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  • Ahmed Ali Butt makes outrageous claims about ‘Mera Jism, Meri Marzi’

    Ahmed Ali Butt makes outrageous claims about ‘Mera Jism, Meri Marzi’

    ‘Mera Jism Meri Marzi‘ has managed to ruffle more feathers than anything else and Ahmed Ali Butt has joined the bandwagon of those who are criticising the slogan without understanding it.

    In a lengthy message posted to social media, Butt said while he has no sympathies for Khalil ur Rehman Qamar or Marvi Sirmed, he has even little sympathy for the “people who exploit the so-called ‘Mera J Mery XYZ’, adding that it is a western campaign. The actor stated that “When it comes to women’s rights, Islam has the most rights and respect for women.”

    Shehzad Roy, Adnan Malik and activist Nayab Gohar Jan have perfectly explained the slogan for those who are still unable to understand the concept behind it.

    Earlier, singer Quratulain Balouch had passed a problematic statement regarding the Aurat March. She later explained her comment after Twitter schooled her for it.

    https://twitter.com/Quratulainb/status/1235637512736870401?s=20

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  • Indian political organisation plans ‘gaumutra party’ to fight coronavirus

    Indian political organisation plans ‘gaumutra party’ to fight coronavirus

    With the sixth case of coronavirus being confirmed in India, the Hindu Mahasabha — a political organisation formed to protect the rights of the Hindu community and to safeguard Hinduism — has decided to organise a gaumutra [cow urine] party to ensure that the virus doesn’t spread in New Delhi.

    As per the details, Party President Chakrapani Maharaj has told The Print that there was a need to create greater awareness among the people on “how cow urine and cow dung, besides consuming cow products, can help eliminate coronavirus”.

    “Just like we organise tea parties, we have decided to organise a gaumutra party, wherein we will inform people about what is coronavirus and how, by consuming cow-related products, people can be saved from it,” Maharaj, who heads one of the two factions of the Mahasabha, said.

    “The event will have counters that will provide gaumutra for people to consume. At the same time, we will also put cow products like cow-dung cakes and agarbatti made from that. Upon using these, the virus will die immediately.”

    The event will be first organised at Hindu Mahasabha Bhawan in Delhi, following which such ‘parties’ will be held across the country.

    “We are in touch with gaushalas (cow shelters) across the country, who can collaborate and work with us in our mission to eliminate corona,” he said, adding that coronavirus had come to India because some ministers angered it by publicly consuming chicken.

  • Veteran comedian, stage actor Amanullah passes away at 70

    Veteran comedian, stage actor Amanullah passes away at 70

    Veteran comedian and stage actor Amanullah on Friday passed away at the age of 70 after prolonged illness.

    Family sources and senior journalist Dr Shahid Masood also confirmed the news.

    https://twitter.com/Shahidmasooddr/status/1235820998357729280

    Amanullah had on March 3 once again been admitted to a private hospital in Lahore after his health deteriorated.

    He had been shifted to the hospital for the fourth time as his condition was not getting stable. He was suffering from multiple medical complexities such as lungs, kidneys and breathing issues.

    According to Amanullah’s family, he was admitted to hospital after his condition got precarious and that he was on ventilator.

    The family had also appealed to the actor’s fans to pray for his recovery.

  • Fawad Rana to sell Lahore Qalandars?

    Fawad Rana to sell Lahore Qalandars?

    Former Pakistan cricketer Tanvir Ahmed has said that Lahore Qalandars’ owner Fawad Rana might sell his franchise after another disappointing performance in the fifth edition of the Pakistan Super League (PSL), Cricket Pakistan reported.

    Islamabad United defeated Lahore Qalandars by 71 runs on Wednesday, which is the biggest victory margin, in terms of runs, in the history of the PSL. The previous biggest winning margin was 67 runs achieved by Quetta Gladiators against Karachi Kings in 2018.

    “If things don’t change, Fawad might sell his franchise to someone else. The franchise spends a lot of money every year and conducts nation-wide talent hunt trials but the team disappoints on the field every season,” said Ahmed in a YouTube video.

    “What’s the point of trials if the team does not perform?” he asked while also criticising Lahore’s decision to include opener Salman Butt in the lineup in Fakhar Zaman’s place.

    “Salman Butt is not a T20 specialist and it made no sense to include him in the playing XI at the expense of Fakhar Zaman,” he said, adding that Qalandars were doing pretty well in powerplay overs even with out-of-form Zaman not performing.  

    Lahore Qalandars, who are currently at the bottom of the PSL V table with just one win in five games, will next be playing defending champions Quetta Gladiators at 7 pm on Saturday. Their maiden and only win from Tuesday was also against Quetta.

  • After intense trolling, Mahira Khan temporarily deactivates Twitter account

    After the Khalil ur Rehman Qamar controversy, Mahira Khan took to Twitter to express her views on the issue and women’s rights. She also commented on why the Aurat March is important and why she is going to march on Sunday.

    Mahira then, temporarily deactivated her Twitter account, and Twitterati believe it is because of the massive backlash she was facing from twitter trolls about her positive stance on Aurat March.

    Mahira had beautifully stated why she was speaking up on behalf of Pakistani women and why there is a need for Pakistani women to be given a voice and a platform.

    She however, returned to the social media platform after a little while and hasn’t stated why her account had been deactivated.

