Karachi: In a heartbreaking incident reflecting the vulnerability of citizens in Karachi, legendary Sindhi singer and former PTV producer Bedil Masroor has been robbed of his life savings. The thieves struck his home twice in just two days, stealing a total of 7 million rupees (70 lakhs). The tragedy is compounded by the fact that the money was meant for the medical treatment of Masroor’s ailing wife. To pay for her bills, he had recently sold a residential plot. Fearing theft, he tried to be clever and hid the cash inside two empty ghee (cooking oil) tins, thinking no one…
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As the world observes Diabetes Awareness Day, health experts in Pakistan are sounding an urgent alarm regarding the rapidly and alarmingly increasing rate of diabetes in the country, particularly within the youth population. This growing trend is being fundamentally attributed to a crisis of lifestyle management. According to medical specialists, this alarming increase is primarily a consequence of negligence and unsustainable lifestyle choices. The key reasons cited include a critical lack of daily exercise, the failure to change a sedentary and unbalanced routine, chronic mental stress and tension, and the consistent consumption of an imbalanced diet. Experts highlighted the…
A new study has emerged as a significant ray of hope for millions living with heart disease, revealing that personalized supplementation of Vitamin D can markedly reduce the risk of heart attacks when doses are precisely tailored to meet a patient’s individual needs. Presented at the American Heart Association conference, the research indicated that customized Vitamin D therapy reduced the chances of major cardiac events by an impressive 52%. The comprehensive study was conducted at the Intermountain Medical Center from April 2017 to May 2023, involving 630 adult patients who had pre-existing heart conditions. Most participants in the study…
The Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) commenced the business week with initial positive momentum but experienced significant volatility, ultimately closing the session with a negative trend. By the end of trading, the benchmark KSE-100 Index registered a loss of 248 points, concluding the day at 161,687 points. This close was below the previous day’s final figure, indicating a net dip in investor confidence. The market saw substantial swings throughout the day’s trading session. The 100 Index momentarily touched an intra-day high of 163,602 points, but due to pronounced selling pressure, it subsequently dropped to a low of 161,481 points. The…
The State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) has released figures confirming that the country’s current account recorded a deficit of $112 million in October 2025. These statistics highlight the continued external pressure on the national economy, where import volumes significantly outpaced exports. According to the central bank’s data, imports stood at $5.27 billion in October, considerably outweighing exports, which reached only $2.74 billion, illustrating a clear trade imbalance. The deficit in trade, services, and income saw a year-on-year increase of over 29%, surging to $3.65 billion compared to the previous year. Over the first four months of the current fiscal…
The major automobile manufacturer Jaguar Land Rover (JLR) has officially announced that the company incurred a massive financial loss of approximately £200 million ($250 million) as a direct result of a crippling cyberattack. The incident underscores the severe vulnerability of large, established industries to modern digital threats. JLR, recognized as the UK’s largest car manufacturer, was forced to halt production across all its UK factories for five consecutive weeks, beginning on September 1st, just a day after the hackers targeted the company. This prolonged shutdown was the primary cause of the significant financial hit. Although all of the group’s…
In a major move aimed at ensuring public tranquility and a healthier environment, Dubai authorities have announced the installation of advanced Artificial Intelligence (AI) radars to monitor vehicles generating excessive noise. This initiative leverages technology to tackle noise pollution within the city. Dubai Police will utilize these AI radars to meticulously track unusually loud vehicle sounds, seeking to drastically reduce noise pollution in urban areas. Severe financial and regulatory penalties have been introduced for violators. Vehicles identified as overly noisy will face a fine of 2,000 AED along with 12 black points added to the driver’s license. Furthermore, in…
Pakistan Cricket Team Captain Shaheen Shah Afridi has publicly voiced his complete confidence in the team’s vital players, asserting that star batters Babar Azam and Muhammad Rizwan have “always delivered performance” at the highest level, making their presence in the squad essential. During a press conference in Rawalpindi, Shaheen Afridi emphasized the critical role of the team structure, stating that the presence of senior players is necessary while acknowledging that the junior players are currently showcasing excellent form. Regarding Babar Azam’s much-anticipated recent century, the captain admitted that the team had been waiting for the star batter’s milestone for…
Sri Lankan cricket team’s batting coach, Julian Wood, has expressed profound disappointment with his squad’s recent performance, conceding that the team is recurringly committing the same errors, which is severely impacting their results on the field. During a post-match press conference, Julian Wood highlighted the team’s lapses, lamenting that Sri Lanka should have secured a win in the first match but failed to capitalize on the opportunity, while the score in the second match was also below expectations. He did, however, commend the batters for their strong performance during the Powerplay overs. The coach set a clear direction for…
Pakistan’s renowned cueist Muhammad Asif has maintained his excellent form, securing a second consecutive victory at the IBSF Snooker World Cup currently underway in Muscat, Oman, marking a positive development for the country’s contingent. In his second group match, Muhammad Asif delivered a dominant performance, defeating Oman’s local player Qasim Al Balushi with a commanding 3-0 scoreline. This victory followed his successful performance in the opening match against Gibby Putra of Indonesia. The performance of the rest of the Pakistani squad has also been encouraging. The third player representing Pakistan, Asjad Iqbal, has also secured wins in both of…
