Balochistan saves Rs16b via austerity measures

[ad_1] QUETTA: Balochistan Minister for Finance and Minerals Mir Shoaib Nosherwani said the provincial government has saved Rs16 billion by reducing non-essential expenditures, including refraining from the purchase of new vehicles under its austerity policy. He made these remarks while speaking to the media following the presentation of the provincial budget for the fiscal year … Read more

Heavy fines imposed over traffic rules’ violations

[ad_1] PESHAWAR: In a move to strengthen traffic enforcement, the Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa government has proposed significant increases in traffic fines as part of 2025-26 Finance Bill. The new measures introduce stricter penalties across various violations, with particular focus on three-wheelers and underage drivers. For the first time, the budget creates a dedicated category for three-wheeled vehicles, … Read more

Karachi fourth worst city in global livability index 2025

[ad_1] Karachi has been ranked as the fourth least liveable city in the world, according to the Livability Index 2025 released on Tuesday by the Economist Intelligence Unit (EIU), a research arm of The Economist Group. Placed 170th out of 173 cities assessed globally, Karachi was the only Pakistani city included in the index. It … Read more

Born unwelcome

[ad_1] Many claim daughters are a blessing. They gush about how much they love their sisters. They insist women deserve respect. But the truth hits the moment — day zero — a girl is born. No fireworks, no mithai, no praise, no photos, no phone calls — just silence, sometimes laced with regret and disappointment. And in rural … Read more

Ariana Grande shares that her Nonna, Marjorie Grande, has died at 99

[ad_1] Pop superstar Ariana Grande has revealed on her Instagram Story the sad news that her beloved grandmother, Marjorie “Nonna” Grande, passed away at the age of 99.  Grande posted the heartfelt message following Nonna’s peaceful passing, expressing deep love and gratitude for her lifelong support. Marjorie Grande, born October 12, 1925, was a cherished … Read more

DG ISPR lauds students’ role in Operation Bunyanum Marsoos

[ad_1] Listen to article Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) Director General Lt General Ahmed Sharif Chaudhry commended the significant role played by the nation, particularly students, in Operation Bunyanum Marsoos during the recent conflict with India, the military’s media wing reported on Tuesday. The DG visited Karachi’s Jinnah University for Women, where he interacted with students and highlighted how their involvement … Read more

Conor McGregor caught on camera flooring man at Ibiza club

[ad_1] Conor McGregor was reportedly involved in a violent altercation at the exclusive Pacha nightclub in Ibiza on June 17, 2025.  The former UFC champion was seen punching a fellow partygoer during the early hours of the morning while drinking and dancing on the club’s floor. According to eyewitnesses, McGregor, 36, was captured on video … Read more

US State Dept condemns Kyiv attack, confirms death of American citizen

[ad_1] Listen to article The United States condemns an attack overnight on Kyiv, State Department spokesperson Tammy Bruce said on Tuesday, confirming the death of a US citizen in Ukraine. “We are aware of last night’s attack on Kyiv, which resulted in numerous casualties, including the tragic death of a US citizen. We condemn those strikes and … Read more

linking South Asia with central and west Asia

[ad_1] A recently published RAND corporation study in partnership with Islamabad based think-tank makes a strong case for linking South Asia with Central and West Asia through a network of energy, infrastructure and digital corridors. The study titled, “Examining the Feasibility of an East West Economic Corridor (EWEC) for South and Central Asia”, is based … Read more

Imran postpones protest movement amid regional tensions

[ad_1] Listen to article Pakistan Tehreek-i-Insaf (PTI) founder Imran Khan has decided to postpone the party’s planned protest movement for two weeks, citing prevailing regional tensions and the evolving international situation amid the ongoing Iran-Israel conflict. The announcement was made by PTI leader Noreen Khanum following her meeting with the incarcerated former prime minister at Adiala Jail … Read more