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  • Listen to your body, trust your instincts: ZaraNoor Abbas has advice for new moms

    Listen to your body, trust your instincts: ZaraNoor Abbas has advice for new moms

    Zara Noor Abbas just had a baby girl named Noor-e-Jahan with her husband Asad Siddiqui. Usually, people talk a lot about the happiness of having a new baby, but Zara wanted to talk about something else too. She went on Instagram to discuss the postpartum period.

    Zara posted pictures with her daughter and photos of cute things like white booties, a pink cake, and toys. There was even a poster saying ‘Welcome home, baby Noor-e-Jahan and Mommy.’ Zara also said thank you to everyone who has been supporting her, like her fans, friends, and family. She talked about how becoming a mom changed her life, making her feel like she had everything she needed.

    “First and foremost- Thank you to all my friends and family and my amazing fans for all the pyaar and duayein (love and prayers). I read all your comments and messages,” Abbas penned in the caption. “It’s just Insane. The journey from nothingness to everything. This rush of joy and power. The feeling that I can conquer anything now. The nourishment of empowerment and love.”

    She continued, “The tears, the all-nighters, the difficulties in understanding what the baby wants. Which cry will signal me of a particular task/action. How to position the head – how to lengthen the body, how to massage the fragile bones that you can hear sounds of.”

    Zara openly talked about the challenges of understanding her newborn’s needs, learning how to take care of a baby, and the confusing feelings that come with the time after giving birth. She stressed how important it is for new moms to accept help, take care of themselves, and be proud of what they’ve achieved without feeling like they have to be perfect.
    She added, “The questions that will only be answered by spending alone time with the baby. The pressure to know it all in these 40 days. It’s superior! It’s a lot! And I feel like we don’t talk much about the journey after the birth. Postpartum. It’s real. It’s as real as pregnancy.”

    Zara highlighted the strength that comes with being a mom, encouraging other new moms to recognize their own strength and ask for help when they need it. She wanted to make it normal to talk about the challenges after giving birth, hoping to reassure other moms that they’re not alone in their journey.

    The Jhoom actor had a message for new moms: take control of your post-baby journey. “To all the new moms, don’t feel like you have to be a superhero. You already became one by giving birth with God’s help. Now, take a break. Let others help you. Rest. Eat. Sleep. Nap. You can tell people to leave you alone. Don’t follow advice you don’t like. Swaddle the baby how you want. Feed the baby however you want. Do what feels right for you,” she commented.

    Abbas ended with an important reminder: “Listen to your body and your motherly instincts.” She emphasized the need to be patient, saying, ‘It will take time to recover, but you’ll be okay, I promise. You know why? Because you’re a mom. And moms, wow, we know how strong they are, don’t we?’”

  • IMF raises questions over PM Shehbaz giving huge bonuses to staff

    IMF raises questions over PM Shehbaz giving huge bonuses to staff

    The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has reportedly raised questions on Pakistan’s Prime Minister’s decision to grant huge financial awards to the officers of his office, as reported by Express Tribune.

    The supplementary grants amounted to Rs. 24 billion, which the PM approved, amidst a severe economic crisis.

    The global lending body IMF took up the issue, asking about the Economic Coordination Committee (ECC) of the Cabinet decisions to approve awards for the PM’s office staff.

    The Express Tribune reported that the IMF questioned the source of funding for these awards.

    IMF’s Resident Representative Esther Perez did not respond to a request for a comment on the matter even after two weeks, according to the news outlet.

    However, despite IMF questioning, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb have not reversed this decision.

  • US isn’t happy, warns Pakistan of sanctions after Iran President visit

    US isn’t happy, warns Pakistan of sanctions after Iran President visit

    The United States State Department on Tuesday warned, without naming Pakistan, against the “potential risk of sanctions” amidst the background of a recent memorandum of understanding (MoU) between Pakistan and Iran, following the visit of Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi to Pakistan.

    “We advise anyone considering business deals with Iran to be aware of the potential risk of sanctions,” said a State Department spokesperson.

    The spokesperson also mentioned the beneficial economic ties between Pakistan and the United States and said that the US remains Pakistan’s biggest export market.

