The mother of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) leader Usman Dar, Rehana Imtiaz Dar, will take part in the upcoming election against Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) leader Khawaja Asif from NA-71 Sialkot-2, after an election tribunal approved her nomination papers on Tuesday.
She will contest for a National Assembly (NA) seat in the upcoming general elections, set to take place on February 8, 2024. Her papers were earlier rejected by the returning officer (RO) on grounds of grabbing 40-marla land by forgery.
The election tribunal, however, heard her appeal against the decision and annulled the RO’s decision, after which her papers were cleared.
However, the nomination papers of Dar’s sister-in-law, Ruba Dar, wife of his brother Umer Dar, were rejected from the same constituency.
In December 2023, Usman Dar said that he will strongly support his mother in the upcoming polls.
American President Joe Biden’s speech at a church in South Carolina was interrupted by chants of “Ceasefire Now” by supporters of the Palestinian cause. The president was there as part of the presidential campaign to woo black voters. This is the same church where a white supremacist shot nine black people in 2015.
‘Ceasefire now!’⁰
US President Joe Biden’s speech at Mother Emanuel AME Church in Charleston, South Carolina, was interrupted by pro-Palestine protesters demanding a ceasefire in Israel’s war on Palestine’s Gaza pic.twitter.com/XE8oPGHBUN
As he was talking about the horrific incident, one protestor got up and said, “If you really care about the lives lost here, then you should honour lives lost and call for a ceasefire in Palestine.” She was then joined by others saying, “Ceasefire Now”. One of them was seen shouting “Blood on your hands” to Biden.
The President was seen calming the charged crowd by raising a hand and saying, “That’s alright”. As security personnel removed the protesters from the church, he said: “I understand their passion, and I’ve been quietly working, quietly working with the Israeli government to get them to reduce and significantly get out of Gaza.”
According to the Gaza health ministry, more than 23,000 Palestinians have been killed in Gaza since October 7.
Biden faced the same situation previously at a human rights’ dinner in Washington DC where pretended to not listen.
“Let Gaza live. Ceasefire now”.
US President Joe Biden is interrupted by a pro-Palestinian protester while giving a speech at a human rights dinner in Washington, DC ⤵️ pic.twitter.com/ZYfTOUgqKy
Indian Union Minister for Minority Affairs Smriti Irani, accompanied by Minister of State for External Affairs V Muraleedharan, visited Madinah city on Monday.
Undertook a historic journey to Madinah today, one of Islam’s holiest cities included a visit to the periphery of the revered Prophet’s Mosque, Al Masjid Al Nabwi, the mountain of Uhud, and periphery of the Quba Mosque – the first Mosque of Islam. The significance of the visit to… pic.twitter.com/WgbUJeJTLv
Irani, who also holds the portfolio of Minister of Women and Child Development, along with the delegation, met up with Indian volunteers catering to Indian Hajj pilgrims and also spoke to Indian Umrah pilgrims.
“Undertook a historic journey to Madinah today, one of Islam’s holiest cities included a visit to the periphery of the revered Prophet’s Mosque, Al Masjid Al Nabwi, the mountain of Uhud, and periphery of the Quba Mosque – the first Mosque of Islam,” she posted on X (formerly Twitter).
“The significance of the visit to these sites courtesy Saudi officials, intertwined with early Islamic history, underscores the depth of our cultural and spiritual engagement,” she added.
According to an official statement, the aim of the visit was to get a first hand look into the arrangements essential to ensure an easy Hajj in 2024 for Indian pilgrims.
“The Government of India is deeply committed to assist in providing facilities and services to Indian Muslims who undertake the Hajj pilgrimage, thereby providing them with a comfortable and fulfilling experience,” it further stated.
Police in India have arrested two individuals who attempted to enter the farmhouse of Bollywood megastar Salman Khan.
According to reports carried by Indian media outlets, a police officer said that guards at the farmhouse apprehended two individuals last week as they were trying to enter the premises. Both men provided false names and addresses.
The incident took place on January 4 in the city of Panvel, Maharashtra, where the actor owns a large farmhouse. Indian authorities state that the men have been arrested, and a case has been filed against them. The individuals have been identified as Ajesh Kumar and Guru Sevak Singh, both hailing from Punjab.
According to police, both suspects claimed to work as carpenters and furniture makers, expressing a desire to meet the actor, which led them to attempt entry into the private property.
