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  • ‘Stop trying to reach me through friends,’ ex-wife Reham tells PM Imran

    ‘Stop trying to reach me through friends,’ ex-wife Reham tells PM Imran

    Prime Minister (PM) Imran Khan’s former wife, Reham Khan, has told the premier to “stop trying to reach her through friends”.

    Vowing to maintain pressure on the Imran-led Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) government, Reham rejected the notion that she was speaking against Pakistan in her interviews to Indian media.

    “I say this clearly for all busy with propaganda against me that I am talking against Pakistan. Reham is not a puppet nor a PM hopeful nor does she stand to make estates in the US [United States] with war money, like your fathers have. Stop trying to reach me through friends,” she wrote.

    Reham further said that she “would not listen to corrupt strangers”.

    “Have I ever listened? If I could not compromise on my idealism in a marriage do they really believe I will listen to corrupt strangers?,” she said in a subsequent tweet.

  • Cousins allegedly set man on fire for slapping sister-in-law

    Cousins allegedly set man on fire for slapping sister-in-law

    A young man was allegedly set on fire by his cousins in Okara’s Fazawala village. He was taken to the DHQ hospital for treatment but succumbed to his injuries.

    According to reports, Afzal was doused with petrol by his cousins and set ablaze after because he had slapped his cousin’s wife.

    Afzal’s father confirmed the news and said that his nephews killed his son, adding that his nephews had also come to their house on Muharram 10 and had fought with Afzal.

    The father shared that the reason behind the conflict between Afzal and his cousins was that Afzal had slapped his sister-in-law.

    Police have initiated an inquiry into the incident.

  • How to keep your closet organised

    How to keep your closet organised

    We’ve all been through the never-ending process of trying to keep our cupboards organised. One minute it’s organised, and the next it’s an absolute disaster.

    Here are a few tips to help you keep your cupboard in good shape.

    Stack thick items like jeans and sweaters

    Winters are coming and sweaters tend to occupy a lot of space. The best solution is to stack up the bulky winter wear. These items are thick, so they won’t crinkle or lose their shape when you stack them. Also, you’ll be able to see each item in a stack clearly, making it that much easier to find what you’re looking for.

    Roll T-shirts and pajamas

    Things like cotton shirts, pajamas and even work out clothes can be organized by roll and tuck technique. And put them in your drawer or any storage box. This technique is a major space saver if you do it right. Tuck your rolled clothing into shoe boxes (great for sliding into drawers), or use wire baskets or clear bins (perfect for shelves).

    Hang scarves on hangers

    Sure, you can roll them up or stack them if they’re thick, but tying your scarves on a hanger is a way better option for organizing them. Hanging your scarves keeps them wrinkle-free and easy to see and access.

    Utilize your wall for hanging jewellery and accessories

    Hang accessories like belts, jewelry, hats or
    ties on a wall. You can use nails or towel hooks or opt for a more personalized
    approach like a stylish coat rack.

    Store your most-used clothes at eye level

    Keep everything you wear regularly in the
    middle of your closet at eye level so it’s easy to find. Put lesser-used pieces
    directly above or below your most popular clothes, and relegate your least-worn
    items to the top shelf.

  • Imran’s 50-minute UN speech against 15-minute limit leaves Indian media whining

    Imran’s 50-minute UN speech against 15-minute limit leaves Indian media whining

    Prime Minister (PM) Imran Khan in his speech to the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) bashed India for 50 minutes, exceeding the 15-20-minute time limit that leaders have to follow and Indian media can’t control their frustration.

    The Indian media outlets including Times of India, NDTV among others are praising Narendra Modi for speaking for 16 minutes, within the given time limit.

    But Modi in his speech failed to mention the situation in occupied Kashmir and the growing tensions with Pakistan.

    PM Imran, however, talked about issues including Kashmir, money laundering, Islamophobia, and the damage caused by climate change and it is gaining recognition around the world.

    Indian media instead of focusing on the content of the speech is raising a foolish argument and criticising PM Imran on the fact that he exceeded the given time limit.

    On the other hand, the international media outlets are criticising Modi for skipping any mention of his government’s crackdown in the Indian occupied Kashmir (IoK). Similarly, Al Jazeera also noted Modi’s silence during his speech regarding the Kashmir issue.

  • Saudi Arabia drops abaya restriction for women tourists

    Saudi Arabia drops abaya restriction for women tourists

    To boost tourism in the country, Saudi Arabia has introduced a new visa system which will allow people to visit the country as tourists. Along with that, they have also announced that abayas will no longer be mandatory for women tourists. However, women are requested to dress modestly, including at public beaches.

