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  • ‘Social media holds more power than sword and pen,’ says Rubina Ashraf

    ‘Social media holds more power than sword and pen,’ says Rubina Ashraf

    Actress Rubina Ashraf believes that social media is more powerful than a sword and a pen in this time and age.Recently, she appeared as a guest on ‘Gup Shab’ show.

    “Nowadays, people make headlines not because of their work but because of their statements, because today, social media has become very powerful,” she said.

    “People easily express whatever is in their hearts since now, there is more power in social media than a sword and a pen. So, it was bound to happen, but people should use it properly. They must learn,” she added.

    Ashraf also believes that “When children of celebrities are born and raised in the same environment, nepotism is inevitable.”

    Using her daughter as an example, she added, “If I ever get the chance, I would definitely like to work with my daughter, actress Meena Tariq. She grew up watching me and all my friends, whom she considers her aunts. That’s why she was inspired by us to enter this field.”

  • Youth tortured to death in Faisalabad for allegedly stealing cricket bats

    Youth tortured to death in Faisalabad for allegedly stealing cricket bats

    A young boy named Usama was kidnapped and tortured to death on Wednesday in Faisalabad for allegedly stealing cricket bats from a cricket club.

    The incident happened on Cinema Road in Faisalabad.

    Usama’s mother Rukhsana Shafiq, a resident of Gulberg Colony, registered a complaint in the local police station. She stated in the FIR that the suspect, Shahan, a cricket player in an indoor cricket club located on Cinema Road, along with the 10 accomplices, kidnapped her son.

    She claimed that the suspects took Usama to their club, where they severely tortured him and his friend, Samraiz Khalid, who was already there. The suspects accused them of stealing bats from the club.

    When her son’s condition deteriorated, he was shifted to the nearby Allied Hospital, where doctors pronounced him dead.

    Usama’s friend Samraiz is under treatment in the hospital.

    The police have taken Shahan into custody and is conducting raids to arrest his accomplices while an investigation is underway.

  • China proposes joint security plan to Pakistan

    China proposes joint security plan to Pakistan

    China has offered several proposals to Pakistan, including a joint agreement to combat Chinese security concerns over terrorism.

    China has aimed to boost its multibillion dollar China Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC) project, transforming several CPEC Phase-1 Projects to Phase-2, government sources told Express Tribune.

    The sources further disclosed that China is proposing the establishment of a joint company to sustain its citizens’ security working in Pakistan for the CPEC project.

    Pakistan and China also vowed to combat terrorism with “zero tolerance” and stressed the need for a comprehensive approach towards security concerns in Pakistan.

    It has also proposed an agreement on the China-Pakistan earth science research project in the CPEC Phase-2.
    Chinese authorities are aiming to cooperate in infrastructure, minerals, energy, safety and security, science and technology.

  • Were Bollywood celebrities paid to attend the Ambani wedding?

    Were Bollywood celebrities paid to attend the Ambani wedding?

    Bollywood star Ananya Panday has cleared the air about rumours that celebrities were paid to attend the grand wedding of Anant Ambani, son of the richest Indian businessman Mukesh Ambani, and Radhika Merchant.

    The guest list for these events included Bollywood stars, Indian cricketers, social media influencers, billionaires, and political figures from around the world.

    A number of reports suggested that some guests were paid large sums of money to attend the celebrations.

    The ‘Call Me Bae’ actress, however, has denied these claims, saying she was there to celebrate the love of her friends, the bride and groom.

    “They are my friends. I don’t understand why people think like this,” Panday said. “Obviously, I’ll dance wholeheartedly at my friends’ wedding. I love celebrating love.”

    “No matter how many events there were, they greeted everyone with love and warmth,” she added.

    Ananya also talked about the special connection between Anant and Radhika, saying, “Whenever they looked at each other, it was pure love. It felt like violins were playing in the background. That’s something I want in life.”

  • ‘I don’t beg for work’: Fahad Sheikh

    ‘I don’t beg for work’: Fahad Sheikh

    Rejection in the entertainment industry is a harsh reality and actor Fahad Sheikh has faced it too. Even though he’s gained success and praise, he’s faced setbacks along the way.

    Recently Fahad appeared as a guest on ‘Mazaq Raat’, hosted by Imran Ashraf, where he talked about the most challenging moments of his career.

    “One of the bitter mosy rejections I’ve faced is when, after Jalan drama, the phone calls finally started coming in. Production houses were suddenly reaching out, but there was still a sense of formality. My principle has always been that I don’t beg for work, and I hadn’t until now,” the actor began.

    He went on to narrate a story. “So, I went for a meeting, dressed in a full black kurta, wearing Peshawari Chappal, with glasses on. I walked in, and there was the director, seated in a small room. I didn’t know him at all. He looked at me, but didn’t care much. He looked towards the GM, and I could sense the dismissive attitude.”

