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Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif has ordered a historic reduction in roti prices across the province, following a significant decline in flour rates. The move aims to extend immediate relief to low-income households grappling with food inflation. The chief minister has instructed the Price Control Department to enforce
Technology
Apple is reportedly planning a major rebranding of the iPhone’s operating system, marking a significant shift in the company’s software strategy. According to a Bloomberg report, Apple intends to change the name of iOS, its long-standing iPhone operating system, in an effort to unify branding across its
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Islamabad, Pakistan — In a historic move aimed at modernising its economy and embracing the digital age, Pakistan has launched its first-ever strategic Bitcoin reserve. The announcement was made by Bilal bin Saqib, crypto assistant to Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, during the Bitcoin Vegas 2025 conference held in the United
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Mumbai, India — Global pop sensation Ed Sheeran has taken the internet by storm with a newly released video that blends Punjabi lyrics with scenes from the heart of Mumbai’s street life. Shared via his official Instagram account, the clip shows Sheeran riding an auto-rickshaw, waving at locals, and
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Junaid Safdar, son of Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz and Captain (retd) Muhammad Safdar, has become engaged for the second time, sources close to the family confirmed. The engagement ceremony took place on Wednesday at the Sharif family's Model Town residence in Lahore and was attended by key
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Bollywood actress Urvashi Rautela has broken her silence following accusations that she blocked a hotel staircase during a photoshoot at the Cannes Film Festival 2025. The controversy, sparked by viral content shared by anonymous fashion critic page Diet Sabya, quickly became a trending topic—but the star has firmly denied
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The romantic anthem of the season has arrived! Bekhabreya, a soul-stirring track from the upcoming Pakistani film Love Guru, was released this week and has already captivated fans across the country. Featuring the iconic on-screen pair Mahira Khan and Humayun Saeed, the song is a visual and musical
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Kuwait has officially lifted its 19-year-old visa ban on Pakistani citizens, resuming the issuance of multiple visa categories including work, family, business, tourist, and visit visas. The announcement was confirmed by the Ministry of Overseas Pakistanis on Monday. Speaking to the media, Mustafa Malik, the focal person for
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A devastating bomb blast struck a volleyball ground in the Barmal area of South Waziristan’s Lower Wana Tehsil on Tuesday evening, leaving at least 17 civilians — including children — severely injured. According to eyewitness accounts, the explosion occurred during a friendly volleyball match, instantly turning the lively gathering into a
Government
Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) Chairman Barrister Gohar Ali Khan on Monday expressed optimism about the potential release of PTI founder and former Prime Minister Imran Khan ahead of Eidul Adha, calling for patience and faith among the party’s supporters. Addressing reporters in Islamabad, Barrister Gohar acknowledged growing concerns
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Israeli airstrikes across the Gaza Strip on Sunday killed at least 30 Palestinians, including a senior civil defence official and a journalist, according to Gaza's health authorities. The strikes hit multiple locations in Khan Younis, Jabalia, and Nuseirat, all areas densely populated with civilians and displaced families. Among
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Former Pakistani Information Minister Fawad Chaudhry has taken a fresh swipe at singer Adnan Sami, mocking him for showcasing custom earphones adorned with the Indian flag. The jab came after Sami, who renounced his Pakistani citizenship in 2016 and is now based in Mumbai, posted a picture on X (formerly