    “We have also been a leading investor in Pakistan for the past 20 years. Pakistan’s economic success is in both of our interests, and we look forward to continuing our partnership,” they added, stressing the significance of economic relations between both countries.

    Previously, the US warned Pakistan of sanctions after it signalled that it would complete the Iran-Pakistan gas pipeline.

    Meanwhile, Iranian President Raisi revealed that both Pakistan and Iran have agreed to increase the trade volume to $10 billion in coming years.

  • Birds cages recovered from graveyards in Karachi

    Birds cages recovered from graveyards in Karachi

    The Sindh Wildlife Department, acting on a tip-off, confiscated several cages installed on trees to catch birds in the Muhammad Shah graveyard in New Karachi. reports Geo.

    Several cages installed on old trees in the cemetery to catch birds were taken down, according to Sindh Wildlife Inspector Ijaz Nondani. He further elaborated that the suspects used to put food in cages on trees and control the doors of the cages with ropes which are several hundred feet long. As soon as the birds go inside the cage, they are caught by closing the doors with the rope.

    Inspector Sindh Wildlife said that information is being collected regarding the search for poaching suspects.

  • 11 terrorists killed in intelligence-based operation in Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa

    11 terrorists killed in intelligence-based operation in Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa

    The Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) said on Monday that security forces have eliminated 11 terrorists in an intelligence-based operation in Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa’s Dera Ismail Khan and North Waziristan districts.

    During an operation in DI Khan, security officials killed 10 terrorists after a heavy exchange of fire. In North Waziristan, they killed another terrorist in a skirmish.

    “The killed terrorists remained actively involved in numerous terrorist activities in the area against security forces as well as innocent civilians. Arms and ammunition were also recovered from them,” said the military’s media wing. 

    The ISPR also said that locals from the area appreciated the action of security forces against terrorism. However, security forces are determined to eliminate terrorism from the country.

  • Public holiday announced in Lahore

    Public holiday announced in Lahore

    The Department of Services and General Administration has issued a notification declaring tomorrow, April 23, a public holiday in Lahore.

    The announcement comes as a measure to facilitate arrangements for Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi’s visit.

    As per the notification, educational institutions and government offices throughout Lahore will remain closed on the designated day.

    However, it is worth noting that the Punjab Civil Secretariat and related offices will continue their operations as usual, ensuring that essential government functions remain uninterrupted during the visit.

  • ‘Not feeling my best’: Hania Amir reveals struggle with mental health

    ‘Not feeling my best’: Hania Amir reveals struggle with mental health

    Even though her friend and actor Yashma Gill praised her for being a strong support during her hospital recovery, actor Hania Aamir showed once more that behind her smiling photos online, there’s often a hidden struggle.

    On her Instagram, the young ‘Dil Ruba’ actor shared a heartfelt post, revealing her personal mental health challenges. She admitted to not feeling well for some time now. Using her social media reach, she aimed to break the silence around mental health in Pakistani society. Hania reassured her fans that there was “no shame” in seeking professional help.

    The star wished to be honest with her friends and fans, writing, “Yes, this could’ve been dealt with privately but I genuinely feel like we have grown up together on this platform. From my dubsmash to films to dramas (reel and real) to random videos and updates on my life, I’ve tried to be as real as I could be with all of you.”

    Hania stated, “I owed it to myself to look within and do everything in my power to recharge my batteries toward a full recovery.” She emphasized the importance of not battling mental health challenges alone, saying, “No one is equipped to undertake such a journey solo.”

    “I’m doing everything I can to get back to health, but I just wanted to come here and tell you that it is alright to have dark days,” wrote Hania. “It does get better. I know sometimes it feels like there’s only darkness at the end of the tunnel. I get it. You just need to tell yourself that you deserve happiness and you need to take charge, ask for help from the people around you, and seek a professional.”

    Without specifying the cause of her mental health challenges, Hania recognized that many others, like her, have faced similar struggles. Rejecting the typical cultural expectation of hiding emotions during tough times, Hania encouraged her followers to be honest about their feelings and not exhaust themselves by pretending everything was fine. “I don’t want to put up a facade of being okay,” she wrote. “And neither should you. It’s too exhausting.”

