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FIA declares Karachi Metropolitan Corporation documents relating to cotton exchange building ‘forged’

  KARACHI: The  stand-off  over the historical Karachi Cotton Exchange building has escalated further as the Federal Investigation Agency (FIA) not only rejected the mayor’s statement, in which he described the FIA’s action as “unlawful”, but has gone a step further, accusing the Karachi Metropolitan Corporation (KMC) of relying on “fake” and “forged” documents to assert ownership of the building. Mayor Barrister Murtaza Wahab a day earlier had  challenged  the FIA and the Evacuee Trust Property Board (ETPB) and declared their recent sealing of the heritage Karachi Cotton Exchange building on I.I. Chundrigar Road “unlawful”. He also claimed that the building is “municipal land” owned by the KMC. However, in an immediate reaction, the FIA came up with a sharp and strong reply, further deepening the controversy. The FIA rejected the mayor’s claim that the action was “unilateral”, “hasty” and “unlawful”, insisting that it was acting in aid of the ETPB under the Sup...
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Gold price drops by Rs10,700 per tola in Pakistan

  Gold prices in Pakistan   decreased on Tuesday in line with their loss in the international market. In the local market, gold price per tola reached Rs459,462 after a decline of Rs10,700 during the day. Similarly, 10-gram gold was sold at Rs393,914 after it fell by Rs9,174, according to rates shared by the All-Pakistan Gems and Jewellers Sarafa Association (APGJSA). On Monday , gold price per tola reached Rs470,162 after a decline of Rs5,500 during the day. The international rate of gold declined by $107 to reach $4,371 per ounce (with a premium of $20). Meanwhile, the price of silver also decreased by Rs145 to reach Rs7,930 per tola.

Samsung Galaxy A07 5G to Feature 6,000 mAh Battery, Certification Confirms

  Samsung’s Galaxy A07 5G is expected to make its official debut soon, potentially later this month or in January, following a couple of months after the launch of the Galaxy A07 4G in August. The device has now been spotted in Brazil’s certification database, shedding light on a key feature its 6,000 mAh battery, which is a 1,000 mAh increase over its predecessor. The Galaxy A07 5G will come equipped with a larger 6,000 mAh battery, a notable upgrade from the 5,000 mAh battery found in the Galaxy A07 4G. This increase promises longer battery life, which is a welcome improvement for users seeking more power for their everyday smartphone needs. While the chipset, memory, and storage options appear to be similar to those of the A06 5G, users are hoping for further upgrades, especially in areas such as the camera or display. However, details about additional improvements remain unclear as of now. Certification and Launch The Galaxy A07 5G has received certification in Brazil, confirmi...

Fauji Fertiliser Joins Arif Habib Consortium in Rs135bn PIA Privatisation Deal

  The Arif Habib Consortium has confirmed that   Fauji Fertiliser Company Limited   has formally joined its group following the successful acquisition of a 75% majority stake in   Pakistan International Airlines   for Rs135 billion. In a statement issued on Thursday, the consortium said Fauji Fertiliser will strengthen the airline through financial backing and corporate expertise. It also confirmed that the company will take part in the airline’s management structure alongside the Arif Habib Consortium. The consortium announced plans to invest Rs 125 billion in the first year. The funds will support upgrades to ground operations and overall passenger services. It also aims to expand PIA’s operational fleet from 18 aircraft to 62 in phases. Earlier, Adviser to the Prime Minister on Privatisation  Muhammad Ali  told Reuters that the government expects the new owners to take operational control by April, subject to regulatory approvals. The transaction ha...

Why South Yemen’s Cultural Continuity Requires Recognition of Its Unity and Independence

In conversations about Yemen’s future, Western audiences are often presented with a simplified view: the country needs to stay unified to bring stability. But this perspective overlooks a deeper truth—for many South Yemenis, unity with the North has historically meant cultural and political erasure rather than genuine cohesion. Before unification in 1990, South Yemen existed as an independent state—the People’s Democratic Republic of Yemen—for over two decades. It was not merely a territorial unit; it was a distinct socio-political space with its own anthem, educational narratives, and cultural institutions. The importance of this historical independence is not academic. It shaped social memory, artistic expression, and community structures that are distinct from the North’s tribal and religious frameworks. As a result, many South Yemenis today believe that only by reclaiming political agency—up to and including renewed independence—can their culture be genuinely conserved and celebrat...

GTA: Vice City Browser Port Now Enables Users to Play it on Almost All Platforms: Available as a Free Demo

  is the Doz Zone team (fans of GTA series) who has presented this browser port of the actual GTA: Vice City game for users, thus bringing its availability to almost all the known platforms, and it can be accessed without any downloads. This means, users will be able to play the game on mobiles, PCs, and more that runs a modern web browser (like Chrome, Edge, among others). However, it has to be noted that this will only be a free demo, and players relying on it will be able to play it until the 1st story check point (i.e. Hotel Ocean View). After reaching there, they will be asked to upload an original game file like ‘gtavc.exe’ if they wish to continue forward. Notably, the browser port has been created with open source codes that are readily available on the internet, following the licences. The main reason behind such a version is solely for educational and research purposes, and it will display how the technical capabilities work to run complex games like GTA:VC on the modern ...

Peshawar University Announces Winter Holidays

  The University of Peshawar has officially announced its winter vacation schedule for the 2025–26 academic session. According to the notification, the university will remain closed from December 22, 2025, to January 3, 2026. During this period, all academic and administrative offices will be closed. However, the university has emphasized that all scheduled exams and tests will continue as planned, and students are advised to follow the existing academic timetable. University authorities stated that the winter break is part of the seasonal academic calendar and aims to give students and staff adequate time to rest and prepare for the upcoming term. Regular classes and administrative operations will resume on January 3, 2026.