CDNS set target of Rs 70bn in Islamic FY 2023-24 By: APP on June 24, 2023The Central Directorate of National Savings (CDNS) has set a target of Rs 70 billion rupees in Islamic finance year 2023-24. The aim was to introduce new dimensions in the Islamic finance sector. “Islamic finance has a very important role in the global financial sector at this time, and a large part of the economy […]
Pakistani cinema, geopolitics and cultural history on June 24, 2023 Pakistan Cinema 1947-1997 Second Edition Introduction by IA Rehman Mushtaq Gazdar First published in 1997 to commemorate the fiftieth anniversary of the creation of Pakistan, the book features a review of films before Partition, plots of great cinema classics, trivia and cinema lore. It contains anecdotes and reminiscences about the people who shaped the entertainment […]
After Titanic sub disaster, industry faces scrutiny By: Reuters on June 23, 2023The first fatal accident aboard a deep-sea tourist submersible is certain to raise calls for additional safety regulations, but industry experts say any new measures may be impossible to enforce given the international nature of the business. Moreover, they say the tragedy of the Titan submersible that imploded during its expedition to the wreckage of […]
PepsiCo Pakistan and Foodpanda Join Forces to Enhance Culinary Experience on June 12, 2023PepsiCo Pakistan, one of the country’s largest food and beverage companies, has joined hands with the largest online food delivery platform in Pakistan, Foodpanda, as their Preferred Beverage and Snacks Partner. This collaboration brings together the expertise and resources of both industry-leading companies, with the aim of enhancing culinary experiences for consumers across the nation. […]
Aamir Khan and Hrithik Roshan make a splash at Madhu Mantena and Ira Trivedi’s mehndi By: Agencies on June 12, 2023Renowned producer Madhu Mantena is all set to tie the knot with writer and Yoga teacher Ira Trivedi on June 11. On Saturday, the couple kickstarted the wedding rituals with the mehendi ceremony where several B-town celebs marked their presence. Actor Aamir Khan was one of the celebs who arrived at the ceremony. Aamir was […]
Nawazuddin Siddiqui’s ‘Haddi’ look took 80 saris and six months to finalise on June 12, 2023Acclaimed actor Nawazuddin Siddiqui left audiences both amazed and divided with his first look as a transgender in the upcoming film titled Haddi. The picture of his character quickly went viral, receiving widespread praise from Bollywood fans who were astounded by his transformation. However, creating the look for the film was a time-consuming process, taking […]
Jamie Foxx discharged from hospital on June 12, 2023Jamie Foxx is officially on the road to recovery. A month after the Ray actor was hospitalized due to a medical emergency, his daughter Corinne Foxx shared the 55-year-old has been home and recovering a few weeks after being discharged. “Update from the family,” the 29-year-old wrote in a May 12 Instagram Story post. “My […]
Adam Levine returning to ‘The Voice’ after four years on June 12, 2023Adam Levine is ready to take center stage on The Voice one more time. Four years after exiting the singing competition show as a coach, the Maroon 5 frontman will return for the season 23 finale on May 23, where he and the band will perform their new single “Middle Ground.” The new music will […]
Rs 6,000m allocated in PSDP for IT, Telecom division By: APP on June 10, 2023The federal government has allocated Rs 6000 million in the public sector development programme (PSDP) for financial year 2023-24 for ongoing and new schemes of the Information Technology and Telecom Division. According to the budgetary documents, out of the total allocation, Rs 5,940 million has been earmarked for 30 ongoing schemes, while Rs 60 million […]
Mobilink Bank, iConsult boost financial prospects for women in KPK By: pr on June 7, 2023Mobilink Bank, in collaboration with iConsult, United Nations Development Programme (UNDP), and financial support from the USAID is implementing a social initiative to enhance the financial literacy of 3,000 individuals (1500 women). The initiative will empower the local communities of Nowshehra, Charsadda, DI Khan, and Khyber districts by equipping them with the necessary financial skills […]