Archive for: October, 2012

‘Tanhaiyaan’s’ sequel to be launched by Olper

‘Tanhaiyaan’s’ sequel to be launched by Olper The classic drama serial of the 80s, proverbially referred to as the golden age of Pakistani Television, is all set to make a comeback with a sequel titled ‘Olper’s Tanhaiyaan – Naye Silsillay’. The 13-episode serial format will showcase the storyline of the original Tanhaiyaan 27 years later. […]

Facebook records third-quarter losses

The social network, Facebook, have suffered losses of 59 million dollars (45 million Euros) in the third quarter, compared with profit of 227 million in the same period last year, due to heavy tax provisions relating to the payment of remuneration in shares.  However, the company’s revenues grew 32% in the third quarter to 1,262 […]

India tour tougher than Ashes, says Matt Prior

England wicket-keeper batsman Matt Prior believes beating India in India is bigger than winning an away Ashes. The Englishmen are due to visit India for a four-match Test series next month, and considering India’s wonderful record at home, he is not reluctant to admit that it will not be an easy journey for the touring […]

Humaima Malick wins South Asia Rising Star Film Award

Pakistani film actor Humaima Malick won the South Asia Rising Star Film Award in the Best Lead Actress category for her role in the movie Bol. Humaima was contesting against Indian actors Tanishtha Chatterjee, Parineeta Chopra, Rasike Dugal and Preeti Desai in the category. She was the only Pakistani to be nominated in the category. […]

Fabio Scozzoli and Jessica Hardy win gold medals – 2012 FINA Swimming World Cup

Fabio Scozzoli and Jessica Hardy win gold medals – 2012 FINA Swimming World Cup Fabio Scozzoli and Jessica Hardy won gold medals of the Men’s 100m breaststroke and Women’s 50m breaststroke respectively at the 2012 FINA/ARENA Swimming World Cup in Berlin. Scozzoli stayed only a touch ahead of his closest rival and surfaced on the […]

Pakistan Premier League to be played in March next year: PCB chairman Zaka Ashraf

Pakistan Cricket Board Chairman Zaka Ashraf has said that Pakistan Premier League (PPL) would be held in March next year. Addressing a press conference, he said that international payers were being contacted as the premier league would be a success only after a large number of international players took part. He hoped that international cricket […]

Foreign Office rejects accusation of Indian Home Minister

Pakistan’s Foreign Office (FO) has rejected accusations made by Indian Home Minister S K Shinde on Tuesday that it was helping terrorists infiltrate into India. According to a brief statement, the foreign ministry spokesperson termed the claims baseless and unfounded. It noted, “Such unsubstantiated statements are not very helpful in creating a conductive environment necessary […]

Apple launches iPad Mini small tablet

In a bid to dominate the fast-growing tablet market, Apple has unveiled its widely-anticipated 7.9in (20.1cm) tablet, the iPad Mini, a new tablet half the size of its existing iPad. The device, which is 7.2mm (0.3in) thick and weighs 0.68lbs (0.3kg), was announced at an event in California. The entry wi-fi-only model, with 16GB storage, […]

Ajmal Kasab’s mercy plea sends to Indian President

In quite an important development, the mercy plea of lonely survivor of Mumbai terror attack Mohammed Ajmal Amir Kasab has been dispatched to the President for decision by the Indian Home Ministry. With the Home Ministry sending its recommendation to the President of India, it is now up to Pranab Mukherjee to take the final […]

PPP seeks apology from PML-N over stealing public mandate in 1990

In light of the Supreme Court’s historic verdict in Asghar Khan’s case, Federal Information Minister Qamar Zaman Kaira has sought an apology from PML-N chief Nawaz Sharif for allegedly receiving money from the Inter-Services Intelligence (ISI) to steal his party’s mandate in 1990 election. Speaking to a press conference, the federal minister said that the […]

Rebekka Findlay demolishes Julie MacPherson to earn glory at Scottish National Junior Championships

Scotland’s in-form shuttler Rebekka Findley defied all odds to earn glory as she claimed Girl’s Singles U19 crown after beating her team-mate Julie Macpherson in the title match at the Scottish National Junior Championships 2012 in Scotland, on October 14. The impressive Rebekka, who was the top seeded player in the main draw of the […]

KESC oust Army in thrilling 2-1 win

The Karachi outfit ensured the three points with a clinical victory, ousting the Army Men despite conceding a late penalty. Muhammad Essa and Muhammad Rasool were on song as KESC cruised to an easy win in the Pakistan Premier League. Jaffar Khan netted a late consolation for Army, but in the end the team from […]

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