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Big Tax Relief for Salaried Class Hinges on IMF Approval
June 8, 2026
ISLAMABAD: The government is awaiting approval from the International Monetary Fund (IMF) on proposals aimed at providing significant tax relief to the salaried class…

Falak Shabir’s remarks on clothing spark debate, draw response from PML-N lawmaker
June 8, 2026
LAHORE: Singer Falak Shabir has sparked debate on social media after calling for legislation against people wearing what he described as “short dresses” in…

Pakistani celebrities condemn acid attack on doctor, call for justice and stronger protections
June 8, 2026
KARACHI: Pakistani celebrities have strongly condemned the acid attack on Dr Mahnoor Nasir, a doctor at Civil Hospital Quetta, calling for justice, accountability and…

UK considers stricter social media restrictions for children under 16
June 8, 2026
LONDON: British Prime Minister Keir Starmer is expected to announce plans aimed at restricting children’s access to harmful online platforms, amid growing concerns over…

Iran World Cup team arrives in Mexico amid visa dispute with United States
June 8, 2026
TIJUANA: Iran’s national football team arrived in Mexico on Sunday ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, as a dispute over US visa approvals…

Ontario Graduate Scholarship offers up to CAD 15,000 for master’s and PhD students
June 8, 2026
The Ontario Graduate Scholarship (OGS) program continues to provide financial support to high-achieving graduate students pursuing master’s and doctoral degrees in Canada. The merit-based…

Punjab cyclist wins Lahore road race as cycling federation plans more event
June 8, 2026
LAHORE: More than 50 cyclists from across Pakistan took part in a 50-kilometre cycling race in Lahore, showcasing endurance and skill in a competition…

Study raises concerns about long-term antidepressant use
June 8, 2026
A new study has found that long-term antidepressant use may offer limited benefits for some patients while potentially exposing them to a range of…

Ancient Chinese medicinal herb may help treat hair loss, study suggests
June 8, 2026
A medicinal root used in traditional Chinese medicine for more than 1,000 years may offer a potential new approach to treating hair loss, according…