Tag: 2022
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Victims of 2022 floods to be rescued after two years
The federal and Balochistan governments are planning to rehabilitate the victims of monsoon rains after two years. Both the governments have started a project worth 60 billion rupees with the support of the World Bank. Four project directors have been appointed for the project, which will be supervised by the Federal Department of Planning and…
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Imran Khan gets bail in £190 million settlement case
The Islamabad High Court (IHC) on Wednesday approved founder Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) Imran Khan’s bail plea in the £190 million National Crime Agency (NCA) settlement reference. A two-member bench, comprising IHC Chief Justice Aamer Farooq, Justice Tariq Mehmood Jahangiri, heard the petition and reserved the verdict a day earlier. The IHC said in its order…
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Iran sentences man to death for posts during 2022 protests
An Iranian court has sentenced a man to death over content he posted online during 2022 protests over the death in custody of an Iranian-Kurdish woman, the judiciary said Tuesday. Iran was gripped by months-long protests over the death of Mahsa Amini, 22, after she was arrested for an alleged breach of the strict dress…
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Politics edition: Five things Pakistanis don’t want to see in 2023
In 2022, we collectively experienced episodes that turned Pakistan upside down. Many incidents shook the entire nation, some of them worth condemnation. Significant happenings shook the world of politics, from Prime Minister Imran Khan getting removed through a no-confidence motion to the ugly fight between Pervaiz Elahi and Hamza Shehbaz for Punjab’s Chief Minister (CM)…
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Neymar out of Brazil’s next World Cup match with ankle injury
After suffering an ankle ligament injury in his team’s opening victory over Serbia, Neymar will miss Brazil’s next World Cup match against Switzerland, the team doctor announced on Friday. After being replaced during Thursday’s 2-0 victory over Serbia, the Paris Saint-Germain forward was spotted with a swollen ankle. he 30-year-old sustained “ligament damage,” according to…
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5 best laptops to buy in 2022 for everyday use
The local market and online retailers both presently stock hundreds of laptops. Still, it can be difficult to find a new laptop that satisfies all of your needs. Before making a purchase, you must determine your requirements for your next laptop as well as how long you intend to use it. If you’re having trouble…
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Dubai retains its position as top FDI tourism destination in the world
Dubai has continued to lead the world in luring foreign direct investment (FDI) into the tourism industry in 2021. The emirate attracted Dh6.4 billion ($1.7 billion) in foreign direct investment (FDI) over 30 projects in the last year, placing it at the top of the list for FDI capital, projects, and job creation in the…
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Rafael Nadal withdraws from Wimbledon semifinal due to abdominal injury
For the eighth time in his illustrious career, Rafael Nadal defeated Taylor Fritz in a thrilling five-set match to reach the Wimbledon semifinals. After winning, the Spaniard will not be competing in the tournament. Before his semifinal matchup with Nick Kyrgios, Nadal has announced his withdrawal from Wimbledon, according to Stuart Fraser of The Times.…
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Samsung shipped 73.7 million cellphones in Q1 2022
Samsung does not like surrendering its position as the world’s leading smartphone manufacturer. Even though Apple temporarily dethroned it, the firm has fought back and reclaimed what it considers to be its rightful position. 1st quarter of 2022 According to data from market research organisations Canalys and Counterpoint, Samsung is the global leader in smartphone…
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Fruit and Vegetable prices getting out of control in Quetta
During the holy month of Ramzan, the price of vegetables and fruits in Quetta rocketed instead of decreasing. Tomatoes, which were previously selling for Rs120 per kilogramme in the vegetable market are now being sold at Rs160. Some other reports even suggest that a few shopkeepers were selling tomatoes for up to Rs190, minting money…