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Taliban hopeful for new chapter with US after Trump win

Taliban hopeful for new chapter with US after Trump win

The Taliban expressed hope for “a new chapter of relations” with the United States following Donald Trump’s election victory. Taliban foreign ministry spokesperson Abdul Qahar Balkhi stated that they anticipate a “pragmatic approach” from the incoming U.S. administration to foster tangible progress in bilateral relations, paving the way for mutual engagement. Balkhi highlighted the 2020 … Read more

COAS Gen Munir meets Saudi Crown Prince MBS

COAS Gen Munir meets Saudi Crown Prince MBS

Chief of Army Staff (COAS) General Asim Munir met Saudi Crown Prince and Prime Minister Mohammed bin Salman in Saudi Arabia on Wednesday. According to a statement from the Inter-Services Public Relations, General Munir expressed his gratitude to MBS for his steadfast support for Pakistan and acknowledged his significant role in fostering peace and stability … Read more

PM Shehbaz terms security of Chinese nationals as topmost priority

PM Shehbaz terms security of Chinese nationals as topmost priority

ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif says security of Chinese nationals working in Pakistan is the topmost priority of the government. He was talking to Ambassador of China to Pakistan, Jiang Zaidong, during his visit to the Chinese Embassy in Islamabad today [Wednesday]. The Prime Minister strongly condemned the incident of firing on Chinese nationals … Read more

World leaders congratulate Trump on election win

World leaders congratulate Trump on election win

World leaders offered congratulations to Donald Trump after news media projections showed he secured a decisive victory in the 2024 US presidential election. Trump conquered his Democratic rival Kamala Harris, marking a historical political comeback for the former Republican president following four years out of office. Early Wednesday, many world leaders took to the social … Read more

Here’s a look at Trump’s proposed economic plans

Here’s a look at Trump’s proposed economic plans

President-elect Donald Trump has proposed a range of ideas focused on affordability and economic growth, responding to voters’ top concerns. However, many of these plans, currently lacking specifics, would require congressional approval, which could be challenging in a divided Congress. Here’s a summary of Trump’s economic goals: Some key provisions of the 2017 Tax Cuts … Read more

Smog crisis: Punjab govt introduces work-from-home policy for office employees

Smog crisis: Punjab govt introduces work-from-home policy for office employees

LAHORE: The Punjab government has introduced a work-from-home policy for office employees in regions heavily affected by smog, aiming to mitigate the severe air pollution impacting millions. Under the leadership of Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz, the provincial government announced this remote work policy for public and private offices in Lahore, Gujranwala, Faisalabad, and Multan. Offices … Read more

US dollar rate in Pakistan on Nov 6 up by 05 paisa to Rs277.89

US dollar rate in Pakistan

KARACHI: The US dollar rate in Pakistan further increased by Re0.05 (05 paisa) against Pakistani rupee to Rs277.89 in the interbank market on Wednesday (Nov 6) 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

PM Shehbaz announces 100MW power supply for GB, Rs1bn endowment fund

PM Shehbaz announces 100MW power supply for GB, Rs1bn endowment fund

GILGIT: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Wednesday announced the immediate power supply of 100 megawatts for Gilgit Baltistan and a Rs1 billion endowment fund for the universities students. The prime minister, who chaired the special meeting of the GB cabinet during his daylong visit here, expressed satisfaction and pleasure over the timely completion of Bubar … Read more

Manisha Koirala reveals she wanted second chance in life after cancer diagnosis

Manisha Koirala
  • Manisha Koirala shared her recovery journey from cancer.
  • She recalled the dark moments when her cancer was diagnosed.
  • She found a renewed sense of purpose through her recovery.

Actress Manisha Koirala has shared her emotional journey of battling ovarian cancer, which she was diagnosed with in 2012.

In a recent interview with news agency ANI, the actress recalled the dark moments when she first learned about her condition. “When I was diagnosed in Nepal, I was very fearful, obviously, like everybody else, extremely,” she said. Manisha also revealed the overwhelming sense of dread she felt when she spoke with the doctors at Jaslok Hospital. “I felt I was going to die. And I felt this was the end of me,” she added.

