DG ISPR: Indian Media propagating misinformation about the Panjshir war

Major General Babar Iftikhar, Director-General Inter-Services Public Relations (DG ISPR), stated that certain prominent foreign and Indian media outlets wrote and aired fake news articles in an attempt to spread Pakistan’s meddling in Afghanistan’s domestic affairs. The spokesperson for the military’s media wing told a local press conference that the way Indian journalists and media …

K-Electric 900 MW BQPS-III will drive industrial growth and Port activity – Ali Zaidi

Karachi: Minister for Maritime Affairs Ali Zaidi visited K-Electric’s Bin Qasim Power Station 3 (BQPS-III) on Monday and was apprised of the progress on the USD 650 million mega project which will add almost 900 MW of electricity to Karachi’s power supply. The meeting was also attended by the Chairman of Port Qasim Authority, Rear …

Akcent praises Pakistan after NZ’s abrupt cancellation

Following New Zealand’s abrupt and sad cancellation of Pakistan tour due to security concerns only one day before the tour was scheduled to begin, Romanian pop band Akcent has expressed their love and support for Pakistan. On Friday, New Zealand’s squad was set to face Pakistan in its first match on Pakistani soil in 18 …

TTP commander killed in Mir Ali operation: ISPR

The Security Forces on Monday during an intelligence-based operation (IBO) conducted in Mir Ali area of North Waziristan killed Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) terrorist commander Safiullah and also recovered a huge cache of weapons and ammunition. According to an Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) media statement, the terrorist Safiullah belonged to Mir Ali and was engaged in …

NZ tour cancellation: McClenaghan reacts to Hafeez’s Tweet

New Zealand’s pacer, Mitchell McClenaghan, does not believe Pakistani cricketers and supporters should be criticizing New Zealanders for canceling the two-nation trip. The Kiwi pacer reacted to veteran Pakistan cricketer Mohammad Hafeez in a tweet that has since been removed, after Hafeez criticized New Zealand’s cricketing officials on Saturday when the Kiwis flew out of …

SBP to issue a statement about policy rate today

KARACHI: The Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) of the State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) is scheduled to announce the policy rate at 4:30 p.m. today (Monday). Due to the present economic scenario, experts predict that the interest rate will remain at 7%. SBP Governor Dr Reza Baqir stated in July’s policy statement that the policy rate …

UNGA address: PM to focus on Kashmir, Afghanistan issue

Islamabad: On September 24, Prime Minister Imran Khan will deliver a virtual speech to the United Nations General Assembly’s 76th session, focusing on the developing situation in Afghanistan and the Kashmir problem. Pakistan’s UN Ambassador Munir Akram explained Islamabad’s position on the session, saying, “We will participate fully in the General Assembly session.” “Building resilience …

“CEC should join politics”, Fawad Chaudry criticised Sikandar Sultan Raja

ISLAMABAD: Federal Minister for Information and Broadcasting Fawad Chaudhry on Saunday has asserted that the 2023 general elections will only be held after electoral reforms take place. The minister announced this while adressing a press conference on Sunday in Islamabad demaned that Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) Sikandar Sultan Raja should resign and join politics if …

“We received a specific and credible threat”, NZ chief executive

New Zealand Cricket Chief Executive David White stated on Sunday that the board was initially pleased with Pakistan’s security procedures, which is why the team was sent there. Kiwi team made headlines when it canceled its ODI and T20 series against Pakistan just minutes before the toss for the first ODI between the two sides …

Chairman NEPRA Commends Graduation of K-Electric First Women Certified Electricians Cohort

Karachi: On a visit to K-Electric, Chairman NEPRA Mr. Tauseef H. Farooqi presided over the graduation of Pakistan’s first cohort of certified women electricians. The ceremony was also attended by Mr. Rafique Ahmad Shaikh, Vice Chairman, Mr. Maqsood Anwar Khan, Member, and Ms. Huma Zafar, Consultant CSR from the Authority. This program, launched as a …

“Pakistan is the most affected by instability in Afghanistan”, High Commissioner Pakistan

