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  • The guy who bowled the super over against Pakistan on June 6

    The guy who bowled the super over against Pakistan on June 6

    Saurabh Naresh Netravalkar, who gave America a historic victory, is an Indian-American cricketer. He is a full-time software engineer and works in a corporation company.

    Netravalkar made his debut in first-class cricket for Team Mumbai in the 2013 Ranji Trophy and in 2014 he also started playing List A matches.

    He also represented India in the 2010 Under-19 World Cup, but he did not get much chance to play in India and came to America in search of better opportunities.

    In January 2018, Netravalkar was selected in the American cricket team and in October of the same year he became the captain of his team. Under the leadership of Netrawalkar, the US team played a series of international T20 matches against the UAE in February 2019 and in April 2019.

    Netravalkar played a crucial role in helping USA win the Super Over stage against Pakistan in the Group One match of the T20 World Cup.

  • Sajal Aly wants to work with THIS actor

    Sajal Aly wants to work with THIS actor

    Actress Sajal Aly has expressed her wish to work with Indian actor Ranbir Kapoor.  She is currently working on a TV drama serial with Hamza Sohail called ‘ Zard Patton ka Bunn’. In a recent interview with Fuchsia magazine, Sajal Aly and Hamza Sohail shared their thoughts on working in Bollywood. Sajal Aly said that she would be interested in working with Ranbir Kapoor.

    “I would love to work with Bollywood director Imtiaz Ali and if given the opportunity, I would like to work with Ranbir Kapoor again,” she said.

    “There are many talented and experienced actresses in Pakistan, and I would prefer to work with them first,” saif her co-star Hamza Sohail, adding, “I think it’s important to explore the talent we have in our own country before looking elsewhere.”

    Sajal Aly has already worked in a Bollywood film, ‘Mom’, with the legendary actress the late Sri Devi.

  • Sarim Burney sent to jail, court rejects extension in physical remand

    Sarim Burney sent to jail, court rejects extension in physical remand

    Karachi court rejected the request to extend the physical remand of activist Sarim Burney in the case of human trafficking. He has been sent to jail on judicial remand.

    Burney was detained by the FIA on charges of human trafficking and fraud. He was produced in the court of Judicial Magistrate Sharqi after a two-day physical remand.

    Court proceedings

    The investigating officer of FIA requested an extension in the physical remand of the accused, claiming that the mother of an allegedly smuggled child, Afshin, had sold the baby girl to a woman named Madiha. Madiha had then reportedly sold the baby girl to another woman, Bushra. On the other hand, Sarim Burney Trust declared the girl an orphan in front of the family court.

    The investigating officer also complained in court that Sarim Burney is not cooperating in the investigation as he is not answering questions correctly. He pleaded that more than 20 victims have to be identified, but the accused is not helping the FIA in the investigation.

    The court raised the question of money exchanged with the person who adopted a baby girl Haya. A lawyer said that the person who adopted the girl paid three thousand dollars. The court asked if there is any evidence related to the money. The lawyer replied that FIA is trying to get digital and financial records from US authorities.

    FIA wants the case of minor girls to be tried without camera recordings, as it claimed that an organised group is involved. They also wanted Burney to get one more week on a physical remand.

    The court inquired if the biological parents of the girls were alive. The lawyer affirmed that the parents of the girls are alive and will get their statements recorded in court.

    Burney’s lawyer, Amir Nawaz Waraich, appeared in court and said that the family had been contacted, and they gave the girls willingly. He alleged that baby girl Haya’s mother was being blackmailed by the FIA for two and a half months.

    Burney’s lawyer defended his client by saying that the accused would answer the appropriate questions. Burney said that he had evidence in his mobile phone.
    However, the court asked Burney why he lied when he knew that the real parents of the girl were alive, to which Sarim said he did not know.

    The court expressed surprise at this answer and remarked that Burney is the head of the institution; how could he not know?

    Burney filed a bail application, but the court ordered the FIA ​​investigating officer to record his statement and sent him to jail on judicial remand until the next hearing, which is scheduled for June 10.

    A physical remand is a type of police remand in which the accused person is taken into custody so that the investigation can be carried out. However, in the Judicial remand

    Previously, the FIA claimed that Sarim Barney admitted to making a mistake in his initial statement. However, in a judicial remand, the accused is sent to jail.  Only after the judicial remand in Pakistan, the accused can file a bail petition before a judge.

    Read more: Sarim Burney admits to wrongdoing in human trafficking case

  • Gold price falls by Rs3,600 per tola to Rs239,400

    Gold price falls by Rs3,600 per tola to Rs239,400

    Gold prices in Pakistan witnessed a significant decrease on Saturday, with the rate of 24-karat gold falling by Rs3,600 per tola. According to the Karachi Sarafa Association, 24-karat gold was priced at Rs239,400 per tola.

    In tandem, the price of 24-karat gold per 10 grammes saw a reduction, now standing at Rs205,247, down by Rs3,086. The decline extended to 22-karat gold, which is now quoted at Rs188,143 per 10 grammes.

    Silver prices also experienced a drop in the domestic market. The rate for 24-karat silver decreased by Rs50, bringing the price to Rs2,750 per tola. Similarly, the price for 24-karat silver per 10 grammes fell by Rs43, settling at Rs2,358.

    On the global stage, spot gold concluded the week at $2,293 per ounce, marking a 1.4 per cent decline over the week. The drop in international gold prices has contributed to the downward trend observed in the local market.

    This decrease in gold and silver prices is reflective of broader economic factors influencing precious metals globally, impacting local market conditions.

  • Why is section 144 imposed in Lahore?

