Rs500,000 Fine for Firing Employee on Maternity Leave
A private company has been ordered to reinstate an employee and pay a Rs500,000 fine after dismissing her during approved maternity leave, according to a ruling by the Federal Ombudsperson…
Oxford Study Raises Food Safety Concerns Over Poultry Farming
A new study by researchers at the University of Oxford suggests that modern commercial poultry farming may be contributing to the increased spread of Campylobacter, a bacterium that is one…
Peshawar Board Announces Matric Results 2026 as Pass Rate Improves
PESHAWAR, Pakistan: The Board of Intermediate and Secondary Education (BISE) Peshawar has announced the results of the 2026 Secondary School Certificate (SSC) Annual Examinations, with education officials reporting an improvement…
CRESCENT OF HOPE, STAR OF LIGHT: MY FLAG, MY PRIDE
■Into the nation’s heart, Shaheed Zia-ul-Haq breathed lasting love for the flag and the cherished spirit of Independence Day■ A few evenings ago, on 31 July, while absent-mindedly scrolling through…
Khatron Ke Khiladi 15 Stunt Sparks Safety Debate
The latest episode of Khatron Ke Khiladi 15 has sparked criticism after a high-intensity elimination stunt reportedly left several contestants injured, raising fresh concerns about safety standards on the reality…
Matching Rings Put Bradley & Gigi Back in the Spotlight
Hollywood actor Bradley Cooper and supermodel Gigi Hadid have once again fueled engagement speculation after they were photographed wearing what appeared to be matching rings during a recent outing in…
Spotify Hits 300 Million Premium Subscribers as Q2 Revenue Reaches €4.8 Billion
ISLAMABAD, Aug 4: Spotify became the first audio-streaming platform to reach 300 million Premium subscribers during the second quarter of 2026, as the company reported stronger revenue growth, record gross…
Is Too Much Gaming Changing Your Child’s Behavior?
Excessive use of online and video games may contribute to behavioral, emotional, and academic challenges in children, according to child health experts. While gaming can be a healthy form of…
Punjab Law Minister Honours Lawyers, Business Leaders at Lahore Ceremony
LAHORE, Aug 4: Punjab Law Minister Rana Muhammad Iqbal Khan distributed awards among senior lawyers and members of the business community at a ceremony held in Lahore, recognising their professional…
WCCIPD Reaffirms Support for Kashmiris
PESHAWAR, Pakistan: The Women Chamber of Commerce & Industry Peshawar Division (WCCIPD) has reaffirmed its solidarity with the people of Jammu and Kashmir ahead of Youm-e-Istehsal, calling for the protection…
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