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Female student ‘rape’: 250 arrested as violent protests continue in Punjab

Female student ‘rape’: 250 arrested as violent protests continue in Punjab

RAWALPINDI: Police have arrested over 250 people in connection with violent protests sparked by allegations of the rape of a female student at a private college in Lahore. Authorities have been identifying and apprehending suspects using video footage. The number of those detained has reached 250, with more arrests expected. Police clarified that not all … Read more

Bangladesh court issues arrest warrant for former leader Sheikh Hasina

Former PM Sheikh Hasina's visa extended amid legal challenges

A Bangladeshi court on Thursday issued an arrest warrant for former leader Sheikh Hasina, who fled to India in August after being ousted by a student-led uprising. The court has directed that Hasina be brought before it on November 18, according to Mohammad Tajul Islam, chief prosecutor of the International Crimes Tribunal in Bangladesh. During … Read more

Mishi Khan and Iffat Omar’s war of words heats up on social media

Mishi Khan and Iffat Omar’s war of words heats up on social media

News of a minor girl’s alleged rape has fueled tensions. Iffat Omar and Mishi Khan have opposing views on the issue. Iffat Omar claims the crisis is fueled by fake news, while Mishi Khan demands justice. Iffat Omar and Mishi Khan are clashing on social media as Pakistan faces one of its toughest periods. Political … Read more

Amitabh Bachchan Shares How Agastya Nanda Used His Name For Free Meals

Amitabh Bachchan
  • Amitabh Bachchan shared a delightful story about his grandson.
  • He spotted a dish named after his grandfather in New York.
  • Agastya enjoyed free meals for two years because of Amitabh.

The upcoming episode of “Kaun Banega Crorepati 16” will feature Bollywood stars Vidya Balan and Kartik Aaryan, who are gearing up for the release of the much-anticipated “Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3,” where they play the iconic roles of Manjulika and Rooh Baba. The special episode, titled “Sawalon ki Bhool Bhulaiya,” will have the two actors engaging with host Amitabh Bachchan.

During the show, Amitabh shares a delightful story about his grandson, Agastya Nanda. While studying in New York, Agastya visited an Indian restaurant and spotted a dish named “Amitabh Bachchan.” Curious about the dish, he asked the staff, and after trying it, he proudly told them, “You know, he’s my grandfather.” Initially skeptical, the staff became convinced when he showed them a photo, resulting in Agastya enjoying free meals for two years!

In a segment about dietary habits in the film industry, Vidya revealed her go-to comfort food: “Dahi chawal (curd rice). Whenever I crave comfort, I have dahi chawal.” She reminisced about a vada pav stall from her childhood in Chembur, leading Amitabh to mention a nearby spot famous for its delicious gulab jamun. Kartik chimed in, expressing his love for street food, especially a Chinese stall in Juhu near Amitabh’s home. He humorously noted that they’ve named a dish after him: “The Kartik Special,” to which Amitabh responded, “There’s something special about eating on the roadside.”

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US dollar rate in Pakistan on Oct 17 down by 0.5 paisa to Rs277.79

Pakistani Rupee gains slightly against US dollar in interbank market

KARACHI: The US dollar rate in Pakistan further increased by Re0.5 (5 paisa) against Pakistani rupee to Rs277.79 in the interbank market on Thursday (Oct 17) as per the State Bank of Pakistan (SBP). However, according to the Forex Association of Pakistan (FAP), the buying and selling rates of the dollar in the open market … Read more

Statements by non-elected and unrelated persons reveal their nefarious motives: FPCCI

FPCCI

ISLAMABAD: The Federation of Pakistan Chambers of Commerce and Industry (FPCCI) strongly rejects the unfounded accusations leveled against its President, Mr. Atif Ikram Sheikh, by a disgruntled and frustrated member of the previous ruling group,Statements by non-elected and unrelated persons reveal their nefarious motives, these accusations come from a failed leader who suffered a resounding defeat … Read more

