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Dame Maggie Smith, Iconic star of Harry Potter and Downton Abbey actress, has died at the age of 89. Her sons, Toby Stephens and Chris Larkin, confirmed her passing early on the morning of Friday, September 27th, 2024. In a statement, they expressed their sorrow, saying, “It is with great sadness we have to announce …
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KARACHI: Sindh Chief Minister Syed Murad Ali Shah has announced a massive development plan for Karachi. The government has allocated over PKR 200 billion for various projects across the city. One of the key projects is the Malir Expressway, designed to connect Karachi’s port with Jinnah International Airport. This project aims to reduce traffic congestion …
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The State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) has received the first loan tranche of around $1.027 billion from the International Monetary Fund (IMF). This will provide a significant boost to Pakistan’s economic recovery efforts by releasing its first loan tranche. Pakistan received the funds on Friday, following the IMF Executive Board’s approval. The State Bank of …
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Cristiano Ronaldo’s Al-Nassr is set to take on Al-Wehda in the Saudi Pro League this Friday, September 27. The anticipation for the match is palpable as fans eagerly await their star player’s performance. To boost the team’s morale, Ronaldo recently shared an inspiring message with his followers on Instagram. He posted a series of training …
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PESHAWAR: Faisal Amin Gandapur, brother of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa’s Chief Minister Ali Amin Gandapur, has filed a defamation lawsuit against the province’s governor, Faisal Karim Kundi. The lawsuit comes in response to corruption allegations directed at the provincial government. Faisal Amin seeks Rs 500 million in damages, asserting that the governor’s statements have harmed his family’s …
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NEW YORK: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif delivered a speech at the 79th session of the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) on Friday. He addressed urgent global issues, focusing on Israel’s military actions in Gaza, the unresolved Kashmir dispute, the climate crisis, and the international community’s failure to uphold justice and human rights. Sharif began his address …
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Samsung has unveiled the Galaxy S24 FE, introducing several key upgrades over its predecessor. The latest model comes with a larger 6.7-inch display and a bigger battery, aiming to offer users enhanced performance and longer battery life. Unlike previous years, there will be no variation in chipsets across regions. The Galaxy S24 FE is powered …
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KARACHI: Jamiat Ulema-e-Islam-Fazl (JUI-F) Secretary General Abdul Ghafoor Haideri firmly declared that his party will not support Justice Qazi Faez Isa during the ongoing constitutional amendment process. He expressed this stance during an informal conversation with journalists at Parliament House. Abdul Ghafoor criticized Justice Isa’s recent ruling in the Mubarak Sani case. He claimed that …
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The Pakistan government has officially revised the rules governing buyback and exchange programs for securities. This significant change aims to cut debt servicing costs by December 2024. This decision follows an unprecedented profit of Rs3.4 trillion reported by the State Bank of Pakistan (SBP). This profit arose due to the record-high interest rate of 22%, …
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ISLAMABAD: Electricity demand in Pakistan has officially crashed, signaling a significant challenge for the energy sector. This drop will likely outweigh a nominal decline in fuel costs next month, resulting in a substantial increase in quarterly tariff adjustments. This situation arises despite the addition of 21,000 MW of generation capacity over the past six years, …
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Peshawar: The Anti-Terrorism Court in Peshawar acquitted all 18 accused, including workers of the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI), in connection with the May 9 riots. The court cited a lack of evidence as the reason for the acquittal, according to news. Prosecutors charged the defendants with protesting in Landi Kotal on May 9, 2023. They accused them …
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At least 46 people, including 37 children, drowned in Bihar, India, while celebrating the Hindu festival Jitiya Parv. The tragedy unfolded as families performed ritual baths in rivers and ponds swollen by recent floods, according to local officials on Thursday. These incidents occurred between Tuesday and Wednesday across 15 districts in Bihar. The festival, which …
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As Israel’s invasion of Gaza enters Day 356, UN Secretary-General António Guterres has described the situation for two million Palestinians as a “living hell that somehow gets even worse by the day.” He emphasized the catastrophic conditions faced by residents in the region. “In the face of these catastrophic conditions, the women and men of …
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Dozens of people have been killed in Israeli attacks across Lebanon, according to health authorities. The Israeli air force expanded its bombardment for a fourth consecutive day. This escalation occurs despite growing international calls for a ceasefire. On Thursday, Lebanon’s Ministry of Public Health reported that at least 29 people were killed in the latest …
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The Saudi Ministry of Hajj has issued a stern warning to Pakistan’s Ministry of Religious Affairs about the rising issue of Pakistani beggars in Saudi Arabia. These individuals are entering the kingdom under Umrah visas. Sources indicate that Saudi authorities are increasingly concerned about the growing number of beggars arriving for religious pilgrimages. They warned …
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A recent incident involving an employee at Crusteez Donuts has taken social media by storm, drawing both attention and amusement from the public. The controversy began when the employee was caught on video saying, “Lanat ho ap pe to CPJ Qazi Faez Isa.” The comment quickly went viral, leading to Qazi Faez Isa and Crusteez …
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New research reveals that engaging in 30 to 40 minutes of moderate to vigorous exercise each day can effectively counteract the negative health effects of sitting for extended periods. This finding emerges from a meta-analysis published in 2020, which analyzed data from nine studies involving 44,370 participants across four countries, all equipped with fitness trackers. …
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Top national cricketers have raised significant concerns regarding mental health and delays in obtaining no-objection certificates (NOCs) from the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB). During the recent PCB Connection Camp, players expressed frustration over how these delays impact their participation in foreign leagues. Local news outlets reported these concerns, citing sources close to the situation. The …
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In the latest episode of Al Jazeera’s Centre Stage, civil rights lawyer Clive Stafford Smith shares insights into his work as legal counsel for prisoners at Guantanamo Bay. In Part 1 of the episode, Stafford Smith focuses on Aafia Siddiqui, his most well-known client. He argues that Siddiqui, a Pakistani neuroscientist, is a victim of …
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India vs. Bangladesh, 2nd Test: Rohit Sharma’s Team India aims for a series clean sweep in Kanpur, but rain might complicate things. A day before the game, rain hit Kanpur, although it wasn’t heavy. On the morning of Day 1, there was no rain overnight, but the skies remained overcast. India, riding high after their …
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Indian YouTuber Ranveer Allahbadia, known for his channel Beer Biceps, experienced a major setback when hackers targeted his YouTube channels on September 25. The hack came shortly after the Indian Supreme Court’s YouTube channel was also compromised. Hackers renamed Allahbadia’s main channel, Beer Biceps, to “@Elon.trump.tesla_live2024,” and changed his personal channel to “@Tesla.event.trump_2024.” The hackers …
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The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) is ramping up its efforts to ensure business compliance. According to official sources, the FBR will impose stringent measures on companies that fail to register. This move aims to tackle the significant tax gap in the country, which currently stands at a staggering Rs 3,400 billion in terms of …
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Palestinian journalist Bisan Owda and Al Jazeera’s AJ+ have won an Emmy in the Outstanding Hard News Feature Story category for their impactful documentary, It’s Bisan From Gaza – and I’m Still Alive. This recognition comes despite a campaign by a pro-Israel lobby to rescind her nomination, which the Television Academy ultimately rejected. Bisan Owda …
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