Police have charged both suspects with trespassing and forgery, considering their attempts to deceive and providing false information.
Last year, Salman Khan was threatened through a Facebook post, after which police has tightened his security
Social media is a big source of arguments, being the quickest source to share information worldwide. A single picture, especially if posted by someone important, can cause chaos between countries.
Prime Minister of India, Narendra Modi, posted about his recent trip to Lakshadweep on X (former Twitter).
“In addition to the scenic beauty, Lakshadweep’s tranquility is also mesmerising. It gave me an opportunity to reflect on how to work even harder for the welfare of 140 crore Indians,” the caption read.
In addition to the scenic beauty, Lakshadweep’s tranquility is also mesmerising. It gave me an opportunity to reflect on how to work even harder for the welfare of 140 crore Indians. pic.twitter.com/VeQi6gmjIM
Social media erupted with calls for boycott of Maldives tours after Maldivian politician Zahid Rameez made objectionable remarks regarding Modi’s visit to Lakshadweep.
The incident led to the trending of the hashtag #BoycottMaldives on X in India.
The controversy unfolded when Rameez, a member of the Progressive Party, responded to a claim suggesting that PM Modi’s visit was a setback for the Maldives and would boost tourism in Lakshadweep.
Rameez mocked Indians, stating that competing with the Maldives for tourism was “delusional.” He questioned how India could match the level of service and cleanliness offered by the island nation, adding that the permanent smell in Indian rooms would be a significant drawback.
Rameez’s remarks ignited a heated exchange on the microblogging site, with many users sharply criticizing him.
Deputy Minister of the Ministry of Youth Empowerment Maldives, Abdulla Mahzoom Majid, also criticised Modi and said, “While I wish success for India’s tourism, targeting the Maldives so explicitly isn’t diplomatic. India faces significant challenges competing in beach tourism, considering our resort infrastructure exceeds their total islands. Plus this is your culture @narendramodi.”
Subsequently, the hashtag #BoycottMaldives gained traction on social media, with influencers joining the call for a boycott.
Adding fuel to the fire, Maldivian minister Mariyam Shiuna also made derogatory comments against Prime Minister Narendra Modi in a now-deleted post, further fueling the outrage.
Former President Nasheed urged the Maldivian government to distance itself from the offensive comments made by Shiuna and provide clear assurance to India that they do not reflect official government policy.
“What appalling language by Maldives Government official @shiuna_m towards the leader of a key ally, that is instrumental for Maldives’ security and prosperity. @MMuizzu gov must distance itself from these comments and give clear assurance to India they do not reflect gov policy.”
What appalling language by Maldives Government official @shiuna_m towards the leader of a key ally, that is instrumental for Maldives’ security and prosperity. @MMuizzu gov must distance itself from these comments and give clear assurance to India they do not reflect gov policy.
In response to the growing calls for a boycott, several Indian celebrities, including Akshay Kumar and Sachin Tendulkar, took to social media.
Came across comments from prominent public figures from Maldives passing hateful and racist comments on Indians. Surprised that they are doing this to a country that sends them the maximum number of tourists. We are good to our neighbors but why should we tolerate such… pic.twitter.com/DXRqkQFguN
250+ days since we rang in my 50th birthday in Sindhudurg!
The coastal town offered everything we wanted, and more. Gorgeous locations combined with wonderful hospitality left us with a treasure trove of memories.
They promoted the hashtag ‘#ExploreIndianIslands,’ encouraging fellow citizens to support domestic tourism.
Former Indian cricketer Akash Chopra urged Indians to choose wisely in light of the political tensions, emphasizing the importance of national dignity.
‘India Out’ was a part of the manifesto. Maldives voted for it. Now, it’s up to us, Indians, to choose wisely. I know that my family will. Jai Hind
It is so cool to see our Hon PM Narendrabhai Modi at the beautiful clean n stunning beaches of Lakshadweep, and the best part is that yeh hamare India mein hain.
Minister of Foreign Affairs of Maldives, Moosa Zameer, said, “The recent remarks against foreign leaders and our close neighbours are unacceptable and do not reflect the official position of the Government of #Maldives. We remain committed to fostering a positive and constructive dialogue with all our partners, especially our neighbours, based on mutual respect and understanding.”
The recent remarks against foreign leaders and our close neighbours are unacceptable and do not reflect the official position of the Government of #Maldives.
