Pakistani Pilgrims to Spend Rs9.94 Billion on Sacrificial Animals for Hajj 2025

Pakistani pilgrims performing Hajj in 2025 will collectively spend approximately Rs9.94 billion on sacrificial animals, according to sources within the Ministry of Religious Affairs (MoRA). Each pilgrim under the government Hajj scheme is contributing Rs55,500 for this religious obligation. Over 35,000 pilgrims have already deposited Rs1.94 billion for the sacrifice, demonstrating the organized efforts to …

Donald Trump Vows Swift Immigration Crackdown in Washington Rally

Donald Trump addressed thousands of supporters at a rally in Washington on Sunday. He pledged to impose strict immigration limits on his first day in office. Trump vowed to halt what he called an “invasion” of the country by sunset on Monday. The rally, held at the Capital One Arena, was part of a “Make …

KSE-100 Index Surges Over 500 Points Amid Bullish Trend

KARACHI: The Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) maintained its positive trajectory on Monday, as the benchmark KSE-100 index gained 572.73 points. The index closed at 115,844.82 points, up 0.5% from the previous session’s 115,272.08. The market witnessed a turnover of 675.04 million shares, up from 549.58 million shares in the last session. The value of traded …

Gaza Family Devastated by Airstrike Minutes Before Ceasefire

Khan Younis, Gaza Strip, Palestine: The long-awaited ceasefire in Gaza, scheduled to begin at 8:30 am on Sunday, brought hope to many displaced families. But for the al-Qidra family, it turned into a devastating nightmare. The al-Qidras, displaced multiple times during the 15-month war, packed their belongings and set out for eastern Khan Younis, hoping …

Ceasefire Between Israel and Hamas Begins, Thousands Return Home

DEIR EL-BALAH, GAZA: A long-awaited truce between Israel and Hamas took effect on Sunday, allowing displaced Gazans to return home after months of relentless conflict. The truce began three hours later than planned due to disagreements over the release of hostages. Hamas released three Israeli women hostages—Romi Gonen, Emily Damari, and Doron Steinbrecher—on the first …

Nawaz Sharif Urges Shehbaz to Prioritize National Interest in PTI Talks

LAHORE: Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) President Nawaz Sharif advised Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif to prioritize national interest during the ongoing negotiations with Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI). The meeting took place on Sunday at Jati Umra, Lahore, and lasted two hours. According to the PML-N statement, Prime Minister Shehbaz briefed Nawaz Sharif about the country’s political and …

Gwadar International Airport Becomes Operational Today

KARACHI: Gwadar International Airport is officially opening today (Monday), marking a significant milestone in Pakistan’s aviation history. A flight from Karachi, PK-503, will be the first to land on the newly constructed runway. First Flight to Receive Water Salute The inaugural flight will receive a ceremonial water salute upon its arrival at Gwadar International Airport. …

India and Sri Lanka Dominate with Bowling Brilliance

The U-19 Women’s T20 World Cup 2025 kicked off in dramatic fashion as India and Sri Lanka registered resounding victories on the opening day in Kuala Lumpur. Defending champions India crushed West Indies by nine wickets, while Sri Lanka demolished Malaysia by 139 runs, with both teams showcasing outstanding bowling performances. India’s Bowlers Decimate West …

TikTok Ban Lifted as Trump Delays Nationwide Shutdown

The TikTok ban, which took effect on January 19, 2025, disrupted millions of users across the U.S. before President-elect Donald Trump intervened to delay its enforcement. The popular social media app is now back online for many users, following Trump’s promise to work toward a long-term solution. The keyword TikTok ban has been at the …

Bangladesh Delegation Strengthens Defence Ties with Pakistan Navy

A high-ranking Bangladesh military delegation led by Lieutenant General SM Kamrul Hassan, Principal Staff Officer (PSO) of Bangladesh’s Armed Forces Division, visited senior Pakistan Navy officials on Sunday to discuss defence collaboration and regional security. The visit underscored the shared commitment of both nations to fostering stronger professional ties. Key Meetings and Discussions During his …

Quantum Foam and the Early Universe: Rethinking Cosmic Inflation

The early universe underwent a period of rapid expansion known as cosmic inflation, which shaped the large-scale structure of the cosmos. For decades, scientists have theorized that this inflation was powered by an unknown force called the inflaton field. However, new research suggests that inflation might have occurred without introducing a new entity, relying instead …

