Weekly inflation falls by 1%, but year-on-year rates remain high
The weekly inflation measured by the Sensitive Price Indicator (SPI) recorded a decrease of 1 per cent for the combined consumption groups during the week ended on May 02, according to data released by the Pakistan Bureau of Statistics (PBS).
Petroleum sales in Pakistan drop to six-month low
The sale of total petroleum products in Pakistan fell to 1.1 million tonnes in April 2024, a 6 per cent decrease compared to 1.17 million tonnes in the same month last year.
Gold price drops by Rs1,400 to Rs239,600 per tola
The price of gold in Pakistan continued its downward trajectory for the fifth consecutive session on Friday, dropping by another Rs1,400 to settle at Rs239,600 per tola.
Trump and Biden on same page when it comes to student protestors in America
President of the United States of America Joe Biden and his most popular opponent Donald Trump are on the same page when it comes to
Sahiba encourages women to marry when they find Mr. Right
Lollywood actress Sahiba, wife of actor Afzal Khan aka Jan Rambo, has offered advise to women who want to get married. Sahiba and her husband
Director of ‘Gunjal’ wins debut award at India’s Dada Saheb Phalke film festival
Pakistani director Shoaib Sultan has won the debut director award for his film ‘Gunjal’ at the prestigious Dada Saheb Phalke Film Festival in New Delhi,
Rains, mudslides kill 29 in southern Brazil’s ‘worst disaster’
Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva on Thursday visited the country’s south where floods and mudslides caused by torrential rains have killed 29 people, with
Sher Afzal Marwat’s brother removed from KP cabinet
Khalid Latif Marwat’s, the brother of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) leader and member of the National Assembly (NA), Sher Afzal Marwat, has been removed from the
International Press Freedom Day marked by increased arrests of Pakistani journalists
May 3 is celebrated as International Press Freedom Day worldwide, however, Pakistan is considered one of the most dangerous countries in the world for journalism.
Is Khushal Khan about to get married? Actor talks about love
Actor and model Khushhal Khan is capturing the hearts of audiences with his hit drama serial ‘Mohabbat Gumshuda Meri’.Khushhal was invited as a guest on
Journalist killed in remote controlled blast in Khuzdar
A journalist named Mohammad Siddiq Mengal was killed on Friday when a remote control bomb blast targeted his vehicle in Khuzdar, Balochistan. Almost 10 other
Dananeer Mobeen to host our favorite ‘Girls-Only’ YouTube show
Girls in Pakistan sometimes feel sad because there aren’t many safe places for us, both in real life and online. But there’s hope! A new
Exclusive: ‘Aftab Iqbal locked me in a room for 2.5 hours’, Shafaat Ali’s claims and Iqbal’s ‘not true’ response
It’s been a tough month for Aftab Iqbal. After actor and comedian Sohail Ahmed publicly criticised Iqbal for the way he allegedly treats his team,
Yet another govt body to combat misinformation on the cards
Minister for Information and Broadcasting Attaullah Tarar on Thursday said the government was planning to form a separate authority to combat misinformation on social media.
‘Every frame is a painting’; Heeramandi captivates audiences
Netflix’s new series, ‘Heeramandi: The Diamond Bazaar,’ is now available on the streaming service. It’s created by Sanjay Leela Bhansali and it’s all about the
From England to Pakistan: Foreign bhabhi shares her love for this country
Many Pakistanis marry foreigners, as do many celebrities. Dil to kissi pay bhee aa sakta hai. We’ve seen foreign bhabhis and foreign behnois adapting to
Nawaz will be PM for fourth time within next two years, says Javed Latif
Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) senior leader Javed Latif has hinted that the federal government can consider early elections within the next two years, as doing
Terrorists involved in abduction of sessions judge killed in Tank
Security forces conducted a joint operation on Thursday in Kyber Pakhtunkhw’s Tehsil Tank, killing the terrorists who were involved in the abduction of a district
Historic Day: Pakistan launches first satellite mission to moon
Historic Day: Pakistan launches first satellite mission to moon
‘Girls are not display items’, Maya Khan on rishta rejections
A video of actress and TV host Maya Khan talking about how people search for girls for marriage is making rounds on social media and
Hamid Mir received death threats, CPJ urges authorities to investigate
The Committee to Protect Journalists (CPJ) has urged Pakistani authorities to “swiftly and impartially investigate death threats and online harassment targeting prominent television anchor Hamid
PM orders inquiry on wheat import last year
