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  • Fans applause traditional Sindhi wedding scene in ‘Ishq Murshid’

    Fans applause traditional Sindhi wedding scene in ‘Ishq Murshid’

    The drama ‘Ishq Murshid’ is breaking popularity records and everyone loves the lead pair, Bilal Abbas Khan and Durefishan Saleem. The love story of Shibra and Shahmeer has captured the audience’s attention since the beginning.

    The wedding scene in the popular drama is getting lots of praise. Viewers loved seeing both modern and traditional elements in Shibra and Shahmeer’s wedding.

    First, they had a modern wedding where they looked like any other modern couple. But what really caught everyone’s attention was the second part. It showed a traditional Sindhi wedding with all the customs and traditions. People liked how the drama team paid attention to Sindhi culture.

    But most of all, viewers were happy to see Sindhi culture being represented in the drama. It made them proud and brought them joy.

    As the drama goes on, viewers are excited to see more of Pakistani culture. ‘Ishq Murshid’ shows how storytelling can celebrate our heritage and make a lasting impact on people.

  • Rohit Sharma’s wicket in IPL takes a man’s life

    Rohit Sharma’s wicket in IPL takes a man’s life

    Rohit Sharma’s dismissal in a match of the Indian Premier League (IPL) between Sunrisers Hyderabad and Mumbai Indians on March 27 took the life of a person.

    According to foreign media, the incident happened while a match was being played in Kolhapur in the ongoing IPL in India when a spectator expressed happiness on the dismissal. Sharma’s fans became angry at his joy, beating him with sticks. He later succumbed to his injuries at the hospital. According to the report, the victim has been identified as Bandu Pant.

    The police arrested two men, Balwant Jhange and his nephew Sagar Jhange on suspicion of attacking Pant with a wooden plank and a stick.

    Police have produced the suspects in court and taken them on remand while an investigation is going on.

  • Nisho Begum talks about daughter Sahiba’s reunion with biological father

    Nisho Begum talks about daughter Sahiba’s reunion with biological father

    The touching reunion between Lollywood star Sahiba and her father has been causing a stir on social media. Now, a viral audio clip of her mother, yesteryears star Nisho Begum, gives more insight into the emotional meeting.

    Nisho Begum shared that Sahiba’s husband, Rambo, got a call during a show in Karachi, asking him to arrange a meeting between Sahiba and her biological father. Although hesitant at first, Rambo convinced Sahiba to meet her father, stressing the importance of family ties.

    Sahiba was happy with how she grew up and her life with her husband. At first, she wasn’t sure about meeting her father. But Rambo convinced her with kindness. She agreed to meet her father, showing respect for her stepfather’s feelings.

    Nisho Begum continues, explaining how she ultimately convinced Sahiba to meet Rabbani, believing it was the right thing to do. She also highlights Rambo’s supportive role, encouraging Sahiba to respect her biological father.

    “I told Sahiba, ‘This is your father. You should meet him. It’s the right thing to do,’” Nisho Begum recalls.
    During the reunion, Sahiba extended hospitality to her father, cooking for him and spending quality time together. Nisho recounted an earlier encounter when Sahiba was a child, unaware of her father’s identity, highlighting the complexity of their relationship over the years.

    “At that time, Sahiba didn’t know who her father was. It was complicated,” she said.
    At a wedding attended by guests from Gujrat, Sahiba’s father, Rabbani, expressed a desire to see his daughter. Though initially uncertain, Nisho Begum granted him permission, allowing him a brief glimpse into Sahiba’s life.

  • Tasadduq passes the buck back to the Supreme Court

    Tasadduq passes the buck back to the Supreme Court

    Former Chief Justice Pakistan Tassaduq Hussain Jillani on April 1 recused himself from heading the “inquiry committee” that was approved by the Federal Cabinet regarding the Islamabad High Court judges’ letter.

    Jillani’s letter was written to Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif with the subject “One Man Inquiry Commission.”
    Last week, on Tuesday, six judges of IHC wrote an explosive letter to the Supreme Judicial Council (SJC) alleging blatant interference of intelligence agencies in judicial matters.

    The very next day, calls for investigations began to gain ground which led to CJP Qazi Faez Isa holding a full court meeting of the Supreme Court judges.

    On Thursday, the PM met with CJP and an inquiry commission was made to probe into the matter. The Federal Cabinet approved and appointed Tassaduq Jillani as the commission head on Saturday.

    However, more than 300 lawyers wrote a joint letter to the Supreme Court urging them to take Suo Moto initiative in the judges’ allegations.

    The Supreme Court on Monday took suo motu notice of the IHC judges’ letter while the former CJP Jillani also refused to head the one-man inquiry commission citing that the letter referenced the top court to intervene so it would be “violative of judicial propriety” for him to inquire into a matter which “may fall within the jurisdiction of a constitutional body which is the SJC or the Supreme Court itself”

  • CTD arrests terrorists involved in Shangla Suicide attack

    CTD arrests terrorists involved in Shangla Suicide attack

    The Counter-Terrorism Department (CTD) has arrested more than 10 terrorists and their facilitators involved in the recent suicide attack in Shangla’s Bisham city last week.

    The attack took the lives of six people, including five Chinese nationals, drawing widespread condemnation from the country’s civil-military leadership.

    Last week, a Chinese investigation team arrived in Pakistan to probe the unfortunate incident and expressed its interest to collectively work with Pakistani authorities. CTD sources said that the terrorist commander who was primarily responsible for bringing the suicide bomber into Pakistan has been arrested.

    Moreover, the explosive-laden vehicle used in the attack was made in Afghanistan and smuggled into Pakistan through the Pak-Afghan Chaman border crossing in Balochistan. From there it was transported to Chakdara in Lower Dir via a smuggler – who has also been arrested.