The actress, however, found a renewed sense of purpose through her recovery. “If I got a second chance at life, I had to go and fix the score because life gave me so much,” Manisha explained. She confessed that she felt responsible for the disappointments in her career, particularly for “doing bad films” and disappointing her fans. “I prayed that if I got a second chance, I really wanted to do the best that I could and not disappoint my fans.”

Manisha underwent surgery in New York, where she stayed for several months. She credited a Rudraksha from Nepal, given to her doctor by her mother, for aiding in her recovery. “After 11 hours of operation, he said, ‘This mala has done wonders,'” she revealed.

Manisha’s last project was Sanjay Leela Bhansali’s web show Heeramandi: The Diamond Bazaar, where she starred alongside Richa Chadha, Aditi Rao Hydari, and others.

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Ahsan Khan’s dancing video with cricketer Chris Gayle goes viral: Watch

Ahsan Khan
  • Ahsan Khan shared a video of himself dancing with Chris Gayle.
  • The video quickly went viral on social media.
  • Both are seen dancing together cheerfully in the video.

A video of the Pakistani showbiz industry’s famous actor Ahsan Khan dancing with former West Indies cricketer Chris Gayle has gone viral on social media.

Ahsan Khan shared the video of his meeting with Chris Gayle in Dubai on the photo and video-sharing app Instagram.

In the video, both can be seen dancing together in a cheerful and lively manner.

Have a look at the viral video below:

 

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A post shared by Ahsan Khan (@khanahsanofficial)

While sharing the video, the actor emphasized the importance of fun-filled moments, as they are connected to the positive energy within a person. Concluding her caption, he revealed that he was having great time with like minded people hinting towards Chris Gayle.

He wrote, “Never underestimate the importance of having fun. it’s all about that positive energy! Enjoying good times with like minded people.”

Ahsan Khan’s post is being highly appreciated by social media users and prominent personalities from the showbiz industry, with many leaving interesting comments on it.

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Reema casts her vote in US Election 2024

Reema
  • Reema has cast her vote in the ongoing U.S. elections.
  • She shared photos showing her casting her vote.
  • She revealed that she practiced her right to vote in Us elections.

Former popular Lollywood actress Reema has cast her vote in the ongoing U.S. elections.

On the photo and video-sharing platform Instagram, the actress shared a picture with her husband after casting her vote.

She captioned her post, “Tariq and I after casting our vote for the presidential election 2024.”

Here’s what she shared:

 

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A post shared by Reema khan (@iamreemakhan)

The former actress has also shared several Instagram stories in which she can be seen casting her vote.

Reema confirmed that she practiced her right to vote in the U.S. presidential election with her husband, Dr. Tariq, but she did not disclose whom she voted for.

Voting on Election Day began in New Hampshire, where the first vote was cast in the small town of Dixville Notch.

It is worth noting that the 47th U.S. presidential election took place yesterday (November 5), and polling has now ended.

In the U.S. presidential election, Republican candidate Donald Trump has accumulated 277 electoral votes, while Democratic candidate Kamala Harris has earned 226, out of a total of 538. A candidate needs at least 270 electoral votes to secure victory.

Donald Trump also delivered his winning speech, expressing gratitude and giving credit for his victory to his wife and children.

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Pakistan looks forward to work with new US administration, says PM Shehbaz Sharif

Shehbaz Sharif

Following Donald Trump’s victory in the U.S. presidential election, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif congratulated him, wishing him a historic win for his second term.

Prime Minister stated that Pakistan looks forward to working with the upcoming U.S. administration. Shehbaz Sharif expressed that Pakistan is eager to collaborate with the incoming administration to strengthen and expand U.S.-Pakistan relations.

It is noteworthy that Donald Trump has been re-elected as the President of the United States, becoming the 47th president of the country.

Trump secured victories in 27 states, including Eastern Indiana, Kentucky, and West Virginia, while Kamala Harris won in 19 states.

