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  • Usman Mukhtar ties the knot

    Usman Mukhtar ties the knot

    Usman Mukhtar, who won hearts as Dr Haris in Sabaat, has tied the knot in an intimate nikkah ceremony in Islamabad.

    Announcing the news on social media, Mukhtar shared pictures from the nuptials and introduced his wife.

    “Dear world, I married this amazing woman today in a small socially distant gathering,” said Usman. “Our big day was supposed to be on April 2, but due to the lockdown restrictions, we had to pull it back.”

    The actor further said: “Zunaira Inam Khan. Thank you for making me the luckiest man on earth.”

    “I haven’t felt such happiness in a very long time. You’ve stood by me in the moments I was down and amplified the happy moments. Been my rock and my support. I am blessed.”

    While the groom looked dapper in a white and gold embroidered kurta shalwar, the bride looked radiant in a light pink and gold ensemble.

    Mukhtar’s co-stars and others from the entertainment industry including Aiman Khan, Ameer Gilani and Shahzad Shaikh sent their good wishes to the newlyweds.

    Wishing the happy couple all the best for the new chapter in their lives.

  • Faisal Mosque is the 16th most beautiful building in the world: Research

    Faisal Mosque in Islamabad is featured amongst the top 50 most beautiful buildings in the world.

    Faisal Mosque is the largest South Asian mosque, and it is ranked as the 16th most beautiful building by Roofing Megastore.

    Roofing Megastore is one of the biggest roofing merchant online stores in the United Kingdom (UK).

    Roofing Megastore studied and analysed the 100 most famous architectural works in the world, and they had also compared them using the “golden ratio” to evaluate their visual attraction to the human eye.

    Golden Ratio is a mathematical equation, which is also known as the divine proportion, and it has been used many times by notable historical artists and architects to create perfect compositions.

    “The fifth largest mosque in the world is striking from every angle, featuring a contemporary eight-sided design which is inspired by a typical Bedouin tent. It took a decade to build Faisal Mosque and now it is also a major tourist attraction in Pakistan while remaining an important place of worship,” Roofing Megastore states in their recent research.

    According to Roofing Megastore, St. Paul’s Cathedral in London is the most beautiful building in the world. Marina Bay Sands Hotel in Singapore is on the second followed by Westminster Abbey in London.

  • Opposition infighting: PPP’s Khokhar calls spade a spade

    Senator Mustafa Nawaz Khokhar has said the recent decisions taken by the Pakistan Democratic Movement (PDM) have not gone down well in the public.

    “The people are sick and tired of rising inflation. Unemployment rate is at an all-time high. They want to get rid of this government,” he said in a statement issued on Wednesday.

    The Pakistan People’s Party (PPP) leader maintained that the infighting between opposition parties had given breathing space to an anti-people government.

    “On the issue of resignations, the other parties had a weak argument. But at the same time, the PPP’s decision on the leader of opposition in Senate was also not correct,” said Khokhar.

    He added that the pressure on the PPP to resign was unnecessary while the party, too, should not have taken support from Balochistan Awami Party (BAP).

    “I believe that taking votes from the ruling alliance has damaged our ideological narrative. If we want to take back space in other provinces, we have to give priority to the issues of the people rather than indulging in power politics.”

    Senator Khokhar said he hoped the Central Executive Committee (CEC) would look into these issues. “Difference of opinion is a democratic right and I hope my statement will also be taken in the same light.”

    Tensions have been brewing between opposition alliance members ever since PPP’s decision to nominate former premier Yousuf Raza Gilani for the slot of opposition leader in Senate.

    The PML-N believed it deserved to nominate one from its ranks, and Gilani’s successful election only made things worse.

    Now other members of the PDM are mulling refusing to accept Gilani as their leader, which might serve yet another blow to the anti-government alliance.

  • Shah Rukh Khan teases fans in witty #AskSRK session

    Bollywood superstar Shah Rukh Khan has a fine sense of humour and we often witness it in his interviews, public appearances and interactive sessions on social media.

    After a long break, the actor recently held an #AskSRK session on Twitter during which he teased fans about his upcoming projects, gave some hilarious responses and shared some words of wisdom before going back to “doing more of nothing”.

    SRK, who has not been seen on the big screen since 2018 in Zero, told fans that he is working on his next film and that all his upcoming films will feature him.

    “Bhai bana raha hoon…bana raha hoon,” said the megastar when asked when he will be seen on the big screen.

    Replying to another user, SRK said: “Jaldi jaldi shooting karta hoon. Don’t worry.”

    When a fan asked him when he will be announcing his next film, SRK said: “Announcements are for airports and railway stations my friend…movies ki hawa toh khud ban jaati hai.”

    It is pertinent to mention here that on New Year, SRK, in a quirky video, had promised fans that he will return to the big screen in 2021. As per details, SRK will be part of the action-thriller Pathan, alongside Deepika Padukone and John Abraham.

    Meanwhile, SRK also shared some words of wisdom, advising a fan to mix passion and stability and that age is just a number.

    During the session, Khan also revealed his favourite Aamir Khan movies. His list includes Raakh, Qayamat Say Qamayat Tak, Lagaan and 3 Idiots.

