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  • Huawei introduces world’s first triple-foldable phone

    Huawei introduces world’s first triple-foldable phone

    The Chinese smartphone manufacturer Huawei has introduced the world’s first triple-foldable phone, Mate XT.

    For the past few months, there have been reports that Huawei will introduce the world’s first triple-foldable phone, but the company has not given any explanation. Now, the company has surprised everyone by introducing the world’s first triple-foldable phone just hours after Apple introduced the iPhone 16.

    According to Reuters, Huawei’s world-first triple-foldable phone also has artificial intelligence (AI) features and tools. The phone has AI video, photo, and voice-adding features, while it also has the best and most powerful camera technology.

    The phone’s back has three cameras: the main 50-megapixel camera and the other two 12-megapixel cameras. The front has an 8-megapixel selfie camera.

    The phone packs a 5600 mAh battery with a 56-watt fast charger and a 50-watt wireless charger, 16GB of RAM, and different memory modules, including 128, 256, and 512GB modules.

    The phone’s highlight is its unique design, which looks like the English letter Z when opened. This phone has one more screen than conventional phones of today.

    The phone is designed so that the screen is less than 7 inches when used like a traditional phone, but it becomes 10 inches when fully opened and can also be used as a tablet.

    The phone’s price starts at $2800 (about 8 lakh Pakistani rupees), while the highest memory module costs $3300 (more than 9 lakh Pakistani rupees).

    The phone will be sold worldwide, including in China, on September 20, the same day the iPhone 16 will be sold worldwide.

  • Is Champions Trophy being shifted from Pakistan? ICC chief executive clears the air

    Is Champions Trophy being shifted from Pakistan? ICC chief executive clears the air

    As Pakistan upgrades its stadiums and facilities for Champions Trophy 2025, speculation has been rife that hosting rights may be taken away from the country.

    However, International Cricket Council (ICC) Chief Executive Geoff Allardice has confirmed now that there are no plans to move the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 from Pakistan, Geo News has reported.

    Addressing a media briefing held for the Women’s T20 World Cup, Geoff expressed his satisfaction with the tournament venue and said that the ICC is making regular visits to its member countries, including Pakistan, to ensure the successful hosting of events.

    He said, “No team has hesitated to play in the tournament. All teams are committed to playing in Pakistan. Despite previous challenges, all participating teams are determined to play in Pakistan.”

    The ICC Champions Trophy will host eight elite teams based on their performance in the 2023 ODI World Cup: India, Australia, New Zealand, England, South Africa, Bangladesh, and Afghanistan.

    Pakistan is currently the defending champion of the Champions Trophy. The Pakistan cricket team, led by former captain Sarfraz Ahmed, won the Trophy in England in 2017, defeating India in the final.

  • Kabhi Main Kabhi Tum: Mustafa and Sharjeena face toughest challenge yet

    Kabhi Main Kabhi Tum: Mustafa and Sharjeena face toughest challenge yet

    Kabhi Main Kabhi Tum continues to captivate audiences with its gripping storyline.

    The latest twist in episode 20 has left viewers eager to know what happens next as Mustafa and Sharjeena face their toughest challenge yet.

    In a heartbreaking moment, Mustafa once again finds himself betrayed by those closest to him. His parents, who should have stood by him, sided with Rubab in her false allegations against the couple.

    Accused of stealing money, Mustafa’s father even slaps him, leaving him feeling disrespected and heartbroken.

    In a moment of strength, however, Mustafa stands up for his dignity and decides to leave his home, with Sharjeena faithfully by his side as they both counter the emotional storm together.

    Fahad Mustafa and Hania Aamir do just to their role with their exceptional acting.

    Now, the fans wait to see whether Mustafa and Sharjeena’s love will win against all, or will the coming problems break them apart.

    Kabhi Main Kabhi Tum is written by Farhat Ishtiaq and directed by Badar Mehmood.

  • “Emotions, Complaints, Rebuttals: Lawmakers express outrage over arrests of PTI MNAs from prliament

    “Emotions, Complaints, Rebuttals: Lawmakers express outrage over arrests of PTI MNAs from prliament

    Discussion at the National Assembly (NA) turned heated following the arrest of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) lawmakers from the Parliament premises. At the same time, chairman PTI Barrister Gohar Khan announced a boycott of the NA proceeding.

