The Lahore High Court has instructed the Election Commission to respond to a contempt of court petition regarding the scheduling of elections to the Punjab Assembly. The court had previously ruled on Friday that the ECP should announce a date for the polls, yet no date has been issued, prompting the contempt petition. In its …
Yearly Archives: 2023
After critical documentary, Indian tax officers search BBC offices
Indian tax officials search BBC bureaus after critical documentary on Modi Indian tax officers have conducted searches on the BBC’s bureaus in Mumbai and New Delhi. The searches took place after the BBC released a documentary that was critical of Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s role in the 2002 Gujarat riots. The documentary focused on Modi’s …
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Actor and wife of Turkish series Kurulus Osman die in earthquake, mourned by fans
Turkish actor Çağdaş Çankaya, best known for his role in the hit series Kuruluş Osman, and his wife Zilan Tigris, a professional musician, have tragically been declared dead following the catastrophic earthquakes that hit Turkey and Syria. The quakes have killed thousands of people and forced millions to stay outdoors in extreme weather. As rescue …
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Nora Fatehi to Star in Kunal Khemu’s Debut Film ‘Madgaon Express’
Nora Fatehi, the actor and dancer, is all set to play a role in Kunal Khemu’s debut directorial project ‘Madgaon Express’. The film was announced in August 2022 and is produced by Farhan Akhtar and Ritesh Sidhwani under their banner, Excel Entertainment. According to sources, the film is a fun-filled comedy with an ensemble cast, …
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Over 40,000 dead as 9 rescued from Turkihe earthquake debris
Nine survivors were pulled from the rubble more than a week after a 7.8 magnitude earthquake hit Turkiye and neighboring Syria, as the focus of aid efforts turned towards helping survivors without shelter or enough food in freezing temperatures. The death toll in the combined countries is over 41,000, with many left homeless and struggling …
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President Alvi rejects approval of ‘mini-budget ordinance’ for IMF deal
On Tuesday, President Dr Arif Alvi rejected a request by the federal government to approve an ordinance that would impose new taxes to generate additional revenue in line with the conditions of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) and revive a stalled $6.5 billion bailout package. According to an official statement released by the President House, …
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Zalmi Defeats Kings by 2 Runs in Nail-Biting Match
In a thrilling second match of the Pakistan Super League 2023 held at the National Bank Cricket Arena on Tuesday, Captain Imad Wasim’s unbeaten 80 went in vain as Peshawar Zalmi beat Karachi Kings by just two runs. Peshawar Zalmi batted first after Karachi Kings’ invitation and posted 199-5, thanks to Tom Kohler-Cadmore’s impressive 92 …
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BBC responds to Indian tax authorities’ survey
The Income Tax Department in India conducted a survey at the offices of the British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC) in Mumbai and Delhi on Tuesday, as part of an investigation into alleged tax evasion. The BBC stated that it was cooperating fully with the tax authorities, and hoped to resolve the situation as soon as possible. …
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Interbank rupee gains momentum against dollar
The Pakistani rupee gained ground against the US dollar in interbank trading on Tuesday, rising by Rs2.59 to be quoted at 266.85. This gain came after the local currency had seen a decline on the first day of the week, closing at 269.44 against the greenback. The slight strengthening of the rupee has been attributed …
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Flying taxis to launch in Dubai by 2026
Dubai is set to launch air taxis by 2026. During the World Government Summit, the UAE’s Vice-President, Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid, approved the design and locations for air taxi stations in Dubai. He confirmed in a recent tweet that the air taxis will start operating within three years. Women-Only Pink Taxis in Karachi The air …
US ‘deeply concerned’ over Putin’s coup plan
Charges of Putin’s coup plans in Moldova by its president are ‘deeply concerning’ says US National Security Council spokesman The US National Security Council has expressed alarm over allegations that Russian President Vladimir Putin is plotting a coup in Moldova. Moldovan President Maia Sandu recently warned that Putin is intending to use foreign saboteurs to …
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Fans react to choreographer’s BTS pic of SRK and Salman Khan together
