Business
The Reko Diq Mining Company is set to secure financial close after attracting nearly $6 billion in funding pledges, almost double the requirement for its first phase. The commitments include strong backing from the United States, Japan, and other international lenders, while the Asian Development Bank (ADB) and World Bank
Technology
Pakistan’s National Cyber Crime Investigation Agency (NCCIA) has declared 46 mobile applications illegal, targeting platforms linked to online gambling, unregulated forex trading, and data privacy violations. Read more: TikTok’s UK Jobs at Risk as AI Replaces Human Moderators The NCCIA said the banned apps were operating in violation
Sports
Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) Chairman and Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi has declared that Pakistan will maintain sporting ties with India only on equal terms, insisting that the days of pleading for talks are over. Speaking at a press conference in Lahore, Naqvi said Pakistan would not beg India for dialogue,
World
Russian oil supplies to Hungary and Slovakia face at least a five-day suspension after a Ukrainian strike on a pumping station in Russia, officials from both countries confirmed Friday. The attack targeted the Unecha oil pumping station, part of the Druzhba pipeline that supplies Europe. Ukraine said its military
World
Tragedy struck the set of Netflix’s popular series Emily in Paris when assistant director Diego Borella died during the filming of its fifth season in Italy. He was 47. According to Italian daily La Repubblica, Borella collapsed on Thursday evening while preparing scenes at Venice’s historic Hotel Danieli.
entertainment
Actress Amanda Bynes has debuted a new look after undergoing a lip filler procedure promoted by Kylie Jenner, sharing the results with fans on Instagram. The 39-year-old former Nickelodeon star, known for her roles in She’s The Man and Hairspray, posted a short video on her Stories
National
Chief of Army Staff Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir has stressed the importance of civil-military harmony, good governance, and inclusive development while reaffirming the Army’s support for the socio-economic uplift of Balochistan. According to an ISPR statement, the Army Chief made these remarks during his visit to
National
The National Database and Registration Authority (NADRA) has launched a new online service allowing citizens to check the status of their applications through its Pak ID mobile app. Read more: 11th NFC Formed as Centre, Provinces Head for Fiscal Clash According to a NADRA spokesperson, the feature eliminates the need
Business
Pakistan’s first-ever economic census has revealed striking contrasts in the country’s economic landscape, showing over 600,000 mosques but only 23,000 factories nationwide. Launched by Planning Minister Ahsan Iqbal on Thursday, the report provides a detailed picture of Pakistan’s economy, filling a decades-long gap
National
President Asif Ali Zardari on Friday constituted the 11th National Finance Commission (NFC), setting the stage for tough negotiations between the Centre and provinces over a new resource distribution formula. A notification issued by the Ministry of Finance confirmed the formation of the commission under Article 160 of the Constitution.
entertainment
Dakota Johnson is stepping into theaters this week with Splitsville, a romantic comedy that not only showcases her acting skills but also highlights her growing presence as a film producer. Read more: ‘Aur Koi Kam Nhi Hai’: Hania Aamir’s Funny Reply Wins Fans In an interview with Reuters, Johnson
Sports
The International Cricket Council (ICC) has announced a revised schedule for the Women’s Cricket World Cup 2025, with Navi Mumbai replacing Bengaluru as one of the host cities. The DY Patil Stadium in Navi Mumbai will now stage up to five fixtures, including three league matches, a semifinal, and