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  • Caretaker PM Kakar once again fails to appear in missing Baloch Students’ case

    Caretaker PM Kakar once again fails to appear in missing Baloch Students’ case

    Islamabad High Court (IHC) summoned Caretaker Prime Minister Anwaar-ul-Haq Kakar for the third time on Monday in the case of the missing Baloch students. The court’s orders came before adjourning today’s hearing until February 28.

    Justice Mohsin Akhtar Kayani, heading the bench, emphasized during the hearing that the caretaker prime minister should not perceive appearing in court as an insult.

    He urged PM Kakar to prioritize appearing before the court rather than attending to other commitments, stating, “No one is above the law here.”

    Expressing disappointment over PM Kakar’s absence, Justice Kayani reminded Attorney General for Pakistan Mansoor Usman Awan of the prime minister’s previous failure to attend court proceedings. The judge also inquired about the whereabouts of other caretaker ministers and secretaries.

    The judge highlighted that today was the 24th hearing in the case.

    “The petition was filed in 2022 and a commission had been formed. It took us two years to recover our citizens who did not even have any criminal case registered against them.

    “There was no case against them — including any drug, murder, or theft case — let alone a terror case,” Justice Kayani noted. He observed that “no documents or information” was shared with the court in the past two years.

    Addressing AGP Awan, he said, “You had submitted an affidavit that no person would go missing after today. [Yet] a person is missing from Islamabad’s F-6 without a first information report against him.

    “The purpose of summoning the prime minister was to inquire why the state’s premier is failing in his duties,” the IHC judge said.

    Interior Secretary Aftab Durrani eventually appeared before the court, addressing some concerns raised during the hearing.

    Previously, Justice Kayani issued a written order summoning PM Kakar, along with the defense and interior ministers and their respective secretaries, to ensure their physical presence in today’s hearing.

    During the hearing, Justice Kayani highlighted the ongoing struggle to recover missing individuals in the country, particularly the unresolved case of the 12 missing Baloch students.

    He pressed the Attorney General for details regarding ongoing criminal cases and the responsibility of state institutions in enforced disappearances.

    Concerns were raised about the inability of successive governments to address the issue adequately. Justice Kayani proposed forming an inquiry committee comprising representatives from relevant institutions to investigate the matter thoroughly.

    The judge also criticized the notion of granting exemptions to certain institutions and emphasized the importance of accountability.

    This is the second time PM Kakar has been summoned by the IHC. Previously, he was called upon on November 22, 2023, in a case filed by Advocate Imaan Mazari, but was unable to attend as he was out of the country.

  • Bollywood star wishes to act in Pakistani TV shows

    Bollywood star wishes to act in Pakistani TV shows

    A viral interview clip of Isha Malviya on social media shows the famous contestant of India’s reality show ‘Big Boss 17’ expressing a wish to work in Pakistani dramas. In the interview, the host asked her, “If you were ever offered a role in a Pakistani drama where the hero is portrayed by a handsome Muslim actor, and the drama shooting takes place in Dubai, would you accept the offer?’”

    The host explained, “Because Pakistani dramas show slim, beautiful girls as heroines, I think you also-ran fulfill this demand.”
    In response to the question, Isha said that if such an opportunity arose, she would accept it. However, her first preference would be to work in India.

  • Social media loves Chahat Fateh Ali Khan’s new PSL song

    Chahat Fateh Ali Khan is back with a bang. The singer has come up with a new anthem for Pakistan Super League, and it is causing a buzz on social media.

    While there are plenty of detractors too, many fans are loving the song’s energy and rhythm, praising Khan for capturing the spirit of cricket and unity.
    Here are some reactions from people:

  • Syra Yousuf’s heartwarming Galentine’s Day celebration wins hearts

    Syra Yousuf’s heartwarming Galentine’s Day celebration wins hearts

    Pakistani actor Syra Yousuf did something special for Valentine’s Day. Instead of celebrating with a romantic partner, she celebrated with her favorite girls on ‘Galentine’s Day’. Syra shared pictures on Instagram of her Galentine’s Day celebration with her daughter, Nooreh, her niece, and her step-daughter, Zahra, posting three pictures showing how happy they were together. In the caption, she wrote, “My favorite gals, My Galentine.”

    The pictures got a lot of attention from Syra’s followers. People especially liked how Syra showed love and care for her step-daughter.

  • Anoushay Abbasi opens up about being bullied after losing weight

    Anoushay Abbasi opens up about being bullied after losing weight

    Anoushay Abbasi is openly talking about being bullied on her weight. The versatile actress recently lost weight and got targeted by so-called well wishers.

    “People are never happy. When I was overweight, there was an issue, and now that I’ve lost weight, there’s still criticism.”
    The actress appeared as a guest on a program hosted by actor and singer Ahmed Ali Butt.

    Ahmad asked whether she had struggled with weight. “When did you face body shaming, when you were overweight or when you lost weight?”
    Anoushay responded, “I had to face body shaming in both situations. When I was chubby in my childhood, people used to say, “You’re too heavy, you should lose some weight,” and now that I’ve lost weight, people say, “You’ve lost too much weight, please gain some back.”

