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  • PTI statements against General Asim Munir, his family are ‘heartbreaking’, says PM Shehbaz

    Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif chaired a federal cabinet meeting today in which the Premier strongly condemned critical posts being posted by the “official website of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) against the COAS General Asim Munir and his family.”

    “From the official website of PTI, the kind of things that are being said against Army Chief General Asim Munir and his family, the eyes have never seen such a heartbreaking scene,” remarked Sharif in the cabinet meeting today.

    He stressed that it is utterly important that there is “no tolerance for any moves against our nation, its people and the Army Chief.”

    The Prime Minister remarked that many sacrifices have been made by the officers and soldiers to protect the country.

  • Khaqan’s Shahnawaz sweet confession on Mazaq Raat steals Ayesha’s heart

    Khaqan’s Shahnawaz sweet confession on Mazaq Raat steals Ayesha’s heart

    Khaqan’s Shahnawaz sweet confession on Mazaq Raat steals Ayesha’s heart

    From his days as social media influencer to his ongoing run as an actor, Khaqan Shahnawaz has been known for his captivating smile and charming on-screen presence. However a sweet revelation on Mazaq Raat has taken his popularity to new levels.
    During the show the cohost Ayesha asked, “Iss young hero ka crush kis pe hai?”
    To which Shahnawaz replied with a smile, “Aap pe” (on you). Ayesha’s reaction to Khaqan’s response was priceless, and the moment is trending on social media.

    Khaqan Shahnawaz has starred in dramas Barhwaan Khiladi and College Gate. His recent project was Sukoon.

  • Apple is working on first foldable iPhone

    Apple will likely introduce its first foldable iPhone as early as 2026, marking the biggest hardware design overhaul for the company’s most popular product, The Information reported on Tuesday.

    The California-based company’s plan to release a foldable iPhone could mimic a similar move by Samsung Electronics, which entered the foldable segment in 2019 with a significant hardware design refresh to attract new customers.

    The company has approached suppliers in Asia to make components for the device, and the makers have created an internal codename, V68.

    This feature is expected to boost iPhone demand, which is facing stiff competition from Honor and Huawei in China and Samsung globally.

    Samsung unveiled its latest foldable smartphones in early July, making its priciest flagship model lighter and thinner with new AI functions.

    Apple also plans to upgrade the camera on at least one iPhone model, which will let users control the size of the aperture with a mechanical system, potentially allowing users to create a depth-of-field effect.

    The report also states that Apple has officially yet to announce a foldable iPhone, so there is no guarantee that it will be released.

  • US expresses concern over PTI leaders’ arrest

    US expresses concern over PTI leaders’ arrest

    United States State Department spokesperson Matthew Miller held a press briefing in Washington today expressing “concerns” over the arrest of opposition party Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) leaders while urging the government to respect human rights and democratic principles.

    “We have seen the reports of the arrests of PTI leaders. We are always concerned when we see arrests of opposition leaders,” stated the spokesperson.

    His remarks came after the recent arrest of PTI’s information secretary Raoof Hasan, for allegedly heading a “digital media cell responsible for international propaganda against the state of Pakistan.”

    Raoof Hasan was taken into custody by Islamabad Police on Monday from the PTI’s Central Secretariat in Islamabad while the police also seized some computers from the place.

    Geo News reported that charges under the Prevention of Electronic Crimes Act (PECA) have been filed against 12 PTI workers, including Hasan.

  • Watch: Sunanda Sharma surprises fans at Naseebo Lal’s UK concert

    Watch: Sunanda Sharma surprises fans at Naseebo Lal’s UK concert

    Fans were delighted when Indian singer Sunanda Sharma made a surprise appearance at Pakistani singer Naseebo Lal’s live concert in the United Kingdom.

    Concert attendees were taken aback by Sunanda Sharma’s unexpected arrival, showering her with love.

    Sharma emerged from the crowd, eagerly took to the stage, and hugged Naseebo Lal in the middle of her performance. The Pakistani songstress praised her Indian colleague’s talent and welcomed her warmly.

    Sharma responded, saying, “Just like a boy falls in love with a girl, I am in love with Naseebo Lal.”

    She explained that when she heard about the concert in Birmingham, she rushed from London to be there because she didn’t want to miss it.

    @1moviebox Sunanda Sharma attends Naseebo Lal show in Birmimgham – a dream come true #sunandasharma #naseebolal #naseebolaluk #naseebolaluktour #birmingham @Sunanda Sharma @Naseebo Lal Official ♬ original sound – Moviebox Record Label

  • President Zardari ratifies Christian Marriage Amendment Act, raises marriage age to 18

    President Zardari ratifies Christian Marriage Amendment Act, raises marriage age to 18

    President Asif Ali Zardari has ratified the Christian Marriage Amendment Act 2024, increasing the minimum age of marriage within the Christian community to 18 years.