  • Khalil ur Rehman says he will never work with Geo TV

    Khalil ur Rehman says he will never work with Geo TV

    Following Khalil ur Rehman Qamar’s abusive behaviour towards social activist and journalist Marvi Sirmed on live television, Geo Entertainment and 7th Sky Entertainment on Thursday announced that they had suspended their contract with the writer.

    VIDEO: Khalil ur Rehman Qamar abuses journalist Marvi Sirmed on live TV

    The television channel made the announcement on social media. The official statement by the channel said that the contract would remain suspended until Qamar apologises for his actions. It added that the company had entered into a non-exclusive agreement with the writer, similar to the ones he has with other TV channels. According to the contract, Qamar was to write four dramas and a movie for the channel.

    “Geo believes in exchange of ideas and promoting the culture of Live and Let Live (Geo our Jeenay do) we believe that everyone has the right to express their opinions and the culture of healthy debate should be encouraged,” read the statement.

    Following Geo’s announcement, Qamar responded by saying that he will not apologise for his comments and assured his followers that he will “not work with this institution for my life to come.”

    Meanwhile, celebrities, politicians and other members of the civil society lauded Geo for taking this step.

    https://twitter.com/KhoosatSarmad/status/1235598784119234560?s=20

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  • ‘Cabinet entitles MPs to 25 business class air tickets,’ report claims

    ‘Cabinet entitles MPs to 25 business class air tickets,’ report claims

    The Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) government has approved certain amendments to Section 10 of the Members of Parliament (Salaries and Allowances) Act, 1974, to ensure privileges for the members of parliament, including 25 business class air tickets for themselves and their families.

    According to reports, the federal cabinet during a meeting on February 25 approved the amendments to ensure perks to 446 lawmakers, which would cost taxpayers Rs300 million.

    The lawmakers will be able to avail 25 business class air tickets from the respective constituency to Islamabad or vouchers worth over Rs0.8m that could also be used by their family members for travel. These amendments would be presented in parliament for approval later on.

    They said that these amendments were proposed by the Parliamentary Affairs Division through a summary to the federal cabinet following the demands of some parliamentarians.

    The cabinet considered the summary titled ‘The Members of Parliament (Salaries and Allowances) (Amendment) Bill, 2020′ dated February 7, and approved the proposal given in the summary, the report said.

    Meanwhile, Federal Minister Fawad Chaudhry has differed on the claims made by the media report.

  • Young man dies while making TikTok video

    Young man dies while making TikTok video

    TikTok has claimed another life in India as a young man was killed while recording a video on the railway tracks. Vikas died on the spot after he was electrocuted by the tracks.

    According to reports, the incident took place in Haryana. The 25-year-old was making a video with his friends at 4 am when he climbed up the electrical pole for a better shot. He continued to climb higher and accidentally touched one of the high voltage wires overhead. He was the only casualty in the incident.

    When he died, his friends ran away. The body was there on the wire for almost two hours. Some passersby saw the body and informed the police.

    Government Railway Police (GRP) shut off the power and took down the body. The deceased was sent to a hospital.

    Meanwhile, the police have seized his mobile phone for investigation. They suspect that Vikas and his friends had been drunk when they attempted to make the TikTok video that sadly took his life.

    Vikas lived alone with his mother. His elder brother is currently serving a prison sentence while his father has passed away.

    TikTok related deaths are not uncommon in the sub-continent. Recently a teenager in Sialkot accidentally shot himself while making a TikTok video.

  • Prince William’s coronavirus joke draws criticism

    While most people are freaking out about the coronavirus outbreak, Prince William appears to be unfazed with the matter as he joked about the matter with healthcare workers on his recent visit to Ireland.

    According to CNN, the Duke of Cambridge joked about the virus on Tuesday while meeting emergency workers at a reception in Dublin hosted by Britain’s ambassador to Ireland.

    Speaking to an advance paramedic with the National Ambulance Service, William commented: “I bet everyone’s like ‘I’ve got coronavirus, I’m dying,’ and you’re like ‘no, you’ve just got a cough.’”

    The Prince further questioned whether the media blew the matter out of proportion.

    “It does seem quite dramatic about coronavirus at the moment. Is it being a little hyped up, do you think, by the media?” he remarked.

    In another video clip from the event the duke was heard saying: “By the way, the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge are spreading coronavirus, Sorry. We’re keeping an eye on that, so do tell us if we need to stop.”

    According to the UK’s Department of Health and Social Care, a total of 16,659 people have been tested for the coronavirus in the UK, of whom 85 have been confirmed as positive.

    William’s remarks came after it emerged that he and the duchess are following guidance from Public Health England on the coronavirus threat and that meant “business as usual” for now. The royal couple shook hands with dozens of people on the first day of their tour.

    Prince William’s comments irked many who commented that the virus was not a matter to joke about.

    Meanwhile, the Duchess of Cornwall Camilla Parker Bowles also passed a light comment on the matter.

  • Sammy steps down as Peshawar Zalmi captain

    Sammy steps down as Peshawar Zalmi captain

    Daren Sammy is no longer Peshawar Zalmi captain, he is now their head coach.

    Peshawar Zalmi’s official Twitter account made the announcement.

    Meanwhile, it is being reported that Wahab Riaz will now be captaining the team.

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    Sammy was rested in the Zalmi’s last game against Karachi Kings on Monday. The decision was allegedly taken after Sammy’s struggled for form and fitness because of which Zalmi have descended to the fifth position on the PSL 2020 points table. Former Zalmi head coach Mohammad Akram had held a press conference in which he explained that resting players is nothing new, adding that Sammy was given a break to “work on his form and fitness.”