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240MedicalA study suggests that artificial sweetener may be linked to anxiety
In a recent study, researchers at Florida State University College of Medicine discovered a link between the artificial sweetener aspartame and anxiety-like...
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316Technology
Google has asked to open another office in Pakistan
A five-member Google delegation met with key officials from the Ministries of Information and Telecommunication, Commerce, and Law and Justice. Kyle Gardner,...
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266Business
Large scale manufacturing shrinks 7.75% in October
Large scale manufacturing (LSM) fell 7.75 percent year on year in October, with the textile, machinery, equipment, and automobile sectors contracting, according...
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392Technology
Govt cuts construction budget for cyber security academy by Rs. 3.5bn
The federal government will spend Rs. 1.5 billion to establish the country’s first National Cyber Security Academy (NCSA). The cost of the...
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274Business
A lack of documentation has resulted in a gold import ban
Commerce Ministry officials told a Senate panel that if the country’s entire gold business was documented, then the gold import ban could...
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262Business
Remittance inflows fall by 4.8%, recorded $2.1bn in November
Remittance inflows dropped by nearly 5% on a month-on-month basis in November of the fiscal year 2023, a drop that is being...
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707Entertainment
DC drops Henry Cavill from new Superman film
Less than two months after making an announcement that he would be returning to the role of Superman, actor Henry Cavill has...
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313International
‘Tough times’: China’s ‘zero-COVID’ exit raises concerns
The World Health Organization warned of “very tough” times ahead a week after China began dismantling its strict “zero-COVID” controls, and state...
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376Education
Government set to hire 20,000 interns till June
The federal government plans to hire 20,000 interns under the National Development Internship Program (NDIP) during the current fiscal year 2022-23 (FY23)....
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1.2KPakistan
LHC orders closure of markets, restaurants by 10pm in smog-hit Lahore
As part of measures to reduce smog in the city, the Lahore High Court ordered on Wednesday the closure of all markets...
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316Technology
Breakthrough in nuclear fusion could mean ‘near-limitless energy’
According to reports, scientists have made a breakthrough in their search for a safe and clean energy source. They have extracted more...
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1.2KPakistan
Pakistan government “committed to eradicate polio”- says PM
In a phone conversation with Bill Gates, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif reiterates Pakistan’s commitment to polio eradication. Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif...
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542Property
Pakistanis can now invest in real estate with as little as Rs.10
After the country’s first Development Real Estate Investment Trust (REIT) begins offering units for subscription on the Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) this...
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368Technology
Loan-giving mobile apps come under FIA radar
The Federal Investigation Agency’s (FIA) Cyber Crime Wing (CCW) has launched an investigation into loan-lending smartphone apps that are accused of blackmailing...
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1.4KPakistan
Pakistan’s default risk has dropped dramatically below 60%
Pakistan’s chances of default on its debt have dwindled in recent sessions, with the cost of ‘insuring’ the country’s sovereign debt falling...
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354Business
Old banknotes cannot be exchanged after 31st, says SBP
The State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) announced on Tuesday that the old design large size banknotes of Rs 10, 50, 100, and...
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291International
Elon Musk is no longer the world’s richest person: Forbes
According to Forbes, Elon Musk is no longer the world’s richest person. Elon Musk fell to second place on Forbes’ list of...
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1.3KPakistan
Pakistan has already used the majority of its oil and natural gas reserves
Pakistan’s future energy landscape appears bleak, as it has already depleted 79.8% of its total oil reserves and 66.6% of its natural...
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287Cryptocurrency
Former FTX CEO Bankman-Fried arrested in Bahamas
Sam Bankman-Fried, the founder of FTX, was arrested in the Bahamas on Monday at the request of US authorities, the day before...
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1.3KPakistan
ADB approves $554m flood assistancee for Pakistan
The Asian Development Bank (ADB) approved a $554 million financing package, including new and reallocated funds, on Monday to support Pakistan’s recovery...
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329Technology
Pakistan IT industry to be rebranded in 2023: MoITT
In March, the Ministry of Information and Telecommunications (MoITT), in collaboration with the Trade Development Authority of Pakistan (TDAP), will host a...
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314Aviation
GPS malfunctions could spell disaster at Lahore airport
Multiple pilots have reported disruptions in GPS signals at Lahore’s Allama Iqbal Airport, raising serious questions about the Civil Aviation Authority’s (CAA)...
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1.3KPakistan
Fortification wall of Swat’s Bazira city heritage site to be conserved
International archaeologists and conservationists said that the north-eastern fortification wall of Bazira city, which is of great importance to the Gandhara region,...