    According to Dawn News, Federal Minister for Religious Affairs Chaudhry Salik and representatives of the Christian community participated in a ceremony held at the President’s House to mark the occasion.

    During the ceremony, the President welcomed members of the Christian community to the President’s House, emphasizing their equal status as Pakistanis.

    Previously, the minimum marriage age in the Christian community was 16 years for men and 13 years for women. With the amendment of the Christian Marriage Amendment Act 2024, the minimum marriage age has been uniformly set to 18 years.

    The President expressed his intention to increase quotas for minorities in government jobs, including the police force.

    He also addressed broader societal issues, stating, “Challenges exist everywhere, and we must resolve them collectively. Extremism and sectarianism have no place in our society.”

  • Govt has ‘made up its mind’ to ban PTI, says Tarar

    Govt has ‘made up its mind’ to ban PTI, says Tarar

    The government is as determined as ever to ban opposition party Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) after party founder Imran Khan told journalists in Adiala Jail that he called for protests outside GHQ, Rawalpindi.

    The government is interpreting Khan’s statement as an admission of guilt, while PTI leaders have been claiming that Khan meant a “peaceful protest.”

    Federal Minister of Information Atta Tarar said, “We have principally decided to ban PTI but are waiting for a broader consensus to impose the ban.”

    Earlier, when the government announced its decision to ban PTI, the ruling government’s ally party, the Pakistan People’s Party (PPP), distanced itself from the decision as it wasn’t consulted.

  • ‘I wish I had spoken more’; Radhika Madan’s emotional tribute to Irfan Khan

    ‘I wish I had spoken more’; Radhika Madan’s emotional tribute to Irfan Khan

    From TV screens to cinematic success, Radhika Madan’s journey has been remarkable, and her recent film Sarfira with Akshay Kumar has put her in the spotlight. During an interview with ETimes, Radhika Madan recalled her experience of working with the late great Irrfan Khan on the sets of Angrezi Medium.

    “I was watching the film to show my friend who had never seen it before, and I couldn’t help but wonder if I would ever be able to make a movie like that. It was Irrfan Sir that came to mind.”

    The actress revealed that she used to be really reserved on set and made an effort to give Irrfan Khan space.
    “I was just focusing on my character and wanted to see him as just my father. I thought I would have a lot of time with him to discuss movies, acting, and craft after the film, but he was going through so much. I never spoke unless I was spoken to,” Madan added.

    In Angrezi Medium, Radhikka played Irrfan’s daughter, receiving appreciation from audiences as well as critics.
    Irrfan Khan passed away on April 29, 2020, after battling with a neuroendocrine tumor for several months.

  • Umar Akmal will wear what he likes and you can’t troll him into becoming boring

    Umar Akmal will wear what he likes and you can’t troll him into becoming boring

    We want the confidence Umar Akmal has. The Pakistani former wicket-keeper batsman boldly shares the kind of photos most people would hesitate to put up on social media.

    The flamboyant cricketer has now shared a picture on Instagram wearing a colourful printed ‘co-ord’ dress with the caption: “Life is too short to wear boring clothes.”

    Wisely, he closed the comments on Instagram, but social media users started trolling him on his X account.

    Earlier, he was trolled by social media for sharing a picture showcasing his fitness.

    Don’t let the trolls get to you, Umar. Shine on, you crazy diamond.

  • PCB tasks ICC with bringing India to Pakistan

    PCB tasks ICC with bringing India to Pakistan

    Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has handed over the responsibility of bringing the Indian cricket team to Pakistan for the Champions Trophy to the International Cricket Council (ICC) after handing over the schedule and format to the council.

    India’s matches will be held in Lahore, and even if they reach the finals, they will have to play at Gaddafi Stadium. On the other hand, the budget approved by the ICC for the Champions Trophy also includes ancillary expenses. The purpose of ancillary costs is to hold the matches at another venue in case the Indian team does not come to Pakistan.

    The Champions Trophy will be held in Pakistan next year, but India has yet to confirm. After discussions with participating member states, the council must now finalize the tournament as soon as possible.

    PCB has already written to the ICC about all the financial details, including the payment of revenue. On the other hand, the ICC is waiting for confirmation from the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI).

    In 2023, the Indian team refused to come to Pakistan to participate in the Asia Cup. India had to play the matches in Sri Lanka by adopting a hybrid model. This time, Pakistan is rejecting the possibility of using the hybrid model in the Champions Trophy.

    A few days ago, the Indian media claimed that the blue-shirt matches at the event would be shifted to another venue, Sri Lanka or UAE, but the vice president of BCCI, Rajeev Shukla, denied these claims.