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  • FIA Cybercrime Wing summons Sher Afzal Marwat over March 9 tweet

    FIA Cybercrime Wing summons Sher Afzal Marwat over March 9 tweet

    Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) leader and newly-elected MNA Sher Afzal Marwat has been summoned by the Federal Investigation Agency’s (FIA) Cybercrime Wing on Friday.

    The agency summoned the politician on March 18 for questioning on a tweet he posted on March 9. Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) MNA Barrister Aqeel Malik filed a complaint against Marwat in FIA.

    The prominent lawyer has made several posts on X (previously Twitter), but it’s not clear on which specific tweet he has been summoned.

    One of his tweets was about claims of being assassinated by paid assassins at Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz’s behest.

    “It is imperative to publicly acknowledge that ‘Maryam Nawaz Sharif’ poses a threat to my life, as she has orchestrated an ‘assassination attempt against me,’ which can take place at any time,” Marwat wrote in his post on the aforementioned date.

    He added: “An amount of $100,000 has been allocated by Maryam Nawaz Sharif to these assassins for the “execution of my murder.”

  • PTV legend Rashid Dar passes away

    PTV legend Rashid Dar passes away

    Renowned Pakistani TV producer Rashid Dar has sadly passed away on 15 march 2024 . Known for his iconic dramas like ‘Sona Chandi’, ‘Andhera Ujala’ and ‘Man Chalay Ka Sauda’
    Dar’s contributions to the industry were immense. He battled cancer and passed away in Lahore at the age of 84. His funeral prayers were held near his home in Mozang, Lahore.
    Rashid Dar’s demise marks another loss of a legend in the Pakistani entertainment industry. His work during the golden era of PTV has left an indelible mark on viewers worldwide.
    May his soul rest in peace, and may his family find solace during this difficult time.

  • Amid ‘Katespiracy’, Meghan Markle returns to Instagram

    Amid ‘Katespiracy’, Meghan Markle returns to Instagram

    Meghan Markle, the wife of Britain’s Prince Harry, is launching a new lifestyle brand seemingly named after the couple’s oceanside California home. An Instagram page and website for American Riviera Orchard went live without advance warning Thursday, both featuring a gold-colored crest for the new venture. 

    The logo featured the word Montecito, the celebrity enclave where the couple have lived since 2020, which is close to Santa Barbara — itself sometimes known as the American Riviera. The social media account’s biography simply reads: “by Meghan, The Duchess of Sussex.”

    A representative for the duchess confirmed her participation in the new venture to AFP, without providing further details. American Riviera Orchard appears to be a kitchen and lifestyle-themed brand.

    Thursday’s launch was accompanied by a grainy, retro-style promotional video in which Meghan Markle is seen arranging flowers and baking in a kitchen. A mailing list offered users the chance to sign up to become “the first to know about products, availability, and updates from American Riviera Orchard.”

    Harry and Meghan, who is American, quit royal duties in 2020 and relocated to California. Their official Instagram handle has not posted since then. Meghan’s personal social media accounts and former lifestyle blog were both closed before the couple married.

    In recent years, the couple have pursued a variety of media ventures. They criticised Britain’s royal family in a string of high-profile outpourings including a Netflix documentary series and Harry’s blockbuster autobiography Spare.

    The couple had a Spotify-exclusive podcast deal, which came to an end last year after just one show. Netflix also dropped an animated series created by Meghan but an executive for the streaming giant in January said multiple projects from the couple, including a movie, remained “in very early development.”

  • Fazila Qazi shares advice for insecure wives

    Fazila Qazi shares advice for insecure wives

    Veteran Actor Fazila Qazi recently joined Nida Yasir’s show, Shan e Suhoor, with her whole family. They talked about their strong bond and how Fazila manages her home life. She said, “I always involve my boys in chores. Kaiser helps me in the kitchen and I’ve taught all my kids to do household tasks.” She also praised her younger son’s cooking skills.

    When asked if she ever doubted her husband Kaiser, Fazila replied, “I have never doubted him. I am not insecure.” Offering advice to insecure wives, she suggested staying busy with work or household chores. She said, “When you’re idle, negative ideas come to mind.”

    Fazila stressed the importance of trusting one’s partner. She advised, “People should trust the person they’ve accepted into their lives.”
    Watch the video:

  • Australian wicketkeeper Matthew Wade retiring from red ball cricket

    Australian wicketkeeper Matthew Wade retiring from red ball cricket

    Australian wicketkeeper-batsman Matthew Wade has announced his retirement from red ball cricket on Friday.

    The Sheffield Shield Trophy final will now be the last match of Matthew Wade’s Test career.

    However, for now, Matthew Wade will continue to play white-ball cricket and is hopeful of being included in the squad for the T20 World Cup scheduled in the USA and West Indies.

    “I want to be at my best for white-ball cricket, especially BBL, I feel like the squad we’ve got with the Hurricanes should be, it is spoken about every year … pushing for finals if not contending for titles,” he said on Friday.

    “Not playing the longer format of the game will give me an opportunity to get stronger, get in the gym a bit more and have some longevity in that format.”

    “I’ve got two years (with Hobart) but I’d love to play longer if I could. I feel fresh. There certainly isn’t (an element of) ‘I’m not playing well enough or I don’t feel I can contribute enough’. It’s more the younger players have managed to shove me out the door.”