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has ordered an inquiry committee to investigate the import of wheat last year under caretaker setup despite abundant harvest. Shehbaz appointed
Heatwave swells Asia’s appetite for air-conditioning
Hong Kong (AFP) – A record-breaking heatwave is broiling parts of Asia, helping drive surging demand for cooling options, including air-conditioning. AC exhaust units are a
American women marries Pakistani Polo player after accepting Islam
American women marries Pakistani Polo player after accepting Islam
Is Parizaad 2 in the works? Ahmed Ali Akbar has a surprising reply
Ahmed Ali Akbar, the renowned actor and model who stole our hearts in the superhit drama ‘Parizaad’, has finally addressed rumors about whether the popular
UNESCO awards press prize to Palestinian journalists in Gaza
UNESCO on Thursday awarded its world press freedom prize to all Palestinian journalists covering the Israeli genocide against the people in Gaza since October 8,
‘Mujhay easy na laina’, Gandapur slams federal govt for not paying KP dues
Khyber Pakhtunkhwa’s (KP) Chief Minister Ali Amin Khan Gandapur criticized the federal Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N)-led government on Thursday, threatening that people from his province
ICC banned West Indies player Devon Thomas for five years
ICC banned West Indies player Devon Thomas for five years
PSL commissioner Naila Bhatti resigns from post
PSL commissioner Naila Bhatti resigns from post
Worcestershire county player Josh Baker passes away
English county Worcestershire’s player Josh Baker passed away
GCU students protest against American band concert
Students of Government College University (GCU) held Palestinian flags while protesting against a US Consulate-sponsored concert of the American band Raining Jane in Lahore. University
‘All that’s left for them now is to murder me – but I’m not afraid to die’, writes Imran Khan
Former Prime Minister of Pakistan Imran Khan wrote an op-ed for The Telegraph on May 2, blaming the military establishment for oppression, election rigging and
PCB to send women cricket team to Kakul for fitness
The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has decided to send the women cricket team to Kakul military camp for fitness. The players will be sent to
Police say 20 killed in mountain bus accident in Pakistan
At least 20 people were killed on Friday when a bus plunged into a deep valley in Pakistan’s mountainous northern region, police said. The driver
Pro-Palestinian students camp out at Mexico’s largest university
Mexico City (AFP) – Dozens of pro-Palestinian students from Mexico’s largest university camped out Thursday in solidarity with similar protests that have swept colleges in the
Official anthem of T20 World Cup released
Official anthem of the ICC T20 World Cup has released
SBP-held forex reserves rise by $25 million to reach $8 billion
The foreign exchange reserves held by the State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) increased by $25 million on a weekly basis, reaching $8 billion as of April 26, according to data released on Thursday.
Pak Suzuki cuts Swift prices by up to Rs710,000
Pak Suzuki Motor Company has recently announced a significant reduction in prices for its Swift variants, marking what the company terms a “limited time offer.” The decision comes amidst considerations of prevailing market dynamics.
Saudi crackdown on anti-Israel social media comments intensifies
In recent months, Saudi Arabian authorities have arrested a growing number of citizens for criticising Israel on social media.
Foreign Office laments German envoy incident at AJ Conference
Foreign Office Spokesperson Mumtaz Zahra Baloch on Thursday expressed regret over the incident faced by German Ambassador Alfred Grannas during an event in Lahore. Last
Bella Hadid stops modeling: ‘I won’t pretend anymore’
Supermodel Bella Hadid is stepping back from her glamorous career and starting afresh in Texas with her partner, Adan Banuelo.“After 10 years of modeling, I
ECP once again raises concerns over PTI’s intra-party polls
The Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP) has raised concerns over the recent intra-party polls of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI). The electoral body asked PTI to submit
Why have PIA flights to UAE been suspended?
Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) has issued travel guidelines for passengers planning to travel to the United Arab Emirates (UAE) as air operations to Dubai and
National cricket team’s doctor Sohail Saleem resigns
National cricket team’s doctor Sohail Saleem resigned
China says to take ‘necessary measures’ after fresh US sanctions
Beijing on Thursday said it would take “necessary measures” after the United States announced fresh sanctions aimed at crippling Russia’s military and industrial capabilities, punishing
Punjab main koora tax?
