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Gunman kills six in Afghan mosque attack: govt spokesman

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KABUL: Six people were killed when a gunman stormed a mosque in western Afghanistan, a government spokesman said Tuesday. Interior ministry spokesman Abdul Mateen Qani said that on Monday around 9:00 pm (1630 GMT) “an unknown armed person shot at civilian worshippers in a mosque” in Herat province’s Guzara district. “Six civilians were martyred, and one civilian was injured,” he wrote on social media platform X early Tuesday morning. The state-run Bakhtar News Agency gave the same death toll for the attack, which took place in a district just south of the provincial capital of Herat city. Citing local sources, domestic media channel Tolo reported the mosque belonged to Afghanistan’s minority Shiite community. While no group has yet claimed the attack, the regional chapter of Islamic State (IS) is the largest security threat in Afghanistan and has frequently targeted Shiite communities. The Taliban government has pledged to protect religious and ethnic minorities since returning

Missing ‘TMKOC’ actor Gurucharan Singh spotted in CCTV footage

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Indian TV actor Gurucharan Singh, of the long-running sitcom ‘Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah’ fame, who had been missing for the past five days, has been caught on CCTV camera. Watch ARY News live on  live.arynews.tv As per the reports from Indian media outlets, Delhi police have been investigating the kidnapping case filed by the parents of actor Gurucharan Singh, who played Roshan Singh Sodhi in ‘TMKOC’ , after he went missing earlier this week while travelling from Delhi to Mumbai. Reportedly, the police have obtained the CCTV footage of the area, which shows Singh, walking with a bag around his back, in the Palam area of the Indian capital, at 9.14 pm on April 22, the day he went missing. Speaking to a local news agency, DCP South-West Delhi Rohit Meena stated, ”Gurucharan Singh’s family lodged a complaint with us that he left for Mumbai on 22 April at 8:30 pm. He has been missing since then.” “We have registered a case under Section 365 of the IPC and are investigating fro

US chip bans not meant to hobble China’s growth, Blinken says

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US export controls on sending advanced computing chips to China are not meant to hold back China’s economy or technological development, Secretary of State Antony Blinken said during an interview with National Public Radio. Since 2022, US officials have imposed sweeping controls on which computing chips can be exported to China, cutting off some sales from Nvidia (NVDA.O), opens new tab, Advanced Micro Devices (AMD.O), opens new tab and Intel (INTC.O), opens new tab, among others. Those controls followed earlier bans on shipping chips to Huawei Technologies (HWT.UL). But U.S. officials have granted at least two US companies – Intel and Qualcomm (QCOM.O), opens new tab – licenses to keep shipping chips to Huawei, which is using an Intel chip to power a new laptop model. Two Republican lawmakers earlier this week criticized the exemption for Intel, but in the interview with NPR, Blinken highlighted the device as a sign the US was not trying to hobble China. “I saw that Huawei just pu

Taiwan detects 22 Chinese aircraft around island

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TAIPEI: Taiwan’s defence ministry said Saturday it had detected 22 Chinese warplanes and drones around the self-ruled island in a window of less than three hours. The sorties come less than a month before the May 20 inauguration of new Taiwan president Lai Ching-te, who China regards as a dangerous separatist. “We detected activities from 22 PLA aircraft… since 9:30 am (0130 GMT),” it said in a statement released at 12:10 pm on Saturday. “12 aircraft crossed the median line and entered Taiwan’s northern and central air defence identification zone,” it said, adding that the warplanes and drones joined Chinese naval vessels in “joint combat patrol”. The median line bisects the Taiwan Strait, a narrow 180-kilometre (110-mile) waterway separating the island from mainland China. Beijing, which does not recognise the line, claims Taiwan as part of its territory and has never renounced the use of force to bring the island under its control. Under the administration of Taiwanese Preside

