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  • Gandapur vows to stand by Imran Khan after mysterious disappearance

    Gandapur vows to stand by Imran Khan after mysterious disappearance

    Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) Chief Minister Ali Amin Gandapur resurfaced in the public at a ceremony of the Peshawar Bar Council Association on Wednesday, one day after disappearing for a few hours after the controversial September 8 party rally.

    Gandapur remained defiant in his stance, saying, “I want to give a message to our leader [Imran Khan] that we support your ideology.”

    After the CM KP gave an explosive speech targeting the military establishment, the government and journalists at the September 8 rally, a crackdown began against PTI MNAs later that night while Gandapur himself was unreachable for a few hours.

    The CM of KP assailed the military for its failure to deal with terrorism in the province, announcing that he would send a delegation to Afghanistan to resolve the issue through negotiations. “Keep your policies with you,” he said.

    “As a province leader, I will speak to Afghanistan. I will send a delegation to Afghanistan. I will speak to them, and through negotiations, I will resolve this issue and save lives,” said Gandapur.

    Addressing bar members, he asked state institutions to mend their ways for their own and the country’s benefit.

  • Namibia to slaughter wild animals to combat drought

    Namibia to slaughter wild animals to combat drought

    The African country of Namibia has decided to slaughter more than 700 wild animals, including elephants and zebras, and distribute the meat to the public as it faces the worst drought in 100 years.

    The Ministry of Environment, Forests, and Tourism has announced that more than 700 wild animals will be slaughtered, and their meat will be distributed to the affected people. Blue wildebeest and 300 zebras are included, and they will be hunted from other areas, including national parks.

    The program aims to help mitigate the effects of drought in southwest African countries.

    The Namibian government has been in a state of emergency since May due to drought. Half of Namibia’s population is undernourished due to drought.

  • Malaika Arora releases first statement after father’s suicide

    Malaika Arora releases first statement after father’s suicide

    Bollywood actress Malaika Arora has released a statement on social media following her father’s suicide.

    In her statement on Instagram, Malaika Arora said, “We are deeply saddened to announce the passing of our dear father, Anil Mehta. He was a gentle soul, a devoted grandfather, a loving husband, and our best friend. Our family is in deep shock by this loss, and we kindly request privacy from the media and well-wishers during this difficult time. We appreciate your understanding, support, and respect.”

    Malaika Arora’s father Anil Arora committed suicide by jumping from the roof of a building yesterday in the Bandra area of Mumbai.

    According to media reports, after the accident, the police reached the spot and took the body into custody. A reason for the suicide is yet to be determined.

    It is being told that when Anil Arora committed suicide, Malaika was not present in her father’s house.

  • ‘ADHD is not something to be ashamed of,’ Mathira encourages seeking help for mental health

    ‘ADHD is not something to be ashamed of,’ Mathira encourages seeking help for mental health

    Television host Mathira recently appeared as a guest on the Good Morning Show, where she shared her experience of having Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), a neurodevelopmental disorder.

    She believes that parents of children suffering from mental health issues often overlook their concerns and pressure them to focus on their studies, which can result in the development of negative tendencies.

    “I was diagnosed with the condition when I was an adult. My doctor prescribed medication, which I took for a while, but then I began to feel dependent on them. That’s when I learned more about ADHD and decided to stop the meds,” she said.

    Mathira pointed out that ADHD is neither a rare nor a severe illness, and those suffering from mental health issues should not feel ashamed to seek medical help, as it can be managed with proper care.

    “We always focus on the negative aspects of these conditions, but there are positives too. People like us tend to forget things quickly, so it takes us less time to recover from any trauma. We can do things so quickly that it surprises those around us,” Mathira said.

    She also advised parents of children with ADHD not to pressure them. Instead of scolding, parents should try to understand their children and channel their energy in positive directions.

    She added, “Such children are highly intelligent and talented,”

  • What inspired Zainab Shabbir to join the entertainment industry?

    What inspired Zainab Shabbir to join the entertainment industry?

    Actress and model Zainab Shabbir, the talented newcomer in the drama industry quickly, has won the hearts of viewers with her versatile performances.

    During an appearance on Mazaq Raat she told host Imran Ashraf about the inspiration behind her journey in the entertainment industry.

    During the interview the host asked, “In your life now, by the grace of Allah, you haven’t experienced hunger closely?”
    The Fareb actress said, “Allah has always been there for us, and my mother did her best to raise us well, but yes, we have seen hard times, seen bad days.”
    The host asked, “Was there a moment when you decided that no matter what happens, you will change the fate of your family?”

    Zainab Shabbir replied, “Yes, there was a very difficult day. You know, I had never seen my mother cry before. She was always such a strong woman, never expressing that she was sad or going through any trouble. Even today, she remains the same. But on that day, I saw tears in my mother’s eyes, and I thought to myself, no, this isn’t right. I have to do something about this. That day, I realized it was time to take action. And from then on, Allah has been with me.”

    Zainab Shabbir starred in dramas such as Maa Sadqay, Sanwari, Yaar Na Bichray, Muskhil and Nikah.

  • Govt just three votes away from extending judges’ tenure

    Govt just three votes away from extending judges’ tenure

    The incumbent government led by Prime Minister (PM) Shehbaz Sharif intends to extend the judge’s tenure as soon as it secures enough votes in the Upper House.

    The incumbent government is only three votes short in the Senate to amend the tenure of Supreme Court and High Court judges, a government source told Geo News.

