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  • Sarah Khan reveals the most fun secret about Bilal Abbas

    Sarah Khan reveals the most fun secret about Bilal Abbas

     
    Sarah Khan knows a fun but well-hidden secret about Bilal Abbas and now she’s sharing it with us.
     
    During a fundraising event in the UK for Palestinian relief, the Wabaal actress talked about him, saying, “Bilal is so passionate about his work that he completely transforms into his character. On set, he was literally Devdas. And he’s a big foodie, Bilal really loves good food. I’ve said it before in interview that he needs good food around to keep his mood positive, otherwise, it can affect him (it really depends on the food).”
     
    There you go, now you too know that Bilal is a food lover just like us.

    Bilal Abbas and Sarah Khan have worked together in the recent project Adullahpur Ka Devdas, written by Shahid Dogar and directed by Anjum Shehzad.
      
    Currently, Bilal is starring in Mann Jogi, and Sarah Khan and Danish Taimoor are starring in the upcoming drama serial Shair.

  • How to check Jazz number using code?

    How to check Jazz number using code?

    Jazz, formerly known as Mobilink, was founded in 1994 as a joint venture between Motorola Inc. and Saif Group. In February 2001, Egypt-based Orascom Investment Holding bought Motorola’s shares in Jazz to become the majority shareholder with 69% control. In June 2007, the Egyptian company purchased the remaining shares under Saif Group, becoming Jazz’s 100% owner.

    VEON, a Dutch company, bought most of Orascom’s telecom assets, including Jazz, 2010 for $6.5 billion. This made VEON the world’s fifth-largest mobile network operator. In 2015, VEON bought all of Warid Telecom, a Pakistani company owned by the Abu Dhabi Group. This merger created a combined subscriber base of 50 million.

    Mobilink and Warid joined forces in Pakistan and became Jazz in 2017. As of July 2024, Jazz is the most popular phone company in Pakistan, with 71 million users accross the country, and a whopping 47 million of them use super-fast 4G internet!

    VEON already owns some of Jazz but is buying even more shares from another company (Abu Dhabi Group) to become the complete owner. In March 2021, it purchased some shares for $273 million, and now they’re getting the rest.

    Here are some codes for Jazz Sim.

    How to Check Jazz Number with Code?

    Both prepaid and postpaid Jazz users can use this method. Just follow these steps:

    Dial *99# on your mobile device and click the call button.

    Your number will appear on the screen in this format: (MSISDN: 923xx-xxxxxxx).

    This method is entirely free.

    How do you check the details of the last 30 days?

    Dial *7050# on your mobile phone and click the call button.

    You will receive a message with the history details.

    How to Check Offers Information?

    Dial *444# on Your Mobile device.

    A screen with a list of Daily, Weekly, and Monthly bundles will appear.

    You can choose according to your plan

    How to Check Jazz balance with code?

    Dial *111# on your mobile.

    A screen will appear with your current balance.

    How do you get advanced on Jazz Sim?

    Dial *112# on your mobile device.

    You will get it in advance but must pay extra charges when returning.

    How to save Jazz Balance?

    Dial *869# on your mobile.

    Three options will appear

    1-Raqam Daalein

    2-Raqam Nikaleain

    3-Service Khatam karein

    Note: You can save up to 100 rupees with this service.

  • Right-wing Hindutva group wants BCCI to cancel India-Bangladesh matches

    Right-wing Hindutva group wants BCCI to cancel India-Bangladesh matches

    Demands to cancel India’s cricket matches with Bangladesh have began to gain momentum in the country.

    According to Indian media, a right-wing group called Hindu Janajagruti Samiti from Goa has demanded the cancellation of the cricket series between India and Bangladesh.

    The group says that atrocities being committed on Hindus in Bangladesh should lead to the cancellation of matches between India and Bangladesh. The group has written to the Indian board to cancel the matches as soon as possible.

    Bangladesh and India are scheduled to play a series of two Tests and three T20 matches in Chennai, Kanpur, Gwalior, Delhi, and Indian Hyderabad.

    The first test between the two teams will be played in Chennai on September 19, but fears of protests at many places may disrupt the matches.

  • Pakistan celebrates Eid Milad-un-Nabi

    Pakistan celebrates Eid Milad-un-Nabi

    Today, Pakistan celebrates Eid Milad Un Nabi, the 12th of Rabiul Awwal 1446 in the Islamic calendar, marking the birthday of Prophet Muhammad (PBUH).

    The streets, roads, buildings, mosques, and homes are adorned with green and white lights.