Conflict’s Hidden Toll: The Fight Against Hepatitis

The battle to eliminate hepatitis B and C by 2030 faces a daunting challenge—conflict and political instability. These crises disrupt fragile healthcare systems, allowing infectious diseases like hepatitis to thrive. Sustained efforts in prevention, diagnosis, and treatment are critical to the global hepatitis elimination agenda, but these become nearly impossible in war-torn regions and among …

Stock Market Set for Growth Amid Attractive Valuations

The stock market closed the week on a high note, signaling optimism for continued growth. Political unpredictability and rising crude oil prices caused fluctuations throughout the week, but appealing valuations and improving economic indicators helped maintain investor interest. Analysts anticipate strong financial results in the upcoming earnings season, further boosting market confidence. Positive Week-End Performance …

Tech World Abuzz: Galaxy S25 Launch and Other Smartphones

The mobile industry is abuzz with anticipation for the highly awaited Galaxy S25 launch, which is expected to set the stage for flagship devices in 2025. Leaked renders and promotional materials hint at sleek, thinner designs across the S25 lineup. As excitement builds, other notable devices like the Nothing Phone (3) and the Poco F7 …

Karachi Faces Power Breakdown After Transmission Line Fault

Karachi experienced a massive power breakdown on Sunday, plunging several areas into darkness due to a fault in an Extra High Tension (EHT) line. The disruption affected over 400 feeders across 23 grid stations, halting electricity supply in major parts of the city. Cause of the Breakdown The power outage began at 11 AM when …

Pakistan’s Sajid and Abrar Shine in Dominant Test Win

Pakistan’s spinners Sajid Khan and Abrar Ahmed delivered a clinical performance to secure a 127-run victory against the West Indies on the third day of the first Test in Multan. The hosts took a 1-0 lead in the two-match series, thanks to Sajid’s 5-50 and Abrar’s 4-27. West Indies, chasing a target of 251, collapsed …

Action Against Kurram Miscreants Declared Unavoidable

  The Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) government has announced that action against miscreants in the troubled Kurram District is now unavoidable. Following months of unrest and attacks that claimed over 170 lives, authorities aim to stabilize the area through targeted operations, ensuring safety for peaceful residents. Rising Tensions in Kurram The volatile situation in Kurram stems …

TikTok Shuts Down US Operations Ahead of Federal Ban

In a surprise move, TikTok has shut down its operations in the United States, just hours before a federal ban was set to take effect. This decision comes after a lengthy legal battle between TikTok and the US government over concerns about the app’s ownership by ByteDance, a Chinese company, and potential risks to national …

Buckingham Palace Invites Prince Harry Ahead of UK Visit

Prince Harry has received a significant gesture of goodwill from Buckingham Palace ahead of his trip to the UK. King Charles III has reportedly invited the Duke of Sussex to stay at the royal residence, signaling a desire to mend strained family ties. However, Harry has declined the offer, choosing instead to make independent arrangements. …

Trump Administration to Launch Migrant Raids on Day One

The Trump administration’s migrant raids will begin on the first full day of Donald Trump’s presidency, targeting undocumented migrants in major US cities. Tom Homan, the incoming “border tsar,” has promised widespread operations to detain and deport migrants living in the US without authorization, prioritizing criminals and gang members. These actions mark the start of …

Israel-Hamas Ceasefire to Begin Sunday Morning

The much-awaited Israel-Hamas ceasefire in Gaza is set to take effect on Sunday at 8:30 am (06:30 GMT). Announced by Qatar’s Foreign Ministry, the ceasefire marks a crucial step in halting hostilities that have caused extensive devastation and loss of life. While the agreement aims to provide relief to displaced Palestinians and prisoners on both …

World’s First Chatbot ELIZA Revived After 60 Years

The groundbreaking chatbot ELIZA, the first of its kind in the history of artificial intelligence (AI), has been revived after 60 years. Created by MIT professor Joseph Weizenbaum in the 1960s, ELIZA was rediscovered and restored by researchers who uncovered its long-lost computer code in the archives of MIT. Despite its age, this pioneering program …

$TRUMP Meme Coin Skyrockets to $8 Billion Market Cap in Hours

A new cryptocurrency, $TRUMP, has taken the Solana blockchain by storm, achieving an $8 billion market cap within hours of its launch. Allegedly tied to President-elect Donald Trump, the coin has sparked both excitement and skepticism across the crypto community. Meteoric Rise on Solana The $TRUMP token, branded as the “Official Trump Meme Coin,” was …

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