    Commenting on the First Information Report (FIR) registered against PTI lawmakers based on a new Public Order Act, Barrister Gohar said that no other country has a law to register complaints against the delay of a rally.

    He cleared that complaints had been lodged against him for carrying a gun and pistols alongside him, raising the question of FIR authenticity.

    He stated that the rally was delayed amid road blockages, which prevented the Chief Minister (CM) of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP), Ali Amin Gandapur, from reaching the Sangjani area for the rally.

    Recording a party protest, Barrister stressed, “Except nine to ten PTI lawmakers, no other MNA would attend the NA proceedings until the September 10 inquiry.”

    Responding to Chairman Pakistan People’s Party (PPP) Bilawal Bhutto’s concerns about the PTI’s lawmaker resignation from Parliament, Gohar clarified: “Under no circumstance would the PTI resign from the parliament or any assembly, nor have we announced as such.”

    Federal Minister for Information and Broadcasting Atta Tarar has claimed that CCTV footage evidence shows no Member National Assembly (MNA) were arrested from parliament premises by federal capital police, which the opposition vehemently rejected.

    Responding to the MNA’s arrest from parliament premises, Bilawal said, “If the government functions only to plan who to arrest today, don’t be happy; we (all lawmakers) are next in the queue.”

    “Opposition shining his politics by the harsh language against journalists and judges,” he said.

    He said the PTI’s leadership can fight the case for Imran Khan but, in parliament, serve the people of Pakistan.

    “Constructively criticise the incumbent government instead of abusing,” he further advised.

    Defence Minister Khawaja Asif remarked, “No MNA would have been apprehended if CM KP Gandapur hadn’t used controversial language.”

    “Pakistan Muslim League (PML-N) and Pakistan People’s Party (PPP) leaders have been imprisoned in the past to save democracy, but why is there so much drama on Khan’s arrest?” he concluded.

  • ‘Too many comparisons, too many expectations’: Maya Khan on rising divorce rates in Pakistan

    ‘Too many comparisons, too many expectations’: Maya Khan on rising divorce rates in Pakistan

    Actress and television host Maya Khan, known for her candid opinions, recently appeared as a guest on the 365 Podcast hosted by Adnan Faisal.

    During the interview, the host asked, “Divorce rates are increasing rapidly. In your opinion, what are the reasons behind this? What does your experience say? Why is it increasing so much?”

    Maya Khan replied, “Too many comparisons and too many expectations from both sides. You can’t expect somebody to be nice to you unless you are nice. And this doesn’t just happen in marriages, it happens everywhere, even in the workplace. Women feel comfortable where they are respected. Money will come as destined, but respect and care are essential. A woman needs kindness. A man can bear it, but a woman cannot to the same extent. Maybe she can bear the burden of bringing money home, but she is dying inside. And the man is dying inside too, when he doesn’t get the promotion he deserves while someone else, a woman, gets it for some other reason. And with all due respect to everybody, our women suffer a lot because they are not ready to compromise where they should.”

    Currently, Maya Khan is starring in Kabhi Main Kabhi Tum, which is written by Farhat Ishtiaq and directed by Badar Mehmood.

  • Interbank closing: Pakistani rupee sees minor 7.72 paisa gain against US dollar

    Interbank closing: Pakistani rupee sees minor 7.72 paisa gain against US dollar

    The Pakistani rupee (PKR) on Wednesday maintained the trend of minor fluctuations in the interbank session and closed the day with minimal gains versus the greenback.

    According to the State Bank of Pakistan (SBP), the rupee witnessed an increase of 0.03 per cent (7.72 paisa) and ended the day at Rs278.54 against the US dollar (USD).

    Exchange companies were buying the US dollar at Rs279.47 and selling it for Rs280.95.

    During the day trade, Pakistani currency’s highest value was recorded at Rs278.70 with the lowest ask of Rs278.50.

    Performance against different foreign currencies:

    Currency Today’s rate Previous closing Change in value
    British Pound 364.35 364.75 40.75 paisa
    Swiss Franc 329.3 328.23 1.07 rupees
    Japanese Yen 1.9705 1.9395 3.1 paisa
    Chinese Yuan 39.16 39.13 2.96 paisa
    Saudi Riyal 74.23 74.27 3.44 paisa
    UAE Dirham 75.86 75.84 1.9 paisa
    Exchange rates for today

    Pakistani rupee’s performance against other foreign currencies, as  expected, did not witness major changes.

