Listen to article Pakistan is set to host the first-ever international date festival in October, following an agreement signed between the Trade Development Authority of Pakistan (TDAP) and the Embassy of the United Arab Emirates (UAE). The announcement was made on Tuesday in a statement issued by the UAE Consulate in Karachi. While Pakistan imports various types … Read more
BEIJING: Having overcome multiple challenges, China’s Xinjiang Uyghur Autonomous Region is now presenting a scene of diversified development, with new high-quality productivity, micro- and macro-economy, art, culture, faith and social values meeting the needs of all social classes. “Big shoutout for local and central governments of China for channelizing a slew of resources to make … Read more
Ten foreign airlines canceled their flights to Israel on Sunday amid a cross-border escalation with the Lebanese group Hezbollah. According to Israeli public broadcaster KAN, major carriers, including Air France and the Dutch Transavia, have suspended their operations in Israel. Other airlines that canceled flights include the Hungarian Wizz Air, Malta-based Corendon, Ethiopian Airlines, the … Read more
Indian opening batsman Shikhar Dhawan. — AFP/File Indian opening batsman Shikhar Dhawan on Saturday announced his retirement from international and domestic cricket, saying he has achieved his dream of playing for the national side. “I only had one dream and that was to play for India and I even achieved that,” said the 38-year-old cricketer … Read more
Minister for Privatization, Board of Investment, and Communications Abdul Aleem Khan stated that the privatization of three key electricity distribution companies (DISCOs) is underway, with initial work already accelerated. He mentioned that advertisements were launched in international media on August 17. According to a press release, this was disclosed during a high-level meeting co-chaired by … Read more
KARACHI: After suffering heavy losses of millions of dollars and being fed up with the deadly low internet connectivity, IT professionals have suggested to the government to optimise resources, prevent future losses, while prioritising infrastructure improvement and ensuring a better regulatory oversight to address the burning issue. They said frequent internet disruptions were severely damaging … Read more
PESHAWAR: The Governor of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa has done something quite praiseworthy that has drawn interest not only among Pakistanis but across the world. Much to the surprise of many people – especially those who are followers of international relations – Governor Kundi invited the Consul Generals of the United States of America, Afghanistan, and Iran … Read more
Gold prices in Pakistan saw an increase on Tuesday, following a rise in the international market. The price of gold per tola in the local market reached Rs257,700, marking a gain of Rs1,200, according to the All-Pakistan Gems and Jewellers Sarafa Association (APGJSA). Similarly, the price of 10-gram gold rose by Rs1,029, bringing it to … Read more
As a first, Indus Motor Company (IMC) announced its groundbreaking export initiative at its Port Qasim Authority manufacturing facility in Karachi. Gracing the occasion were the Federal Minister for Industries and Production, Mr Rana Tanveer Hussain; CEO EDB, Engineer Khuda Buksh, representation from the SIFC, several honourable government officials and Toyota’s top leadership, including … Read more
Pakistan team won a bronze medal at the 56th International Chemistry Olympiad (ICHO), held in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, from July 21 to 30. Abdul Rafay from Karachi Grammar School earned the bronze medal for Pakistan. Team members included Mahnoor Rashid (Lahore Grammar School, Wah Cantt), Marva (Punjab College for Women, Faisalabad), and Syed Mehir Ali … Read more