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422Sports
England win second Test by 26 runs to claim historic series win in Pakistan
With the change in playing strategy, England grabbed yet another remarkable Test victory against Pakistan on Monday in the second Test in...
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363Business
Pakistan hopes to acquire $32 billion loan this year
Renowned economic and political experts said that there was no immediate prospect of declaring an economic emergency in Pakistan because the government...
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1.2KPakistan
KP to be put on world tourism map- says CM
Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa Chief Minister Mahmood Khan has stated that his government’s goal is to put KPK on the global tourism map. The CM...
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1.2KPakistan
Research proves China is Pakistan’s closest ally
Different reactions arise when discussing Pakistan-China relations in different contexts. The Western perspective views the relationship primarily through the lens of expediency...
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350Education
Lahore gets world class centre of excellence for technical education
Shahid Khan, Chairman of the National Vocational and Technical Education Commission (NAVTTC), inaugurated the Center of Excellence (COE) at Mughalpura Government Technical...
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421Automotive
Toyota is testing corolla cross with hydrogen powered racing engine
Toyota, led by its motorsports enthusiast CEO, is experimenting with novel ways to incorporate fun into driving while minimizing environmental impact. Toyota...
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411Sports
Croatia and Argentina reached football world cup semi-finals
After a thrilling last-eight match ended 1-1 at the conclusion of extra time, Croatia shocked Brazil to win 4-2 on penalties and...
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343Business
Vietnam sees trade rising to $1 billion next year
On Thursday, Vietnam Ambassador Nguyen Tien Phong expressed optimism that annual trade with Pakistan would reach $1 billion by the end of...
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407International
US blacklists Pakistan firms over nuclear activities
The Biden administration added 24 companies and other entities to an export control list due to nuclear activities along with supplying an...
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312Technology
Twitter to charge $11 for blue verification for iPhone user
According to the Information, the Twitter Blue plan is currently on hold, but when it resumes, you will have to pay an...
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1.2KPakistan
Pakistan’s police, judiciary among top most corrupt institutions, reveal TIP’s report
According to the Transparency International Pakistan (TIP) National Corruption Perception Survey (NCPS) 2021, police are the most corrupt department, followed by the...
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396Technology
Google officially registered as a company in Pakistan
Google, the American tech giant, has registered as a company with Pakistan’s Securities and Exchange Commission (SECP). According to reports the SECP...
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1.3KPakistan
Sindh govt to launch $100 million WB funded housing project in flood hit areas
Sindh Chief Minister Syed Murad Ali Shah has decided to launch a Rs110 billion housing project for flood-affected people with the assistance...
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426Sports
England 281 all out as Abrar Ahmed takes seven on debut
On the first day of the second Test against Pakistan in Multan on Friday, England chose to bat and were later dismissed...
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333Technology
WhatsApp to introduce 3D avatars
A few months after avatars made their debut on Instagram, Facebook, and Messenger, WhatsApp has announced that it is introducing customized, 3D...
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265Medical
Scientists explore breath test to detect lung cancer
Lung cancer is the third most common cancer in the United States, with the highest mortality rate, according to the Centers for...
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343Business
Pakistan’s business confidence score drops to negative 4%
According to the Overseas Investors Chamber of Commerce and Industry (OICCI), Pakistan’s business confidence score (BCS) fell to negative 4% in September-October...
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1.2KPakistan
Justice Ayesha Malik makes it to world’s 100 inspiring women list
Justice Ayesha Malik, Pakistan’s first female Supreme Court judge, has been named to the BBC’s list of 100 inspiring and influential women...
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1.1KEntertainment
YouTube announced top 10 biggest YouTubers of Pakistan in 2022
In the recent years a huge influx of people in digital content creation has been observed. YouTube has become a platform which...
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366Business
No ‘Economic Emergency” being imposed in Pakistan: Finance division
Finance division denied all the rumours of “economic emergency” being imposed in Pakistan and said that such news are spread by the...
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1.3KPakistan
Norwegian company to establish waste to energy power plant in Pakistan
It has been reported that Norwegian delegation held an important meeting with Lahore Waste Management company to establish an over 40MW waste...
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298Education
Government cuts overseas MS/ Ph.D. scholarships by 57.3%
Due to depreciation of Pakistani Rupees the cost of studying abroad has increased which has led the government to drastically cut the...
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1.2KPakistan
Pakistan seeks emergency $3b Saudi cash injection
Following a crucial low point in its foreign exchange reserves, Pakistan urged Saudi Arabia on Wednesday for an immediate $3 billion financial...
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390Sports
FM Bilawal discusses Lyari’s football potential with FIFA president
Bilawal Bhutto-Zardari reportedly spoke about Lyari’s potential as a football nation while meeting with the FIFA president Gianni Infantino. In addition, he...
