Hajj and Umrah pilgrims are in for a financial reprieve as Saudi Arabia introduces a $40 million fund aimed at reducing the rising costs of religious travel. The relief, equating to approximately Rs. 15 billion, is expected to ease the burden on pilgrims by saving each traveler up to Rs. 50,000. The announcement was warmly…
The Power Division of Pakistan is preparing to implement one of the most significant changes to its renewable energy policy to date: the replacement of net metering with gross metering. The proposed shift is part of a larger, newly drafted solar energy strategy now awaiting clearance from NEPRA and the federal cabinet. Gross metering, unlike…
In a strategic effort to bolster transaction safety, PayPal has launched a next-generation fraud alert system powered by adaptive artificial intelligence. The company aims to mitigate the increasing threat of online scams that exploit generative AI by deploying smarter, faster AI on the defensive front. The new system is already rolling out across PayPal’s global…
A disturbing scene unfolded in Karachi’s upscale Defence Phase 6 area on Tuesday when police, executing a court order to vacate a rented flat, discovered the deceased body of actress Humaira Asghar Ali. Authorities say officers and a court-appointed bailiff arrived at the flat in Ittehad Commercial Area around mid-afternoon. After repeated knocks went unanswered,…
For months, Temu carved a place for itself in the carts of Pakistani shoppers by offering suspiciously cheap prices on everything from kitchen gadgets to fake Crocs. Now, that honeymoon appears to be over. Since the start of July, shoppers across Pakistan have reported massive and abrupt price increases on Temu – some as high…
Punjab’s latest environmental campaign is catching attention for all the right reasons. Under the leadership of Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz, the government has teamed up with a private company to bring cash-based plastic recycling to the heart of Lahore. At the core of the program is the Green Credits Initiative, which aims to cut back…
In a groundbreaking political shift, 33-year-old Zohran Mamdani has emerged as the Democratic nominee for mayor after defeating former Governor Andrew Cuomo in a closely watched primary on June 24. His victory has set the stage for what could be a historic moment: the election of New York’s first Muslim and Indian-origin mayor. Mamdani, a…
With growing attention on aviation security, AirlineRatings.com has announced its authoritative list of the Top 50 Safest Airlines in the World for 2025—a critical reference point for passengers, regulators, and travel planners alike. Split into two core groups, the list distinguishes: Safety evaluations are based on several industry-standard metrics: The data was drawn from 385…
Lahore, Pakistan, June 16, 2025 — Xiaomi and Polyphony Digital today announced a landmark partnership at Round One of the Gran Turismo World Series 2025. Under this collaboration, Xiaomi SU7 Ultra — Xiaomi EV’s top-of-the-line high-performance luxury electric vehicle — will debut in the globally acclaimed racing simulator Gran Turismo 7, for PlayStation 4 and…
Following a monumental box office run, the widely successful Minecraft Movie will soon be accessible to home audiences. The film will premiere on Max on June 20, offering fans a second chance to enjoy the cinematic take on one of the world’s most played video games. A special TV airing on HBO is also scheduled…