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  • Did Shahid Afridi support Israel? Know the reality

    Did Shahid Afridi support Israel? Know the reality

    A photo of Pakistan cricket team’s former captain, Shahid Afridi has created a stir on social media, based on which the cricketer is being accused of being a ‘supporter of Israel’.

    In a viral photo, Afridi can be seen allegedly participating in a protest organised by an Israel-supporting organization.

    Users are claiming that Shahid Afridi was photographed in Manchester with officials of the Zionist organization ‘Northwest Friends of Israel’ in a protest organized for the release of Israelis held hostage by Hamas.

    The photo was posted by the official X account of ‘Northwest Friends of Israel’.

    The post stated, “Pakistani cricketer Shahid Afridi attended and expressed support for our protest for the recovery of Israeli hostages in Manchester on Sunday. Shahid Afridi is pictured with Rafi Bloom, the co-chairperson of the organization and Bernie Yaffe, the deputy chairperson.”

    The post from the official account of the Israeli organization tagged Afridi and thanked him for his support.

    A storm was unleashed on social media with many people criticizing the cricketer.

    Many users started showering Shahid Afridi with various titles like ‘Jewish agent’, ‘friend of Israel’, and ‘anti-Palestinian’, while some users even called him a ‘traitor’.

    After this controversy, Shahid Afridi released an explanation for the viral picture.

    Taking to his official ‘X’ account, he wrote: “Imagine strolling down a street in Manchester (UK) and so-called fans approach you for a selfie. You oblige, and moments later, they upload it as some form of Zionist endorsement. Unbelievable! Please don’t believe everything that is uploaded.”

    “Seeing innocent lives in Palestine suffer is truly heartbreaking. Thus, any photo or association shared by Manchester does not reflect my support for any situation where human lives are at stake. I take pictures with fans from all over the globe, and this situation was no different. I pray for peace, I pray for an end to this war, I pray for freedom.”

    Many social media users are pointing out that Shahid Afridi went to Manchester two weeks ago where various people took pictures with him on the way.

    Over the years, Afridi has multiple times expressed support for Palestine, including hoisting a Palestinian flag on his house.

  • T20 World Cup: South Africa defeates USA by 18 runs

    T20 World Cup: South Africa defeates USA by 18 runs

    In the first match of the Super 8 stage of the International Cricket Council (ICC) T20 World Cup, South Africa defeated the USA by 18 runs.

    America won the toss and invited South Africa to bat.

    First inning:

    South Africa had a disappointing start to the innings and lost their first wicket at the start of the innings at a total score of 16.

    After that, de Cook and captain Aiden Markram batted responsibly and paved the way for the big target by forming a partnership of 110 runs.

    In the scheduled 20 overs, South Africa scored 194 runs for the loss of 4 wickets. Quinton de Cook scored 74 and Aiden Markram scored 46 runs while Klaasen remained unbeaten with 36 runs.

    USA’s Saurabh Natravakar and Harmeet Singh took two wickets each.

    Second inning:

    Chasing South Africa’s target of 195 runs, the American team managed to score 176 runs for the loss of 6 wickets in the allotted overs.

    Andries Gous scored 80 runs on 47 balls. Apart from this Steven Tayler 24, Corey Anderson 12 and Harmeet Singh scored 38 runs for USA.

    For Protease, Kagiso Rabada took three wickets while Keshav Maharaj, Anrich Nortje, Tabraiz Shamsi took one wicket each.

  • Kane Williamson steps down from captaincy also refuses to take central contract

    Kane Williamson steps down from captaincy also refuses to take central contract

    Kiwi team captain Kane Williamson refused to take the central contract of New Zealand cricket and also resigned from the leadership of New Zealand’s white-ball team.

    According to media reports, after refusing to take the central contract, Williamson became free from availability for the entire season. Still, despite not taking the central contract, Williamson has expressed his determination to be available for New Zealand cricket.

    Kane Williamson will not be available to New Zealand during the summer season in January. Still, he will be available to the Kiwi team for the 8 Test Championship matches and the Champions Trophy in Pakistan.

    The New Zealand team has been eliminated from the Super Eight stage of the ongoing T20 World Cup in America and the West Indies.

  • Diljit Dosanjh and Momin Saqib bring double the fun in ‘Jatt and Juliet 3’

    Diljit Dosanjh and Momin Saqib bring double the fun in ‘Jatt and Juliet 3’

    Renowned Punjabi singer Diljit Dosanjh has teamed up with actor and social media influencer Momin Saqib to promote the upcoming film ‘Jatt and Juliet 3’. Scheduled for worldwide release on June 27, the movie is the third installment in the popular ‘Jatt and Juliet’ series.

    In a video posted on Diljit’s official Instagram account, he announced the film’s release date with Momin Saqib by his side, stating, “‘Jatt & Juliet 3’ Releasing Worldwide 27th June.”

    Dressed in traditional Punjabi clothing, Diljit also spoke about the Pakistan match in the T20 World Cup, saying, “I decided to come after I saw you feeling sad following the World Cup match.”

    Momin Saqib commented, “Paaji, you’re one of the kindest and most down-to-earth people I’ve met. It was a pleasure. Can’t wait to see Jatt and Juliet 3 in cinemas.”

    In the video, the duo embraced four times in traditional Punjabi style, adding to the excitement surrounding the film’s release.

  • Neelam’s Muneer mom is looking for Neelum’s perfect match

    Neelam’s Muneer mom is looking for Neelum’s perfect match

    Who hasn’t dreamt of finding the perfect match? Neelam Muneer, a talented actress known for her roles in dramas and films, is now on the lookout for her perfect match, as revealed by her mother on a recent show.