PTI ‘denied’ permission to hold Karachi power show

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KARACHI: The Karachi administration on Friday denied permission to Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) to hold a power show at Karachi’s Bagh-e-Jinnah on April 28, ARY News reported citing sources. According to sources, the police report stated that the permission to hold a public gathering was denied, in light of potential security threats and the recent surge in terrorist activities in the city. In a report to District Commissioner, the Police urged against giving permission to PTI to hold a public gathering as there are threats of a possible terrorist attack in the port city. It is important to mention here that today the Sindh High Court will hear the PTI plea seeking permission to hold power show in Karachi’s Bagh-e-Jinnah. Earlier, Pakistan Teheek-e-Insaf (PTI) Sindh President Haleem Adil Sheikh said that the party’s public gathering in Karachi rescheduled for May 5. Read More:  PTI announces public gathering in Karachi In a statement, Haleem Adil Sheikh said that in the party’

Committee recommends Urea import for Kharif season

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ISLAMABAD: The fertilizer review committee has recommended import of urea to stabilize supply and prices in Kharif season, ARY News reported on Thursday. Federal Minister for National Food Security Rana Tanveer Hussain has directed for immediate import of two lac metric tonnes of urea to avoid fertilizer shortage. The urea demand will enhance by 3.6 percent in Kharif in comparison to last year, minister said. “It is necessary to import fertilizer to ensure food security in the country,” Rana Tanveer said. He said it will help to enhance farm productivity. “A timely import of urea will bring fertilizer prices down and stabilize the local urea market”, minister said. Food security minister said that all local urea fertilizer plants will continue functioning with their full capacity. “The government ensuring gas supply to fertilizer industry for benefit of the farmers,” federal minister said. A spokesperson of the ministry has said that the Economic Coordination Committee (ECC) wil

Viral video: Bride’s family attempt to ‘kidnap’ her from wedding venue

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In a bizarre event, a family attempted to disrupt their daughter’s marriage ceremony by trying to ‘kidnap’ the bride.  The woman, Gangavaram Sneha, a resident of Kurnool district, and Battina Venkatanandu, were in love and wanted to get married, the Indian media reported. According to reports, the incident took place in the Kadiam village near Rajahmundry in East Godavari district of Andhra Pradesh, India, on Sunday (April 21). In the video shared on X, which quickly went viral, the family can be seen trying to ‘kidnap’ the bride from the wedding venue and hurling chili powder at people who tried to intervene. BREAKING… #JanasenaParty leader attempt to kidnap … Rajamahendravaram, Kadiam.. Thota Gangaram JanasenaParty 7th ward President hit pepper in the bride’s parents eyes and tried to kidnap the bride in the function hall. More Update On The Way.. #LavangamUpdates #JSP pic.twitter.com/eAQGPWvVhl — Lavangam News (@LavangamNews) April 22, 2024 The bride Gangavaram Sne

One Homes Signs World Famous “BCo.” to Partner for their New $35M Branded Residences Project in Islamabad

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In a groundbreaking move for luxury living in Islamabad, One Homes is excited to announce its latest collaboration with Bernardo Hair & Co. (BCO London) for its prestigious development, nestled in the serene Cedar Hills. This development is setting new benchmarks in luxury living, combining opulent amenities with breathtaking natural landscapes. BCO London, located in the chic Marylebone area of London, is renowned for its exceptional beauty services and has become the salon of choice for celebrities and influencers worldwide. Major A list celebrities like Adriane Galisteu, Brenda Costa and Daphne Joy are a few other notable individuals who are its clients. BCO’s London has a global footprint in New York, Miami, Santo Domingo, Dubai, Abu Dhabi and Kuwait.  One Homes’ new development is more than just a residential project; it is Islamabad’s first-ever luxury service apartment designed to cater to the discerning tastes of overseas Pakistanis. The development boasts a tri-tower de

Mari Petroleum finds hydrocarbon deposits in Sindh’s Daharki

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KARACHI: The Mari Petroleum Company Limited (MPCL) has announced new discovery of hydrocarbon deposits in Sindh’s Daharki area, ARY News reported on Monday. The new find, resulting from exploratory efforts at Shawal-l well, drilled in Mari Development & Production Lease (D&PL), the exploration firm informed the stock market on Monday. According to the filing, Shawal-l well was spud-in on January 27, 2024, and successfully drilled down to a total depth of 1,136 meters. During testing, the well produced 1,040 barrels of crude oil along with 2.5 million standard cubic feet per day (MMSCFD) of associated gas at wellhead flowing pressure (WHFP) of 953 pounds per square inch (Psi) at 32/64 inch choke size. This is the first-ever oil discovery in Mari D&PL, which has been in gas production since 1967. The MPCL MD has called the discovery a notable success of the company’s geo-scientists and engineers. from ARY NEWS https://ift.tt/Se4z6NL