    As per reports, the Kingdom is launching a new visa system for 49 countries to attract foreign companies to invest in a sector that can contribute towards ten percent of the country’s GDP by 2030.

    The rose-coloured sandstone of Madain Saleh, a UNESCO World Heritage site, near Saudi Arabia’s northwestern town of al-Ula

    Visas will be available online for about Rs 12,550 ($80) with no restrictions for unaccompanied women as in the past. This does not include the holy cities of Makkah and Medina.

    Visas in the desert kingdom, endowed with rich bedouin heritage and archaeological sites, are currently restricted to expat workers, their dependents and Muslim pilgrims travelling to holy sites in Mecca and Medina. Citizens of Bahrain, Kuwait, Oman, and the UAE can also travel freely to the country.

    Al Ula

    Saudi Arabia has splurged billions in an attempt to build a tourism industry from scratch.

    In 2017, the kingdom announced a multi-billion dollar project to turn 50 islands and other pristine sites on the Red Sea into luxury resorts.

    Last year, construction of Qiddiya “entertainment city” was launched near Riyadh, which would include high-end theme parks, motorsport facilities and a safari area.

    The country is also developing historic sites such as the centuries-old Mada’in Saleh, home to sandstone tombs of the same civilisation which built the Jordanian city of Petra.

  • Two killed as Indian military’s helicopter crashes in Bhutan

    Two killed as Indian military’s helicopter crashes in Bhutan

    An Indian Military Training Team (IMTRAT) Cheetah helicopter crashed in eastern Bhutan, killing two Bhutanese pilots on Friday, NDTV reported.

    According to the reports, the chopper belonged to Indian Army’s 667 Army Aviation Squadron based in the Indian state of Assam. The single-engine Cheetah Helicopter was en route to Yongphulla, Bhutan, when it crashed into a hill near Khentongmani.

    Indian Army Spokesperson Colonel Aman Anand said, “The helicopter went out of radio and visual contact soon after 1pm. The helicopter was on way from Khirmu (Arunanchal) to Yongphulla on duty”.

    The accident comes days after an Indian Air Force MiG-21 crashed near the Gwalior Air Force Base in Madhya Pradesh. The aircraft was on a routine training mission on Wednesday, September 25 when it crashed. Both pilots – a group captain and a squadron leader – managed to eject safely.

    According to the Indian Minister of State for Defence, Shripad Naik, Indian Air Force (IAF) had lost 27 aircraft, including 15 fighter jets and helicopters, in crashes since 2016.

  • I didn’t ask PM Imran for Iran mediation, he offered: Trump

    The United States (US) President Donald Trump has said that he did not speak to Prime Minister Imran Khan for mediation with Iran, it was Imran who thought it would be a good idea, Voice of America reported.

    According to the details and from the tweet of Voice of America Deewa (VoA Deewa), contrary to what PM Imran claims that Trump had asked him to mediate between the US and Iran, Trump has said it was Imran Khan who approached him for mediation.

    “Well, he’d like to do that, and we have a very good relationship. And there’s a chance that that could happen. But, no, I haven’t spoken. He actually asked me. He thought it would be a good idea to meet, VoA quoted President Trump as saying.

    Imran Khan had earlier said that US President Trump had asked him to help defuse tensions with Iran. He also said that prior to arriving in New York he had visited Saudi Arabia and spoken to Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman who also asked him to talk to Iranian President Hassan Rouhani.

    PM added, “I immediately spoke to Rouhani after the meeting with Trump, but I can’t say anything right now more than this except that we’re trying and mediating”.

    Tensions run high between Tehran and Washington since May last year when Trump abandoned a 2015 nuclear deal and began reimposing sanctions on Iran in a stated campaign of “maximum pressure”.

  • Buzdar govt ‘softly declines’ to implement PM Imran-approved police reforms

    Buzdar govt ‘softly declines’ to implement PM Imran-approved police reforms

    Chief Minister (CM) Sardar Usman Buzdar-led Punjab government has softly declined to implement the police reforms package that was approved by Prime Minister (PM) Imran Khan ahead of his departure for Saudi Arabia and the United States (US), The News reported.

    According to reports, the Punjab government through the Interior Ministry was recently asked to implement the reforms package, however, the provincial administration has expressed reservations over certain measures approved by the premier “without proper consultation with the stakeholders”.

    The premier has reportedly given a go-ahead to the home departments to “take over control of the police” in Punjab, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) and Islamabad. Under the new system, the major functions of the police would be performed by the deputy commissioners (DCs) who have been given judicial powers of 22A and 22B besides the authority to inspect police stations.

