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  • Reporter of Daily Jang returns home day after appearance

    Reporter of Daily Jang returns home day after appearance

    Senior reporter of the Daily Jang, Syed Muhammad Askari, returned home on Monday after going missing on Saturday night, Geo News has reported.

    Askari had been picked up by police and personnel dressed in plain clothes. The incident was reported to the Baloch Colony Police Station. The journalist’s wife filed a complaint, accusing police and personnel in plainclothes of “abducting” Askari for no reason.

    She also stated in her application that the personals had their faces covered and were in a white vehicle. It was also mentioned in the application that Syed Muhammad Askari was abducted at 1:15 a.m. on Sunday.

    Shazia had requested the immediate release of her husband.

  • ‘I was not targeting anyone particularly’: Kajol provides clarification on ‘educated political leaders’ comment

    ‘I was not targeting anyone particularly’: Kajol provides clarification on ‘educated political leaders’ comment

    Bollywood actress Kajol recently said in an interview to The Quint that people are steeped in traditions, and politicians are uneducated which is why there isn’t a clear viewpoint on how to move forward in India:

    “You have political leaders who do not have an educational system background. I’m sorry but I’m going to go out and say that. I’m being ruled by leaders, so many of them, who do not have that viewpoint, which I think education does give you, at least the chance to look out for a different viewpoint.” 

    While some applauded the DDLJ actress for making a strong case for why its important to have educated leaders, some Twitter users were enraged by her comments and pointed out that Kajol herself was a school dropout.

    Kajol took to Twitter to post a clarification, saying that she was emphasising the importance of education, and was not targeting any politician.

    “I was merely making a point about education and its importance. My intention was not to demean any political leaders, we have some great leaders who are guiding the country on the right path.”

  • Five dead, over a dozen injured in gas cylinder blast in Jhelum hotel

    Five dead, over a dozen injured in gas cylinder blast in Jhelum hotel

    At least five people died and 15 others were injuredwhen a three-storey building collapsed due to a powerful gas cylinder explosion in Jhelum yesterday.

    The hotel is located on the Grand Trunk Road Jhelum, Punjab and collapsed after the cylinder exploded in the kitchen.

    Rescue officials said that approximately 15 injured have been recovered and shifted to the hospital and two critically injured have been taken to Rawalpindi.

  • Gen Faiz Hameed offered me Senate Chairmanship: Fazlur Rehman

    Gen Faiz Hameed offered me Senate Chairmanship: Fazlur Rehman

    Maulana Fazlur Rehman, head of the Jamiat Ulema-e-Islam Fazl (JUI-F) has revealed on Sunday that former spy chief General (retd) Faiz Hameed offered him the post of Chairman of the Senate during the tenure of the previous government.

    Talking with media personnel in Peshawar, Fazl quoted the former Director General (DG) of Inter-Service Intelligence (ISI) as saying, “I want to see you a member of the Senate and then chairman [of the upper house of parliament].”

    Fazlur Rehman then accused the former members of the establishment of dividing the opposition after he refused to take up the spy master on his offer.

    He also confirmed that the current government will likely end it’s tenure next month. However, he expressed displeasure on not being taken into confidence by Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) on the recent meetings that took place between party head Nawaz Sharif and the Pakistan People’s Party (PPP).

  • PM Shehbaz slams ‘social media campaign’ against the Army Chief

    PM Shehbaz slams ‘social media campaign’ against the Army Chief

    A social media campaign against the Army Chief (COAS) which Prime Minister Shehbaz says is about an alleged, attempted assassination attempt against the COAS, has riled up the PM.

    According to a statement released by the PM Office, PM Shehbaz says that all conspiracies against the country will be squashed. He didn’t name anyone in the press release BUT on Twitter said that Imran Khan ‘continues to engage in a vile, sinister and malicious campaign against COAS Asim Munir.

  • Virgin Atlantic ends operations in Pakistan with final flight

    Virgin Atlantic ends operations in Pakistan with final flight

    Virgin Atlantic has ended its operations in Pakistan with its final flight from Islamabad International Airport on Sunday, DAWN has reported.

    The airline, which launches services in 2020, had announced earlier in the year that it is ending its three weekly flights to London Heathrow from Islamabad and Lahore.

    After the final flight took off for London from the capital city at 8am on Sunday, airport manager Syed Aftab Gillani thanked the airline for providing world-class travel services and expressed hope that Virgin Atlantic will return to Pakistan in the future.

    A spokesperson for the airline said, “It is with regret that we’ve taken the difficult decision to suspend our services between London Heathrow and Pakistan.”

    The airline thanked their Pakistani customers, staff, authorities and partners.

  • Koenigsegg’s new Gemera to offer mind-blowing 2,300 horsepower hybrid powertrain

    Koenigsegg’s new Gemera to offer mind-blowing 2,300 horsepower hybrid powertrain

    We have been acquainted with luxurious alternatives in the past, yet never encountered anything quite as remarkable as this. According to reports from the inauguration event at Koenigsegg’s newly established manufacturing facility, the company is poised to offer purchasers of the Gemera model an unprecedented V8 hybrid powertrain, boasting a staggering output of 2,300 horsepower.

    Upon its initial revelation, Koenigsegg pledged that the Gemera, a two-door, four-seat vehicle, would exhibit a still-excessive 1,700 horsepower (1,268 kW/1,723 PS) generated by a three-cylinder engine harmoniously integrated with a hybrid system.

    However, the Egg Registry reports that the production iteration of the Gemera will present an alternative powertrain. Discarding the three-cylinder engine, the vehicle will adopt a V8 engine sourced from the Jesko model.

