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  • PM Shehbaz says Pakistan needs another IMF programme

    PM Shehbaz says Pakistan needs another IMF programme

    Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has said that Pakistan needs another International Monetary Fund (IMF) programme for economic stability. Recognizing the programme’s ‘limitations’, however, he said that alongside the loan, his government will focus on the country’s growth, provide job opportunities and address inflation.

    “We have to do another IMF programme. It won’t work out without one. Rome was not built overnight,” the Prime Minister said addressing the Tax Excellence Awards in Islamabad today.

    The premier stressed the importance of collaboration between federal and provincial governments to facilitate the private sector of the country. He said it is the government’s responsibility to foster a conducive environment for business, and not its job to conduct business. The Prime Minister also stated that the FBR will be totally restructured through complete digitalization.

    He said that leading exporters and taxpayers are the heroes of Pakistan and said, “Those who are being given awards today will be given blue passports as honourary ambassadors of Pakistan.”

  • ‘Umro Ayyar – A New Beginning’ trailer to debut at Comic-Con

    ‘Umro Ayyar – A New Beginning’ trailer to debut at Comic-Con

    Get ready for an exciting event! The trailer launch of ‘Umro Ayyar – A New Beginning’ is happening at WonderCon, a major event organised by Comic-Con International. It’s all set to happen on March 31st in Anaheim, California, and it’s going to be amazing!

    Usman Mukhtar, one of the stars of the movie, shared the news on his Instagram Stories with a cool poster that has all the details. This movie is bringing to life the famous fictional character Umro Ayyar from the stories of Dastan-e-Amir Hamza.

    The movie has a fantastic cast with big names like Usman, Sanam Saeed, Faran Tahir, and many more. The stories from Dastan-e-Amir Hamza are full of magic, adventure, and excitement. So, get ready to be transported to a world where all these things come together!

    The trailer launch at WonderCon is a big deal for Pakistani cinema. It’s a chance for Umro Ayyar to start a new adventure on the big screen. Fans are super excited to see the trailer and dive into the magical world of Umro Ayyar.

    With WonderCon as its big stage, the movie is ready to capture hearts and imaginations. It’s bringing a new level of storytelling to Pakistani cinema, and fans can’t wait to be a part of it!

  • Fiza Ali faces backlash over new Qawali video

    Fiza Ali faces backlash over new Qawali video

    Fiza Ali, the renowned Pakistani actress and host, has stirred up a debate with her latest Qawali rendition. Known for her versatile talents and dedication to her craft, Fiza Ali recently shared a video of herself performing ‘Tu Kuja Man Kuja’ alongside a Qawal during Ramadan transmission on 24 News HD.

    While Fiza Ali’s rendition was delivered with passion and commitment, it seems to have divided opinion among her fans. Some praised her for exploring new artistic avenues, while others criticized her style and perceived lack of proper head covering during the performance.

    The controversy has sparked a discussion on social media platforms, with fans expressing differing viewpoints on the appropriateness of Fiza Ali’s Qawali performance.

    Check out the comments on the video for more insight:

  • Five Chinese nationals among six people killed in Shangla suicide attack

    Five Chinese nationals among six people killed in Shangla suicide attack

    Malakand’s Deputy Inspector General of police (DIG) confirmed on Tuesday that attackers killed six people, including five Chinese nationals, when they targeted the foreigners’ vehicle in Shangla’s Besham city.

    The attackers crashed their vehicle, loaded with explosives, into the car carrying the Chinese nationals, as reported by the DIG.

    The DIG also said that the driver sustained injuries and was transferred to the local hospital.

  • JUI-F’s Senator Talha Mahmood joins PPP

    JUI-F’s Senator Talha Mahmood joins PPP

    Jamiat Ulema-e-Islam-Fazl (JUI-F) Senator Talha Mahmood has joined the Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) on Tuesday, announcing his joining at a press conference in Islamabad.

    Talha Mahmood said that Pakistan is going through a crisis, and the PPP always tried to do better for the country.

    While shedding light on his tenure, he said that he had been a member of the Ministry of Interior’s cabinet committee for nine years, and was elected as the chairman of the Senate’s largest committee, the Standing Committee on Finance, in 2021 for three years.

    On the other hand, PPP leader Faisal Karim Kundi has said that the party will strengthen after the inclusion of Senator Talha Mahmood. He also said multiple politicians from Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) are in contact with the PPP to join the party.

  • Hania Aamir faces criticism for going to Dubai right after Umrah

    Hania Aamir faces criticism for going to Dubai right after Umrah

    Pakistan’s sweetheart Hania Amir finished her Umrah journey and hopped over to Dubai for some fun in the sun! But hold on to your hats, folks, because it seems like not everyone’s cheering her on.