    While the federal government wanted the implementation of these reforms in Punjab through an ordinance by September 30, the provincial government has assigned a high-level committee to review the reforms package for police and return to centre with its recommended changes.

    The report further said that the committee will be headed by the Punjab law minister and include three provincial ministers, chief secretary, inspector general of police (IGP), an ex-chief secretary and a retired IGP.

    It has been tasked with completing its deliberations within a week.

    “Following a presentation from the interior secretary, the reforms package was given a go-ahead by the PM. While the Punjab law minister was present during the presentation, neither the CM nor the IGP was there,” the report quoted sources as saying.

    COPS UNHAPPY WITH REFORMS:

    Meanwhile, officers of the Police Service of Pakistan as well as Punjab Police are “very upset with the way the reforms package was approved by the premier”.

    Reacting to the reforms, senior officers of Punjab Police held a meeting at the Central Police Office on Wednesday night and threatened that they would resign, Dawn reported.

    The police officers stated categorically that they “would prefer to leave their services rather than allowing the bureaucracy to take over the police department”. They unanimously rejected the new scheme which, they said, was an attempt of the Pakistan Administrative Services (PAS) to bring police under its control.

    Reports quoted an official as saying that the participants of the meeting decided to take up the matter with CM Buzdar and parliamentarians to highlight their reservations.

    Senior policemen authorised the IGP to meet the CM and bring to his knowledge their concerns. They also decided to present “factual situation” regarding the “failure” of the DCs on many fronts.

    Meanwhile, Law Minister Raja Basharat held a meeting with the IGP and other senior police officers who apprised him of their concerns. The law minister assured the IGP and other senior police officers that he would play his role in addressing their legitimate demands by taking these up with the chief minister.

  • Imran mocked for saying ‘Jinnah had cancer’

    Prime Minister (PM) Imran Khan has said that Quaide Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah “had cancer and he kept it a secret from everybody”, in a blunder that has left Twitterati wondering if the premier is oblivious to what Jinnah really had — tuberculosis.

    Speaking at Asia Society in New York on Thursday, PM Imran said that Jinnah was his role model who had a mission and joined politics for it alone. “He was in it for the mission, not the fame or power. Dreamers change the world, but career politicians never do.”

    “He [Jinnah] didn’t tell anyone that he was battling cancer because he had a dream he wanted to fulfill,” the premier added, landing himself in crosshairs of netizens, who criticised the premier for “not knowing that Jinnah did not have cancer”.

    Here’s what they had to say:

    Another “thanked god for Imran not saying that Jinnah got treated at Shaukat Khanum Memorial Cancer Hospital”.

    https://twitter.com/MoxtOpinionated/status/1177380137014308865

    This is not the first time PM Imran has said that Jinnah had cancer. A few months ago, he had said that the founder of Pakistan “didn’t disclose that he was suffering from cancer so that the enemy couldn’t create hurdles and delay the process of creation of Pakistan”.

    JINNAH’S DEATH:

    From the 1930s, Jinnah suffered from tuberculosis; only his sister and a few others close to him were aware of his condition. Jinnah believed public knowledge of his lung ailments would hurt him politically.

    Tuberculosis is a disease caused by bacteria called Mycobacterium tuberculosis. The bacteria usually attack the lungs, but they can also damage other parts of the body.

    As his health deteriorated over time, Jinnah passed away in Karachi on September 11, 1948, at the age of 71, just over a year after Pakistan’s creation.

  • ‘DON’T kiss babies’: Mother-of-four whose infant son nearly died begs adults

    ‘DON’T kiss babies’: Mother-of-four whose infant son nearly died begs adults

    A mother-of-four is warning others against kissing their newborns during the flu season after her own son barely survived a severe respiratory infection.

    Ariana DiGrigorio’s son Antonio caught the flu when he was still an infant.

    For two months, they could not figure out why the symptoms persisted. Antonio was then diagnosed with respiratory syncytial virus (RSV).

    Ariana shared a heart-wrenching photo of son in the hospital with all manner of supportive and monitoring tubes and wires coming from his tiny body on Facebook, urging parents to keep their babies away from relatives’ kisses, for the infants’ good.

    RSV is a common viral infection but for the elderly, those with compromised immune systems and especially babies, the virus can be dangerous.

    Most instances of pneumonia and bronchitis in infants are triggered by RSV.

    Antonio pulled through, but it was a terrifying time for the DiGrigorio family. Antonio finally pulled through.

    ‘Don’t be the reason a baby is hospitalized (or dead) because the baby was “just so cute I had to kiss her!”‘ Ariana wrote in a Facebook post that was shared over 2,500 times.