Iftikhar Ahmed backs Mohammad Rizwan as Pakistan’s best captaincy choice on April 17, 2025Iftikhar Ahmed has thrown his support behind Mohammad Rizwan as Pakistan’s ODI captain. He believes Rizwan is the best option, despite rising criticism regarding his leadership. Iftikhar emphasized that his endorsement is based purely on performance, not personal friendship. In a recent interview, Iftikhar stated, “If you compare options, Rizwan is the best choice. He […]
Pakistan achieves historic current account surplus of over $1 billion on April 17, 2025Pakistan has reached a significant milestone with its current account surplus exceeding one billion dollars for the first time. This surge is largely due to record remittances from Pakistanis living abroad. In March alone, the current account surplus hit one billion and 19 million dollars, contributing to a total surplus of 185 million dollars over […]
PM Shehbaz promises to upgrade Balochistan’s dangerous ‘bloody track’ to modern highway on April 17, 2025Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif announced plans to transform Balochistan’s dangerous “bloody track” into a modern highway. This road has claimed nearly 2,000 lives due to its unsafe conditions. Speaking at the groundbreaking ceremony of the Jinnah Square Underpass in Islamabad, he emphasized the importance of this upgrade for public safety. The project will meet motorway […]
Sindh government and IFC join forces to improve Karachi’s infrastructure on April 17, 2025The Sindh Government reaffirmed its commitment to tackle Karachi’s pressing issues at a meeting with an International Finance Corporation (IFC) delegation. On Thursday, officials discussed urban mobility, water, and sanitation challenges in the city. Karachi, with a population of 20 million, struggles with inadequate infrastructure. Last year, experts declared it “unliveable” due to pollution and […]
Gold hits historic high of Rs. 350,000 per tola in Pakistan on April 17, 2025Gold prices in Pakistan continue to climb, marking a new record today. The price per tola increased by 2,000 rupees. This rise brings the total to an unprecedented 350,000 rupees. This is the highest price seen in the country’s history. According to the All Pakistan Gem and Jewelers Association, 24-carat pure gold now sells for […]
Senate approves bill for minority rights commission on April 17, 2025On Thursday, the Senate Subcommittee on Human Rights approved a bill to create a commission for minority rights. Senator Ali Zafar chaired the meeting and stressed the importance of this initiative. The commission aims to align Pakistan’s practices with United Nations standards for minority rights. According to the bill, the commission will assess how well […]
British army develops new weapon to take down drones on April 17, 2025The British Army has tested a new radio frequency directed energy weapon (RF DEW) designed to destroy drones. This trial took place in west Wales and is the UK’s largest counter-drone exercise. The weapon, developed by Thales UK, tracked and neutralized over 100 drones during the tests. The RF DEW disrupts drones’ electronics with high-frequency […]
Pakistan’s first Netflix original series set to premiere in june on April 17, 2025Netflix is making history by releasing its first original series from Pakistan, titled “Jo Bachay Hain Sang Samait Lo,” this June. The series is based on the popular novel by Farhat Ishtiaq. It explores themes of love, loss, forgiveness, and self-discovery against beautiful backdrops in Europe and Pakistan. The drama features a star-studded cast, including […]
Indian supreme court stops waqf board appointments amid controversial changes on April 17, 2025 The Indian Supreme Court issued a halt on new appointments in the Waqf Board. The court ordered that no changes should be made regarding Waqf lands either. This decision comes as a response to concerns over the controversial Waqf Amendment Act. As part of the ruling, the central government must present a detailed response […]
Saudi defense minister visits Iran to strengthen ties amid nuclear talks on April 17, 2025Saudi Arabia’s Defense Minister, Prince Khalid bin Salman, made a significant visit to Tehran on Thursday. This marks the first time in decades that a senior Saudi royal has visited Iran. The trip aims to strengthen defense relations and enhance regional stability. During his visit, Prince Khalid will meet Major General Mohammad Bagheri, Iran’s Armed […]