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Oman has officially announced that the holy month of Ramadan 2026 will begin on Thursday, February 19, based on scientific calculations rather than waiting for a moon sighting. The announcement comes ahead of the expected crescent moon sighting in many parts of the world on Tuesday, February 17, after Maghrib prayers. The Sultanate’s Main Committee for Moon Sighting explained that …

Colombo: The highly anticipated T20 World Cup 2026 match between arch-rivals Pakistan and India is under threat due to unfavorable weather conditions, raising concerns among cricket fans. According to sources, the high-voltage encounter scheduled to be played in Colombo on February 15 faces uncertainty because of unexpected changes in weather. Fans are worried that rain could affect the match, putting …

Colombo: The highly anticipated T20 World Cup 2026 match between arch-rivals Pakistan and India is under threat due to unfavorable weather conditions, raising concerns among cricket fans. According to sources, the high-voltage encounter scheduled to be played in Colombo on February 15 faces uncertainty because of unexpected changes in weather. Fans are worried that rain could affect the match, putting …

The Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan (SECP) registered 3,881 new companies in January 2026, reflecting continued growth in corporate registrations across the country. During the same period, 82 newly registered companies received foreign investment from countries including China, the United States, Afghanistan, Australia, Turkey, the United Kingdom, Palau, South Africa, Albania, Denmark, Germany, Malaysia, South Korea, Spain, and Ukraine. …

UAE has banned the sale and distribution of dozens of food and drink items, including junk food, within school premises. Web Desk February 12, 2026 The United Arab Emirates has introduced stringent new regulations on food and beverages in schools to improve children’s health and development. According to international media reports, the UAE has banned the sale and distribution of …

Facebook has introduced new features powered by Meta AI aimed at making it easier and more enjoyable for users to express themselves through Feed posts, Stories, images, and profile pictures. With the new update, users can now animate their profile pictures, turning a static image into an animated version within seconds. Different preset animation styles such as natural movement, party …

DHAKA:  The Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) has taken a commanding lead in the ongoing general election results, emerging as the frontrunner with victories in 120 constituencies, according to preliminary and unofficial counts. The Jamaat-e-Islami alliance has secured 38 seats, placing it in second position as vote counting continues across the country. Election officials said the results are still being compiled, …

Dhaka: Vote counting is underway in Bangladesh following the conclusion of polling for the country’s general elections. According to unofficial results, the Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) is leading with 61 seats, maintaining a strong position in the Jatiya Sangsad. The Jamaat-e-Islami secured 21 seats, emerging as the second-largest party, marking a significant development in the political landscape. Other results include: …

  Pyongyang: North Korean leader Kim Jong Un is widely regarded as one of the world’s most powerful and enigmatic figures, with state propaganda often portraying him as possessing near-supernatural qualities. According to international media reports, although Kim does not formally hold a parliamentary or conventional governmental title, he remains the most powerful authority in the country. In recent years, …

The Government of Pakistan has announced new working hours for passport offices during the holy month of Ramadan and also shared updated fee information. According to an official statement, the revised schedule will be implemented at Regional Passport Offices, Executive Passport Offices, and Passport Processing Counters. Under the new timings, from Monday to Thursday, tokens will be issued and public …