Pakistan calls for infrastructure connectivity in developing countries

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Pakistan has called for development of infrastructure connectivity to fortify global resilience and promote sustainable development, especially in developing countries. The call was made by Pakistan’s Permanent Representative to the United Nations, Munir Akram in his capacity as co-chair of the Group of Friends of Sustainable Infrastructure Investment, while delivering a statement during the UN General Assembly’s Sustainability Week in New York. He said the achievement of the 17 Sustainable Development Goals by 2030 and our climate goals require a major transition to sustainable infrastructure in energy, transport, housing, communications and industrial and agricultural production and consumption. The Pakistani envoy said majority of developing countries do not have the public resources to finance infrastructure nor are they able to secure sufficient private investment. He called for mobilizing significantly larger concessional finance enhance credit quality and incentivize privat

Cash-strapped Pakistan makes formal request to IMF for another bailout

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Another westerly wave to enter in Balochistan on April 25

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KARACHI: Another westerly wave will enter in Pakistan from Balochistan on April 25, quoting a weather official ARY News reported on Saturday. Chief Meteorologist Sardar Sarfaraz has said that the new weather system will not be likely to bring rainfall in Karachi. “The city will experience hot weather for next three days,” according to the Met Office. Presently the weather has been cloudy as maximum and minimum temperatures will remain 35-degree Celsius and 25-degree Celsius respectively. The wind blowing in city with 13KM per hour speed from western direction, according to weather report. The level of particulate matter in the metropolis recorded 96, ranking the city’s air quality at 16 in the most polluted cities of the world. Humidity ratio in the air remained 77 percent as the air quality in the city has improved according to the air quality index. from ARY NEWS https://ift.tt/Df2Jyip

Internet services to remain ‘suspended’ in THESE cities

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LAHORE: The internet and mobile services likely to remain suspended in several major cities during the by-election, ARY News reported citing sources. According to sources, the Punjab home ministry has written to federal interior ministry seeking internet suspension on the day of by-election. Sources said that the internet and mobile services will remain suspended in 13 cities including Lahore, DG Khan, Gujrat, Sheikhupura, Sadiq Abad, Chakwal, Talagang, Alipur, Zafarwal, Bhakkar, Kasur, Alipur Kot Chatta. Earlier, the Punjab government imposed Section 144 of the Criminal Procedure Code (CrPC) ahead of the by-elections in different districts of the province. According to the details, Section 144 of CrPC was imposed in those districts where by-elections are being held including Lahore, Kasur, Chakwal, and Gujarat. Read More:  ECP hands over 6.23m ballot papers to ROs for by-elections Section 144 of CrPC is enforced in Bhakkar, Wazirabad, Narowal, Sheikhupura, Rahim Yar Khan and De

SBP reserves stay above $8bn despite $1bn repayment

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KARACHI: The foreign exchange reserves held by the State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) rose by 14.4 million to $8.055 billion in the week ending April 12, the State Bank of Pakistan said on Thursday. “During the week, SBP has executed the repayment of US$ 1 billion maturing Pakistan’s International Bond (principal plus interest),” it said in a weekly statement. However, the country’s total reserves fell by $68 million to $13.374 billion. Similarly, the reserves of commercial banks decreased by $82 million to $5.319 billion. It is worth mentioning here that Pakistan and the IMF last month reached a staff-level agreement on the second and last review of the $3 billion stand-by arrangement, which, if cleared by the global lender’s board, will release about $1.1 billion to the country. The IMF’s board is expected to review the matter in late April, but no firm date has been set, a spokesperson said. Separately, Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb, who is currently in Washington to attend th