    The actor also shared that he has never been good at multiple-choice questions and that he hopes his Indian Premier League (IPL) team Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) wins this year because he wants to drink coffee in the trophy cup.

    Check out some other hilarious responses by King Khan here:

  • Humayun Saeed turns down Indian girl’s marriage proposal

    Humayun Saeed turns down Indian girl’s marriage proposal

    Humayun Saeed, who was recently awarded the Pride of Performance from President Dr Arif Alvi for his contributions to the drama and film industries of Pakistan, received a marriage proposal on social media from an Indian fan.

    “Will you marry me? I know you are married,” wrote the user on Twitter. “But kya hi karun iss dil ka.”

    “I am from India and I love you like hell,” she said further, adding: “I am 24 years younger than you, but seriously [I] love you.”

    “Will you marry me in next janam” she then asked. “This janam not possible”.

    Replying to the proposal Humayun said: “Mujhe pyar karne ka shukria (Thank you for your love). Magar shaadi ke liye InshAllah aapko mujhse behtar log milenge (But you will find someone better to marry).”

    After getting a reply from Humayun, the Twitter user could not contain her excitement, saying that she felt like crying with happiness.

    Earlier, Shehzad Roy had also received a marriage proposal on Twitter to which the singer had had a hilarious response.

  • Adnan Siddiqui recalls memories with Strings with an unseen music video

    After entertaining us for more than three decades, Strings called off their partnership as a band on March 25, leaving fans heartbroken across the world.

    Among those upset with the news was Adnan Siddiqui. To express his sorrow over the development and to recall memories with them, Adnan shared an unseen music video from 1993, which featured him alongside Natasha. The video was directed by Bilal and shot in Gwadar and Hawk’s Bay.

    “Millions of us are still anguished with Strings ending their divinely gifted partnership of more than three decades. An entire generation grew up on their legendary music,” wrote the actor in the caption. “Whether it was the first brush of love, careless abandon of youth, heartbreak or experiments with finding our calling—Bilal Maqsood and Faisal Kapadia were always there with their symphonies, ballads [and] rock songs.”

    “I am also overcome with a flurry of emotions and gush of memories as I see them going their own way,” shared the actor further. “My personal and professional association with them dates back to the late 80s, almost from the time Strings made a splash in the world of Pakistani music for the first time.”

    Recalling the memories, Adnan said: “My first performance with them was in 1989 during a stage show at Funland where they played Maine Tujhe Kabhi Dekha Na Tha. We were in our early 20s, ready to take on the world. From then on till 2015 World Cup, we worked together at intermittent intervals.”

    “In Aankhen Chhupa Ke from their third album Duur in 2002, I shared space with my wife. The video was shot on a shoe-string budget at Mubarak village. The World Cup theme Phir Say Game Utha Day was the last time we performed together. I think I would be the most common face in their videos,” he remarked.

    Talking about the video he shared, Adnan said: “Sharing here a rare gem from their talented stable with an almost juvenile looking yours truly. The song is Aaj Main Khudi Say Ladta Gaya.”

    “The year was 1993. Bilal decided to expand his genius to direction, but more so to give me orders and directions,” said Adnan. “Natasha and I shot it at Hawk’s Bay and Gwadar desert in Balochistan. A rather bold video for its time with animal carcass and snakes featuring along with two good looking people and a very hummable song.”

    Replying to Adnan’s post Faisal said: “Thank you for always being there.”

  • Hafeez Shaikh Ki Chutti?

    Hafeez Shaikh Ki Chutti?









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    Hey, *|MERGE1|*. It’s March 30! Where did this month go? We have shifted to work from home due to the surge in coronavirus cases, and the best thing about working from home is that you can take power naps in-between work.

    It will be sunny in most cities today, and I’m not really happy because I’m not a summer person. I like winter more because of the long dark nights.

    Which season do you prefer and why do you like it? 

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    Hammad Azhar to replace Hafeez Shaikh as Finance Minister

    The federal government has decided to replace Finance Minister Abdul Hafeez Shaikh with Federal Minister for Industries and Production Hammad Azhar. 

    Hafeez Shaikh shall be replaced by Hammad Azhar because according to Article 91 (9) of the constitution, a person who is not part of the parliament can be minister for only six months. 

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    PDM hype dies down further after Fazl, Maryam fall sick

    Jamiat Ulema-e-Islam-Fazl (JUI-F) chief Maulana Fazlur Rehman and Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) leader Maryam Nawaz are suffering from fever and have suspended all political activities for four days, their parties have said. 

    Fazl, who also heads Pakistan Democratic Movement (PDM), has been suffering from a fever for the past two days,” a report said citing JUI-F sources. “He is currently residing at his Dera Ismail Khan residence.” 

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    Punjab to impose lockdown, transport in districts with over 12% positivity rate

    The Punjab government has decided to impose lockdowns in districts with a COVID-19 positivity rate of more than 12 per cent from April 1 to control the spread of the virus. 

    Talking to the media, Punjab Chief Minister Usman Buzdar said  the lockdown will continue till April 11. He added that this will be reviewed by the cabinet committee on COVID-19 after seven days. 

