Bangladesh completed a clean 3–0 whitewash over Afghanistan in the T20 International series after registering a commanding six-wicket victory in the final match at the Sharjah Cricket Stadium on Sunday. The result highlighted Bangladesh’s growing consistency in the shortest format, with both their bowling discipline and top-order stability proving decisive once again. Opting to bowl […]
Pakistan and Austria Vow to Strengthen Bilateral Cooperation
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and Federal Chancellor of Austria, Christian Stocker, held a cordial meeting on the sidelines of the 80th session of the UN General Assembly in New York on Tuesday. Both leaders reaffirmed their commitment to advancing bilateral cooperation in a range of sectors. During the discussion, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif emphasized Pakistan’s […]
Temu’s Pricing Chaos: From Beloved Discounts to Customer Backlash
For months, Temu carved a place for itself in the carts of Pakistani shoppers by offering suspiciously cheap prices on everything from kitchen gadgets to fake Crocs. Now, that honeymoon appears to be over. Since the start of July, shoppers across Pakistan have reported massive and abrupt price increases on Temu – some as high […]
NEPRA Approves Tariff Reduction as Power Bills Loom Over Pakistani Households
On Wednesday, NEPRA formally approved a Rs1.15 per unit cut in Pakistan’s base electricity tariff, following a submission by the federal government aimed at moderating power bills amid growing economic pressure. The regulatory authority released a statement from Islamabad confirming the rate reduction, which will come into force once the government issues the official notification. […]
Cloud Cover and Rain Persist in Karachi as PMD Warns of More Showers and Urban Flooding
Karachi experienced another rainy morning on Saturday as thick clouds hovered above the city and drizzle was reported from multiple neighborhoods. The Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) confirmed that light showers are expected to continue intermittently through Sunday, June 29, driven by a westerly wave system currently active over Sindh. Weather reports indicate that the city’s […]
Islamic New Year 1447 Begins with Ceremonial Replacement of Kaaba’s Kiswa
The Islamic calendar year 1447 AH began with one of the most revered religious rituals in the Muslim world: the annual replacement of the Kiswa, the black cloth that envelops the Holy Kaaba in Makkah. The General Presidency for the Affairs of the Grand Mosque and the Prophet’s Mosque led the ceremonial replacement, an event […]
India Creates Unwanted History as England Seals Record-Breaking Test Victory
In a dramatic turn of events at Headingley, India etched an unfortunate record into the cricketing history books, becoming the first team ever to lose a Test match despite five of their batters reaching triple figures. England, led by a blistering innings from opener Ben Duckett, mounted an astonishing comeback on day five, chasing down […]
Uzbekistan Airlines Launches Islamabad-Tashkent Route, Signaling Stronger Economic and Cultural Bonds
The aviation sector in Central and South Asia witnessed a significant development as Uzbekistan Airlines officially commenced its direct flights from Islamabad to Tashkent. The first flight, HY466, lifted off from Islamabad International Airport carrying 126 passengers and was met with celebrations that blended tradition, hospitality, and ambition. The departure ceremony was staged with care […]
Umar Akmal Attributes Multan Sultans’ Poor Run in PSL 10 to Fielding Errors
Multan’s Form Under Scrutiny Amid Winless Start As the Pakistan Super League (PSL) 10 progresses, Multan Sultans—once a dominant force—find themselves in unfamiliar territory. Having failed to register a single win so far, the Mohammad Rizwan-led side is under increasing pressure. Cricket experts, fans, and former players have been actively debating the reasons behind this […]
Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Govt Announces Early Salary Disbursement Ahead of Ramadan
Govt Employees & Pensioners to Get Salaries Before March 2025 In a move to facilitate government employees before Ramadan, the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) government has decided to release salaries and pensions by February 28, 2025. This decision was made to ensure that all employees receive their funds ahead of the holy month, as March 1 […]