Rabi-ul-Awwal Moon Likely to Be Sighted on August 24 KARACHI – The new Islamic month of Rabi-ul-Awwal, which holds special significance for Muslims as it marks the birth of the Prophet Muhammad (PBUH), is expected to begin on August 25, 2025. According to the Pakistan Space and Upper Atmosphere Research Commission (SUPARCO), the moon for […]
Heavy Rainfall Forecast as Wind Pattern Shifts in Karachi KARACHI – The city witnessed a shift in weather on Wednesday as winds began blowing from the northeast at a speed of 4 km/h, paving the way for more heavy downpours. According to the Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD), several areas of Karachi are expected to receive […]
NADRA Issues Step-by-Step Guide for Correcting Parents’ Names on CNIC ISLAMABAD – The National Database and Registration Authority (NADRA) has released a detailed procedure to help citizens correct their parents’ names on their Computerized National Identity Cards (CNICs). According to NADRA, applicants must first visit their nearest NADRA Registration Center (NRC) to initiate the correction […]
Two Brothers Electrocuted as Heavy Rains Batter Karachi KARACHI – Tragedy struck on Wednesday when two brothers, identified as Israr Khan and his younger sibling Siraj Khan, lost their lives after coming into contact with a live underground K-Electric wire outside their home. According to the family, both men died instantly as floodwaters had submerged […]
Karachi Battles Flooded Roads, Power Outages as Heavy Rain Continues Karachi faced severe disruption on Wednesday as heavy rainwater inundated major arteries, including Korangi Industrial Area Road, II Chundrigar Road, and Sultanabad, bringing traffic to a standstill. In Surjani Town, rescue teams had to use boats to transport a patient to the hospital due to […]
Bushra Bibi Faces Harsh Jail Conditions, Family Speaks Out During a recent appearance on ’ Eleventh Hour, Maryam Riaz Wattoo, sister of Bushra Bibi, revealed that her family was finally allowed to meet Bushra after a month of repeated requests. “The family had to wait outside the prison for hours before being allowed in,” Maryam […]
GBP to PKR Update: UK Pound Holds Strong Against Pakistani Rupee Karachi, August 20, 2025 – The British Pound (GBP) continues to maintain a strong position against the Pakistani Rupee (PKR). On Wednesday, August 20, the buying rate was recorded at PKR 382.45, while the selling rate stood at PKR 384.05, according to the latest […]
AED Loses Slight Ground Against PKR, But Remains Strong Amid UAE’s Economic Resilience Karachi, August 20, 2025 – The UAE Dirham (AED) eased slightly against the Pakistani Rupee (PKR) today, following a strong performance in June. The Dirham had gained 0.81 PKR last month, rising from 76.44 PKR at June’s start to 77.25 PKR by […]
Omani Rial Exchange Rate Updates: PKR 735.8 Buying, PKR 738.3 Selling on August 20, 2025 Karachi, August 20, 2025 – The Omani Rial (OMR) continues to show strong value against the Pakistani Rupee (PKR). As of 02:15 PST today, the buying rate for 1 OMR was PKR 735.8, while the selling rate stood at PKR […]
In an explosive press conference, Faissal Khan, best known for his performance in‘Mela’ (2000) alongside elder brother Aamir, opened up on his strained relationship with the family, claiming that they pressured him to marry his maternal aunt. Aamir Khan explains his biggest regret in Bollywood “My family was pressuring me to marry my aunt, my […]
