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The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has revised down Pakistan’s economic growth projection to 2.6 per cent for the current fiscal year, against an earlier forecast of 3 per cent, while also predicting a significant decline in inflation. In its latest World Economic Outlook (WEO) report released on Tuesday, the Fund noted that while the inflationary pressures are expected to ease considerably, economic expansion is likely to remain below the government’s target. The government had set a GDP growth target of 3.6pc for the current fiscal year, but the IMF now forecasts that the economy will grow by 2.6pc, down from…

Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan and Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif resolved on Tuesday to enhance bilateral cooperation in the fields of defence and information technology (IT). Speaking during a joint press conference, Turkish President Erdogan highlighted the significance of mutual contacts, which he referred to as a symbol of the strong friendship between the two nations. He reiterated Pakistan’s commitment to eliminating terrorism and expressed his support for the country’s ongoing efforts to eradicate all forms of terrorism. Erdogan revealed his desire to initiate joint defence projects, underscoring that both countries shared aligned views on global issues, including their unwavering…

The ongoing extreme heatwave continues to grip the plains of the country, with the southern regions of Sindh and Punjab set to experience scorching temperatures today, according to the Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD). The department has issued a forecast warning of intense heat in these areas, with no immediate relief in sight. Karachi weather forecast In Karachi, the weather is expected to remain hot and dry for the next 24 hours. The minimum temperature recorded in the city today was 23.5°C, and the maximum is likely to soar between 38°C and 40°C. The humidity level in Karachi is reported to…

US President Donald Trump has condemned the attack on tourists in occupied Kashmir. On Tuesday, unidentified assailants opened fire on tourists at a tourist resort in Pahalgam, occupied Kashmir, killing 26 tourists and injuring several others. According to Indian media, the incident took place at a tourist resort in Pahalgam, where most of the deceased were from Rajasthan, Karnataka, and Gujarat. Condemning the incident, the US President said in his special statement that the news of the attack on tourists in occupied Kashmir was disturbing and he prays for the speedy recovery of those injured in the attack. Trump said…

Details about the upcoming iPhone 17 Pro and Pro Max continue to leak, with much of the buzz surrounding new features and specs. However, one of the most intriguing rumours concerns the potential colour options for the iPhone 17 Pro, with leaker Majin Bu claiming that Sky Blue is a strong contender. According to Bu, who has a history of reliable Apple leaks, sources from Apple’s supply chain have confirmed that Sky Blue is currently the frontrunner among several iPhone 17 Pro prototypes. The colour is said to be even more striking than the popular Sierra Blue introduced with the…

Bluesky, the emerging social media platform, announced that it was adding blue check marks to verified accounts in an effort to confirm users’ identities and ensure authenticity. In a blog post, the company revealed that it would “proactively verify authentic and notable accounts and display a blue check next to their names.” “Trust is everything,” the team stated in the post. This move mirrors a feature once deployed by Twitter to help users identify authentic accounts and combat impersonation. Bluesky was founded by Twitter co-founder Jack Dorsey in 2019 as a side project. Dorsey, along with five engineers, sought to…

Multan Sultans ended their losing streak by defeating Lahore Qalandars by 33 runs in the 12th match of the PSL X at the Multan Cricket Stadium on Tuesday. According to the details, the Qalandars scored 195 runs for the loss of nine wickets in the allotted 20 overs and faced defeat by 33 runs. For the Qalandars, Sikandar Raza performed well and scored a half-century, while Sam Billings contributed an innings of 43 runs. In addition, Fakhar Zaman scored 32, Abdullah Shafique 18 and Daryl Mitchell scored 19 runs. For the Sultans, Ubaid Shah took three wickets, Mitchell Bracewell and…

Renowned actress and television host Iffat Omar has declined the position of Cultural Adviser to the Punjab Minister for Information and Culture, Azma Bukhari, shortly after her appointment was announced. While the Punjab government had entrusted Iffat Omar with the significant task of reviving and promoting the province’s cultural heritage, she has now stepped back from taking up the role. The Punjab government also assigned the actress an official office at Alhamra Cultural Complex in Lahore to commence her work. However, in a brief statement, Iffat Omar said she will not be accepting the position and added, “I will share…

Actress, writer, and model Amar Khan is known for her expressive acting and her passion for dancing. While she’s previously lit up stages at weddings and events with her energetic performances, her latest dance video has stirred quite the reaction — and not the kind she may have expected. Amar recently shared a short clip on her social media, dancing in the rain during a hailstorm in Lahore. The moment was spontaneous and unscripted, as the Dum Mastam star twirled to the evergreen song “Lor Lor Ae”, wearing comfy PJs, natural curls, and no makeup. Many of her fans…

At least 26 tourists lost their lives and several others sustained injuries after a group of unidentified gunmen opened fire at the popular Baisaran meadow near Pahalgam in Jammu and Kashmir on Tuesday afternoon. According to local officials, the incident occurred around 2:30pm when a group of visitors was present at the Baisaran mountain top, located approximately five kilometers from Pahalgam and accessible only by foot or pony rides. Eyewitnesses reported scenes of panic and chaos as gunshots rang out, prompting nearby locals to rush to the aid of the injured. Visuals from the site showed distressing scenes with bodies…