Assam Tightens Rules for Government Employees
GUWAHATI: Government employees in India’s Assam state are facing stricter measures concerning family responsibilities and polygamy, with Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma announcing action against employees who neglect dependent parents…
PIA, Other Airlines to Get 15-Year Sales Tax Exemption on Imports
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan International Airlines and other airlines operating in the country are set to receive a 15-year sales tax exemption on imported goods, with the measure expected to take effect…
8-Foot Snake Found at Shah Rukh Khan’s Mannat
MUMBAI: An unexpected visitor caused a stir at Bollywood superstar Shah Rukh Khan’s iconic Mumbai residence, Mannat, after an approximately eight-foot-long snake was spotted on the property. According to Indian…
Journalist Syed Zigham-ul-Talaf Honoured
The District Administration Attock has honoured renowned journalist Syed Zigham-ul-Talaf with a special shield in recognition of his contributions to journalism, public-interest reporting and highlighting issues faced by local communities.…
PM Shehbaz Orders Faster Implementation of National Youth Employment Policy
ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has directed federal ministries and relevant institutions to accelerate implementation of Pakistan’s first National Youth Employment Policy, with a focus on creating jobs, improving skills…
$2.4M Book Deal Collapses Over AI Questions
A highly anticipated debut crime novel by Nigerian writer Jerry Adedayo Falade has lost a major publishing deal after questions emerged over whether artificial intelligence was used during the writing…
Power Consumers May Face Rs41bn Extra Burden
ISLAMABAD: Electricity consumers could face an additional burden of around Rs41 billion as the Central Power Purchasing Agency (CPPA) has sought an increase of Rs2.52 per unit in electricity rates…
Rs13,000 WhatsApp Prize Scam Alert
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan’s National Cyber Emergency Response Team (National CERT) has warned citizens about a fraudulent campaign circulating through SMS and WhatsApp messages that falsely promises a Rs13,000 cash prize. The…
Supreme Court Orders Imran Khan’s Transfer to Shifa International Hospital
ISLAMABAD: The Supreme Court on Tuesday ordered that former prime minister and PTI founder Imran Khan be shifted to Shifa International Hospital in Islamabad for treatment, while also granting access…
Shabnam Says She Misses Pakistan
Legendary film actress Shabnam has spoken fondly about Pakistan, saying she continues to miss the country where she received immense love and appreciation throughout her career. The veteran actress recently…
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