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  • Qubool hai: Hamza Ali Abbasi & Naimal Khawar

    Qubool hai: Hamza Ali Abbasi & Naimal Khawar

    After a whirlwind week which began with speculations, followed by Hamza’s lengthy acceptance and then a note on the right way of finding love, Hamza Ali Abbasi and Naimal Khawar have said their Qubool hais and are now officially man and wife.

    Their nikkah ceremony, which was an intimate affair, took place in Islamabad in the presence of family and some very close friends. Both the bride and groom looked radiant in white outfits and since it was a day time event they made sure to take some sunkissed selfies and pictures.

    Naimal opted to wear her mother’s bridal dress and jewellery. Islamabad-based designer Maheen Shah did Naimal’s outfit.

    “Naimal wanted to reuse her mother’s bridal and we thought it’ll surely make her look like a timeless bride. Playing with the vintage old world charm we paired it with a gold kamdaani kameez with gota and silma work on the front/back border, sleeves and the neckline. We added another organza dupatta with kamdaani chatta, finished with lace, lappa and taamba lace,” said the designer on the bride’s outfit.

    Close friends of the couple which included Gohar Rasheed, Ammara Hikmat, Usman Mukhtar, Bilal Lashari, Umair Jaswal and Atif Aslam graced the event with their presence. Senior PTI leader Senator Faisal Javed Khan and Murad Saeed were also present at the event.

    • The Groomsmen
    • Usman Mukhtar with the bride

    Besties Gohar Rasheed and Bilal Lashari were the dulha’s gawah.

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    Here are some video highlights from the event.

    The larkay walay arriving

    Hamza Ali Abbasi with his mother and sister Dr Fazeela Abbasi.

    Qubool hai time

    The bride and groom meeting after the Nikkah

    Putting a ring on it

    The dulha dulhan sharing a light moment

    Selfie time

    Hamza is the perfect husband as he helps his wife manage her outfit as she walks.

    Rukhsati

    Wishing the couple a wonderful married life.

  • Robbers create WhatsApp group ‘Dakaiti Qaumi Movement’ to plan thefts

    Robbers create WhatsApp group ‘Dakaiti Qaumi Movement’ to plan thefts

    Dacoits in Karachi have created a WhatsApp group, ‘Dakaiti Qaumi Movement’ to plan robberies.

    As per reports,  members of the group have also set up a welfare program for themselves, on the lines of government agencies. All this was revealed after the leader of the group and his aides were arrested by the police. Further raids are being conducted to arrest other members.

    During the investigations, the kingpin of the robbers and the group admin confessed that the WhatsApp group was made to contact each other without getting traced. Group admin used to plan a robbery and only four to five members of the group used to target those individuals or locations.

    The legal expenses of the member arrested, treatment of the members injured in police action and financial help to the families of the group members was also taken care of by the group.

  • PICTURES: Imad Wasim ties the knot

    PICTURES: Imad Wasim ties the knot

    Pakistan team’s all-rounder Imad Wasim became the second Pakistani cricketer after Hassan Ali to tie the knot this week.

    His nikkah ceremony with British-Pakistani Sannia Ashfaq held today at the Faisal Mosque, Islamabad.

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    The valima will take place on August 26 in the capital and notable people from Pakistan including Prime Minister (PM) Imran Khan and Director General (DG) Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) have been invited to the event.

    Apart from the premier, invites were also sent out to PM Imran’s special assistant on political affairs, Naeemul Haque, and Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) Senator Faisal Javed Khan.

  • Student arrested for posing as PRO to CM Buzdar

    Student arrested for posing as PRO to CM Buzdar

    A university student, posing as the public relations officer (PRO) to Chief Minister Punjab Usman Buzdar was arrested and sent to Adiala jail.

    According to police sources, Hamza Feroz, a resident of Gulraiz Colony, Rawalpindi, wanted police protocol for his parents who returning from Hajj. In this matter, he called the police security branch and introduced himself as the chief minister’s PRO and asked for police deployment along the route starting from Golra Mor to Soan Camp.

