Federal Secretary Industries and Production Asad Rehman Gilani has said that while embarking on this journey with locally manufactured hybrid electric vehicles (HEVs) on our roads, let’s keep in mind, that the country must expedite exports to reduce the trade deficit.

The Federal Directorate of Education (FDE) has officially announced the schedule of winter vacations for all educational institutions in Islamabad.

The Pakistan Stock Exchange’s (PSX) benchmark KSE-100 index extended its winning streak, closing in the green for the tenth consecutive session. This marks the longest run of weekly gains in over six years.

The Pakistan Super League (PSL) season five winner Karachi Kings have made a trade with Multan Sultans ahead of the draft on December 13.

Germany is often considered an economical study destination compared to other options outside Europe. It's estimated that living costs in Germany amount to approximately 934 euros per month.

Russia's upper house of parliament voted on Thursday to set the date for Russia's presidential election for March 17, 2024.

Caretaker Minister for Information and Broadcasting Murtaza Solangi has expressed government's commitment to meet all the financial, administrative and security requirements to facilitate election commission in holding elections in a free, fair and transparent manner.

The pinnacle of international cricket just got a vibrant makeover as the ICC T20 World Cup's new brand identity was launched on Thursday, 7 December.

Meta Platforms will start fully encrypting messages on Facebook and Instagram by default, moving ahead with a privacy measure that government officials and others have warned could hide illegal activity by child predators and other criminals.

Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) Sikander Sultan Raja said on Thursday that general elections would be held on February 8, 2024 – the date announced earlier for the democratic exercise.

The Chief Prosecutor of the International Criminal Court (ICC) Karim Khan has issued a stern warning that intentionally obstructing the delivery of aid to civilians in Gaza could be considered a war crime.

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Islamabad High Court (IHC) has ordered a forensic examination of audio of Latif Khosa and Bushra Bibi.

Israel's attacks have increased throughout the Gaza Strip, especially in the vicinity of hospitals and in the southern part of the besieged territory, where ground operations are stepping up.

Shan Masood slammed a double hundred, his first as Pakistan’s Test captain. Playing against Prime Minister’s XI in a four-day practice game, Masood remained unbeaten on 201 runs off 298 balls, laced with 14 fours and a six.

Chief of Army Staff (COAS) General Asim Munir on Thursday backed the interim government’s decision to deport illegal foreigners, saying that they were “seriously affecting Pakistan’s security and economy”.

Senior political leader of Hamas Ismail Haniyeh Wednesday sought Pakistan’s intervention in halting ongoing Israeli atrocities, saying that it is a “brave” nation.

Acclaimed actor and producer Nausheen Masud passed away after a long battle with cancer, her ex-husband confirmed on Wednesday, with the showbiz community expressing severe grief over her demise.

Quetta Gladiators has appointed former Australian all-rounder Shane Watson as the head coach of the team in Pakistan Super League (PSL) season 9.

The Supreme Court of Pakistan (SCP) declared that husbands are obligated to pay dowers to their wives upon request. Chief Justice of Pakistan (CJP), Qazi Faez Isa, emphasised in the three-page verdict that according to Shariah, a woman is entitled to receive a dower (Haq Mehar) at the time of marriage (nikah), and the country’s legal framework supports and protects this right.

Javeria Khanum, a 21-year-old woman from Karachi, arrived in India on Tuesday to unite with her love, Sameer Khan, in Kolkata. Despite facing challenges in obtaining a visa, the Indian government has now granted her a 45-day visa.

WhatsApp, the world’s most popular instant messaging platform, is in the process of launching an exciting new feature. This feature will enable WhatsApp users to listen to and share music while engaged in video calls.

Despite an arrest warrant issued by the International Criminal Court, Russian President Vladimir Putin is visiting the UAE and Saudi Arabia to discuss oil, OPEC+, and the conflicts in Gaza and Ukraine.

Three people were killed after a fire broke out in a multi-storey commercial-cum-residential building located near Ayesha Manzil in Karachi’s Federal B Area on Wednesday, according to police and rescue services.

Fast bowler Naseem Shah on Wednesday began the final stage of his rehabilitation, which allows him to do “light gym exercises” and “partial bowling practice”, the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) said in a press release.

Israeli forces were encircling southern Gaza's main city of Khan Yunis on Wednesday, battling Hamas through streets and buildings in some of the most intense combat of the two-month war.

Mushfiqur Rahim became the first Bangladesh batter to be dismissed obstructing the field during day one of the second Bangladesh vs New Zealand Test match in Mirpur on December 6.

The Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP) on Wednesday decided that contempt case proceedings against former PTI Chief Imran Khan and ex-party leader Fawad Chaudhry will take place on Dec 13 at Rawalpindi’s Adiala Jail, where both politicians are currently incarcerated.

Argentina captain Lionel Messi has been named Time magazine’s Athlete of the Year for 2023 after winning the Ballon d’Or for a record-extending eighth time and elevating the profile of the sport in the US with his move to Inter Miami.

Pakistan’s newly-appointed Test captain Shan Masood starred on the opening day of the four-day match against Australian Prime Minister’s XI in Canberra.

