Author: Maryam Asrar

Prices for petrol and high-speed diesel (HSD) in Pakistan are anticipated to undergo a significant reduction starting from October 16. This decline is attributed to the drop in international oil prices. Global oil prices have been experiencing their most substantial weekly losses since March, primarily due to concerns about demand amidst macroeconomic challenges and the partial easing of Russia’s fuel export restrictions. The decrease in oil prices has amounted to $7 per barrel globally. Despite this, on Friday, Brent futures showed a slight increase of 7 cents, reaching $84.14 per barrel at 1522 GMT. Meanwhile, US West Texas Intermediate (WTI)…

Shehroze Kashif, a 21-year-old climbing sensation from Pakistan, has achieved a remarkable feat by becoming one of the youngest mountaineers to conquer 13 out of the 14 highest peaks. His latest accomplishment was reaching the summit of Tibet’s Cho Oyu, the sixth highest mountain in the world. This achievement places Kashif in an elite group of mountaineers who have scaled 13 peaks over 8,000 meters. He now stands just one summit away from joining the exclusive club of climbers who have conquered all 14 of these towering peaks. Kashif’s triumphant ascent of Cho Oyu in Tibet took place at 3…

Belgium, a European destination, has opened its doors to global students, offering a wide array of scholarships for the academic year 2024-2025. These fully-funded scholarships, provided by Belgium’s Ministry of Education, encompass undergraduate, master’s, and doctoral degree programs, making it an appealing option for students worldwide. It’s an opportunity to explore Belgium hassle-free, without the need for IELTS exams, and with most expenses covered. Situated amidst France, the Netherlands, and Germany, Belgium provides an ideal academic environment and places significant emphasis on scholarship opportunities for international students, making it an enticing study abroad destination. Scholarship Opportunities: 1. Belgium Government Scholarships:…

Daraz, Pakistan’s leading e-commerce platform, has reached a significant milestone by introducing a Million Dollar Creator Fund. This fund aims to expand its live commerce and affiliate influencer program within the country. Daraz has already achieved remarkable success, generating 4.4 Billion Rupees in Revenue from its Live & Affiliate influencer program. It proudly follows the footsteps of its parent company, Taobao in China, in pioneering live commerce in Pakistan. Live commerce is a strategic focus for the company’s long-term success and sustainability, highlighting Daraz’s commitment to fostering a sustainable ecosystem in Pakistan that benefits both brands and influencers in achieving…

The AFC has officially designated Jinnah Stadium in Islamabad as the location for the forthcoming FIFA World Cup 2026 Qualifiers match. Pakistan is set to face Cambodia in the opening round, with the matches scheduled for October 12 in Cambodia and October 17 in Pakistan. This marks a significant occasion as Pakistan will be hosting an international match for the first time in the past 12 years, the last being in 2011 when they hosted Bangladesh for the 2014 Qualifiers. In the preceding month, a representative from the Asian Football Confederation (AFC) named Kemel Tokabaev conducted a thorough assessment of…

In a recent interview with a private news channel, Umar Saif, the Caretaker Federal Minister for Information Technology and Telecom, made a significant announcement regarding the availability of cost-effective mobile phones produced in Pakistan. Saif revealed that by the next year, people will have the option to purchase affordable locally-made mobile phones through installment plans. These made-in-Pakistan phones are expected to be much more affordable, with an estimated average cost of around 15,000 rupees. Dr. Saif highlighted that 33 local companies have collectively produced a remarkable 57 million affordable mobile phones, with 120 million already exported. Dr. Saif emphasized the…

The Commissioner of Kohat Division, Mr. Muhammad Ali Shah, launched the “Osho” initiative on October 4, 2023, with the goal of achieving a clean and green Pakistan. The initiative was inaugurated in Kohat, and it is part of a broader effort to address public grievances related to cleanliness and hygiene. The Commissioner emphasized that ensuring cleanliness and environmental sustainability has been a top priority since he took office. He commended the Deputy Commissioner of Orakzai, Mr. Muhammad Tayyab Abdullah, and his team for developing a simple yet effective Software Application-based solution to address public concerns regarding cleanliness. The “Osho” initiative…

Minister for Religious Affairs Aneeq Ahmed announced that Karachi has been incorporated into the Road to Makkah project to facilitate pilgrims’ journey. This was discussed during a meeting with Saudi Ambassador Nawaf bin Said Al-Malki and Muslim World League Regional Director Saad bin Masood Al-Harsi, focusing on future Hajj arrangements and mutual interests. Minister Aneeq expressed gratitude for Saudi Arabia’s ongoing cooperation and support in Hajj arrangements and highlighted improved facilities for Pakistani pilgrims. Karachi’s inclusion in the Road to Makkah project will streamline immigration and customs processes for pilgrims departing from the city, making their journey to Saudi Arabia…

The Ministry of Industries and Production in Pakistan has granted licenses to 31 companies to manufacture electric vehicles, marking a significant step in the country’s efforts to combat climate change through EV adoption. Currently, six companies are involved in assembling electric two-wheelers. Pakistan’s ‘Electric Vehicle Policy 2020-25,’ approved by the federal government in 2019, offers incentives and tax exemptions to attract local manufacturing investment in electric vehicles. Pakistan aims to increase electric motorcycle and three-wheeler sales to 50% by 2030 and 90% by 2040 to address air pollution caused by over 240 million registered motorbikes in the country. The policy…

Namira Salim is poised to achieve a historic milestone as the first Pakistani to journey to the final frontier aboard a Virgin Galactic space plane today (Friday). Ahead of her departure alongside three other space travelers, she expressed her pride in representing Pakistan in space, stating, “Proud to fly the national flag high in space Insha’Allah on October 6,” on social media. The trio of passengers includes British advertising executive Trevor Beattie, American astronomy educator Ron Rosano, and Beth Moses, Virgin Galactic’s chief astronaut instructor. Virgin Galactic recently announced a one-day delay in their next space tourism mission, now scheduled…