Government announces public holidays for 2025

The Cabinet Division has officially released a notification outlining the public holidays for 2025, including national, Islamic, and minority-specific observances. In an official announcement, the Pakistani government confirmed the dates for the upcoming year’s public holidays. The Cabinet Division’s notification includes holidays for both national and Islamic festivals, as well as those for minority communities. […]

Bulls rampant at PSX as shares climb 3,000 points in intraday trade – Business

Bullish momentum continued at the Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) as shares climbed more than 3,000 points on Monday in intraday trade. The benchmark KSE-100 index climbed 3,021.94, or 2.76 per cent, to stand at 112,535.08 points from the previous close of 109,513.14 at 11:18am. Yousuf M. Farooq, director research at Chase Securities, stated, “After a […]

Govt, PTI finally come to table to defuse tensions – Newspaper

• Body formed by PM includes Ishaq Dar, Rana Sana, Irfan Siddiqui, Pervaiz Ashraf, Naveed Qamar, Khalid Maqbool, Aleem Khan, Salik Hussain and Khalid Magsi• Huddle to take place at NA speaker’s office; agenda uncertain as each side wants other to show its cards first ISLAMABAD / LAHORE: The first meeting between negotiating committees, formed […]

Sri Lanka’s inflation drops to nine-year low as economy stabilizes

Listen to article Sri Lanka’s inflation rate dropped to minus 1.7% year-on-year in November, following a decrease to minus 0.7% in October, according to official data released on Monday. The drop marks a significant recovery for the country after enduring its worst financial crisis in decades. The National Consumer Price Index (LKNCPI), which tracks broad retail price […]

The Ultimate Guide to Decluttering Your Closet

PUBLISHED December 23, 2024 Your closet is overflowing, yet you have “nothing to wear.” Sound familiar? It’s time for a wardrobe detox! The process of decluttering can be therapeutic, eco-friendly, and rewarding, leaving you with a streamlined wardrobe filled with pieces that spark joy and suit your lifestyle. Follow this step-by-step guide to decide what […]

Helicopter crashes into Turkish hospital, killing four – World

ANKARA: Four people died when a helicopter crashed into a hospital in southwestern Turkiye on Sunday, the provincial governor said, hinting at thick fog behind the accident though cause is being ascertained. “The helicopter fell to the ground after having struck the fourth storey of a hospital during take-off,” killing two pilots, a doctor and […]

Gwadar ‘paralysed’ as protests over border trade continue – Newspaper

GWADAR: Normal life in Gwadar remains severely disrupted as workers and supporters of the All Parties Alliance continue their sit-in at Marine Drive for over a week. The protesters are demanding the reopening of the border with Iran for trade in oil and other commodities, which has been closed for months. The protest leaders stressed […]

PCB picks UAE as neutral venue for Champions Trophy – Sport

LAHORE: The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) on Sunday announced the UAE as the neutral venue for India’s matches of the forthcoming ICC Champions Trophy which will be staged in Pakistan. According to a PCB spokesman, the Board officially informed the International Cricket Council about its decision. He added that deciding the neutral venue for the […]

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