Hezbollah strikes northern Israel with missiles and drones, 14 soldiers wounded

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DUBAI: Lebanon’s Hezbollah said on Wednesday it launched missiles and drones at a military facility in northern Israel in retaliation for Israeli strikes that killed Hezbollah members, an incident that the Israeli military said left 14 soldiers wounded. The military said six of the soldiers were in serious condition. It said it “struck the sources of fire” after identifying several anti-tank missile and drone launches from Lebanon towards the Bedouin village of Arab al-Aramshe. The Israeli Ynet news site said the soldiers were in a community centre in the village. On Tuesday, Israeli strikes in southern Lebanon killed three people, including a Hezbollah field commander, Lebanese security sources said. Israeli forces and Lebanon’s Hezbollah have been exchanging fire for over six months in parallel to the Gaza war, in the most serious hostilities since they fought a major war in 2006. Read more: UN Security Council to vote Friday on Palestinian UN membership Later on Wednesday, Is

Telegram to hit 1 bln users within year: Founder

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Telegram messaging app, one of the most popular social media platforms in Ukraine and Russia, will likely cross 1 billion active monthly users within a year, its founder said in remarks published on Tuesday. In a rare interview, Pavel Durov told U.S. journalist Tucker Carlson that the Dubai-based free cloud-based app that allows users to send and receive messages, calls and other files, is spreading like a “forest fire”. “We’ll probably cross 1 billion monthly active users within a year now,” Durov, who fully owns Telegram, told Tucker, according to the video interview posted on Tucker’s account on the X social media platform. The goal of the app, which has now 900 million active users, is to remain a “neutral platform” and not a “player in geopolitics,” Durov said. The Russia-born entrepreneur said he had  fled  Russia in 2014 citing government interference in a company he founded. One of Telegram’s main rivals, Meta Platforms’  (META.O), opens new tab  WhatsApp, has  more than 2

Iran closed nuclear facilities in wake of Israel attack: IAEA chief

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UNITED NATIONS: Iran temporarily closed its nuclear facilities over “security considerations” in the wake of its massive missile and drone attack on Israel over the weekend, the head of the UN’s atomic watchdog said Monday. Speaking to journalists on the sidelines of a UN Security Council meeting, International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) chief Rafael Grossi was asked whether he was concerned about the possibility of an Israeli strike on an Iranian nuclear facility in retaliation for the attack. “We are always concerned about this possibility. What I can tell you is that our inspectors in Iran were informed by the Iranian government that yesterday (Sunday), all the nuclear facilities that we are inspecting every day would remain closed on security considerations,” he said. The facilities were to reopen on Monday, Grossi said, but inspectors would not return until the following day. “I decided to not let the inspectors return until we see that the situation is completely calm,” he

Judge finds staffer committed rape in Australian parliament

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SYDNEY: An Australian judge ruled Monday that a conservative political staffer likely committed rape in parliament, a dramatic twist in a case that sparked national protests. The judge threw out a defamation suit brought by the former staffer, Bruce Lehrmann, against Network 10 television after it broadcast an interview with his alleged victim, Brittany Higgins. Federal Court Justice Michael Lee made his finding on the balance of probabilities, as required in civil cases. In a criminal case, a conviction must be proven beyond reasonable doubt. “Mr Lehrmann raped Ms Higgins. I hasten to stress; this is a finding on the balance of probabilities,” the judge said. “Mr Lehrmann remains a man who has not been convicted of any offence, but he has now been found, by the civil standard of proof, to have engaged in a great wrong,” Lee said. Higgins has alleged that Lehrmann raped her on a couch inside the national parliamentary office of a government minister following a night of heavy dri

A jury of his peers: A look at how jury selection will work in Donald Trump’s first criminal trial

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Bahawalnagar incident: Punjab govt issues JIT notification

