Supreme Court judges have raised concerns over the government’s decision to try civilians in military courts while other individuals involved in the same incidents are being tried in anti-terrorism courts (ATCs). During the hearing, Justice Naeem Akhtar Afghan stated, “In the May 9 incidents, cases against 103 accused were tried in military courts, while the rest are being tried in ATCs.” The constitutional bench, led by Justice Amin-Ud-Din Khan, reviewed intra-court appeals challenging the trials of civilians in military courts. On October 23, 2024, a unanimous five-member bench of the Supreme Court declared civilians’ trials in military courts null and…
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Karachi has been recognized as the top contributor to Pakistan’s tax revenue for the fiscal year 2024, significantly boosting the national economy. The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) reported that the city played a crucial role in the country’s total tax collection. Specifically, Karachi contributed Rs1.36 trillion in income tax, Rs136.3 million in federal excise duty, and over Rs1 trillion in sales tax. This performance surpassed other major cities, emphasizing Karachi’s importance as a financial hub. Following Karachi, the Lahore Large Taxpayers Organization (LTO) secured the second position with over Rs1.402 trillion in tax revenues, while the Islamabad LTO ranked…
The benchmark KSE-100 Index at the Pakistan Stock Exchange recorded a significant increase of over 1,400 points during the opening hours of trading on Wednesday. By 9:50 AM, the index had reached 117,501.73 points, reflecting an increase of 1,449.05 points or 1.25%. Strong buying interest was observed across various key sectors, including automobile assemblers, cement, chemicals, commercial banks, fertilizers, oil and gas exploration companies, oil marketing companies, power generation, and refineries. Major index-heavy stocks such as NRL, PRL, HUBCO, PSO, SHEL, SSGC, MARI, OGDC, PPL, ENGRO, MCB, MEBL, and NBP were all trading in positive territory. Intermarket Securities commented on…
Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb announced in a press conference in Islamabad that the rightsizing process for 43 ministries and their associated 400 departments will be completed by June 30 to reduce government expenditures and improve efficiency. He stated that during this fiscal year, by June 30, all recommendations and implementations regarding the 42 ministries and their departments will be finalized. The Finance Minister also revealed that 60% of the 150,000 vacant positions would be abolished or declared as “dead posts,” leading to significant financial savings. All decisions are being made with approval from the federal cabinet. Additionally, the committee has…
In Pakistan, the price of 24-karat gold increased by Rs1,000, reaching Rs276,000 per tola, compared to Rs275,000 on the previous trading day, according to the All Sindh Sarafa Jewellers Association. The price of 10-gram 24-karat gold rose by Rs857, reaching Rs236,625 from the previous Rs235,768. Similarly, the price of 10-gram 22-karat gold increased to Rs216,907 from Rs216,121. Silver prices remained unchanged at Rs3,350 per tola and Rs2,872.08 per 10 grams. In the international market, gold prices rose by $10, reaching $2,642 per ounce, up from the previous $2,632 per ounce.
As of January 7, 2025, the Pakistani rupee weakened by four paisa against the US dollar in the interbank market, closing at Rs278.66 compared to the previous day’s rate of Rs278.62. In the open market, the buying and selling rates for the US dollar were recorded at Rs278.60 and Rs280.10, respectively. The Euro saw an increase of Rs2.45, reaching Rs290.30 compared to the previous rate of Rs287.85. Meanwhile, the Japanese yen remained unchanged at Rs1.76. The British pound surged by Rs2.74, trading at Rs349.81, up from Rs347.07 the previous day. The exchange rates of the Emirati Dirham and Saudi Riyal…
In today’s modern world, long hours spent seated are becoming an inevitable part of daily life, whether at office desks or in the comfort of home. However, while the short-term effects of this sedentary lifestyle often go unnoticed, the long-term consequences on the spine can be severe and debilitating. Leading orthopedic specialist Dr. Surbhi Bhagat highlights the four common spinal problems caused by prolonged sitting: Degenerative Disc Disease: Sitting for long periods, especially in improper postures, puts excessive pressure on the spinal discs, leading to degeneration and chronic back pain. Herniated Discs: Prolonged sitting increases pressure on the discs, making…
Another case of polio has been reported in Pakistan, bringing the total number of cases this year to 69. The latest case involves a 13-month-old girl from Tank, where the National Institute of Health confirmed the presence of the virus. According to reports, this is the fifth polio case reported in Tank since 2024. Since last year, the number of polio-affected children in Balochistan has reached 27, while 19 cases have been reported in Sindh and 21 in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. Islamabad and Punjab have also recorded one case each. Authorities have urged the public to ensure their children receive polio…
Sam Altman, CEO of OpenAI, has publicly denied serious allegations from his sister, Ann Altman, who filed a lawsuit accusing him of childhood sexual abuse. The lawsuit, filed on January 6, claims the abuse occurred between 1997 and 2006, starting when Ann was just three years old, with the final incident allegedly taking place after Sam had reached adulthood. Ann Altman’s legal claim includes allegations of regular sexual abuse and rape, and she seeks damages exceeding $75,000. The accusations have shocked the tech world, given Sam Altman’s prominence as the co-founder of OpenAI and the head of the company that…
Speculation about the design of the iPhone 17 Pro has been ignited by a recent leak from the iPhone supply chain. Reports suggest that the next-generation iPhone will feature a rectangular camera bump, diverging from the square bump used in previous models. Additionally, the phone’s frame may be made of a mix of aluminum and glass, with rumors that the titanium material used for the Pro models will be abandoned. Leaked iPhone 17 Pro Frame The leak, which surfaced on Weibo, shows an image of what is claimed to be a bare iPhone 17 Pro frame. The cameras are reportedly…
