Web archive - January 17, 2024

Pakistan, Business

Pakistan receives $700m tranche from IMF as UAE rolls over $2b loan

SBP confirms UAE has rolled over two $1b deposits, which were maturing soon

Sports

Djokovic and Sabalenka back in Australian Open action

Belarusian second seed will be on centre court ahead of Serbian superstar to face Czech qualifier Brenda Fruhvirtova

Sports

Alcaraz dominates on return to Australian Open

World number two demolishes French veteran 7-6 (7/5), 6-1, 6-2 in his first competitive match of the year

Sports

Andreeva stuns Jabeur in Australian Open second round

Russian 16-year-old demolishes sixth seed 6-0, 6-2 in under an hour

Sports

Del Toro bolts to overall lead

20-year-old rider becomes first Mexican to win stage at Town Down Under

Music

Hasan Raheem, Abdul Hannan’s ‘Zaalima’ flaunts a simple yet infectious chorus

Released on January 15, the love song is a perfect fit for reels and vlogs

Pakistan

Police denied Rashid, nephew's physical remand

ATC sends former minister, nephew to Adiala jail on judicial remand, orders to present them in court on Jan 30

Pakistan

Imran instructs Marwat to stop political activities: sources

PTI leader told to not participate in any political campaigns until further notice

Technology

Musk wants 25% voting control at Tesla before fulfilling AI goal

Musk says he would want at least 25% vote in the Tesla if the company is to go ahead in AI and robotics

World

China urges Iran, Pakistan to 'exercise restraint' after deadly air strike

Chinese spokesperson says consider both Iran and Pakistan as close neighbours and major Islamic countries