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  • No swimming or bathing on Karachi beach

    No swimming or bathing on Karachi beach

    Commissioner Karachi has banned bathing and swimming on various Karachi beaches for two months, from July 16 to September 15.

    The office of the Commissioner has directed Deputy Commissioners to ensure compliance with the ban.

    Citizens are advised to follow the orders to ensure safety.

    “There is apprehension expressed by the concerned Deputy Commissioners that a large number of public is expected to visit the beaches in Karachi during Eid Holidays and there is every likelihood of drowning incidents occurring due to public bathing and swimming in the sea, owing to the monsoon spell and high tides in the sea,” the notification read.

    However, bathing in the sea is banned at Canap Beach, Mubarak Village, and Sonera Beach until August 13, according to Geo News.

  • Pakistani bank statements unacceptable for UK visa? Fake news!

    Pakistani bank statements unacceptable for UK visa? Fake news!

    A letter circulating all over social media claiming that the United Kingdom will no longer accept financial documents from major Pakistani banks for visa or immigration applications and that English language tests, including IELTS, will be considered unacceptable for Pakistani students has turned out to be fake.

    In the letter allegedly issued by UK Visas and Immigration, it was stated that certain Pakistani banks’ statements would no longer be acceptable for UK visa applications.

    The letter then goes on to name nine major banks in the country.

    It also listed English language tests allegedly rejected by the UK, including Oxford ELLT Digital, IELTS Life Skills, and Pearson Test of English.

    The British High Commission in Islamabad debunked the letter as false, clarifying that no such restrictions have been imposed.

    The official statement by the Commission was posted on X (Twitter) account and confirmed by the Geo Fact Check team via mail. It stated that the Commission is aware of a “fake document being shared pretending to be from UK Visa and Immigration.”

  • Establishment’s involvement in judicial matters will end soon, says LHC Chief Justice

    Establishment’s involvement in judicial matters will end soon, says LHC Chief Justice

    Lahore High Court (LHC) Chief Justice Malik Shehzad Ahmed Khan said confidently on Friday that the security establishment’s involvement in the judiciary will be over soon.

    While addressing an event in Rawalpindi, he stated, “Interference in judiciary will have to be fought with faith that it will come to an end.”

    Justice Khan stressed that the establishment’s interference in the judiciary is a genuine issue, adding that he received letters as proof claiming the Army establishment’s involvement in judicial matters.

    “The establishment’s interference in judicial matters will end, and my experience [tells me] that it will come to an end,” said the chief justice.

    Justice Malik Shehzad Ahmed mentioned that he is happy that judicial authorities is “fulfilling their responsibilities without any fear or greed”.
    Earlier, on March 25, six Islamabad High Court (IHC) judges wrote a letter to Supreme Court (SC) blaming intelligence agencies for interfering in judicial matters.

  • Passengers strip, faint after AC breaks down on Qatar Airways plane

    Passengers strip, faint after AC breaks down on Qatar Airways plane

    A Qatar Airways flight endured three hours without air conditioning while the plane waited in the heat at Athens airport.

    Passengers scheduled to head to Doha on Monday (June 10) nearly suffocated after the plane’s air-conditioning system stopped working while it was waiting to take off.

    The heat resulted in some passengers stripping off their clothes while others fainted.

    Some passengers reportedly suffered nosebleeds, while others relied on oxygen masks to help with breathing.

    While passengers were stuck in the stifling heat inside the plane, the outside temperature reached a high of 43 degrees Celsius.

    A physical confrontation also nearly broke out between passengers and flight crew during the incident.

    Smoke was emitting from the aircraft’s rear while it was waiting to take off, prompting airport officials to put fire trucks on standby in case of fire.

    The passengers included 49 members of the Thai Muay Thai team returning from the world championship.

    Muay Thai athlete Thananchai Sitsongpeenong told reporters that he only spotted the smoke after he got off the plane.