In the U.S. presidential election, Trump gained 277 electoral votes, while Harris earned 226 out of a total of 538 electoral votes.

According to the results, Republicans won 188 seats in the House of Representatives, while Democrats secured 160. In the Senate, Republicans gained a majority with 51 seats, while Democrats won 43 seats in the upper house.

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US Election 2024: Republican party secure majority seats in US senate

US Election 2024

The Republican Party of Donald Trump has successfully gained a majority in the U.S. Senate, holding 51 seats. Meanwhile, Kamala Harris’ Democratic Party achieved 43 seats. A majority in the 100-seat Senate requires 51 seats.

Polling has ended in several states for the U.S. presidential election, and the counting of votes has begun, with results continuing to come in.

In the U.S. presidential election, Republican candidate Donald Trump has accumulated 277 electoral votes, while Democratic candidate Kamala Harris has earned 226, out of a total of 538. A candidate needs at least 270 electoral votes to secure victory.

Voting on Election Day began in New Hampshire, where the first vote was cast in the small town of Dixville Notch.

In his winning speech, Donald Trump expressed gratitude while addressing Americans from different backgrounds. He stated that America needs to be improved and that they would heal the wounds of the country, calling it a great victory for the American people.

Trump stated that it was the best campaign ever run, describing it as a political win for America. “My victory wouldn’t have been possible without your votes. I hoped to win 315 electoral votes. The American people have once again given us an extraordinary mandate. We succeeded in the battleground states, and our victory in the U.S. Senate is truly remarkable.”

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Donald Trump delivers victory speech following US Election 2024 win

Donald Trump

After securing the majority of the votes in the presidential race of the 2024 US election, Donald Trump delivered his winning speech, expressing gratitude while addressing Americans from different backgrounds.

In his speech, he stated that America needs to be improved and that they would heal the wounds of the country, calling it a great victory for the American people.

Trump stated that it was the best campaign ever run, describing it as a political win for America. “My victory wouldn’t have been possible without your votes. I hoped to win 315 electoral votes. The American people have once again given us an extraordinary mandate. We succeeded in the battleground states, and our victory in the U.S. Senate is truly remarkable.”

The newly elected president said that the golden era of America is about to begin, and that they will make America great again. “I will not sit idle until your dreams are fulfilled.”

Donald Trump further claimed that all of America’s issues are now going to be fixed. “It is time to lead America back to prosperity. We will make America safe, close the borders, and ensure that anyone who comes to America does so through legal means.”

He thanked his wife for supporting him on this presidential journey, stating that such a political victory had never been seen before. He pledged to take action to address the challenges ahead and promised to fight for the rights of the people every day.

During his speech, the newly elected U.S. president praised Elon Musk, calling him a “smart and wise man.”

Donald Trump mentioned that the difficulties they faced were unprecedented, saying, “The challenges we encountered were something no one has ever had to face before.” He added that their historic victory was earned for a purpose and that he would repay the American people by serving them and delivering success.

The newly elected president further stated that he would never go back on the promises made to the people. “The American people have endured four years of division, but now is the time to move forward together. I will serve America with all my energy and work to provide relief to the people by cutting taxes.”

It is worth noting that with Donald Trump’s victory, he became the first president in over 100 years to win two consecutive terms after securing 270 votes that are required for the presidency.

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Donald Trump wins US Election 2024, Elected as 47th President of US

Donald Trump

Republican candidate and former President Donald Trump again won the race of the presidential election 2024.

Trump achieved 277 votes, whereas only 270 votes were required to win the presidency. Meanwhile, Kamala Harris secured 226 votes.

According to reports from major media outlets like Fox News, CNN, and the Associated Press, results showed Trump leading from the majority of the states, including Florida, Ohio, Texas, Kentucky, North Dakota, South Dakota, Pennsylvania, Oklahoma, South Carolina, West Virginia, and Indiana.

