Islamabad, Sep 30: Saudi Unemployment Falls to 7.1% in Q2 2024 Unemployment in Saudi Arabia dropped to 7.1% in the second quarter of 2024, down from 7.6% in the previous quarter and 8.5% a year ago, according to government data. The overall unemployment rate, including expatriates, decreased to 3.3% from 4.1% in Q2 of 2023, as reported by the General Authority for Statistics. The decrease in unemployment aligns with Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman’s Vision 2030 initiative, which focuses on job creation and diversifying the economy away from oil. A notable development has been the rise in women’s participation in…
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Islamabad 30: HMD’s Flagship Grade “Moon Knight” Phone Coming Soon The company behind Nokia phones, HMD Global, mostly focuses on mid-range smartphones. New leaks and rumors suggest that HMD now is working on a flagship-grade phone. The device is rumored to be called the HMD “Moon Knight”. The HMD Moon Knight (model TA-1691) is rumored to include a 1080p P-OLED display with a 144Hz refresh rate, though the exact size of the screen hasn’t been disclosed. It will be powered by the Snapdragon 8s Gen 3 chip, a slightly toned-down version of the Snapdragon 8 Gen 3. Despite this, the…
Islamabad, Sep 30: Pakistan vs England Test series’ tickets to go on sale available for online purchase starting today at 5:00 PM PST on PCB.tcs.com.pk, according to a report by ARY News quoting the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB). Physical tickets will be sold at various outlets starting October 4, 9:00 AM. This series is part of the ICC World Test Championship 2023-25, with the first two Test matches set to take place at the Multan Cricket Stadium (MCS) from October 7 to 19. The third Test will be held at the Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium (RCS) from October 24 to 28.…
Islamabad, Sep 30: Pakistan Railways 50% Concession for Disabled Persons Pakistan Railways is now offering a 50% discount on rail fares for people with disabilities traveling on all express and passenger trains, according to an official from the railway department on Monday. The discount will be available upon presenting a Computerized National Identity Card with a disability logo. Additionally, a 50% concession is also being extended to attendants accompanying visually impaired passengers. However, on September 23, the Ministry of Railways increased ticket prices by up to 50% for the general public. Pakistan Railways 50% Concession for Disabled Persons Reports indicate…
Islamabad, Sep 30: The UAE’s Fuel Price Committee has announced a reduction in petrol and diesel prices for October, in response to the recent decline in global oil markets. Starting October 1, the new prices are: Super 98 petrol: Dh2.66 per litre (down from Dh2.90 in September) Special 95 petrol: Dh2.54 per litre (down from Dh2.78) E-Plus 91 petrol: Dh2.47 per litre (down from Dh2.71) Diesel: Dh2.60 per litre (down from Dh2.78) This price drop was expected due to the dip in global oil prices in September. Brent crude averaged $73 per barrel, a decrease from $78.63 in August, largely…
Islamabad, Sep 30: Faysal Bank Joins Hands with Mastercard and 1LINK to Launch Shariah-Compliant Co-Badged Debit Card In a landmark move poised to transform the digital payments landscape in Pakistan, Faysal Bank Limited (FBL) has announced a strategic partnership with Mastercard, a global leader in payment technology, and 1LINK, Pakistan’s foremost domestic payment switch. The Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) was signed to promote digital transformation and deliver innovative payment solutions throughout the country. The signing ceremony took place at Faysal Bank’s Head Office in Karachi, attended by key representatives, including Mr. Yousaf Hussain, President and CEO of FBL, Mr. Aneeq…
Islamabad, Sep 30: On Sunday, Israel announced it had targeted Houthi positions in Yemen following missile attacks on Israel by the group over the past two days, adding another layer to the ongoing conflict in the Middle East. According to the Houthi-run Health Ministry, the Israeli airstrikes resulted in at least four fatalities and 29 injuries, with residents reporting widespread power outages across the port city of Hodeidah. Israel’s military confirmed that multiple aircraft, including fighter jets, attacked power facilities and ports in Hodeidah and Ras Issa. This marks Israel’s second military action against Yemen in just over two months. In…
Islamabad, Sep 30: The registration for the ‘Punjab Honahar Merit Scholarship’ program commenced across the province on Monday. This initiative aims to grant 30,000 scholarships annually to students in 68 disciplines. Beneficiaries will include students from 50 public sector universities, 16 medical colleges, and 131 graduate colleges. Over the next four years, the program will allocate 130 billion rupees in scholarships, benefiting 120,000 students during this period. In July, Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif approved the scholarship program and instructed officials to expand the number of scholarships. During a special meeting of the Higher Education Department on Saturday, the…
Islamabad, Sep 30: KP Government Announces Free Treatment for Rare Genetic Disorders A significant announcement was made during an event in Islamabad organized by the Strive Eradication of Disability Foundation (SEDF), a nonprofit focused on enhancing the lives of Persons with Disabilities (PWDs). Mohammad Yasir Khan, the founding chairman of SEDF, revealed that a proposal was submitted to officials in the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) government two months ago, and they have agreed to partner with the foundation. He stated, “The KP health department has requested a budget summary for funding, and we anticipate that patients will start receiving treatment within…
Islamabad, Sep 30: Sanath Jayasuriya full-time head coach Sri Lanka Sri Lanka Cricket has officially appointed Sanath Jayasuriya as the permanent head coach of the national men’s team. This decision follows a series of impressive performances by the team under Jayasuriya’s interim leadership, which began in July after the resignations of former head coach Chris Silverwood and consultant coach Mahela Jayawardene. Both coaches stepped down following Sri Lanka’s disappointing showing in the T20 World Cup earlier this year. Jayasuriya, a legendary figure in Sri Lankan cricket, has revitalized the team, leading them to a 2-0 victory in an ODI series…
