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  • Bushra Ansari connection with husband’s children is so wholesome

    Bushra Ansari connection with husband’s children is so wholesome

    Renowned actress Bushra Ansari recently shared a heartfelt revelation in her latest vlog, announcing her marriage to Iqbal Hussain. Despite being married for a few years, Ansari had kept her marriage private to avoid societal judgment. However, she felt it was time to introduce her husband to her fans.

    In her vlog, Ansari discussed the importance of transcending age differences, praising her husband’s maturity. She emphasized that a strong marriage requires mutual understanding and the ability to overcome past challenges, which both she and Iqbal have faced in their previous relationships.

    Ansari also spoke warmly about her relationship with her husband’s sons, who are now studying in Canada. She shared the close bond they have developed with her own daughter, who resides in the same neighborhood. Ansari highlighted how their shared experiences, including having a grandson around the same age, have strengthened their family ties.

    Furthermore, Ansari candidly addressed the sensitive topic of divorce, acknowledging that sometimes relationships simply do not work out despite efforts to make them succeed. She emphasized the emotional toll of divorce, stressing that “no one enters marriage with the intention of ending it.”

  • Friend kills 17-year-old for eating his girlfriend’s burger

    Friend kills 17-year-old for eating his girlfriend’s burger

    A 17-year-old young man was allegedly killed by his close friend for eating a zinger burger the suspect had ordered for his ‘girlfriend’, the police investigation has concluded in Karachi.

    The victim was identified as Ali Kerio, son of Javed Kerio, a Karachi District South sessions judge, while the suspect shooter, Daniyal Nazeer Mir Bahar, is the son of Nazir Ahmed Mir Bahar, a retired Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP), reports Danial Syed of Geo News.

    As per initial investigations, Daniyal invited his girlfriend, Shazia, to his house — located in Karachi’s Defence Housing Authority (DHA) Phase V — where his friend Ali Kerio and his brother Ahmar Kerio were also present. The suspect ordered two zinger burgers for himself and Shazia, but Ali purportedly consumed half of one burger, which enraged Daniyal so much that he seized his security guard’s assault rifle and opened fire on Ali, who later succumbed to gunshot injuries on the way to the hospital.

    The unfortunate incident happened on Feburary 8.

    The investigating officer (IO) has submitted the report to higher authorities, implicating the police officer’s son in the crime. Daniyal is currently in jail as the legal proceedings of the case continue.

  • Nawazuddin Siddiqui’s daughter joins acting school

    Nawazuddin Siddiqui’s daughter joins acting school

    Bollywood actor Bollywood thespian Nawazuddin Siddiqui’s daughter has enrolled in an acting school.
    Despite not having a film background himself, Nawazuddin made a name for himself in the industry as one of its most talented actors. Now, he wants his daughter, Shora Siddiqui, to join the film world too.

    In an interview, he said he wished for her to follow his footsteps. Nawazuddin and his wife have resolved their differences for the sake of their children.
    “I want for Shora to achieve her dreams. At 13-years-old, she’s ready to excel in the performing arts.”

    He added, “I’ve enrolled her in an acting school. If she chooses to pursue acting as a profession, I want her to be a skilled actress.”
    Nawazuddin also said that acting is an art, and he will always support her in every possible way.

  • Bella Hadid’s sweet birthday message for sister Gigi

    Bella Hadid’s sweet birthday message for sister Gigi

    Supermodel Bella Hadid has a strong presence on social media, where she shares glimpses of her glamorous life and personal interests.
    Earlier this week, on April 23, Bella Hadid took to Instagram to share birthday wishes for her sister Gigi Hadid on her 29th birthday, accompanied by childhood photos of the two together.

    “Happy birthday, princess of Genovia! I love you so much,” Bella wrote. “Life without you would be nothing; I would be nothing! You inspire me and make me feel strong. Watching you give birth and then raise the most perfect angel is the most magical gift a sister could ask for. I feel so lucky. You are the best & coolest mama, best sister, best daughter, and best friend.”

