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Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) passenger plane sits on tarmac, as seen through a plane window, at the Islamabad International Airport, Islamabad, Pakistan October 27, 2024. — ReutersGovt to offer a clean balance sheet to buyers.18% GST on plane purchases will not be applied.Govt reassigns financial advisory to E&Y.ISLAMABAD: The government plans to issue an Expression of Interest (EoI) this month in a renewed attempt to privatise the Pakistan International Airlines (PIA), with offering a clean balance sheet and protecting the buyer from an 18% GST on aircraft purchases, following the International Monetary Fund’s (IMF) approval.Notably, following the national flag carrier’s…

Prince Harry, Meghan Markle marriage: Insider reveals shocking truthA former Royal butler has revealed a shocking truth why Prince Harry cannot divorce Meghan Markle despite alleged pressures on their marriage.According to Irish Star, Paul Burrell, former butler to Princess Diana, revealed that the Duke of Sussex will not part ways with Meghan because he would “lose too much.” He noted that the Duke and Duchess of Sussex share a common goal to make as much money as possible and for the purpose Harry needs Meghan more than she needs him. Burrell claimed that the controversial couple’s shared goal of building…

Tom Holland, Zendaya’s wedding plans revealedTom Holland and Zendaya are reportedly planning to tie the knot this year.An insider told Life & Style magazine that the lovebirds are excited to begin a special chapter of their lives together, which is why they are looking for a new home. On January 6, Zendaya announced her engagement with Tom by showing off her new diamond ring at the Golden Globes Awards.The source said, “They already live together in London, but they’re looking to buy a bigger place together next, and they also want to get a place together in L.A. so that…

Partnership will allow South Korean tech firm to use ChatGPT for its artificial intelligence services.OpenAI chief Sam Altman has inked a deal with South Korea’s tech giant Kakao as the California-based firm seeks new alliances after Chinese rival DeepSeek shook the global AI industry. Kakao, which owns an online bank, South Korea’s largest taxi-hailing app and KakaoTalk, on Tuesday announced a partnership allowing it to use ChatGPT for its new artificial intelligence services, joining a global alliance led by OpenAI amid intensifying competition in the sector. Altman’s company is part of the Stargate drive, announced by United States President Donald…

“In May 2024, and at the direction of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, we launched a life quality strategy in Dubai 2033, with a clear goal: the launch of initiatives And the implementation of qualitative projects that make Dubai the best place to live in the world. ” His Highness added in a tweet on the “X” platform: “Within this strategy, we announce the launch of” Thuir Dubai “, the project represents a resort that is the longest of its kind in the world, and will include an interactive garden in addition to the largest internal plant…

Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Chief Minister Ali Amin Gandapur interacts with PTI founder Imran Khan in this undated image. — APP/FileKP CM says establishment warned against Nov 24 protest.He claims he saw bodies of three PTI workers near D-Chowk.KP CM also reveals why he and Bushra ended protest abruptly.Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) Chief Minister Ali Amin Gandapur has claimed that a proposal was made to transfer Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) founder Imran Khan to Bani Gala, Nathia Gali, or the Chief Minister House, but no progress has been made as Khan insisted on the release of all detained workers before his transfer.Speaking to journalists…

US President Donald Trump looks on as he signs an executive order in the Oval Office at the White House in Washington, US, January 31, 2025. — ReutersA US district judge delivered a scorching opinion on Monday extending a temporary block on President Donald Trump’s freeze on federal funding for aid programs.Judge Loren AliKhan said the National Council of Nonprofits and others who brought the case had shown they would suffer “irreparable harm” if the federal aid freeze was allowed to take effect. Trump triggered nationwide confusion last week with an order from the White House’s Office of Management and…

Pakistan-origin footballer Haris Zeb pictured during a match. — ReporterKARACHI: Pakistani-New Zealander footballer Haris Zeb is set to become the first player of Pakistani origin player to feature in the FIFA Club World Cup after signing with Auckland City FC.  The 23-year-old left winger, who previously played for Birkenhead United, has joined Auckland City FC and begun pre-season training with the team.  The club secured its place in the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup by winning the 2024 OFC Champions League.  Auckland City FC will compete in the expanded 32-team 2025 FIFA Club World Cup, set to take place in the United States. The…

Shakira gets honest about life lessonsSince her split with Gerard Piqué, Shakira says she has learned a lot.During a Live From E! Grammys interview, she said, “I’ve grown a lot. I’ve learned a lot of lessons. Life hasn’t always been kind, but it’s been a good teacher.” Elsewhere in the interview, the Waka Waka singer reflected on celebrating her 48th birthday at the award show.”It’s a gift to me, I’m sure. Five years ago, I was also at the Super Bowl, also on my birthday,” she continued.”So, it’s a coincidence that these big moments always happen on my birthday. Maybe…

New York, United States – Last week, United States President Donald Trump published a message directed at the student protesters who participated in last year’s pro-Palestinian demonstrations. It was a warning. And it was aimed specifically at the immigrants among the protesters. “To all the resident aliens who joined in the pro-jihadist protests, we put you on notice: come 2025, we will find you, and we will deport you,” Trump was quoted as saying in a White House fact sheet. “I will also quickly cancel the student visas of all Hamas sympathizers on college campuses, which have been infested with…