    Hania’s been keeping us entertained with her daily activities, sharing every little detail of her life like a true social media queen
    But wait, there’s a twist! .After posting some pics from her Dubai escapade, where she’s not sporting her usual hijab, the internet went into a frenzy. Turns out, some fans weren’t too thrilled about her wardrobe choice post-Umrah.

    As usual, trolls think they can dictate apparel choices to female entertainers and actresses. Really folks, give it a rest. Find something else to do, like a job or a creative project. What a woman wears is none of your business.

    This is what people are saying to Hania:

  • PM orders rapid action against tax evaders

    PM orders rapid action against tax evaders

    In a meeting held on Monday, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has authorised that swift action be taken against tax evaders and defaulters. He tasked the committee to identify all obstacles and delays in the implementation of Trace and Track System (TTS) in tobacco, sugar, cement and fertilizer industries.

    The PM also said that action should be taken within seven days against tax evaders. PM Shehbaz emphasized that all legal obstacles in the implementation of trace and track system should be removed and that this system should be enforced at all production lines of cement factories. Those factories who refuse to follow the rules, should be immediately sealed, the Premier ordered.

    He was of the opinion that besides an increase in revenue, the trace and track system could also be used for identification of counterfeit products.
    The premier also called for an end to fake and unregistered cigarettes. The meeting was apprised that TTS was fully operational in 14 tobacco factories whereas 12 other factories had been sealed for non-compliance.

    The system faced problems in sugar and cement industries due to technical issues while it was working in fertilizer industry. The PM also stressed action against smuggling that was causing serious loss to the national exchequer.

  • Rana Sanaullah not happy with PPP

    Rana Sanaullah not happy with PPP

    Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) leader Rana Sanaullah strongly criticised the Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) for its attitude towards the coalition government in the centre.

    “The attitude of the PPP will remain the same throughout the tenure of the government. Look at their reaction to the Indus River System Authority (IRSA) chairman [appointment] issue,” Sanaullah said while speaking on Geo News’ programme Aaj Shahzeb Khanzada Kay Sath.

    “It is clear; they will have their own position on everything. An impression is coming from allies to have the same attitude. However, we will try to move forward,” he added.

    His remarks came after the PPP strongly objected to the decision of Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif to appoint Zafar Mahmood, a retired grade 22 federal government officer.

    The PPP declared the appointment of Zafar Mahmood for a three-year tenure under the IRSA ordinance against the constitution.

  • Threats and blackmail: Scotland Yard provides protection to Hareem Shah

    Threats and blackmail: Scotland Yard provides protection to Hareem Shah

    TikTok star Hareem Shah has been given protection by Scotland Yard after receiving threats from people there, police have confirmed. A London police spokesman confirmed that Hareem Shah, whose real name is Fiza, had made a complaint to the police about people following and threatening her with blackmail.

    “I contacted the police after having a strained relationship with some people I had met in Manchester and had been with,” Hareem Shah stated.

    “It should be noted that last week some videos and photos of mine were released on social media through anonymous accounts,” she added.

    “The controversy began after a group of British Pakistanis approached members of the Pakistani media alleging that I had stolen £6,000 in Manchester and fled the city to London,” Hareem continued.

    “I denied stealing the money, and I believe the accusers should go to the police and investigate me, instead of defaming me on social media through abuse, threats, and blackmail,” she emphasized.

  • PTI to register FIR against Sanaullah for threatening Imran Khan

    PTI to register FIR against Sanaullah for threatening Imran Khan

    The Karachi leadership of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) has decided to lodge a First Information Report (FIR) against the ruling party Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) senior member Rana Sanaullah for allegedly threatening to kill Imran Khan.

    In recent interviews with TV channels, Sanaullah termed the mere political existence of Imran Khan a “problem”.
    The PTI, however, did not agree with the narrative and viewed Sanaullah’s remarks as a “demand” to assassinate Imran Khan.

    Rana Sanullah, however, clarified his position on Geo News saying he did not issue any death threat to Imran Khan. “Our relation with PTI is only political,” he said.

    Sanaullah remarked that if PTI chooses to leave the kind of exclusive politics which terms other politicians as “dacoits” and does not consider engaging with other political parties, then this problem would go away right at that moment.

    “If he [Imran Khan] doesn’t accept our political existence then why would we accept his,” asked Sanaullah.

    PTI leader Raoof Hasan said that his party’s core committee has decided to register cases against both PML-N leaders Sanaullah and Marriyum Aurangzeb for their threatening remarks to PTI’s Imran Khan.