On the other hand, Vice President Harris won states traditionally held by Democrats, including Vermont, New York, New Jersey, California, Massachusetts, Maryland, and Illinois.

To win the presidency, it was essential to secure 270 out of 538 electoral votes, with 93 of those votes from seven key swing states: Arizona, Georgia, Michigan, Nevada, North Carolina, Pennsylvania, and Wisconsin.

A significant turnout during the early voting period contributed to the high numbers on election day. Republicans, motivated by Trump and the Republican National Committee’s campaign, cast early ballots at a high rate, closing the gap on Democrats, who traditionally benefit from early voting. Over half of the total 2020 election vote count was reached even before Tuesday’s official election day.

Early voting encountered few issues despite weather disruptions in some states. In North Carolina, for example, Hurricane Helene caused widespread power outages and road blockages, but election officials worked diligently to ensure residents could cast their votes.

Similarly, in Florida, another hurricane posed challenges but did not prevent polling stations from operating smoothly. In the Northwest, however, arson incidents affected ballot drop boxes near the Oregon-Washington border, and authorities are still searching for the suspects responsible.

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US Election 2024: Polling wraps up in multiple states, Results still rolling in

US Election 2024

Polling has concluded in multiple states for the U.S. presidential election, and the vote counting has started, with results gradually coming in.

Of the 538 total electoral votes, Republican candidate Donald Trump has secured 267, while Democratic candidate Kamala Harris has earned 216. A candidate needs at least 270 electoral votes out of 538 to claim victory as president.

Voting has ended in numerous states for the U.S. presidential election, including Indiana, Kentucky, Virginia, Vermont, Georgia, Alabama, Connecticut, Florida, and Pennsylvania.

In the pivotal swing states of North Carolina, West Virginia, Ohio, Illinois, and Maryland, polling has also closed, and the counting of votes is now underway.

The U.S. presidential race between Republican Donald Trump and Democrat Kamala Harris has been fiercely contested. Trump won in states like Indiana, Kentucky, and South Carolina, while Harris secured victories in Vermont, Massachusetts, and Maryland. Republicans hold 182 seats in the House, and 51 seats in the Senate, while Democrats have 150 and 43, respectively.

To win the presidency, a candidate needs 270 out of 538 electoral votes, with 93 of those votes from seven key swing states: Arizona, Georgia, Michigan, Nevada, North Carolina, Pennsylvania, and Wisconsin.

So far, the positions of both parties are clear in 43 states, with California leading in electoral votes at 54. 78.9 million people have already voted, and elections for 435 House members and 34 Senate seats are ongoing.

In Texas, Democratic candidate Salman Bhojani, an American-Pakistani from Karachi, was re-elected to the state assembly without opposition.

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US Election 2024: Kamala Harris issues key statement, Donald Trump to accept defeat if elections are fair

Kamala Harris, the Democratic presidential candidate, released a key statement regarding the U.S. presidential election.

During the electoral process, Vice President Kamala Harris shared a post  on the social media platform “X,” saying, “Together, we are fighting for the promise of America – a promise of freedom, opportunity, and equality for all.”

Earlier, in the U.S. presidential election, Republican Party candidate Donald Trump stated that he would accept defeat if the election was fair.

He mentioned that he was expecting to win with a large lead, reaffirming that he would not allow Iran to possess nuclear weapons if elected. He also praised his campaign as being outstanding and added, “If I don’t win the election, I will accept the loss.”

Donald Trump criticized the Secret Service, saying that the agency caused him difficulties, and that he was targeted with machine guns, something he had never experienced in his life.

It is noteworthy that voting is underway across all states for the election of the 47th President of the United States, with the battleground states of Pennsylvania and North Carolina being the focus of attention.

In Pennsylvania, 19 electoral votes will be decided, while in North Carolina, 16 electoral votes are at stake. A candidate needs at least 270 electoral votes to win the election.

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Donald Trump leads US Election 2024 with bigger margin than Kamala Harris

Donald Trump

Donald Trump has been projected as the winner of the 2024 US presidential election, defeating Kamala Harris with a margin of over 52%.

