ISLAMABAD: The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has not endorsed Pakistan’s proposal to further reduce industrial electricity prices by Rs2.70 per unit through the complete elimination of cross-subsidies, which the sector is providing to shoulder subsidies to low-end residential consumers. Energy ministry sources told The Express Tribune that the ministry floated the proposal to further reduce … Read more
Listen to article Chatbots, created by engineering universities in Pakistan, will now be able to assist and guide international delegates at a defence exhibition taking place this November. The AI-powered chatbot project is a collaborative effort between Dawood University of Engineering and Ziauddin University, and it has been named “Noor Pakistan.” The Noor Pakistan robot, designed to assist … Read more
Rihanna is showing her full support for A$AP Rocky as he faces criminal charges in Los Angeles. TMZ reports that the pop superstar is expected to attend his trial on Wednesday at the downtown L.A. courthouse, where her presence is sure to attract significant media attention. Although plans may change, a source with direct knowledge … Read more
Listen to article A daring art heist has stunned Europe after thieves used explosives to break into a museum and steal a priceless cultural artifact. The item, an ancient golden helmet, is one of Romania’s most revered national treasures, and its theft has sent shockwaves through both the art world and Romanian society. The Cotofenesti helmet, which … Read more
Listen to article The construction work at National Bank Stadium Karachi for the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 has been completed 100% while finishing process is expected to be fully completed by January 31. During a media briefing, Project Manager Bilal Chauhan said that the finishing work on the newly constructed building at the stadium is ongoing. The … Read more
Listen to article State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) Governor Jameel Ahmed announced that new design currency notes are awaiting cabinet approval, with the first release expected by the end of 2025. He shared the news during a press conference on Monday while announcing the revised policy rate. Addressing the progress, Ahmed said, “As per the announcement last year, SBP is … Read more
Meta, the parent company of Facebook, Instagram, WhatsApp, and Threads, announced a global ban on Russian state media outlets, including RT and Rossiya Segodnya. This decision is part of an intensified crackdown on alleged foreign interference, with Meta accusing these outlets of employing deceptive tactics to manipulate public opinion and evade detection. The ban follows … Read more
Listen to article Shab-e-Meraj, one of the holiest nights in Islam, was observed with great reverence and devotion across Pakistan on Monday night. The sacred night commemorates the night when the Holy Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) ascended to the heavens, marking a pivotal event in Islamic history. Special prayers, Quranic recitations, and religious gatherings took place in mosques and … Read more
The government of Maharashtra has constituted a seven-member panel to explore the feasibility of banning petrol and diesel vehicles in Mumbai and replacing them with electric and compressed natural gas (CNG) vehicles, following a directive from the Bombay High Court. The proposal comes amid mounting concerns over deteriorating air quality in India’s financial hub. Mumbai, … Read more
Saudi Arabia is reportedly preparing a record-breaking bid to lure Real Madrid star Vinícius Júnior to the Saudi Pro League in the upcoming summer transfer window. According to reports from AS, Saudi clubs are ready to present an offer that could exceed £261 million (€300 million) for the Brazilian forward, aiming to surpass Neymar’s world-record … Read more