Mahnoor

ART’S BEST TIME – ON INSTAGRAM

How going digital helped independent artists reach fans directly without needing a middleman. BY Mahnoor | 23-06-2026 I have always disliked Facebook. I have an account, and I used to spend a lot of time arguing with people online when the site first started. However, I find Facebook annoying because …

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The US relaxes oil sanctions on Iran with a 60-day exception.

Pakistan and Qatar report good progress in Lucerne talks. Negotiators have set a 60-day plan to reach a final agreement, which the Prime Minister welcomed. BY Mahnoor | 23-06-2026 ISLAMABAD: Pakistan and Qatar reported good progress on Monday following the first major talks between the U.S. and Iran. These talks …

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Is the economy growing too slowly?

Rather than increasing production, the government is focusing on increasing taxes. BY Mahnoor | 22-06-2026 ISLAMABAD: A strong nation needs three things: a powerful military, smart diplomacy, and a solid economy. Pakistan has made great progress in its military and diplomatic relations. Two recent events have made the country even …

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Main cricket players’ contracts are being paused.

They did not play enough first-class matches. BY Mahnoor | 22-06-2026 KARACHI: Some famous cricket players might lose their official contracts because they are not playing in local first-class matches. Aaqib Javed, a PCB director, said that players were always required to play these matches, but the rule was not …

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National Assembly approves Rs9.17 trillion in spending requests.

Lawmakers refuse 307 requests to reduce spending BY Mahnoor | 22-06-2026 ISLAMABAD: On Sunday, the National Assembly started passing the 2026–27 federal budget. They approved 125 funding requests totaling Rs9.171 trillion, while voting down 307 changes proposed by the opposition. Led by Speaker Sardar Ayaz Sadiq, the House met to …

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IMF opposes the 1% tax on new electric vehicle sales

Arguments between government departments are delaying the new car policy. BY Mahnoor | 20-06-2026 ISLAMABAD: The IMF rejected a plan to charge a 1% sales tax on new energy vehicles, such as electric cars. This happened because government departments are arguing about taxes, making the new auto policy uncertain. On …

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