We remain committed to fostering a positive and constructive dialogue with all our partners, especially our neighbours,…
As the controversy continues to unfold, diplomatic relations between India and the Maldives face a test, with the tourism industry caught in the crossfire of political tensions.
An iPhone was found undamaged after a staggering 16,000- foot drop from Alaska Airlines flight 1282 on Sunday, January 7.
A person posted on X that ge discovered the phone and documented their findings with a set of images.
Found an iPhone on the side of the road… Still in airplane mode with half a battery and open to a baggage claim for #AlaskaAirlines ASA1282 Survived a 16,000 foot drop perfectly in tact!
“Found an iPhone on the side of the road… Still in airplane mode with half a battery and open to a baggage claim for #AlaskaAirlines ASA1282 Survived a 16,000-foot drop perfectly intact! When I called it in, Zoe at @NTSB said it was the second phone to be found. No door yet”.
According to a report published by Verge, the phone remained intact because the ground absorbed most of the impact.
An accountability court in Islamabad ordered on Tuesday that the bank accounts of property tycoon Malik Riaz and Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) leaders, including Shahzad Akbar, Zulfi Bukhari, and Farah Gogi, be frozen in relation to the £190 million case.
The Accountability Court has ordered to freeze the assets and bank accounts of six suspects in the said case.
The accountability court has also ordered the seizure of vehicles registered in the name of the suspects , while also issuing permanent arrest warrants after declaring them absconders.
On December 1, 2023, the National Accountability Bureau (NAB) filed a reference against PTI founder Imran Khan, his wife Bushra Bibi, and others in the case of £190 million National Crime Agency (NCA), the UK.
The reference from NAB, Rawalpindi, alleges that the accused individuals, in collaboration with each other, have engaged in acts of corruption and corrupt practices, as outlined and punishable under the National Accountability Ordinance (NAO) of 1999.
Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) founder and former prime minister Imran Khan was arrested on Tuesday in connection with the GHQ attack case pertaining to May 9 riots.
The former prime minister was summoned by an Anti-Terrorism Court (ATC) in Rawalpindi on Tuesday in connection with the GHQ attack case. Khan is already behind bars in cipher and graft cases.
However, Imran Khan attended the hearing via video link, as he could not be produced in court by Adiala jail police.
During the hearing, police officials asked for the custody in May 9 cases, but ATC Judge Malik Aijaz Asif declined the request.
The ATC judge instructed the police to investigate the PTI founder in Adila jail.
The development occurred days after the arrest of PTI’s senior leader Shah Mahmood Qureshi in the May 9 case after getting bail in cipher case from the Supreme Court (SC).
Earlier, a local court in Rawalpindi approved Shah Mahmood Qureshi’s 14-day remand in connection with May 9 cases and sent him to Adiala jail.
Popular Pakistani actor Feroze Khan, who faced controversy over domestic violence allegations last year, has exciting news for his fans. He recently announced the launch of a new feature film on Instagram, sharing a photo and video alongside Indian actress and model Gathika Tiwari.
In the caption, Feroze revealed that Tiwari will be starring alongside him in the upcoming film. The film will be directed by Zulfikar Ali, while Asad Mumtaz will be the DPO. Feroze also tagged Bilal Qureshi as the executive producer of the project.
Feroze is trying to leave the controversies of the past behind him. He recently shared a video offering fans a sneak peek into the shooting of his new project. The actor is currently finishing ‘Lak Lag Gayi’ in London, and fans can catch him in the drama serial Khumar with actress Neelam Munir.
TW: A young girl jumped from the top floor of a coffee shop in Defence, Lahore, in what is being said was an attempt at committing suicide.
A report filed by ARY News has said that police officials revealed that the girl fell on the roof of a parked car outside the coffee shop. Rescue officials shifted the girl to the nearest hospital in critical condition.
According to Propergaanda, The tragic incident took place in The Coffee Bean and Tea Leaf of Defence-B area of Lahore. The girl was identified as Esha Jamshaid. According to the police, Esha’s parents stated that she was under mental stress and was on medication when she went to the café with a friend on Monday.
The video of the girl jumping off the roof has gone viral, prompting people to think about the very pertinent issue of mental health. A user wrote, “Psychological issues are main cause of such acts , may Allah create ease for everyone”.
Psychological issues are main cause of such acts , may Allah create ease for everyone