    Feroz’s demand made the chief security officer (CSO) of Special Branch suspicious, who then verified details and found them to be fake. The CSO then informed the city police officer and alerted the police.

    Hamza along with his brother was going to the Islamabad International Airport (IIA) in a luxury car with a flashing blue revolving light and Pakistan’s flag on its front to receive their parents when the police intercepted them for driving recklessly. Upon investigation, it was revealed that he was the same person posing to be the CM’s PRO. The police then took them into custody.

    It was further revealed that the vehicle the brothers were driving was not verified and no customs had been paid on it. The car was seized by the customs staff while the student claiming to be the PRO to the chief minister was sent to Adiala jail. Hamza’s brother obtained pre-arrest bail.

    Chief Minister Usman Buzdar has already directed all administrative departments and divisional and district police chiefs not to entertain requests made in person or on phone by unknown persons posing themselves as his relatives and to double-check anyone who claims to be. The directives were issued after some people had falsely represented themselves as relatives of the chief minister in order to get favours.

  • Karachi-based matchmaker Mrs Khan says women are to blame for divorces

    Karachi-based matchmaker Mrs Khan says women are to blame for divorces

    Welcome to your daily dose of cringe.

    A Karachi-based matchmaker, who is popularly known as Mrs Khan, on live television said that rising divorces are due to women’s inability to bow down before their husbands and because they argue too much.

    “We were told from the start that we should hold our tongue and keep it in control,” Mrs Khan said. “If a woman keeps her tongue in check, we wouldn’t have to face these problems. Such problems arise when women are unable to control themselves and try to dominate their husbands.”

    She continued, “We were told that when the husband comes home, his shoes and clothes should be properly placed. There should be a roti on the tawa just ready to be served with the salan, which is supposed to have been prepared beforehand. But girls nowadays – they say that will not make rotis or do any work.”

    “Phir shaadi kyun ki?” she asked angrily. “If you’re not capable of doing this, then don’t get married…Until and unless you’re not a proper woman then don’t get married. Marriage means responsibility.”

    When the host interrupted Mrs Khan and said that girls say “Hum maasi ban kar thori kisi kay ghar ja rahe hain, hum toh biwi ban kar ja rahe hain,” Mrs Khan attacked her.

    “Were they maids in their parent’s house? Or are they some minister or governor’s daughter? You’ll have to do it [house work] like your mother. Who would take care of you and your needs, give you food etc? Who would bring money to the house? The same rules apply in your own marriage.”

    She then reiterated her earlier point that no matter strata of the society girls belong to they must always keep their mouths shut and never voice their opinions.

    She then proceeded to say that the media has ruined women and encouraged them to “open their mouths” while the husband listens silently.

    Needless to say, Mrs Khan’s comments sparked outrage among women who were disgusted by her misogynist and outdated comments.

    And men had a field day because they found a woman who agrees with their misogynist thoughts.

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    Watch full video here:

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  • Did you know reading is healthy?

    Did you know reading is healthy?

    We all know books are good for the brain and food for the soul. But what we may not know is that books are healthy for us in other ways as well.

    Unfortunately, according to a recent survey carried out by Gallup, 75% of Pakistanis claim not to read any books at all and only 9% are avid readers.

    Here are some health benefits of reading books which might encourage you to head to the nearest bookstore and grab a book or two.

    Reduces stress

    Research from the University of Sussex suggests that daily reading can lessen stress up to 68 percent, even more than listening to music, drinking a cup of tea or taking a walk.

    Improves IQ

    Books improve verbal IQ and stimulate parts of the brain related to language and memory. Reading also delays cognitive decline in the elderly.

    Helps in weight loss

    For those struggling to lose weight, adding a good novel to your diet and exercise routine could help. A study from Duke University suggested that reading an inspiring novel helped young girls to achieve weight loss within six months compared to those who didn’t read.