    Emphasizing that she was happy in both states, Anoushey said, “People are never satisfied, and I don’t know how to please them.”

  • PTI denies news of alliance with PPP, Khattak’s party, announces nationwide protest on Saturday

    PTI denies news of alliance with PPP, Khattak’s party, announces nationwide protest on Saturday

    Chairman of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI), Barrister Gohar Khan, has announced plans for a peaceful protest nationwide on Saturday (Feb 17) to highlight what he perceives as the “marginalization” of the PTI.

    “We are extending invitations to all political parties, including the GDA, JI, JUI-F, TLP, ANP, or any other party that shares our concerns regarding the change in mandate and electoral rigging,” he stated.

    Gohar emphasized the peaceful nature of the protest and urged the public to join in. “These elections were crucial, and we are determined not to let our mandate be usurped,” he asserted.

    Regarding speculation about talks with the PPP, Gohar dismissed such reports.

    Furthermore, he announced that Mian Aslam will be PTI’s candidate for the position of Punjab’s chief minister. He also revealed Salar Khan as the candidate for Balochistan chief minister and Aqibullah Khan as the nominee for the speaker of the KP Assembly.

    Gohar assured the media that announcements of candidates for National Assembly speaker and deputy speaker would follow soon.

    As per Sher Azal Marwat, Imran Khan asked him to tell Pakistanis that their freedom has been taken away from them. He further added that if rigging can be done this way then the public won’t even have the power to vote in upcoming elections.

    He said, “The vote was stolen so that a criminal money laundering syndicate could be imposed on Pakistan.”

    Imran Khan also said that there can be no financial stability without political stability and remittances from overseas Pakistanis can stabilize Pakistan.

    Refuting rumors of forming a government with the PML-N, PPP, PTI-B and MQM-P, Gohar reiterated PTI’s commitment to not engage in power-sharing with these parties. He emphasized that PTI’s politics revolve around serving the public and upholding the mandate and democracy.

    “We will continue to offer strong opposition until we secure the full mandate, although we are in a position to form governments in Punjab, KP, and at the Centre,” Gohar asserted.

    He urged the Election Commission of Pakistan and the judiciary to expedite the PTI’s cases and address what he termed as “fake mandate,” claiming that PTI had won 180 seats according to their records.

  • Check out Arisha Razi Khan’s wedding party videos and photos

    Check out Arisha Razi Khan’s wedding party videos and photos

    Actress Arisha Razi Khan’s wedding reception was a dazzling affair, filled with love and joy. She looked radiant in pastel attire, accompanied by her husband who complemented her in black. The event was attended by family and friends, creating a warm and vibrant atmosphere. Arisha’s friends shared glimpses of the celebrations on social media, showcasing moments of pure happiness. The reception marked the beginning of a new chapter in Arisha’s life, as she embraced married life with enthusiasm.
    Wishing Arisha and her husband a lifetime of happiness and blissful moments together.
    You can see a few of those moments below:

  • Celebs express love for their spouses on Valentine’s Day

    Celebs express love for their spouses on Valentine’s Day

    Valentine’s Day came and went with all its usual festivities and mark of love. People around the world, no matter their culture, celebrate this day with roses and dinners.
    On Valentine’s Day, couples show their love by sending cards, gifts, and spending time together. Many plan romantic dinners or outings. This year, lots of Pakistani celebrities shared their love for their partners with sweet messages and pictures. People like Saboor Aly, Ali Ansari, Hiba Qadir, Iqra Aziz, and others shared beautiful photos. Some even posted videos. You can see all these lovely moments right here:

  • Behroze Sabzwari, Javed Sheikh have a simple secret for staying fit

    Behroze Sabzwari, Javed Sheikh have a simple secret for staying fit

    Javed Sheikh and Behroze Sabzwari have been acting since decades yet both the veteran actors are still fit as a fiddle. The two have been friends since long and their friendship got stronger when Behroze Sabzwari married Javed Sheikh’s sister Safina.

    The two recently appeared on The Knock Knock Show, hosted by Mohib Mirza. They talked about how they stay fit and shared advice for people who want to have successful careers in acting.
    Javed Sheikh said, “Staying fit is something we can control. We make a lot of effort, watch what we eat, and avoid thinking negatively about others. I count my calories from breakfast to dinner and skip lunch so I’m really hungry by dinner time.” Behroze Sabzwari added that he eats everything but in small amounts. Javed Sheikh also mentioned that he enjoys eating traditional Pakistani foods like paaye.
    When it comes to being successful, Javed Sheikh had some advice for young actors: “I tell everyone, ‘if you want to reach high, stay grounded’. And for young actors, I advise three things: passion, patience, and punctuality.”

  • Video: What does Sanam Jung miss most about home?

    Video: What does Sanam Jung miss most about home?

    Sanam Jung is a famous actress and TV host from Pakistan. She started her career as a TV presenter and then became an actress. You might know her from shows like “Dil E Muztar” and “Mere Humdam Mere Dost”.
    Recently, Sanam Jung moved to Houston with her family because of her husband’s job. She’s enjoying time with her family there, but she really misses her home, parents, and country. She shared a touching video where she talks about being far from home and how hard it is to go back. It’s clear she’s feeling emotional about it. You can watch the video here: