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The Pakistani rupee continued its downward trajectory against the US dollar and major currencies in the interbank market. Opening trade at 282.05, it fell further throughout the day, reaching a low of 284.125 before returning to the 283 level.

Asim al-Hakim, a renowned Saudi scholar and the Imam of Jeddah Mosque, has pronounced that earning from YouTube is considered haram (forbidden) according to Islamic teachings. In response to a user’s question on Twitter, he explicitly stated the prohibited nature of YouTube earnings.

The ranking of the Pakistani passport remains unchanged as it continues to be ranked as the fourth worst passport in the world. This information was revealed in the latest Henley Passport Index by Henley and Partners, a London-based passport guidance organization. The index measures the number of countries passport holders can access without a visa.

As the Muslim world celebrates the beginning of the new Islamic year, a significant tradition unfolded at the Grand Mosque with the replacement of the Holy Kaaba’s kiswa, also known as Ghilaf-e-Kaaba.

In response to a mysterious disease outbreak in Upper Egypt’s Qena governorate, Russian supervisory authority has implemented heightened health measures for flights originating from Egypt. Reports indicate that the unknown illness has caused symptoms such as high fever, headaches, fatigue, and stomach pain among those affected.

During a two-day visit to Tehran, Pakistani army chief General Asim Munir and Iranian military officials held discussions on enhancing cooperation and addressing the common threat of terrorism. This visit marked General Asim’s first trip to Iran since assuming his role as army chief. Key issues discussed included border security and counterterrorism efforts.

The United States and China are set to engage in discussions this week aimed at reinvigorating their joint efforts to combat global warming. These bilateral meetings are anticipated to raise the bar on climate ambitions ahead of the UN-sponsored climate talks scheduled for late 2023.

New Delhi is facing a major crisis as officials work urgently to open flood gates at a barrage on the Yamuna River. The river’s water levels have surged to their highest in 45 years due to heavy rainfall in the city and nearby hilly regions, leading to severe flooding and disruptions across the capital.

Abu Dhabi’s Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque Centre (SZGMC) has observed a notable surge in visitor numbers, particularly in the first half of 2023. The mosque welcomed over 3.3 million visitors during this period, marking a 127 percent rise compared to the previous year. Among these visitors, there were approximately 914,195 worshippers and 2,388,437 tourists.