    Hania continued by emphasizing that both mental and physical health are equally important. “Remember, mental health matters just as much as physical health, and talking about it shows strength, not weakness,” she wrote. “Please ask for help when you need it. You’re not in this alone.”
    Wrapping up her post with a call to raise more awareness about mental health, Hania concluded, “And if there’s any advice for me or anyone going through depression, please share in the comments. Even the smallest beam of hope and warmth can help.”
    With over 400,000 likes in three days, Hania’s post resonated with her large following, prompting an outpouring of advice and support in the comments section. Hania’s friend and fellow actress Yashma commented, “You are my life, okay? I love you to the moon and back and always there for you,” while another user wrote, “So relatable.”

  • Hareem Shah breaks silence on leaked videos

    Hareem Shah breaks silence on leaked videos

    TikToker Hareem Shah has broken her silence on allegedly viral leaked videos showing her in intimate settings, claiming that people are creating fake videos of her with the help of artificial intelligence (AI) to promote themselves and increase the following of their social media accounts.
    A trend called ‘Hareem Shah’s viral videos,’ showcased old videos along with some videos that were presented as the latest ones. After her alleged leaked videos went viral again, she has now broken her silence in an interview and claimed that her videos are being created and spread with the help of AI.

    “Some people are busy spreading my fake videos from the UK, and I can take legal action against such people,” she declared. “I rejected the impression that I myself spread the leaked videos. I am a chaste woman, and my accusers and those who spread fake leaked videos should be ashamed and fear God”

    Hareem Shah stated, “If I were in Pakistan and the Islamic system were implemented there, I would have whipped the suapects who spread fake videos. Such people should fear God, as slandering a chaste woman is the biggest sin.”

  • The Cringeworthy playlist: Songs that make you go ‘Ugh’

    The Cringeworthy playlist: Songs that make you go ‘Ugh’

    Internet becomes a fun place when netizens engage in lively debates. One such debate was sparked by Keezy on X, who posed the most relevant question: What is that one song that made you think of cutting off your ears? Well, we all agree that just like taste buds on the tongue, we have some in our ears too that can get spoiled when we hear a bad song, don’t we?

    So, let’s dive into the various responses by fellow netizens, and we guarantee the choices will both satisfy and irritate you simultaneously. Some people mention Bollywood songs, some Hollywood, while others reply with desi songs. Some songs mentioned by people are: Khudi Tu Chocolate, Heeriye, Chaleya, Apna Bana Le Liya, Husn, Pehle Bhi Main, Kesariya, Satranga, Akhiyan Gulaa, Tu Hai Kahan.

    Welcome to ‘The Cringeworthy Playlist’: the ultimate collection of songs that’ll make you cringe! Whether it’s because of cheesy lyrics, overplayed tunes, or just plain unbearable hooks, these tracks are guaranteed to elicit an ‘Ugh!’ Get ready to laugh, groan, and maybe even shed a tear as we guide you through this hilarious collection of musical mishaps!

    Check out the tweets below where people share songs they dislike, and let us know: what do these songs make you feel?

  • PIA by June, then all major airports, privatisation will mark 2024

    PIA by June, then all major airports, privatisation will mark 2024

    Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb announced on Saturday that the process of privatization of Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) will be completed by June this year. Islamabad airport might also be privatized shortly after.

    “The government has no business being in business,” the minister declared at a Saturday afternoon news briefing, explaining the government’s plan to divest from state-owned enterprises (SOEs).

    “We expect the bids for PIA to come in the next two to three weeks, and by the end of June or early July, we can move it to the investors,” he said. “The Islamabad airport would be the next,” he added, “followed by the airports in Karachi and Lahore.”

    The finance minister didn’t respond on a question when asked if Pakistan is selling its skies to prospective buyers.

    Mr Aurangzeb didn’t give an explanation when a journalist asked if the government will keep some shares in PIA after privatisation or sell all its shares.

    The minister wrapped up his visit to Washington DC on Sunday with 62 meetings in a week. During these meetings, he explained decisions, made pledges, and sought understanding from both multilateral and bilateral donors.