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  • How a trip to Hunza started the love story between Anzela, Tashfeen

    How a trip to Hunza started the love story between Anzela, Tashfeen

    Actress Anzela Abbasi, the daughter of Javeria Abbasi and Shamoon Abbasi, recently appeared in ‘Good Morning Pakistan’ hosted by Nida Yasir.
    The host asked, “How did you two first meet? Was it through something like therapy, or did you just happen to meet Tashfeen by chance?”

    Anzela Abbasi said, “I met Tashfeen on a trip to Hunza with a large group of friends, and we became friends, but we only kept in touch sporadically. It wasn’t until we reconnected two years later that our friendship blossomed into something more. Tashfeen confessed his feelings for me, and I felt the same way. Our parents were thrilled about our relationship, and my mother was particularly fond of Tashfeen as a partner for me.”

    They also discussed the backlash Anzela received for wearing a white bridal dress. She said, “I know red doesn’t look good on me, and even my family members suggested I wear a red dress, but I did what made me happy and enjoyed my wedding day. I also want to say that it’s terrible how people troll and criticize others on their wedding day, causing them pain on what should be a joyful occasion.”

  • Chaudhry Parvez Elahi released from Kot Lakhpat jail after months

    Chaudhry Parvez Elahi released from Kot Lakhpat jail after months

    Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) president Chaudhry Parvez Elahi was released on Tuesday after being detained in Lahore’s Kot Lakhpat jail for months, Geo has reported.

    The development comes after the Lahore High Court (LHC) approved the bail of the senior politician in the Punjab Assembly illegal recruitment case. Justice Sultan Tanvir of the LHC announced the decision on Elahi’s bail request.

    After the release, the PTI president reached his residence in Lahore.

    Parvez Elahi was arrested after May 9 events, when authorities cracked down on the opposition party.

    Earlier last year, on May 9, violent protests erupted after the arrest of PTI founder and former Prime Minister Imran Khan.

    The protesters attacked public and private properties, including military installations, in multiple cities across the country. In prominent locations, General Headquarters (GHQ) Rawalpindi and Jinnah House Lahore are included, where violent protesters attacked.

    However, the PTI president said that the people of Gujarat “had to suffer a lot of abuse and cruelty”. He also stated that PTI’s mandate was stolen in his home city. “We will not talk to [Chaudhry] Shujaat sahib’s children until our mandate is given back to us.”

    “I was, am, and will stand with the founder of PTI,” he added.

  • Big upset: USA defeats Bangladesh by five wickets in first T20

    Big upset: USA defeats Bangladesh by five wickets in first T20

    In a huge upset before T20 World Cup, USA defeated Bangladesh by five wickets in the first T20 International match of the series.

    USA has won the first victory against an International Cricket Council (ICC) T20 top 10 ranking team.

    In the match played in Houston yesterday, Bangladesh batted first and scored 153 runs for the loss of 6 wickets.

    Tawheed was prominent by playing an innings of 58 runs while Mohammad Riaz scored 31, Soumya Sarkar 20, Liton Das 14 and Shakib Al Hasan scored 6 runs.

    USA achieved the target of 154 runs for the loss of 5 wickets three balls earlier.

    On behalf of America, Harmeet Singh played a great innings of 33 runs and played an important role in the success, while Corey Anderson scored 34 runs and Steven Taylor scored 28 runs.

  • Ushna Shah has interesting opinions on ‘delaying marriage’ for a guy

    Ushna Shah has interesting opinions on ‘delaying marriage’ for a guy

    Famous actor Ushna Shah has shared crucial marriage advice for young women. She suggests they should never wait for a guy to be ready for marriage.
    In a recent podcast with ‘FHM’, Ushna said girls shouldn’t wait for a guy to be ready for marriage. “So many girls waste their time,” she said. “If a guy wants to marry you, he will. That’s it. There are no ifs or buts.”

    She continued to say, “Something I learned late in my life but feel grateful for knowing now—that we have a biological clock ticking, unlike men. I’m not saying don’t focus on your career or rush into marriage. What I mean is, if a guy is wasting your time, don’t let him,” advised the actor. “If you have to delay marriage, do it for your career, your parents, or yourself, but never for a guy. If a guy is making an idiot out of you, don’t let him.”

    “Girls, here’s another thing: don’t send long messages to a guy after a breakup. If he’s hurting you or cheating on you, the best thing is to vanish from his life. Don’t even talk to him; disappear, as if you were never there,” she suggested.

    Shah ended her advice by saying, “Stop wasting your years, time, emotions, and mental health on other people. Nobody is worth it.”

  • No, Mahira’s husband Salim is NOT a 66-year-old tycoon

    No, Mahira’s husband Salim is NOT a 66-year-old tycoon

    We all swooned over superstar Mahira Khan’s wedding last year, delighting in all the details, from the venue to the clothes. But very few people knew much about the groom Salim Karim.