Express News has reported that the Punjab government has decided to hire local private companies instead of municipal services for waste management of 37 districts
After EMIGALA honor, Mahira Khan thanks family and fans
After winning the ‘Artist in Fashion’ title at the EMIGALA event in Dubai, Mahira Khan shared her excitement on social media. She posted a picture
Maryam’s advice to critics on TikTok videos doesn’t sit well with social media
Responding to criticism for regularly posting her daily activities on social media, Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz challenged her political opponents to come out of
‘We will not hold secret dialogue with military establishment’, says Ali Amin Gandapur
Chief Minister Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) Ali Amin Gandapur said on Wednesday that he was part of the panel nominated by founder Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) Imran
Sidhu Moosewala murder suspect Goldy Brar alive and free, US authorities verify
Goldy Brar, the main suspect in the killing of Indian rapper Sidhu Moosewala was falsely reported dead in a shooting in the US. The Fresno
Heatwave expected in Punjab soon
The Meteorological Department has predicted that Punjab is likely to be hit by a heatwave from May 12 onwards, with temperatures expected to surge past
Foreign companies seem uninterested in buying shares of PIA
The privatisation of Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) has started, but foreign companies do not seem interested in buying most of its shares, The Express Tribune
Imran Abbas, Neelam Muneer will star in ‘Mehshar’
Imran Abbas and Neelam Muneer are all set to storm your screens with their new drama serial Mehshar.The reunion of the dynamic duo has sparked
Cross-Border Love: ‘Jee Ve Sohneya Jee’ takes viewers on emotional journey
‘Jee Ve Sohneya Jee’ is a heartwarming family movie that tells the enchanting love story of Simi Chahal as Meher and Imran Abbas as Ali.
Well aware of our constitutional limits, says COAS Asim Munir
Addressing the passing out parade of Pakistan Air Force, Chief of Army Staff (COAS) General Syed Asim Munir said that the army is well aware
Final episode of ‘Ishq Murshid’ will premiere in cinemas this Friday
The final episode of blockbuster drama ‘Ishq Murshid’ is all set to hit cinema houses across the country on Friday (tomorrow). This theatrical release marks
Another motorway altercation, video gone viral
An incident of a group of women allegedly violating the law and misbehaving with the motorway police near Kallar Kahar has come to light. A
Final episode of ‘Ishq Murshid’ to premiere in cinemas this Friday
In an Instagram post on HUM TV’s account, it was revealed that the final episode will be showcased in multiple cinemas across major cities including
Bilawal Bhutto not in favour of privatising PIA
Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) chairman Bilawal Bhutto Zardari has expressed his opposition to the Shehbaz Sharif-led government’s privatisation policy for Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) and
Aima Baig, Muhammad Shiraz meeting has social media saying awww
Aima Baig, a prominent female artist in the music industry, has showcased her talent across various platforms, from film soundtracks to live performances. She is
70 people lost lives in militant attacks in April
Pakistan Institute for Conflict and Security Studies (PICSS), an Islamabad-based think-tank, published its monthly security assessment report in which it was revealed that militant attacks
Girls in Dir stopped from attending political events
The Government Postgraduate College in Timergara, Dir, has formally issued a directive telling female students not to “take part in political gatherings, birthday parties and
Those pesky, meddling kids are back; Netflix announces new Scooby Doo series
Netflix is creating a new live-action version of the Scooby-Doo franchise, which began with the 1969 animated TV series ‘Scooby-Doo, Where Are You’. The adaptation
Tweets or ‘terrorism’?: Saudi’s jailed online activists
A Saudi court’s decision to sentence fitness influencer Manahel al-Otaibi to 11 years in prison highlights what activists describe as a fierce crackdown on even
PTI alleges CJP Isa insincere with judicial ‘interference’ issue
Pakistan Tehreek-i-Insaf (PTI) central information secretary Raoof Hasan, on Wednesday, expressed concern over the conduct of Chief Justice of Pakistan (CJP) Qazi Faez Isa during
Pakistan squad finalized for England, Ireland tours
Pakistan squad for the tour of England and Ireland announced
More war debris in Gaza than Ukraine: UN
Geneva (AFP) – The Gaza Strip is filled with more war debris and rubble than Ukraine, the head of UN demining operations for the narrow Palestinian
‘Doesn’t feel good that the ideal cricketer Khan is in jail,’ Babar Azam allegedly told Army Chief
Imran Khan is an ideal cricketer, he doesn’t look good in jail’ says Babar Azam to Army Chief
Indian team likely to play all Champion Trophy matches in one city
Indian team likely to play all matches in one city during Champion Trophy 2025
US Federal Reserve holds interest rates steady for sixth consecutive meeting
The US Federal Reserve has once again left interest rates unchanged, maintaining its current rate at 5.25 per cent to 5.5 per cent.
