Sports
Babar Azam is expected to make his return in the upcoming T20 International series against South Africa following the inconsistent batting performances of Pakistan. The right-hander last featured in a T20 International against South Africa in December, but since then selectors overlooked him while citing concerns about his strike
Sports
The International Cricket Council (ICC) has initiated a review into Indian captain the post-match remarks of Suryakumar Yadav following India defeating Pakistan. The action follows a formal complaint from the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB), accusing Yadav of politicising cricket and breaching the code of neutrality of ICC. As per
National
The Sui Northern Gas Pipelines Limited (SNGPL) has invited applications for new domestic connections, which will now be processed only under RLNG-based tariff. According to the details, preference will be extended to applicants who already paid urgent fees or demand notices before the connection ban by government. These applicants
Business
The Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) witnessed a strong buying rally on Thursday morning, as investor sentiment lifted following government steps to tackle circular debt. At 10:05am, the KSE-100 Index stood at 158,758.04 points, showing an increase of 521.37 points or 0.33 percent during early
World
A 13 year old Afghan kid stunned everyone by surviving a 94 minute journey from Kabul to New Delhi while disguised in the landing gear of a Kam Air jet. The child from Kunduz was able to get past airport security and hide in the rear tire box. Read more:
entertainment
Rakhi Sawant, an Indian actress and television personality, undertook Umrah for the second time. After accepting Islam in 2023 and adopting the name Fatima, she returned to Makkah and Madinah, where she did Tawaf around the Kaaba, prayed at Masjid al-Haram, and visited the Prophet's Mosque. Read
World
Indonesia has said that it is prepared to send more than 20,000 peacekeepers to Gaza to assist restore peace and stability to the region. President Prabowo Subianto made the statement while addressing the United Nations General Assembly. Read more: After 78 Years, Varaswadi Village in India Gets Electricity He
National
The federal government has stated that free laptops would be distributed to pupils in Karachi later this year. According to government spokeswoman Raja Ansari, the Prime Minister will begin a significant project in December, and laptop computers will be distributed to pupils at the Quaid-e-Azam mausoleum. Read more:
Business
The Islamic Ideological Council (CII) has clarified that no final decision has been taken regarding the withholding tax on bank transactions in Pakistan. The council emphasized that the issue was only discussed at a preliminary level, with members expressing differing opinions during the last session. Several members had shared their
Business
The Islamic Ideology Council (IIC) has declared withholding tax on bank withdrawals un-Islamic, labeling it an oppressive burden on the public. Chairman Allama Dr. Raghib Naeemi emphasized that the levy contradicts Shariah principles and called on the government to reconsider its imposition immediately. The council also opposed proposed amendments
education
The O-Level curriculum in Pakistan has undergone major revisions, with new syllabi introduced for Islamiat, Pakistan Studies, and Urdu, incorporating substantial content changes. These updates aim to align learning with modern education standards while ensuring students gain deeper knowledge of the nation’s history, values, and cultural heritage. The
Business
Gold prices held steady at record levels on Wednesday in both international and domestic markets, reflecting stable demand and consistent investor confidence worldwide. According to the All Pakistan Gems and Jewellers Association, international bullion traded unchanged at $3,770 per ounce, maintaining its highest-ever peak without any fluctuation. In