    A complete ban will be imposed on wedding events and other gatherings in the province (ABOUT TIME!). It was also decided to close down the mass transit transport system which includes the Orange Line Metro Train and the Speedo bus service.

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    VIDEO: PTI’s Gandapur spotted letting minor kid drive his car  

    A video tweeted by senior journalist Mansoor Ali Khan showed at least two other people accompanying Ali Amin Gandapur as the fourth individual in the car, the kid, cruised off the road at an unknown location. 

    See the video in the story below.

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    Covid hai but Pawri scene still on hai

     So Shazia Wajahat, whose ongoing drama Raqs-e-Bismil is currently making waves on television, ki birthday thi and she celebrated it on Sunday at the beach with colleagues, friends and family. None were wearing masks.  

    The beachside party was hosted by her husband director Wajahat Rauf. Celebrities including Hania Aamir, Ali Rehman Khan, Fahad Mirza, Dananeerr Mobeen, Yasir Hussain, Iqra Aziz, Urwa Hocane, Imran Ashraf, Shahzad Sheikh, Momin Saqib and many others were spotted at the birthday event. 

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    Speaker NA Asad Qaiser tours the sets of ‘Kuruluş: Osman’ ?

    Speaker National Assembly Asad Qaiser on his recent visit to Turkey toured the sets of Kuruluş: Osman and met with the lead cast and producers of the show. 

     Sharing pictures from his visit on social media, Qaiser said: “Walking through the set of Kuruluş: Osman has been a joyful experience for us.” 

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    On this day: 30 MarchMANAWAN POLICE ACADEMY ATTACKS

     On this day,  On this day, the police academy was attacked by Tehreek-e-Taliban headed by Baitullah Mehsud in 2009. Twelve people were killed when a squad of heavily armed militants stormed spraying it with gunfire and grenades. The battle between them and the forces went on for hours. Later, the last hostages were freed.

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  • CanSino vaccine: Three million doses to be ‘packed in Pakistan’

    Minister for Planning and Development and head of the National Command and Operations Centre (NCOC) Asad Umar has announced that Pakistan will be getting bulk vaccine by mid-April from Cansino from which three million vaccine doses can be made.

    Read more – Govt launches COVID-19 immunization certificate portal

    Umar said the bulk vaccine received “will be formulated, sterilised and packed in Pakistan” and for this purpose special equipment has been procured and manpower is being trained.

    The Minister also said that the “first batch of Cansino vaccine procured [is] being received today (Tuesday).”

    “This is the vaccine in which Pakistan participated in Phase 3 trials, which was the first time ever that Pakistan had done so for any vaccine,” he added.

    Vaccination of people 60 and above commenced on March 10, while registrations for people above 50 started from today (March 30).

    Pakistan is currently battling with its third wave of COVID-19. According to the NCOC, Pakistan has recorded 4084 cases of COVID-19 in the last 24 hours and 100 people have lost their lives to the deadly virus.

  • Fahad Mustafa, Humayun Saeed pray for President Alvi’s swift recovery from COVID-19

    Humayun Saeed and Fahad Mustafa have sent their best wishes to President Dr Arif Alvi after he tested positive for COVID-19.

    “May Allah bless him with good health,” wrote Humayun on Twitter.

    “Get well soon Sir President,” said Mustafa.

    On Monday, President Alvi announced that he had tested positive for COVID-19. He clarified that though he had received the first shot of the vaccine, “antibodies start developing after [the] second dose that was due in a week”.

    “Please continue to be careful,” he urged.

    First Lady Samina Alvi later shared that the President had mild symptoms “but is in good spirits”. She added that she had tested negative for the virus.

    President Alvi also thanked everyone for their good wishes and prayers, sharing that he felt much better today (Tuesday).

    “PM [Imran Khan] called sharing his experience. Advised rest, sleep and soups,” added the President.

    Wishing President Alvi a speedy recovery.

  • Mob attacks 100-year-old Hindu temple in Rawalpindi

    Mob attacks 100-year-old Hindu temple in Rawalpindi

    A group of unidentified people attacked a century-old Hindu temple undergoing renovation in Rawalpindi.

    Read more – Nine people arrested after mob sets ablaze Hindu temple in Karak

    The incident took place in Rawalpindi’s Purana Qila area on Saturday when 10 to 15 people attacked the temple damaging the main door and another door in the upper storey as well as the staircase, according to a complaint registered with the police.

    As per reports, the encroachment mafia had occupied the surroundings of the temple for a long time by setting up stalls and shops there. The district administration had earlier removed all encroachments with help of the police.

    The security officer of the Evacuee Trust Property Board Northern Zone Syed Raza Abbas Zaidi filed the FIR at Pindi’s Banni police station stating that the renovation work on the temple was underway for the last one month.

    He said there were some encroachments in front of the temple which were removed on March 24.

    However, religious rites have not been initiated in the temple nor were there any idol or any other religious item.

    Read more – 1,300-year-old Hindu temple discovered in KP

    Zaidi has demanded legal action against the people who had damaged the temple.