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  • Gold price increases by Rs1,200 to Rs246,800 per tola

    Gold price increases by Rs1,200 to Rs246,800 per tola

    On Thursday, gold prices in Pakistan saw a notable increase, reflecting global market dynamics. According to the Karachi Sarafa Association, 24-karat gold was priced at Rs246,800 per tola, marking a Rs1,200 rise per tola.

    Notably, despite this uptick, the price remains Rs2,500 below its actual cost due to prevailing economic conditions impacting purchasing power.

    For 10-gramme quantities, the price of 24-karat gold stood at Rs211,591, up by Rs1,029 per tola. Meanwhile, 22-karat gold was quoted higher at Rs193,959 per 10 grammes.

    In contrast, silver prices remained steady within the domestic market. The price of 24-karat silver was reported at Rs2,900 per tola and Rs2,486 per 10 grammes.

    Internationally, spot gold prices near $2,382 per ounce showed a modest increase of $9.6 or 0.41 per cent from the previous session.

    This latest movement in precious metal prices underscores both local economic factors influencing consumer buying power and broader global trends impacting commodity markets.

  • Mawra Hocane says goodbye to ‘Let’s Try Mohabbat’ in emotional Instagram post

    Mawra Hocane says goodbye to ‘Let’s Try Mohabbat’ in emotional Instagram post

    Mawra Hocane recently took to Instagram to say goodbye to her popular rom-com sitcom, Let’s Try Mohabbat. She shared a delightful series of behind-the-scenes moments for her fans.

    “A little late but here’s the #LTM dump you’ve all been asking for… thank you for giving Fizza so much love!” Mawra wrote, filled with gratitude. She added, “I loved experimenting with this over-the-top character & your love has solidified my confidence to keep attempting different characters.”
    “She was crazy and I loved being a bit of crazy with her. Girls like Fizza who add light to everyone’s life deserve all the happiness in the world and the happy ending she got!” Mawra continued.

    Among the photos in her post, fans found candid snaps and on-set moments. One heartwarming black-and-white photo captured Mawra’s infectious smile, while another showed her gazing dreamily into the eyes of her co-star, Daniyal Zafar.

    A candid shot featuring Gohar Rasheed and other cast members added to the nostalgic vibes. To top it off, a brief clip showed Mawra in action, including a snapshot of the shooting equipment, giving fans a peek behind the scenes.

  • Hasan Raheem clarifies context behind viral shopkeeper assault video

    Hasan Raheem clarifies context behind viral shopkeeper assault video

    A video of a group of girls aggressively beating a shopkeeper has gone viral on social media, leading many celebrities and citizens to call for their arrest. Today, singer Hasan Raheem released a statement on Instagram, offering background information and clarifying that the women in the video were the victims, not the perpetrators.

    “Salam everyone. I would like to clarify a few things from the last video. Some facts have come up after we got accounts from the people who were present there,” Hasan began.

    He urged people to be cautious before reacting without context. “It’s very easy to blame someone without understanding the full context. These girls are getting death threats from random people and we need to make sure this situation doesn’t escalate from here,” he added.

    Hasan explained that the shopkeeper had been making lewd remarks towards the women, which led to the altercation. “These girls are not the daughters of a lawyer, and this has been confirmed by multiple sources. The shopkeeper referred to them as prostitutes on night duty. You can see him smirking in the video after remarking,” Hasan shared.

    He continued, “When the girls questioned him, he retaliated and abused them. The girls shouldn’t have raised their hands on him; they should have called the police. The person speaking in the video has also apologized for not telling the full truth.”

    In a second post, Hasan expressed concern about people quickly jumping to conclusions without understanding the full story. “It is so easy to jump on the bandwagon and begin slandering someone,” he said.

    “It was not right for them to get physical, but there is a limit to how long one can stay silent in such a situation,” Hasan added. “Women in this country are very aware of their security issues. Learn to take care of your mothers and sisters so they won’t have to take matters into their own hands next time.”

  • Is Cartoon Network really shutting down?

    Is Cartoon Network really shutting down?

    Fans of Cartoon Network were shocked when rumors spread about the beloved channel closing down. Social media was flooded with posts on X (formerly Twitter) where people shared their favorite childhood memories of the channel. Despite the rumors, the good news is that Cartoon Network is not shutting down.

    The speculations started when an X account ‘Animation Workers Ignited’ posted a tweet stating, “Cartoon Network is dead?!?! Spread the word about what’s at stake for animation!!! Post about your favorite Cartoon Network shows using #RIPCartoonNetwork Active members of TAG can help by filling out your survey! Today (7/8) is the last day!”

    As the hashtag gathered popularity, there were reports going around that Cartoon Network was closing down for good. However, these claims are not true and have been completely rejected by the channel.

    In a statement, Cartoon Network clarified, “Cartoon Network would like to clarify that there is no truth to the speculation that the network or the studio is shutting down. With a number of recently announced greenlights, we remain committed to continually investing in innovative content that entertains and inspires our viewers across the globe.”

    The post talked about the struggles of animation workers, like unemployment and money problems, even though they worked hard during the pandemic. When COVID-19 hit, the animation industry continued making shows remotely, making it one of the few forms of entertainment that didn’t stop. But now, many animators are without jobs, with some unemployed for over a year.

  • KP to provide free solar panels to low-income families

    KP to provide free solar panels to low-income families

    Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) government has decided to provide two KV solar panels to poor families in the province, ARY News reported on Wednesday.

