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January 16, 2026

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Pakistani tennis player recognized by Guinness World Record for 59 serves in one minute

Pakistani senior tennis player Talha Waheed is shown with the Guinness World Record certificate for most serves in one minute. — Journalist LONDON: Pakistani tennis player Talha Waheed has been awarded the Guinness World Record for most serves in one minute, 59, breaking the previous record of 42. Talha was invited by the Guinness World Records headquarters here to receive the certificate at a ceremony to recognize his outstanding sporting feat. Talha set a new world record for most successful tennis serves in one minute by hitting 59 accurate serves on 8 November 2024 at a tennis facility in Lahore.

January 15, 2026

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European buyers open to Pakistani carpets after US tariffs on India

The Pakistani booth at Heimtextil in Frankfurt remained busy throughout the day as European buyers showed keen interest in hand-woven Pakistani carpets, with their attractive designs, rich colors and traditional craftsmanship. Sellers were seen actively rolling out rugs on the showroom floor, closing deals in minutes and exchanging contact information with buyers for future work. Pakistani exporters, after the United States, have now turned their attention to the European market, using the world’s largest home textile exhibition as a gateway to reach new buyers. Handwoven traditional carpets from Pakistan emerged as a key attraction at Heimtextil, where participating exporters reported

January 13, 2026

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Cricketers of Pakistani origin ‘denied’ Indian visa ahead of T20 World Cup

Photo collage shows US pacer Ali Khan (left) and Batter Shayan Jahangir. — AFP Some cricketers of Pakistani origin, including players from the United States of America (US), have reportedly been denied Indian visas ahead of the 2026 T20 World Cup scheduled from February 7 to March 8. Ali Khan, 36, born and raised in Attock, Pakistan, moved to the US at the age of 19, took to Instagram to share the Indian action. Sharing a photo of himself and fellow cricketer Shayan Jahangir enjoying a meal, he wrote, “Indian visa not accepted.” The post quickly caught the attention of

January 11, 2026

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How movies like item are hurting Pakistani cinema

PUBLISHED January 11, 2026 KARACHI: There are bad movies. Then there are worse movies. And then some films top the worst—an enviable category that Huma Shaikh’s Item occupies proudly. From a poster that screams cringe to a trailer that confirms it, the film eventually blossoms into a full-on cringe fest. Achieving this level of discomfort is no small feat. Item claims to be a film about women empowerment. It also claims to highlight the plight of women who are called “objects” for daring to step outside their homes to earn a living. In fact, it does neither. Instead, it operates

January 8, 2026

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Pakistani banking stocks top Asia-Pacific rankings

BoP, NBP lead earnings. Analysts caution that the rally reflects a recovery from stressed levels, not a definitive reassessment Seven Pakistani banking stocks were ranked among the top performers in the Asia-Pacific region in 2025, supported by a combination of low fundamental valuations, improving profitability, a relatively high interest rate environment, balance sheet cleaning and renewed investor confidence in Pakistan’s macroeconomic outlook during the year. Pakistani banking stocks were led by Bank of Punjab (BOP), National Bank of Pakistan (NBP), Askari Bank Limited and Bank of Khyber in the top four positions, according to data compiled by S&P Global Market

January 5, 2026

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Pakistani investors face tough choices in 2026

From zero return accounts to crypto and pensions, asset selection will now determine outcomes It will be the first time Pakistan will issue a 30-year euro bond in dollars, but the decision to sell it will depend on the interest rates investors seek. PHOTO: FILE KARACHI: 2025 has been remarkable for many investors in Pakistan. The subcontinent’s long love affair with gold has once again translated into wealth creation for middle and upper income households. Gold continues to serve multiple purposes: a store of value, a hedge against uncertainty, a wedding necessity, everyday jewelry, and for some, a convenient physical

January 3, 2026

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New York Mayor Mamdani tears up during conversation with Pakistani woman

New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani speaks to the media after voting in the New York City mayoral election at a park in Astoria, Queens, New York, U.S., November 4, 2025. REUTERS New York City Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani couldn’t hold back his tears during a civic meeting when a Pakistani woman gave him a heart-to-heart. Mamdani, 34, is the first Muslim mayor of New York and the youngest mayor of the century. He was sworn in on Tuesday at City Hall, placing his hand on the Holy Quran that belonged to his grandparents. Reading: Zohran Mamdani Swears in Holy Quran

December 29, 2025

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Four Pakistani films that gained global recognition in 2025

. KARACHI: Pakistani cinema has made decisive inroads on the international stage in 2025, with a slew of locally produced films garnering major accolades on trusted festival platforms, signaling both a boost in confidence at home and a welcome recognition of creative depth abroad. The most historic milestone came through the feature documentary “Moklani – The Last Mohanas,” directed by Jawad Sharif, which won the Global Voices Award at the Jackson Wild Media Awards in Wyoming, a premier celebration of environmental and nature-based storytelling. The film follows the Mohana community living on Lake Manchhar in Sindh, whose traditional houseboat culture

December 22, 2025

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DAP’s ‘Chalta Phirta Documentary’ festival is touring Pakistani cities

Documentary Association of Pakistan (DAP) is an initiative by and for documentary filmmakers to build audience, strengthen community and provide guidance and training to documentary filmmakers. DAP has been working to provide access to Pakistani and international documentary films by organizing film screenings since 2016. DAP also works closely with documentary filmmakers to provide them with networking and training opportunities by organizing filmmaker meetings, educational workshops, access to global forums and film development workshops. ‘Chalta Phirta Documentary Festival’ is our traveling documentary film festival that will screen thought provoking films in 5 cities for its 4th edition in Karachi, Lahore,

December 22, 2025

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Nick Jonas unexpectedly shouts out the Pakistani pop legend

Nick Jonas unexpectedly shouts out the Pakistani pop legend Nick Jonas recently called out Pakistani pop legend Nazia Hasan, an unexpected move that sent fans into a frenzy after his viral dance video in a Dhurandhar orbit. Continuing his pre-show ritual during the JONAS20 Greetings From Your Hometown Tour, the 33-year-old American singer-songwriter and actor posted a new video on his Instagram account. The clip, captioned “tonight’s hype pre show song”, captured him pumping Aap Jaisa Koi along with his wife Priyanka Chopra and his older brothers Kevin and Joe Jonas. Nick Jonas unexpectedly shouts out the Pakistani pop legend

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