Tue, 21-Oct-2025

PHOTOS: Friends throw a PJ party themed bridal shower for Minal Khan

Minal Khan bridal shower

Acclaimed actress Aiman Khan hosted a low-key bridal shower event for her twin sister Minal, who is all set to tie the knot on September 10 with Ahsan Mohsin Ikram.

Aiman Khan, along with the Bride’s squad, celebrated Minal Khan’s bridal shower. The bride’s squad also include actress Saboor Aly and Kinza Hashmi as they appeared in PJs to party hard.

One of their friends, Sara Ali, shared multiple pictures from the celebration as the Jalan starlet is soon going to change her surname.

 

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Here’s how Minal Khan is all smiling for the gram as she enjoyed the best of her time celebrating a PJ party themed bridal shower.

Aiman Minal Khan bridal shower

A dreamy engagement for the duo, Minal Khan and her beau Ahsan exchanged rings in a private ceremony on June 11, 2021. The couple is finally getting married on September 10 with their Valima ceremony on September 12.

The couple shared their wedding card on Instagram with adorable captions.

“Where did you come from unannounced? Now you are staying forever!” the Jalan starlet captioned.

On the other hand, Ahsan added, “We’re getting married. Minal Khan, I will love you forever and ever and ever and ever till my last breath.”

Also, Ahsan and Minal will host their wedding reception for their friends and family. “Save the date – 12/09/21,” the actor wrote alongside a photo of his invite posted on his Instagram.

Many celebs congratulated the couple on their upcoming wedding. Actors Aiman Khan, Sana Javed, Uroosa Siddiqui, Iqra Aziz among others extended sincere and heartfelt wishes.

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In Pictures: Shehnaaz Gill shattered, fellow celebs attend Sidharth Shukla’s cremation

Sidharth Shukla cremation Shehnaaz Gill shattered

Bigg Boss 13 winner Sidharth Shukla, who breathed his last on Thursday due to a sudden cardiac arrest at 40, is being taken directly to the Oshiwara crematorium for his last rites.

A huge number of fellow celebrities, friends and family members attend the funeral of Sidharth Shukla after his body arrived at Oshiwara crematorium.

The actor’s lady love Shehnaaz Gill, who was his co-contestant in BB season 13, was captured by paparazzi crying inconsolably as she reaches the crematorium for Shukla’s last rites.

Sidharth Shukla crematorium

After the postmortem, the officials said that the cause of death of Sidharth Shukla remains inconclusive. The doctors have sent the samples to FSL and are expecting a histopathology report. No internal or external injury marks were found on his body.

Sidharth Shukla, the acclaimed Balika Vadhua star, left a deep void amidst his fans, fellow celebrities and friends as news of his passing away surfaced on Thursday.

All of 40, Sidharth Shukla was pronounced no more when he was brought to Mumbai’s Cooper Hospital after suffering a cardiac arrest.

“He was brought dead to the hospital some time ago,” the senior Cooper Hospital official said.

The actor’s painful and early demise has sent shockwaves through the entertainment industry and left fans and netizens mourning over the devastating loss.

Shehnaaz Gill “not fine”

Actress Shehnaaz Gill’s father has said that he spoke to his daughter after the death of her boyfriend, Shukla. Her father said that Shehnaaz is “not fine” and his brother Shehbaaz has left for Mumbai to be with her.

Moreover, a number of celebs, as well as his fans, flooded Twitter with sincere and deepest condolences.

Soon after the shocking news broke out, fellow celebrities, netizens and fans were left heartbroken after the actor’s untimely demise.

More About Sidharth Shukla

Sidharth Shukla began his career as a model and made his acting debut in the Indian TV show Babul Ka Aangann Chootey Na.

Born on December 12, 1980, he was widely known for his role in the long-running television show Balika Vadhu. 

Apart from his television appearances, Sidharth Shukla made his Bollywood debut in 2014 with Humpty Sharma Ki Dulhania where he had a supporting role.

His last screen outing was Ekta Kapoor’s popular show ‘Broken But Beautiful 3‘ in which he played the role of Agastya.

The versatile actor is also linked with his Bigg Boss season 13 co-contestant Shehnaaz Gill. The couple has created many romantic moments together and left their fans to gush over their chemistry.

