Pakistan Rejects US Sanctions on Technology Firms Linked to Missile Programme

Pakistan firmly rejected US sanctions on its technology companies on Saturday. The US accused these firms of links to Pakistan’s ballistic missile programme. Pakistan called the move unfair, baseless, and politically motivated. “Pakistan considers this action biased and politically motivated,” said Mumtaz Zahra Baloch, spokesperson for the Ministry of Foreign Affairs. She claimed that past …

Usman’s Century, Haider and Shadab Fifties Propel Panthers to 329 vs Dolphins

Usman Khan registered his maiden List A century, while Haider Ali and captain Shadab Khan contributed fifties, helping the Panthers set a challenging 329-run target for the Dolphins in the third match of the Champions One-Day Cup at Iqbal Stadium, Faisalabad. The Panthers’ innings started on shaky ground, with openers Saim Ayub (6) and Abdul …

Manchester City vs Brentford – Haaland Strikes Again as City Fight Back

Follow live as Manchester City take on Brentford in the Premier League today. The reigning champions are looking to secure a fifth consecutive title by the end of the 2024/25 season, and you can follow every moment right here. City, under Pep Guardiola, have made a flawless start with three wins from three. However, the …

IHC Stops Arrest of PTI Leader Sher Afzal Marwat Without Court’s Permission

ISLAMABAD: The Islamabad High Court (IHC) on Saturday issued an order preventing the arrest of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) leader Sher Afzal Marwat without prior approval from the court. This decision came after Marwat filed a petition against his potential arrest, prompting the court to intervene. The IHC’s ruling followed a hearing on Marwat’s plea, in …

Babar Azam Shines as Allied Bank Stallions Secure 133-Run

Allied Bank Stallions secured a dominant 133-run victory over Nurpur Lions in the second match of the Bahria Town Champions One-Day Cup on Friday at the Iqbal Stadium in Faisalabad. Chasing a challenging target of 337 runs, the Lions were bowled out for 203 in 39.3 overs, falling significantly short. The Stallions’ fast bowlers, Mohammad …

Cristiano Ronaldo Becomes First Person to Reach 1 Billion Social Media Followers

Cristiano Ronaldo has officially reached a monumental milestone by becoming the first person in the world to amass 1 billion followers across his various social media accounts. This figure combines his followers from Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, YouTube, and Chinese platforms Weibo and Kuaishou. Though the number includes individuals who follow him across multiple platforms and …

COAS Reaffirms Commitment to Defeat Terrorist Networks

Chief of Army Staff (COAS) General Asim Munir, on Friday, reaffirmed the commitment of the security forces to “comprehensively defeat hostile terrorist nexus and eliminate illegal activities,” according to a statement from the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR). His remarks came during a visit to Khyber Pakhtunkhwa’s Orakzai district, where he met with troops involved in …

Chile Joins Legal Battle Against Israel at the ICJ

Chile has officially filed a request to participate in the ongoing case against Israel at the International Court of Justice (ICJ), according to the court’s recent statement. This move comes as South Africa initially filed a case against Israel in December, accusing the country of committing genocide through its military operations in Gaza. Chile, along …

Tom Hardy’s Last Venom Role Teased in ‘The Last Dance’ Trailer

Tom Hardy is set to bring his iconic role as Eddie Brock to a thrilling conclusion in Venom: The Last Dance. The latest trailer for the film hints at a dramatic and action-packed finale for the Venom saga, with the movie hitting theaters on October 25, 2024. The third installment in the series promises an …

Kabhi Main Kabhi Tum Drama Review – Episodes 19 & 20

In the latest episodes of Kabhi Main Kabhi Tum, the storyline takes a dramatic turn, showcasing intense emotions and moral dilemmas that highlight the stark contrasts between the show’s central couples. Episode 19 sets the stage for a gripping confrontation as Mustafa and Adeel find themselves embroiled in a heated argument. The conflict escalates into …

Smiley Face on Mars, Astronomers Discover Clue to Ancient Life

Astronomers have recently discovered what appears to be a smiley face on Mars, and it may hold clues to ancient life on the Red Planet. This fascinating feature was identified during a survey of Mars, as researchers mapped chloride salt deposits using data from the European Space Agency’s (ESA) ExoMars Trace Gas Orbiter. The research …

