, […]
Politicians, celebrities condole sudden demise of Maulana Tariq Jamil’s son Asim Jamil By: Web Desk on October 30, 2023People from different walks of life mourned the death of Maulana Tariq Jamil’s younger son, Asim Jamil. The incident occurred in Maulana’s hometown of Talamba, which is located in the Mian Channu district of Punjab. Prime Minister Anwaarul Haq Kakar expressed his condolences on Asim’s death. In a statement, the prime minister prayed that Allah Almighty […]
Pakistani rupee strengthens against US dollar in interbank By: Web Desk on October 30, 2023The Pakistani rupee demonstrated a notable surge against the US dollar in early Monday trading, marking a positive turn in its valuation. The currency gained momentum, reaching 280.50, reflecting a remarkable increase of Rs 0.07 in the inter-bank market. This uplifting trend follows a recent decline on Friday, where the PKR experienced a dip of […]
Donald Trump charged with $10,000 fine for second gag order violation in civil fraud case By: Web Desk on October 26, 2023Donald Trump, the former US president, made headlines again on Wednesday when he was fined $10,000 by New York judge Arthur Engoron, who is presiding over his civil fraud trial, for a second breach of a gag order prohibiting him from disparaging court employees. On October 3 (Tuesday), Engoron issued the order after Trump falsely […]