HBL today declared a consolidated profit before tax of Rs 30.1 billion for the quarter ended March 31, 2024, 40% higher than in the same period last year. Profit after tax has increased from Rs 13.3 billion in the first quarter of 2023 to Rs 15.0 billion. EPS for Q1’24 was Rs 10.37, compared to […]
The United States issued a subtle yet significant warning to Pakistan regarding its trade relations with Iran, raising concerns about potential economic implications. Matthew Miller, the spokesperson for the US State Department, emphasized the United States’ pivotal role as one of Pakistan’s primary export markets. He cautioned that any disruption or complications in this trade […]
The nation’s system line pack has uncomfortably climbed to 5.070 billion cubic feet per day (bcfd) once more, placing extreme strain on the entire gas transmission network. This is mostly because the electricity and industrial sectors use less regulated liquefied natural gas (RLNG). Even after the summer season has begun, Sui gas providers are unnecessarily […]
The new administration has been asked to act quickly to promote the car industry in Pakistan and win back investor trust by the local auto industry. “As of right now, over 40 models are being produced by 13 local brands combined, with a 500,000 unit annual capacity,” said Abdul Rehman Aizaz, Chairman of the Pakistan […]
The victim, a British tourist, was traveling on a mountain road in Romania when she spotted two bears roaming around the road, the British Daily Mirror reported. The 72-year-old tourist rolled down the window of her car and began clicking photos of the bears. However, one bear hopped onto its legs outside the car and […]
The military stated that during an intelligence-based operation carried out by the security forces in Balochistan’s Pishin area in response to reports of terrorist activity last night, at least three terrorists were killed and another was captured in wounded condition. The Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) claimed in a statement on Tuesday that “during the conduct […]
Taking notice of the “willful” delay in tax cases, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Tuesday ordered the chief commissioner of the Inland Revenue Service and other pertinent officials to be suspended. Additionally, the prime minister gave the order to start an investigation against the police. Not long after taking office, the prime minister chose to […]
Thirteen April 23, 2004, saw it open in thirty cinemas. Over time, it developed a devoted fan base and became a Rom-Com cult classic. However, Jennifer Garner, who played the movie’s major role, said on the film’s 20th anniversary that she hadn’t anticipated it would become so popular. In an interview with People Magazine, 52-year-old […]
India began voting on Friday in a seven-phase election at which Modi seeks a rare third consecutive term, with campaigning that had so far largely focused on his record of growth and welfare as well as his popularity. But in a speech on Sunday, Modi referred to Muslims as “infiltrators” who have “more children”, linking […]
Zendaya parents in particular have been her staunchest supporters over the course of her extensive and varied Hollywood career. But sometimes, especially when they’re viewing her on the big screen, things get a bit awkward. The 27-year-old actress, Zendaya, recently had her family join her for the premiere of her new film, The Challengers, which […]