    “I consider myself lucky to have survived this,” he told The Nation, adding that he and other passengers were practically melting in the sauna-like heat on board.

  • Veteran actress confirms wedding bells for Sonakshi Sinha and Zaheer Iqbal

    Veteran actress confirms wedding bells for Sonakshi Sinha and Zaheer Iqbal

    Bollywood couple Sonakshi Sinha and Zaheer Iqbal are indeed getting married next week, as confirmed by veteran actor and politician Poonam Dhillon.

    There have been many rumors about a planned intimate wedding on June 23 in Mumbai, but neither the actor nor her family has confirmed or denied these reports.

    However, Poonam Dhillon, a close friend of the Sinha family and frequent co-star of Sonakshi’s father Shatrughan Sinha, confirmed in a recent interview that the wedding is about to take place. She mentioned receiving a lovely invitation from the couple.

    “I wish Sonakshi all the very best. She has sent a lovely invitation,” said Dhillon.

    “I have known her since she was a little girl. I have seen her entire journey. I pray to God she stays happy. She is a lovely, warm, very loving girl. So I wish her all the joy and happiness,” she added.

    Addressing the groom-to-be, the veteran star requested, “Please keep her happy, Zaheer. She is a lovely girl. She is precious for all of us.”

    For those who don’t know, several media outlets reported earlier this week that Sonakshi Sinha and Zaheer Iqbal, who have been in a relationship for over seven years, are getting married.

  • Court grants bail to Kashmiri poet Ahmad Farhad

    The Azad Jammu and Kashmir (AJK) High court has granted post-arrest bail to Kashmiri poet Ahmad Farhad on Friday.

    The court approved the poet’s plea against a surety bond worth Rs200,000. AJK High Court Chief Justice Sadaqat Hussain Raja announced the verdict.

    Last week, the Islamabad High Court (IHC) declared Farhad a “missing person” and described his arrest as “illegal.”

    According to the court order, the poet has been missing since May 15, and the First Information Report (FIR) against his disappearance was filed at Lohebher Police Station in Islamabad under Sections 427 and 365 PPC.

    AJK Chief Justice said in his remarks during the hearing that, “Ahmed Farhad should only write poetry, not journalism”.

  • Geethika Tiwari speaks out on Feroze Khan dating rumors

    Geethika Tiwari speaks out on Feroze Khan dating rumors

    Indian actor Geethika Tiwari has spoken out about rumors linking her to Pakistani heartthrob Feroze Khan, following his recent second marriage.

    Geethika talked about the rumors in an interview with an Indian publication. One of the most searched questions about her on Google was whether she was in a relationship with Pakistani celebrity Feroze Khan.

    Tiwari finally clarified and said, “No, of course not.”

    She continued, “But I would say that he is a genuinely nice person.”

    “I’ve learned a lot from him—respect, dedication, patience, and, of course, love,” she added excitedly. “I just want to say this. He is a sweetheart.”

    In response to a video post on Instagram, the ‘Khumar’ star commented, “Honestly, it takes one to recognise one. So I must say you’re a beautiful human being yourself.”

    Feroze Khan and Geethika Tiwari will soon be appearing together in the upcoming film ‘Luck Lag Gayi’.

  • Yasir Hussain’s ‘Rabbit’ trailer hints at dark themes, psychological thrills

    Yasir Hussain’s ‘Rabbit’ trailer hints at dark themes, psychological thrills

    Pakistani cinema is set to showcase an exciting new film as actor Yasir Hussain’s directorial project, ‘Rabbit,’ gets ready for release. The eagerly awaited trailer was recently revealed on Yasir’s Instagram, creating excitement among fans and industry insiders.

    In his post, the actor hinted about the film’s story, writing, “Coming out from the shadows, a mysterious figure arrives. He steals quietly, tricks cleverly, mimics your actions and wins skillfully. Watch out, because the rabbit is here.”

