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  • Heartbroken Indian Fans Pay Tribute to Haniya Aslam

    Heartbroken Indian Fans Pay Tribute to Haniya Aslam

    Indian fans are expressing deep sorrow and paying heartfelt tributes to renowned musician Haniya Aslam, who recently passed away. The news of her death has resonated deeply across borders, touching the hearts of many in India who admired her work.

    Aslam, best known for her role in the iconic duo Zeb-Haniya, had a significant impact on music lovers worldwide. In India, her unique blend of traditional and contemporary sounds won her many admirers. Fans have taken to social media to share their condolences and celebrate her remarkable contributions to music.

    Messages from Indian fans highlight their grief and admiration, reflecting the profound influence Haniya had on the music scene. Her legacy continues to inspire, and her loss is felt deeply by those who followed her career and cherished her artistry.

    Check the tweet below:

  • ‘Interviews have begun for technocratic setup,’ Sheikh Rasheed claims

    ‘Interviews have begun for technocratic setup,’ Sheikh Rasheed claims

    Former Interior Minister Sheikh Rasheed has claimed that a technocratic setup may take over by September 20 this year because “interviews have begun.”

    Rasheed, while talking to the media outside Adiala Jail, lamented, “It has been two years and 14 cases have been filed against me, but I’ve received no challans yet.”

    The former Interior Minister described his feelings saying, “They said I’ve lost 40kg weight. I never thought the Gate No 4 people would pick me up. The police took our women’s jewellery, my watches and shoes too.”

    He requested the people with whom he had a “decades long relation” and the Chief of Army Staff (COAS) General Asim Munir to declare amnesty.

    Sheikh Rasheed further stated, “August 31 is significant; the government is packing its bags. Technocratic government can come by September 20, and whatever happens, it will be bad.”

  • Helicopter crashes into hotel roof in Australia

    Helicopter crashes into hotel roof in Australia

    A helicopter crashed into the roof of a Hilton hotel in northeastern Australia on Monday, police said, igniting a blaze atop the building and forcing a mass evacuation.

    Mangled pieces of the helicopter’s propeller landed in the hotel’s pool, said an emergency services official, adding that one man was treated at the scene with life-threatening injuries.

    Hundreds of patrons were evacuated from the DoubleTree by Hilton in the tropical northern city of Cairns after the helicopter crashed around 1:50 a.m. local time.

    Images showed a bright plume of fire blazing on the hotel’s roof.

    “They just flew into that building,” a female voice says in a video shared on social media that captured the aftermath as sirens blared in the background.

    “Madness, man. Shivers. People were living in that. It smashed right in.”

    Queensland Ambulance supervisor Caitlin Denning said the aircraft’s propellers had “dislodged”.

    “One landed on the Cairns Esplanade and there was a second propeller located in the hotel pool on the bottom floor and it was on fire,” she told local media.

    Queensland police said “there were no injuries sustained by people on the ground”.

    Cairns is a popular tourist hub that offers a gateway to Australia’s famed Great Barrier Reef.

    A team of government investigators from the Australian Transport Safety Bureau have been dispatched to the crash site.

  • Pakistani celebrities pay heartfelt tributes to Haniya Aslam

    Pakistani celebrities pay heartfelt tributes to Haniya Aslam

    Pakistani celebrities are deeply saddened by the passing of renowned musician Haniya Aslam. Many have taken to social media to share heartfelt tributes, remembering her immense talent and the lasting impact she had on the music industry.

    Her legacy, particularly as one-half of the iconic duo Zeb-Haniya, has been fondly recalled by fans and fellow artists alike. The outpouring of love and condolences reflects the deep loss felt by all who knew and admired her.

    Check the tweets below:

  • Political stability cannot be achieved with rigged elections, says Shahid Khaqan Abbasi

    Political stability cannot be achieved with rigged elections, says Shahid Khaqan Abbasi

    The Awam Pakistan (AP) party convener, Shahid Khaqan Abbasi, has stated that political stability cannot be achieved in a country with rigged elections.

    “Every system in the world has been tried in this country, and now it’s time to turn to the Constitution,” the former Prime Minister said during the launch of the ‘Foundation and Vision Document’ event for the (AP) manifesto.

    “The country doesn’t function because no one adheres to their oaths,” he opined.
    While talking about the economy, he noted, “The state of the economy today is the same as it was ten years ago.”
    Abbasi mentioned that Independent Power Producers (IPPs) might be an issue, but the real problem is the economy’s failure.
    Former finance minister Miftah Ismail was also present at the event. He said the National Finance Commission (NFC) Award should be reviewed.

