World Bank pledges $20bn to Pakistan under 10-year partnership framework – Business
The World Bank has pledged to provide $20 billion to Pakistan under the 10-year country partnership framework (CPF) to support inclusive and sustainable development within the country, an official statement said. According to the statement, the new framework for the country aimed to “support inclusive and sustainable development through a strong focus on building human […]
World Bank pledges $40bn to Pakistan under 10-year partnership framework – Business
The World Bank has pledged to provide $40 billion to Pakistan under the 10-year country partnership framework (CPF) to support inclusive and sustainable development within the country, an official statement said. According to the statement, the new framework for the country aimed to “support inclusive and sustainable development through a strong focus on building human […]
Karachi braces for cold spell as rain system approaches
Listen to article Karachi remains gripped by chilly weather as temperatures stay low, with a rain-bearing system predicted to enter Pakistan between January 18 and 20. The minimum temperature recorded today was 11°C, with visibility dropping to 2.5 kilometers due to light fog with the weather expected to stay cold and dry over the next 24 hours. […]
Trump nominee Pete Hegseth weathers Democrats’ grilling to emerge largely unscathed – World
President-elect Donald Trump’s pick to lead the Pentagon, Pete Hegseth, endured fierce Democratic grilling over everything from his inexperience, alleged drinking and his past opposition to women in combat to emerge largely unscathed among Republicans at his confirmation hearing on Tuesday. Hegseth, a former Fox News host and decorated veteran, is one of the most […]
Questions remain over India’s participation in Champions Trophy opening ceremony – Sport
LAHORE: Amid the Bharatiya Janata Party government’s staunch stance of not sending its national cricket team to Pakistan, questions are arising about whether the Indian side or their captain Rohit Sharma will come to the neighbouring country to attend the opening ceremony of the Champions Trophy which is an ICC event. The Champions Trophy will […]
Australian Brand Forced to Remove ‘Ugg’ From Name After Trademark Battle With American Competitor
PUBLISHED January 15, 2025 Australian sheepskin boot brand UGG Since 1974 has revealed plans for a major international rebranding after a drawn-out legal showdown with U.S.-based Deckers Outdoor Corporation. UGG Originals The heart of the conflict lies in the word “ugg,” which Australians and New Zealanders have long used as a generic term for sheepskin […]
Sindh Assembly descends into chaos after rejection of MQM-P resolutions – Pakistan
KARACHI: The private members’ day in the Sindh Assembly on Tuesday was marred by a commotion raised by opposition lawmakers after their three out of five resolutions were rejected by the treasury in view of its numeric majority in the house. Muttahida Qaumi Movement-Pakistan (MQM-P) lawmaker Muhammad Aamir Siddiqui had given the notice to move […]
John Kirby clarifies US-Pakistan ties, highlights partnership on terrorism
Listen to article White House official John Kirby has clarified on Wednesday that Pakistan was never a technical or tactical ally of the United States, emphasing that no treaty of alliance existed between the two countries. During a press briefing in Washington, Kirby responded to a question about the Biden administration’s actions regarding Pakistan’s appeal over rising […]
South Korean investigators arrest impeached President Yoon in insurrection probe – World
South Korean authorities arrested impeached President Yoon Suk Yeol on Wednesday over insurrection allegations, with the embattled leader saying he agreed to comply with what he called an illegal probe to avoid “bloodshed”. His arrest, the first ever for an incumbent South Korean president, is the latest head-spinning development for one of Asia’s most vibrant […]
CM Sindh’s plane used without approval, two officers suspended
Two Sindh government officials were suspended after it was revealed they travelled on Sindh Chief Minister Murad Ali Shah’s plane without permission. The officers, both grade 17 officials, flew from Islamabad to Karachi with their families aboard the Chief Minister’s plane, Express News reported. The government of Sindh issued a notification confirming the suspension. According […]