    The film, starring Yasir Hussain, Nayyer Ejaz, and Umer Aalam, reunites the trio after their praised performances in the 2024 movie ‘Taxali Gate.’ The collaboration has increased anticipation for Rabbit, promising a strong mix of talent and chemistry.

    The trailer starts with Nayyer delivering a chilling monologue: “If there’s doubt, you’ll lose the bet. But if you have faith, it will double your return.”

    This sets a suspenseful and intriguing tone. The scene then shifts to Yasir, wearing a striking red turban, fitting perfectly into the rural village setting. The visuals are rich with fire-lit shots, promising a captivating drama that stands out from mainstream storytelling.

    The imagery becomes more intense with scenes of villagers holding torches and walking through fields and mud houses at night. These shots suggest a tense community with a sense of foreboding. The stakes rise with a mysterious ritual involving a girl (Malaika) lying on the ground, surrounded by torches and blood splatter, hinting at darker themes.

    As the trailer climaxes, Nayyer’s character is shown sitting on the ground in a menacing posture, ending with a spine-chilling scream that echoes ominously. From the trailer, Rabbit seems to be a film that aims to push the boundaries of Pakistani cinema, blending mystery, fantasy, and psychological thriller elements. While the release date is still unknown, the excitement for ‘Rabbit’ continues to grow.

  • Israeli soldiers turn mosque to ‘cooking place’ in Rafah

    Israeli soldiers turn mosque to ‘cooking place’ in Rafah

    Israeli soldiers have turned a mosque in Rafah in southern Gaza into a cooking place.

    A clip that emerged on social media showed a mosque being used by soldiers to serve meals.

    The video features large tables inside the mosque on which Israeli soldiers had placed various types of food items.

    A sticker affixed to a cardboard food box used by soldiers is also shown, with a production date of May 22, which is likely when the video was shot.

    Israeli military vehicles also appear stationed inside the Rafah border crossing near the mosque.

    Israel has faced international condemnation amid its continued brutal offensive on Gaza since Oct. 7, 2023, despite a UN Security Council resolution demanding an immediate cease-fire.

    More than 37,200 Palestinians have since been killed in Gaza, most of them women and children, and more than 84,900 others injured, according to local health authorities.

    Eight months into the Israeli war, vast tracts of Gaza lay in ruins amid rampant starvation.

  • PTI ready for talks or not – The puzzle no one can solve

    The story of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) holding talks with other stakeholders in power corridors has turned into a roller coaster with plenty of twists and turns.

    PTI senator Shibli Faraz, considered a close aide to party’s defacto head Imran Khan, said on April 28, 2024, that the party is always ready to talk but only with those who have real power, hinting towards the willingness to talk to the establishment.

    He then stated that the current atmosphere is not suitable for dialouge.

    A week after Shibli Faraz’s remarks, incarcerated former Prime Minister Imran Khan told journalists at Adiala jail on May 4 that his party will only be ready to talk with its toughest opponent- the security establishment.

    Both these statements were enough to establish that PTI definitely did want dialogue, but only with the army.

    In contrast, PTI Chairman, Barrister Gohar Khan had said on April 2024 that his party is ready to talk with everyone, including political forces, adding that a committee had been formed to negotiate with other political parties on multiple issues.

    During a press conference held on April 29, Gohar said that PTI is not negotiating with anyone through the backdoor.

    However, on June 12, multiple media outlets reported that former Prime Minister Imran Khan is ready to talk with the government for the sake of the country’s development.

    Moreover, PTI decided to choose Pakhtunkhwa Milli Awami Party’s chief Mahmood Khan Achakzai to negotiate with President Asif Ali Zardari and Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz’s (PML-N) president Nawaz Sharif to reduce political tension in the country.

    Analysts say that either PTI has decided to include politicians in its sphere of powers that need to be talked to, or the security establishment did not agree to talking to PTI, leading the party back towards political powers.