April was Bitcoin’s worst month since late 2022 as investors took profits
Bitcoin experienced a significant downturn for the third day in a row on Wednesday, capping off its worst monthly performance in April since late 2022.
Avicenna College case: PMDC to initiate probe into girl’s death
The Avicenna Medical College continues to spiral deeper into controversy with Pakistan Medical and Dental Council (PMDC) taking notice of the death of a female
India’s ‘Don’t guess the age’ is the trend we want to see in Pakistan
‘Don’t guess the age’ is a new trend seen on Indian Twitter, and it has caught our eye. We sure want to see it in
Asim Azhar’s debut album features colabs with big names
Asim Azhar is getting ready to start a new part of his music career with his first album, ‘Bematlab’, releasing on May. The album will
Istanbul police clash with May Day protesters
Turkish police on Wednesday fired tear gas and rubber bullets and detained dozens of protesters after authorities banned May 1 rallies at Istanbul’s historic Taksim
US reassures Pakistan of its support to end terrorism
The United States (US) has reassured Pakistan once again of its support to end terrorism in the country for the safety of citizens and protection
Mobile SIMs of over 500,000 tax evaders to be blocked under FBR directive
The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has identified 506,671 individuals who have not filed their income tax returns for the 2023 tax year and issued an order to block their mobile phone SIM cards.
Shabana Azmi loves the smile of THIS Pakistani superstar
Indian icon Shabana Azmi recently shared a heartfelt compliment filled with love and admiration for our favourite Pakistani actress on Instagram. The post has created
Miftah Ismail cries while remembering treatment meted out to his family by PTI govt
Miftah Ismail, former finance minister of Pakistan, got emotional during a talk show on Dawn News when journalist Wasatullah Khan asked him about his feelings
4 years after TikTok ban, India’s influencers still searching for solid ground
Choreographer Sahil Kumar found fame showcasing folk dances on TikTok but his profile has been dormant since the video he posted four years ago supporting
Four onscreen couples driving Pakistani drama fans crazy
The classic story where a boy meets a girl but faces challenges along the way has been popular for ages, even back in Shakespeare’s time.
Madiha Rizvi, husband have quite the interesting love story
Last week, writer-poet Junaid Ali Perwez confirmed his marriage to versatile actor Madiha Rizvi with a wedding video shared on social media.During their first-ever joint
Pakistan, India will not reach T20 World Cup semi-finals: Michael Vaughan
Pakistan, India will not reach T20 World Cup semi-finals: Michael Vaughan
Six policemen injured in attack in Taunsa
Six security officials got injured, with one of them in critical condition, after terrorists attacked a police checkpoint in Taunsa Sharif on Wednesday morning. The
Sanjay Leela Bhansali thought about including Pakistani actors in Heeramandi
The much-hyped Netflix series ‘Heeramandi’, directed by renowned Bollywood filmmaker Sanjay Leela Bhansali, is now streaming on Netflix. It marks Sanjay’s debut as a director
PCB will make T20 World Cup 2024 anthem
PCB will make the anthem of the T20 World Cup 2024
April temperatures in Bangladesh hottest on record
Bangladesh last month saw the hottest average April temperatures since the country began keeping weather records in 1948, a senior forecaster told AFP on Wednesday.
Brown University reaches deal with student protesters
Brown University on Tuesday reached an agreement with students protesting the genocide in Gaza that would see them remove their encampment from school grounds in
Rana Sanaullah appointed PM Shehbaz’s adviser on political affairs
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has appointed Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) Punjab President Rana Sanaullah as his adviser on political and public affairs. The President of
‘Aik film tou banti hai’; Aamir Khan on working with Salman, Shah Rukh
Bollywood’s resident thespian king Aamir Khan has revealed that he’s been discussing a movie collaboration with the other two reigning Khans of Indian cinema, Shah
Sher Afzal Marwat will be new PAC chairman, announces Gohar Khan
Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) chairman Barrister Gohar Ali Khan has announced the name of party leader Sher Afzal Marwat as the new chairman of the Public
Iranian Oil smuggling skyrockets after new government takes over
Urdu News reported on April 30 that under the new government that came into being after the February 8 elections, the smuggling of Iranian oil