BTC TO USD – Today’s Bitcoin price in Dollar on Oct 17, 2024

BTC TO USD – Today’s Bitcoin price in Dollar on October 06, 2025

As of Oct 17, the Bitcoin to USD exchange rate stood at $67153.62. Bitcoin’s value in dollars reflects the dynamic nature of the cryptocurrency market. Investors and enthusiasts closely monitor these fluctuations to make informed decisions regarding buying, selling, or holding Bitcoin. Bitcoin price in Dollar Today Bitcoin to USD Rate: 67153.62 Dollar The price … Read more

BTC TO PKR – Today’s Bitcoin price in Pakistan on Oct 17, 2024

The rate of Bitcoin (BTC) in Pakistani Rupee (PKR) will Bitcoin (BTC) in Pakistani Rupee (PKR) is Rs 18589125.01 on 17 Oct 2024. Bitcoin to PKR (Bitcoin Price in Pakistan) 1 BTC = 18589125.01 Pakistani rupees. The price of Bitcoin fluctuates constantly due to various factors such as market demand, investor sentiment, regulatory changes, and macroeconomic trends. The … Read more

PML-N, PPP withdraw proposal to establish constitutional courts

PML-N, PPP announce to joint contest by-elections

Islamabad, A major development emerged concerning the 26th Constitutional Amendment when the Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) and the Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) stepped back from their proposal to establish constitutional courts. Sources indicate that during a special parliamentary committee meeting, government coalition parties and Jamiat Ulema-e-Islam (JUI) reached an agreement on creating a constitutional bench. … Read more

Pakistan, Mongolia agree to establish Joint Ministerial Commission

Joint Ministerial Commission

ISLAMABAD: Pakistan and Mongolia on Thursday agreed to establish a Joint Ministerial Commission aimed at enhancing cooperation in the fields of trade, tourism, agriculture, and mining. They also decided to create an inter-parliamentary union to strengthen bilateral parliamentary relations. This discussion took place during a meeting between Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and his Mongolian counterpart … Read more

K-pop Star J-Hope Completes Military Service, Fans Eager for BTS Reunion

J-Hope
  • J-Hope was discharged from South Korea’s military.
  • He is a member of the renowned group BTS.
  • J-Hope is the second member to finish his military duty.

K-pop star J-Hope, a member of the renowned group BTS, has been discharged from South Korea’s military on Thursday after completing 18 months of mandatory service, igniting excitement among fans and investors for a potential reunion next year. At 30, J-Hope is the second member to finish his military duty, following the oldest member, Jin, who completed his service in June.

J-Hope, dressed in a military uniform and a black beret, was greeted by Jin, approximately 100 enthusiastic fans, and reporters at a military base in Wonju, Gangwon province. “Thanks to the fans, I was able to finish it (the service) safely, with good health,” he expressed. He also emphasized, “What I’ve felt for the past a year-and-a-half is that a lot of soldiers are working hard, dedicating themselves, and doing so much to protect the country,” urging the public to show appreciation for military personnel.

After his release, the BTS agency’s shares, HYBE, increased by 7% in a stable overall market. The band is expected to reunite in 2025. The remaining four members of BTS commenced their military duty in December 2023. Constanza Godoy, a 33-year-old fan from Chile, expressed, “I’m really hoping to see them (all BTS members) again together.”

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Gold rate in Pakistan on Oct 17 up by Rs700 to Rs277,900/tola

Gold Rate in Pakistan

KARACHI: The gold rate in Pakistan further increased by Rs700 to Rs277,900 per tola in the local market on Thursday (Oct 17). Similarly, 10 grams of gold were priced at Rs238,254 following a rise of Rs600, as per the rates provided by the All-Pakistan Gems and Jewellers Sarafa Association (APGJSA). On Wednesday, the gold price had … Read more

Fans Mourn Death of Liam Payne by Gathering Outside Hotel Where He Died

Liam Payne
  • Fans of Liam Payne gathered outside the hotel in Buenos Aires.
  • The singer died after falling from the balcony of the hotel.
  • The hotel manager mentioned hearing a loud noise.

