Web archive - January 23, 2025

Pakistan

Govt creating problems for itself by making unilateral decisions: Bilawal

PPP chairman says that no government can operate without the support and consent of the people.

World

Trump urges lower oil prices, interest rates, taxes at Davos

US president addresses global leaders, markets wary of his tariff plans, in first remarks of his presidency during WEF

Business

When is the next prize bond draw? Here's what you need to know

The National Savings Division in Karachi recently announced the results of Rs750 prize bond draw for January.

Entertainment

Taylor Swift releases limited edition ‘Lover Cardigan’ with pink hearts

Taylor Swift’s exclusive ‘Lover Cardigan,’ featuring pink hearts and “Taylor Swift” patch, is available for 72 hours.

Pakistan

Journalists reject PECA amendments, demand repeal

A joint action committee of media bodies rejected the amendments and demanded their immediate withdrawal.

Business

Inflation likely to drop below 3% in January

JS Global, in a report on Wednesday, projected inflation at 2.8% for Jan, marking the lowest rate since November 2015.

World

ICC seeks arrest warrants for two Taliban leaders over women's persecution

The two individuals named are the Taliban's supreme spiritual leader and the group's chief justice since 2021.

World

Oscar winner Hans Zimmer set to reimagine Saudi national anthem

Zimmer, two-time Oscar winner for The Lion King and Dune, also invited to score soundtrack for an upcoming Saudi film

Pakistan

NDMA participates in Regional Consultative Committee forum in Thailand

RCC is a regional forum to promote consultation, cooperation in reducing disaster, climate change risk in Asia-Pacific

World

Afghan refugees in Pakistan face uncertainty after US freezes visa processing

Students who fled Taliban’s rule express feelings of betrayal and hopelessness after waiting for years in uncertainty.