The International Cricket Council (ICC) has officially announced the much-anticipated schedule for the 2025–27 World Test Championship (WTC). This marks the fourth tournament cycle, which aims to bring more context and excitement to the game’s longest format. 71 Test matches will be played across 27 bilateral series among nine top Test-playing nations. Championship Format and…
The National Savings Division held the Rs200 prize bond draw no. 102 in Quetta on June 16, 2025, revealing the names of lucky winners. The first prize of Rs750,000 was awarded to bond number 774331. This bi-monthly draw is one of the most awaited events for small and medium-level investors across Pakistan, who consider prize…
In a major development that will directly impact millions across Pakistan, the federal government has announced a massive hike in petrol diesel prices, significantly increasing the rates effective from June 16, 2025. According to the official notification, petrol has been raised to Rs. 258.43 per liter, while high-speed diesel now costs Rs. 262.59 per liter….
Crude prices surged following Israeli attacks on Iran’s key nuclear and ballistic missile facilities, with international oil prices witnessing a sharp spike of nearly 10%, rising above $75 per barrel. This development has reignited fears of a broader regional conflict that could severely disrupt global oil supplies. The Israeli military operation targeted sensitive Iranian infrastructure,…
Google officially rolled out Android 16, codenamed Baklava, on June 10, 2025. It’s packed with smart upgrades aimed at improving productivity, security, and overall user experience. Android 16 launches on Pixel 6 and newer, refining the OS and setting the stage for a visual refresh later. Live Updates for Smarter Notifications One of the standout…
Europe has taken a major leap in high-performance computing with the maiden benchmark of Jupiter—a new supercomputer developed by the EuroHPC Joint Undertaking, Eviden (formerly Atos), and Nvidia. As NVIDIA supercharges Jupiter supercomputer with cutting-edge technology, it marks a significant milestone in the continent’s quest for exascale performance. Deployed in Germany’s Jülich Centre, Jupiter hit…
Apple has officially introduced Liquid Glass, its most extensive design overhaul ever, across all its platforms—iOS 26, iPadOS 26, macOS Tahoe, watchOS 26, and tvOS 26. This sleek and unified visual language aims to elevate the user experience with enhanced clarity, liveliness, and elegance. A Translucent, Responsive Design The core of Liquid Glass lies in…
In a major move for mobile creators, Adobe has officially launched the beta version of Photoshop for Android devices, allowing users to access advanced editing tools—completely free of charge during the beta phase. This release marks Adobe’s continued expansion into mobile-first creativity, following its earlier iPhone launch in February. A Full-Fledged Editing Suite on Mobile…
CD Projekt Red has officially lifted the curtain on The Witcher 4 PS5 with a breathtaking Unreal Engine 5 tech demo running on the PlayStation 5. The demo takes us to Kovir, a previously unexplored region on the continent. Known for its wealth and power, Kovir is now brought to life with hyper-realistic detail, thanks…
Amid mounting geopolitical tensions and growing economic uncertainties, gold prices have surged to historic levels globally and within Pakistan. On Monday, gold rose by Rs5,900 per tola, reaching an all-time high of Rs353,100 in Pakistan. Similarly, the international spot gold price climbed more than 2% to $3,377.29 per ounce, marking a strong upward momentum in…