Britain and Rwanda have signed a new treaty in a bid to revive a controversial proposal by London to transfer irregular refugees to the east African country.

Air New Zealand said Wednesday it aims to become the first airline to fly an electric plane after announcing plans to have a battery-powered aircraft join its fleet in 2026.

Al Hilal’s experienced defender, Ali Al-Bulaihi, has been hitting the headlines for all the wrong reasons. During the Riyadh Derby LAST Friday, where his team convincingly outperformed Cristiano Ronaldo's Al Nassr, he Al Hilal star clashed with Ronaldo and his teammate, Alex Telles.

The Islamabad High Court (IHC) on Wednesday dismissed incarcerated Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) founder Imran Khan’s plea seeking withdrawal of a petition challenging his disqualification in the Toshakhana case.

The Asian Development Bank (ADB) has approved $658.8 million in financing to support Pakistan’s sustainable growth and help it recover from the last year’s cost-of-living crisis.

No matter how solid your oral hygiene routine is, everyone has bacteria living inside their mouths. These bacteria, along with the sugary and acidic foods you eat, are at the root of tooth decay.

At least 45 Palestinians have been martyred in an Israeli strike on homes sheltering displaced people in the central Gaza town of Deir al-Balah.

The Pakistan Super League (PSL) has added another star spinner to its roster of foreign players for the ninth edition of the tournament.

The Higher Education Commission (HEC) of Pakistan has announced a significant change to its undergraduate policy, effectively removing Pakistan Studies as a compulsory subject.

In a recent development, the National Electric Power Regulatory Authority (NEPRA) has officially declared a rise in electricity costs by Rs3.07 per unit.

Austra­lia batsman Usman Khawaja has mounted a spirited defence of his opening partner David Warner after former team-mate Mitchell Johnson questioned his place in the Test squad and said he had not taken full responsibility for the 2018 ball-tampering scandal.

Russian President Vladimir Putin will visit the United Arab Emirates and Saudi Arabia this week, Russian news outlet Shot reported on Monday, citing Putin’s aide Yury Ushakov.

PTI founding member Akbar S. Babar on Tuesday moved the Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP) against the party’s intra-party elections, alleging they were “rigged and fraudulent”.

Eggs are loaded with nutrients, but for people concerned about their heart health—and particularly their cholesterol levels—the decision to include them in their diet can seem complicated.

Kale is a leafy green vegetable with a lot of versatility and a strong nutritional composition full of vitamins A, C, and K, fiber and antioxidants. Kale belongs to the cabbage family, along with Brussel sprouts, broccoli, and other cruciferous vegetables. You can identify kale it by its green or purple curly leaves.

Pakistan’s Test captain Shan Masood has revealed the batting order for the upcoming three-match Test series against Australia, which will see him playing at number three.

A Nigerian army drone strike accidentally killed at least 85 civilians observing a Muslim festival in the north-west on Sunday, the country’s armed forces have admitted.

Gold rates in Pakistan decreased on Tuesday, in line with decline in the international rate. The yellow metal was priced at Rs219,400 per tola in the local market after a single-day fall of Rs4,200.

Quaid-i-Azam University (QAU) Islamabad has announced Need Based Scholarships through the Higher Education Commission (HEC) for Semester Fall 2023.

Ministry of Finance Tuesday released Rs17.4 billion to the Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP).

A record-breaking 254 foreign players have registered for the upcoming Pakistan Super League (PSL) season nine.

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The Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP) reserved a verdict in the case of the removal of the former chairman of PTI from the party leadership on Tuesday.

Germany's Munich Airport was closed due to extreme weather, which has caused traffic mayhem throughout the area.

Israel's attacks have increased throughout the Gaza Strip, especially in the vicinity of hospitals and in the southern part of the besieged territory, where ground operations are stepping up.

Showbiz A-lister Ushna Shah completed the Umrah pilgrimage with her husband, Hamza Amin, over the weekend.

In the realm of wholesome and adaptable foods, sweet potatoes emerge as a vibrant and nutrient-rich delight, offering not only a sweet taste but also an array of health benefits including aiding weight loss.

Pakistan women’s team created history on Tuesday with its first-ever T20I series win over New Zealand women’s team at the University of Otago Oval in Dunedin.

Three children among 7 were injured in an improvised explosive device (IED) blast on Peshawar’s Warsak Road on Tuesday morning, rescue and police officials said.

The World Health Organization’s executive board will hold an emergency session on December 10 to discuss the health crisis in Gaza and the West Bank, with the Palestinian envoy seeking more medical aid and access for foreign healthcare workers.

The Federal Board of Revenue has extended the income tax return filing date for its non-filer officers by December 6, 2023.

The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has officially granted No Objection Certificates (NOCs) to three players—Usama Mir, Haris Rauf, and Zaman Khan—for their inclusion in the upcoming 13th season of the Big Bash League (BBL).

A school in Azad Kashmir has won the Zayed Sustainability Prize at the COP28 conference in Dubai.

Music streaming giant Spotify said on Monday it would reduce the number of its employees by around 17 per cent in a bid to cut costs amid “dramatically” slower economic growth.