    Neelum and her mom were invited as guests on ‘Hasna Mana Hai,’ where her mom talked about the struggles she has seen in life.The host asked, “Can you tell us, Neelum, you were only three years old when your father passed away? And how your mother encouraged and supported you since then? Did you ever feel like giving up or did you always want to do what you wanted?” 

    Her mother responded: “My husband passed away when Neelam was just three years old, leaving me to care for our four young daughters, including a baby in my arms. I didn’t remarry despite family pressure. Instead, I focused on my daughters’ happiness and supported Neelam’s acting career every step of the way,” said Neelum’s mom.When asked about her daughter’s perfect match, Neelum’s mother said, “I never pressure my daughters to get married. Now, I have convinced Neelum to consider it and we are on the lookout for a nice guy for her.”

    Neelum Muneer has previously worked in hit dramas like ‘Dil Mom Ka Diya’, ‘Kaise Hoye Benaam’, ‘Thoda Sa Aasman’, ‘Meri Subah Ka Sitara’, ‘Aankh Macholi’ and ‘Bojh’.

  • Maryam Nawaz to award prizes to cleaning staff on Eid: Azma Bukhari

    Provincial Information Minister of Punjab, Azma Bukhari, has said that Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz is personally overseeing the cleaning campaign in Punjab and has instructed officials to award cleaners.

    She added that the ‘Saaf Suthra Punjab’ campaign was successfully conducted throughout the province. Litter was promptly cleared within one hour from all sacrificial sites, and waste management staff were provided with food for Eid ul Azha.

    The provincial Information Minister, Ali Amin Gandapur, criticized the Chief Minister of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa for focusing on threats rather than cleanliness. She expressed disappointment that he continued to spread hatred even on Eid day. She invited him to Lahore, asserting that they would demonstrate effective garbage removal methods.

  • Wedding bells for Sheheryar Munawar and Maheen Siddiqui?

    Wedding bells for Sheheryar Munawar and Maheen Siddiqui?

    Social media is buzzing with rumors that Pakistani heartthrob Sheheryar Munawar is preparing to get married. The celebrated actor, famous for his roles in hit dramas and films, is reportedly in love with fellow actor Maheen Siddiqui, Samma News has reported.

    Speculation about their relationship started when People Pakistan hinted at a possible union between the two stars. Pictures circulating online have added fuel to the rumors, showing close moments between Sheheryar and Maheen.

    Fans and followers have eagerly picked up on the clues, flooding social media with discussions about their alleged romance. The rumor mill went into overdrive when Sheheryar was seen interacting on Maheen’s social media posts, adding to the intrigue.

    Although neither Munawar nor Siddiqui have officially confirmed the news, the idea of their union has already captivated their admirers. If reports are true, wedding bells may ring for the couple as soon as December, marking a new chapter in their lives.

  • This famous actress has never cooked for her husband

    This famous actress has never cooked for her husband

    Its time to retire the old adage that the way to a man’s heart is through his stomach. Plenty of women don’t have the time to cook, and that’s perfectly ok too.

    In a surprising revelation on the ‘A Plus’ Eid special show, popular actress Zara Noor Abbas shared that she has never cooked for her husband. During the show, she opened up about her aversion to handling meat and limited cooking experiences, giving fans an unexpected glimpse into her personal life.

    Zara candidly admitted, “I have never touched meat. I don’t even go near it, I don’t prepare it at all. Nowadays, I am in Lahore and I have been enjoying Eid and guests, but I haven’t been to the kitchen. I don’t cook normally; my husband always requests me to cook something. Well, now I am thinking of cooking namkeen gosht for him. Asad and all his brothers are meat lovers, that’s why I chose this dish.”

    Here is the link to the video:

  • Electricity and gas connections of non-filers to be cut next: FBR Chairman

    Electricity and gas connections of non-filers to be cut next: FBR Chairman

    In order to bring more people into the tax net, Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) Chairman Zubair Tiwana has informed the upper house that non-filers will risk having their SIM cards, gas, and electricity connections suspended.

    Moreover, the Senate’s Standing Committee on Finance and Revenue approved a proposal to impose a foreign travel ban on non-filers.

    The FBR Chairman also stated that a higher withholding tax rate was approved for non-filers. He added that the non-filer list included 500,000 individuals with annual incomes exceeding 2 million.

    “We must eliminate the non-filer category in the country,” stated the Finance Minister of Pakistan Muhammad Aurangzeb earlier on Geo News.

  • French boys charged with rape of 12-year-old girl

    French boys charged with rape of 12-year-old girl

    French authorities said they have charged two teenagers with the gang rape of a 12-year-old Jewish girl in a Paris suburb in an attack suspected to have been motivated by anti-Semitism.

    The violence has sent shockwaves through the Jewish community and added to tensions in the run-up to a snap election that could bring the far-right National Rally to power for the first time.

    The girl told police she was approached by three boys aged between 12 and 13 while she was in a park near her home with a friend and dragged into a shed on Saturday evening in the northwestern suburb of Courbevoie.

    The suspects beat her and “forced her to have anal and vaginal penetration, fellatio, while uttering death threats and anti-Semitic remarks,” a police source told AFP.

    Her friend managed to identify two of the attackers.

    The three boys were arrested on Monday.

    On Tuesday evening, two of them both aged 13 were charged with gang rape, anti-Semitic insults and violence and issuing death threats. The pair were taken into custody.

    The third boy, 12, was also charged with anti-Semitic insults and violence and issuing death threats, but not with rape. He was allowed return home after being charged.