The outlook for Pakistan's economy appears optimistic, with anticipated growth rates of over 4% this fiscal year, spurred by strategic government privatization initiatives. The finance minister outlined plans to privatize five to six state-owned enterprises, potentially yielding upwards of $1 billion in revenue. Additionally, negotiations with the United States are underway to create a $10 billion exchange stabilization facility. After reaching a staff-level agreement with the IMF, around $1.
Craving something sweet during Navratri but want to avoid an overly rich dessert? Lauki ka halwa, made with bottle gourd, can be a lighter homemade alternative when prepared with less sugar and a modest amount of ghee. This traditional Indian dessert combines grated lauki with milk, cardamom and nuts to create a creamy, comforting treat. Bottle gourd has a high water content, while milk provides protein and calcium.
TN CM VIjay's list of demands to PM Modi: Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C Joseph Vijay has asked Prime Minister Narendra Modi to release Rs 5,110 crore in pending Samagra Shiksha Abhiyan funds without conditions. He also sought approval for Chennai Metro Phase III, reconsideration of Metro projects in Coimbatore and Madurai, new high-speed rail corridors, highway upgrades, the Godavari-Cauvery river link and the use of Tamil in Madras High Court proceedings.
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The Prime Minister said the country was working to expand opportunities in sports by investing in facilities and strengthening the ecosystem.
IREF has introduced a bulk-shipping initiative aimed at cutting freight costs for Basmati rice exports to Iraq. This initiative will lower costs from USD 350 to USD 90 per tonne, significantly improving competitiveness in the Middle East market. The collaboration with Eximwala Solutions Pte. Ltd. involves bulk shipments totaling 1,02,210 metric tonnes. The initiative is part of efforts to strengthen India’s position in global rice exports.
Freshly crowned China Open champion Zheng Qinwen withdrew on Monday from her home tournament in Wuhan, citing fatigue and a right shoulder injury. Zheng became the first Chinese player to clinch the Beijing title on Sunday by defeating reigning Roland Garros champion Mirra Andreeva 7-5, 6-4 in the final. "I'm very sorry to share that I will be withdrawing from this year's Wuhan Open," Zheng said in a statement released by WTA. "Wuhan is where my tennis dream began, and the Wuhan Open is also where I made my breakthrough at the WTA 1000 level. I have always looked forward to competing in front of my hometown fans. "Since returning from injury, however, I have played a demanding stretch of tennis over the past months and a half, competing at the US Open, the Billie Jean King Cup and the China Open. My body is feeling very fatigued after this intense run of matches. "I look forward to returning to the Wuhan Open next year and stepping on to the court in my best possible form." Andreeva also quit the Wuhan Open due to a change in schedule. Zheng and Andreeva join a growing list of high-profile Wuhan absentees that also includes world number one Elena Rybakina, defending champion Coco Gauff and reigning Wimbledon champion Linda Noskova. The Wuhan Open kicks off on Monday and ends on Sunday. (AFP/Xinhua) Edited by Edmond Fong