‘Q2 growth jumps to 3.9%’

[ ISLAMABAD: The federal government on Thursday said the economy grew at a pace of 3.9% during the second quarter of this fiscal year, maintaining momentum in national output on the back of growth in all three major sectors. However, the central bank raised questions about the absence of data on the actual output of … Read more

Tom Holland is ‘my person’

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Actor Zendaya has shared rare insights into her relationship with Tom Holland, describing him as “my person” and revealing how their bond began during their first audition together. Speaking on ‘Modern Love’ podcast, Zendaya explained that she feels a sense of calm and comfort around Holland that sets him apart. “I knew this is my … Read more

Bangladesh cuts working hours to save energy amid Middle East crises

Government offices will run from 9:00am to 4:00pm, while markets, shopping centres must shut by 6:00pm A worker fills a car’s tank at a fuel station amid concerns about rising fuel prices linked to the US-Israel conflict with Iran. Photo: Reuters (file) Bangladesh has launched fresh measures to curb energy consumption, cutting office hours and … Read more

US forum pitches tax reforms to Aurangzeb

[ ISLAMABAD: A delegation of the American Business Forum (ABF) called on Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb at the Finance Division and shared proposals for tax policy rationalisation, reduction in compliance burden, incentivisation of exports and facilitation of foreign exchange inflows, according to a statement issued by the Ministry of Finance on Thursday. The delegation, led … Read more

PSL committee rejects Fakhar’s appeal

The Pakistan Super League (PSL) technical committee has dismissed an appeal by Fakhar Zaman. Photo: REUTERS The Pakistan Super League (PSL) technical committee has dismissed an appeal by Fakhar Zaman, upholding the two-match ban imposed on the Lahore Qalandars batter for ball tampering, the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) confirmed on Thursday.The 35-year-old had earlier been … Read more

Gwadar also enters transhipment arena

[ KARACHI: Gwadar Port has begun witnessing an uptick in transhipment activity as global shipping patterns shift amid disruptions in traditional routes through the Strait of Hormuz, with industry stakeholders calling for urgent policy action. The port berthed M/V HMO LEADER, carrying 368 metric tonnes of transhipment cargo, according to the Gwadar Port media coordinator. … Read more

Rockstar holds ‘GTA VI’ November release window

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As anticipation around ‘Grand Theft Auto’ (GTA) VI intensifies, a seemingly routine financial milestone has triggered renewed confidence that one of the most scrutinised releases in gaming history may, at last, be on schedule. The latest update centres on Rockstar Games entering its new fiscal year on April 1, with the much-delayed title now formally … Read more