According to The Associated Press, the former president secured victories in key states, including Alaska, Idaho, Montana, and Texas.

In contrast, Harris claimed wins in states such as Washington, Oregon, California, New York, New Mexico, Illinois, and Colorado.

Jen O’Malley Dillon, Harris’s campaign chair, called for patience and resolve in a message to campaign staff, which was shared with the media. She noted that the tight race was something they had prepared for and predicted that the outcome may not be clear until the early morning hours.

“We’ve been saying for weeks that this race might not be called tonight. This is what we’ve been built for, so let’s finish what we can tonight, get some rest, and be ready to close out strong tomorrow,” she wrote.

On Tuesday, Trump cast his vote in Florida, expressing confidence about his campaign’s performance. “I feel very confident. We came in with a strong lead, and it looks like Republicans have turned out in force. We’ll see how it all turns out, but it seems like they’ve really shown up,” he told reporters.

So far, the states that have supported Kamala Harris include California, Connecticut, Colorado, Delaware, the District of Columbia, Rhode Island, and Maine’s 1st Congressional District.

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US Election 2024 results update: who will win the race – Kamala or Trump?

US Election 2024 results

Republican candidate and former President Donald Trump is currently ahead of his opponent, Vice President Kamala Harris, in the 2024 US election held on Tuesday. With the latest vote counts showing Trump at 277 electoral votes and Harris at 226, the race is nearing the critical 270-vote threshold needed to secure the presidency. According to … Read more

Trump gets huge Muslim voters support in election 2024

Trump

Washington: The number of Muslim voters supporting Republican candidate Donald Trump increased from 6 to 30 percent in the US presidential election 2024. In the United States, the election frenzy is in full swing, in which a bitter fight is expected between the Democratic candidate Kamala Harris and the Republican candidate Donald Trump. With the … Read more

Salman Bhojani wins Texas assembly election unopposed

Salman Bhojani

Washington: Pakistan-Origin Salman Bhojani has secured second term in the Texas State Assembly, winning unopposed. Earlier in the 2022 election, Salman Bhojani defeated Republican opponent Joe Livingston, securing 20,182 votes to Livingston’s 14,610. This year, he ran unopposed within his party, potentially due to his prior successful performance. A graduate of the University of Texas … Read more

Sarah McBride becomes first openly transgender member of US Congress

Sarah McBride

WASHINGTON:  Democrat Sarah McBride became the first openly transgender person elected to the U.S. House of Representatives, Edison Research projected on Tuesday, winning election to Delaware’s at-large seat. McBride, a 34-year-old state senator, won a competitive primary for Delaware’s at-large congressional district, considered safely Democratic, in September. She became the first openly transgender person to … Read more

US election on knife edge in early vote results

US election

Washington: Early vote results show the race between Donald Trump and Kamala Harris to become the next president is too close to call. As expected, Trump has won his home state of Florida and other conservative strongholds across the map, while Kamala Harris is sweeping liberal bastions on the east coast, the BBC’s US partner, … Read more

US Election: Polling time in Indiana, Kentucky State ended

US Election

Washington: The polling time for the election of the US president has ended in some areas of Indiana and Kentucky, after which the process of counting the votes has started. Polling times in the US are also different in different states, due to 6 different time zones, polling will end at different times in different … Read more

US official sees little voting disruption tied to foreign interference

US official

WASHINGTON:  A senior U.S. cyber official said her agency had not seen any major incidents reflecting foreign interference in presidential election as voting moved into its final hours. There was little evidence of significant disruption to election infrastructure, Cait Conley, a senior official at the Cyber security and Infrastructure Security Agency, told reporters. “At this … Read more

Four viral claims of voting fraud fact checked

viral claims

WASHINGTON: As millions of people cast their ballots in the US election, claims have been spreading online questioning the integrity of the vote. Election officials have been quick to reject some accusations of voting malpractice, as well as clarifying some legitimate problems which have been taken out of context. BBC Verify is tracking and investigating … Read more