    She continued “Anyone who has the privilege to be in your orbit is lucky, indeed! I love you sissy, you make me feel proud to be your sister. I’m obsessed with you in every single way! @gigihadid my jelly, giggles, sissy pantelones for life,”
    In this collection of nostalgic snapshots from their childhood and teenage years, Bella lovingly describes Gigi as her ‘built-in best friend’.

  • Maryam Nawaz wants more women in police department

    Maryam Nawaz wants more women in police department

    Chief Minister (CM) of Punjab Maryam Nawaz addressed the passing-out parade ceremony at Chuhng Police Training College, giving in a speech in which she said that the government wants more women in the police department.

    “I salute you all. I am happy the first sword of honour has been awarded to a woman police officer. I am proud of you. I was waiting for this event since taking the oath as chief minister,” she remarked.

    She stated that she is happy to see 530 women passing out, adding that “When I wore the police uniform for the first time, I realised it is a big responsibility.”

    The newly elected chief minister also said that right now, 7,000 women police officials are performing their duties in Punjab.

    “I want to increase women’s participation in Punjab police. Lady cops are superhuman. Women are softhearted, so they forgive,” she added.

  • Sher Afzal Marwat refused to remarry because it is a “big injustice” to women

    Sher Afzal Marwat refused to remarry because it is a “big injustice” to women

    In our patriarchal culture, societal norms often facilitate men who remarry if there are no children – or a male child – from the first marriage.

    But Sher Afzal Marwat, a senior Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) member, has different views as he related a personal event from his life in a podcast with Nadir Ali.

    “In 2007, my wife asked me to remarry because it had been six years and we didn’t have a son yet,” Marwat said.

    Marwat related that his father was alive at the time and in Pathan culture there is a lot of societal pressure to marry again for children.

    His wife permitted him to remarry in a serious conversation.

    Marwat recounted, “I took some time to think and told her that I cannot do this injustice to you just because I want children.”

    Marwat emphasized, “It would be a big injustice to any woman, let alone your wife if you bring a second wife just for your happiness.”

    “A woman has a life too, she leaves everything behind for a man when she gets married,” said Sher Afzal Marwat.

  • Islamabad High Court suspends notification of decrease in Naan and roti price

    Islamabad High Court suspends notification of decrease in Naan and roti price

    Islamabad High Court (IHC) has suspended a recent notification on the decrease in the price of roti and naan in the federal capital.

    The court has suspended the notification until May 6, seeking a detailed response from the parties on the upcoming hearing.

    Case proceedings

    The decision came during a hearing presided over by Justice Tariq Mahmood Jahangiri in response to a petition from the Naanbai Welfare Association, highlighting concerns over the legality and jurisdiction of the notification. It was argued that the federal price control fell under the supervision of the prime minister only.

    The counsel for the district administration explained that by amending the law, district coordination officers were empowered to issue notifications.

    Additionally, the Controller General of Prices and Supplies is appointed by the federal government, along with the assistant controller, appointed by the competent officer of the government, are responsible for fixing prices in accordance with district administration representation.

    The lawyer of the petitioner objected that the section under which the notification was issued does not fall under the authority of the controller general.

    Comparison with Punjab

    The court also inquired about the price of 120-gramme roti in Punjab and that if it was available for Rs25. To this petitioner explained that it was from a provincial government, while in the capital, the flour was expensive and rents high.

    The Islamabad High Court consequently suspended the notification and adjourned the hearing until May 6.

    On April 14, the Punjab government slashed the price of roti, followed by a similar decision by the Islamabad administration.

    Following a notification issued by the capital’s district administration, the new price of roti was set at Rs16, while the price of naan was fixed at Rs20. This adjustment was applicable to both 120-gram roti and naan.

