Defence minister says no pressure on government for talks with PTI
Listen to article Federal Defence Minister Khawaja Asif has stated that the government is under no pressure to engage in talks with Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI), emphasising that the purpose of negotiations is to reduce political tensions. In an interview on Express News programme Centre Stage, Asif explained that there has been no significant progress in the ongoing […]
World’s oldest person, Tomiko Itooka, dies at age 116 in Japan
Tomiko Itooka, the Japanese woman recognized as the world’s oldest person by the Guinness World Records, has passed away at the age of 116. She died on December 29 at a nursing home in Ashiya, where she had resided since 2019. Itooka’s death marks the end of an era for those who witnessed her long […]
PTA issues update on internet disruption after submarine cable fault
Listen to article The Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) has announced a temporary bandwidth adjustment following a fault in the AAE-1 submarine cable system. According to a statement released by PTA, the issue occurred on January 2, causing a disruption in the cable system. As a result, temporary bandwidth has been added to the system to ensure minimal […]
BIEK chairman announces formation of inquiry committee after protests over results
Listen to article In response to concerns raised by students regarding the 2024 Intermediate Part-I exam results, the Chairman of the Karachi Board of Intermediate Education, Syed Sharf Ali Shah, has announced the formation of an inquiry committee to address the grievances. Shah, who assumed office on January 3, met with Secretary of the Universities and Boards […]
Injury puts Bumrah’s participation in day 3 of fifth test in jeopardy
Listen to article India captain Jasprit Bumrah left the Sydney Cricket Ground for medical scans after experiencing a back spasm, raising doubts about his participation on Day 3 of the fifth Test against Australia, reports said on Saturday. Television footage captured the fast bowler, a key performer in the series, exiting the ground about an hour after […]
Situation under control after Kurram DC injured in firing near Bagan: KP govt spokesperson – Pakistan
The situation in Kurram is “under control” after Deputy Commissioner (DC) Javedullah Mehsud was injured when unknown assailants fired at a convoy he was travelling in near Bagan on Saturday, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa government spokesperson Barrister Muhammad Ali Saif confirmed. Just days earlier, the KP government on Wednesday said that both warring sides in Kurram districts […]
Convoy halted after firing incident in Kurram’s Bagan Bazaar
Listen to article A convoy of 75 trucks carrying essential supplies was halted after a shooting incident in Bagan Bazaar, Kurram district. The convoy, which included food, medicine, and gas cylinders, was returning to Tall shortly after setting off under security cover. The convoy had departed under the supervision of Barrister Dr. Saif, Adviser on Information, who […]
Gold prices drop in local markets
Listen to article Gold prices witnessed a decline both in international and local markets on Saturday. In the global bullion market, the price of gold fell by $18 per ounce, settling at $2,639. Meanwhile, in local markets, the price of 24-carat gold dropped by Rs 1,200 per tola, reaching Rs 275,700. The price of 10 grams of gold […]
Sindh CM launches highway rescue operations for 1122
Listen to article Sindh Chief Minister Syed Murad Ali Shah inaugurated the Highway Rescue Operations under the Sindh Emergency Service Rescue 1122, calling it a “major milestone” in the province’s efforts to ensure public safety. Speaking at the launch ceremony, Shah highlighted his government’s commitment to addressing Karachi’s longstanding issues, stating, “Karachi has many problems, but we […]
Why Karachi Is Obsessed With Matcha Lattes
PUBLISHED January 04, 2025 Karachi’s food scene is a whirlwind, and if there’s one thing the city loves, it’s a trend. From beef burgers to hotpot, Korean BBQ to dessert bars, Karachiites always have a new fixation to chase. The latest to join this ever-changing roster of obsessions? Matcha lattes. What began as a niche […]