    The aforementioned 5.0-liter twin-turbocharged engine already commands an impressive output of 1,578 horsepower (1,177 kW/1,600 PS) and 1,106 lb-ft (1,500 Nm) of torque when utilising E85 fuel in the Jesko. Moreover, the company boldly asserts that this engine holds the title of the fastest revving production engine in existence, rendering it a highly coveted addition to nearly any automobile.

    According to CarScoops, the precise method by which this powerhouse will fit within the same space previously occupied by the comparatively diminutive three-cylinder engine remains uncertain. Nonetheless, reports indicate that it will be coupled with Koenigsegg’s nine-speed Light Speed Transmission and, owing to the inclusion of the hybrid system, deliver an awe-inspiring 2,300 horsepower and 2,028 lb-ft (2,750 Nm) of torque.

    Furthermore, the production model of the Gemera will be equipped with physical side mirrors instead of the cameras featured on earlier prototypes, adhering to the regulatory requirements of the United States. For enhanced performance, an optional “Ghost Package” will introduce several aerodynamic enhancements, including a rear wing, an extended front splitter, and an S-duct. It is worth noting, however, that this package compromises practicality by eliminating the front trunk.

    Regrettably, the outlet informs us that production of the Gemera is still a considerable amount of time away, with the first customers anticipated to receive their vehicles in 2025.

  • ‘He was a gentleman’: Suchitra Krishnamoorthi recalled slapping Shah Rukh Khan multiple times for film scene

    ‘He was a gentleman’: Suchitra Krishnamoorthi recalled slapping Shah Rukh Khan multiple times for film scene

    Among many of Shah Rukh Khan’s most memorable films, ‘Kabhi Haan Kabhi Naa’ is the one that is a firm fan favourite.

    Suchitra Krishnamoorthi, who played Anna in the film, recently opened up about her experience in working with the actor, revealing that there was a scene where she had to slap him multiple times because they couldn’t get the shot right. Things reached the point that she burst into tears but Khan stood there without saying a word, as reported by Bollywood Hungama.

    The scene takes place after the song ‘Ae Kaash Ke Hum’ when Anna slaps Sunil.

    The actress said that she didn’t get the slap right the first time, and had to slap Khan multiple times to get the right shot. Krishnamoorthi confessed that she began crying because she didn’t want to do it anymore, but Shah Rukh remained professional and kept standing there until the shot was perfected.

    “It took a lot of takes and I started crying because I had to slap Shah Rukh and it was going take after take and finally I started crying because I couldn’t do it any more. Kundan was particular that it should be real, we didn’t use to do play-acting. And Shah Rukh, being the gentleman that he is, didn’t say anything. But I could see he was going backwards,” Krishnamoorthi told Bollywood Hungama.

  • Registration fee for 1501-2000cc vehicles reduced to 2% by excise department

    Registration fee for 1501-2000cc vehicles reduced to 2% by excise department

    The Excise and Taxation Department of Punjab has recently introduced adjustments to the fees associated with vehicle registration and transfers, in accordance with the budget proposed by the caretaker government. One notable change is the reduction of the registration fee for vehicles with engine capacities ranging from 1501cc to 2000cc, from 3 per cent to 2 per cent.

    Furthermore, the government has extended a significant 95 per cent discount on motor vehicle tax for electric vehicles until June 2025. In addition, a new withholding tax has been introduced specifically targeting the registration of vehicles exceeding 2001cc.

    Another modification in the system pertains to private vehicles, which were previously subjected to a flat token tax of Rs2,500 per seat. Under the new regulations, these vehicles will now be taxed based on their respective engine capacities, providing a more accurate and equitable taxation structure.

    In addition to the changes in registration fees, the Excise department has also revised the transfer fees for motorcycles, cars, rickshaws, and commercial vehicles. The fee for motorcycles has been raised from Rs150 to Rs500, while vehicles with engine capacities up to 1000cc will now incur a transfer fee of Rs2,500, increased from the previous Rs1,200.

    For vehicles falling within the range of 1000cc to 1800cc, the transfer fee has been elevated by Rs3,000, now amounting to Rs5,000. Similarly, for vehicles surpassing 1800cc, the excise department will collect a transfer fee of Rs10,000, compared to the earlier fee of Rs3,000.

    Commercial vehicles also witness a revision in their transfer fee, experiencing an increase of Rs1,000, now totaling Rs5,000.

    These revisions to the vehicle registration and transfer fees aim to establish a more efficient and equitable system, aligned with the government’s budgetary objectives, while considering factors such as vehicle engine capacity and promoting the adoption of electric vehicles.

  • ‘Mental disorders run in the family’: Aamir Khan’s daughter opens up about dealing with depression, handling parents divorce

    ‘Mental disorders run in the family’: Aamir Khan’s daughter opens up about dealing with depression, handling parents divorce

    Speaking to The Times Of India, Aamir Khan’s second daughter Ira opened up about mental health struggles, especially with clinical depression which she was diagnosed with five years ago. It was through the help of her father, film star Aamir, that she began seeking help for her mental illness, and learned that her family has a history of mental health disorders.

    Khan revealed that altough her parents divorce had not impacted her much, there were still signs that led her to believe something was wrong and led her to come back to India from the Netherlands:

    “My mom pointed out that I didn’t want to be alive so I would just sleep my day away so that I would have fewer hours to live in a day.”

    Ira said she was on medication now, but still experiences bouts of anxiety, which is taking some time for her to understand how mental health issues are common in her family.

    “Every 8-10 months I will have a big crash. It’s partly genetic, partly psychological, and partly social. It took me a while to figure it out. But I have mental health disorders in my family. I also did not make healthy choices and I systematically walked into depression.”

    Khan spoke about the organisation she had set up Agastu Foundation, which aimed at education people about mental health support and providing them with resources to get better. Her parents, Aamir and Reena Dutta, are both members of the advisory board, and her dad had helped in setting up until Ira was able to recieve funding.