Renowned Pakistani author, humorist, and television host Anwar Maqsood has been awarded the prestigious King Charles Pin Award by the Canadian government. This accolade recognizes Maqsood’s outstanding contributions to culture, art, and literature, particularly in promoting Urdu literature. Ceremony Highlights The award was presented by Canadian Parliament member Shafqat Ali, who commended Maqsood’s exceptional services in the fields of literature and art. During the ceremony, Ali awarded Anwar Maqsood with the King Charles Pin Award, acknowledging him as a positive ambassador for Pakistan on the international stage. Significance of the Award Shafqat Ali highlighted that the Canadian government deeply appreciates…
Author: Zeeshan Haider Yazdani
Today, 08 June 2024 the gold rate in Pakistan is 206,110 Rs. per 10g. And the price of per tola of gold is 240,400 Rs. These rates have calculated keeping in view the global market and Pakistani market. And this is the actual rate of gold which will be traded today. Pakistan’s largest jewelry market is in Karachi where millions of rupees are traded daily. Gold rates in all cities of Pakistan such as Quetta, Lahore, Faisalabad, Peshawar, Islamabad & Kashmir is similar to Karachi’s rate. Gold Rate in Pakistan today, 08 June 2024 City Per Tola Gold rates today Karachi 240,400 Rs. Gold…
In a surprising turn of events at the T20 World Cup 2024, Pakistan faced an unexpected loss against the USA in their opening match, leaving many puzzled. Renowned satirist Anwar Maqsood took a humorous jab at the situation, suggesting a rather unconventional reason for the defeat – the IMF loan conditions. Maqsood’s Satirical Spin Anwar Maqsood’s witty take on Pakistan’s loss brought a different perspective to the table. He jokingly speculated that the national cricket team might have intentionally lost the match to fulfill IMF loan requirements. “It’s beyond my understanding if there was any other reason for Pakistan’s loss…
Poliovirus has been detected in an environmental sample collected from Lasbela, Pakistan, marking the 173rd positive sample in 2024 across 44 districts. The sample, taken from the sewage of Jamala Muhallah on May 21, tested positive for Type-1 Wild Poliovirus. This is the third positive sewage sample for poliovirus in Lasbela this year. Increase in Positive Samples The Regional Reference Laboratory for Polio Eradication at the National Institute of Health recently confirmed Type-1 Wild Poliovirus in Dukki and Killa Saifullah. Last week, Pakistan reported its fourth poliovirus case of the year, involving a 2-year-old boy from Bharkan union council in…
The federal government is set to approve a significant increase in the Climate Change Budget, raising it to Rs. 15.87 billion for the Ministry of Climate Change in the upcoming fiscal year. This proposed budget marks a substantial rise from last year’s allocation of Rs. 4 billion, reflecting a dedicated focus on addressing climate change issues. Major Increase in Climate Change Budget The budget is expected to see an increase of Rs. 11.82 billion, bringing the total to Rs. 15.87 billion for FY2024-25. Key initiatives under this budget will include the continuation of the Green Pakistan program, formerly known as…
US cricketer Rusty Theron has accused Pakistani fast bowler Haris Rauf of ball tampering during a crucial match in the T20 World Cup. Theron claims Rauf was seen scratching the ball with his fingernails, a practice that can unfairly alter the ball’s behavior and swing. Theron’s Accusations on Social Media Theron took to Twitter to voice his concerns, tagging the International Cricket Council (ICC) and questioning the ball’s unusual swing after just two overs. His tweet has garnered significant attention, igniting discussions about fair play and sportsmanship in the cricketing community. Match Highlights and Reactions The controversy emerged after the…
Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) lawmaker Sher Afzal Marwat, recently expelled from the party’s key decision-making bodies, expressed his sadness over how PTI founder Imran Khan announced decisions concerning him. While addressing journalists outside the Parliament House in Islamabad, Marwat stated, “I am not upset with the PTI founder; however, why were these decisions made without hearing me out?” Marwat’s Disappointment with PTI Treatment Marwat voiced his disappointment over the party’s attitude towards him, stating he felt disrespected by the actions taken against him. “If people think it is better for me to stay sidelined, then so be it. I said I…
The Minister for Industries and Commerce, Chaudhry Shafay Hussain, has announced plans to establish a solar panels factory in Punjab. This significant development was revealed during a meeting with a delegation from Zonergy Corporation, a leading Chinese solar company. The discussions focused on investment opportunities and various incentives available for foreign investors in Pakistan. Investment Opportunities and Incentives During the meeting, Shafay Hussain highlighted the numerous benefits Pakistan offers to attract foreign investments. These include a 10-year exemption from income tax and the ability to import machinery without paying duties. These incentives designed to position Pakistan as an attractive destination…
The Sindh government has announced plans to create a new corridor on the Pakistan-India border, aimed at Hindu and Jain devotees. This corridor, inspired by the Kartarpur model, would facilitate easier access to significant religious sites near the border. Provincial Minister for Tourism Zulfiqar Ali Shah proposed this initiative to be located in Nagarparkar and Umarkot. These regions are rich in religious heritage, housing ancient Jain temples and the prominent Shri Shiv Mandir. The new corridor on the Pakistan-India border would serve as a bridge for religious tourism, allowing devotees from both nations to visit these sacred sites with greater…
Pakistan is set to seek a $600 million loan from China for fiscal year 2024. Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb will meet with representatives from the Industrial and Commercial Bank of China (ICBC) and the Bank of China to negotiate the loan, according to high-level sources cited by ProPakistani. Previous attempts to secure this loan amount have faced challenges. This time, Pakistan will focus on persuading the Chinese banks to ease their stringent loan disbursement conditions. These conditions include a high interest rate of up to 8 percent and a stipulation linking the loan to the…