Caretaker Information Minister Murtaza Solangi said on Monday that there was “no crisis” in meeting the financial needs of the Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP) ahead of the Feb 8 polls.

A group representing 83 Spanish media outlets on Monday said it has filed a 550 million euro ($598 million) lawsuit against Facebook owner Meta Platforms, citing unfair competition in the advertising market.

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Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu should face trial for being a "war criminal," Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan said on Monday, slamming him as the "butcher of Gaza."

Aspiring model and social media influencer Kiran Ashfaque, who is former wife of actor Imran Ashraf, has tied the knot with Hamza Ali Chaudhry in a intimate ceremony.

Former premier Imran Khan and ex-foreign minister Shah Mahmood Qureshi will be indicted in the cipher case again on December 12, the special court decided on Monday.

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Israel expanded its ground offensive in Gaza’s refugee-packed southern districts on Monday as international concern deepened over the mounting civilian death toll following the collapse of an Israeli-Hamas truce last week.

At least seven people were killed and 18 others injured, when a speeding truck collided with a passenger van in Kandhkot.

Right-handed batter Shoaib Malik achieved a unique feat for Pakistan during the match between Sialkot Region and Rawalpindi Region in the ongoing National T20 Cup at the UBL Sports Complex in Karachi on Sunday.

Eleven climbers have been killed and 12 more are missing after the eruption of Indonesia’s Mount Marapi, local officials have said.

The repatriation of people to Afghanistan continued as 253,068 people returned until December 2 through three border points in Khyber Pakthunkhwa (KP).

Maintaining its bullish run from the preceding sessions, the benchmark index of the Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) crossed the 62,000 milestone on Monday on expectations of a reduction in interest rates.

India's Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) emerged victorious in regional polls, on Sunday, with a lead in three of the four states, namely Rajasthan, Madhya Pradesh, and Chhattisgarh, along with the southern state of Telangana.

Star French striker Kylian Mbappe can win the Ballon d’Or in “any team”, Ronaldinho told media Sunday, but the Brazilian would like him to win it with Paris Saint-Germain, “a big club”.

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Balochistan Caretaker Chief Minister Mir Ali Mardan Khan Domki welcomed the announcement of the provision of scholarships to the youth of Balochistan in three major universities of Thailand and professional training for the teaching staff of the universities in the province.

Indulging in the sweet pleasures of life while managing diabetes might seem challenging, but incorporating Anjeer, also known as figs, into your daily diet could be a natural and nutritious solution.

A first information report (FIR) was registered against Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) Senior Vice President Sher Afzal Khan Marwat and others for organising a worker’s convention in Swabi.

More than 700 people have been martyred in the last 24 hours, according to Gaza's health ministry, despite US assurances that it had urged Israel to show "restraint" as it resumed its war on the Palestinian enclave.

A magistrate court in Mardan has rejected the police request for physical remand of former National Assembly speaker and Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) leader Asad Qaiser.

Pakistan and the United States continue to hold consultations on a range of issues and to advance these consultations, exchange of visits also takes place.

Caretaker Prime Minister Anwaar ul Haq Kakar has called for global unity to address the challenge of climate change.

In an official announcement made on Thursday, Dominica declared its inability to meet the deadline for the completion of stadium development, prompting the withdrawal from hosting its designated T20 World Cup matches slated for the upcoming year. Dominica, with Windsor Park as the chosen venue, had been assigned the responsibility of hosting one group match and two Super Eight games among the seven Caribbean countries under consideration for hosting duties.

Pakistan’s women’s cricket team etched their names in the history books with a sensational first-ever victory over New Zealand in the inaugural match of a riveting three-game T20 International (T20I) series.

Australia opener David Warner looks likely to get the test farewell of his choice after being named in the 14-man squad for the opening clash in the three-match series against Pakistan on Sunday.

Kate Winslet has just taken a trip down memory lane and recounted some of her most iconic movies with Leonardo DiCaprio in Titanic.

Nathaniel Veltman, who was found guilty of attacking and killing four members of a Pakistani-origin Muslim family with his pick-up truck in June 2021 in London, Ontario, Canada, is scheduled to be sentenced on Jan 4 and Jan 5 in the coming year, a Windsor court decided during a brief hearing.

Within 24 hours of his appointment as a "consultant member" in the Pakistan Cricket Board's (PCB) selection committee, former Pakistan cricketer Salman Butt Saturday was dismissed from the post on the directions of caretaker Prime Minister Anwaar-ul-Haq Kakar.

Australian all-rounder Mitchell Marsh faced criticism from fans after a photo circulated showing him resting his feet on the World Cup trophy.

Pakistan Muslim League Nawaz (PML-N) on Saturday issued a show-cause notice to PML-N leader Daniyal Aziz for violating party rules.

Quetta Gladiators' prized pacer, Naseem Shah, has made a surprising move to Islamabad United in a high-profile swap deal for the upcoming Pakistan Super League season nine (PSL 9).

Caretaker Prime Minister Anwar Ul Haq Kakar has urged the developed countries to provide sufficient, additional and predictable grant based climate finance to the developing nations to cope with the challenge of climate change.