Business
The Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) opened on a positive note on Thursday, showing signs of recovery after three days of losses. The benchmark KSE-100 Index gained over 200 points in early trade, climbing to 147,737.44 by 11:25am, an increase of 243.41 points or 0.17%
entertainment
Showbiz couple Aiman Khan and Muneeb Butt have welcomed a new addition to their family, announcing the birth of their third daughter, Naimal, on August 26. The actors, who are among Pakistan’s most followed television personalities, shared the happy news with their fans on Instagram. The announcement came through
Business
The Pakistani rupee stayed largely stable on Wednesday, reflecting limited volatility in the open market as key foreign currencies held firm. Dealers said the rupee’s performance showed signs of balance, with no sharp gains or losses recorded during trading hours. According to figures issued by exchange firms, the US
Sports
Lionel Messi reminded fans of his brilliance as Inter Miami defeated Orlando City 3-1 to reach the Leagues Cup final. After two matches on the sidelines due to injury, the Argentine returned with a decisive performance, scoring twice in the closing stages. Orlando had been the better side for
Business
The Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) saw renewed investor confidence on Wednesday morning, with the benchmark KSE-100 Index rising sharply after a day of losses. By 9:40am, the index climbed 567.53 points to 149,002.59, showing a 0.38% gain. The upward move was supported by buying
education
The School Education Department has introduced a strict policy barring government school teachers from working in private institutions or academies during official timings. In a statement, the department said a formal notification has been sent to all schools, warning that any teacher found teaching privately during school hours will face
Business
The Pakistani currency witnessed another day of mixed performance on August 27, 2025, with the US dollar maintaining its position near the 285 mark in open market trading. Data released by currency dealers showed the dollar being bought at Rs 284.1 and sold at Rs 285.6. The interbank
National
Floodwater from the Ravi River has inundated parts of the Gurdwara Darbar Sahib in Kartarpur, Narowal, following heavy releases from an Indian dam. The incident has raised alarm among the Sikh community and heritage conservation groups. Reports say the shrine, considered one of Sikhism’s holiest sites as it marks
Technology
The Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) has responded to criticism over higher mobile internet charges, saying the decision was driven by economic realities and not arbitrary. PTA’s Director General of Commercial Affairs, Adil Umar Khalil, told SAMAA that telecom companies have been facing mounting expenses. He said inflation, rising fuel
Sports
Michael Clarke, former captain of the Australian cricket team, has once again revealed a personal health challenge, confirming that he is receiving treatment for skin cancer. His latest announcement has reignited conversations around sun safety and early medical intervention. The veteran cricketer used platform X to inform followers that a
Business
Domestic markets saw a fresh increase in gold and wheat prices on Tuesday, heightening concerns over inflation. Latest data from the All Pakistan Gems and Jewelers Association showed that the price of 24-karat gold climbed by Rs900 per tola, settling at Rs360,700 compared to Rs359,800 a day
Technology
Spotify is moving further into social media territory with the launch of a built-in messaging feature, allowing users to communicate directly inside the app. The new option, currently available in certain Latin and South American markets, enables one-to-one chats between users who have interacted before. Those who