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LAHORE: The Punjab government has issued a notification with regard to the formation of a joint investigation team (JIT) to investigate the Bahawalnagar incident. According to the notification, Special Home Secretary Fazal-ur-Rehman will be the convener of the team whereas Bahawalpur Commissioner Nadir Chatha and DIG Special Branch Faisal Raza will be the members of the joint investigation team. The team will also include a member each from Inter-Services Intelligence (ISI) and Intelligence Bureaus (IB). Previously, in a statement issued by the SSP, it was said that the tragic incident in Bhawalnagar had been resolved immediately through the joint efforts of the army and police authorities. However, despite the resolution of the matter, certain elements started negative propaganda on social media. Read more: ISPR issues statement over Bahwalnagar incident The Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) said on Friday that recently a ‘tragic’ incident took place in Bahawalnagar but the

Iran attack on Israel ‘foiled’: Israeli army

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The Israeli military said Sunday that Iran’s attack using hundreds of drones and missiles had been “foiled”, with 99 percent of them intercepted overnight. “The Iranian attack was foiled,” Israeli military spokesman Rear Admiral Daniel Hagari said in a televised statement. None of the drones and cruise missiles that were launched towards Israel had entered its territory, Hagari said, and “only a few” ballistic missiles reached Israel. One of them “lightly hit the Nevatim base”, he added, noting that the military compound was “still functioning”. Defence Minister Yoav Gallant said in a statement: “Together with the United States and additional partners, we managed to defend the territory of the State of Israel.” “The campaign is not over yet -– we must remain alert”, Gallant added. Mossad says Hamas rejected Gaza truce proposal Israel’s Mossad spy agency said on Sunday that Palestinian militant group Hamas had rejected the latest proposal by international mediators for a truce i

What to expect of Olaf Scholz’s China visit?

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Qantas redirects Perth-London flights to avoid Iran airspace

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SYDNEY: Australian airline Qantas said on Saturday it would redirect its long-haul flights between Perth and London to avoid Iran’s airspace amid soaring Middle East tensions. A Qantas spokesperson told AFP the airline would temporarily adjust the flight paths due to “the situation in parts of the Middle East”. “We’ll reach out to customers directly if there’s any change to their booking,” the spokesperson said. The Perth-London flight, which is usually a non-stop 17-and-a-half hour journey, will now stop in Singapore to refuel, allowing it to carry a full load of passengers on an alternate route. The return service — London to Perth — will continue to fly non-stop on a readjusted path due to prevailing winds. All other flights are not affected. Qantas joins other airlines including Lufthansa and its subsidiary Austrian Airlines in redirecting flights to avoid Iranian airspace. The move comes after Iran blamed Israel for a strike in Syria this month that killed two Iranian gene

Shark Tank India: P-TAL founders who walked away with rare all-shark deal say, ‘We are sending the cheques back’

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ADB predicts 1.9pc growth for Pakistan’s economy this fiscal year

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KARACHI: Predicting Pakistan’s growth rate to be 1.9 percent this fiscal year, the Asian Development Bank (ADB) in its report has anticipated a reduction in the wave of inflation in the next financial year, ARY News reported on Friday. The Asian Development Bank’s annual Outlook Report for 2024 revealed that the inflation in Pakistan has surged to its highest level in the past five decades last year, meanwhile, the inflation has continues to rise this year due to the surge in energy prices as part of the IMF program. In its annual report, the Asian Development Bank stated that political instability in Pakistan is a major challenge for economic recovery and reforms. Meanwhile the inflation in Pakistan is expected to remain at a high level of 25 percent this fiscal year and it is likely to decrease significantly in the next fiscal year. According to the report, Pakistan’s economy shrank due to political uncertainty and extensive flooding, adding that the growth of the construction s

Eagle-eyed fans spot mistakes in Sanjay Leela Bhansali’s Heeramandi trailer: Microphone wire sticking out, VFX Fardeen Khan

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Opposition win in South Korea election to deepen policy stalemate for Yoon

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SEOUL: South Korea’s liberal opposition parties scored a landslide victory in a parliamentary election held on Wednesday, dealing a resounding blow to President Yoon Suk Yeol and his conservative party but falling just short of a super majority. The Democratic Party (DP) was projected to take 175 of the 300 seats in the new assembly, data from the National Election Commission and network broadcasters showed with all votes counted as of 10:32 a.m. (0132 GMT). A splinter liberal party considered allied with the DP was expected to take 12 seats, projections showed, leaving the bloc short of the 200 seats needed for a super-majority. Yoon’s People Power Party (PPP) was set to win 108 seats. An official announcement of the results is due later on Thursday. DP leader Lee Jae-myung, who led a combative campaign against Yoon, said the top priority now was to work for an economic recovery that is palpable for the average consumer. “The ruling and opposition parties must join forces to over