    The Government of Pakistan has instructed all government institutions to decorate their buildings with lights. Eid Milad Un Nabi processions are taking place in different cities, with scholars and religious leaders sharing insights into the Prophet’s life and teachings.

    On this special occasion, the President and Prime Minister of Pakistan have sent messages to the nation.

    “We have to put aside our differences and pledge to work for the development of the country and the nation. The 12th of Rabi ul Awal is an auspicious day when Allah Almighty bestowed upon humanity a perfect guidance,” Prime Minister Shahbaz Sharif said.

    President Asif Ali Zardari said, “Hazrat Muhammad ﷺ is the source of guidance for humanity to the rest of the world, in order to face the challenges faced in the present era, as a nation and as a Muslim Ummah, we have to make Uswa Tul Hassana a part of our lives.”

  • Asif Merchant pleads not guilty to US murder plot

    Asif Merchant pleads not guilty to US murder plot

    A Pakistani man with alleged ties to Iran pleaded not guilty Monday to plotting to assassinate a US official in retaliation for the American military killing of Revolutionary Guards commander Qassem Soleimani, prosecutors said Wednesday.

    Asif Raza Merchant, 46, allegedly sought to hire a hitman to assassinate a politician or a government official in the United States, the Justice Department and prosecutors said in a statement.

    A court document showed that Merchant pleaded not guilty to all counts, with a next hearing scheduled for November 6, 2024.

    Soleimani, the head of Iran’s foreign military operations, was killed in a US drone strike in Baghdad in January 2020. Iranian officials have repeatedly vowed to avenge his killing.

    “As these terrorism and murder for hire charges against Asif Merchant demonstrate, we will continue to hold accountable those who would seek to carry out Iran’s lethal plotting against Americans,” US Attorney General Merrick Garland said previously.

    The intended victim was not identified but the Garland has previously said no evidence has emerged to link Merchant with the July 13 assassination attempt against former president Donald Trump in Butler, Pennsylvania.

    FBI Director Christopher Wray has said the Pakistani national had “close ties to Iran” and that the alleged murder-for-hire plot was “straight out of the Iranian playbook.”

    Another FBI official said the assassins Merchant allegedly tried to hire were in fact undercover FBI agents.

    “After spending time in Iran, Merchant arrived in the United States from Pakistan and contacted a person he believed could assist him with the scheme to kill a politician or government official,” the Justice Department said in a statement.

    “That person reported Merchant’s conduct to law enforcement and became a confidential source.”

    Merchant was arrested on July 12 as he planned to leave the country.

    However, on September 12, he was charged by a US court.

    Iran’s mission to the United Nations said in August it had “not received any report on this from the American government.”

    “But it is clear that this method is contrary to the Iranian government’s policy of pursuing Soleimani’s killer,” the mission said in a statement carried by Iran’s official IRNA news agency.

  • Pakistan’s big industries’ output increases 2.38% but misses recovery target

    Pakistan’s big industries’ output increases 2.38% but misses recovery target

    In July 2024, Pakistan’s Large-Scale Manufacturing (LSM) sector grew by 2.38 per cent compared to the same month last year, according to a report by the Pakistan Bureau of Statistics (PBS).

    However, on a month-to-month basis, the sector saw a drop of 2.08 per cent from June’s index of 108.46 points.

    Throughout FY24, the LSM sector showed a recovery of 0.92 per cent, boosted by growing confidence and improvements in various industries. Despite this, the growth rate still falls short of what’s needed for a stronger economic recovery.

    The 2.38 per cent growth in July 2024 came largely from industries like Food (0.63 per cent), Tobacco (0.81 per cent), Textiles (1.48 per cent), Garments (1.37 per cent), and Automobiles (1.01 per cent).

    On the other hand, some sectors, including Pharmaceuticals (-0.23 per cent), Cement (-0.38 per cent), Iron and Steel Products (-0.70 per cent), Electrical Equipment (-0.69 per cent), and Furniture (-1.36 per cent) saw declines.

    Compared to July 2023, there was an increase in production for several industries, including Food, Beverages, Tobacco, Textiles, Leather Products, Petroleum Products, and Automobiles.

    However, sectors such as Pharmaceuticals, Rubber Products, Iron and Steel, Electrical Equipment, and Furniture experienced declines in production.

    The industrial sector contributes about 18 per cent to Pakistan’s total GDP, but data on industrial production is not frequently available.

    To track industrial performance, policymakers look at Large Scale Manufacturing (LSM), which makes up a major part of the industrial sector. LSM accounts for around 69 per cent of manufacturing, which is a sub-sector of Industry, and about 8 per cent of Pakistan’s overall GDP.