    The mastermind behind the attack has been named as Hazrat Bilal who is currently wanted by the authorities.

  • Syra and Shahroz’s ‘Babylicious’ set for worldwide release on Eidul Fitr

    Syra and Shahroz’s ‘Babylicious’ set for worldwide release on Eidul Fitr

    In the first round of announcements for Eid movies, Pakistani movie lovers around the world can look forward to the releases of romantic comedy ‘Babylicious’. Starring former couple, Syra Yousuf and Shahroz Sabzwari, the movie is already getting praise for its interesting storyline and acting.

    ‘Babylicious’ is directed by filmmaker Shahid Shafaat. It is the story of two people dealing with love, relationships, and being parents while facing life’s ups and downs.

    People who love Pakistani movies all over the world can soon watch ‘Babylicious’ in cinemas during Eid-ul-Fitr.

  • Who earns more money? Hiba Bukhari, Arez Ahmed disclose details

    Who earns more money? Hiba Bukhari, Arez Ahmed disclose details

    Hiba Bukhari and Arez Ahmed, a much-loved couple, are excelling in their careers while also valuing love and respect for each other and their families. Hiba is now one of Pakistan’s top actresses, with Arez always there to support her in her journey and work.

    They both appeared as guests on the television programme Shan-e-Suhoor and disclosed how marriage has transformed them. Hiba shared that Arez has become calmer, more responsible, and more focused on family since tying the knot.
    The host asked who is better at saving money and Hiba said, “I save more”. Arez said, “Hiba saves more because she earns more. Hiba earns more than me, but I’m not insecure about it. I’m proud of my wife.”

  • Tigress injures two near Multan as it escapes during transportation

    Tigress injures two near Multan as it escapes during transportation

    A Bengal tigress which was being transported from Lahore to Multan by an animal dealer, Muhammad Adnan, ran away from its cage into the fields near Multan in the early hours of Sunday, DAWN has reported.

    The age of Bengal tigress is reportedly about two years and its value is Rs5-6 million.

    Punjab Wildlife Department Multan Deputy Director Sheikh Zahid told Dawn’s Shoaib Ahmed that the tigress was being carried in a pick-up in a cage. The incident happened when the pick-up got stuck in a muddy track on Bosan Road behind the Multan Public High School.

    The cage got opened when the vehicle jerked to get out of the mud. The owner, Muhammad Adnan, called 15 but the police told him to contact the wildlife department.

    The furious tigress ran into the fields and reportedly injured two persons, including a wildlife official. However, the injuries were mild. The Punjab Wildlife Department officials and a DHA Multan Zoo vet were involved in the operation to catch the tigress. It was tranquilised by a DHA Multan Zoo vet.

    Animal dealer Adnan was fined Rs221,000 by the wildlife department under the Punjab Wildlife Act 1974. The tigress has been returned to the owner on payment of the fine, told Sheikh Zahid.

    Punjab Wildlife and Parks Department Director General Mudassar Riaz Malik talked to the media. To a question why tigers and lions had not yet been categorised in Schedule 3 of the Punjab Wildlife Department, the DG said he had called a meeting on Monday (today) to set standards and regulate the issue of keeping tigers and lions in breeding farms and houses only. “Such animals fall in Schedule 3 and it is prohibited to keep them domestically,” he added.

    Malik was asked if these animals were put in Schedule 3, what would happen to the private breeding farms having a huge number of lions and tigers. To this he responded it’s a crucial issue that would be discussed in the meeting besides all other aspects and possible licensing of such animals. To yet another question, Mr Malik said the meeting would also discuss either a new schedule or a new law.

    The wildlife DG said the Captive Wildlife Management Committee had got rules approved by the cabinet and new law would be introduced under these rules.

  • Pakistani Tekken star Arsalan Ash plays Tekken with Saudi prince

    Pakistani Tekken star Arsalan Ash plays Tekken with Saudi prince

    Pakistani Tekken superstar Arsalan Ash played Tekken with the royal elite of Saudi Arabia as well as aspiring Tekken players in the Arab country. Arslan coached a group of young gamers for the first time in his career and added a new skill to his portfolio. He also shared his experience on his social media.

    Arslan’s win at last year’s EVO Championship made him the first player in not only Tekken 7 but all of Tekken’s history to win 4 EVO trophies.

  • ‘Possible short circuit’, Police launch investigation into Gujjar Khan church fire

    ‘Possible short circuit’, Police launch investigation into Gujjar Khan church fire

    The Punjab government has initiated a thorough investigation into the burning of a church in Gujjar Khan, The News reported on Monday. 

    However, police of that specific location didn’t register a first information report (FIR) of the case.

    Investigators explained that the church had been constructed on land owned by the National Highway Authority (NHA) many years ago. NHA authorities themselves erected a building measuring 12 marlas on Kaliam Road approximately 25 years ago and relocated the church there.

    They also said that Gujjar Khan Church had been empty for more than 12 years. The elders of the Christian community started Sunday services at Kaliam Road Church peacefully around 10 years ago. A preliminary investigation report has been sent to the Punjab Home Office, but it hasn’t identified any particular group or person involved.

    Regional Police Officer (RPO), Rawalpindi Region, Babar Sarfaraz Alpa, when contacted to obtain his version about the occurrence, said, “The police recovered nothing yet except that the fire erupted due to a short circuit. However, the police have not given up the probe.” The investigators have collected forensic evidence and examined it, but have gotten no clue so far, the RPO concluded.

    Dr. Majeed Abel, the Executive Secretary of the Presbyterian Church of Pakistan, urged authorities to uncover and disclose what happened to the church. He demanded that those responsible be held accountable under the law.