Will Haris Rauf be fit for first Champions Trophy match?
Fast bowler Haris Rauf remains optimistic about his return from injury, expressing confidence in the team’s prospects at the Champions Trophy. Speaking to the media during a practice session at Karachi’s National Stadium on Monday, Rauf said he had been engaging in light exercises and training over the past two days. “I am feeling much […]
Afghan Taliban delegation visits Japan in rare trip outside region – World
A Taliban government delegation was visiting Japan for the first time on Monday, in a rare diplomatic visit outside of the region. The Afghan delegation left Kabul on Saturday, in a visit that local media said would last one week and included officials from the higher education, foreign affairs, and economy ministries. “We seek dignified […]
Hello Spring! Chin-Length Haircuts That’ll Revamp Your Look for the Season
As the weather warms up and the flowers start to bloom, there’s no better time to embrace a fresh, new look. Chin-length haircuts are not just a trend; they are a declaration of confidence and style. Whether you’re shaking off the weight of long locks or looking to add some personality to your look, a […]
China’s Xi meets business leaders including Alibaba’s Jack Ma – World
Chinese President Xi Jinping held a meeting Monday with top private business leaders including Alibaba co-founder Jack Ma, state media footage showed. Since coming to power more than a decade ago, Xi has consistently sought to bolster the role of state enterprises in the world’s second-largest economy and warned against the “disorderly” expansion of the […]
Oops…Rejected! Rakhi Sawant Responds to Mufti Qavi’s Marriage Proposal & Opens Up About Heartbreak
Rakhi Sawant is once again in the news, but this time it’s not just her usual antics that have everyone talking. Recently, Mufti Qavi made headlines with his conditional proposal to the Bollywood star during a podcast with Muneezay Moeen. The controversial cleric, who has a history of stirring up drama, expressed his desire to […]
Artificial jewellery fad fuelled by Indian dramas – World
Irrespective of their durability and quality, a number of Chinese products have not only made deeper inroads in Pakistani markets — either through legal imports, informal channels, or joint ventures for local assembly — but have also gained popularity among the masses due to their affordability. Some Chinese imports, official or illegal, have literally wiped […]
Team-by-team breakdown and key players to watch
The ICC Champions Trophy 2025 is set to bring high-stakes cricket action, with eight teams competing for the coveted title. From Pakistan’s formidable pace attack to Afghanistan’s debut campaign, here’s a breakdown of each participating team’s prospects, key players, and fixtures. Group A Bangladesh Coach: Phil SimmonsCaptain: Najmul Hossain ShantoBest Finish: Semi-finals (2017)Fixtures: India (20 […]
Which Couples Are Still Going Strong?
Love Is Blind Season 8 is proving to be just as thrilling as its predecessors, with 32 singles coming together in hopes of forming lasting relationships. While we’re only six episodes in and there’s still plenty of drama to unfold, some intriguing dynamics have already started to surface. So far, five couples have gotten engaged, […]
Buckling under the tax weight – Business
Following the imposition of higher tax rates on Pakistan’s captive taxpayers (the salaried class), citizens now contribute Rs1.3 billion daily to the national exchequer. Totalling Rs41bn each month, annual tax collection is expected to exceed the Rs500bn mark by the end of FY25 against Rs368bn collected in FY24. While this boosts the Federal Board of […]
Trump says could meet Putin ‘very soon’ as Saudi talks loom – World
US President Donald Trump said on Sunday he could meet “very soon” with Vladimir Putin, adding he believes his Russian counterpart genuinely wants to stop fighting in Ukraine. “No time set, but it could be very soon,” Trump told reporters, hours after Secretary of State Marco Rubio sought to play down expectations of upcoming high-level […]