    While economic activity began to pick up in the latter half of FY24, challenges such as falling global demand, currency devaluation, and a growing current account deficit have restricted the government’s ability to maintain financial stability in tough economic conditions.

  • Pakistan’s money supply contracts by Rs46.6 billion, State Bank data reveals

    Pakistan’s money supply contracts by Rs46.6 billion, State Bank data reveals

    The most widely used measure of the money supply in Pakistan, broad money (M2), dropped by Rs46.6 billion week over week (WoW) to Rs35.64 trillion as of September 6, according to the State Bank of Pakistan (SBP).

    When compared to June 2024, M2 has declined by more than Rs940 billion, from Rs36.58 trillion recorded at the end of FY24.

    The currency in circulation within the country increased by Rs212.71 billion WoW to Rs9.09 trillion.

    However, in FY25, the currency in circulation has decreased by Rs61.11 billion, compared to Rs9.15 trillion recorded at the end of June.

    According to Mettis Global, total deposits held with banks were recorded at Rs26.43 trillion, showing a weekly reduction of Rs256.21 billion.

    Deposits held by banks exclude inter-bank deposits, government deposits, and foreign constituents.

    For those unaware, the currency in circulation represents the balance of banknotes and coins in circulation, held by the public and all financial institutions.

    Liabilities can be calculated by adding up the overall amount of money in circulation, the total amount of deposits made by non-governmental organisations (including foreign currency deposits made by citizens), and any additional deposits with the SBP.

    Furthermore, M2 is the total amount of the banking system’s net foreign and net domestic assets (i.e., the SBP and scheduled banks) when considering assets.

  • ICC boosts Women’s T20 World Cup prize money by over 200%

    ICC boosts Women’s T20 World Cup prize money by over 200%

    The International Cricket Council (ICC) has announced a significant increase in the Women’s T20 World Cup prize money, increasing it by over 200 per cent.

    The total prize money for the Women’s T20 Showpiece event will be $7.95 million, more than 200% more than the previous event. The winning team of the Women’s T20 World Cup will receive $2.34 million in prize money.

    A few days ago, the ICC also announced low-cost tickets for the Women’s T20 World Cup. The minimum ticket will be 5 dirhams, while entry to the tournament will be free for spectators under the age of 18.

    This event was scheduled in Bangladesh, but the ICC has shifted the Women’s T20 World Cup to the United Arab Emirates (UAE) following the deteriorating political situation in Bangladesh.

    The 10-team tournament will be played from October 3 to 20 in Sharjah and Dubai.

  • Haroon Shahid has very important advice for raising children

    Haroon Shahid has very important advice for raising children

    Actor and model Haroon Shahid has won fans over with his captivating performances on screen, but what makes him a true hero is his refreshing approach to parenting.

    Recently Haroon Shahid appeared as a guest on ‘Subh Ka Samaa’ ,  where he shared his perspective on fatherhood.

    “To be honest with you, I don’t feel stressed about it; I discuss it with my wife as well. Since my main goal is to raise my children as morally upright adults who obey authority figures and treat others with kindness, I truly don’t want to leave any of my property to them,” he observed.

    He went on to say,
    “We have seen many financially sorted people in life, who lost their properties because things don’t remain the same. Teach your kids how to live and survive in this society. Many of them developed depression as a result of losing money and being unable to find another source of income,” the Verna actor added.

    Haroon Shahid has starred in such hit dramas as Tajdeed -E- Wafa, Do Bol, Nikkah. Currently he is starring in Jaan Nisar which is written by Rehana Aftab and directed by Moshin Mirza.

  • Sanaullah informally discussed amendments with PTI; Gandapur calls it an attack on democracy

    Sanaullah informally discussed amendments with PTI; Gandapur calls it an attack on democracy

    Prime Minister Advisor for Political Affairs Rana Sanaullah has confirmed that the government held informal talks with Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) over the proposed constitutional amendments draft.

    Appearing on the Geo News programme ‘Geo Pakistan’, the PM’s Advisor remarked that the PTI leadership also envisaged that amendments would bring better results.

    He said, “The agreed amendments can be approved in the first week of October,” while the rest will be passed after securing a one-third majority in parliament.

    Responding to the formation of the Federal Constitutional Court (FCC), Sanaullah said, “Apex court judges are disturbed” by the number of pending cases. FCC will hear cases regarding constitutional petitions,” which would significantly elevate the judiciary’s burden.

    Meanwhile, Chief Minister (CM) Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) Ali Amin Gandapur said that approval of proposed amendments is a far distinct thing; they (the government) wouldn’t even dare to present it in parliament.

    He said, “These amendments are an attack on Pakistan’s democracy, and PTI won’t let them win.”