London – Farah Kazmi: High Commissioner Moazzam Ahmad Khan, who is also Pakistan’s authorised representative to the Commonwealth, represented Pakistan at the annual Commonwealth Foreign Affairs Ministers meeting conducted virtually today on behalf of Foreign Minister Makhdoom Shah Mahmood Qureshi. Moazzam Ahmad Khan informed the meeting about Pakistan’s perspective on Commonwealth problems such as climate …

Taliban’s Mullah Abdul Ghani Baradar added in Time’s 100 most influential people

Mullah Abdul Ghani Baradar, a co-founder of the Taliban and a seasoned military leader, has been named one of Time magazine’s 100 most important people for 2021. Veteran writer Ahmed Rashid wrote Baradar’s profile, describing him as a “very religious character” and a charismatic military leader. He’s also one of the group’s moderate faces, as …

Umer Sharif receives US visa for medical treatment

KARACHI: The US government has granted visas to ailing veteran comedian Umer Sharif and his family for medical treatment in the United States. Umer Sharif is receiving treated for cardiac problems at a private hospital in Karachi and has asked Prime Minister Imran Khan to expedite US visas for his surgery in the United States. …

Kim Kardashian goes an extra mile with Met Gala Fashion

Kim Kardashian is serious about her Met Gala style. Since her debut red carpet appearance in the now-iconic floral print Givenchy maternity dress in 2013, the reality star has continuously gone above and above with her choices. Given that, as well as her most recent wet-look raindrop gown, which drew Thierry Mugler out of retirement …

International Prices of dible Oil Hiked Local Costs of Ghee

KARACHI: The unpredictable worldwide prices of edible oil have driven up local costs of ghee/vegetable in the country, and a sliding scale is needed to link the pricing of ghee in local markets with the international markets, according to a senior government official. Finance and Revenue Minister Shaukat Tarin, who presided over a meeting of …

Mohammad Yousuf tests positive for COVID-19

Former cricketer Mohammad Yousuf will not be available as a coach in Pakistan’s T20 squad as he tested positive for coronavirus. Omar Rashid will manage the Pakistan T20 players in the absence of Mohammad Yousuf, according to sources. It should be remembered that the 5-player New Zealand series and World Cup squad camp will begin …

Afghan govt requests CAA Pakistan to begin flights for Afghanistan

The new Afghan ruling government has contacted Pakistan’s Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) to request permission for planned flights by Afghanistan Airlines Ariana and Kam Air. The Afghan Ministry of Civil Aviation submitted a letter to the Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) requesting approval for the planned flights of Afghanistan Airlines Ariana and Kam Air to Pakistan, …

Rapper G-Eazy arrested for assaulting socialite

G-Eazy was arrested on Monday after being charged with assault in connection with a nightclub altercation. According to Page Six, the No Limit hitmaker’s gang got into a fight with another group early Friday morning at the Standard hotel, as revelers partied the night away at Fashion Week parties at Le Bain and the Boom …

Shops, businesses to remain open till 10 pm, Sindh Govt

KARACHI: The provincial administration of Sindh government lifted several coronavirus-related restrictions on Wednesday, citing the falling trend of COVID-19 infections in the province. Markets, stores, and other enterprises in Sindh are permitted to stay open until 10 p.m. with strict adherence to COVID-19 SOPs, according to a notification issued by the Sindh Home Department. Nonetheless, …

Prince William, Kate Middleton send Prince Harry birthday greetings

On his 37th birthday on Wednesday, Prince Harry got love and lovely wishes from his brother Prince William and Kate Middleton. Prince William and Kate Middleton, the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge, went to their official Twitter and Instagram accounts at the same time to wish Prince Harry a happy birthday. On the Duke of …

Mercury expected to increase in Karachi today

KARACHI: Today is anticipated to be “extremely hot” in Karachi, according to the Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD), with temperatures reaching 41 degrees Celsius. According to the Met Office, the highest temperature in the city will remain between 39 and 41 degrees Celsius on Wednesday. Over the next 24 hours, the weather will stay hot and …

Pakistan records decline in COVID positivity rate

KARACHI: Pakistan has been seeing a gradual decline in daily COVID-19 cases over the last two days. Nearly 2,714 fresh cases were reported on Wednesday morning as per the National Command and Operation Centre’s statistics showed. The positivity rate, according to the NCOC’s latest stats, fell to 4.78 percent . The last time the country’s …

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