A recent Instagram post by choreographer Shiamak Davar has left Bollywood fans nostalgic. The post featured a throwback photo of Shah Rukh Khan and Salman Khan taken during a rehearsal for some event or show. The photo shows the two stars looking younger, with Shah Rukh wearing a grey shirt and baggy pants with a …
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FM Bilawal urges political parties to unite for crisis resolution
In an effort to overcome the crises faced by Pakistan, Foreign Minister Bilawal Bhutto-Zardari called for all political parties to come together and form a consensus on a code of conduct for resolving issues and moving forward. Speaking at the golden jubilee celebrations of the Constitution of 1973 at Parliament House, Bilawal shared that the …
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Possible Rs20 Increase in Petrol Price from Feb 16
Pakistan may experience another significant surge in petrol prices in the upcoming fuel price review on February 15, 2023, with sources suggesting a possible increase of up to Rs20 per litre. This rise in prices is mainly due to the high international price of petrol on a free on board (FOB) basis, as calculated by …
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Shahid Khaqan opposes arrest of Shaukat Tarin
Shaukat Khaqan Abbasi, a leader of the Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N), has spoken out against the planned arrest of Shaukat Tarin, a senator of the ruling Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) party and former finance minister. Tarin is accused of attempting to disrupt talks with the International Monetary Fund (IMF). Abbasi believes that Tarin should be tried …
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Moderna CEO clarifies company’s vaccine production capacity at Davos 2023
Moderna CEO Stephane Bancel spoke at the Davos 2023 conference about how the company was able to quickly scale up vaccine production at the start of the Covid-19 pandemic. False Claim Circulates Online About Moderna’s Covid Vaccine Production Bancel said that Moderna had only manufactured a total of 100,000 doses of vaccine in 2019 and …
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Lahore Qalandars Win Over Multan Sultans in PSL 8 Opening Match
In the opening match of the 2023 Pakistan Super League (PSL), Lahore Qalandars secured a victory against Multan Sultans at the Multan Cricket Stadium. Despite Khushdil Shah’s valiant efforts for the Sultans, striking four boundaries, the Qalandars were able to hold off the chase and secure the win. The Sultans were off to a strong …
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No murder evidence of Arshad Sharif found in Kenya: JIT informs SC
The Joint Investigation Team (JIT) tasked with investigating the murder of senior journalist Arshad Sharif reported to the Supreme Court of Pakistan that no substantial evidence was discovered during their visit to Kenya and that there was a lack of cooperation from the authorities in the East African nation. The court, which was presided over …
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Future Apple Watches may feature cameras
The tech giant Apple has filed a patent (US-11571048-B1) for an Apple Watch strap that could contain a camera. According to Patently Apple, an Apple-focused blog that brings in the latest news about any new patents filed by Apple, the patented watch strap mechanism will allow Apple to include a built-in camera in their watches. …
Pad “Blue Tick” likely to be introduced on Instagram
The introduction of a paid verification service, allowing users to receive a blue tick next to their name, may soon be rolled out on Instagram, according to reports. The feature was reportedly discovered in the app’s source code by a developer and reverse engineer, Alessandro Paluzzi. This speculation comes just a few months after Twitter …
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UNESCO reports a 9% enrollment rise with improved school meals
According to a report by UNESCO, providing school meals has been found to increase enrollment by 9% and attendance by 8%. The report also highlights the impact of deworming and micronutrient supplementation in areas where anemia and infections are prevalent, leading to students staying in school for an additional 2.5 years. FrieslandCampina partners with University …
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Concerns over Britney Spears’ health worry Sam Asghari
According to a friend of Britney Spears, Sam Asghari has been providing support for the singer amid concerns about her deteriorating mental health. The source stated that Spears’ depression has been triggered by her sons’ refusal to visit her, and Asghari is doing everything in his power to make her happy. Initially, the friend had …
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PSL 8 kicks off today in Multan
As the eighth season of the Pakistan Super League (PSL) approaches, fans are eagerly awaiting the start of the tournament. The opening ceremony promises to be a glittering event, before the finalists of the previous season, Multan Sultans and Lahore Qalandars, face off once again. Over the course of 34 matches, hosted by the cities …