    Boosts emotional intelligence

    Reading boosts emotional intelligence. By reading and imagining a character in mind, it becomes easier to see yourself in a character’s actions. Beyond just entertainment, you find inspiration and empathy.

  • CM Buzdar sends mangoes as gifts to TV anchors and party workers

    Chief Minister (CM) Punjab Usman Buzdar has been alleged of using public money to send mangoes as gifts to T.V anchors, ministers and party workers.

    A Daily Times writer, Zeeshan Khan Niazi from his Twitter account had yesterday posted pictures of the list including names of Pakistan Tehreeke Insaf (PTI) party workers, ministers, T.V anchors from ARY News channel, among else, to whom mangoes were being sent as a gift.

    Further proving those pictures to be authentic, Arshad Sharif, who is a programme host on ARY news channel has posted pictures of courier boxes and wrote that he has returned the gift and urged Usman Buzdar to give them to “deserving people”, instead.

    Furthermore, in another tweet, he wrote that he has received multiple calls from the chief minister’s staff from different numbers and told them that he “does not accept gifts from government officials”.

    However, chief minister’s spokesperson Dr. Shahbaz Gill has rejected claims of using public money and clarified that CM Buzdar has used his own money to buy these gifts, that are worth a few hundred only.

  • Marvel’s first Muslim superhero is a Pakistani-American teen

    Marvel’s first Muslim superhero is a Pakistani-American teen

    Marvel Studios has finally announced Ms Marvel. The studio’s first Muslim superhero will debut soon on the highly awaited streaming platform Disney+, which will launch internationally on November 12.

    As per reports, the studio is developing Ms Marvel with Kamala Khan, the first Muslim-American superhero taking the lead to headline her own solo Marvel project. The project will be helmed by Bisha K. Ali.

    In the comics, Kamala Khan is a Muslim, Pakistani American teenager from Jersey City who one day discovers that she has gained superpowers. She takes over the mantle of Ms. Marvel after Carol Danvers becomes Captain Marvel and works to keep her Jersey neighborhood safe.

    Ms. Marvel series will also revolve around the life of the same teenager Kamala Khan who can stretch and change shape. The project is in early development and no timeline or cast has been set.

  • Mummies here’s how you can look fresh when dropping your kids to school

    Mummies here’s how you can look fresh when dropping your kids to school

    School season is back and children of all ages are getting ready to go back to school in a couple of days. Even more nervous than the children are possibly the first-time mummies who will be going to drop their children to school. More than anything, it is the pressure of looking good and presentable which makes them all the more anxious. Lucky for you, we have three easy hacks which will make mummies of all ages look fresh.

    Dab concealer on your dark circles

    A mother is the one person in the household who probably gets the least amount of sleep. To look awake and fresh, just dab a bit of concealer on the undereye area and blend with your middle finger.

    Use lipstick to give a light flush

    For that flushed, early morning look take a bit of your favourite pink lipstick and blend into your cheeks. Use the same on your lips or you can use a tint for the lips.

    Brush your eyebrows

    Defining your eyebrows can make you look more put together. Just take some tinted eyebrow gel and brush your eyebrows with it.

    There, you’re done.

    Doing all this will barely take more than five minutes and in the end you’ll feel fresh and more confident.

  • Breaking all records, tax filers number increases by 69% under PTI

    Breaking all records, tax filers number increases by 69% under PTI

    The number of income tax-filers in Pakistan has jumped to 2.5millions recording a rise of 69% during the current fiscal year, ARY News has reported.

    According to the details, the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has reported that over 1.36 million people have been added to the number of income tax filers in the country.

    FBR also aims to achieve a target of 4 million tax returns by the end of tax year 2019.

    Chief In-Land Revenue (Operations) of FBR Bakhtiar Muhammad said that according to the facts and figures, the number of income tax filers reached over 2.5 million till August 21, while the number of income tax return filers was over 1.5 million last year.

    Earlier in July, FBR Chairman Shabbar Zaidi had said all measures are being taken to include more people in the tax net, adding that “We cannot have stabilized and equitable society unless we have a fair taxation system”.