A young waiter in Lahore has captured the internet’s attention after his striking resemblance to Pakistan cricket captain Babar Azam went viral. The man, who recently moved from his village to Lahore for work, now draws crowds at a local eatery ironically named Rizwan Burger. Customers frequently stop him for selfies, often addressing him as…
Pakistani women’s rights advocate Mahnoor Omer has been named among TIME magazine’s Women of the Year for 2026, highlighting her impactful activism on menstrual health and gender equality. Omer gained national attention after filing a legal petition in September challenging the taxation of menstrual hygiene products in Pakistan. Her petition argued that taxing these essential…
Pakistan will observe a total lunar eclipse during the holy month of Ramadan, with the celestial event scheduled for March 3, 2026. The announcement was made by the Pakistan Meteorological Department, which released detailed timing and visibility information. Commonly known as a “Blood Moon,” a total lunar eclipse occurs when the Earth passes directly between…
The Hamara Karachi Movement, spearheaded by renowned architect Yasmeen Lari, has officially launched a citywide fire safety campaign aimed at enhancing public awareness and safety standards in Karachi. The campaign kicked off with a street assembly at Denso Hall Walking Street, bringing together citizens, volunteers, and local authorities to highlight the importance of fire prevention…
The Pakistan Hockey Federation has announced the management team for the national men’s side ahead of the upcoming World Cup Qualifiers in Egypt, scheduled from March 1 to 7, 2026. Olympian Khawaja Junaid has been appointed as head coach, bringing his extensive experience to guide the team through the high-stakes tournament. Supporting him, Azfar Yaqoob…
A new global cybersecurity threat, the “Ploutus” malware, has emerged as a major risk to Automated Teller Machines (ATMs), including those in Pakistan. This sophisticated malware allows hackers to remotely trigger unauthorized cash withdrawals without needing access to customer accounts or banking systems. The warning comes via an advisory from 1LINK, which has circulated the…
The Pakistani government has permanently deactivated the controversial social media firewall, installed in 2024 to monitor and control online activity. The move comes ahead of the country’s highly anticipated 5G spectrum auction and is aimed at restoring internet performance and investor confidence in the telecom and IT sectors. Officials cited the firewall’s failure to deliver…
Gold rates in Pakistan continued their upward trend on Friday, tracking gains in the global market where bullion climbed further above $5,000 per ounce. In the local market, the price of gold per tola increased by Rs. 2,500, reaching Rs. 526,462. The rise reflects both international price momentum and currency-linked adjustments in domestic pricing. Market…
Health experts have advised citizens to limit the consumption of fried foods and sugary drinks during sehri and iftar throughout Ramadan, citing potential health risks such as heartburn, acidity, and other gastric issues. Dr. Rimsha Siddiqui, a nutritionist at Aga Khan University Hospital, emphasized that individuals with chronic conditions, including diabetes, hypertension, and heart disease,…
The Central Ruet-e-Hilal Committee announced on Wednesday that the Ramadan moon has been sighted, confirming that the first day of Ramadan will be observed across Pakistan on Thursday, February 19, 2026. The committee convened in Peshawar under the chairmanship of Maulana Abdul Khabeer Azad to assess moon sighting testimonies received from various parts of the…