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364Technology
Why did USA fall behind China in cell phone production
Made in China is a phrase seen almost on everything these days; however, Made in USA is rarely seen on anything. If...
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510Sports
FIFA World Cup 2022 Quarter-Finals: Which teams qualified?
Goncalo Ramos began in place of Cristiano Ronaldo in the final Round of 16 match of the FIFA World Cup 2022, and...
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452Automotive
French company introduces the first ever hydrogen E-Bike; Alpha Neo
French company, Pragma Mobility has introduced the first ever Hydrogen E-Bike named as Alpha Neo. Enrico Punsalag electric bicycles are quite common...
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613Business
Pizza Hut and Burger King sold their businesses in Pakistan
Famous food eateries, Pizza Hut and Burger King came under new management as Maaks International acquired MCR and MCR Pakistan. Pizza Hut...
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473Business
What Happens When A Country Defaults?
A country defaults occur when a country is unable or unwilling to pay the debts on due time. Though country defaults happen...
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381Education
Punjab govt announces 3 holidays for schools in Lahore
Three weekly holidays for all public and private institutions of Lahore have been announced by the Punjab government considering the current conditions...
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376Technology
FIA acquires modern face recognition technology to stop criminals from fleeing
Federal Investigation Authority acquired modern face recognition technology cameras at Karachi Airport to stop the criminals from fleeing abroad. FIA immigration officers...
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460Education
Government decides to limit HEC powers
Federal government has decided to limit the powers of Higher Education Commission (HEC). Cabinet committee for legislation has given approval for the...
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350Business
FBR to auction off properties, trademarks
Federal board of revenue (FBR) to auction off properties and trademarks of big tax defaulters to recover tax dues. The Director General...
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1.3KPakistan
CDA seals Centaurus Mall
Capital Development Authority sealed Centaurus Mall in an overnight raid as reported by the sources. The Development came after a heated argument...
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344International
Turkey’s inflation slows for first time since 2021
According to official figures, Turkey’s inflation decreased in November for the first time since May 2021, giving President Recep Tayyip Erdogan a...
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463Sports
Arshad Nadeem undergoes elbow surgery in London
Arshad Nadeem underwent elbow surgery in London on Sunday after his record-breaking throw in the javelin final of the most recent Commonwealth...
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489Sports
Pak vs Eng: England seal memorable victory over Pakistan
In the opening game of the three-match series, England stunned Pakistan by defeating them by a score of 74 runs, taking the...
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291Technology
Poor government policies, high taxes ruining telecom sector
According to global mobile industry association GMSA, there is a profound threat to Pakistan not been realized as a digital country with...
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1.3KPakistan
Cooking oil prices likely to go up
The prices of cooking oil are projected to rise this month due to the significant inflationary pressure brought on by Pakistan’s fragile...
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584Entertainment
Elon Musk Suspends Kanye West On Twitter For ‘Incitement To Violence’ After Swastika Post
Twitter has again banned Kanye West due to his highly contentious remarks about Hitler, according to Twitter CEO Elon Musk. In an interview with a...
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360Business
Google suspends carrier-paid apps in Pakistan
Google momentarily stopped allowing Pakistani consumers to buy carrier-paid apps despite Syed Aminul Haque, the federal minister for IT and telecom, giving...
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331Business
Pakistan repays $1bn sukuk bond before maturity to avert default risk
According to the Finance Ministry, Pakistan successfully repaid $1 billion in international SUKUK bond (Islamic bonds) on December 2, three days before...
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1.4KPakistan
Transgender persons to be included in Benazir Kafalat Programme
The federal government has agreed to include transgender people in the Benazir Kafalat Programme (BKP) of the Benazir Income Support Programme (BISP)....
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319Business
SBP rebuts placement of any restriction on LCs for import of petroleum products
The State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) strongly quashes the rumours in the mainstream media that the central bank imposed any restrictions on...
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481Sports
President Alvi attends historic Rawalpindi Test to celebrate England return
Thursday’s opening day of the historic Rawalpindi Test, which saw England’s Test team return to Pakistan after a 17-year break, was attended...
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365Business
FBR extends income tax returns filing date once again
Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) extends the income tax returns filing date till 15th December, for the third time. The announcement was...
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1.3KPakistan
Russia refuses to give Pakistan 30–40% discount on crude oil
Russia refused to offer 30 to 40% discount on crude oil as sought by a delegation from Pakistan lead by state Minister...
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466International
No objections to Pakistan importing Russian crude oil: US
According to US state department spokesperson, US has no problem with Pakistan importing cheap crude oil from Russia. It was further said...
