LAHORE: As Pakistan gears up for a historic Asia Cup 2025 final against India, former captain Shahid Afridi has one regret—the absence of young pace spearhead Naseem Shah. Speaking on a sports show, Afridi said the Dubai conditions were tailor-made for Naseem. “Naseem Shah was perfect for these pitches. Honestly, I missed him,” Afridi admitted. […]
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SBP Reserves Hit $14.3bn After $28.2m Weekly Gain
Pakistan’s foreign exchange reserves inched higher during the week ending August 29, 2025, offering a modest yet encouraging signal of financial resilience. According to official figures, the country’s total liquid reserves climbed by $41.7 million—or 0.21%—to reach $19.65 billion. The uptick was led by the State Bank of Pakistan (SBP), whose holdings rose by $28.2 […]
Flood-Hit Areas: Most Power Restored, 340k Still Without Light
The government has managed to restore electricity to a large majority of consumers affected by the recent devastating floods, but more than 340,000 households remain without power as engineers grapple with submerged infrastructure and damaged grids. According to the Power Division, nearly 1.27 million out of 1.6 million affected consumers have had their electricity reconnected, […]
BOP Reports 278% Growth in Operating Profit During 1H-2025, Approves 10% Cash Dividend
Lahore: In a meeting held on August 29, 2025, the Board of Directors of The Bank of Punjab (BOP) reviewed and approved the un-audited financial statements, duly reviewed by the external auditors, for the first half of the year ended on June 30, 2025. The Board lauded the exceptional performance of the Bank, which not […]
Marka-e-Haq: A Nation’s Zeal, An Overlooked Frontline
This 14th August, Pakistan witnessed something extraordinary. The celebrations of Independence Day and Marka-e-Haq were unlike anything seen in recent history. From the mountains of Gilgit-Baltistan to the deserts of Sindh, from Karachi’s sea breeze to Islamabad’s Margalla Hills, the entire nation came alive in unison. The green and white did not just fly over […]
Share a Coke with Pakistan: Coca-Cola’s Tribute to Pakistan’s Rich Cultural Heritage
August 13, 2025 –_ Coca-Cola Pakistan is celebrating the country’s Independence Day by integrating its iconic ‘Share A Coke’ campaign with Pakistan’s rich cultural motifs. “Share a Coke with Pakistan” features beautifully designed floats and carts, offering fans Independence Day-themed bottles and eye-catching billboards across the country adorned with traditional icons. Sunay Sanlı, General Manager […]
Coca-Cola Launches Its Latest Global Campaign: An Invitation to Be In the Moment and Enjoy!
Pakistan – 8 Aug 2025: Coca-Cola has launched ‘Coca-Cola Utha, Zone Mein Aa’ campaign, aimed at inspiring youth to live fully in the moment and truly enjoy it. In a world saturated with digital noise and constant distractions—particularly for Gen Z, the brand is a symbol for enjoying the moment and authentic human connections. As […]
Pakistan sets up separate immigration counters for foreign travelers
In a major step towards improving tourism and business travel, separate immigration counters have been established for foreign passengers at all international airports in Pakistan. The move aims to make immigration processing faster and more convenient for international tourists, investors, and business delegations. These new counters are now fully functional at airports in Karachi, Lahore, […]
Urwa Hussain denies pregnancy rumors, clears the air
Actress Urwa Hussain recently addressed viral videos and pictures that sparked rumors about her being pregnant for the second time. Social media posts showing her with a “baby bump” led many to believe she was expecting again, prompting Urwa to clarify the truth. Sharing a screenshot of the viral images on Instagram, she explained that […]
Maryam Nawaz hails women joining border military police
Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz has praised the brave women who recently joined the Border Military Police in Rajanpur and Dera Ghazi Khan. She called their achievement a historic moment, as 53 women officially became part of a force that was once completely male-dominated. Her appreciation came through a heartfelt message shared on the social […]