Fasting, a sacred tradition spanning centuries and faiths

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Pakistan armed forces extend Eidul Fitr wishes to the nation

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RAWALPINDI: The Pakistan armed forces have extended heartfelt Eidul Fitr greetings to the nation. In an ISPR message, Pakistan armed forces stated that for a soldier, the true essence of Eid lies in the pride of serving on the frontlines, safeguarding our nation, away from loved ones and the festivities of Eid. The armed forces prayed for the blessings of Allah upon the beloved homeland, ushering in peace and prosperity. On this auspicious occasion, let us reflect upon the unwavering courage of our national heroes, serving as a beacon of inspiration for both the Armed Forces of Pakistan and the entire nation. The ISPR said we remain eternally grateful to these brave souls and their families for their sacrifices. Let us pay homage to the martyrs of Pakistan, who laid down their lives in defence of the motherland, ensuring its safety and sovereignty. Read more: Pakistan celebrates Eidul Fitr with religious fervour Eidul Fitr is being celebrated with great religious zeal and fervor

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Eidul Fitr 2024: Ruet-e-Hilal Committee to meet today for moon sighting

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ISLAMABAD: The Central Ruet-e-Hilal Committee will meet in Islamabad on Tuesday (today) for a sighting of the Shawwal-ul-Mukarram moon. The PMD predicted that the Shawwal moon is likely to be seen in Pakistan on April 9 across the country. According to PMD, the birth of the Shawwal moon is expected to emerge on the night of April 8 at 11:21 pm local time. Read more: Eidul Fitr 2024: Prayer timings in major cities across Pakistan The chairman of the Committee Maulana Abdul Khabir Azad will preside over the meeting. Members from various institutions, including the Ministry of Science and Technology, the Pakistan Meteorological Department, and The Space and Upper Atmosphere Research Commission will also participate in the meeting. Zonal members from Islamabad, Lahore, Karachi, Quetta, and Peshawar will also contribute to the deliberations. Emphasizing the importance of public involvement, Maulana Azad has encouraged citizens to actively engage in moon sighting efforts for Shawwal-

WB approves $149.7m for two projects in Pakistan

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ISLAMABAD: The World Bank has approved 149.7 million dollars in financing for two projected in Pakistan, ARY News reported. As per details, the funds were okayed to support the projects related to digital economy and improved flood resilience, This has been stated in a statement issued by the international financial institution. The allocated funding of 78 million dollars for the Digital Economy Enhancement Project is expected to enhance financial management through technology-driven solutions and data-driven decision-making. The investment in digital economy is also likely to streamline public services, increase transparency and foster economic growth. Simultaneously, the 71.7 million dollars allocation for Sindh Barrages Improvement Project is likely to ensure greater flood resilience. Related: WB okays $100 million financing for Pakistan Last year in July, the World Bank’s Board of Executive Directors Thursday approved US$100 million for the Punjab Family Planning Program to

Ruchi Veera, Samajwadi Party candidate in Moradabad, booked for violating MCC

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FIA arrests three members of hawala hundi gang

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DG KHAN: Federal Investigation Agency (FIA) has arrested three members of an organized hawala-hundi gang from Dera Ghazi Khan, ARY News reported on Sunday. The FIA spokesperson reported that the apprehended individuals identified as Ali Haider, Muhammad Khan, Abdul Aziz and substantial amount of Rs59 lac, Debt card, cheque books and mobile phones was also seized from the suspects possession. Earlier, the Federal Investigation Agency (FIA) claimed to have arrested a total of seven individuals, including four wanted culprits, allegedly involved in human trafficking and operating illegal money exchange business. As per FIA spokesperson, revealed that the individuals were arrested from different cities across the country including Multan, DG Khan, and Bahawalpur. The FIA spokesperson reported that the apprehended individuals were found to be in possession of a substantial amount of local currency, exceeding Rs 1 million in cash, while a significant sum of foreign currency, amounting t