They both share a great bond and also did a few singles together. They featured together in Neha and Tony Kakkar’s Shona Shona and Darshan Rawal and Neha Kakkar’s Bhula Dena and Dil Ko Karaar Aaya.

Note that Shukla is survived by his mother and two sisters.

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PM Imran, others congratulate Haider Ali for winning gold medal in Paralympic

PM Imran, others congratulate Haider Ali for winning gold medal in Paralympic

Prime Minister Imran Khan has congratulated Haider Ali for winning the first-ever gold medal for Pakistan at Tokyo Paralympic 2020. Prime Minister office said in an official statement that Prime Minister Imran Khan congratulated Haider Ali on winning the first-ever Gold Medal for Pakistan in Paralympics. “His discus throw of 55.26m won him the medal, … Read more

Health Minister of Ireland announces updates to vaccine programme

Ireland

Several updates to vaccination programme of Ireland have been announced by Stephen Donnelly. Pregnant women may be provided mRNA Covid-19 vaccination at any time of their pregnancy after discussing the benefits and risks with their doctor. The updates were issued by the Minister of Health in response to recommendations from the National Immunization Advisory Committee … Read more

Sidharth Shukla’s old tweet surfaces online post his sudden demise

The entire fan base of acclaimed actor and model Sidharth Shukla, who passed away on Thursday after suffering a massive cardiac arrest, are quote-tweeting his old tweet which said “death is not the greatest loss in life”.

An old tweet of Sidharth Shukla is surfacing on social media as fans are remembering their favourite star. They are also sharing the actor’s happy moments which leaves the netizens teary-eyed.

The tweet circulating read, “Death is not the greatest loss in life. The greatest loss is what dies inside us while we live.”

Sidharth Shukla

Since the news of his demise, an outpouring of grief and condolences has flooded the internet and sent shockwaves through the entertainment industry.

The actor’s friends, netizens and television fraternity is finding it hard to believe this harsh reality. “Gone too soon”, the nation is mourning Shukla’s untimely demise.

Sidharth Shukla began his career as a model and made his acting debut in the Indian TV show Babul Ka Aangann Chootey Na.

Born on December 12, 1980, he was widely known for his role in the long-running television show Balika Vadhu. 

Apart from his television appearances, Sidharth Shukla made his Bollywood debut in 2014 with Humpty Sharma Ki Dulhania where he had a supporting role.

His last screen outing was Ekta Kapoor’s popular show ‘Broken But Beautiful 3‘ in which he played the role of Agastya.

The versatile actor is also linked with his Bigg Boss season 13 co-contestant Shehnaaz Gill. The couple has created many romantic moments together and left their fans to gush over their chemistry.

They both share a great bond and also did a few singles together. They featured together in Neha and Tony Kakkar’s Shona Shona and Darshan Rawal and Neha Kakkar’s Bhula Dena and Dil Ko Karaar Aaya.

Note that Shukla is survived by his mother and two sisters.

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Heavy rains in Karachi lead to water-logging, power cut

Heavy rains in Karachi lead to water-logging, power cut

Intermittent light and heavy rains are continuing in different parts of Karachi. On Friday morning, heavy rain was reported in different parts of the city including Gulshan-e-Iqbal, Gulistan-e-Jauhar, University Road, Malir, Landhi, Shahra-e-Faisal, Sakhi Hassan, I. I. Chundrigar Road, Saddar and other areas. On the other hand, as soon as the rains started, as per … Read more

Twitter to allow its users to hide their old tweets, remove followers

Twitter

Twitter is working on new features to enhance user privacy, according to Bloomberg. The social media app is working on a feature that will allow the users to archive old tweets so as to hide them from other users after a specified time, like 30, 60, or 90 days or one year. The company also … Read more

“I’ll not tolerate any joke about my Sheikh” – Feroze Khan gets annoyed with Tabish Hashmi

Feroze Khan Tabish Hashmi

Actor Feroze Khan, who is known for his roles as an angry young man, has been quite clear that he will not tolerate any jokes and jibes about his spiritual relationship with his Sheikh.

In a recent interview with renowned host Tabish Hashmi, known for his extempore jokes and humour, Feroze Khan rebuked the host after he questioned the actor’s spiritual journey saying: “We will not joke about this at all, I’m sensitive about it.”

