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Actor speaks out on favouritism, PR culture, and how social media often overshadows real talent today In a recent conversation, actor Namra Shahid didn’t hold back while talking about the reality of the industry, especially the clear gap between talent and recognition. While she touched on her role as Asiya in Muamma, the bigger focus … Read more
Hyderabad Kingsmen edge Karachi Kings in a thrilling last-over finish to claim their maiden franchise victory. Photo: PSL/FILE Muhammad Irfan Khan produced a composed yet explosive finish as Hyderabad Kingsmen chased down a daunting 189-run target to defeat Karachi Kings by four wickets in the 20th match of the Pakistan Super League (PSL) 11 at … Read more
Singer Bilal Maqsood has made a return to music with his latest single O’re Saajna, released on Friday. This song arrives with a music video inspired by his children’s puppet show Pakkay Dost. Ahead of the release, Maqsood teased the track on Instagram with a behind-the-scenes glimpse of the video. Sharing his thoughts, he wrote: “Wanted … Read more
Israel’s campaign targeting Hezbollah in Lebanon has been a source of tension in the U.S.-Iran cease-fire. Israeli and Lebanese officials plan to meet for rare talks in Washington this week.
With the U.S. and Iranian delegations gone from Islamabad and the cease-fire uncertain, Pakistan faces its own economic and diplomatic challenges.
Mohammad Reza Aref stresses unity, says Tehran will stand firm on key demands following ‘Islamabad Talks’ Iranian Vice President Mohammad Reza Aref. PHOTO: ANADOLU AGENCY Iran’s Vice President Mohammad Reza Aref said Sunday that Tehran will stand firm on defending its rights “from the Strait of Hormuz to pursuing compensation,” following Saturday’s talks with the … Read more
Iran sees American demands as reaching far beyond what it achieved in war. Tehran is gambling that it can withstand further bombardment more than Washington is willing to sustain economic chaos, experts say.
A banner with a message calling for the New Zealand government to sanction Israel hangs on a boat of a humanitarian flotilla preparing to depart for Gaza, in Barcelona, Spain, April 11, 2026. PHOTO: REUTERS A second flotilla carrying humanitarian aid to Palestinians in Gaza was due to set sail on Sunday from the Spanish … Read more
[ KARACHI: Pakistan’s commercial banking sector is bracing for a major financial shock, as a sharp spike in interest rate yields is expected to wipe out more than Rs600 billion in revaluation surpluses within a single quarter. A report by Optimus Capital Management, titled ‘Back to Square One’, warns that the rapid shift in the … Read more
Reaffirms Pakistan’s desire to further strengthen its fraternal relations with the republic President Asif Ali Zardari (L) and President of Iraq Nizar Amidi (R). PHOTO: X President Asif Ali Zardari on Sunday congratulated Nizar Amidi on his election as president of the Republic of Iraq, conveying his best wishes for success in the new role, … Read more