    Well, Mahira herself has decided to set the record straight on some rumors that were floating around.

    The actress had an interesting chat with Aamna Haider Isani on her YouTube channel. The host brought up the topic of Mahira’s different wedding looks, from her beautiful nikah outfit to her stunning valima sari. Moreover, the actress also cleared the air about Salim’s profession.

    Mahira categorically stated that her husband isn’t a business tycoon nor is he 66-years-old. “He is not a tycoon, 66-year-old tycoon! Bechara, my Bechara. Not even close to being a tycoon or 66, but Insha Allah one day, who knows?”

  • Does Kiran Malik resemble a Bollywood superstar?

    Does Kiran Malik resemble a Bollywood superstar?

    Actress Kiran Malik recently appeared on ‘Aap Ki Kahani’ hosted by Deepak Parwani. During the rapid-fire segment, the host asked, “What’s the worst pickup line someone has ever tried on you?”

    Kiran Malik said, “Many people tell me that I resemble Bollywood actress Anushka Sharma.”

    In response, Parwani agreed, saying, “Yes, indeed, people are telling the truth.”

  • Pakistani news channel’s hilarious mistake skewered on social media

    Pakistani news channel’s hilarious mistake skewered on social media

    Private news channel GTV made a hilarious mistake as they shared a tweet as a statement from a Hezbollah leader’s son; whereas the tweet was actually from a common netizen on Twitter.

    GTV mistook netizen Hadi Nasrallah as the son of Hezbollah leader Syed Hassan Narallah and this has unleashed a laughing riot on Twitter.

    It was even retweeted by Indians.

    Azeem Sabzwari tweeted the video to which Hadi replied, “Making my dad proud all the way to Pakistan.”

    People quipped if he really is the son and he jokingly replied, “I mean…no point to hide it now.”

  • ICC considers changing Champions Trophy format

    ICC considers changing Champions Trophy format

    The International Cricket Council (ICC) is considering changing the format of Champions Trophy 2025 from ODI to T20.

    According to a Cricbuzz report, important discussions were held between stakeholders, including broadcasters, at the ICC headquarters.

    The meeting suggested that the Champions Trophy event should be played in the T20 format instead of 50 overs, with figures presented showing that the 50 overs format has seen a 20 percent drop in attendance since the 2019 World Cup.

    Broadcasters prefer the one-day format due to advertising, but the chances of selling slots are low.

    The upcoming Champions Trophy in Pakistan is likely to be held between February and mid-March next year, while the biggest challenge for the organizers is to find a window of 17-18 days allotted for the eight-team Champions Trophy.

    The ICC has sold the rights to the event in ODI format.

    On the other hand, the top officials of the ICC are determined to hold the Champions Trophy 2025 in the ODI format.

  • Par ko lag gaye par; auction of most expensive feather in the world

    Par ko lag gaye par; auction of most expensive feather in the world

    An ancient bird’s feather has been auctioned for a whooping USD 28 thousand 365 (more than PKR 79 lakh).

    The feather of the Huia bird of New Zealand has earned the title of the most expensive feather in the world. The bird was known for its chirping and had black and white stripes on its tail.

    It was last seen in 1907, but scientists believe it went extinct in the 1920s.

    However, on Monday, 116 years after the last confirmed sighting of the bird, the huia feather was sold at Webb’s Auction House in Auckland.

    The auction house did not release details of the person who bought the feather, only saying that the person is from New Zealand.

    The bird is an extinct species now and when it was put up for auction, it was expected to sell for $2,000 to $3,000.

    Going beyond expectation, it broke the record of $8,400 that was set in 2010 that too with a bird’s feather.

    The one that has been auctioned now weighs 9 grams and thus has become more valuable than gold because the price of one gram of gold is 127 dollars while the price of one gram of silver is 5169 dollars as per The Guardian.

  • Gold price plummets by Rs1,900 per tola in Pakistan amid global decline

    Gold price plummets by Rs1,900 per tola in Pakistan amid global decline

    Gold prices in Pakistan fell on Tuesday, reflecting a drop in international rates. The price of gold per tola in the local market declined by Rs1,900, settling at Rs248,500, according to the All Pakistan Gems and Jewellers Sarafa Association (APGJSA).

    Similarly, the price of 10 grammes of gold decreased by Rs1,630, bringing it down to Rs21,048.

    This decline comes after a significant increase on Monday, when gold prices surged by Rs2,300 per tola in Pakistan.

    Internationally, the gold rate saw a decrease on Tuesday. According to APGJSA, the global price of gold was set at $2,418 per ounce, inclusive of a $20 premium, following a $21 drop during the day.

    In contrast, silver prices remained unchanged, holding steady at Rs2,850 per tola.

    Just last month, gold prices in Pakistan reached a record high of Rs252,200 per tola, marking an all-time peak in the local market.