    Why is section 144 imposed in Lahore?

    The Punjab government has enforced Section 144 in Lahore to forbid the sale of sacrificial animals on highways, streets, and alleys.

    The imposition of section 144 will maintain law and order in the city and ensure smooth traffic flow during the lead-up to Eid-ul-Azha, according to the government.

    Under this restriction, the sale and purchase of sacrificial animals are restricted to eight designated Qurbani markets within the city.
    This ban is effective immediately and will remain in place until June 20.

    The decision was made following a recommendation from the Deputy Commissioner of Lahore, who emphasised the need for such measures in the public interest, as per the Home Department in Lahore.

    Authorities have warned that any violation of Section 144 will be met with strict action to ensure compliance.

  • Imad Wasim likely to be sent back to Pakistan after match against India

    Imad Wasim likely to be sent back to Pakistan after match against India

    The Pakistan cricket team management is likely sending Imad Wasim back to Pakistan as he is not fully fit.

    The 35-year-old has not recovered from the pain in his ribs and there is a possibility of a fracture in his ribs. Mehran Mumtaz is being considered to replace Imad Wasim.

    The team management is willing to include Imad Wasim in match against India but the captain and team management have asked for left-arm spinner Mehran Mumtaz to be ready for the upcoming matches. Mehran Mumtaz has been training at the National Cricket Academy for the past two days.

    Imad has already missed the match against USA.

  • No political slogans allowed during Hajj, warns Saudi Arabia

    No political slogans allowed during Hajj, warns Saudi Arabia

    Saudi Minister of Hajj and Umrah Tawfiq al-Rabiyyah, on June 6, warned pilgrims that political slogans are not allowed during Hajj.

    Saudi Minister of Hajj Tawfiq al-Rabiyyah told reporters in Riyadh that, “Hajj is for worship and not for any political slogans, so no one will be allowed to raise political slogans during Hajj,” Geo News reported.

    The Saudi Minister for Hajj said that Hajj is a form of worship, and the Saudi government wants to ensure that Hajj remains the highest manifestation of humility, peace and spirituality.

    Moreover, the official page of news publication ‘Inside The Haramain’ posted the minister’s press conference with the caption, “Hajj is for worship only, not for political slogans.”

    The post further added, “Making Dua for Palestinians especially our brothers in Gaza is not banned, this is completely false. What is banned is raising political slogans, be it from any country or region. ONLY the Dhikr of Allah can be raised in the Two Holy Mosques and Mosques.”

  • Justice for Animals: Ushna Shah to give 100,000 reward for information on puppy murderers

    Justice for Animals: Ushna Shah to give 100,000 reward for information on puppy murderers

    Renowned actor Ushna Shah voiced her outrage against three animal abusers who callously threw a puppy from a balcony. The video of the three men went viral after Ayesha Chundrigar Foundation, an animal shelter, raised the issue. Shah stated, “They threw puppies down a balcony for pleasure… that’s serial killer behavior. Perhaps a gap in my vocabulary isn’t the worst thing.”

    Following this, she posted on X, formerly known as Twitter, saying, “I am putting a 100k bounty on their heads: Help me find them. If any lawyer wants to take up this case pro bono and help keep them behind bars for the maximum amount of time (once they’re found), please get in touch. (Bounty is a rhetorical term. Don’t kill them, duh).”

    She added, “I am personally offering a reward of 100,000 PKR. (50K per monster) to anyone who turns these two in. Once they are behind bars, the reward will be given personally to me in cash. As well as a meet and greet with the winner and their family. Spread the word and find these perpetrators.”

    The puppy killers have been identified as Asad and Talat, and have not yet been arrested by the police.
    Asad is the primary suspect as he was the one recording the video and ordering a third person, Qasim (who has been arrested) to throw the puppy off the balcony.

    Talat Khan was also involved in instructing Qasim to commit the same act.

    Trigger warning: watch the video here:

  • Pakistan’s ‘The Glass Worker’ makes history at Annecy animation festival in France

    Pakistan’s ‘The Glass Worker’ makes history at Annecy animation festival in France

    The first hand-drawn animated film from Pakistan, titled ‘The Glass Worker,’ will be screened at the Annecy International Animation Film Festival in France, which is a historic win for Pakistan.

    The Glass Worker, created and directed by Khizar and Salman Riyaz, is produced by Mano Animation Studios. Mandviwalla Entertainment and Geo Films are presenting the movie together. The movie also premiered at the prestigious Cannes Film Festival in France last month.

    The story of the film ‘The Glass Worker’ tells the story of Vincent, a young glass artisan, and his father Tomas, who find their peaceful lives disrupted by the looming war. As Vincent falls for Alliz, the daughter of an army colonel, they must summon the courage to stand up to their fathers and fight for their love and their art.

  • PTI’s Zartaj Gul nominated as parliamentary leader

    PTI’s Zartaj Gul nominated as parliamentary leader

    Sunni Ittehad Council (SIC) has nominated Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) leader Zartaj Gul as a parliamentary leader, Express News reported on Saturday.

     Imran Khan approved the Gul’s name as the parliamentary leader.

    Earlier, the party proposed the names of four leaders, including Zartaj Gul, Sahibzada Mehboob Sultan, Zain Qureshi, and Ahmed Chatha, for the appointment for the National Assembly.

    Chairman PTI Barrister Gohar Khan also confirmed being informed about the nomination of Zartaj Gul as a parliamentary leader.

    SIC’s chief, Hamid Raza, will inform the NA speaker about Gul’s nomination on Monday.

    We interviewed Zartaj Gul when she was climate change minister in PTI’s government. Watch the interview here.