Despite facing international sanctions, Afghanistan currency, the afghani, has defied expectations by emerging as the top-performing currency of the September quarter, according to data analysis by Bloomberg. Bloomberg’s report highlighted that the Taliban, who took control of Afghanistan two years ago, have implemented several measures to maintain control over the afghani. These measures include prohibiting the use of US dollars and Pakistani rupees in local transactions and imposing stricter restrictions on taking US dollars out of the country. Online trading has also been banned, with severe penalties, including imprisonment, for rule violations. Bloomberg’s data shows that the afghani has appreciated…
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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
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ISLAMABAD: Former President Asif Ali Zardari and former Prime Minister Yusuf Raza Gilani have been summoned by an Accountability Court in Islamabad in connection with NAB cases. The Accountability Court has issued summon notices related to fake bank accounts and Toshakhana NAB cases, requiring both politicians to appear in person on October 24. It is pertinent to noted that on the final day of his tenure, former Chief Justice of Pakistan Umar Atta Bandial deemed Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) chairman Imran Khan’s petition against the NAB amendments admissible. Consequently, nine out of ten NAB amendments were declared null and void. Following…
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KARACHI: The ‘Right to Protein’ initiative, backed by the U.S. Soybean Export Council (USSEC), has unveiled the ‘Pakistan Protein Perception Study 2023.’ This comprehensive report, based on a nationwide survey conducted by YouGov, assesses Pakistani citizens’ awareness, behaviors, and perceptions regarding protein-rich foods. The study underscores the practical challenges hindering adequate protein consumption in Pakistan. The study reveals that a majority of respondents allocate only 10-20% of their monthly food budgets to protein-rich sources, despite protein being a crucial macronutrient for human health. Shockingly, over 60% of surveyed citizens believe that insufficient protein intake negatively impacts their overall health, primarily…
PESHAWAR: General Syed Asim Munir, Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Wednesday visited Peshawar and attended meeting of the Provincial Apex Committee along with Caretaker Chief Minister KP, Muhammad Azam Khan. According to ISPR, the COAS also had an interactive session with the respectable women of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa during ‘KPK Women Symposium – 2023’ during his visit. During the Apex Committee meeting, the COAS was briefed about overall security situation including initiatives against smuggling, hoarding and drug trafficking. The participants of the meeting affirmed that state institutions and people are united for the protection of life and property of citizens. Participants…
ISLAMABAD: The Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP) Wednesday took a significant step towards upcoming elections by unveiling the provisional report detailing the delimitations, which is based on the recently concluded digital census. In an official press release issued by the ECP, it was announced that the preliminary report and constituency maps are now accessible on the ECP’s official website. The ECP emphasized that the publication of these preliminary constituencies will remain available for public scrutiny for a period of 30 days, concluding on October 26. During this time, constituents are encouraged to voice any objections they may have regarding the…
In an astonishing display of power-hitting, Nepal’s men’s cricket team etched their names in the record books during an unforgettable T20 international match against Mongolia at the Asian Games held in Hangzhou, China. Opting to bat after winning the toss, Nepal rewrote history by amassing a staggering 314-3 in their allotted 20 overs, surpassing the previous record of 278-3 set by Afghanistan against Ireland in 2019. The young sensation, Kushal Malla, batting at number three, led the charge by registering the fastest T20 international century ever, achieving the milestone in a mere 34 balls. The 19-year-old’s explosive innings eclipsed the…
KANDHKOT: At least eight people were killed including five children, and wounded five others when a rocket launcher’s shell exploded in a house in Kandhkot district of Sindh on Wednesday. This unfortunate incident occurred in a house situated in the Ghora Ghat area, a riverine region, as confirmed by Kandhkot Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP) Rohail Khoso. Initial investigations indicate that children stumbled upon the rocket launcher while on agricultural land and, unknowingly, brought it home, leading to the devastating explosion. Upon receiving reports of the tragedy, rescue teams promptly transported the deceased and injured to the hospital. An official…
Jazz, in partnership with the National University of Sciences & Technology (NUST), the National Information Technology Board (NITB), and Code for Pakistan (CfP), is set to launch Pakistan’s first-ever 5G Innovation Hackathon. This groundbreaking initiative aims to tap into the vast potential of 5G technology and other cutting-edge innovations to address critical challenges in various sectors across Pakistan, including healthcare, education, financial services, disaster management, climate change, agriculture technology, and Industry 4.0. The 5G Innovation Hackathon underscores the vital importance of nurturing innovation and talent in the realm of 5G technology. By bringing together bright minds, developers, and entrepreneurs, the…
PEHAWAR: Following alleged involvement of Afghan nationals in extortion, terrorism activities, and other unlawful activities, Pakistan has decided to repatriate 1.1 million illegal refugees back to Afghanistan. While there has been no official statement issued on this matter, the sources suggest that the decision was based on a summary circulated by the interior ministry. According to these reports, the interior ministry formulated this repatriation plan after consulting with all relevant stakeholders, including the Afghan government. The repatriation process will be carried out in multiple stages. The initial phase will target Afghan individuals residing in Pakistan without valid visa renewals. Subsequently,…
