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Throughout his career, Kumar acted – and at times directed – films that had a focus on unity and national pride.Indian actor Manoj Kumar, known for his roles in Hindi-language films with patriotic themes, has died aged 87. Kumar died in Mumbai due to heart-related complications on Friday, his son Kunal Goswami told India’s ANI news agency. “He had health-related issues for a long time. It’s the grace of God that he bid adieu to this world peacefully. His cremation will take place tomorrow [Saturday],” Goswami said. Throughout his career, Kumar was known for acting – and at times directing…
ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Thursday announced to reduce electricity prices by 15% or Rs7.41 per unit on account of seasonal tariff adjustments and by increasing budget-neutral subsidy to boost consumption from national grid and providing solace to financially struggling families The benefit has been given to about 40.3 million consumers, mainly 35 million residential users. The prime minister announced the new electricity rates at the Prime Minister’s Office, at a ceremony attended by people from all walks of life. The prices have been cut on account of quarterly tariff adjustment, monthly fuel cost adjustment, consequent reduction in taxes…
Mette Frederiksen visits the Arctic island as the US continues its threats of taking over the region.Denmark’s Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen has called for increased Arctic defence collaboration with the United States during a visit to Greenland, and firmly dismissed Washington’s desire to annex the semi-autonomous Danish territory. Frederiksen’s visit follows months of tension between Washington and Copenhagen over US President Donald Trump’s repeated declarations that the Arctic island should become a part of the US. At a news conference with the outgoing and incoming Greenlandic prime ministers on Thursday, Frederiksen switched to English to address the US directly, inviting…
Listen to article The Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) witnessed a strong bullish trend as the benchmark KSE-100 index surged by 1,729.48 points, or 1.45%, current index at 120,667.59. The index hit a high of 120,793.41 points during intra day trading session and maintained a relatively tight range, with the day’s low recorded at 119,085.73 points. The trading volume stood at over 60 million shares, reflecting strong investor participation. The day’s trading value amounted to 5.12 billion, underscoring a robust market activity that has lifted investor confidence. The development came after Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif announced a 15% cut in electricity tariffs, reducing…
Sanaa, Yemen – On the evening of March 15, Ammar Mohammed* strolled through the vibrant streets of a modern residential neighbourhood in northern Sanaa. The tall, slim man was nattily dressed and expecting a delicious meal at a relative’s home. The pleasant spring air, cooled after sunset, carried the rich aromas of home-cooked dishes as families prepared to break their fast on the last day of Ramadan. The two-storey house of his wife’s relatives, the al-Zeinis*, was lit up, as with the other tightly packed homes on that street. Even from a distance, he could see rows of windows glowing…
United States President Donald Trump’s tariffs announcement on most trading partners, including several in Africa, will affect businesses and people across the continent and likely force more producers to trade with China, experts have warned. Trump’s “Liberation Day” declaration on Wednesday threw markets into chaos, as the US took its strongest turn to protectionist policies since the 1930s, weakening a global trade system the US helped build and strengthen. The tariffs, which include a baseline, universal 10 percent duty on all US imports as well as additional tariffs on “worst offender” countries like Nigeria and South Africa, will also likely…
PRESIDENT of FIFA Gianni Infantino (L) and UEFA president Aleksander Ceferin pose during the 49th UEFA ordinary Congress held at the Sava Centar congress center on Thursday.—AFP KINGSTON: What is being billed as a “revolution” for the sport of athletics gets under way in Kingston on Friday with the opening meeting of US sprinting legend Michael Johnson’s ambitious Grand Slam Track series. Four-time Olympic gold medallist Johnson believes the four-event circuit represents a landmark moment for track and field, a bold new attempt to reinvigorate interest in the sport after years of decline. Johnson, 57, says the format of his…
A humanoid robot plays football during a permanent exhibition at the Zhongguancun Exhibition Center in Beijing, capital of China, March 27, 2025. (Xinhua/Ju Huanzong)BEIJING, April 4 (Xinhua) — At the Zhongguancun International Innovation Center in Beijing, the humanoid robot Kuavo has become a familiar sight, effortlessly handling reception duties, responding to visitor inquiries, and guiding guests in finding their way through the facility.”Standing 1.7 meters tall with advanced cognitive capabilities, Kuavo is our next-generation service robot,” said Guo Da, sales manager at Shenzhen-based Leju Robotics. “Currently deployed in universities, exhibition halls and automotive plants, the model is set to enter…
PodcastPodcast, The TakeAfghans in Pakistan face deportation, including women’s rights activists at risk under Taliban rule. Afghan women’s rights activists are facing deportation from Pakistan, along with hundreds of thousands of Afghans living there. The activists risk imprisonment or death if they return to life under the Taliban in Afghanistan. Afghans have sought refuge in Pakistan for years, but the government says they cannot remain there indefinitely. As international resettlement programmes shut down and Pakistan accelerates removals, where can Afghans go? In this episode: Liliana Harrington, Senior campaigner for Avaaz Episode credits: This episode was produced by Sarí el-Khalili and…
LONDON: Liverpool moved closer to the Premier League title with a 1-0 win in the Merseyside derby against Everton on Wednesday, while Manchester City beat Leicester City 2-0 to bolster their bid to reach the Champions League. With just eight games left, Liverpool sit 12 points clear of second-placed Arsenal, who beat Fulham 2-1 on Tuesday. Arne Slot’s side had lost their previous two games in the League Cup final against Newcastle and the Champions League last 16 against Paris St Germain. But they got back on track in their march towards a record-equalling 20th English title, and first since…