    Muzammil Aslam, the provincial advisor for Finance, told journalists that the KP government will provide one lakh solar systems to poor families.

    “The government will also provide electric wires and inverter fans with panels in a package,” Muzammil Aslam said.

    The advisor also stated that more than 90 power plants have been installed in the province, with electricity for six to seven rupees per unit.

    “Wapda is demanding Rs 27 per unit price for supplying electricity to consumers,” the provincial advisor stated. “We will also lay down the province’s own electricity transmission line,” he remarked.

  • ‘Aisi baaten hi na karo jin par dar ho’; Rana Sanaullah on call tapping

    ‘Aisi baaten hi na karo jin par dar ho’; Rana Sanaullah on call tapping

    Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif’s Adviser on Political and Public Affairs Rana Sanaullah, appearing on the Geo News programme Capital Talk, has stated that people shouldn’t engage in such controversial conversations that lead to fear that their calls are being tapped.

    The federal government has authorised the country’s top spy agency, Inter-Services Intelligence (ISI), to intercept and trace calls and messages to apprehend an offence against national security.

    “If somebody is worried over their conversations being ‘heard’, then they should not engage in such verbal exchanges to begin with,” Sanaullah reiterated, echoing the government’s stance on the issue.

    “If the content of my call is something I cannot face, something I cannot defend or something that I can be blackmailed over – then I shouldn’t be engaging in that in the first place,” said the advisor.

  • Fans rally behind Ayesha Jehanzeb after domestic abuse incident

    Fans rally behind Ayesha Jehanzeb after domestic abuse incident

    Television host Ayesha has accused her husband Haris Ali of domestic abuse. They are currently married and have two children together. On Tuesday, Ayesha went to the police station with a bruised face to file a report against Haris. Her daughter Zoha accompanied her. In an interview with Samaa TV, Ayesha revealed that this is the third time in six months that Haris has beaten her. The issues between the couple reportedly started after Haris’s secret marriage.

    Many people, including celebrities and social media users, are showing their support for Ayesha, calling her brave for dealing with abuse and continuing her work. Prominent figures like Reham Khan, Hina Pervaiz Butt, and Sania Aashiq have expressed their strong support for her. The shocking images Ayesha shared on social media have also drawn widespread sympathy and support from the public.

    Check the tweets below:

  • Consumers not receiving electricity units at basic rate: Court hears petition

    Consumers not receiving electricity units at basic rate: Court hears petition

    The Lahore High Court has issued a written order for the previous hearing of a petition filed against the imposition of protective and non-protective tariffs on electricity consumers.

    The Supreme Court ordered the public prosecutor to appear with instructions at the next hearing.

    The written order said that according to the petitioner, tariffs related to electricity units have been imposed on the consumers.

    In the written order of the Lahore High Court, it has been said that according to the petitioner, electricity units are not being given to consumers as per the basic rate.

    Yesterday, the Lahore High Court issued a notice to National Electric Power Regulatory Authority (NEPRA) on the petition against the exorbitant increase in the electricity bills of more than 200 units on the basis of protective and non-protective tariffs and sought its response at the next hearing.

    Justice Risal Hasan Syed further questioned on what basis the prices of electricity have been increased.

  • India will not visit Pakistan; Champions Trophy to be hybrid model, claims Indian media

    India will not visit Pakistan; Champions Trophy to be hybrid model, claims Indian media

    Indian media has stirred up uncertainty surrounding Champions Trophy, claiming that the Indian team may not travel to Pakistan for the tournament.

    Pakistan is hosting the International Cricket Council (ICC) Champions Trophy 2025, scheduled for February or March 2025.

    Pakistan has also shared the schedule with the ICC, according to which all India matches will be held at the Gaddafi Stadium in Lahore.

    According to the schedule, the match between traditional rivals Pakistan and India will be held on March 1st at the Gaddafi Stadium, but the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has not yet confirmed or denied the Indian team’s trip to Pakistan.

    The Champions Trophy was last played in 2017, which Pakistan won by defeating India.

    However, now the neighbouring country’s media is claiming that some matches of the Champions Trophy will be held in the United Arab Emirates or Sri Lanka on a hybrid model. However, the Indian government will take the final decision.

    Chairman of the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) Mohsin Naqvi has clarified that Pakistan is ready to host the event and that the entire tournament will be played in Pakistan. The matter will be further discussed in the upcoming ICC meeting in Sri Lanka at the end of July.

    No bilateral series had been played between Pakistan and India since 2013, and the Indian team has not come to Pakistan to play in any tournament since 2008.

  • PML-N is incapable of running government, says Asif Zardari

    PML-N is incapable of running government, says Asif Zardari

    Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) Punjab leadership has expressed concerns against the federal and provincial governments in a meeting with Pakistan’s President Asif Ali Zardari, ARY News reported on Wednesday.

    PPP Punjab leaders stated after a huddle that provincial and federal governments are not cooperating with the party and that it is not getting its rights.
    Ticket holders told Zardari that the issues of their constituencies are not being solved.

    “We also received votes, and the people of our constituencies have to be satisfied,” the leaders told the President who remarked that Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) cannot run the government.

    “Now I have returned to the ground myself, and uplift works will be carried out from Islamabad to Lahore. No political party can compete with the PPP,” Asif Zardari remarked.