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ISLAMABAD: The World Health Organization (WHO) has once again highlighted the critical role of COVID-19 vaccination in public health, emphasizing the need for updated vaccine formulations to address evolving variants of the virus. In a recent statement from its Technical Advisory Group on COVID-19 Vaccine Composition (TAG-CO-VAC), the WHO recommended retaining the monovalent JN.1 lineage…
Dutch Discover Rare 500-Year-Old Wooden Shoe AMSTERDAM: Dutch archaeologists have uncovered a rare 500-year-old wooden shoe in Alkmaar, offering a glimpse into the daily life and fashion of the late 15th and early 16th centuries. This remarkable find highlights the historical significance of wooden shoes, which have become a symbol of Dutch culture worldwide. The…
Pakistan Stock Exchange Records Second Largest Single-Day Surge The Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) witnessed an extraordinary recovery, with the KSE-100 Index soaring by over 4,400 points on December 23, 2024. This remarkable rise marks the second-largest single-day increase in the market’s history, signaling renewed investor confidence and economic optimism. Market Overview The KSE-100 Index closed…
US Sanctions Target Iran’s Oil Trade and Transportation United States has recently imposed stringent sanctions on Iran’s oil sector. A major step in response to Iran’s missile attack on Israel. These sanctions aim to disrupt Iran’s ability to fund its missile and nuclear programs, preventing further military aggression in the region. By targeting key companies…
Pakistan’s stock market has been on an unprecedented rise in recent months, with the KSE-100 Index crossing the historic 100,000-point mark on October 28, 2024. This “golden day” in the history of the Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) has sparked debate, with the government attributing the surge to effective economic policies, while critics label it as…
COP29 begun in Baku, Azerbaijan to deal with environmental pollution, climate change and global warming. Hundreds of leaders and experts from all over the world are participating in ‘COP 29’. As COP29 has begun in Baku, Azerbaijan, 29th session of Conference of Parties (COP29) will run until November 22. It is bringing together global leaders…
United Bank Limited UBL overtakes Meezan Bank MBL to claim the title of Pakistan’s most valuable bank by market capitalization. According to a LinkedIn post by Mohammed Sohail, CEO of Topline Securities, UBL’s market capitalization has reached an impressive Rs. 426 billion ($1.5 billion), making it the leading financial institution in the country. This milestone…
The Federal Government has officially unveiled the schedule for public holidays in Pakistan for the year 2025, marking a total of 16 holidays nationwide. This announcement, issued by the Cabinet Division, highlights significant national, religious, and cultural events. Public Holidays Overview for 2025 The year kicks off with Kashmir Day on February 5, a day…
For the first time, Israel’s Defense Minister Israel Katz has confirmed that Israel killed Hamas leader Ismail Haniyeh in an attack in Tehran in July. This acknowledgment follows months of speculation surrounding the incident. Haniyeh, who played a critical role in Hamas’s leadership, was killed in a building he was staying in. The attack on…
UK Urges Pakistan to Uphold International Fair Trial Standards The United Kingdom has expressed concerns over Pakistan’s recent military court convictions, urging the federal government to honor its commitments under the International Covenant on Civil and Political Rights (ICCPR). A spokesperson from the UK’s Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office stated that “military courts lack transparency,…