He then addressed the viewers directly and said, “Yeh bhi Sheikh ne bola, wo bhi Sheikh ne bola (Sheikh said this, Sheikh said that…) This is not a joke for anyone.”

“It is my personal thing and I think it was stupid of me to share something so personal on such a platform (social media) because you don’t direct somebody like that. I respect that person. This is sensitive and very personal to me,” Khan further restated.

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Feroze’s connection with his Sheikh has been much discussed and criticized ever since he talked about leaving the showbiz industry back in 2020.

In March last year, Feroze Khan had announced that he had chosen to use the media platform for spreading the teaching of Islam.

However, the Khaani starlet then cancelled his decision in December 2020, saying that his Sheikh had advised him to not quit the entertainment industry.

It may be recalled that actor Feroze Khan was married to Syeda Alizey Fatima Raza in 2018 and the couple has a son named Mohammad Sultan Khan.

On the work front, Khan is currently seen in the drama serial Khuda Aur Mohabbat Season 2 alongside actress Iqra Aziz.

Moreover, Tabish Hashmi is a very famous host who has made his name after a continuous struggle. Previously, he used to be a standup comedian and wasn’t that famous he appeared with his hit web show, To Be Honest.

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Focus on first shots, not boosters: EU diseases agency

EU

The EU diseases agency has minimized the importance of booster shots. Meanwhile, African officials have taken steps to prevent the vaccines produced on the continent to Europe. On Thursday, the European Center for Disease Prevention and Control (ECDC) said that all of the vaccines approved for use in the EU have been proven to be … Read more

Indian MLA roaming in underwear in train owing to ‘stomach upset’

Indian MLA roaming in underwear in train owing to 'stomach upset'

A Member of the Legislative Assembly (MLA) of Bihar, a state in India, Chief Minister Nitish Kumar’s party was seen by passengers on train travel for roaming around in underwear and vest. Indian MLA Gopal Mandal was walking in underwear in the AC First Class compartment of Tejas Rajdhani Express, a train bound from Patna … Read more

Prince Charles planning ‘PR strategy’ to ‘marginalize royal liabilities’

Prince Charles

Prince Charles is planning a broad public relations approach to deal with “royal liabilities,” according to reports. The story was first reported by royal historian Dr. Edward Owens, who warned that Prince Charles is working with the Firm to develop “a public relations campaign with a greater emphasis on the line of succession.” He also … Read more

Australia: foreign travel ban extends till December

Australia: Foreign Travel Ban Extends till December

Australia stated today that it will prolong its prohibition on international incoming and outgoing travel until mid-December when it hopes to have vaccinated 80 percent of its adult population. The “human biosecurity emergency period” was supposed to end on September 17, but it has been extended until December 17. According to The Telegraph, Australian Health … Read more

IsDB launches Saudi-backed $100 million fund

TASHKENT: The Islamic Development Bank (IDB) is launching an economic development fund in Uzbekistan, which is backed by Saudi investors, Arab News reported. The fund has an initial capital of $100 million, and will target 34 micro, small, and medium enterprises. It is also expected to generate 100,000 jobs, and help address poverty in the country. The … Read more

Saudi Arabia offers mining opportunities to global investors

Global Cyber Security

RIYADH: The Saudi mining sector is witnessing a significant transformation and a high demand from investors since the launch of the new Mining Investment Law early this year, Arab News quoted Khaled Al-Mudaifer, vice minister for mining affairs, Ministry of Industry and Mineral Resources, as saying. There will be an international demand for the sector … Read more

Minister reviews progress of South Balochistan uplift plan

ISLAMABAD: Minister for Planning, Development, and Special Initiatives Asad Umar chaired a progress review meeting on the South Balochistan development plan and expressed satisfaction over the progress of the projects. In line with the vision of the prime minister for the development of underprivileged and less-developed areas in Pakistan, concerted efforts have led to the … Read more

Another vape brand enters kingdom as Saudis turn to e-cigarettes

RIYADH: Premium vaping brand RELX has officially launched in the kingdom, as more Saudi youth are resorting to e-cigarettes, Arab News reported. The vaping products are also available in the UAE and Kuwait, and signal RELX’s intention to expand into the rest of the Middle East and North Africa this year. The launch comes as … Read more

