The US Embassy in Islamabad has reportedly denied a visa to the renowned singer Rahat Fateh Ali Khan, thus hindering his participation in an upcoming concert. The visa refusal appears to be linked to allegations of unpaid taxes on income earned in the US from 2015 to 2023. In accordance with the embassy’s requirements, the singer is required to furnish IRS documentation outlining his tax payments during the specified period and legal documents from Bollywood Event LLC. Rahat Fateh Ali Khan asserts that he has fulfilled his tax obligations through his US promoters and has contacted them to obtain the…
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Sajjad Ali
Sajjad Ali is ‘Online Web Editor of Khyber News. He is a journalist by profession and working in field for the last ten years. Previously he worked for national media organizations including ‘The Nation’ Daily Pakistan Today, Khyber News. He also worked in media development sector. He can be reached at sajjad.sovereign@gmail.com
Caretaker Prime Minister Anwaar-ul-Haq Kakar expressed profound sadness and condolences on Saturday for the loss of lives and property resulting from the recent earthquake in Nepal. In a statement posted on social media, the Prime Minister stated, “We are deeply saddened by the tragic loss of lives and property caused by the earthquake in Nepal last night.” He continued, “Pakistan stands in solidarity with Nepal during this challenging period and is prepared to offer any necessary assistance.” It is important to note that the death toll from the powerful midnight earthquake in western Nepal has risen to over 150 people,…
On Sunday, the price of 24-karat gold in Pakistan reached Rs214,000 per tola, with 10 grams of 24-karat gold priced at Rs183,471. Furthermore, the rate of 22-karat gold in Pakistan reached Rs196,167 per tola, and 10 grams of 22-karat gold were priced at Rs168,182. It’s worth noting that gold rates in Pakistan can change multiple times throughout the day in response to global market dynamics. These rates have been gathered from reliable sources primarily located in Karachi and Multan. In the international market, the price of bullion closed at $1,992. For the most precise and current gold rates in your…
Caretaker Prime Minister Anwaarul Haq Kakar has extended the tenure of the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) Management Committee led by Zaka Ashraf for three months. The four month term of the current interim management committee, led by Zaka Ashraf, was originally set to conclude its term on November 5. This decision was taken by the interim premier who exercised his prerogative to ensure the continuity of the committee’s efforts in advancing Pakistani cricket. Prime Minister Anwar-ul-Haq Kakar expressed his confidence in the current management committee by granting this extension, signaling his support for their leadership. Initially, the interim management committee,…
The crucial cricket match between Pakistan and New Zealand in the World Cup has been disrupted by rain. Pakistan, chasing 402 runs, were 161 for one loss in 21 overs when rain interrupted the match. Pakistan opener batsman Fakhar Zaman was at 106 runs, while Captain Babar Azam was at 47 when the rain halted the must win match for Pakistan being played in Bengaluru. In the important match, Fakhar smashed 100 runs in 63 balls at a strike rate of 157.81. Pakistan need 242 runs from 28.3 overs. According to DSL, after 21.3 overs is 150, so Pakistan are…
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) leader and former speaker National Assembly Asad Qaiser has been placed on judicial remand to Adiala jail by a local court in Islamabad. Following his arrest in connection to a corruption case related to Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa, the court, presided over by Judicial Magistrate Qudratullah, heard the case. Asad Qaiser’s counsel, Shoaib Shaheen, raised questions about the police’s authority in making the arrest, but the court proceeded with the judicial remand. The Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa Anti-Corruption Establishment (ACE) has been instructed to complete the legal procedures within a week. The arrest, which occurred a day earlier during a raid at…
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) former leader Fawad Chaudhry arrested from his Islamabad residence on Saturday. Former Federal Minister wife Hiba Fawad Chaudhry said that her husband was arrested and taken to an unknown place. In a series of posts on social media platform X, she said that “Islamabad police taken Fawad. I need the Case information in which he is nominated.” https://twitter.com/HibaFawadPk/status/1720738987948593623 In another post on X she questioned that where her husband Fawad has been Taken? https://twitter.com/HibaFawadPk/status/1720732461985075348 His brother, Faisal Chaudhry, also confirmed the arrest alleging that the ex-federal minister was “kidnapped by a few uniformed officials accompanied by…
RAWALPINDI: Security forces successfully thwarted a terrorist attack on the Pakistan Air Force Training Air Base in Mianwali, said military operation on Saturday. All nine terrorists involved were neutralized, ensuring the safety of personnel and assets, as reported by the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) of the armed forces. The timely action by security forces damaged three pre-grounded aircraft and a fuel bowser, but the security of the assets was maintained. The ISPR stated that a joint clearance and combing operation is in its final stages, emphasizing the armed forces’ commitment to eradicating terrorism at any cost. Meanwhile, the Tehreek-e-Jihad Pakistan…
QUETTA: At least 14 soldiers of the Pakistan Army were martyred when militants ambushed a convoy of security forces in southwestern Balochistan province. The Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR), the media wing of the Pakistan Army, the militants ambushed two security force vehicles traveling from Pasni to Ormara in Gwadar district on Friday. The ISPR expressed deep sorrow over the loss of 14 soldiers in this “unfortunate incident.” A sanitization operation is being carried out in the area, and the perpetrators of this heinous act will be hunted down and brought to justice, as stated by the ISPR. “Security forces of…
ISLAMABAD: foodpanda, Pakistan’s leading food delivery platform, is taking progressive steps to prioritize the well-being of its employees by introducing a dedicated mental health holiday. This new initiative underscores the company’s strong commitment to promoting a healthy work-life balance and addressing the growing global awareness of mental health. In a time when mental health is gaining recognition worldwide, foodpanda is setting an example in the corporate sector of Pakistan. The recently launched mental health holiday, introduced in observance of World Mental Health Day in October, reflects the company’s belief in addressing not only the professional but also the personal aspects…