    Government sources further revealed that the incumbent government has achieved a two-thirds majority in the National Assembly (NA). Once the Senate’s majority is secured, Parliament will pass constitutional amendments.

    After constitutional amendments, the tenure of Supreme Court judges will be extended to sixty-eight years of age, and that of High Court judges will be extended to sixty-five years of age.

    Earlier, Federal Minister for Law Azam Nazeer Tarar had remarked that suggestions for extending the judge’s tenure could be considered. Meanwhile, Chief Justice Pakistan (CJP) Qazi Faez Isa had vehemently rejected the extension offer.

  • Huawei introduces world’s first triple-foldable phone

    Huawei introduces world’s first triple-foldable phone

    The Chinese smartphone manufacturer Huawei has introduced the world’s first triple-foldable phone, Mate XT.

    For the past few months, there have been reports that Huawei will introduce the world’s first triple-foldable phone, but the company has not given any explanation. Now, the company has surprised everyone by introducing the world’s first triple-foldable phone just hours after Apple introduced the iPhone 16.

    According to Reuters, Huawei’s world-first triple-foldable phone also has artificial intelligence (AI) features and tools. The phone has AI video, photo, and voice-adding features, while it also has the best and most powerful camera technology.

    The phone’s back has three cameras: the main 50-megapixel camera and the other two 12-megapixel cameras. The front has an 8-megapixel selfie camera.

    The phone packs a 5600 mAh battery with a 56-watt fast charger and a 50-watt wireless charger, 16GB of RAM, and different memory modules, including 128, 256, and 512GB modules.

    The phone’s highlight is its unique design, which looks like the English letter Z when opened. This phone has one more screen than conventional phones of today.

    The phone is designed so that the screen is less than 7 inches when used like a traditional phone, but it becomes 10 inches when fully opened and can also be used as a tablet.

    The phone’s price starts at $2800 (about 8 lakh Pakistani rupees), while the highest memory module costs $3300 (more than 9 lakh Pakistani rupees).

    The phone will be sold worldwide, including in China, on September 20, the same day the iPhone 16 will be sold worldwide.

  • Is Champions Trophy being shifted from Pakistan? ICC chief executive clears the air

    Is Champions Trophy being shifted from Pakistan? ICC chief executive clears the air

    As Pakistan upgrades its stadiums and facilities for Champions Trophy 2025, speculation has been rife that hosting rights may be taken away from the country.

    However, International Cricket Council (ICC) Chief Executive Geoff Allardice has confirmed now that there are no plans to move the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 from Pakistan, Geo News has reported.

    Addressing a media briefing held for the Women’s T20 World Cup, Geoff expressed his satisfaction with the tournament venue and said that the ICC is making regular visits to its member countries, including Pakistan, to ensure the successful hosting of events.

    He said, “No team has hesitated to play in the tournament. All teams are committed to playing in Pakistan. Despite previous challenges, all participating teams are determined to play in Pakistan.”

    The ICC Champions Trophy will host eight elite teams based on their performance in the 2023 ODI World Cup: India, Australia, New Zealand, England, South Africa, Bangladesh, and Afghanistan.

    Pakistan is currently the defending champion of the Champions Trophy. The Pakistan cricket team, led by former captain Sarfraz Ahmed, won the Trophy in England in 2017, defeating India in the final.

  • “Emotions, Complaints, Rebuttals: Lawmakers express outrage over arrests of PTI MNAs from prliament

    “Emotions, Complaints, Rebuttals: Lawmakers express outrage over arrests of PTI MNAs from prliament

    Discussion at the National Assembly (NA) turned heated following the arrest of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) lawmakers from the Parliament premises. At the same time, chairman PTI Barrister Gohar Khan announced a boycott of the NA proceeding.

    Commenting on the First Information Report (FIR) registered against PTI lawmakers based on a new Public Order Act, Barrister Gohar said that no other country has a law to register complaints against the delay of a rally.

    He cleared that complaints had been lodged against him for carrying a gun and pistols alongside him, raising the question of FIR authenticity.

    He stated that the rally was delayed amid road blockages, which prevented the Chief Minister (CM) of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP), Ali Amin Gandapur, from reaching the Sangjani area for the rally.

    Recording a party protest, Barrister stressed, “Except nine to ten PTI lawmakers, no other MNA would attend the NA proceedings until the September 10 inquiry.”

    Responding to Chairman Pakistan People’s Party (PPP) Bilawal Bhutto’s concerns about the PTI’s lawmaker resignation from Parliament, Gohar clarified: “Under no circumstance would the PTI resign from the parliament or any assembly, nor have we announced as such.”

    Federal Minister for Information and Broadcasting Atta Tarar has claimed that CCTV footage evidence shows no Member National Assembly (MNA) were arrested from parliament premises by federal capital police, which the opposition vehemently rejected.

    Responding to the MNA’s arrest from parliament premises, Bilawal said, “If the government functions only to plan who to arrest today, don’t be happy; we (all lawmakers) are next in the queue.”

    “Opposition shining his politics by the harsh language against journalists and judges,” he said.

    He said the PTI’s leadership can fight the case for Imran Khan but, in parliament, serve the people of Pakistan.

    “Constructively criticise the incumbent government instead of abusing,” he further advised.

    Defence Minister Khawaja Asif remarked, “No MNA would have been apprehended if CM KP Gandapur hadn’t used controversial language.”

    “Pakistan Muslim League (PML-N) and Pakistan People’s Party (PPP) leaders have been imprisoned in the past to save democracy, but why is there so much drama on Khan’s arrest?” he concluded.