Finance Minister Aurangzeb hints at more interest rate cuts
Listen to article Federal Finance Minister Mohammad Aurangzeb has indicated that there is room for further cuts in interest rates. Speaking at the Karachi Chamber of Commerce, Aurangzeb stressed the importance of macroeconomic governance for economic growth, noting that structural issues in the economy often lead to balance of payment problems when growth increases. Aurangzeb highlighted that […]
Olympics superfan spends $10,000 on Paris tickets – Sport
PARIS: Vivianne Robinson was first bitten by the Olympics bug at the 1984 Los Angeles Games. Four decades on, the Santa Monica native is soaking up the sporting extravaganza at her seventh Games, in Paris. Robinson, 66, worked two jobs to save up the $10,000 she has spent on tickets to the opening ceremony and […]
Pakistan U19 captain Saad Baig talks PSL impact and guidance from Sarfraz Ahmed
Pakistan U19 cricket captain Saad Baig has shared insights into his cricketing journey following his team’s impressive run to the semi-finals of the 2023 U19 World Cup. In an interview with Cricket Pakistan, Baig detailed his rise from playing tape ball cricket on the streets to leading his country on the world stage. “I started with […]
Quad ‘seriously concerned’ about situation in South China Sea – World
TOKYO: The foreign ministers of the United States, Japan, Australia and India on Monday expressed “serious concern” over the situation in the South China Sea in a veiled rebuke to Beijing. US Secretary of State Antony Blinken and his counterparts in the so-called Quad grouping issued a joint statement calling for a “free and open” […]
What makes Azm-i-Istehkam different from operations past? – Pakistan
Opposition from political parties, peace campaigns, and civil society groups has cast doubt on its efficacy, leaving the public and observers questioning the fate of the operation. In Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP), particularly in its former tribal districts, the word “operation” has become synonymous with fear and disruption. For many residents, it evokes memories of displacement […]
Shah Rukh Khan seeks urgent medical treatment in US
Bollywood superstar Shah Rukh Khan is set to undergo urgent medical treatment in the United States after a recent eye procedure in Mumbai did not go as planned. According to a report, Khan visited a Mumbai hospital on Monday, July 29, for eye treatment, but complications arose, necessitating further medical attention. A source revealed, “Shah […]
Monsoon currents to bring heavy rain nationwide: NDMA – Pakistan
RAWALPINDI: Municipal personnel stand alert on the bridge over a flooded Nullah Leh to cope with any untoward situation, after heavy rain in the city, on Monday.—Online ISLAMABAD: Imminent rains across the country may cause flash floods and urban flooding in many parts of the country, the National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) said on Monday. […]
Waqar Younis poised for major role in PCB
Listen to article Former Pakistan pacer Waqar Younis is poised to take on a key role in the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB). According to media reports, PCB Chairman Mohsin Naqvi intends to delegate cricket-related responsibilities to Waqar Younis. Naqvi, who has the authority to assign his duties as he sees fit, plans to have Waqar manage the […]
Businesses unhappy with marginal cut in interest rate – Business
KARACHI: Businessmen were not happy with the 100 basis points interest rate cut announced by the State Bank of Pakistan (SPB) on Monday, saying they were expecting a substantial reduction of 300-500bps for the revival of economic activities. Abdul Aleem, Secretary General and CEO of the Overseas Investors Chambers of Commerce and Industry (OICCI), said […]
Two TLP men in custody, hundreds booked as hunt for ‘inciters’ continues – Pakistan
LAHORE: At least two people are in custody and around 1,500 have been booked after the government swung into action against members of the Tehreek-i-Labbaik Pakistan (TLP) for inciting violence against the country’s top judge, as more instances of hate speech by members of the party surfaced. On Monday, police took two men into custody […]