On October 16, 2024, fans gathered outside the Buenos Aires hotel where British singer Liam Payne passed away.

According to local police, the 31-year-old former member of One Direction fell from the third floor of the hotel. They reported being called to the scene due to an “aggressive man who could be under the effects of drugs and alcohol.”

The police were called after the hotel manager reported hearing a loud noise coming from the back of the building. They found that a man had fallen from his balcony.

Social media was flooded with condolences from a number of platforms, including the BRIT Awards, Spotify, the U.S. music channel, and the streaming service MTV.

As of now, neither Payne’s record label, Republic Records, nor its parent company, Universal Music Group, have responded to the incident.

Liam Payne rose to global fame as a member of One Direction, alongside Harry Styles, Zayn Malik, Niall Horan, and Louis Tomlinson. Entertainment Weekly named the band the third best boy band ever in 2024.

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Pakistan sends aid to Lebanon, Gaza on PM’s direction; 12th shipment dispatched

Aid to Gaza

On the direction of Prime Minister Shahbaz Sharif, the National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) continues to provide aid to Gaza and Lebanon. According to an NDMA spokesperson, the 12th shipment of relief supplies has been dispatched from Jinnah International Airport Karachi. So far, Pakistan has sent ten shipments to Gaza and two to Lebanon. The … Read more

Sajid Khan’s brilliant seven-wicket leads to England all out at 291

Sajid Khan wicket

On day three of the second Test in Multan, England were bowled out for 291 in response to Pakistan’s first-innings total of 366. This leaves the visitors trailing by 75 runs. Ben Duckett led England’s innings with an impressive 114 runs, but many frontline batters struggled to convert their starts into significant scores. Starting the … Read more

Shah Rukh Khan Reveals Bad Impact of Film ‘Devdas’ on Him

Shah Rukh Khan
  • Shah Rukh Khan discussed his method of acting approach.
  • He revealed that he turned to alcohol to embody the character.
  • SRk said that he did not want people to hate his character.

Shah Rukh Khan, who portrayed an alcoholic in Sanjay Leela Bhansali’s 2002 hit Devdas, recently discussed his method acting approach at the Locarno Film Festival.

He revealed that he turned to alcohol to embody the character, a choice that had both positive and negative consequences. “It might have helped, but I started drinking after the film and that’s one downside to it,” he admitted, noting that the role earned him the Best Actor award the following year.

Reflecting on his performance, Shah Rukh explained his intentions behind the character, originally created by Bengali novelist Sarat Chandra Chattopadhyay in 1917. “I didn’t want you to feel love for him, but I didn’t want you to hate him… I just wanted him to appear indescribable,” he shared. Bhansali’s Devdas was a remake of Bimal Roy’s 1955 version featuring Dilip Kumar, and it starred Aishwarya Rai as Paro and Madhuri Dixit as Chandramukhi, alongside Jackie Shroff and Kirron Kher.

The film, produced by Bharat Shah’s Mega Bollywood, made headlines by premiering at the Cannes Film Festival and was notable for its budget of ₹50 crore, ultimately grossing ₹99.88 crore globally.

Looking ahead, Shah Rukh’s next project is King, a crime drama directed by Sujoy Ghosh, set for release during Eid 2026, where he will share the screen with his daughter, Suhana Khan.

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Apple launches 7th generation iPad Mini with A17 Pro chipset

Apple iPad Mini chipset

Apple has introduced the 7th generation iPad mini, powered by the A17 Pro chipset, which is also used in the iPhone 15 Pro and iPhone 15 Pro Max. However, there’s a slight difference: the iPad mini features a 5-core GPU, a seemingly downgraded version of the A17 Pro. According to reports, this variant of the … Read more

Former One Direction Member Liam Payne Dies by Falling from Hotel Balcony

Liam Payne
  • Liam Payne passed away at the age of 31 in Argentina.
  • He fell from a hotel balcony at the CasaSur Palermo Hotel.
  • Police confirmed his death by stating that he fell multiple stories.

