Federal Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb has expressed hope that the IMF board meeting scheduled for today will approve a $7 billion loan program. Following this approval, he assured that the government would continue to implement tax, energy, and institutional reform agendas. During a video link address at a discussion organized in collaboration with the Chinese embassy, he expressed gratitude to long-time friends China and Saudi Arabia for their cooperation in fulfilling the essential conditions for the loan. He highlighted that the reform agenda and government policies are bringing macroeconomic stability to the country, stating that the government does not wish…
Author: Hasnain Abid Khanzada
The President of the Federation of Pakistan Chambers of Commerce and Industry (FPCCI) has stated that the government’s decision to take action against non-filers is a correct one. In his statement regarding the government’s move to impose restrictions on non-filers and initiate a crackdown, Atif Ikram Sheikh emphasized the importance of increasing the number of taxpayers to expand the tax net. He mentioned that action against individuals not paying taxes on taxable income should have been taken earlier. There should also be accountability for taxpayers involved in tax evasion, as well as facilitators among FBR officials. Atif Ikram Sheikh further…
The Islamabad Accountability Court has reserved its judgment on the case concerning the Toshakhana vehicle reference against former Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif, President Asif Ali Zardari, former Prime Minister Yousaf Raza Gilani, and others. The decision is set to be announced on October 14. According to Dawn News, the hearing was conducted by Judge Aabida Sajad in Accountability Court No. 3. Lawyers for Nawaz Sharif, Qazi Misbah-ul-Hassan and Rana Irfan, along with President Asif Ali Zardari’s lawyer, Farooq H. Naik, were present in court. During the proceedings, Farooq H. Naik argued that there are a total of five defendants in…
Gold prices in both global and local markets have seen a substantial increase today, reaching new all-time highs. In the international bullion market, the price of gold per ounce has risen by $25, now standing at a remarkable $2,653. Meanwhile, local jewelry markets have also recorded historic price levels for gold. On Wednesday, the price for 24-carat gold per tola increased by 2,500 Pakistani rupees, reaching a new high of 275,500 rupees. Similarly, the price of gold per 10 grams in the country has also surged by 2,144 rupees, hitting a new high of 236,197 rupees. In addition to gold,…
Bollywood actress Preeti Jhangiani has shared an update about her husband, actor Parvin Dabas, who was admitted to the ICU following a car accident. According to Indian media, the 50-year-old actor was injured in a car crash on Saturday morning and rushed to a Mumbai hospital’s ICU. In her latest statement, Preeti Jhangiani explained that her husband is experiencing symptoms like dizziness, blurred vision, drowsiness, and nausea. He is having difficulty speaking, although his medical reports are normal. Speaking to Indian media, Preeti added that Parvin Dabas will remain in the hospital for another week and is expected to be…
Popular Indian actor Varun Dhawan recently shared a video with his fans, showcasing what he calls his “most expensive” breakfast. In a short clip posted on his Instagram story, the actor showed his first meal of the day. In the video, Varun humorously remarked, “This is currently the most expensive thing to eat — poha with chopped onions.” The video reveals Varun enjoying the simple yet popular Indian dish, *poha*, accompanied by a side of chopped onions. Varun’s playful comment about his breakfast being “expensive” refers to the soaring prices of onions in India, which have recently become a topic…
Bollywood superstar Salman Khan has given fans a glimpse into the preparation for his new film, *Sikandar*. Yesterday, Salman shared a photo on social media where he is seen working out in the gym. His fans loved the picture and showered the star with good wishes and support. The actor simply captioned the post “Sikandar,” hinting at the special effort he’s putting in to get in shape for the role. Earlier, it was reported that Salman Khan has been shedding weight recently to look fit for his role in *Sikandar*. **Heroine Announced for Salman Khan’s New Film** According to Indian…
Mumbai: Renowned Indian singer Asha Bhosle has expressed concern over the increasing trend of divorces among young couples. In a conversation with spiritual leader Sri Sri Ravi Shankar, the 91-year-old singer remarked that love seems to fade quickly between young couples nowadays, and they easily get bored of each other. Reflecting on her personal life, Asha Bhosle shared how, despite facing challenges in her marriage with legendary music composer R.D. Burman, she would return to him after spending just a few days at her mother’s home and never considered divorce as an option. Asha Bhosle asked Ravi Shankar why divorce…
Italy: Bollywood superstar Hrithik Roshan is currently in Italy shooting for his upcoming film *War 2*. Recently, he took to social media to share a stunning behind-the-scenes photo, in which he is seen standing with his back to the camera, gazing out at the lush green landscapes of Italy. The post has garnered a lot of attention from fans and industry peers alike, with his girlfriend, actress and musician Saba Azad, leaving a loving comment: “My love.” In addition to this photo, several videos from the set of *War 2* have surfaced, showing Hrithik wearing a white shirt, black half…
Mumbai: The historic Pataudi Palace, belonging to Bollywood star Saif Ali Khan, is now valued at ₹8 billion. The palace was originally built by his grandfather, Nawab Iftikhar Ali Khan, to impress his in-laws. In a recent interview, Saif’s sister, Soha Ali Khan, revealed that their grandfather was deeply in love with Begum Sajida Sultan of Bhopal, but her father opposed the marriage. Soha further explained that Nawab Iftikhar Ali Khan, being a sports enthusiast, was not favored by his in-laws. To win them over, he had Pataudi Palace constructed in 1935. However, midway through construction, he ran out of…
