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Prince Rahim Named 50th Imam of Shia Ismaili Muslims

6Feb

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Global, Pakistan

Prince Rahim Named 50th Imam of Shia Ismaili Muslims

Rahim Al-Hussaini Aga Khan V has been named the 50th Imam of the Shia Ismaili Muslim community. This announcement follows the passing of his father, Karim Al-Hussaini Aga Khan IV, who led the community for decades. Prince Rahim Al-Hussaini Aga Khan V has been officially named the 50th Imam (spiritual leader) of the Shia Ismaili Muslim community. He succeeded his father, Prince Karim Al-Hussaini Aga Khan IV. He passed away on February 4, 2025, at the age of 88 in Lisbon, Portugal. The Aga Khan Development Network (AKDN) confirmed the appointment following the unsealing of the late Aga Khan IV’s will. Prince Rahim Aga Khan V, 53, is the eldest son of Aga Khan IV and his first wife, Princess Salimah. He was born on October 12, 1971, and studied at Phillips Academy Andover and Brown Uni...

Pakistan’s Fertility Rate Declines From 6 to 3.6 in 2024

4Feb

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Health, Pakistan

Pakistan’s Fertility Rate Declines From 6 to 3.6 in 2024

The World Fertility Report 2024 of the UN states that the fertility rate in Pakistan has declined from six live births per woman in 1994 to 3.6 per woman in 2024. This indicates a significant downward trend in fertility rates in the country over the past 30 years. Pakistan's fertility rate has significantly declined over the past three decades, dropping from six live births per woman in 1994 to 3.6 in 2024, according to the United Nations World Fertility Report 2024. While this reduction marks progress, the country is still on track to become the third most populous nation by 2050, with an estimated population exceeding 380 million. Key Findings of the UN Report The report highlights that global fertility rates have steadily declined from an average of 4.8 births per woman in 197...

Kubra Khan and Gohar Rasheed Confirm Their Marriage

25Jan

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Pakistan, Showbiz

Kubra Khan and Gohar Rasheed Confirm Their Marriage

Kubra Khan and Mirza Gohar Rasheed have announced their wedding! They shared the news through a fun video on Instagram, featuring many of their celebrity friends playfully speculating about whose wedding it was. In the end, Kubra and Gohar revealed that they were the ones getting married. Pakistani actors Kubra Khan and Gohar Rasheed have officially announced their engagement, ending weeks of speculation about their relationship. The couple took to Instagram with a playful and star-studded video, captioned: “Aapke Pyar aur Duaon ke saath … Bismillah” (With your love and prayers, Bismillah). watch the reel here: https://www.instagram.com/thekubism/reel/DFPgkKNCQlo/ The announcement video features prominent celebrities, including Humayun Saeed, Asim Azhar, and Azaan Sami Khan, humo...

Pakistani Mountaineer Asad Ali Memon Summits Mount Vinson

17Jan

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Pakistan

Pakistani Mountaineer Asad Ali Memon Summits Mount Vinson

Pakistani mountaineer Asad Ali Memon has made history by successfully summiting Mount Vinson, the highest peak in Antarctica. His next challenge lies in summiting Puncak Jaya in Indonesia, the final peak in the Seven Summits challenge. Pakistani mountaineer Asad Ali Memon has reached another milestone by summiting Mount Vinson, the highest peak in Antarctica. This accomplishment brings him closer to completing the prestigious Seven Summits challenge. The 26-year-old shared his achievement from Antarctica, reflecting on the grueling conditions he faced. "From Karachi to Antarctica, the journey ends here," Memon said. "The past two weeks, battling sub-zero temperatures, relentless winds, and extreme isolation, tested every ounce of my strength. But nothing is impossible when fueled by...

Gul Ahmed Launches Flagship Store at Dolmen Mall Clifton

16Jan

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Pakistan

Gul Ahmed Launches Flagship Store at Dolmen Mall Clifton

Launching the largest Ideas by Gul Ahmed flagship store in Karachi marks a significant milestone for the brand and the Pakistani retail landscape. This expansive 30,000-square-foot store at Dolmen Mall Clifton promises an elevated shopping experience, blending traditional craftsmanship with modern retail practices. Ideas by Gul Ahmed has taken a major step forward in redefining Pakistan’s retail experience by opening its largest flagship store at Dolmen Mall Clifton, Karachi. Spanning 30,000 square feet, the store blends traditional craftsmanship with modern retail innovation. It also offers a holistic shopping destination for fashion and lifestyle enthusiasts. The launch event, attended by prominent celebrities, highlighted the store's spacious design, inviting ambiance, and innovativ...