Dacoits attack police picket, snatch weapons, cash in Khairpur

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KHARIPUR: In a shocking incident, a group of dacoits attacked a police picket in Khairpur and deprived policemen of their valuables including weapons, bullets, cash and motorcycles, ARY News reported on Saturday. As per details, dacoits attacked a police picket near Pir Jo Goth in Sindh’s Khairpur district and took the cops hostage and tortured a cop over resistance. The cops took away weapons, bullets, cash and motorcycles and fled the scene safely. After getting information about the attack , SHO Pir Jo Goth sent a contingent of police for the arrest of dacoits. The law and order situation of Sindh especially of katcha area is worsening with every passing day as the dacoits continue to abduct people for ransom, while the police ‘failed’ to maintain law and order situation. Read more: Five policemen injured in Shikarpur dacoits attack On October 11, last year, five policemen including Station Head Officer (SHO) Mehboob Brohi, Head Muhrar, Naseem, Constable, Jan Muhammad, Consta

Israel approves reopening of Erez crossing for aid in Gaza

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JERUSALEM: Israel said it approved the reopening of the Erez crossing into northern Gaza and the temporary use of Ashdod port in southern Israel, following U.S. demands to increase humanitarian aid supplies into Gaza. During a call with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Thursday night, U.S. President Joe Biden demanded  “specific, concrete”  steps to alleviate the humanitarian crisis in Gaza, saying conditions could be placed on U.S. aid if Israel did not respond. The growing pressure on Israel came after the killing of seven aid workers in an Israeli strike on Monday night, which triggered global outrage at the continuing crisis over aid deliveries into the besieged enclave. A meeting of the security cabinet late on Thursday approved immediate steps to increase humanitarian aid to the civilian population in the Gaza Strip, a statement said. In addition to reopening the Erez crossing point, which has been closed since it was destroyed during the Oct. 7 attack on Israel,

‘Sridevi didn’t want daughters Khushi and Janhvi to become actors, imagined their weddings,’ reveals Boney Kapoor

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UN suspends night operations in Gaza after Israeli strikes on aid workers

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UNITED NATIONS: UN humanitarian officials in Gaza have suspended operations at night for at least 48 hours in response to the killing of seven aid workers from the NGO ‘World Central Kitchen’ by an Israeli strike on Tuesday. The move will allow for further evaluation of the security issues that impact both personnel on the ground and the people they are trying to serve, UN Spokesperson Stéphane Dujarric said on Wednesday during the noon briefing for reporters in New York. The UN World Food Programme (WFP) reports that daytime operations are continuing, including ongoing efforts to get food aid convoys into northern Gaza. World Central Kitchen and other charities have suspended aid operations which has had a “double impact” in the Gaza Strip, Mr. Dujarric said in response to a reporter’s question. “It has a real impact on people who depend on these organisations to receive aid,” he said. “But it also has a psychological and chilling effect on humanitarian workers, both Palestinian

Suriya and Jyotika’s strenuous couple workout goes viral, fans say ‘fitness goals’. Watch

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Winter dream or April fool? Iqra Aziz shares surprising visuals from her home

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Showbiz A-lister Iqra Aziz took social users by surprise as she shared a glimpse of snowfall at her Karachi home in summer. Watch ARY News live on  live.arynews.tv Taking to her Instagram handle on Tuesday afternoon, Iqra Aziz surprised her more than 10 million followers on the social site with rather unusual visuals from her home in Karachi, as she witnessed snowfall in her garden during the scorching summer season. “You won’t believe the situation outside my home right now,” said the ‘Burns Road Kay Romeo Juliet’ actor looking into the camera, before she panned her phone towards the garden to show the snow. “Oh my god, I can’t believe this. There is a sudden drop in the temperature but this is confusing. It was so hot yesterday and now it’s this chilly weather with the snowfall. This feels like a dream,” she wondered, adding that it could be someone who might be trying to prank her.   View this post on Instagram   A post shared by IQRA AZIZ