    “Now, I’m standing at the door, thinking about what I should do next. It was an awkward moment; both of us felt embarrassed. And the gentleman who had brought me there was relaxed, probably because he already knew I was being rejected before we even got there. Then they offered me coffee, and I politely refused. We wrapped up the meeting quickly, made our way out, and left the place with disappointment. You know, every new city breaks you a little, but if it didn’t, perhaps the refinement in my work wouldn’t have come,” the Hasrat actor added.
    Fahad Sheikh has starred in dramas such as Uff Ye Mohabbat, Waada, Hasrat, and Bojh.

  • Khyber Pakhtunkhwa govt to challenge constitutional amendments

    Khyber Pakhtunkhwa govt to challenge constitutional amendments

    Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) government, led by Chief Minister (CM) Ali Amin Gandapur, has decided to file a petition in the Supreme Court of Pakistan against the federal government’s proposed constitutional amendments.

    In a provincial cabinet meeting chaired by Ali Amin Gandapur, cabinet members stressed that parliament is incomplete as Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) has not yet received its reserved seats.

    “Federal government doesn’t have the authority of constitutional amendments,” cabinet members added.

    The KP cabinet meeting also approved a grant of thirty million rupees for the Lahore High Court Bar Association, and by relaxing the ban on vehicle purchases, the cabinet also approved ninety lac rupees for High Court judges.

    Earlier, the federal government announced the twenty-sixth constitutional amendment, which reads that the eight-member National Assembly Committee will send the names of top senior judges to the Prime Minister (PM) for the position of Chief Justice (CJ) of the Federal Constitutional Court. The committee will then choose one CJ out of three recommended names, ruling out the scenario of the most senior judge as CJ.

  • Former Sri Lankan cricketer banned for 20 years for inappropriate behaviour

    Former Sri Lankan cricketer banned for 20 years for inappropriate behaviour

    Cricket Australia has banned former Sri Lankan cricketer and former Victoria Women’s team coach Dulip Samaraweera for 20 years for inappropriate behaviour towards a female cricketer.

    Dulip has been accused of violating the code of conduct during his association with Cricket Victoria. The Sri Lankan will not be able to hold any position in Cricket Australia or state cricket.

    Cricket Victoria’s CEO said in a statement, “Cricket Australia and Cricket Victoria believe in providing a safe environment for all players and appreciate the bravery of a female cricketer who has been a victim of inappropriate behaviour to speak out.”

    Dulip played seven Tests and five ODIs for Sri Lanka in the early 90s, joining Cricket Victoria’s women’s program in 2008 as batting coach.

    He was appointed as the full-time coach of Victoria’s women’s team in May this year but resigned from the position a few days later.

  • National cricketer Muhammad Nawaz welcomes baby girl

    National cricketer Muhammad Nawaz welcomes baby girl

    Pakistan cricket team’s all-rounder Muhammad Nawaz has announced the birth of his daughter on Instagram.

    On Instagram, he shared his joy with his fans with the announcement of the birth of a daughter.

    He wrote, “With the endless mercey of Allah Almight, we have been blessed with a baby girl.”

    Muhammad Nawaz married his longtime fiancee Izdihaar from South Africa in 2018.

    They got married in the presence of close relatives in Cape Town, the capital of South Africa. In 2020, their first son, Zarian Khan, was born.

  • Mansha Pasha’s one simple advice for choosing a spouse

    Mansha Pasha’s one simple advice for choosing a spouse

    Actress Mansha Pasha has advice for girls who are looking for an ideal husband.

    Recently, she appeared in ‘Mazaaq Raat’ show where she talked about her work and personal life.

    Talking about her marriage, she said, “When I met Jibran Nasir for the first time, I knew that he would play a big role in my life. After a year of waiting, I got married to Jibran.”

    Advising girls who are looking for an ideal partner, the actress said, “Not every good man is necessarily a good husband, so look for someone who supports you.”

    “Har achi larki achi biwi nahin hoti, har acha larka acha shohar nahin hota,” Pasha believes.

  • Joe Biden appreciates Pakistan’s efforts in tackling terrorism

    Joe Biden appreciates Pakistan’s efforts in tackling terrorism

    President of the United States (US) Joe Biden has highlighted the significance of Washington’s relations with Pakistan for “regional stability and security” after he received a Letter of Credence from the Pakistan Ambassador to the US, Rizwan Saeed Shiekh.

    At a ceremony at Blair House in Washington DC, Biden said, “The relationship between our two countries remains important for regional stability and security. We appreciate US-Pakistan cooperation on countering terrorist threats,” a statement released by the Pakistan embassy in the US read.

    “The United States will continue to stand with Pakistan to tackle the most pressing global and regional challenges of our time,” he added.

    The US President’s statement comes at a crucial time when the US imposed sanctions on three Chinese companies and a Chinese research institute that had assisted Pakistan in developing the Shaheen Three and Ababeel missile systems.

    During a press briefing from Washington yesterday, US State Department spokesperson Matthew Miller had stated, “We have been clear and consistent about our concerns with Pakistan’s ballistic missile programme for many years.”