  • Fawad Chaudhry to be investigated in relation to May 9 cases

    Fawad Chaudhry to be investigated in relation to May 9 cases

    Lahore police decided to involve former federal minister Fawad Chaudhry in an ongoing investigation linked to vandalism that occurred on May 9 last year. The Express TRIBUNE reported on Wednesday. 

    The police said in their statement that they will investigate the former federal minister as the detained people in the May 9 cases gave statements against him. The investigation will be based on evidence provided by detained individuals.

    Police officials also stated that although Fawad Chaudhry has interim bail in all cases but they can include the former Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) leader in probe for May 9 vandalism case.

    Fawad’s involvement will be examined in Case No. 97/23, filed at the Sarwar Road police station, as well as in Case No. 366/23 registered in Model Town. Besides, he will be incorporated into the investigation of Case No. 103/23, lodged at the Sarwar Road police station.

    The Islamabad High Court (IHC) has sent a notice to the interior secretary and other officials for not providing correct information regarding cases filed against Fawad Chaudhry.

  • Student demonstrations against Gaza genocide take world by storm

    Student demonstrations against Gaza genocide take world by storm

    Anti-Zionist students in the US have taken to their campuses to call out the blatant atrocities being committed by Israel in the besieged strip and the West Bank, and asking the universities to divest from investing in Israel.

    The demonstrations have now expanded beyond US borders.

    French police broke up a pro-Palestinian protest by dozens of university students in Paris, officials said Thursday, as Israel’s bombardment of Gaza sparks a wave of anger across college campuses in the United States.

    AFP reports that according to witnesses, the protesters were demanding that Sciences Po university “cut its ties with universities and companies that are complicit in the genocide in Gaza” and “end the repression of pro-Palestinian voices on campus”.

    Similarly, students in Sydney, Australia, have also set up a camp at Sydney University and carried out demonstrations.

    Background:

    The mass protests started from Columbia University on April 17 which then spread across colleges and universities in America.

    The US has been openly supporting and financing Israeli genocide against the Palestinians in Gaza. And while many people have lost their jobs and students have been expelled due to their support for Gaza, the demonstrations on university campuses are getting bigger by the day.

    Top universities such as Yale, NYU, and Columbia are facing heightened tensions as pro-Palestinian demonstrators are being arrested amid escalating conflicts between the two sides of the genocides.

    Columbia granted students protesters an extension to disassemble their encampments twice, citing ongoing negotiations aimed at resolving the tense situation. All classes will be conducted virtually on Monday due to mounting tension.

    On Monday, 60 individuals at Yale, including 47 student protesters, were arrested for trespassing after blocking traffic around the campus. Additionally, several protesters were also arrested at NYU.

    Other American colleges and universities with Gaza encampments include Emerson College, MIT, Tufts, Michigan, Vanderbilt, Brown, Rice, and more.

    It is a big moment in the midst of a genocide, a point in time where we all must decide to stand on the right side of history.

  • Taylor Swift’s ‘The Tortured Poets Department’ breaks sales records worldwide

    Taylor Swift’s ‘The Tortured Poets Department’ breaks sales records worldwide

    Taylor Swift’s album ‘The Tortured Poets Department’ just made history by selling the most vinyl copies in a single week, achieving the incredible feat in just three days.

    During the weekend, fans bought a whopping 700,000 LP copies of Swift’s album, breaking her previous record set by ‘1989’ (Taylor’s Version), which sold 693,000 copies in a week last October.

    Billboard shared the news, highlighting Taylor Swift’s ongoing success in the vinyl market.
    Back in October 2022, Swift’s album ‘Midnights’ also made waves by selling 570,000 copies in a week on vinyl.

    These records are specific to the ‘modern era’ since 1991, when SoundScan started tracking sales across different formats. While there might have been albums selling more than 700,000 vinyl copies per week in the past, we didn’t have data like this back then.

    Still, Taylor Swift’s incredible achievements in LP sales are unmatched in recent history.