Islamabad, Apr 2, 2025: Fawad Khan’s eagerly awaited return to Bollywood with the film Abir Gulaal has quickly sparked strong objections from Raj Thackeray’s Maharashtra Navnirman Sena (MNS), just hours after the release of its teaser. The political party has raised concerns over the film’s premiere in Maharashtra, pointing to the participation of a Pakistani actor as the primary issue. MNS representative Ameya Khopkar made it clear that the party is “strongly opposed” to the film being shown in Maharashtra due to Fawad Khan’s involvement. Shiv Sena figure Sanjay Nirupam also expressed his disapproval of the actor’s return to the…
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Islamabad, Apr 2, 2025: Saudi Arabia has implemented fresh travel limitations, preventing citizens of multiple nations from securing short-term visas, including business visit visas (both single and multiple entry), tourist e-visas, and family visit permits. The countries affected by this policy include Pakistan, India, Egypt, Iraq, Morocco, Tunisia, Yemen, Algeria, Nigeria, Jordan, Sudan, Indonesia, Ethiopia, and Bangladesh. Major Travel Restrictions: Citizens of these nations must leave Saudi Arabia no later than April 13, 2025. Holding a valid business or tourist visa will not grant entry beyond the specified deadline. Failure to comply with these regulations may result in a five-year…
Islamabad, Apr 2, 2025: Once again, mobile internet services in Quetta have been cut off due to security concerns, leaving citizens struggling, especially amid the festive atmosphere of Eid. According to reports, internet access was halted on Wednesday morning as part of precautionary measures. However, officials have yet to specify when the services will be restored, adding to public frustration. The sudden suspension has severely impacted daily life, with residents unable to carry out essential online tasks during the holiday period. Many have voiced concerns, urging authorities to reconsider the decision, emphasizing that while security is a priority, cutting off…
Islamabad, Apr 2, 2025: The German Consulate General in Karachi has introduced a new procedure for booking Schengen and long-term visa appointments. Due to the overwhelming demand, individuals can no longer schedule appointments directly. Instead, a waiting list system has been implemented, requiring applicants to register their details in advance. Appointments will be assigned sequentially based on availability, which may lead to extended processing times, potentially causing difficulties for those with urgent travel needs. The consulate has stated that this new arrangement is designed to ensure a more organized and equitable distribution of appointment slots. It has advised applicants to…
Islamabad, Apr 2, 2025: MicroStrategy’s Executive Chairman, Michael Saylor, has forecasted that Bitcoin will eventually surpass gold, real estate, and other long-term investment assets, emerging as the leading store of value. He believes Bitcoin’s market capitalization will skyrocket to $500 trillion. During his speech at the Digital Asset Summit last week, Saylor highlighted the accelerating flow of capital into Bitcoin. He foresees its value growing from $2 billion to $20 trillion and eventually reaching an astounding $500 trillion. Saylor described this transition as a move from traditional financial systems toward a digital monetary network, with capital shifting away from physical…
Islamabad, Apr 2, 2025: Xiaomi has quietly launched the Redmi 13x in Vietnam, introducing an updated design while maintaining the core specifications of last year’s Redmi 13 4G. The refreshed appearance aligns with the latest Redmi Note 14 series, offering a modern and sleek look. Display and Design The Redmi 13x boasts a 6.79-inch IPS LCD screen with Full HD+ resolution and a smooth 90Hz refresh rate. The device features a redesigned exterior, giving it a more contemporary appeal. The rear panel has been revamped, showcasing a new camera module design inspired by Xiaomi’s latest smartphone lineup. Performance and Software…
Islamabad, Apr 2, 2025: Huawei, the renowned Chinese technology conglomerate, recorded an impressive revenue of 862.1 billion yuan (approximately $120.1 billion) in 2024, reflecting a significant surge from 704.2 billion yuan in the previous year, as outlined in its latest annual financial report. The company secured net earnings of 62.6 billion yuan last year, aligning with market projections, the report revealed. This strong financial performance underscores Huawei’s consistent growth and resilience in the tech industry. In 2024, Huawei allocated 179.7 billion yuan towards research and development (R&D), constituting about 20.8% of its yearly revenue. Over the last decade, the company’s…
Islamabad, Mar 30, 2025: The Utility Stores Corporation (USC) is set to launch its exclusive utility ghee brand, offering citizens a more affordable alternative compared to market rates. The authorities have already completed the tendering process for this initiative. Speaking to APP on Sunday, USC Zonal Manager Shahzad Khan revealed that they invited applications from ghee mills and manufacturing firms. The USC head office conducted the bidding process on April 4 to procure 65,000 metric tonnes of vanaspati and 32,500 metric tonnes of cooking oil. He further mentioned that officials will distribute ghee and cooking oil in various zones across…
Islamabad, Mar 30, 2025: Data highlighting the ‘International Day of Zero Waste 2025’ indicates that the global textile industry generates approximately 92 million tonnes of waste annually. Every second, industries incinerate or dump a truckload of discarded clothing in landfills, posing a severe environmental threat. As the world marks the ‘Day of Zero Waste’ on Sunday, experts highlight the waste generated by the fashion and textile sector. The event underscores the environmental and social consequences of excessive production and consumption, exacerbated by the industry’s traditional linear economic model. The rapid expansion of textile manufacturing and consumption is surpassing global sustainability…
Islamabad, Mar 30, 2025: The liberalization of Pakistan’s automotive industry under the International Monetary Fund’s (IMF) economic reforms has sparked concerns among key stakeholders, as reported by industry representatives on Saturday. As per the IMF’s restructuring framework, the government aims to enhance market competition by reducing import tariffs by up to 42% over the next five years. This measure is expected to lower the weighted average tariff from the current 10.6% to approximately 6%. Industry experts fear that the reduction in tariffs on automobile imports will be implemented in two phases, first decreasing to 7.4% and eventually settling at 6%…
