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  • Natasha on Ice: What does it do to your body?

    Natasha on Ice: What does it do to your body?

    The presence of Ice was found in the urine samples of the accused woman who killed the father and daughter riding a motorcycle and injured a few others on Karsaz Road.

    ARY News has confirmed that the Ice found in her urine samples is Ice.

    How does Ice impact the body of the user?

    Ice, also known as crystal meth, is an illegal methamphetamine that stimulates the central nervous system and is primarily used as a recreational drug.

    The effect of meth is dependent on the person’s weight and health alongside the amount of the drug.

    What do people addicted to ice experience?

    • Hyperactiveness: Users feel more energised and alert, which can influence their sense of time and increase focus.
    • Euphoria and Confidence: Many users experience a sense of euphoria, increased self-esteem, and confidence. This can lead to overconfidence and risky behaviours.
    • Altered Perception: Meth can distort sensory perceptions, making colours seem more vivid and sound more intense. This might affect how the world looks and feels, potentially causing hallucinations or paranoia.
    • Intensified Emotions: Emotions can become exaggerated, leading to extreme feelings of happiness or, conversely, anxiety and agitation.
    • Impulsivity and Erratic Behavior: The drug can impair judgment, leading to impulsive and sometimes dangerous behaviour.
    • Physical Symptoms: Meth use can cause increased heart rate, elevated blood pressure, and other physical effects that might make the user feel unusually alert or physically stimulated.

    Read more: Karsaz accident case: All you need to know

  • Humayun Saeed’s cool reply to Firdaus Jamal’s hate

    Humayun Saeed’s cool reply to Firdaus Jamal’s hate

    Renowned actor Humayun Saeed has responded to veteran actor Firdous Jamal’s negative comments about him. Humayun Saeed agreed with Yasir Hussain’s Instagram story, where Yasir advised hosts to stop asking controversial questions.

    Yasir suggested that hosts should get a written statement from Firdous Jamal about Humayun Saeed and Mahira Khan and avoid bringing up these topics in live shows.

    Yaris Hussain wrote: “I love Humayun Saeed and he is the biggest film star of pakistan. But meri nazar mai Firdous Jamaal sahab bhi aik kamaal k adakaar hain. Is umer mai unhain show pe bula k khaas isi qisam k sawaal poochna munasib baat nahihai. In se aik hi baar stamp paper pe likhwa Len k woh mahira Aur humaiyon k bary mai kya sochty hai Aur baksh den”.

    Saeed reshared Hussain’s story and wrote, “Yes, to all the hosts”.

    With his recent remarks on Mahira Khan and Humayun Saeed, veteran actor Firdous Jamal has sparked controversy once more. Despite the backlash he received in the past, Jamal stands firm on his statements, particularly his criticism of Mahira Khan’s looks and acting skills.

    The conversation then shifted to Humayun Saeed, where the host asked, “Humayun Saeed, who is currently considered Pakistan’s most expensive actor and is seen as a pinnacle of acting in the country, often receives immense admiration from his fans. Given his stature, do you think his acting deserves higher recognition, or should we perhaps give him a bit more credit for his performances?”

    Firdous Jamal said, “Where does Humayun Saeed stand among the great actors? Is he in the league of legends like Marlon Brando or Stephen Boyd, I don’t think so.”

    The host Junaid Junaid Saleem said, “Sir, he charges a lot of money.”

    “Come on, even a prostitute charges money, so what’s the big deal if Humayun Saeed charges a lot,” Jamal replied.

  • Govt decides to increase Supreme Court judges to 23

    The federal government has decided to increase the number of Supreme Court judges to 23, which includes the Chief Justice of Pakistan, Qazi Faez Isa, Geo News reported.

    The government has submitted the amendment bill of The Supreme Court (Number of Judges) Act, 1997, to the National Assembly Secretariat today.

    PML-N member Danyal Chaudhary proposed the bill in the National Assembly. The bill stated that the larger number of Supreme Court judges would help ensure timely hearings and decisions despite the backlog of cases.

    According to the proposed bill, expertise is needed in cases related to cybercrime, environmental law, and global trade.

    In February 2024, the Law and Justice Commission of Pakistan released the Bi-Annual Report of Judicial Statistics from July to December 2023, reporting that pending cases reached a staggering 2.26 million figure.

  • Army officer seized PTV van to stop coverage of Nawaz Sharif’s Kakul visit, claims Senator Irfan Siddiqui

    Army officer seized PTV van to stop coverage of Nawaz Sharif’s Kakul visit, claims Senator Irfan Siddiqui

    Senior Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) member and senator Irfan Siddiqui has revealed on Hum News programme that when Nawaz Sharif was invited to Kakul Academy’s passing out parade as the chief guest in 2014, the PM’s live broadcast was taken off air by the army.

    Senator recalled, “It was soon after his [Gen Raheel} appointment in November 2013, and the passing out parade was in April (2014). The PM [Nawaz Sharif] invited me as well, along with some cabinet members.”

    Siddiqui said that when he returned home, his family members asked him why he wasn’t shown on TV.

    When the senator inquired from PML-N leader Pervez Rashid about their absence from live coverage, Rashid told Siddiqui: “Some officer had taken control of PTV’s van. He dictated what could go on live coverage and what couldn’t.”

    Irfan Siddiqui also stated that Pervez Rashid who was the federal minister of Information at the time wrote a letter to ISPR demanding an explanation but he did not get a reply.