    The British Pound dropped 40.75 paisa against PKR and was quoted at Rs364.35 per GBP.

    The Swiss Franc went up by Rs1.07, finishing at Rs329.3 compared to Rs328.23 the previous day.

    Against the Japanese Yen, the PKR dropped by 3.1 paisa, closing at Rs1.9705, down from Rs1.9395 a day earlier.

    The Saudi Riyal fell by 3.44 paisa, closing at Rs74.23 compared to Rs74.27 the day before.

    The UAE Dirham lost 1.9 paisa, going from Rs75.86 to Rs75.84.

    The Chinese Yuan gained 2.96 paisa, closing at Rs39.16, up from Rs39.13.

  • Malaika Arora’s father commits suicide

    Malaika Arora’s father commits suicide

    Bollywood actress and model Malaika Arora’s father Anil Arora committed suicide by jumping from the terrace of the sixth floor of the building. The incident occurred at around 10:30 am on 11 September, Wednesday at his home in Bandra.

    According to media reports, police reached the spot and recovered the body, initiating an investigation into the suicide.

    DCP Crime Branch Raj Tilak Roshan shared the latest update, saying, “We are conducting a thorough investigation and our team, along with forensic experts, is actively involved in the process.”

    After the news of Malaika Arora’s father’s demise, her close friends and other Bollywood celebrities have gathered to offer their support and condolence to her.

    Arbaaz Khan, Malaika’s ex-husband, also arrived at the Arora parents’ home. His father Salim Khan, his wife, and his son Sohail Khan also arrived to offer condolences.

  • Why did Saadia Imam wear someone else’s dress on her wedding?

    Why did Saadia Imam wear someone else’s dress on her wedding?

    One of the best things about getting married is to choose a gorgeous wedding dress. But poor Sadia Imam got deprived of the opportunity to wear the dress of her choice.

    The actress has revealed that her wedding dress was burnt during preparation.

    She appeared on a morning show where she talked about her marriage and the wedding day. “I used to work in a clothes factory and I was working on my wedding dress and during that time, the electricity short circuited, the whole factory burnt down and my wedding dress also got burned”

    She said, “It was my mother’s favorite color, I was very sad, I had made one of my customers the same wedding dress that she was going to wear at her wedding, so I asked the customer for a picture of the wedding dress. This girl then told me, ‘You can wear my wedding dress. My wedding is after yours.’”

    She further added, “I wore this girl’s dress at my wedding and later made a new one of the same”.

  • Speaker suspends five security officials after PTI lawmakers arrested from parliament

    Speaker suspends five security officials after PTI lawmakers arrested from parliament

    Speaker of the National Assembly Sardar Ayaz Sadiq has suspended five security officers for four months after the arrest of the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) lawmakers from parliament premises.

    The National Assembly Secretariat issued an order of suspension of the officials, including Sergeant-at-Arms (BPS-20) Muhammad Ishfaq Ashraf.

    The order read, “During the period of his suspension, he will be entitled to draw pay and allowances as admissible under the applicable rules.”

    In a joint parliament session today, Sadiq ordered an immediate and thorough investigation into the arrest of Members of the National Assembly (MNA).

    During the meeting, Sadiq stated that no compromise would be tolerated on the dignity and prestige of the parliament.

    On Tuesday at midnight 3 AM, plain clothes men entered the parliament, cut the electricity, and arrested at least six PTI’s legislators.

  • Gold price increases by Rs2,300 to record high of Rs264,000 per tola

    Gold price increases by Rs2,300 to record high of Rs264,000 per tola

    The gold price witnessed a massive increase in Pakistan on Wednesday after a strong surge in global rates.

    According to the All-Pakistan Gems and Jewellers Sarafa Association (APGJSA), which releases gold rates on a regular basis, the price of precious metal rose by Rs2,300 per tola in the Pakistani bullion market.

    The price of gold in Pakistan now stands at record high of Rs264,000 per tola, as per the association.

    It is worth noting that the last record high price of gold was recorded in August when it broke Rs263,000 barrier and closed at Rs263,700 per tola.

    Today’s gold rate is Rs300 per tola higher than the last record high.

    Internationally, the yellow metal’s value was recorded at $2,524 per ounce, showing an increase of $23. This rate includes a premium of $20.