The concept of fame and success in today’s music landscape is a peculiar one. Sometimes, all it takes is one hit track on Spotify for an artist to skyrocket to household name status. Other times, success is a gradual journey that spans years. What makes it even more intriguing is the fact that success in the music industry is subjective and cannot be easily defined. Is it achieving one million streams on Spotify? Or is it crafting a soothing melody that brings solace to a troubled heart? Is success measured by the throngs of Gen-Z fans flocking to live gigs,…
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Xiaomi is gearing up to introduce its debut foldable smartphone, the Mix Flip, signaling the brand’s foray into the flip phone segment. This development follows years after the original Mix Flip prototype, codenamed “argo,” was put on hold. It’s common knowledge that Xiaomi CEO Lei Jun personally evaluates each new smartphone. Recently, Lei Jun was seen using what appears to be the Mix Flip. While the device was only partially visible, its distinctive features align with Xiaomi’s flip phone design. Just a month before the official unveiling of the Mix Flip, a photo surfaced showing Lei Jun with this new…
Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Mohammad Ishaq Dar is scheduled to embark on a two-day visit to Jordan on 10-11 June 2024. He will attend the high-level conference titled “Call for Action: Urgent Humanitarian Response for Gaza,” which is jointly organized by His Majesty King Abdullah II ibn Al Hussein of Jordan, President Abdel Fattah Al-Sisi of Egypt, and United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres. The primary objective of the conference is to address the pressing humanitarian crisis in Gaza and formulate a collective response. During the visit, the Deputy Prime Minister is expected to engage in bilateral discussions with…
Bollywood actress Sonakshi Sinha will reportedly marry actor Zaheer Iqbal on June 23 in Mumbai. The couple, Sonakshi and Zaheer, have maintained a low profile about their relationship despite being together for a significant period. However, their frequent public appearances together and affectionate social media posts have hinted at their strong bond. Earlier this month, Zaheer shared adorable photos of them celebrating Sonakshi’s birthday, captioning the post with “Happy Birthday Sonzzz.” Sources reveal that apart from close friends and family, the entire cast of the upcoming movie Heeramandi has been invited to the wedding ceremony. The wedding invitation, resembling a…
In Islamabad, it has been suggested that the tax on imported mobile phones will be increased in the federal budget for the upcoming financial year 2024-25. Media reports indicate that there is a proposal to impose federal excise duty on imported mobile phones, with FED gross assessment being considered for such imports. Additionally, there is a proposal to raise the Pakistan Telecommunication Tax (PTA) on luxury imported mobile phones. Moreover, a General Sales Tax (GST) of up to 25 percent is currently applied to imported mobile phones. According to the reports, the forthcoming Finance Bill is expected to propose a…
In Karachi, it’s anticipated that the weather will remain hot and humid over the next 24 hours, as reported by the meteorological department. The minimum temperature in the city has been recorded at 29.5 degrees Celsius, with the maximum expected to reach 37 degrees Celsius today (Monday). Meteorologists mention that the current temperature in the city stands at 33 degrees Celsius, with a perceived heat intensity of up to 38 degrees. Additionally, the Meteorological Department notes that winds are originating from the west in the city, with the humidity level in the air measured at 72 percent.
In Beijing, Zhang Jiadong, Director of the Center for South Asian Studies at Fudan University in Shanghai, China, emphasized the significant investment opportunities for Chinese enterprises and the infrastructural enhancements for Pakistan presented by the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC), a flagship project of the Belt and Road Initiative (BRI). Zhang Jiadong highlighted the substantial mutual benefits of CPEC, with Chinese companies benefiting from lucrative overseas construction projects and Pakistan gaining improved power supply and transportation facilities. He noted that while China and Pakistan have historically relied on diplomatic relations, their economic cooperation is relatively new, with CPEC deepening this partnership…
SARGODHA: Five brick kilns in different parts of the district were sealed by the environment protection department due to their contribution to environmental pollution, as reported on Monday. According to a spokesperson, the raiding teams targeted several areas including Melowal, Miani, and Chak Syeda Bala, resulting in the closure of kilns belonging to Shahid Murtaza, Imran, Zafar Hayyat, Muhammad Yar, and Muhammad Amir. Legal actions have been initiated against them.
On Monday, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif extended congratulations to Narendra Modi as he was sworn in for another term as the Prime Minister of India. “Congratulations to Narendra Modi on his swearing-in as the Prime Minister of India,” the prime minister shared on his X timeline. Modi began his third term as Indian PM on Sunday following the victory of the BJP-led National Democratic Alliance in the general election, securing 293 seats. This outcome, contrary to predictions, saw a smaller margin compared to the 234 seats won by the opposition.
As the world marked World Ocean Day, Romina Khurshid Alam, Coordinator to the Prime Minister on Climate Change, emphasized the urgent necessity for collective action from governmental and non-governmental entities, as well as communities, to confront the numerous challenges confronting Pakistan’s oceans. In a press release issued on Saturday, Ms. Alam stressed the relevance of this year’s theme, ‘Catalysing Action for Our Ocean and Climate’, particularly resonating with Pakistan’s coastal communities, whose lives and livelihoods are intricately linked to the oceans’ health and sustainability. Highlighting Pakistan’s commitment as a coastal nation to advancing marine conservation efforts, Ms. Alam acknowledged the…