    “At that time DG ISPR was Asim Saleem Bajwa. Bajwa created a whole machinery to create a greater than life public image of Gen Raheel and the Prime Minister could not be shown along with Gen Raheel,” said the PML-N leader.

    The senator stated that he was concerned at the fact that the new Army Chief was just appointed, so this incident alerted him.

  • What will Natasha be charged with now that an illegal substance has been found in her medical report?

    What will Natasha be charged with now that an illegal substance has been found in her medical report?

    The medical report of Natasha Danish, charged with the killing of a father-daughter duo in an accident in Karachi, has shown the presence of an illicit substance in her urine sample.

    Geo reported that the presence of a prohibited substance was found in the urine sample, however police has sealed the medical report for two to three days.

    The Current talked to lawyer and activist Jibran Nasir about the legal course of action available for the prosecution in light of the revelation. He explained that offences under the Provincial Motor Vehicle Ordinance 1965 would be added for driving under the influence of a prohibited drug. “Another section under the Control of Narcotics Substances Act 1997 (as amended in 2022) will be added for consumption of a drug,” he added.

    However, upon being asked if the nature of the case will change now, Jibran replied, “It will still remain manslaughter due to rash and negligent driving.”

    Explaining further, he asserted that “It cannot be termed a murder because the drugs were not consumed with the intention to run over somebody.”

    Notably, Natasha is still in police custody as a local court sent her on judicial remand for 14 days.

  • Kabhi haan, kabhi na; After Tarar says no extension of judges tenure, Sanaullah has different story

    Kabhi haan, kabhi na; After Tarar says no extension of judges tenure, Sanaullah has different story

    The Prime Minister’s Special Assistant on Political Affairs Rana Sanaullah has said that an extension in the tenure of High Court judges and bureaucrats is under consideration.

    His statement comes days after Information Minister Attaullah Tarar said that an extension in the Chief Justice of Pakistan’s tenure is not on the table.

    Speaking at the talk show ‘Redline with Talat Hussain’, Sanaullah said that the retirement date of High Court judges should be extended and fixed to sixty-five years of age from sixty-two years, and there is nothing wrong with it.

    He clarified that extending a Judge’s tenure can only be achieved through a parliamentary constitution amendment, a process that the government currently lacks the numbers to execute.

    Commenting on the next Chief Justice of Pakistan (CJP) announcement, Sanaullah said, “The next CJP announcement will be appointed on time.”

    He added, “Lately, the Government made the mistake of announcing the name of CJP Qazi Faez Isa too early; this time, the incumbent government doesn’t want to repeat the mistake.”

  • Ahmed Ali Akbar, Ramsha Khan to star in Hum TV’s newest production   

    Ahmed Ali Akbar, Ramsha Khan to star in Hum TV’s newest production   

    Hum TV’s new production features Ahmed Ali Akbar, Ramsha Khan and Hammad joining forces for an upcoming drama. Hum TV president and veteran visionary Sultana Siddiqui celebrates 50 years in the entertainment industry with her latest project. She is also the producer of the upcoming drama.

    The highly anticipated serial is directed by Mehreen Jabbar and written by Saji Gul.
    Siddiqui is known for her passion for the art of storytelling, she has directed notable dramas including Zara Si Aurat, Marvi, Yeh Zindagi, and Zindagi Gulzar Hai. Recently, she produced ‘Mann Jogi’, written by Zafar Mairaj and directed by Kashif Nisar.
     
    Ahmed Ali Akbar last appeared in Parizaad and Idiot. He starred in a film called Gunjal. Ramsha Khan’s last drama was Jannat Say Aagay and now she is starting her new drama Dunyiapur, which will on air on Green Entertainment.

  • When will Pakistanis have full access to internet?

    When will Pakistanis have full access to internet?

    Pakistan’s internet slowdown has been ongoing for over a month, and the Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) deadline for its restoration ended yesterday. The deadline has passed, and the internet remains disrupted.

    “The internet slowdown is due to the failure of two out of seven submarine cables. The rerouting of the AAE-1 cable is completed; after this, the internet services will be further improved.” read PTA’s statement.

    “The repair phase of the SMW4 cable is likely to be completed by October 2024, and internet services will be fully available after the completion of the second submarine cable,” PTA further added.

    The internet in Pakistan has been slow since July, which has caused many digital businesses to lose money and many freelancers to lose their jobs.

  • Father tries to poison children, wife in Lahore

    Father tries to poison children, wife in Lahore

    The head of a household in the Shahdara Town area of Lahore fed poisonous pills to his family.

    Local police say that the suspect fed poisonous pills to seven people, including his wife and children.

    However, the family was saved by timely medical assistance, and now they are out of danger.

    A spokesperson for the City Division Police told Geo News that the police immediately shifted the entire family to the hospital.

    The man said in his statement that he tried to poison his family because of poverty. “There is not a grain of food in the house, rent has not been paid for seven months. Tired of poverty, I poisoned my wife, children and myself,” he stated.

    The current state of inflation and poverty has pushed many over the edge. Previously, a 65-year-old woman, Razia Bibi, suffering from a hernia, jumped into a drain after her family received a high electricity bill. Another man identified as Sajid, a father of three, committed suicide in Chishtian after receiving a high electricity bill.

  • Dawid Malan is retiring from international cricket

    Dawid Malan is retiring from international cricket

    England batsman Dawid Malan has announced that he is retiring from international cricket.

    The 37-year-old cricketer last represented England in the 2023 ODI World Cup.

    He represented his country in 22 Tests, 30 ODIs and 62 T20 matches. He has the distinction of being the number one T20 batsman during his career.