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PIA Starts Direct Flights from Faisalabad to Jeddah for Umrah Pilgrims

4Aug

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Pakistan

PIA Starts Direct Flights from Faisalabad to Jeddah for Umrah Pilgrims

Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) has begun offering direct flights from Faisalabad to Jeddah. This new route is aimed at making travel easier for people going to perform Umrah. With these direct flights, PIA now operates two flights each week between Faisalabad and Jeddah. The first PIA flight was a special occasion, with Chief Commercial Officer Naushirwan Adil seeing off 170 pilgrims. This new service is not only beneficial for those traveling for religious reasons but also for individuals living in Saudi Arabia for work. Additionally, it will support Faisalabad's business community by providing more convenient travel options. This direct flight route is part of PIA’s ongoing effort to improve its services and offer more travel choices. By reducing the need for connecting fl...

Norway Cup 2024: Pakistan’s U15 Team Suffers Defeat in Final

3Aug

By Tahreem Akram1 Comment

Sports

Norway Cup 2024: Pakistan’s U15 Team Suffers Defeat in Final

In the Norway Cup 2024 U15 final, Pakistan's U15 team, Better Future, experienced a heartbreaking defeat against Norway's KFUM-Kam Oslo Bla. The match ended in a penalty shootout after a thrilling 2-2 draw in regular time. During the 60 minutes of play, Shahbaz Ali and Salman scored for Better Future, showing their skill and determination. However, despite their strong performance, the game moved to penalties. Unfortunately, Pakistan's team missed one of their crucial shots, allowing KFUM-Kam Oslo Bla to score the winning penalty and take the title. Better Future Pakistan played impressively throughout the tournament. They scored 35 goals and conceded only four in nine matches, demonstrating their strong offensive and defensive abilities. Their journey to the final was marked by har...

Joe Root Reclaims Top Spot, Babar Azam Maintains Third Position in ICC Test Rankings

3Aug

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Sports

Joe Root Reclaims Top Spot, Babar Azam Maintains Third Position in ICC Test Rankings

LONDON: England’s Joe Root has reclaimed the No. 1 position in the ICC Men’s Test Player Rankings following a standout series against the West Indies. Root’s impressive performance, including 291 runs over three matches and an innings of 87 in the final Test, has propelled him past New Zealand’s Kane Williamson, who drops to second place. Joe Root Reclaims Top Spot and Hits Career Milestones Joe Root recent success marks his return to the top spot he held from August 2015 until last year, and adds to his career achievements, including his 32nd Test century and a rise to seventh on the all-time Test run-scorer list. The rankings have also seen notable changes for other players. Pakistan’s Babar Azam and New Zealand’s Daryl Mitchell now share the third position. Australia’s Steve S...

Government Considers Income Tax Relief for Salaried Workers

3Aug

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Business, Pakistan

Government Considers Income Tax Relief for Salaried Workers

In response to economic challenges, the federal government is looking into providing income tax relief for salaried individuals. Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has directed his economic team to explore options for financial assistance. Sources from the Ministry of Finance reveal that the government is considering a relief package worth Rs 40 billion. This package would benefit individuals earning up to Rs 100,000 per month. The goal is to offer support to those in lower salary brackets who are facing increasing economic pressures. Before finalizing any decisions, the government plans to consult with the International Monetary Fund (IMF) to ensure that the relief package aligns with existing financial agreements. The proposed relief would not come from the annual budget but would be f...

Pakistan Unveils Rs5 Million Support Package for Families of Missing Persons

3Aug

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Business, Pakistan

Pakistan Unveils Rs5 Million Support Package for Families of Missing Persons

The government of Pakistan has announced a significant financial assistance package for the families of missing persons. Each affected family will receive Rs5 million as part of this initiative. This decision, made by the cabinet, aims to support families who have been suffering for more than five years due to the disappearance of their loved ones. Government sources clarified that this financial assistance is not compensation but a rehabilitation grant to help families cope with their losses. They stressed that they are taking every possible step to address the issue of missing persons, resolving 78% of cases in recent years. They are continuing efforts to solve the remaining 22% of cases, and all state institutions are implementing strict measures. The sources emphasized that the ...