On October 16, the former member of One Direction, Liam Payne, tragically died at the age of 31, after falling from the CasaSur Palermo Hotel in Buenos Aires, Argentina.

Police confirmed his death, stating that he fell multiple stories into the hotel’s internal courtyard. An investigation is underway to determine the circumstances surrounding the incident, and an autopsy will be conducted.

The head of public emergency services in Buenos Aires, Alberto Crescenti, stated that there was “no possibility of resuscitation” due to the severity of the injuries. Payne is survived by his 7-year-old son, Bear Grey, with ex-partner Cheryl Cole.

After becoming well-known on The X Factor in 2010, Payne joined Harry Styles, Zayn Malik, Niall Horan, and Louis Tomlinson to form One Direction. The group rose to prominence as one of the most popular boy bands, releasing hits such as “Steal My Girl” and “Midnight Memories.”

In his private life, Payne was candid about his battles with alcoholism and the effects they had on his mental well-being. In an interview from 2019, he stated, “There have been a lot of people in trouble with mental health that are not really getting the help that they need.”

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The government is determined to make the lives of people more easier, PM Shehbaz Sharif

318 Pakistani citizens evacuated From Syria via Beirut on PM Shehbaz's instructions

Islamabad: Prime Minister Muhammad Shahbaz Sharif affirmed that the government of Pakistan is determined to make the lives of people more convenient. On the occasion of International Day for the Eradication of Poverty, the Prime Minister said in his message that together with the international community, we are committed to a world where everyone has … Read more

National Assembly, Senate to be present multiple bills today

NA approves national forensic agency bill, 2024

The Senate and National Assembly will convene today (Thursday) to discuss various bills. The Senate session is scheduled for 3 PM, with a 14-point agenda released, though no constitutional amendment bill is on the list. Committee reports and several bills will be presented for approval, with a supplementary agenda possibly added if there’s consensus on … Read more

England focus on run chase as day three begins against Pakistan

England score

England resumed their innings on day three of the second Test against Pakistan at Multan Cricket Stadium, trailing by 126 runs with four wickets in hand. The visitors started the day at 239-6, with Jamie Smith and Brydon Carse at the crease, aiming to chase down Pakistan’s first-innings total of 366 runs. The momentum shifted … Read more

Who is Liam Payne’s Girlfriend? Get to Know Kate Cassidy

Kate Cassidy

Liam Payne, the beloved former One Direction star, found love again with Kate Cassidy, an influencer, in the years leading up to his untimely death in October 2024. Public appearances and private moments characterized their relationship, which revealed a side of Payne that embraced happiness and vulnerability.

Kate Cassidy & Liam Payne

In October 2022, Liam and Kate made their public debut together by showing up to a Halloween party while dressed as Tommy Lee and Pamela Anderson. After a blossoming romance, they made their public relationship official by walking the red carpet at the British Fashion Awards in December 2022.

Kate Cassidy: An Influencer

As an influencer, Cassidy gave her followers exclusive glimpses at her trips and important occasions. The couple supported friends and celebrated each other’s accomplishments at important events like Wimbledon and Louis Tomlinson’s documentary premiere.

Overcoming Rumors

In May 2023, the couple was spotted together, holding hands on a date night, despite breakup rumors. As they overcame difficulties together, their relationship seemed to get stronger, and they frequently posted humorous pictures on social media.

A Public Defense of Love

Payne responded to trolls who questioned Cassidy’s intentions by being outspoken about his feelings for her. He declared, “I’ve never felt a love like I do for Katelyn,” showcasing his commitment and the depth of their connection. Those who followed their journey were profoundly impacted by their relationship, which served as a public demonstration of love and understanding.