    “The government is providing Rs 109 billion to cover the losses of the railways. We bear these losses because the railways operate for the benefit of its employees and officers, not for the public,” he added

  • Brother kills sister for skipping Class 9 exam

    Brother kills sister for skipping Class 9 exam

    A man from Sahiwal shot his sister dead after she skipped her 9th-class Mathematics board exam.

    Sadia, 16, had taken her 9th class exam conducted by the Sahiwal Board of Intermediate and Secondary Education, but she skipped the Mathematics paper, as per the FIR.

    Her family came to know about her actions after the result was announced.

    The victim’s brother, Adil Hussain, admonished her over the result, and a severe argument took place. On Saturday night, Sadia was in her room when Adil again shouted at her for failing the exam.

    The argument escalated, leading to the suspect drawing out a weapon and firing six shots at his sister. The suspect escaped while Sadia succumbed to her injuries on her way to the Rural Health Centre, Hujra.

    Sadia and Adil’s father had passed away.

    The local police registered a case on the report of their mother, Sajida Bibi.

  • CJ-led SC bench reinstates three PML-N leaders’ NA membership

    CJ-led SC bench reinstates three PML-N leaders’ NA membership

    A three-member bench of the Supreme Court of Pakistan, headed by Chief Justice Qazi Faez Isa, restored the Election Commission of Pakistan’s (ECP) order to recount three Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) members constituency results while reinstating them.

    The SC bench declared the Lahore High Court’s decision null and void while hearing the recount petitions of three different polling stations of NA-154, NA-81, and NA-79.

    However, the decision was made with a majority of 2-1, with Justice Aqeel Abbasi issuing a dissenting note.

    The court reinstated the election commission’s decision regarding the recount of votes for three PML-N members: Azhar Qayyum Nahra, Abdul Rehman Kanju, and Zulfiqar Ahmed.

  • Groundbreaking musician Haniya Aslam of Zeb & Haniya passes away

    Groundbreaking musician Haniya Aslam of Zeb & Haniya passes away

    Haniya Aslam, one half of the ground breaking duo Zeb & Haniya, has passed away. Along with her cousin Zeb Bangash, the two created timeless songs like ‘Chal Diay’ and ‘Bibi Sanam Janam’.

    The news of her passing was first shared by Fasi Zaka on X (formerly Twitter) in a tweet that said: “What a talented musician and kind soul. May she Rest in Peace. Truly saddening.”

    Haniya Aslam began her musical journey after studying at the National College of Arts (NCA). She and Zeb Bangash worked on various projects, including three massive hits for Coke Studio, TV dramas, and films. Haniya was known for blending Sufi and modern music in a way that touched many hearts.

    Zeb shared heartfelt memories of her dear cousin, affectionately calling her “Hanini.”

    We extend our deepest condolences to Haniya Aslam’s family and loved ones. May her soul rest in peace.

    Fans reacted with shock and grief, mostly replying to Fasi Zaka’s tweet. Here is what her fans are saying:

  • Bajay na bajao; Loud Baja banned in capital on August 14

    Bajay na bajao; Loud Baja banned in capital on August 14

    The infamous August 14 ‘Bajas’ have been banned in the federal capital territory during this year’s Independence Day celebrations.

    Samaa News has reported that Deputy Commissioner (DC) Islamabad Irfan Nawaz imposed a ban on the sale and use of “Baja” to ensure order and the peaceful observance of Independence Day.

    The DC requested the public to refrain from using these items, “In light of recent observations and to ensure a safe and orderly Independence Day celebration, we are enforcing a complete ban on the sale and use of bajas,” he stated.

    “We request all residents to cooperate by avoiding the use of these items,” the notification added.

    The DC has also instructed stall owners to stop the sale of ‘baja’ immediately. He warned that legal action would be pursued against anyone found violating this directive.

    However, Samaa reported that the baja is being sold openly at various stalls across Islamabad.

  • ‘Share receipts’; Gohar Rasheed demands proof from people announcing rewards for Arshad Nadeem

    ‘Share receipts’; Gohar Rasheed demands proof from people announcing rewards for Arshad Nadeem

    Renowned actor Mirza Gohar Rasheed has asked everyone who promised rewards for Olympic gold medalist Arshad Nadeem, to show proof that they will keep their promises. Taking to Instagram, he asked those who announced rewards to “share receipts” to prove they will actually give them.

    Arshad’s record breaking feat at the Olympics led to a deluge of monetary and real estate rewards from provincial governments, real estate developers, media tycoons and former cricketers. Rasheed wants to make sure these promises are real and not just lip service.