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
April Recap
Every time I sit down to write the intro for our monthly round-up, the first word to sum everything up is “crazy”. The things are
Pakistan about to launch first satellite mission to moon
Pakistan is about to send a satellite mission to the moon with help from China. Talking to Geo News, Dr. Khurram Khurshid, a member of
Najam Sethi is angry at FIA’s inappropriate behavior with PCB female staff
Former Chairman Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) Najam Sethi is angry over the misbehavior of Federal Investigation Agency (FIA) staff during a raid on the PCB.
AstraZeneca admits in court that vaccine had rare side effects
AstraZeneca has admitted in court that its vaccine can cause rare side effects, including blood clots and low platelet count. The vaccine, which was developed
Gold prices fall for third consecutive session, dropping by Rs2,000 per tola
Gold prices in Pakistan continued their downward trend for the third consecutive session on Tuesday, mirroring the decline in international markets.
Rana Sanaullah likely to become interior adviser
Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) made another important decision after making Ishaq Dar the deputy prime minister of the country. Sources have told Samaa that PML-N
Why Is Kamal Haasan happy about Shah Rukh Khan’s desire to buy a plane?
Renowned South Indian actor Kamal Haasan is happy that Bollywood superstar Shahrukh Khan’s desires to buy a plane.During a conversation with his daughter Shruti Haasan,
Pakistan receives final installment of IMF’s $3 billion SBA
Pakistan has received the final tranche of $1.1 billion from the International Monetary Fund (IMF) as part of its $3 billion Stand-By Arrangement (SBA), the State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) announced on Tuesday.
Sibling Bond: Zara Noor Abbas posts the cutest video with her brother
Zara Noor Abbas is currently in Lahore, enjoying quality time with her family. Recently, she gave her brother Ahmed a stylish makeover using hair extensions.
Do actresses feel insecure because of Imran Abbas’ good looks?
Imran Abbas is recognized as not only one of Pakistan’s talented actors but also as one of its most handsome men. He recently appeared as
‘Mein aapki har bat sunon ga, taqreeban manon ga’, says Chairman Avicenna
The controversy of Avicenna Medical College where the students had levelled serious allegations against the chairman and college administration has taken a turn as the
India and England announces their squads for T20 World Cup 2024
India and England announces squad for T20 World Cup 2024
Former minister Fawad Chaudhry denies leaving PTI
Former federal minister Fawad Chaudhry has denied leaving Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) and clarified that those who have left the party will rejoin in the future.
Uber has shut down its service in Lahore
Uber has shut down its service in Lahore
‘General Faiz was running Pakistan back then’; says CJP Isa
Chief Justice of Pakistan (CJP) Qazi Faez Isa on Tuesday said “Did the world not know who was running Pakistan then[in 2018]? I gave it
Aroob Jatoi breaks silence on controversial deepfake video
Aroob Jatoi, wife of famous YouTuber Ducky Bhai, has spoken up about a leaked video that appears to show her in the nude, which has
NAB clears Shahid Khaqan Abbasi, others in LNG reference
The National Accountability Bureau (NAB) has cleared former Prime Minister Shahid Khaqan Abbasi in the Liquified Natural Gas (LNG) reference on Tuesday. The court declared
Pakistan’s inflation eases with further decline expected in coming months
Pakistan’s headline inflation is expected to range between 18.5 per cent and 19.5 per cent in April 2024, with further deceleration projected in the coming months.
Here’s why Mathira couldn’t get a selfie with Salman Khan
Model and host Mathira Mohammad recently said she really likes Bollywood superstar Salman Khan. But she couldn’t take a photo with him, even though they
Caretaker setup allegedly profited 85 billion in Wheat Crisis Scheme
Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf Senator Aon Abbas has claimed on a talk show on Geo News that the previous caretaker government was singlehandedly responsible for creating the
‘People were standing outside just to welcome me’; Aamir Khan on Punjab’s hospitality during Dangal shoot
Bollywood’s perfectionist Aamir Khan is grateful for the hospitality of the people of Indian Punjab while he was shooting ‘Dangal’ in 2016. Aamir Khan attended
‘Shayan suffers from mental health issues,’ his lawyer tells UK Court
A legal representative for Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) activist in the UK Shayan Ali, who is famous for protesting outside Nawaz Sharif’s residence in London, has
South Africa announces squad for T20 World Cup 2024
South Africa has announced squad for T20 World Cup 2024
Asma Jahangir Conference receives flak for expelling pro-Palestinian protestors
Asma Jahangir Conference that was held in Lahore over the weekend was disrupted by protests of pro-Palestine students during the German Ambassador’s speech. The Ambassador
Who does Khan trust the most in PTI?
Imran Khan revealed the names while speaking to journalists in Adiala jail on Monday. Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) designated three PTI members, including Chief Misinter Khyber
Zhalay Sarhadi’s humorous take on popular TikTok trend
A popular trend on TikTok shows people from different backgrounds explaining who they are in humorous takes starting with, “I am a..”. Actress Zhalay Sarhadi
Video: Umar Gul cries talking about close friend’s death
Video: Umar Gul cries talking about close friend’s death
Director Imtiaz Ali worries about reaction from Amar Singh Chamkila’s first wife at film screening
Renowned Indian film director, producer and screenwriter was worried about the reaction from the first wife of Punjabi singer Amar Singh Chamkila at the film
Suspension of internet during general elections was restriction on freedom of expression: Report
In its latest annual report, the Freedom Network states that the shutdown of mobile networks and suspension of the internet during the February 8 general
Pakistani cricketers refuse to display betting ads on County Cricket shirts
Pakistani cricketers refuse to display betting ads on County Cricket shirts
Hapless KP government paid Rs 5 crore to TTP for freeing abducted judge
Sessions Judge Shakirullah Marwat, who was abducted by unidentified kidnappers on Dera Ismail Khan’s Tank Road, returned home safely on Monday. However, senior journalist Azaz
Imam Masjid killed by unknown men in India
Unknown persons entered a mosque and allegedly tortured and killed the imam in Ajmer, India. The 30-year-old imam of the mosque, Mohammad Mahir, was allegedly
PTI’s Shehzad Akbar set to take legal action against Pakistani government over acid attack in UK
Former federal minister and Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) member Shehzad Akbar is taking legal action against the Pakistani government in the UK after he got injured
Why is South Africa still waiting for a female president?
South Africa has one of the world’s highest rates of female parliamentary representation in the world while boasting one of the most progressive constitutions. Yet
Maulana Fazl backs PTI in NA speech
Jamiat Ulema-e-Islam-Fazl (JUI-F) chief Maulana Fazlur Rehman, in his first speech in the National Assembly, criticised the ruling government, the recent general elections of February
Amir Khan gets permission to reopen boxing academy in Islamabad
Amir Khan got permission to reopen boxing academy in Islamabad