Priyanka Chopra, husband Nick Jonas cuddle up in a recent picture

Priyanka Chopra

Nick Jonas posted a photo of himself and Priyanka Chopra cuddling. They’re presently on the Remember This tour, according to his caption. Singer Nick Jonas posted a black-and-white photo of himself and his wife, actress Priyanka Chopra, cuddling up and staring warmly into each other’s eyes. He just added a heart symbol and the hashtag … Read more

PM calls for launching one-window portal to facilitate investors

Imran Khan

ISLAMABAD: Reiterating his government’s commitment to facilitate the investors, Prime Minister Imran Khan has directed the authorities concerned to launch a one-window portal for local and foreign investors. Chairing a meeting to discuss the enhancement of investment in the Special Economic Zones, the prime minister also called for consultation and coordination among all the stakeholders … Read more

EU Commissioner cancels his trip to US due to extended travel restrictions

US

The European Commission Vice President, Margaritis Schinas, has cancelled his trip to the US due to its extended travel restriction on the EU and the lack of reciprocity. Schinas announced the reason for his trip’s cancellation during a European Forum Alpbach conference in Austria on Wednesday, stating the US entry ban on Schengen Area travelers … Read more

Pakistan vs New Zealand: Schedule, match timings, squad and other details

Pakistan vs New Zealand: Schedule, match timings, squad and other details

Pakistan cricket fans are overjoyed with New Zealand (Blackcaps) returning to the country after 18 years for the tour. The series is all set to start from September 17. Here are the complete details regards the matches. ODI Series Pakistan and New Zealand will play their first ODI on Friday, September 17, at the Rawalpindi … Read more

PM terms filling of Tarbela Dam a good omen

PM Imran Tarbela Dan Project

ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Imran Khan has said that the filling of Tarbela Dam to its maximum level, despite unfavourable weather conditions this year, is a good omen for agriculture and hydel power generation. “Alhamdulillah, Tarbela Dam filled to its max level yesterday, despite unfavourable weather conditions this year. This is a good omen for agriculture … Read more

UAE to mark 50th year with same number of economic projects

Israel, UAE ministers in US as Biden seeks to expand normalization

DUBAI: The UAE leaders are set to announce 50 economic projects, with a focus on entrepreneurship, circular economy, and the fourth industrial revolution, as the country marks its 50th anniversary, Arab News reported. Dubai ruler Mohammed bin Rashid and Abu Dhabi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Zayed will announce the national projects on September 5. “The … Read more

Lahore Businessmen Front boycotts LCCI polls

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LAHORE: Levelling rigging allegations, the Lahore Businessmen Front boycotted the Lahore Chamber of Commerce and Industry (LCCI) elections for the year 2021/22, a statement said. The development on the last date for filling nomination papers practically provided a walkover to the ruling PIAF-Founders Alliance. There are possibilities of unopposed elections on all the slots, both … Read more

Meghan Markle and Prince Harry do not want to ‘disappear in public’

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According to reports, Prince Harry and Meghan Markle are concerned about disappearing from public view. This assertion was made by royal novelist Omid Scobie, who stated on Good Morning America that, while the pair is ‘thriving,’ they are frightened of retiring from the public glare. “It’s not that they wish to vanish or go unnoticed. … Read more

Adnoc secures $1.2 billion credit facility with banks

DUBAI: The Abu Dhabi National Oil Company (Adnoc) has said its trading arm has closed a $1.2 billion credit facility with a group of seven local and international banks, Arab News reported. The loan will be used to finance Adnoc Global Trading’s flows and growth, the company said in a post on LinkedIn. The banks … Read more

CNG filling station operators highlight discrimination in gas supply

OGRA Increases CNG Prices in Punjab, Sindh After Rupee Devalues

KARACHI: The operators of the compressed natural gas (CNG) filling stations have taken the issue of discrimination in gas supply with the Federation of Pakistan Chambers of Commerce and Industry (FPCCI), a statement said. The CNG Associations’ leadership informed the FPCCI chief that 70 to 80 favourite CNG filling stations of the authorities are still … Read more

Horoscope Today, 3 September 2021: Check astrological predictions for Leo, Virgo, Libra, Scorpio and others

Horoscope Today: Good or bad, be prepared for all the crucial events coming your way, and whether the stars are in your favor or not. Know insights about your future with the help of astrology. Read your daily horoscope prediction to find out what’s in store for you today. Read the predictions for all the stars … Read more