Democratic presidential candidate Kamala Harris holds a narrow lead over Republican rival Donald Trump in six US swing states and is tied in a seventh, according to a Bloomberg poll of likely voters released . Her leads in individual states are within the poll’s statistical margin of error, underscoring that
IMF
Pakistan on Friday received the first tranche of its $7 billion loan from the International Monetary Fund (IMF), amounting to $1.02 billion. The funds have been transferred to the State Bank of Pakistan (SBP), providing a significant boost to the country’s foreign exchange reserves. With this infusion, the
COAS
Chief of Army Staff (COAS) General Asim Munir has expressed appreciation for the all-out support extended by friendly nations, particularly China, Saudi Arabia, and the United Arab Emirates (UAE), in assisting Pakistan to stabilise its economy, the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) said in a statement on Friday. The army chief’
9May
PESHAWAR: An Anti-Terrorism Court in Peshawar, presided over by Judge Muhammad Iqbal, acquitted 18 individuals, including Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) workers, accused in connection with the May 9 incidents due to a lack of evidence. During the hearing, the prosecution alleged that the accused were involved in protests in Landi Kotal
Smuggle
KARACHI: Pakistan Customs Enforcement successfully thwarted an attempt to smuggle 4,000 kg of betel nuts into Karachi from Balochistan. The operation was conducted as part of the ongoing anti-smuggling campaign, following a tip-off about the illicit consignment. According to Customs Collector Basit Abbasi, the smuggled betel nuts, valued at
Punjab
LAHORE: The Punjab government has imposed Section 144 in seven cities during the Public Service Commission exams on September 28 and 29, 2024. The cities affected include Lahore, Rawalpindi, Sargodha, Faisalabad, Multan, Bahawalpur, and Dera Ghazi Khan, as per a notification issued by the provincial Home Department. The restrictions will
Supreme Court
ISLAMABAD: The Supreme Court has dismissed PML-N leader Ali Gohar Baloch’s review petition seeking a vote recount in NA-97. A two-member bench, led by Justice Amin-ud-Din Khan, heard the case regarding the recount request from Baloch, who had contested the 2018 elections in the constituency. During the proceedings, Baloch&
Islamabad High Court
ISLAMABAD: the Islamabad High Court (IHC) suspended the closure order of the private hotel, Tandoori Junction, located in F-7 Markaz, and directed the Member Estate and Director General (DG) of Building Control Authority (CDA) to appear in person at the next hearing. Chief Justice Aamer Farooq presided over the hearing
LESCO
LAHORE: The Lahore Electric Supply Company (LESCO) continues its vigorous anti-power theft campaign, successfully identifying 449 individuals involved in electricity theft over the last 24 hours. Among those caught, 28 individuals have been arrested. According to a LESCO spokesperson, cases have been registered against 149 of the offenders, and all
FIA
RAWALPINDI:- The Federal Investigation Agency (FIA) Cyber Crime Circle has apprehended a suspect involved in online sexual harassment and blackmail. Adnan Shujaat Zebari was arrested during a raid in Liaquat Bagh, Rawalpindi. He is accused of sharing objectionable images and videos of the victim on social media platforms. The
Polio
KOHAT: A 10-month-old girl in Kohat has tested positive for the polio virus, marking the second case reported in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa this year and the 23rd case nationwide, according to the National Institute of Health. Ayesha Raza Farooq, Prime Minister's focal person for polio eradication, expressed her concern
Maryam Nawaz Sharif
LAHORE, Sep 26: Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz officially launched Pakistan's first-ever fleet of five hybrid double-decker buses. During the event, Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz inspected the hybrid double-decker bus and even took a ride. Officials provided her with a detailed briefing on the new buses. It was
cricket
KARACHI, Sep 26: The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has announced its decision to appoint a Consultant in Sports Medicine, aiming to enhance the timely diagnosis, treatment, and rehabilitation of players' health issues. This move comes after challenges were faced in diagnosing players' ailments effectively. The PCB has initiated
Just a week after the highly anticipated launch of the iPhone 16 series, users of the iPhone 16 Pro have started reporting various touchscreen issues. According to media reports, numerous users have experienced intermittent glitches, where the touchscreen either becomes unresponsive or reacts with a noticeable delay. Experts believe the
Petrol and diesel prices in Pakistan are expected to see a reduction starting October 1, 2024, as the government considers passing on relief to consumers following a significant decline in global oil rates. Sources privy to the matter said with the matter revealed that while discussions are underway, the exact
International Monetary Fund (IMF) Managing Director (MD) Kristalina Georgieva has expressed optimism about Pakistan's economic trajectory, stating that the country's economy is heading in the right direction. In a statement, Georgieva congratulated the government and the people of Pakistan for the successful implementation of the IMF’