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Vivo Y300 Plus launches with Snapdragon 695 SoC: Specs and price details

Vivo Y300 Plus price

Vivo has expanded its mid-range Y-series with the launch of the Vivo Y300 Plus in India. This budget-friendly smartphone is available in two sleek color options, Silk Green and Silk Black, and is designed to offer great features at an affordable price. Vivo Y300 Plus specifications The Vivo Y300 Plus features a 6.78-inch full HD … Read more

Meet Liam Payne’s Ex-Fiancée Maya Henry: All You Need to Know

Maya Henry

From the beginning of their relationship in 2018, Liam Payne, the former member of One Direction, and Maya Henry drew attention from the public. Their on-and-off romance, marked by engagements and breakups, garnered both admiration and scrutiny.

Liam Payne & Maya Henry

Liam and Maya were first linked in August 2018, following Payne’s split from Cheryl. In September 2019, they made their Instagram debut as a couple, and in August 2020, Payne announced his engagement during an appearance on “Good Morning America.”

Relationship Struggles

Despite their initial joy, the couple faced tremendous struggles in their relationship. Citing relationship difficulties, Payne announced their first breakup in June 2021. “I feel like I keep on hurting people,” he said, reflecting on his issues. Although they briefly reconciled, they ultimately separated for good in May 2022.

Reflections of Maya Henry

Maya talked candidly about their relationship dynamics and the effects of their eight-year age difference after their breakup. In acknowledgment of the challenges, she said, “You have those rose-colored glasses when you love someone so much.”

Maya’s Creative Outlet

Inspired by her experiences in the relationship, Maya wrote the book “Looking Forward” after her separation. “What I went through in real life is very similar to what Mallory went through in the book,” she said, describing it as an attempt to explore the complexities of love and heartbreak.

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Hyundai to Launch Elantra Hybrid in Pakistan Soon

Hyundai

Hyundai is preparing to introduce the 7th generation Elantra Hybrid in Pakistan, aiming to attract buyers with a fuel-efficient, technologically advanced vehicle in the competitive automotive market. Although an official launch date has yet to be confirmed, the Elantra Hybrid is anticipated to feature notable upgrades, particularly with its hybrid powertrain, enhancing fuel efficiency compared … Read more

Yashma Gill under fire for her latest bold photo shoot

Yashma Gill under fire for her latest bold photo shoot

Yashma Gill is known for her roles in hit dramas like “Ab Dekh Khuda Kia Karta Hay” and “Habil Aur Qabil”. Recently made headlines for her interaction with Dr. Zakir Naik, where she shared her faith regained after atheism. Critics have criticized her bold attire from her recent vacation. Yashma Gill is a beautiful, talented, … Read more

Buildings damaged by earthquake in eastern Turkey, rattles Syria

Buildings damaged by earthquake in eastern Turkey, rattles Syria

A magnitude-5.9 earthquake struck Turkey’s Malatya province on Wednesday, damaging several buildings but causing no casualties, according to the country’s disaster and emergency management authority (AFAD). Interior Minister Ali Yerlikaya reported that three buildings partially collapsed, yet no casualties were recorded. The quake’s tremors were also felt in the Syrian provinces of Hasakah, Deir al-Zor, … Read more

80 Pakistani Companies Join GITEX Global 2024 in Dubai

Pakistani Companies

80 Pakistani Companies Participate in GITEX Global 2024 in Dubai. Pakistan’s tech sector reaps huge returns at GITEX. The event, co-hosted by P@SHA and the PSEB, showcased Pakistan’s thriving IT sector. At GITEX Global 2024 in Dubai, the Pakistan Software Houses Association (P@SHA) Chairman, Sajjad Mustafa Syed, highlighted Pakistan’s impressive impact as the Tech Destination … Read more