    Matthew Wade represented Australia in 36 Test matches from 2012 to 2021.

  • Mawra Hocane advocates for the simplicity of love: ‘It’s Not Love If It’s Not Easy

    In today’s world of undefined relationships, understanding love can be tough for many. But actress Mawra Hocane is absolutely clear about how you know when you’ve found your special someone.

    Speaking in a recent interview with Something Haute, Mawra described love as a place where you can be your true self. The ‘Neem’ actress believes that intimacy and authenticity are key components of love. She said, “Being in love means being your true self.”

    Recognizing that life can get chaotic, especially for celebrities like herself, Mawra emphasized that love shouldn’t add to complexity. “Life is already so complicated that love should be easy,” she observed, clarifying that by easy, she doesn’t mean being lazy.

    “The only effort you should have to make in love is to give love. But if it’s taking a lot of effort then it’s probably not love. It should be clear and easy.”
    Despite her deep thoughts on love, Mawra made it clear she’s not currently romantically involved. When asked if love is clear and easy for her, she replied, “Well, it’s not because I’m not in love.”
    Expanding on her views, Mawra pointed out the difference between family bonds and romantic relationships. She highlighted that while family ties are given, love is a choice. She said, “There’s just so much in life you don’t choose. But love, you’re choosing.”

  • Ayesha Omar recovering well from surgery with new bone plate

    Ayesha Omar recovering well from surgery with new bone plate

    Ayesha Omer,best known for her role as Khubsoorat in the sitcom ‘Bulbulay’ is one of the most popular stars in the industry. The girl can model, act, sing and is perhaps the best-dressed actress on the screen.

    Ayesha Omar recently shared a personal update on her Instagram account. She revealed that on the first day of Ramzan, March 12, 2024, she underwent surgery to repair her collarbone, which was injured in a car accident eight years ago.
    The surgery, lasting three hours, involved inserting a titanium plate, taking bone from her hip, and using screws to stabilize the fracture. The surgery was tough because her bones were entangled in tissue and muscle, but Ayesha stayed determined to heal herself.

    She thanked everyone for their support during her hospital stay but asked for no visitors so she could rest.

    Ayesha expressed gratitude to Dr. Imran Shah, emphasizing her trust in his expertise and thanking him for his role in her healing journey. “He is a superstar. I would’ve trusted no one else to do this.”
    Despite experiencing pain, Ayesha finds strength in her faith and support. She knows recovery will take time but remains positive about the next four months. During this period, she plans to focus on music, creative work, and her personal projects.

  • US diplomat Donald Lu to testify on Feb 8 polls before Congress

    US diplomat Donald Lu to testify on Feb 8 polls before Congress

    The Assistant Secretary of the US Department of State for South and Central Asian Affairs, Donald Lu, has been asked to appear before a congress panel to testify whether the February 8 polls in Pakistan were fair or not.  

    Lu will testify during a hearing on March 20 as the former prime minister Imran Khan accused him of playing a part in overthrowing his government in 2022.

    The subcommittee on the Middle East, North Africa, and Central Asia will hold a hearing called “Pakistan After the Elections: Analysing the Future of Democracy in Pakistan and the US-Pakistan Relationship.”

    State Department Spokesperson Matthew Miller, during a press briefing on Thursday, responded to a query, saying that any number of State Department officials testify all the time before Congress.

    “We see it as an important part of our jobs to help Congress do its job, both from a policymaking perspective and from an oversight perspective,” said Miller. 

    He stated that the State Department eagerly anticipates engaging in both informal and formal discussions with Congress, as well as the actual testimony provided by officials.

  • ICC announces additional tickets for T20 World Cup 2024

    ICC announces additional tickets for T20 World Cup 2024

    The International Cricket Council (ICC) has announced additional tickets for the T20 World Cup 2024.

    The sale of tickets for 13 matches, including the semi-final, will begin from March 19, including the sale of tickets for Pakistan’s matches against Ireland and the United States.

    According to ICC, the minimum price of tickets is $6 and the maximum is $35.

    ICC says that more than 11.3 million applications have been received so far in ticket balloting. Tickets for 51 of the 55 T20 World Cup matches have gone on sale, with additional ticket sales initially including hospitality packages for West Indies and New York Stadium.

    The ICC says that the sale of the packages for Grand Prairie Stadium and Broward County Stadium in the USA will be announced later.

    T20 World Cup 2024 will be jointly played in USA and West Indies in June.

  • France interested in Pakistan’s energy sector

    France interested in Pakistan’s energy sector

    A French delegation, led by its Deputy Head of Mission Guillaume Dabouis, showed keeness in investing in Pakistan’s energy sector in a meeting with Pakistan’s Minister of Energy, Musadik Malik in Islamabad, ARY news has reported.

    The French officials showed interest in investing in a number of domains of Pakistan’s energy sector, including LNG cargo provision, energy resource exploration, and projects aimed at improving energy trading, distribution, and transmission within the country.

    They also indicated interest in initiatives focused on lowering line losses and reviving Pakistan’s energy sector overall.

    The energy minister reaffirmed the government’s commitment to addressing the nation’s longstanding energy challenges. He emphasized the shift from piecemeal strategies and assured that the new government would present a thoroughly prepared plan to the International Monetary Fund (IMF).