Vladimir Putin Warns West on Ukrainian Weapons Use

Russian President Vladimir Putin issued a grave warning to the West on Thursday, asserting that allowing Ukraine to use longer-range Western weapons to strike inside Russian territory would effectively mean that NATO is at war with Russia. Putin’s comments came amidst discussions between US and UK officials regarding Ukraine’s request for greater flexibility in using …

Petrol Price Expected to Drop by Rs12 Per Litre

Federal Minister for Petroleum, Musadik Masood Malik, stated that while Pakistanis will benefit from the recent decline in international petroleum prices, they will also face higher costs when prices rise. Malik made these remarks in response to questions during a session of the National Assembly, emphasizing the volatility of global oil markets. Price Predictions and …

Shagufta Ijaz Mourns the Loss of Husband

Pakistani television actress Shagufta Ijaz is mourning the loss of her husband, Yahya Siddiqui, who passed away after a prolonged battle with cancer. Yahya had been receiving treatment at a private hospital for five years before his death. Shagufta shared the heartbreaking news with her followers through an Instagram post, writing, “My husband Yahya Siddiqui …

First Private Spacewalk Completed by Billionaire and SpaceX Engineer

Two astronauts, a billionaire and an engineer, successfully completed the world’s first private spacewalk on Thursday, outside a SpaceX capsule. This groundbreaking mission, part of the Polaris Dawn project, involved Jared Isaacman, the founder of Shift4, and SpaceX engineer Sarah Gillis. The astronauts spent around 10 minutes each outside the Crew Dragon capsule, secured by …

Morocco Confirms First Case of Mpox Amid Ongoing Outbreak

Morocco has reported its first case of mpox in the city of Marrakech, according to the health ministry. This case marks the country’s first since the World Health Organization (WHO) declared the ongoing outbreak a public health emergency of international concern last month. The outbreak has been fueled by a new variant of the virus …

PTI Postpones Protest to September 21

The Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) has postponed its planned protest, which was originally scheduled for September 13, to September 21. The announcement came on Thursday, with party leaders confirming the new date for the demonstration. PTI leader Salman Akram Raja stated, “We will definitely hold the gathering on September 21, whether we get the NOC or …

IMF to Approve Loan Program for Pakistan This Month

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) is expected to approve a new loan program for Pakistan during its Executive Board meeting on September 25, news reported on Thursday. Julie Kozek, IMF’s Director of Communication, confirmed the meeting in a press briefing, stating that negotiations for the $7 billion loan program were finalized in July. Pakistan’s Finance …

OpenAI Launches Advanced AI Models for Complex Problem Solving

OpenAI, backed by Microsoft (MSFT.O), announced on Thursday the launch of new AI models aimed at tackling complex problems in fields like science, coding, and math. The models, named o1 and o1-mini, are designed to spend more time processing tasks, improving their ability to reason and solve harder problems compared to previous versions. Starting Thursday, …

Industrialization Crucial for Pakistan’s Growth, Says Zubair Motiwala

KARACHI: Zubair Motiwala, Chairman of the Businessmen Group (BMG), emphasized the critical role of industrialization in Pakistan’s development at an event hosted by the Korangi Association of Trade and Industry (KATI) in Karachi. He highlighted that the country cannot progress without industrial growth and urged the need for reducing production costs to compete globally. Motiwala …

Kamran Ghulam’s Century Propels Markhors to 347-6 in Champions One-Day Cup Opener

Faisalabad: Kamran Ghulam’s brilliant century, supported by half-centuries from Iftikhar Ahmed and Abdul Samad, helped the Markhors post an imposing 347-6 against the Panthers in the opening match of the Champions One-Day Cup on Thursday. After being invited to bat first, Markhors lost both openers early, with 64 runs on the board by the 13.2 …

Social Media Platform X Restored Across Pakistan, PTA Tells SHC

The Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) informed the Sindh High Court (SHC) on Thursday that social media platform X, formerly known as Twitter, has been restored for users across the country. PTA’s lawyer, Ahsan Imam, announced that the authority has withdrawn its previous notification regarding the suspension of X services. This statement was submitted in response …

“Military Trial of a Civilian is Concerning”, IHC Remarks on Imran Khan’s Military Trial

The Islamabad High Court (IHC) on Thursday questioned the federal government over the possibility of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) founder Imran Khan facing a military trial. Justice Miangul Hassan Aurangzeb expressed concern over the trial of a civilian in a military court, stating that it was worrisome for both the petitioner and the court. “Is Imran …

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